Community Events Calendar
Taste of the Town
Taste of the Town is a digital campaign celebrating our members who serve up delicious food and drinks in our community. The campaign runs September 29 – October 10 across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and our website.
Getting Started with Six Sigma: Improve Your Processes Workshop
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about Six Sigma? This introductory session provides a high-level overview of how Six Sigma principles can help you identify and eliminate inefficiencies, leading to better quality and cost savings. Kishwaukee College hosts this ...
Cash Flow Hacks for Small Businesses Workshop
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A quick-start session designed to provide actionable tips you can implement today to better understand and improve your business's cash flow. This workshop is hosted by Kishwaukee College and taught by Sj Bulmer of Bulmer Consulting LLC. For more ...
Classic Universal Monsters
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In the early 1900s, the small studio, Universal Pictures, discovered that audiences were interested in thrilling adventures. They released a series of classic horror films between 1913 and 1956. It was these films that boosted Universal into the major ...
Fair Housing for All: Understanding Source of Income Discrimination and Your Rights
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
On Thursday, October 2, DeKalb Township, in partnership with Housing Action Illinois, Hope Fair Housing Center, and Prairie State Legal Services, will host a free informational session focused on Illinois House Bill 2775. Signed into law in 2023, this ...
Poems Based on Music: Classical, Jazz, Pop, and Hymn
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
“Beaumont’s Dave Oliphant is known as one of Texas’s foremost poets, whose writings tell the story of Texas towns and especially Texas jazz – a music genre Oliphant fell in love with at an early age.” – Beaumont Enterprise, May 2024 Dave ...
Mutt Strut 5K (Dog Friendly Walk/Run) Fundraiser for Tails Humane Society
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Tails Humane Society for the 2025 Mutt Strut, where every step you take makes a difference for homeless pets in need! Whether you run or walk the 5k route, you’re supporting our mission to care for and find loving homes for animals. There is also ...
Fall Shred & Recycle Event
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fight identity theft and needless clutter by bringing your personal documents and other recyclable items to a convenient drive-thru shred and recycle event co-hosted by the DeKalb and Sycamore Townships. The event will take place on Saturday, October ...
You Raise Me Up: Songs that Inspire Us with Maureen Christine
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Award-winning vocalist Maureen Christine brings her crystal-clear voice to deliver an uplifting after-hours concert in the library’s main lobby! This event features Maureen’s heartfelt renditions of inspiring songs including Wind Beneath My ...
Getting Started on Profit: 4-Week Financial Workshop
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances or unsure where to begin for a profit boost? This 4-week workshop series is your essential first step on the path to financial mastery. Join certified Profit Mastery Facilitator Sj Bulmer for a ...
ICASH Unclaimed Property & CUB Utility Bill Analysis Event
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
On Wednesday, October 8th from 2 PM to 6 PM, representatives from ICASH—a division of the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office—and staff from the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) will be at DeKalb Township, located at 2323 S. 4th St. in DeKalb, to assist ...
Strategic Planning Made Simple for Small Businesses Workshop
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Develop a clear roadmap for your business's future. This workshop introduces fundamental strategic planning concepts that are easy to apply, helping you define your vision and set actionable goals. This workshop is hosted by Kishwaukee College and ...
Customer Service Excellence: Building Loyalty Workshop
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Happy customers are loyal customers! This session focuses on foundational principles of excellent customer service that can differentiate your business and build a strong, recurring client base. This workshop is hosted by Kishwaukee College and taught ...
Trick-Or-Trivia
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Rotaract’s 5th Annual Trick-or-Trivia Event is set for Thursday, October 9, 2025.
Gambling: The Dazzling Art of the Con
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Gambling generates more revenue than spectator sports, theme parks, cruise ships and recorded music combined. Las Vegas casinos bring in an average of 5 billion dollars of revenue in a year. With all that money flying around it might occur to ...
A Performance of Music from the Middle East
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
We are delighted to host an evening of cultural songs, both traditional and new compositions, after-hours in the library’s main lobby! Aboud Agha was born in Syria and immigrated to Boston Mass at the age of twelve. He is an accomplished ...
DeCarbon Dialogues: Planning a Microforest for DeKalb
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Microforests, also known as tiny forests or Miyawaki forests, are dense, native woodlands planted in small urban spaces. These fast-growing, biodiverse ecosystems have a significant impact on local climate. In addition to cooling, microforests ...
Laugh, Love, and Connect: Improv Comedy Workshop for Couples
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Deepen the joy of connection through laughter! This interactive workshop uses the magic of improvisational comedy to help couples strengthen communication, build trust, and embrace playfulness. No comedy or acting experience needed – just ...
ATHENA Award Reception
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at the historic Egyptian Theatre for the annual ATHENA & Women of Accomplishment Award Reception, a special evening recognizing remarkable women making a difference in our community.
Ribbon Cutting - Mr. Willy's Dark Art and Oddities
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Join the celebration of our new DeKalb Chamber member, Mr. Willy's Dark Art and Oddities and welcome him into our Downtown! Get a sneak peek of his place before the grand opening on Saturday. We will celebrate with a ribbon cutting on Friday, October ...
