DeKalb County Visitor's Guide

Cortland DeKalb Genoa Hinckley Kingston Kirkland Lee Malta Maple Park Sandwich Shabbona Somonauk Sycamore Waterman

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DeKCaolubnty Come to DeKalb County to experience our “Contemporary Culture & Countryside Charm.” We are located just 60 miles west of Chicago. Our hotels and attractions are family-friendly and affordable. Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals, apple orchards, pumpkin patches and NCAA Division 1 sports are all a part of our landscape … we have something for everyone.

Savor local cuisine, shop for unique treasures and antiques in our historical downtown shopping districts. Enjoy a tour of one of our local wineries while you sample some of our region’s award-winning wines.

DeKalb County is home to a thriving arts and cultural scene that features both regional and national entertainment. Our regional theatre groups combined with Northern Illinois University provide a wide-variety of cultural experiences year-round.

This year we are proud to host the IHSA state football championships, IESA state wrestling championships, Illinois Square Dancers Association Convention, Jehovah Witness Conventions, Pop Warner Cheer, MS: Tour de Farms, and Team Dance Illinois to name just a few of the groups we will welcome to DeKalb County.

We look forward to your visit!

Debbie Armstrong Debbie Armstrong, Executive Director DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau Promoting tourism in DeKalb County 815/756-1336 • 877/335-2521 darmstrong@dekalbcountycvb.com dekalbcountycvb.com

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Table of Contents Welcome

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Transportation 6 Group Tours

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Historical DeKalb County

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Arts & Attractions

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Drive the Lincoln Highway

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The Great Outdoors

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Wineries & Breweries Sports & Recreation

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10th Annual Kite Fest

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Northern Illinois University

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Shopping Weddings in DeKalb County

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Spas & Salons

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County Map

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Meetings & Event Venues

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Accommodations 36-37 Restaurants

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Calendar of Events

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Our Communities

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Advertising Index

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The 2015 DeKalb County Visitors Guide was published by Shaw Media The DeKalb County CVB would like to express our appreciation to the following organizations and individuals for help bringing this visitors guide to you: The DeKalb County Board The DeKalb County Economic Development Committee Legislative Center 200 North Main Street Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-7189 www.dekalbcountyorg.com Project Manager: Lisa Angel Design & Layout: Allison LaPorta Cover Photo: MorningStar Media

Every attempt has been made to verify that the information in this guide is correct. The DCCVB assumes no liability for incorrect, omitted, or outdated information. At the time of print, all information was correct as supplied. We encourage you to visit: dekalbcounty.cvb.com prior to your trip for any changes in event dates or other information.

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Faranda’s is DeKalb County’s Premier Choice for: • Weddings • Business Events • Bridal & Baby Showers • Parties

• Seminars & much more!

302 Grove Street • Downtown DeKalb (815) 981-3304 • farandas.com

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Catering in Downtown DeKalb for over 40 years!

240 East Lincoln Hwy. • DeKalb, Illinois

815.756.2345 • www.thelincolninn.com

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Transportation City of DeKalb Green Line Bus Service 1606 Bethany Road DeKalb, IL 815-758-3932

City of Sycamore Blue Line Bus Service 1606 N. Bethany Road Sycamore, IL 815-758-3932

The Green and Blue Line Bus Services connecting DeKalb and Sycamore are affordable and open to the general public. The cost is $.50 per ride.

Children under 5 ride free. Exact change is required. Senior Citizens (60 and older), persons with disabilities and Medicare conditions ride free.

Busses run Monday – Friday, from 7am – 9pm., except holidays. They also connect between Sycamore and DeKalb at the following locations: Front entrance of Kishwaukee Hospital (One Kish Hospital Drive) Bus Shelter at Ben Gordon (12 Health Services Drive) South Entrance of Wal-Mart (2300 Sycamore Road)

DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport

HUSKIE BUS LINE

3232 Pleasant St. • DeKalb, IL 815-748-2020 • dtma@cityofdekalb.com

Veolia Transportation 1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815-758-6900 • huskieline.com

DTMA is situated approximately 60 miles west of Chicago, and is easily accessible via I-88 east, then to the Peace Road exit. Runways are capable of handling small planes and corporate jets. From the north or south, take I-39 to I-88 east, then to the Peace Road exit.

Instrument landing system for Runway 2 has been published. No landing fees.

Airport identifier is DKB.

The Huskie line bus service is in full swing when NIU is in session. NIU students ride free with current student identification. Public may ride for $1.00 (exact change only). Children under 5 ride free with an adult. Check their website for complete details on routes and times.

ELBURN TRAIN SHUTTLE 1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815-758-6900 • huskieline.com This shuttle operates when Northern Illinois University is in session. It departs from the Holmes Student Center and delivers passengers right to the Elburn Metra Station. It runs on Fridays and Sundays. Call for times.

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Group Tours

TAXI B.O.W.’s Taxi Service 815-217-1242

STS

815-899-1902

LIMOS Blue Sky Limousine 815/787-9800

Custom DeKalb O’Hare Limousine 815/517-0614

DeCab Taxi

322 E. Sunset Pl., DeKalb, IL 815/757-6430 • facebook.com/decab.taxi

Electric Limo Eco-conscious Transportation

1831 W. Forestview, Sycamore, IL 630/674-4244 • electriclimoco.com

Homes James Limousine 815/748-5466 • DeKalb, IL

Limo Bill Limousine

2300 Sycamore Rd., Ste. 2, DeKalb 815/739-4455

TransVac – Voluntary Action Center 1606 Bethany Road, Sycamore 815/758-3932

SOS Limos

There is so much to do and see in DeKalb County.

Come and stay for the day or better yet spend the night. We offer sample itineraries on our website at: dekalbcountycvb.com, but the possibilities are endless.

The DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau staff provide complimentary services and assist with custom itineraries, hotel accommodations, locally themed and educational tours.

Visit one of our museums, enjoy live theatre, tour a winery or a craft brewery, experience a farm or barn tour. Enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner and sample some of the local confections. Then get ready to indulge in a little retail therapy in one of our historical shopping districts.

If you are looking to escape to the great outdoors, tour our community gardens, visit an apple orchard, pumpkin patch or a corn maze. Enjoy a demonstration on how to make apple cider, shop for locally grown food and indulge in fall treats.

Welcome bags are provided to visitors along with maps and other helpful information to make your stay more enjoyable compliments of the bureau.

Call us at 877/335-2521 or email sales@dekalbcountycvb.com today so we can help plan your visit to DeKalb County today!

