Week of Events
Valentine’s Weekend at Egyptian
🎶❤️🔥LOVE IS IN THE AIR … AND SO IS THE MUSIC! ❤️🔥🎶 Treat your valentine and head out to one or all three great shows that the Egyptian Theatre has lined up! Chris Ruggiero: FEBRUARY 13 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Chris Ruggiero always wanted to be a singer and now finds himself, in his mid-twenties, an in-demand […]
Live Painting & Valentine’s Day Fiesta Friday
El Jimador Mexican Grill has lots planned for you on Valentine’s Day! Starting at 6pm with a live painting by martygniech7. All reservations (with a valid entree purchase) will be entered to win his painting. Then starting at 8pm they will be having their annual Valentine’s Day Fiesta Friday with DJ NRG. Join them for […]
Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave
DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays)
Sunday, February 9, 2025
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February 9, 2025Soup-er Sundays
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February 9, 2025 –Fay’s Finest Food Super Bowl Celebration
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February 9, 2025Super Bowl Mardi Gras Party
Soup-er Sundays
Join the J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center for Soup-er Sundays to enjoy warm soup and interesting programs! See programming below: January 12 – “Bet-a-Million’ Gates: The Other Barded Wire Baron” Join Eric Krupa, the St. Charles History Museum’s Collections and Exhibitions Manager, for a presentation on the cutthroat life and legacy of one of […]
Fay’s Finest Food Super Bowl Celebration
Celebrate Fay’s newest location in Sandwich with Grilled Chicken Wing Party Packs just in time for the Super Bowl! Pre-order your pickup!
Super Bowl Mardi Gras Party
Join Genoa Veterans Home for a Super Bowl Party! Cajun food will be served at 4.
Monday, February 10, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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February 11, 2025 –NIU Men’s Basketball Home Game
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February 11, 202595th Anniversary Film Series
NIU Men’s Basketball Home Game
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 […]
95th Anniversary Film Series
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 […]
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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February 12, 2025Stars Align Paint Night
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February 12, 2025 –STEM Café: Lasers, Policies and Risk…Oh My!
Stars Align Paint Night
A perfect date night or Galentine’s night out! Prairie State Winery will be painting a colorful night sky with starry heart constellations on 12×16” canvas. Each $44 admission is for one canvas and one complementary beverage of your choice.
STEM Café: Lasers, Policies and Risk…Oh My!
Speakers: Shannon Stoker, J.D., Director Patty Wallace, Ph.D., Assistant Director Linda Srygler, M.S., Laboratory Safety Specialist NIU Office of Research Compliance, Integrity, and Safety in the Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships NIU is a “Research 2 Institution,” which means the university provides a multitude of research opportunities for faculty and students, in fields ranging […]
Thursday, February 13, 2025
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February 13, 2025 –NIU Art Museum Presents: Cut to the Core
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February 13, 2025 –Bubbles and Brushes
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Featured February 13, 2025 –Featured Chris Ruggiero
NIU Art Museum Presents: Cut to the Core
Illustrated lecture by assistant professor of visual communications Maria Grillo on building trust in yourself as a visual communicator and earning the trust of others. As a new full-time hire in the School of Art and Design, Maria is also the president, owner and creative director of Grillo Group, LLC which is a communications design collaborative based in […]
Bubbles and Brushes
Grab your girls and come celebrate a favorite day of friendship – Galentine’s Day! Join Chelsea McGhee Studios for a Paint Night! Paint a bottle of prosecco + a champagne flute. Your night will include a bottle of La Marca Prosecco, a champagne flute + and small sweet treats plus everything you need to paint! This class […]
Chris Ruggiero
Chris Ruggiero always wanted to be a singer and now finds himself, in his mid-twenties, an in-demand showman and social media superstar. He’s appeared on national PBS specials, shared the stage with music icons, performed live on Good Morning America, and is succeeding at wowing audiences in his solo show across the nation. This rising young […]
Friday, February 14, 2025
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February 14, 2025 –Kids Valentine Painting
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February 14, 2025 –Paint your Partner!
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Featured February 14, 2025 –Featured EagleMania
Kids Valentine Painting
Drop off your kids to paint one of 10 Valentines themed choices. Includes a pre-sketched canvas, supplies & instructions as well as use of aprons. No painting experience necessary. Step by step guide! Ages 6 and up. Your order reserves your spot for this limited seating class in studio!
Paint your Partner!
Spend this Valentine’s Day Painting your Partner! Sit across from your partner/friend/spouse and paint their portrait. You can opt for a blank canvas or if you’d prefer to have a little more help send a photo beforehand to get a pre-sketched simple outline for you to paint. Painters must be 13 or older to attend. Ages 13-17 must […]
EagleMania
EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select […]
Saturday, February 15, 2025
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Featured February 15, 2025Featured 2nd Annual Huskie Stadium Plunge
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February 15, 2025 –Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop
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February 15, 2025 –Paint Your Pet
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February 15, 2025Daddy-Daughter & Heroes Dance
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February 15, 2025 –Love a Veteran + Music
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February 15, 2025American English – Beatles Tribute Band
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Featured February 15, 2025 –Featured Shadows of the 60s: A Celebration of the Stars of Motown
2nd Annual Huskie Stadium Plunge
Join the 2nd Annual Huskie Stadium Polar Plunge, a thrilling event for a great cause, Special Olympics Illinois! Brave icy waters and then warm up at the Post-Plunge Party at Fatty’s Pub & Grille
Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop
Join Blumen Gardens for “Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop”! Immerse yourself in an afternoon of fun and friendship from 1-3 PM. Bring your besties or make new connections as you are guided through crafting delightful cocktails and creating beautiful flower arrangements. Plus, indulge in a delectable grazing table filled with snacks – […]
Paint Your Pet
Come paint a custom portrait of your pet! Once you place your order, please email a digital photo of your pet to get sketched on your canvas & receive it ready when you arrive. There will then be a walk through for painting your very own Pet Portrait! You may bring in your own drinks or […]
Daddy-Daughter & Heroes Dance
Theme: Boots ‘N Beauties Hoedown The Daddy-Daughter and Heroes Dance gives girls a special night out on Saturday, February 15. This event includes personalized photographs, dancing, light snacks, desserts, contests, and games. It celebrates the bond between a little girl and her father or role model in her life. Come dressed to impress in your […]
Love a Veteran + Music
DeKalb American Legion Post 1204 S. 4th St.-DeKalb, IL. Featuring Musical Guest: Joe Cantafio Hours: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM Members and Veterans Welcomed
American English – Beatles Tribute Band
The show begins with the early years of Ed Sullivan and includes classic Beatles favorites such as She Loves You, Twist and Shout, I Want To Hold Your Hand, and many others. American English captures the very essence of John, Paul, George and Ringo! Next, you’ll take a trip with American English as they recreate […]
Shadows of the 60s: A Celebration of the Stars of Motown
Shadows of the 60s: A Celebration of the Stars of Motown pays tribute to the tremendous legacy to the Motown greats. In this highly interactive and visually stunning production, Shadows of the 60s perform the hits that span several decades. Featuring top industry musicians and singers dressed in exquisitely designed costumes and dazzling choreography, Shadows […]