DeKalb Has Talent Show and Costume Contest
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Are you in grades 3-8 and have a talent you want to share for a chance to win prizes? Sign for DeKalb Has Talent! Your talent can be singing, rapping, comedy, dance, poetry or something else. Performers will compete for First, Second, and Third place ...
Family Movie: Monster House (PG)
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Relax with the family and bring your friends for free family movies and popcorn at the library! Come early to grab a seat or bring pillows to get comfy on the floor. This month’s feature: Monster House (2006) rated PG. 1h 31m. An exciting and ...
After-hours Concert: Mariachi Ensemble
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
NIU Mariachi is part of the World Music Ensembles at the NIU School of Music. The ensemble was founded during the1970's with its first official concert in 1975 with Dr. Kuo-Huang Han as the first director of the program and Dr. Jui-Ching Wang ...
Trades Exploration Day
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
The DeKalb Chamber Foundation invites you to participate in Trades Exploration Day! This event connects our community’s future workforce with professionals in the skilled trades, manufacturing, and warehousing/logistics. This is a unique opportunity to ...
After-Hours: Samhein, the Celtic Roots of Halloween
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Samhein (pronounced Sow-wehn) is the ancient Gaelic name for a time between times, a time at the end of Harvest when the veil between the world of men and the other-world of spirits becomes thin and those sprits walk the earth. From ancient ...
International Trick-or-Treat
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Trick-or-Treat your way around the world! Sweet tooths of all ages are invited to go on an international candy quest at the library, gathering and sampling different confections at each library desk. Stop by the Circulation Desk, the Adult ...
Tarot Basics with Annie Hex
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Are you curious about the ancient art of tarot but don't know where to start? Join us for an enlightening and beginner-friendly presentation designed to demystify the cards and unlock your inner wisdom. Local tarot reader and poet, Annie Hex, will ...
Spooktacular
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate Halloween by trick-or-treating in Downtown DeKalb for the 28th Annual Spooktacular! Invite your friends and family to put on their costumes and trick-or-treat at over 30 Downtown DeKalb businesses on Tuesday, October 28th, from 4-6pm.
Leave the Leaves!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Learn why letting leaves stay in your yard this fall is good for your garden, local wildlife, and the planet! Discover how fallen leaves enrich soil, provide habitats, and reduce waste, all while saving you time and effort. Registration is not ...
Hiring Smart: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business Workshop
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hiring is one of the most significant investments a small business makes. Learn fundamental tips to attract, interview, and select the best talent to strengthen your team. This workshop is hosted by Kishwaukee College and taught by Sj Bulmer of Bulmer ...
Getting Started with Six Sigma: Improve Your Processes Workshop
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about Six Sigma? This introductory session provides a high-level overview of how Six Sigma principles can help you identify and eliminate inefficiencies, leading to better quality and cost savings. Kishwaukee College hosts this ...
Cash Flow Hacks for Small Businesses Workshop
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A quick-start session designed to provide actionable tips you can implement today to better understand and improve your business's cash flow. This workshop is hosted by Kishwaukee College and taught by Sj Bulmer of Bulmer Consulting LLC. For more ...
Profit Mastery University (PMU) - The Essential Financial Course for Business Success
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
This workshop provides an engaging, application-driven experience, combining insightful content with real-world examples to empower you to understand your numbers, make smarter decisions, and strategically position your business for success. You will ...
Business Essential Skills Training Series - Recent HR Changes and How it Affects Your Business
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us at our next BEST training session to assess your HR risk going into 2026.
Ribbon Cutting - DeKalb Township's 175th Anniversary
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the celebration of the DeKalb Township’s 175th Anniversary! We will commemorate this momentous milestone with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, November 20th at 5:15pm at their office at 2323 S. 4th St. DeKalb IL 60115. They welcome you to stay for a ...
DeKalb Chamber Gift Guide
This holiday season, we’re thrilled to bring some extra magic to the community with our DeKalb Chamber Gift Guide , a digital campaign running from December 1-24 on dekalb.org and our social media. We’re shining a spotlight on our ...
Streamlining Your Small Business Operations Workshop
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks? This workshop introduces simple strategies to organize your business processes, improve efficiency, and free up valuable time. This is a virtual training series with a Google Meet link provided. For more ...
DeKalb Chamber Hollydays feat. Santa & Elfie!
Hollydays are all of the DeKalb Chamber events and campaigns that feature Santa and his helper, Elfie. From Lights on Lincoln to Elfie's Great Adventure join the fun!
Understanding Financial Statements: A Quick Guide Workshop
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Financial Statements Simplified. Learn to read your Income Statement and Balance Sheet to gain insights into your business's performance. This is a virtual training series with a Google Meet link provided. For more Information: ...
Profit Mastery University (PMU) - The Essential Financial Course for Business Success Workshop
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Ready to take comprehensive control of your business's financial future? This flagship program for business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs provides practical financial insights and strategies to drive sustainable growth and build lasting wealth. ...
Student Art Show - Canvas of Courage (Date/Time TBD)
***Date/Time TBD. Check back for more details!*** This art show is meant to open up a conversation about suicide prevention among students and youth individuals. YOU Matter and we want to encourage a safe and judgement-free space for ...