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Historical DeKalb County Clinton Township Library 110 S. Elm St., Waterman 264-3339

DeKalb Public Library

309 Oak St., DeKalb 756-9568 • dkpl.org Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 1pm-5pm

DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association

111 S. Second St., Ste. 204, DeKalb 756-8737 • daaha.org

Ellwood House Museum 509 N. First St., DeKalb 756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Flewellin Memorial Library

108 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2079

Gurler House

205 Pine St., DeKalb 758-4897 • gurlerhouse.org

Hinckley Historical Society

145 E. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley Open Saturday 10am to 3pm

Historic Guided Tours

Malta • 825-2330 by appointment

Historic Self-Guided Tours

111 S. 2nd St., Ste. 202, DeKalb 756-1336 • dekalbcountycvb.com

Memorial Park/Soldiers & Sailors Clock WWI memorial honoring veterans.

Northeast Corner of 1st & Lincoln Highway, DeKalb

Joseph F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center

Milan Township One Room School House

921 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-7904 • gliddenhomestead.org June-Oct 2nd & 4th Sun. 12pm4pm; Tues. 10am-2pm; or by appt.

8 Gabel Hall, NIU, DeKalb 753-1236 or 753-1241 cedu.niu.edu/blackwell Mon.-Wed. 12pm-4:30pm; Fri. 12pm-4:30pm; or by appt.

Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society

NIU Regional History Center

Swen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb 753-1779

622 Park Ave., Genoa 784-5559 Open 2nd Sunday of the month from 2pm-4pm; Wed. 1pm-5pm; or by appt.

North Grove School

26745 Brickville Rd., Sycamore 762-3603 • northgroveschool.org Tours by appt. spring, summer, fall by emailing: info@northgroveschool.org

Malta Historical & Genealogical Society

127 N. 3rd St., Malta 825-2330 • by appointment

Marie Louise Olmstead Museum 100 S. Depot, Somonauk 498-2417 or 228-1474 Open Sundays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, unless it is a holiday and tours by appt.

Northern Illinois Veteran’s Memorial Franklin Township Park, 3rd Street, Kirkland villageofkirkland.com

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Sandwich Fairgrounds

Suydam Rd. and Fair Wind Blvd., Sandwich 786-2159 • sandwichfair.com

Sandwich Opera House

140 E. Railroad Street, Sandwich 786-2555 • sandwichoperahouse.com Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm

Stone Mill Museum and the Sandwich Historical Society Railroad and Lafayette Street, Sandwich 786-2513 or 498-4401 April-October Sunday 1pm-4pm, except holidays or by appt.

Shabbona-Lee-Rollo Historical Museum

Sycamore History Museum Engh Farm 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore 895-5762 • sycamorehistory.org Tues.-Sat. 10am-3pm

Sycamore Public Library & Joiner History Room 103 East State Street, Sycamore 895-2500; 895-7271 Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Waterman Area Heritage Society 180 W. Lincoln St., Waterman 264-3461 Sat. 1pm-3pm or by appt.

119 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2597 Tues. & Thurs. 9am-3pm; Sat. 9am-11am or by appt.

3FREE PUBLIC MUSEUMS WORTH EXPLORING! NIU ART MUSEUM Counter-balancing contemporary and traditional art for an eye-opening look at culture

Altgeld Hall, First Floor, West End T-F 10-5, Sat 12-4, 815.753.1936 www.niu.edu/artmuseum

NIU ANTHROPOLOGY MUSEUM AND RESEARCH COLLECTIONS Celebrating cultural diversity around the world with dynamic exhibitions

Faye-Cooper Cole Hall T-F 10-4, Sat 10-2, 815.753.2520 www.niu.edu/anthro_museum

BLACKWELL HISTORY OF EDUCATION MUSEUM AND RESEARCH COLLECTIONS Preserving the history of American Education and featuring a One Room Schoolhouse

The Learning Center, Gabel Hall Room 8 – Hours Vary, 815.753.1236 www.cedu.niu.edu/blackwell

Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL www.niu.edu Museums open by appointment for group tours

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Arts & Attractions Theatres & Performing Arts Carmike Cinemas Market 10

NIU School of Music

2160 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 787-2739 • carmike.com

Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, DeKalb 753-1551 • niu.edu/music

DeKalb Municipal Band Hopkins Park

NIU School of Theatre and Dance

1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-6663 dekalbparkdistrict.com

Stevens Building and Gabel Hall, DeKalb 753-1600 • niu.edu/theatre

Egyptian Theatre

Sandwich Opera House

135 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 758-1215 egyptiantheatre.org

140 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-2555 sandwichoperahouse.org

The House Café 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-9547 thehousecafe.net

Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra P.O. Box 310, DeKalb 756-3728 • kishorchestra.org

Kishwaukee Valley Art League

Stage Coach Theatre 126 S. 5th St., DeKalb 758-1940 stagecoachers.com

Sycamore State Street Theatre 420 W. State St., Sycamore 895-2301 sycamorestatetheater.com

Wow 7 Cinemas

P.O. Box 523, Sycamore 790-6111 • kval.us

101 Duvick Ave., Sandwich 786-1999 • wow7.com

NIU Convocation Center 1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 752-6800 • niuconvo.com

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Galleries & Museums Art Attack

Gallery 215 North

The Art Box

Jack Olson Gallery

215 W. Elm, Suite 202, Sycamore 899-9440 • sycamoreartattack.org

308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-0313

Blue Moon Bikes Vintage Sting Ray Museum

211 W. State St., Sycamore 899-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association

111 S. 2nd St., Ste. 204, DeKalb 756-8737 • daaha.org

DeKalb Area Women’s Center 1021 State St., DeKalb 758-1351

Ellwood House Museum

215 N. 4th Street, DeKalb 753-1473

NIU Visual Arts Building, AB200 Art Gallery, DeKalb 753-4521

Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society Museum 622 Park Ave. (West on Hwy. 72), Genoa 784-5559 or 784-2199

Midwest Museum of Natural History

425 W. State St., Sycamore 895-9777 • mmnh.org

NIU Anthropology Museum Cole Hall, DeKalb 753-2520 niu.edu/anthro_museum

NIU Art Museum

116 Altgeld Hall, First Floor, West End, DeKalb 753-1936 • niu.edu/artmuseum

NIU Blackwell History of Education Museum

The Learning Center, Gabel Hall, Room 8, DeKalb 753-1236 • cedu.niu.edu/blackwell

NIU Regional History Center Swen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb 753-1779 • ulib.niu.edu/reghist/ index.cfm

Stone Mill Museum

311 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-9075 • www.facebook.com/ sandwichhistory

Sycamore History Museum 1730 N. Main St., Sycamore 895-5762 • sycamorehistory.org

509 N. First St., DeKalb 756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Imagination

LIVE!

