Community Events Calendar
OSHA Safety and Health Fundamentals Certificate for General Industry
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Maundy Thursday Service
On Thursday, April 17th, we celebrate the first service of “The Triduum”, the three ritual services of Holy Week preceeding Easter. The Maundy Thursday service includes Holy Communion, and the ceremonial foot washing remembering the Last Supper is ...
Help at Home - Open Interview Day
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
DeKalb branch Help at Home is hosting an onsite hiring event for caregivers. Anyone who attends is guaranteed an interview on the spot - offers will be made the same day if applicable. When: 04/18/2025 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Where: DeKalb Help at ...
Stations of the Cross
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
At noon on Good Friday, April 18th, we will walk the Stations of the Cross. Our indoor Stations allow us to re-live Christ’s passion and crucifixion through imagery and readings. We take turns reading and lighting candles, making this a very ...
Good Friday Service
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The evening Good Friday Service at 7:00 PM includes the reading of the Passion and the Veneration (adoration) of the cross. Â Holy Communion is not shared at this service as we focus on the crucified Jesus.
Easter Egg Hunt
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Kids Easter Egg Hunt for ages 8 and under. The event will be held indoors at Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb. Free Admission. Includes 100's of hidden eggs, pictures with Easter bunny, grand prizes and live bunny petting.
Teen Job Fair
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you a teenager looking for a way to make some extra money during the school year or over the summer? Meet representatives from local businesses looking to hire teenagers. No registration is required. This program is intended for teens ages 14-18.
Easter Vigil Service
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Saturday Easter Vigil service on April 19th, begins at 7:00 PM with the Lighting of the Paschal Candle from the Paschal Fire. This candle represents the light of Christ and parishioners light their individual candles from it. The service ...
Faranda's Easter Brunch
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Faranda's Annual Easter Brunch Sunday, April 20th, 2025 Come gather with friends and family over an all you can eat brunch experience. Enjoy breakfast and lunch favorites like Eggs, Bacon, French Toast, Soups, Salads, and Baked Ham. Savor Faranda's ...
Easter Celebration Service
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
The Lenten Journey concludes with the festival service on Sunday, April 20th celebrating Christ’s triumphant Resurrection. A fellowship gathering follows the service.
Save a Life: Every Moment Counts
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Learning to stop bleeding is a lifesaving skill. The number one cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding. With three quick actions, you can be trained and empowered to save a life. This formal presentation is followed by hands-on ...
Local Showcase & Spring Show
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Discover what's in your community at the Local Showcase & Spring Show at a new, improved location at the NIU Convocation Center on Thursday, April 24th, from 4-7pm! Meet over 80 businesses and organizations in your community as they distribute valuable ...
After-hours Concert: NIU Suzuki Strings featuring High School Students
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for an after-hours concert with the NIU Suzuki Strings in the library’s main lobby! The NIU Suzuki Strings program includes children and their parents or caretakers from ages 4 throughout high school. This method of learning music is ...
Family Fun Science: Brilliant Botany
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Beautiful, beguiling, and bold: plants are all of these and more! We’re digging deep into botany this month with lots of fun plant activities. Design a wind-blown seed and test it. Use microscopes to look at close-ups of plant parts. Make an origami ...
Goat Yoga with Blue Sky Farm
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Blue Sky Farm Goat Yoga is looking forward to providing a “bucket list” event at the DeKalb Public Library! Our baby goats love to snuggle, run, and jump on you as you enjoy some soul-stretching yoga with our certified yoga instructor. It may ...
Goat Yoga with Blue Sky Farm
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Blue Sky Farm Goat Yoga is looking forward to providing a “bucket list” event at the DeKalb Public Library! Our baby goats love to snuggle, run, and jump on you as you enjoy some soul-stretching yoga with our certified yoga instructor. It may ...
Give DeKalb County
12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
Get ready for Give DeKalb County on May 1, 2025! Celebrating 12 years of generosity, this annual fundraising event makes giving easy with multiple ways to support nonprofit organizations—plus, the Bonus Pool boosts every donation. Give ...
I-PASS Transponder Return, Recycle & Swap + I-PASS Assist
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
On May 1st, The DeKalb Township & Senator Sue Rezin’s Office will host an I-PASS event at the DeKalb Township Administrative Building, located at 2323 S. 4th St. in DeKalb. The event will operate on an appointment-only basis during the hours ...
