Community Events Calendar
Funding the Future
12:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Raffle Event Supporting DeKalb Leadership Academy scholarships
Ribbon Cutting - Carpetland USA
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Join us in a joint ribbon cutting to celebrate Carpetland USA’s new showroom! We will commemorate this event on Tuesday, April 7th at 11:45am** with a ribbon cutting at their location at 1719 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore, IL 60178. This will be a joint ribbon ...
HABLA Bilingual Story Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Plant seeds with the Hispanic Association of Bilingual Language Acquisition (HABLA) during a lively bilingual story time! This empowering event celebrates the joys of speaking more than one language and encourages children to embrace their cultural ...
Natural Healing and Traditional Medicine
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Healing the body can heal the soul. Daerielle Balika, owner and operator of Balika Balanced Acupuncture, will explain the history and techniques of traditional medicine including acupuncture, cupping, and other methods. This program is intended for ...
Business After Hours - New Heartland Bank
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Business After Hours at the New Heartland Bank on S. 4th St.! Connect with fellow professionals while enjoying light refreshments, networking opportunities, and a chance explore this brand-new build and investment added to our community! Free t
Grand Ribbon Cutting - New Heartland Bank
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Join us for a Grand Ribbon Cutting for the brand-new Heartland Bank & Trust on St. 4th St. We will commemorate this celebration with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, April 9th at 5:15pm followed by a DeKalb Chamber Business After Hours 5-7pm. Please come ...
A Sound Healing Experience with the Poetry of Walt Whitman
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman. His unrivaled optimism and surprising insight into the potential of America is as relevant today as ever. You will experience many tones and ...
Yes, And...The History of Improv in the American Experience
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Improv didn’t just change comedy—it reflected how Americans learn to collaborate, adapt, and create. Drawing on the history uncovered in Improv Nation by Sam Wasson, this talk explores the overlooked history of improvisation, from Chicago classrooms ...
Is Your Business Plan Ready for Growth? FREE Virtual Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Is your business plan gathering dust, or is it actually driving you toward your goals? Whether you are just launching or ready to scale, a solid plan is your ultimate blueprint for success. Stop guessing and start growing! Join Sj Bulmer, Managing ...
Ribbon Cutting - Network of Nations
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Join the celebration of Network of Nations new office space on 6th St! We will commemorate the event with a ribbon cutting on Friday, April 17th at 12:15pm at their new location 316 N. 6th St. DeKalb, IL 60115. Come explore the space, learn what all ...
Bats: Importance and Conservation
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
For Bat Appreciation Day, discover the fascinating world of bats with special guest Dr. Joy O'Keefe during this engaging virtual presentation. Dr. O'Keefe, a leading researcher in bat ecology, focuses on promoting coexistence between bats and humans in ...
After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us in the library’s main lobby for an after-hours concert performed by the Northern Illinois University’s renowned Steelband. The concert will be an eclectic program of musical styles highlighting the versatility and profundity of the steelpan. ...
Walk A Mile
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
There is an old saying: “You can’t understand another person’s experience until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes.” To get people listening, learning, and talking, Walk a Mile in Their Shoes is organized around participants literally walking one mile ...
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 seem ...
Arbor Day Week Community Tree Planting Event - America 250
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
DeKalb Township is celebrating Arbor Day week by launching our “250 Trees for Tomorrow” initiative with a community tree planting event at Elder Care Services. Volunteers are needed to plant, mulch, & water roughly a dozen trees. Volunteers are needed ...
Save the Bees!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Did you know bees pollinate one out of every three bites of food we eat? Join us to learn why these tiny pollinators are vital to our ecosystem and how you can help protect them right in your own backyard. We’ll explore simple, bee-friendly yard care ...
Managing Risk: Protecting Your Business Workshop
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Is your business prepared for the unexpected, or are you operating on hope? Protecting your hard work starts with identifying threats before they become crises. Don't wait for a disaster to happen! Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Local Showcase
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Discover what's in your community at the Local Showcase at the NIU Convocation Center! Thursday, April 23rd, from 3:30-7 p.m. Meet over 80 businesses and organizations in your community as they distribute valuable...
