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SUMMARY:Soup-er Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Join the J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center for Soup-er Sundays to enjoy warm soup and interesting programs! See programming below: \n\n\n\nJanuary 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 America’s most brash robber barons: John Warne Gates. \n\n\n\nJanuary 26 – “The Story of the Edenton Ladies’ Tea Party” DeKalb author\, Sally M. Walker will present on her latest book: “Within Our Power: The Story of the Edenton Ladies’ Tea Party” as part of the Glidden Homestead’s Soup-er Sundays series. \n\n\n\nFebruary 9 – “DeKalb County in Postcards” See what DeKalb County looked like more than 100 years ago through vintage postcards! \n\n\n\nFebruary 23 – “The Legend of Chessie the Railroad Kitten” Learn more about Chessie the Railroad Kitten\, an adorable and popular corporate symbol! \n\n\n\nMarch 9 – “Birds\, Beasts\, Bugs\, and Little Fishes: DeKalb Wildlife on Former Glidden Land” See the DeKalb area through local photographer\, Michael Day’s eyes. \n\n\n\nMarch 23 – “Never Pursued: J.F. Glidden & the Underground Railroad in DeKalb County” Learn about Sheriff Joseph F. Glidden’s role in DeKalb County history.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/soup-er-sundays/2025-02-23/
LOCATION:Glidden Historical Center\, 921 W Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Transformation Through Rhythm!
DESCRIPTION:As a proud DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership Community Partner\, Arcomusical cordially invites the DeKalb community to attend Transformation Through Rhythm\, the annual event that is drumming up a good cause! Hosted at the DeKalb High School Auditorium on Sunday afternoon February 23rd at 3PM. The performance will feature local percussion groups including the Harambee Ensemble\, the DeKalb High School Percussion Ensemble\, the Northern Illinois University Percussion Ensemble\, and Arcomusical. All donations received will benefit the more than 150 non-profit organizations based in and/or serving DeKalb County. Admission is free\, and donations will be collected both digitally and in-person at the event. \n\n\n\n“​​The Transformation Through Rhythm concerts bring together the perfect blend of music and community spirit. I’m thrilled the concerts are supporting Give DeKalb County\, thus benefiting nonprofits in our county. The concert itself is amazing – a joyful tapestry of rhythm\, energy\, people\, color and inspiration!”-Jen Conley (Transformation Through Rhythm Founder\, music therapist\, and licensed counselor)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/transformation-through-rhythm-4/
LOCATION:DeKalb High School\, 501 W Dresser Rd\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Arcomusical NFP":MAILTO:gregory@arcomusical.com
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SUMMARY:95th Anniversary Film Series
DESCRIPTION: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 of cultural and emotional milestones with Cooley High\, Glory\, and The Truman Show. Finally\, bask in the vibrancy of modern hits like the dazzling musical Chicago and the heartfelt coming-of-age tale Lady Bird. Don’t miss your chance to see these iconic films on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County\, where movie magic started in 1929. \n\n\n\nFull Film Line-Up: \n\n\n\nJanuary 7: Bringing Up Baby (1938) \n\n\n\nJanuary 14: Casablanca (1942) \n\n\n\nJanuary 21: Rear Window (1954) \n\n\n\nJanuary 28: Dr. Strangelove (1964) \n\n\n\nFebruary 4: Cooley High (1975) \n\n\n\nFebruary 11: Glory (1989) \n\n\n\nFebruary 18: The Truman Show (1998) \n\n\n\nFebruary 25: Chicago (2002) \n\n\n\nMarch 4: Lady Bird (2017)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/95th-anniversary-film-series/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Living History Presentation: Lucy Pettengill
DESCRIPTION:Meet Lucy Pettengill\, resident of Peoria\, IL\, in March 1857. Learn about the struggles she and her fellow abolitionists encountered\, in order to assist freedom seekers on their way north. Hear the accounts of the efforts of the underground railroad activities from someone who was there! Mrs. Pettengill will share with you the details of the abolitionist movements and actions in Western Illinois\, and why her work was not only secret\, but dangerous.​ Lucy Pettengill will be portrayed by Laura Keyes\, Historic Voices.  She is a librarian and historian who has been portraying historic women and lecturing on historical topics since 2008.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/living-history-presentation-lucy-pettengill/
LOCATION:Malta Township Public Library\, 203 Adams St.\, Malta\, Illinois\, 60150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:The Wizard of Oz
DESCRIPTION:Follow the yellow brick road in this exciting\, steampunk-themed stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale\, featuring the iconic musical score from the 1939 MGM film. \n\n\n\nThe timeless tale takes audiences along as young Dorothy Gale and her dog\, Toto\, travel from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz\, making some new\, but somehow familiar\, friends along the way. \n\n\n\nShow dates for The Wizard of Oz are as follows: \n\n\n\nThursday\, February 27\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nFriday\, February 28\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 1\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSunday\, March 2\, 2025 • 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nThursday\, March 6\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nFriday\, March 7\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 8\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSunday\, March 9\, 2025 • 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nTickets can be purchased here or by calling the Stage Coach Players box office at 815-758-1940.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/the-wizard-of-oz/
LOCATION:Stage Coach Players\, 126 S. Fifth St.\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stage Coach Players":MAILTO:info@stagecoachplayers.com
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave
DESCRIPTION: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)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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SUMMARY:Pat Tomasulo
