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90th Annual Genoa Days
Join the 90th Annual Genoa Days for an unforgettable family festival featuring exciting bingo, thrilling carnival rides, classic games, delicious food, live music, and entertainment! Enjoy friendly races, fun contests, an inspiring art and craft show, and a vibrant parade. It’s a celebration for all ages!
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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May 24, 2026 –Beeswax Candles Workshop
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May 24, 2026 –Memorial Day Sunset Observance 2026
Beeswax Candles Workshop
Step back in time and experience the warm glow of history at the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. As part of the Past Times at Glidden series, this hands-on workshop invites participants to explore the art and function of beeswax candle making in the 19th century. Begin with a brief look at how candlelight […]
$55
Memorial Day Sunset Observance 2026
Join the Northern Illinois Veterans Memorial for a Memorial Day Sunset Observance at Franklin Township Park. Service Schedule:Pledge of AllegianceNational AnthemWelcome Statement (Brent Bacon)Invocation Pastor (Dee Mede)Laying of WreathsService Branch Medely Musical Selections Intro for Chris Mitchell USMC From Kirkland Chris Mitchell SpeechBuilding of Battle Field CrossTaps (Service Concludes After Taps)
Monday, May 25, 2026
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May 25, 2026Motorcycle Parade Escorts
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May 25, 2026 –2026 Mayors’ Memorial Day Breakfast
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Featured May 25, 2026 –Featured Memorial Day Celebration
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May 25, 2026 –Genoa Memorial Day Parade 2026
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May 25, 2026 –Sycamore Memorial Day Parade 2026
Motorcycle Parade Escorts
On Memorial Day, the Genoa American Legion Riders are coordinating motorcycle escorts for the DeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa Memorial Day Parades. Anyone with a motorcycle may participate and ride at their own risk. Staging starts at the DeKalb Elks Lodge 765, 321 South Annie Glidden Road. If you wish to attend the Mayors’ Memorial Day […]
2026 Mayors’ Memorial Day Breakfast
This will be the 34th breakfast on Memorial Day and the 10th breakfast at the Elks Lodge. DeKalb County Forty et Eight Voiture 207 asks everyone to join the breakfast and then attend one or more of the Memorial Day events. There will be a United Prayer at 7:15 a.m., a short program at 7:30 […]
$10 – $15
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Memorial Day Celebration
The parade will be held in downtown DeKalb on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, at 9 a.m., with lineup beginning at 8:30 a.m. The parade will travel west down Locust Street, DeKalb’s honorary Veterans Way, and past the DeKalb Veterans Memorial Mural. It will then proceed north on Linden Place to the Ellwood House. Join […]
Genoa Memorial Day Parade 2026
You’re invited to Genoa’s Memorial Day Parade starting at 10am at the Genoa Veterans Home and ending at the Genoa Cemetery!
Sycamore Memorial Day Parade 2026
Join the Sycamore Veterans Home Association for their annual Memorial Day Parade!
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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May 26, 2026 –Objects in the History of Illinois
Objects in the History of Illinois
Share details of your important objects at the Objects in the History of Illinois with State Museum Curator Erika Holst in the Hinckley Community Building.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
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Friday, May 29, 2026
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Saturday, May 30, 2026
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May 30, 2026 –Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
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May 30, 2026 –Dog Training Workshop Series
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May 30, 2026 –Family Fun Science: Making Musical Instruments
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May 30, 2026 –Music the Native Way
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May 30, 2026 –Evening at Ellcourt
Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
Shabbona Farmers Market begins Saturday, May 2 running every other weekend through October 10, 2026! New in 2026 – Family Outing Days will be held with the Farmers Market. There will be an inflatable obstacle course, games, crafts, and a sweet treat offered sponsored by Big Time Rentals. This market features 12+ vendor and craft […]
Free
Dog Training Workshop Series
These fun, informative, and accessible workshops are great for brushing up on skills or exploring something new! Dogs of all ages and skill levels are welcome. They must be group-appropriate and comfortable working around other dogs and people. All workshops use positive reinforcement, force-free training methods, focusing on building confidence, communication, and trust while keeping […]
$65
Family Fun Science: Making Musical Instruments
You can make music! In this month’s Family Fun Science, use science knowledge and basic recycled materials to make musical instruments. You’ll see that musical instruments don’t have to be fancy or expensive. All it takes is basic knowledge of what makes sound and materials to make those vibrations happen. After a time of building, […]
Free
Music the Native Way
In this program, Kim Sigafus McIver will present on the history of Native instruments and their use. The drum, rain stick, and flute will be introduced, and attendees will be invited to play an instrument and learn a song. Everyone will also receive a handout of music to take home. A brief Q&A will follow […]
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Evening at Ellcourt
Dearest Museum Patron, The Ellwood House Museum is pleased to announce the 4th annual Evening at Ellcourt celebration. This year, they look forward to hosting a regency-era masquerade at the beautiful Tudor-Revival Ellcourt Home on Saturday, May 30, from 6pm-9pm. Guests are welcome to attend in their finest masquerade attire. Attendees can expect to enjoy […]
$30