For more information, contact the box office at 815-753-1600 or visit www.niu.edu/theatre

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Drive the Lincoln

Highway

Illinois Lincoln Highway Interpretive Murals Relive the thrill of discovery that motorists experienced 100 years ago, as you uncover a past era woven together with the present along the Illinois Lincoln Highway, where every mile is a story. Rediscover the charm of a road trip to enjoy our murals and gazebos.

55 West Lincoln Highway, Cortland

104 West Main Street, Genoa

Corner of Lincoln Highway and Seventh Street, DeKalb

127 North Third Street, Malta

This mural vividly conveys the early era of road construction in Cortland. An image of the area and the crew that were contracted to supply gravel for the pavement project are the designs main elements.

A detailed image of travelers in a 1913 StevensDuryea, a high-end touring car of its time, is the centerpiece of this mural. The mural’s border is cut and painted to represent the City of DeKalb’s memorial brick arch.

Depicted in the mural is a road dragging contest during the Good Roads Movement in the early 1900’s. A “sled” being dragged by a team of horses to smooth the road is the featured component used to tell the story.

The mural gives striking detail of paving the Lincoln Highway’s first seedling mile, strategically located in Malta. Strong images of men doing the cement work and early road construction equipment are featured in the mural.

302 Willow Street, Maple Park

This mural depicts the development of the Lincoln Highway and how it changed the look of America as roadside gasoline stations sprung up along the route in every town to accommodate motorists. By the 1920’s this filling station in Maple Park was a welcome site to drivers.

Illinois Lincoln Highway Interpretive Gazebos There are 16 Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition Gazebos across the Illinois route; enclosed interpretive panels offer visitors intriguing stories and graphics, depicting the significance of the Lincoln Highway and its communities.

Corner of Lincoln Highway and Eleventh Street, DeKalb

Kishwaukee College, 21193 Malta Road (First Seedling Mile Marker), Malta For a complete list of murals and gazebos visit: drivelincolnhighway.com

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126 South 5th St. DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-1940

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heatre for the community by the community.

Stage coach has been performing in the DeKalb area since 1947. Join us for our 68th season, a season of diversity, a season of roaringly funny comedy, thought provoking drama, and musical theatre that sets your toes tapping and has you wanting to sing along. Stage Coach Players, community theatre for all.

Give the gift of live theatre • Gift Certificates available

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T he

Great Outdoors Farms & Orchards Camelot Christmas Tree Farm

Jonamac Orchard, Inc.

16380 S. Somonauk Rd., DeKalb 756-6599 • camelottrees.com

19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta 825-2158 • jonamacorchard.com

Larson’s Family Farm

Honey Hill Orchard

Kauffman Turkey Farm

11747 Waterman Rd., Waterman 264-3337 • honeyhillorchards.com

8519 Leland Road, Waterman 264-3470 • hokaturkeys.com

Johnson’s Family Farm

Kuipers Family Farm

1765 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3752 johnsonspumpkinsandmaze.com

1N318 Watson Rd., Maple Park 827-5200 • kuipersfamilyfarm.com

4404 Somonauk Rd., Sandwich 786-2249 • larsonfamilyfarm.com

Theis Farm Market

6N953 County Line Rd., Maple Park 895-9712 • theisfarmmarket.com

Yaeger’s Farm Market

14643 State Route 38, DeKalb 756-6005 • yaegersfarmmarket.com

You Pick Berries

30683 Lanan Rd., Kingston upberries.com

Farmers Markets Farmers Markets feature locally-grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts.

DeKalb Farmers Market

Every Thursday (June 5th-Sept 25th) Van Buer Plaza, Corner of N. Second & Locust St., DeKalb 756-6306 • dekalb.org

Genoa Open Air Market

Last Saturday of the Month (May 24th -Oct. 25th; 9am-2pm) Corner of Genoa & Main Street, Genoa 784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

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Hinckley Farmers Market

Every Saturday (Mid-June to Mid-Oct. depending on weather; 9am-Noon) Hinckley Fresh Market parking lot, corner of Rt. 30 and Somonauk Rd., Hinckley • 590-4069

Sandwich Farmers Market

Every Saturday (Summer months; 9am-Noon) Moose Parking Lot - 1002 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-7111 • sandwichmooselodge1016.com

Sycamore Farmers Market

Every Sunday (June 1st-Sept 28th; 10am-2pm) Corner of Somonauk & Elm Street, Sycamore 895-3456 • discoversycamore.com

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Pick your own APPLES & PUMPKINS

Acquaviva Winery 47W614 Route 38, Maple Park 630-365-0333 • acquavivawinery.com Tours by appointment

Cademon Brewery 217 W. Main St., Genoa 827-6145 • cademon.com Tours by appointment

Prairie on State Wine Cellars 322 State Street, Sycamore 991-5266 • prairiestatewinery.com Tours by appointment

Prairie State Winery 222 W. Main Street, Genoa 784-4540 • prairiestatewinery.com Tours by appointment

Waterman Winery & Vineyards 11582 Waterman Road, Waterman 264-3268 • sunsetwines.net Tours by appointment Tastings: April - December

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JONAMAC WEEKENDS! Get lost in our 10-acre corn maze, ride the “apple train,” hayrides, live music festivals and events!

5 miles west of DeKalb in Malta, IL 815.825.2158

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S ports & Recreation

Recreation Aurora Sportsman Club, Inc. 7858 Preserve Road, Waterman 264-9000 • aurorasc.org

Clifton Diving Ventures

276 N. Cross St., Sycamore 349-7574 cliftondivingventures.com

DeKalb Park District

Aquatic Center & Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-6663 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

DeKalb Park District Recreation Center

1765 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 758-7756 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

Four Seasons Bowling & Sports

1745 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore 895-5125 • bowlfourseasons.com

Genoa Canoe Rental

Kishwaukee River, Genoa 784-5612 • genoaparks.com

Genoa Fitness Center

333 E. 1st St., Genoa 784-3488 • genoaparks.com

Genoa Municipal Ice Rink

(Winter Only) 100 N Genoa Street, Genoa 784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

NIU Huskies Den Campus Entertainment Center

340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb 753-1491 • huskiesden.niu.edu

Genoa Township Park Pool & Recreation Center

Pete’s Train

Idle Hour Lanes

Power Adventures

927 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-8257

325 Edward St., Sycamore 991-5684 • poweradventures.org

Katz Park Skateboard Park

Sandwich Sportsman Club

400 East 2nd Street, Genoa 784-5612 • genoaparks.com

Dresser Road & North First Street • DeKalb

Kishwaukee Family YMCA

2500 W. Bethany Rd., Sycamore 756-9577 • kishymca.org

Mardi Gras Lanes

1730 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 756-9411 • mardigrasbowl.com

