The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on February 4th & 5th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by […]

Join an illustrated lecture by assistant professor of theatre history, literature and criticism Gibson Cima as he discusses recent work by young South African theatre makers grappling with their country’s colonial and apartheid past. Location: Altgeld Hall 125 This lecture is in conjunction with the NIU Art Museum’s College of Visual and Performing Arts Faculty Biennial Exhibition. […]

Step into the magic of movie history as the Egyptian Theatre celebrates its 95th anniversary with a film series commemorating nine decades! Relive the golden age of Hollywood with classics like the screwball hilarity of Bringing Up Baby and the timeless romance of Casablanca. Experience edge-of-your-seat suspense with Rear Window and the satirical brilliance of Dr. Strangelove. Dive into the heart […]

The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on February 4th & 5th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by […]

Cheer on the NIU Women’s Basketball team at the NIU Convocation Center! Opponents are listed below: December 20 – NIU vs Idaho State December 28 – NIU vs Viterbo University January 4 – NIU vs Ohio January 11 – NIU vs Western Michigan January 15 – NIU vs Miami January 25 – NIU vs Ball […]

Come to Chelsea McGhee Studios for a Valentine Themed Watercolor Workshop called Cards & Cocktails! On Wednesday, 2/5 the studio will be filled with colors, smells and flavors for Valentine’s Day! It will be the perfect chance to relax, paint, sip and make unique handmade Valentines! This super fun creative collaboration ~ Refreshments by Rachel, a freelance bartender […]

Relax and enjoy a warm beverage and a creative project! Explore and find your own painting style with like-minded companions.  All materials are provided to paint a canvas. No instructions will be provided. This program is for teens and adults. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Anna at annas@dkpl.org or (815)756-9568 ext. 2851. 

A Valentine themed Petals and Paint! Tiffany Hintzsche of The Petal Boutique is joining Chelsea of Chelsea McGhee Studios to offer a Unique Workshop. In this workshop, Tiffany will teach step by step how to create a garden style arrangement with the best seasonal fresh flowers available and Chelsea will guide you through stenciled painting to make your wood envelope box and […]

Grab your Galentines for a lady’s night out making this gorgeous stack of Valentine inspired bracelets! For $43 per guest, you will be making a stack of 4 bracelets (you choose the wording the night of the party!)•The most requested pink rose quartz heart on 6mm gold (this is such a beautiful stand alone piece!)•champagne […]

Paint, cut, glue and color a special Valentine’s card for your sweetheart! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any additional materials you might like to use. This program is open to teens and adults. It is first come, first served as space and supplies are limited. For additional information, please contact Isaac […]

Step back in time for a unique date night experience at the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. The Glidden Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln Highway, will host “Glidden’s 1873 Date Night” from 7 to 9 pm on Friday, February 7 at the Homestead. Tickets are limited. Couples will enjoy circa 1870 courting traditions which include […]

Market day coming Saturday, February 8 from 9AM to 3PM at 158 N. 4th St. DeKalb. Get out of the cold, shop, have lunch, shop again, listen to music, buy a new book, meet friends, and enjoy some pastries and coffee. The UUCD Market Day fundraiser is back just in time for Valentines Day! Come […]

Treat yourself to a sweet adventure at the Third Annual Downtown DeKalb Sweet Stroll along Lincoln Highway! Start by picking up your Sweet Stroll Passport at any participating business, then make your way through town collecting stamps at each stop. Once you’ve visited all the stops, turn in your completed passport to be entered for […]

Cheer on the NIU Men’s Basketball team at the NIU Convocation Center! Opponents are listed below: December 30 – NIU vs East-West University January 7 – NIU vs Kent State January 14 – NIU vs Miami January 18 – NIU vs Central Michigan January 25 – NIU vs Ball State January 28 – NIU vs […]

Join Tails Humane Society for a paw-sitively delightful afternoon of creativity at Valentine’s Day themed “Paint a Paw” event! This fun-filled class is perfect for artists of all ages, so grab your kids and get ready to create a unique masterpiece featuring your beloved furry friend. How It Works A talented local artist will guide […]

Join Rivers’ Mexican Cantina & Grill for a night out with your Galentines! Stop in for dinner and enjoy Galentines shopping, drinks, & fun pics!

Martinis and Music DeKalb ELKS Lodge 209 S Annie Glidden Road-DeKalb, IL. Featuring Musical Guest: Craig Mathey Hours: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Members and Guests Welcomed