NIU STEM Café: Explore the Human Body
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
In partnership with NIU STEAM, our monthly STEM Cafés are back! This program dives into the fascinating world of human anatomy with a unique hands-on experience featuring real anatomical models, bones, and wet specimens—all available for ...
Ribbon Cutting - Smallcakes
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Help us celebrate Smallcakes coming into our community on Friday, May 2 at 11am. This is a joint ribbon cutting so we hope you can come join the fun! Please arrive early to be part of the ribbon cutting.
Cinco de Mayo Dance Party
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a Latin American dance party! Children will learn basic steps of Latin American Folk Dance including Salsa, Cumbia, and Afrobeats. Using balloons, hula hoops, and ribbon sticks, children will learn movement, improvisation, ...
Dave Rudolf’s British Invasion Show
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join award-winning, Gold Record artist Dave Rudolf for a trip down memory lane (maybe even Penny Lane)! You’ll hear music from the British Invasion that influenced a whole new world of music, fashion, and style. This concert will include ...
Cinco de Mayo: Mexican Mocktails
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Let’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Gather in the library’s main lobby to taste delicious, non-alcoholic Mexican drinks. The recipes will be available. Drop-in during the program to grab drinks and recipes and chat with fellow patrons. You can even take ...
AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 1 of 2
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on May 6th & 7th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the ...
AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 2 of 2
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on May 6th & 7th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the ...
Red Cross Blood Drive
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Give the Gift of Life! The American Red Cross will be conducting a blood drive at the DeKalb Public Library.  American Red Cross blood donors are critical to ensuring those in need receive relief and care. Right now, we’re urging donors to ...
The Hook Jones Group hosts Social Security/Medicare Discussion
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Hook Jones Group invites you to an informational event to learn about Social Security and Medicare. We encourage you to share this invitation with someone that would be interested in this topic or benefit from attending. Please RSVP by May ...
I-Pass on Demand Transponder Swap
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Illinois Tollway I-PASS On Demand team will be in the library’s main lobby helping drivers to swap their old, plastic transponders for the new I-Pass sticker tag at no cost. They will also be able to answer account questions, add new license ...
Forest Therapy Walk
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of forest therapy, the practice of immersing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. This 90-minute introductory session will be held at P.A Nehring Forest Preserve at 380 Bethany Rd. in ...
After-hours Event: Harmony of Korean Drum and Flute
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Experience the captivating sounds and movements of Korean culture featuring traditional drumming and the enchanting melody of native flutes! This music and dance performance combines rhythm, grace, and artistry that you won’t soon forget. The ...
Live Leadership Event & Breakfast
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
🚨 LIVE Leadership Event Alert! 🚨 Hosted by Express Employment Professionals of DeKalb and Rockford Many leaders think of accountability as a tough conversation—but what if it could be something more empowering? Join us for an eye-opening session ...
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Kick-Off
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is coming to the DeKalb County, and we’re celebrating in style! Bring your little ones (ages 0-4) for a fun-filled event featuring a brief welcome followed by cupcakes, crafts, dancing, and storytelling. You ...
Where Have All the Flowers Gone, the Ballad of Pete Seeger
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
We all remember Pete Seeger; the lanky troubadour playing his long neck, 5-string banjo and leading the world in some of our favorite folk songs. Well, Pete's no longer here on earth, but his spirit, his commitment to a better world, and most ...
Business Essential Skills Training Series - Instagram Deep Dive: Designing and Optimizing Instagram taught by Meta
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Be at your BEST with the DeKalb Chamber's next session of our Business Essential Skills Training Series - Instagram Deep Dive: Designing and Optimizing Your Instagram taught by Meta
International Cheese Tasting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Some are smelly, some are sweet, but when it comes to cheese, flavor can’t be beat! Travel to the library for a sampling of cheeses from around the world. Ranging from bitter to sweet, subtle to pungent, cheeses display a variety of flavors ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market Opening Day
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
CASA 5K Color Run
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The CASA Color Run is a fun, family-friendly 5K! Walk, jog or sprint - anything is fine so long as you have fun! Stick around after the race for music, snacks and water. Registration is $30 for ages 13+, $20 for ages 5-12 and free for children ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
50 Men Who Cook
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CASA’s signature fundraising event, 50 Men Who Cook, features 50+ men from the community who bring their best dish for guests to taste and vote for their favorite in each category. Enjoy good food, a cash bar, entertainment and raffle, all for a good ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
DeKalb Farmers' Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...