Natural Resource Center Russell Woods Forest Preserve Genoa • 784-2000 dekalbcounty.org

NIU Huskie Athletics/NIU Convocation Center

435 S Birch St., Waterman 264-7753 • petestrain.com

1011 Hartman Trail Sandwich 483-3174 sandwichsportsmansclub.com

Star Worlds Video Arcade

1234 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-4599 • starworldsarcade.com

Sycamore Community Park & Pool

940 East State Street, Sycamore 895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Sycamore Family Sports Center

725 E. State St., Sycamore 895-7407 • sycamorefun.com

1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 752-6800 • niuhuskies.com

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Sycamore RV Resort

Village of Hinckley Parks & Recreation

Sycamore Speedway

Windy City Soaring

375 E. North Ave. Sycamore • 895-5590 sycamorervresort.com

50W086 Old State Rd., Maple Park 895-5454 sycamorespeedway.com

720 James St., Hinckley 739-1336 parksandrec@hinckleyil.com

12637 Rt. 30 West, Hinckley 286-7200 windycitysoaring.org

Golf Courses Buena Vista

The Oak Club of Genoa

Chicago Golf & Tiki Tees

Prairie Pines

131 Buena Vista Dr., DeKalb 758-4812 • buenavistagc.com 210 S. Pointe Ct., DeKalb 378-8171 chicagogolfandtikitees.com

Edgebrook Golf Course

11770 Ellwood Greens Rd. Kingston • 784-5678 6236 Route 38, DeKalb 758-5249 • prairiepinesgolf.com

River Heights

2100 Suydam Rd. Sandwich 786-3058 • edgebrookgolf.com

1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb • 758-1550 riverheightsgc.com

Indian Oaks

Sycamore Golf Club

603 E. Preserve Rd., Shabbona 824-2202 indianoakscountryclub.com

940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3884 sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Disc Golf Pioneer Park Disc Golf Course

North Street, Kirkland 630-495-7500 midwestdiscgolf.com

Prairie Park Disc Golf Course

401 Clifford Drive DeKalb • 758-6663 dekalbparkdistrict.com

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The

Great Outdoors

Parks, Trails & Gardens Adee’s Woods

Hopkins Park

Russell Woods

Afton Forest Preserve

Knute Olson Jr. Forest Preserve

Sandwich Park District

4106 Old State Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org 13600 Crego Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Chamberlain Park

400 E. Second St., Genoa genoaparks.com

Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve 4490 Preserve Road, Shabbona dekalbcounty.org

Cortland Community Park 70 S. Lanos St., Cortland cortlandil.org

County Farm Woods

2305 State Route 23, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

DeKalb County Community Gardens DeKalb • 793-0950 dekalbgardens.org

DeKalb/Sycamore Trail Hopkins Park, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Harvey Creek Conservation Area Lions Rd., Sandwich • 786-8044

11750 State Route 72, Genoa dekalbcounty.org

1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb dekalbparkdistrict.com

1001 N. Latham, Sandwich 786-8044 • sandwichparkdistrict.org

12595 Baseline Road, Kingston dekalbcounty.org

Sannauk Preserve

15250 US Highway 34, Somonauk dekalbcounty.org

Lion’s Park

101 Monroe Street, Malta 825-2330

Shabbona Lake State Park

MacQueen Park

100 Preserve Road, Shabbona 815-824-2106 • shabbonalake.com

3640 Scout Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Somonauk Community Park

Merritt Prairie

470 S. Depot St., Somonauk

14401 Keslinger Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Sycamore Community Park

940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Milestone Park

(Skate and Splash Park) 1375 North Castle St., Sandwich 786-8044 • sandwichparkdistrict.org

Sycamore Lake Rotary Park

400 N. Cross St., Sycamore 895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

P.A. Nehring

360 Bethany Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Sycamore Park District

940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Pioneer Park

650 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-3836 • hinckleyil.com

Wilkinson-Renwick Marsh

Glidden Road & Illinois Route 64 Kirkland • dekalbcounty.org

Potawatomi State Park

32199 Kirkland Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

DeKalb County Bike Trails Great Western Trail • Peace Road Trail • Kiwanis Pathway Trail Many of our businesses are bike friendly. For a complete list visit PedalPal.org

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The first DeKalb Kite Fest was held on September 6, 2006.

This amazing event came to be because an 8 year old boy, Nathan Overman wrote a letter to then Mayor Frank Van Buer expressing his desire to bring his love of kiting to his hometown, DeKalb. According to Nathan, he broke one of his kites and his mom started looking online for ways to repair it. The Overman family would fly smaller kites in the parks around DeKalb County, so they were already avid kite enthusiasts when they started to attend festivals in other cities. At these festivals, they made friends with various people they met and became part of the kite enthusiast community. They purchased their first four line kite from Dave Zavell and another instant friendship was formed.

Dave Zavell owns and operates Chicago Kite. Dave, the Overmans and Chuck Siebrasse, Executive Director of the DeKalb Chamber, teamed up to bring the first kite festival to DeKalb. Around 300 people attended that first year.

This year, we celebrate the 10th Annual DeKalb Kite Fest. It has become one of the largest kite festivals in Illinois. Our bureau organizes the event with Doug Nelson, Kite Fest Chair. Attendance has grown to more than 4,000. It draws visitors from surrounding states and the suburbs.

Dave Zavell continues to recruit our kite family, who come every year to share their joy of flying kites with us.

We couldn’t do it without them, our sponsors and the community volunteers.

One of the most anticipated activities is the kite candy drop.

Yes, the candy drops from a kite! Many of the signature kites are at least 90 feet in length. We have families and visitors that anxiously await the Second Sunday in September to experience the joy of watching all the beautiful kites flying and dancing over the skies of DeKalb County.

Thank you, Nathan, for getting us started on this path.

Your love for kiting is still being shared with both new and old friends that come together the Second Sunday in September.

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Northern Illinois University Chartered in 1895, Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive teaching and research institution located near a vibrant research and development corridor. NIU’s main DeKalb campus is 65 miles west of Chicago and 45 miles southeast of Rockford and provides more than 60 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate- and doctoral- level programs in seven colleges (Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts). The university also operates education centers in Chicago, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, Oregon and Rockford, where working professionals can access NIU programs at convenient times and locations.

Through internships, research, study abroad, over 300 student organizations and more, the faculty and staff of NIU work hard to provide you with life-changing opportunities. An NIU education is nationally recognized in quality, nationally ranked in value and aimed at providing you with personal, career and life success.