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale, from April 24-26! Visit the library’s lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks at bargain prices. You’ll find children’s and teen ...
Family Fun Science: Keying into Electricity with Benjamin Franklin
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Did you know that Benjamin Franklin did far more with electricity than flying a kite in a storm? His experiments with electricity were groundbreaking. He even invented many of the electrical terms we still use today, like charge and conductor. In ...
Nellie Bly: Around the World in 72 Days
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran (1864-1922), this pioneer of investigative journalism is better known by her nom de plume, "Nellie Bly". She became famous for her exposé of the New York City Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island. On November 14, 1889, ...
FREE Senior Car Clinic
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
On Friday, May 1, DeKalb County TRIAD, Kishwaukee College, and DeKalb Township will co-host their annual free Senior Car Clinic at Kishwaukee College. DeKalb County residents age 55 and older are invited to participate. Students from Kishwaukee ...
Pints For Pups hosted by Rotaract Club of Sycamore
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
🐾 Pints for Pups Join us for an afternoon of wagging tails, local sips, and community impact at Pints for Pups—hosted by the Rotaract Club of Sycamore! 📍 Jonamac Orchard 📅 Saturday, May 2 ⏰ 12:30 – 3:30 PM This dog-friendly outdoor event brings ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability?Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery Certified ...
Understanding Your Target Market: Who Are You Serving? FREE Virtual Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you talking to everyone but reaching no one? Knowing exactly who your ideal customer is is the secret sauce to marketing that actually converts. Stop wasting time on "spray and pray" tactics! Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Mother's Day Flower Walk | Genoa
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
On the day before Mother's Day, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The guided walks will start on the hour, starting at 10 AM. The last walk will start at 1 PM. The NREC ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
NatureFest 2026 | Genoa
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The annual NatureFest is hosted by Illinois Extension, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the DeKalb County Health Department. It occurs at the only nature center in DeKalb County, Genoa's Natural ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Cash Flow Mastery Workshop ~ May Series
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, yet it’s often the most challenging aspect to master. Are you ready to stop the financial surprises and take command of your company’s stability? Join Sj Bulmer, Managing Partner and Profit Mastery ...
Boosting Profits: A Quick Look at Revenue & Expense Drivers FREE Virtual Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you leaving money on the table? Every business has hidden "levers" that, when pulled, can instantly improve the bottom line. Whether you're looking to scale or just want a more efficient operation, finding those quick wins is the key to sustainable ...
AID Stroll & Roll
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Enjoy a relaxed stroll or roll around the idyllic Peck Farm (Geneva) with a slightly later start time in 2026, and indulge in tasty refreshments — including hot dogs, snacks, and snow cones in the afternoon! During your stroll or roll, keep an eye out ...
Trailblazers Camp | Ages 9-11 | Nature Explorers Camp
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! Campers ...
QuickBooks Deep Dive: Accountant-Ready Books Workshop
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Stop paying your accountant to fix your mistakes! Are you tired of messy reports and auto-categorization errors that hide your true financial story? It is time to take control of your digital books and gain true financial clarity. Don't settle for ...
Cold-Blooded Critters Camp | Ages 7-9 | Nature Explorers Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! This camp ...
20th Annual ‘Let’s Dance’ Big Band Weekend
We’re excited to invite you and your friends to a weekend of swing, ballroom, and latin dance; 20th Annual ‘Let’s Dance’ Big Band Weekend, July 10 – 12, 2026. NIU DEB DeKalb, IL. Host John Smith and the Shananigans are looking forward to playing ...
Insect Investigators Camp | Ages 7-9 | Nature Explorers Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Beat summer boredom by signing your kids up for a week of Nature Explorers Camp! Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp. Camp is limited to 20 campers, so register TODAY! This camp ...
I-PASS & ICASH Event
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Meet with representatives of the Illinois Tollway and the Illinois State Treasurer's Office. I-PASS ON-DEMAND SERVICES OFFERED: IPASS Transponder Deactivation & Recycling New IPASS Sticker Transponder Issuance Account Updates (payment methods, ...