DESCRIPTION:Pat Tomasulo is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian\, TV host\, actor and podcaster. One of the top headlining acts in Chicago\, his very first one-hour comedy special\, “What A Time To Be Alive\,” released in early 2022. You can also see and hear him weekly on “The Pat Tomasulo Podcast\,” one of the highest-charting podcasts on Apple’s “Stand-Up Comedy” podcast rankings. And if you live in the Chicagoland area\, you can see Pat every morning as one of the hosts of the WGN Morning News\, the highest-rated AM news program in Chicago for over 10 years running. Other TV credits include guest host and contributor to “LIVE! With Regis and Kelly\,” and co-host of “Shaq Vs\,” an ABC primetime reality show featuring basketball superstar Shaquille O’Neal. Pat is also the creator and host of “Laugh Your Face Off\,” an annual comedy benefit that has raised over $2.6M for The Facial Pain Research Foundation\, a group that funds research to cure trigeminal neuralgia\, a rare pain condition his wife\, Amy\, suffers from.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/pat-tomasulo/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Sandwich Opera House\, 140 E Railroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548
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SUMMARY:Gaelic Storm with Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
DESCRIPTION:It’s hard to imagine a band just coming into their own after 20 years of success\, but that’s exactly what makes a true anomaly. Gaelic Storm\, a multi-national\, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance\, and after two decades and over 2000 shows\, they are a true force to be reckoned with. The band attributes their continued success to their fanatic audience\, and it’s a well-diversified crowd for sure – attracting fans of every genre with their rich storytelling\, energetic instrumentals\, devotion to Celtic traditions and passion for their stagecraft. They are as loyal to their fans as the fans are to them. Recent years have seen the addition of Natalya Kay on fiddle and Parker Hastings on guitar\, who both bring their own energy\, musicianship and spirit to Gaelic Storm.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/gaelic-storm-with-reverend-peytons-big-damn-band/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:PJ's Crawfish Festival
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URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/pjs-crawfish-festival/
LOCATION:PJ’s Courthouse Tavern\, 202 West State Street\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="PJ's Courthouse Tavern":MAILTO:INFO@PJSCOURTHOUSE.COM
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SUMMARY:NIU Women's Basketball Home Game
DESCRIPTION:Cheer on the NIU Women’s Basketball team at the NIU Convocation Center! Opponents are listed below: \n\n\n\nDecember 20 – NIU vs Idaho State \n\n\n\nDecember 28 – NIU vs Viterbo University \n\n\n\nJanuary 4 – NIU vs Ohio \n\n\n\nJanuary 11 – NIU vs Western Michigan \n\n\n\nJanuary 15 – NIU vs Miami \n\n\n\nJanuary 25 – NIU vs Ball State \n\n\n\nJanuary 29 – NIU vs Central Michigan \n\n\n\nFebruary 5 – NIU vs Kent State \n\n\n\nFebruary 22 – NIU vs Eastern Michigan \n\n\n\nMarch 1 – NIU vs Bowling Green \n\n\n\nMarch 5 – NIU vs Toledo
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-womens-basketball-home-game/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Hygge Countdown to Spring
DESCRIPTION:“In Denmark\, winters are especially long\, yet Danish people are considered some of the happiest in the world. They embrace the dark winter months with the joyful practice of Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) meaning coziness\, candlelight\, nature\, and meeting with friends.” – Emma Mitchell from Making Winter: a Hygge-inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months. \nBeat the winter blues with an immersive experience focusing on intentional happiness and community with Scandinavian-inspired arts and crafts\, meditative coloring\, peaceful music\, and tasty treats. You’ll gain some tips to create “hygge\,” and choose from a selection of library books which inspire joy and relaxation to bring home. \nIn March\, we prepare for spring’s emergence by making a homemade cleaning spray scented with essential oils\, craft a frame with spring flowers\, paint a garden ornament\, and sip fruit and herbal teas flavored with local honey sticks provided by Big Red’s Heavenly Honey. \nThis program is intended for adults. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hygge-countdown-to-spring/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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SUMMARY:NIU Men's Basketball Home Game
DESCRIPTION:Cheer on the NIU Men’s Basketball team at the NIU Convocation Center! Opponents are listed below: \n\n\n\nDecember 30 – NIU vs East-West University \n\n\n\nJanuary 7 – NIU vs Kent State \n\n\n\nJanuary 14 – NIU vs Miami \n\n\n\nJanuary 18 – NIU vs Central Michigan \n\n\n\nJanuary 25 – NIU vs Ball State \n\n\n\nJanuary 28 – NIU vs Akron \n\n\n\nFebruary 8 – NIU vs Sun Belt Opponent \n\n\n\nFebruary 11 – NIU vs Buffalo \n\n\n\nFebruary 22 – NIU vs Eastern Michigan \n\n\n\nMarch 1 – NIU vs Western Michigan \n\n\n\nMarch 4 – NIU vs Bowling Green
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-mens-basketball-home-game/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Pat Tomasulo
DESCRIPTION:Pat Tomasulo is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian\, TV host\, actor and podcaster. One of the top headlining acts in Chicago\, his very first one-hour comedy special\, “What A Time To Be Alive\,” released in early 2022. You can also see and hear him weekly on “The Pat Tomasulo Podcast\,” one of the highest-charting podcasts on Apple’s “Stand-Up Comedy” podcast rankings. And if you live in the Chicagoland area\, you can see Pat every morning as one of the hosts of the WGN Morning News\, the highest-rated AM news program in Chicago for over 10 years running. Other TV credits include guest host and contributor to “LIVE! With Regis and Kelly\,” and co-host of “Shaq Vs\,” an ABC primetime reality show featuring basketball superstar Shaquille O’Neal. Pat is also the creator and host of “Laugh Your Face Off\,” an annual comedy benefit that has raised over $2.6M for The Facial Pain Research Foundation\, a group that funds research to cure trigeminal neuralgia\, a rare pain condition his wife\, Amy\, suffers from.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/pat-tomasulo/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Sandwich Opera House\, 140 E Railroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548
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