Did you know?

NIU ranks in the 2015 U.S. News & World Report top 110 Best Colleges in the public schools/ national universities division.

The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology is ranked as the 41st Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by U.S. News & World Report 2015 rankings.

The College of Education’s online graduate program is ranked first in the nation out of 170 schools in the 2014 Graduate Education category of U.S. News & World Report.

According to Bloomberg’s Businessweek (2013), NIU’s College of Business generates the best return-on-investment (ROI) when compared with all other business schools in the state of Illinois.

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U.S. News & World Report ranks the Northern Illinois University Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) program in the top 10 nationally in the fields of city management and public finance.

NIU is the recipient of the Association for Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) inaugural “Place” award for excelling in community, social and cultural development.

NIU has been ranked in the top four percent of all American universities by the Carnegie Foundation, having received the agency’s highest possible designation – “Doctoral/Research University Extensive.”

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Shopping

Essentials Ace Hardware

361 Sycamore Rd., Genoa 784-6004

Art’s Super Mart

29 N. Eddy St., Sandwich 786-6211 • artsfoodmarket.com

Blain’s Farm & Fleet

1300 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore 899-1716

Camp Store

4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona 824-2581 • shabbonalake.com

Duck Soup Coop

129 E. Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb 756-7044 • ducksoupcoop.com

Eggleston’s Pharmacy 403 E. State St., Sycamore 895-2444

Grab N’ Go

1210 E. State St., Ste. 7, Sycamore 991-5782

Gordon Hardware

514 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4511 • gordonhardware.com

CVS Pharmacy

Hickey’s Corner Store

DLC General

Hinckley Fresh Market

1022 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0648 • cvs.com 524 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-6300

Dollar General Store

226 S. Somonauk Rd., Cortland 756-1726 1401 S. 4th St., DeKalb 758-8303 527 W. Main St., Genoa 784-9962 122 Indian Springs Dr. #2, Sandwich 786-6496

Dollar Tree

2060 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-7149 • dollartree.com

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4201 State Hwy. 38, Malta 825-2724

710 James St., Hinckley 286-3333 • hinckleyfreshmarket.com

HyVee of Sycamore

2700 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-6174 • hy-vee.com

Inboden’s Meat Market & Full Service Catering 1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb 756-5852 • meatplace.com

Jewel Osco

220 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore 895-5276 1320 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-5478

Kelley-Williamson Mobil Mart

15 W. Lincoln Hwy., Cortland 756-3598

Kirkland Five Star Dollar 414 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-2282

Larsen Hardware

430 W. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman 264-3662

Lehan Drugs

1407 S. 4th Dr., DeKalb 758-0911

Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb

1224 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4999 • dekalbmattress.com

Northern Thrift

109 N. 7th St., DeKalb 501-4726

Osco Pharmacy

220 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore 895-2444

Piggly Wiggly 340

600 Pearson Dr., Genoa 784-7003

Schnucks

975 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 748-6200

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Stop-N-Shop

Super One Dollar Store

Stop & Save

Village Ace Hardware

708 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-0724 4742 E. 2750th Rd., Sandwich 498-4351

327 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6610

1015 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-8776

Walgreen’s

1340 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-4609 100 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-1815 30 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-8653

Wisted’s Country Market

Floral & Garden

102 S. Nokomis, Shabbona 824-2657

Blumen Gardens

Glidden Campus Florist

Myers Lawn & Garden

DeKalb Florist & Greenhouse

Hinckley Floral

Ozzie’s Greenhouse

Johnsons Floral & Gifts

Sandwich Floral

Kar-Fre Flowers

Spino’s Garden Center

403 Edward St., Sycamore 895-3737

2131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2705 • dekalbflorist.com

DeKalb Street Floral

130 E. DeKalb St., Somonauk 498-1414

Everything Floral

113 W. Main St., Genoa 784-2344

The Flower Peddler

101 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-9446

917 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4455 • glidden-florist.com 950 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7400 37 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-2151

1126 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6558

Ka-Ti Flowers

107 W. Navaho, Shabbona 824-2443

Meagen Lee Floral

247 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-3920 13441 Hinckley Rd., Hinckley 286-7452 206 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-2135 18663 E. County Line Rd. Maple Park 827-4444 • spinosgardencenter.com

Stran’s Garden Center 1070 E. State St., Sycamore 895-8233

Kirkland • 593-0393

Rare Finds & Specialty Shops Alexis Kay Designs

128 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 762-6558 • alexiskaydesigns.com

A Perfect Silhouette

866 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 517-0617

Antiques Vintage Collectables & Gifts

134 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-5699 facebook.com/AntiquesVintage CollectablesGiftsDeKalb

Armor Computer Shop 143 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-0505 • armortechs.com

The Bait Shop

4778 US Highway 30, Shabbona 739-4522

Barnes Woodcraft

204 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2774

Becky Beck’s Jewelry

303 E. Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb 758-3800 beckybecksjewelrystore.com

Bee Designs Embroidery & Screen Printing 24637 Esmond Rd., Malta 393-4593 • beedesigns.biz

The Art Box

Black Magic Customs Inc.

Ax-In-Hand Guitar Specialist

Blue Moon Balloon Co.

308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-0313 • dekalbgallery.com 817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8898 • axinhand.com

4686 E. 29th Rd., Sandwich 786-1977 • blackmagiccustoms.com 127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-1631 • bluemoonballoonco.com

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Blue Moon Bikes Cycle & Fitness

211 W. State St., Sycamore 899-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

Bob-Jo Cycle Co.

50W112 Old State Rd., Maple Park 895-5251 • bob-jocycleco.com

Bridget’s Kid Closet

1132A Pleasant St., DeKalb 756-1222

Bullfrogs & Butterflies Resale Shoppe Inc. 120 S. Maple St., Sycamore 757-1146

Carter’s Cottage

209 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-9700 carterscottageinteriors.com

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The Carving Shop

Cracker Jax

Gifts & Treasures Old & New

Cassie’s Popcorn Stand

Creative Design

Glitter

Catholic Gift Store

D&D Jewelers

645 E. LaSalle St., Somonauk 498-9290 • thecarvingshop.net Corner of State and Maple, Sycamore

118 N. 3rd St., DeKalb 758-8178 119 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-3429

770 N. Peace Rd., DeKalb 787-0802 • thecatholicgiftstore.com

303 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3377 • ddjewelers.com

Chilton’s Sporting Goods

Decades

248 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-3152

235 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0309

Christian Connection

DeKalb Harley Davidson

Classic Books

Diamond Tour Golf

The Clock Shoppe

Down The Rabbit Hole

337 W. State St., Sycamore 899-3262 • christianconnection.biz 115 N. 1st. St., DeKalb 748-3406 330 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6488

