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SUMMARY:Hinckley's Barbed Wire Story
DESCRIPTION:The Hinckley Historical Society is hosting “Hinckley’s Barbed Wire Story” on September 17 to share information about the barbed wire invention\, the impact it had on settling the west\, and the role Hinckley’s Charles Kennedy and Jacob Haish played in barbed wire development. The program will be held in the Hinckley Community Building (100 N Maple St.\, Hinckley) starting at 6:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hinckleys-barbed-wire-story/
LOCATION:Hinckley Community Building\, 100 N. Maple Street\, Hinckley\,\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Glidden Historical Center":MAILTO:jessi@gliddenhomestead.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T090000
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SUMMARY:DeKalb County TRIAD Senior Safety & Prevention Fair
DESCRIPTION:DeKalb County Residents are invited to attend the 2024 DeKalb County TRIAD Senior Safety & Prevention Fair to be held at Northwestern Medicine’s Kishwaukee Health & Wellness Center\, located at 626 Bethany Road in DeKalb\, on Friday\, September 20th from 9 AM – 11:30 AM. \nThe event will open with light refreshments. Then\, at 9:30 AM\, Darryl Dunham\, an investigator with The First National Bank of Omaha\, and Shari Hanson\, Information & Assistance Supervisor and Senior Health Insurance Coordinator for Elder Care Services\, will speak on the topics of “Scams & Fraud\,” and “Medicare” in the facility’s auditorium. Many area organizations\, including law enforcement agencies\, senior service agencies\, & governmental agencies\, will have information tables set up in the lower level of the venue that attendees can visit between 10 AM – 11:30. All attendees will have an opportunity to win an Emergency Preparedness Kit\, courtesy of Family Service Agency. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Kate Sullivan at (815)758-8616 ext.1201\, or ksullivan@fsadekalbcounty.org.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dekalb-county-triad-senior-safety-prevention-fair/
LOCATION:Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Health & Wellness Center\, 626 Bethany Road\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb County TRIAD":MAILTO:ksullivan@fsadekalbcounty.org
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SUMMARY:Self-Defense Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Come join Sycamore Park District’s beginner friendly 2-hour self-defense training seminar where NO Martial Arts experience is required. Self-defense training not only helps you protect yourself\, but others too. Plus\, training helps you become physically and emotionally fit. Having the ability to defend yourself increases your self-esteem and boosts your confidence. In this 2-hour course\, we will discuss and practice situational awareness\, practical self-defense techniques\, and role-playing exercises to increase reaction time. \nThis seminar is offered 4 times per season. While the basic idea of each seminar is the same\, a participant would benefit from attending multiple seminars and would be able to progress their learning. Friday\, September 20 from 5-7pm is the first class. The second offering is Saturday\, October 19 from 2-4pm. The third offering is Friday\, November 15 from 5-7pm and the 4th and final offering of the Fall season in on Saturday\, December 14 from 2-4pm. The price is $20 for Residents and $30 for Nonresidents.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/self-defense-empowerment/2024-09-20/
LOCATION:Sycamore Park District Community Center\, 480 Airport Rd\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178
CATEGORIES:Physical Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sycamore Park District":MAILTO:info@sycparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T120000
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SUMMARY:Shabbona Farmer's Market
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URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-farmers-market-2/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmers' Markets,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:Make your way to Blumen Gardens to celebrate the fall. Join in the festivities\, create wonderful memories\, and experience the joy of the season at its finest. \n\n\n\nCocktails | Food Trucks Live Music | Artist + Maker Market Saturday\, September 21st 9-4PM Wild Carrot 11-2PM \n\n\n\nSunday September 22nd 9-4PM Artist + Maker Market 11-2PM  Pressbox Food Trailer 11-2PM Keep it Poppin Popcorn \n\n\n\nMuch More To Come!!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/fall-fest/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy\, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in DeKalb. \nCertified Forest Therapy Guide Beth Hanson of Adventure Works will lead this mindful walk and help you awaken your senses and connect with nature. No two walks are the same! \nWhat is forest therapy? Forest therapy is based on forest bathing\, or shinrin-yoku\, a Japanese practice that has garnered attention for its ability to immerse people into their natural environment. \nRegistration is required\, as space is limited. This program is open to ages 16 and up. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, bring a water bottle\, and wear sunscreen and bug spray if you require them. In case of inclement weather\, we will post a cancellation announcement on social media and email all registered participants. \nThis program is made possible through a partnership with the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board. Through leadership and funding\, the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board supports access to high-quality behavioral healthcare services for the residents of DeKalb County. \nThis program is also sponsored in part by the Rick Johns Memorial Fund. \nFor additional information or help with registration\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/forest-therapy-walk-2/
LOCATION:P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve\, 380 Bethany Road\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Physical Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy\, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in DeKalb. \nCertified Forest Therapy Guide Beth Hanson of Adventure Works will lead this mindful walk and help you awaken your senses and connect with nature. No two walks are the same! \nRegistration is required\, as space is limited. This program is open to ages 16 and up. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, bring a water bottle\, and wear sunscreen and bug spray if you require them. There are no restrooms on site\, so please plan accordingly. You may also bring a small camp chair if you wish\, as there will be some quiet time to sit during the walk. \nIn case of inclement weather\, we will post a cancellation announcement on social media and email all registered participants. \nThis program is made possible through a partnership with the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board. Through leadership and funding\, the DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board supports access to high-quality behavioral healthcare services for the residents of DeKalb County. \nThis program is also sponsored in part by the Rick Johns Memorial Fund. \nFor additional information or help with registration\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700. \n\n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/forest-therapy-walk/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:P.A. Nehring Forest Preserve\, 380 Bethany Road\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Free Event,Physical Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000
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SUMMARY:Barebones Invasion Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Barebones Car Club annual party and car show. Finish the show season off right. Bands to be announced later.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/barebones-invasion-car-show/
LOCATION:Old School Pizza\, 507 N 3rd Street Unit 2\, Malta\, Illinois\, 60150\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T160600Z
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SUMMARY:NIU Art Museum: Curator's Talk with Peter B. Olson
DESCRIPTION:NIU Art Museum curator and collections manager Peter B. Olson shares his insights on the portrait works in our collection. \nLocation: NIU Art Museum Galleries
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-art-museum-curators-talk-with-peter-b-olson/
LOCATION:NIU Art Museum\, 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="NIU Art Museum":MAILTO:artmuseum@niu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T143000
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SUMMARY:NIU vs Buffalo
DESCRIPTION:Come support the NIU football team facing off against the University at Buffalo at the Huskie Stadium on Saturday\, September 21st at 2:30pm! Find tickets at Football Tickets – NIU Athletics (niuhuskies.com).
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-vs-buffalo/
LOCATION:Huskie Stadium\, 1245 Stadium Drive South\, DeKalb\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T220000
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CREATED:20240828T170211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T170232Z
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SUMMARY:Malta's Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the start of fall at Malta’s Fall Festival! Enjoy live music\, food & drinks\, kids activities\, a parade\, and more!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/maltas-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Malta Lions Park\, 409 N 4th Street\, Malta\, IL\, 60150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Malta Seedling Project":MAILTO:malta.seedlings@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T103639
CREATED:20240708T171952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T215551Z
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SUMMARY:Doug Church - The True Voice of Elvis
DESCRIPTION:Doug Church is an international\, multi-award-winning Elvis Tribute artist bringing his successful show to the Sandwich Opera House. \n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/doug-church-the-true-voice-of-elvis/
LOCATION:Sandwich Opera House\, 140 E Railroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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