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Past Times at Glidden: Barn Quilt Workshop
The J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host a hands-on artistic experience with its upcoming Past Times at Glidden: Dutch Tulip Barn Quilt Workshop on Sunday, April 26, from
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Past Times at Glidden: Knitting the Nation
The J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host a program on the history and operation of circular knitting machines at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, as part of
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Brown Bag Lunch Program: Dr. Letitia Westgate
The DeKalb County History Center’s second Brown Bag Lunch program for 2026, scheduled for noon on Thursday, March 5, located at the DeKalb County History Center, 1730 North Main Street,
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Fire and Ice Fest
Is cabin fever setting in yet? Spice things up at the Fire and Ice Fest! FREE ACTIVITIES 11:30am-12:30pm Fire & Ice Science Show with Mad Science Glassblowing Demonstrations with Conair
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February Brown Bag Lunch – “What are we celebrating?”
As 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Ellwood House Museum and DeKalb County History Center are proud to announce the monthly Brown Bag Lunch series will
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Family Fun Science: Playing with Food
Finally, a chance to play with food! And—even better—learn some science while we’re doing it! The DeKalb Public Library is kicking off their 2026 Family Fun Science programs with some
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DeCarbon Dialogues: Real Talk, Real Neighbors, Real Change
Good news: compost is back! After a winter hiccup, the DeKalb Public Library is thrilled to bring back one of our most-requested conversations – Composting as Collective Climate Action. Join
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NIU STEM Café: Robotics
In partnership with NIU STEAM, monthly Teen & Family STEM Cafés are back in the new year! This session will feature a presentation by the NIU Robotics club followed by
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Ask a Piercer: Community Q&A
Curious about piercings, aftercare, or what really happens behind the studio door? Join the DeKalb Public Library for an informative session with local artist, Cassie, of DeKalb Tattoo Company. Cassie
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Just Jane: A Visit with Jane Austen
Jane Austen visits you from the autumn of 1815. Her first three novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park are published, and Emma is complete. Jane visits with you at this, the most