College Bound Thrifts 122 E. Hillcrest, DeKalb 748-1500

Competitive Edge, Inc. 700 Peace Rd., DeKalb 758-0056 • theedgeus.com

The Confectionary

149 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 758-5990 • theconfectionary.com 235 W. State St., Sycamore 899-1616

The Corner Cobbler

404 W. Railroad St., Kingston 784-4452

Country Store Thrift Shop 659 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2378

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969 N. Peace Rd., DeKalb 756-4558 • dekalbharley.com

203 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-2649 • diamondtourgolf.com 248 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 757-6707

358 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7921 124 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 901-0847 facebook.com/gotglitter247

Gold & Silver Shop

407 W. State St., #3, Sycamore 899-6567

Graham Cracker Comics

901c Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 748-3883 grahamcrackers.com/dkstore.htm

Green Tangerine

1150 S. Fourth St., DeKalb 140 S. Second St., DeKalb 756-5100 facebook.com/greentangerinerecords

Happy Hen House

8329 E. Sandwich Rd., Hinckley 286-9055

Ducky’s Formal Wear

Harding’s Family Martial Arts

Encore Clothing

Herbal Embers

Family Health Center

Highway 30 Antiques

1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-8151 • askfamilyhealth.com

808 W. Comanche, Shabbona 630-485-1590

Farmer’s Daughter

Hirschbein Trophies & Engraving

250 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-7703 • duckysformalwear.com 132 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-3113 • encoreclothing.com

303 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6370

Franklin’s Frames and Art 423 N. Main St., Sycamore 895-8232 franklinsframesandart.com

The Garden Market 558 & 560 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 895-0298

236 Palmer Ct., DeKalb 758-4888 161 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-3440 • herbalembers.com

202 S. California St., Sycamore 895-9137

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

423 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-3435 • huckleberryspetparlor.com

Josies Antiques

15454 IL Route 38, Maple Park 756-1920

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JR Antiques & Collectibles

MCR Framing

Paperback Encore

Kid Stuff

Moxie

Paulsen Appliance & Electronics

Lakeside Bait, Tackle & Boat Rental

Mr. G’s Music

723 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-2550

149 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-7683 • kidstuffdekalb.com

4100 Bluebird Lane, Shabbona 824-2581 • shabbonalake.com

Las Reyna’s Gifts

316 W. Main St., Genoa 784-4467 facebook.com/lasreynas5

Laughing Cat Antiques Shop 415 W. Main St., Genoa 784-3000 • laughingcatantiques.com

Lavish Thrift

153 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-3747 • lavishthrift.com

Leo’s Awards, Gifts and Engraving Inc

16 E. Railroad, Sandwich 786-7380

Lovers Playground

137 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-8974 230 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-7584 • shopatmoxie.com 360 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3980

My Favorite Things

249 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-2101 myfavoritethingsdekalb.com

Nathan Winston Services 132 N. 3rd St., DeKalb 758-4545 • nathanwinston.com

New Game in Town

811 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 517-0003 • newgame-intown.com

No Strings Attached

110-112 Terry St., Sandwich 786-8175

245 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6373 • paulsenappliance.com

Paw Lickin’ Good Treats

2684 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 758-8300 • pawlickingoodtreats.com

The Picket Fence

29854 Oak Meadow Dr., Kingston 784-8428

Proton Tattoo Studio

120 S. Fourth St., DeKalb 756-1800 • protontattoo.com

Poppy Seed Primitives

223 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-6020 • poppyseedprimitives.com

854 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb 793-2115 nostringsattached4u.com

Prindi’s Antique Mall

North Central Cyclery, Inc.

The Red Geranium/ Bittersweets

157 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8061 • loversplayground.com

534 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2403 northcentralcyclery.com

Made Just for You Gifts, Inc.

Offworld Designs

338 W. State St., Sycamore 895-8122 • madejustforyougifts.com

624 W. Center St., Sandwich 786-7080 • offworlddesigns.com

Mae’s Fine Designs

Olde Timers Antique Centre

145 1/2 Cedar, Waterman 349-7494 • maesfinedesigns.com

131 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6430 • olde-timers.com

Maggie’s Déjà Vu

OLT Marketing

2 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 570-2073

128 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-3235

Red Wing Shoes

2692 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 517-0579

The Rusty Rooster

2300 E. Rt. 34, Sandwich 570-2486

421 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-9331 maggiesdejavu.blogspot.com

817 W. Lincoln Hwy., Ste. C1, DeKalb • 901-0569 oltmarketing.com

Sandwich Antique Mart

Mandee Lee’s Accessories & More

Out on a Whim

S.I.S. Shop in Style

113 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6054

127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-4300 • whimbodyjewelry.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

2300 E. Rt 34, Sandwich 786-6122

308 W. State St., Sycamore 761-9090 or 751-1918 sisshopinstyle.com

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Simply IRZSTBL, an Eclectic Gathering

Two Sisters Emporium 215 W. State St., Sycamore 991-7175 • 2-sisters.com

200 W. Lincoln, Waterman 757-6815

Two Sisters Then and Now

S.O.A.S. Apparel & Design

316 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-1555

147 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 756-9910 • soasdekalb.com

Urban Grace

255 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-7115 urbangraceathome.com

Small Town Skate Shop 229 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-5555 smalltownskates.com

Victoria’s Crossing

220 W. Main St., Genoa 784-2868 • victoriascrossing.com

STOMP Shoes, Boots and Accessories

307 W. State St., Sycamore 991-5680 • stompshoes.com

Village Commons Bookstore, Inc.

901 Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-0613 • vcbs.com

Stran’s Garden Center 1070 E. State St., Sycamore 895-8233

Whatever Resale

Sweet Earth

341 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3011 • sweetearthjewelry.com

Sycamore Antiques

320 W. State St., Sycamore 895-4720 • sycamoreantiques.com

Treasures Old & New Gifts & Antiques

358 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7921

125 S. Fourth St., DeKalb 756-4849

White Tree Books

19 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6622 facebook.com/WhiteTreeBooks

Wild Ivy Apparel

311 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 779-777-3547

Wine & Spirits American Liquors

Depot Liquors

Cademon Brewery

Genoa Liquors

DeKalb Liquor Mart

Inboden’s Meat Market and Full Service Catering

159 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2223 217 W. Main St., Genoa 827-6145 • cademon.com 1352 E. Dresser Rd., DeKalb 787-7766 dekalbliquormart.com

524 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-6300 540 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Genoa 784-9780

1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb 756-5852 • meatplace.com

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Liquor N’ Wine

540 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Genoa 784-9780

L & B Liquors

265 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore 899-5252

Lundeen’s Discount Liquors 1030 Arcadia Dr. DeKalb 756-2590 • lundeenliquors.com 1760 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore 899-1231 • lundeenliquors.com

Prairie on State Wine Cellars 322 W. State St., Sycamore 991-5266 • prairiestatewinery.com

Prairie State Winery

222 W. Main St., Genoa 784-4540 • prairiestatewinery.com

Thirsty Liquors

1039 W. Hillcrest, DeKalb 758-2337

Golf | Driving Range | Tiki Bar Banquet Facility | Rooms Seat 20-200 On-Site Catering | Full Service Bar

(815) 517-1449 210 South Pointe Ct. • DeKalb, IL 60115 ChicagoGolfAndTikiTees.com

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Plan your Wedding in

DeKalb County

DeKalb County is just 60 miles west of Chicago and offers one-of-kind venues that will make your special day unique. We offer affordable and comfortable accommodations for your wedding party and guests. Find the right venue to make your day memorable no matter what the size of your budget. From small and intimate to big and opulent, we have it all. Here, you’ll find everything you need to make your wedding day picture perfect.

Picture your ceremony in an outdoor chapel, on the stage of a theatre, in a vineyard, in a garden, or in a castle. Make one phone call to the DeKalb County CVB and we’ll assist with booking hotel rooms, onsite tours, venue suggestions, and a list of wedding related services.

Relax and enjoy a day of pampering at one of our spas before you head down the aisle.

Call us today at 877/335-2521

Spas & Salons Amanda’s Spa & Beauty Services

Dana’s Day Spa

852 S. 4th St., DeKalb 748-5887 • amanda-spa.com

Beach Club Tan and Water Massage 2180 Oakland Dr., Sycamore 748-2826

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203 E. Locust St., DeKalb 739-0446 • danasdayspa.com

Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa 2525 Bethany Rd., Sycamore 756-1414 • dolcevitasalon.biz

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Hair Affair Salon & Spa

Stephen Alan Salon

806 DeKalb Ave. #3, Sycamore 899-4247 • hairaffairspa.com

2030 Baron Dr., Sycamore 895-3339 • stephenalansalon.com

Helen’s Hair Designs

Studio One Salon & Spa

147 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 756-7788 • helenshairdesigns.com

1007 N. 1st St., DeKalb 758-4508 • studioonesalonspa.com

LEZA Nail Spa

Tranquil Therapies

2444 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 748-4191 • lezanailspa.com

1770 W. State St., #A, Sycamore 899-7900 • tranquiltherapies.com

Q Salon

Unique Concepts Salon

501 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2417 • qsalonon30.com/

1963 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 754-5520 • uniqueconceptssalon.com

Salon Suites of Sycamore

Volume Salon

127 S. Sacramento, Sycamore 739-3159 salonsuitesofsycamorellc.com

Splendora Day Spa & Salon 526 W. Main, Kirkland 522-2100

1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 991-5724 • volume105.com

Wisoma Massage & CranioSacral Therapy 603 E. Railroad., Sandwich 786-7829 wisoma.com

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SALON & SPA Individual or Group Spa Packages Custom Gift Cards for all occasions 1007 N. First Street • DeKalb, IL 60115

815-758-4508

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Meeting & Event Venues Altgeld Hall - NIU

(up to 500) 595 College Ave., DeKalb 753-1999 • niu.edu

Barsema Alumni & Visitors Center

(up to 240) 231 N. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 753-1534 • bavc.niu.edu

Blumen Gardens

(up to 150) 403 Edward St., Sycamore 895-3737 • blumengardens.com

Chapel in the Pines Wedding & Banquet Center (up to 150) 15265 Quigley Rd., Sycamore 895-4797 • chapelinthepines.com

Chicago Golf & Tiki Tees (Up to 200) 210 S. Pointe Ct., DeKalb 378-8171 chicagogolfandtikitees.com

Ellwood House Museum

Hopkins Park Terrace Room (up to 200) 1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-6663, ext. 113 dekalbparkdistrict.com

Jane Fargo Hotel & Banquet Hall

(up to 300) 355 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6789

Kishwaukee College Conference Center (up to 285) 21193 Malta Rd., Malta 825-2086 ext. 210 kishwaukeecollege.edu/ conferencecenter

Kishwaukee Country Club (up to 160) 1901 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-6848 • kishwaukeecc.org

The Mora Farm

(Up to 200) 10816 Watson Rd., Waterman 630-201-1333 • themorafarm.com

Ellwood-Nehring House (Up to 80) Hearthside Room (Up to 80) 509 N. First St., DeKalb 756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

NIU Convocation Center

Faranda’s

NIU Holmes Student Center

(up to 500) 302 Grove St., DeKalb 756-2345 • farandas.com

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(up to 10,000) 1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 752-6800 • niuconvo.com

(up to 2,200) Normal & Lucinda Rd., DeKalb 753-1745 • niu.edu/hsc

Party Zone

(up to 75) 204 W. Elm St., Sycamore 508-6453

Red Roof Inn & Suites

(up to 220) 1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8661 • redroofinn.com

River Heights Clubhouse

(up to 160) 1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 758-1550 • riverheightsgc.com

St. Mary’s Memorial Hall

(up to 350) 322 Waterman St., Sycamore 895-3275 • stmarysycamore.com

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering

(up to 80) 1969-B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-8150 sweetdreamdesserts.com

Sycamore Club House (up to 120) 940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3884 sycamoreparkdistrict.com

For more information and other meeting venue options call 877/335-2521

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Stop In And Try Our New Comfort

Buffet Menu!

~ Soups, Salads & Comfort Food ~ Monday through Friday 11am to 3 pm (Soup and Salad only 3 till 6pm) Breakfast on Saturday from 7 am to 1pm

FULL SERVICE CATERING AND DESSERTS now booking for 2015/2016 events

Full Service Catering • Unforgetable Desserts Hours: Monday through Friday 7am to 6 pm • Saturday 7am to 3pm

1969B DeKalb Avenue, • Sycamore, Il 60178

Phone: (815) 756-8150 Fax: (815) 756-1836

Please call to reserve your day, See us at:

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Northern Illinois University Holmes Student Center Hotel & Conference Center

340 Carroll Avenue • DeKalb, IL 60115 Banquets, wedding ceremonies, receptions, special events, and conferences for 20 to 1,000 guests. 78 hotel guest rooms and suites. Four restaurants. One Bookstore. One Huskies Den with bowling, pool tables, and video arcade. All under one roof.

Hotel: (815) 753-1444 Banquets: (815) 753-1744

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

hotel@niu.edu hsc@niu.edu

www.hsc.niu.edu/hsc www.hsc.niu.edu/hsc

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Accommodations Baymont Inn & Suites 1314 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 815-748-7100 and 1-877-BAYMONT baymontinns.com 53 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15

Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center.

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 1450 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore • 815-895-8686 or 800-456-4000 • countryinns.com 73 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 10

Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

Hampton Inn & Suites 663 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 815-748-4323 or 1-800-Hampton 80 guest rooms

Amenities: Suite Shop, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Complimentary Continental “On the House” Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Meeting Room up to 32, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry, Refrigerators and microwaves in every room.

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Holiday Inn Express 1935 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 815-748-7400 or 1-800-HOLIDAY(465-4329) holidayinnexpress.com/sycil 69 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 40

Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Refrigerators & Microwaves in all rooms.

Jane Fargo 355 W. State St., Sycamore 815-895-6789 or 1-800-937-8106 janefargohotel.com 39 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 300

Amenities: Free Continental Breakfast, Banquet Facilities, Mitchel Lounge, Wi-Fi Access.

Motel 6 1860 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 815-899-6500 or 1-800-4-Motel6 motel6.com 51 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 10

Amenities: Fitness Center, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

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NIU Holmes Student Center 340 Carroll Ave., at the Intersection of Lucinda Ave. and Normal Rd., DeKalb 815-753-1444 • niu.edu/hsc 77 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 2200

Amenities: Handicapped Accessible, Compact Refrigerator & Microwave in all rooms, Free Continental Breakfast, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

Red Roof Inn & Suites Parkside Bed and Breakfast 203 E. Roosevelt, DeKalb • 815-787-9526 parksidebedandbreakfast.com Private Cottage

1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8661 • redroof.com 74 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 220

Amenities: Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Sauna, Pet Friendly*, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center.

Amenities: Breakfast included, kitchenette, walk-in shower, Wi-Fi Access.

Super 8 DeKalb Quality Inn 1475 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore 815-895-4979 or 1-800-4CHOICE(24-6423) qualityinn.com/hotels/il291 58 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15

800 W. Fairview Dr., DeKalb 815-748-4688 or 800-800-8000 • super8.com 44 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 30

Amenities: Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Guest Laundry.

Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool with Spa/Hot Tub, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, WiFi Access, Business Center.

* Some restrictions apply for pets.

Please call individual properties.

RV & Campgrounds Shabbona Lake Campground

4201 Shabbona Grove Rd., Shabbona 824-2565 shabbonalake.com

Sycamore RV Resort

375 E. North Ave., Sycamore 895-5590 sycamorervresort.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

Walcamp in Kingston

32653 5 Points Rd., Kingston 784-5141 www.walcamp.org

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Hometown Hospitality Indoor Heated Pool Wireless High Speed Internet Guest Laundry Complimentary Breakfast Meeting Facility Complimentary Newspapers Standard Rooms And Suites Available

1314 W. Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115

815-748-7100 or 1-877-BAYMONT www.baymontinns.com

Voted DeKalb County’s Finest

Stay Smart at the

Holiday Inn Express Sycamore

Enjoy our complimentary Smart Start hot breakfast bar and wireless internet access.

1935 DeKalb Ave. • Sycamore IL 60178

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• Bountiful Complimentary Breakfast • Free high speed Internet Access • In-room coffee maker, hair dryer, iron & ironing board

• Free weekday morning paper • Indoor pool & whirlpool • Exercise room • Refrigerator & Microwave

800-456-4000

1450 S. Peace Road Sycamore, IL 60178 815/895-8686

www.countryinns.com/sycamoreil

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An Idyllic Getaway For Your Relaxation & Leisure

Come and be refreshed.

Quiet Neighborhood • Private Cottage Complimentary Multi-course Breakfast Fully Equipped Kitchenette Private Bath with Walk-in Shower

203 East Roosevelt Street • DeKalb, IL 60115

(815) 787-9526

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815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

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Heated Indoor Pool/Spa Free HBO & Wi-Fi Free Hot Breakfast Fitness Room

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Free USA Today Group Rates Whirlpool Suites Meeting Rooms

1475 S. Peace Rd. • Sycamore, IL (815) 895-4979 or (800) 4CHOICE qualityinn.com/hotels/il291

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Restaurants

American 5-B’s Catering

Country Store & Catering

Flippin Eggs

Bar-B-Que Express

Crumpet’s Tea Room

Gene’s Carry Out Inc.

Brother’s Restaurant & Lounge

Culver’s

Genoa Café

190 W. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman 264-7752 • 5bscatering.com 105 Cherry St., Somonauk 630-546-9896 • thebbqexpress.net

456 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-2333 • countrystorecatering.com 221 W. Main St., Genoa 784-6121 • crumpetsillinois.com

512 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-2133

1262 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb 779-777-7997 culvers.com/restaurants/dekalb-il/

Cabana Charley’s Tiki Bar and Grill

1200 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-0200 culvers.com/restaurants/sycamore

1470 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore 899-8454 • ccsycamore.com

Carmine’s

2672 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 748-0008 • carminessubs.com

Chick’N Shack

265 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore 895-2442 • chicknshack.com

Country Kitchen

105 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-3585 countrykitchenrestaurants.com

Corner Grill on Main

137 W. Main St., Genoa 784-2233 • corner-grill.com

Dairy Dogs

675 E. State St., Sycamore 899-3500 • thedairydog.com

Dairy Joy

435 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7701 • dairyjoydriveinn.com

Eggsclusive Café

265 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore 899-3447 • eggsclusivecafe.com

831 S. 4th St., DeKalb 754-6900 • flippineggs.com 125 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-9059 233 W. Main St., Genoa 784-6647

Giordano’s of Sycamore 1840 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-2999 • giordanos.com

Grassroots Juicery & Café, LTD

2180 Oakland Dr., Unit B, Sycamore 831-917-1257 grassrootsjuicerycafe.com

Hillside Restaurant

121 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 756-4749 • hillsiderestaurant.com

The Hinckley Café

2562 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 748-1200

116 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-9274 facebook.com/Hinckleycafe

Flappy’s Pancake House

Hobnobbers

Egg Haven Pancakes & Café

1406 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-0700 flappyspancakehouse.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

2030 Baron Dr, Sycamore 991-5775 • hobnobbers.com

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The House Café

Kirkland Family Restaurant

Mustang Bar & Grill

The Huddle

Lincoln Inn Family Restaurant

Nat’s On Maple

263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-9547 • thehousecafe.net 817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8899

Hy-Vee

2700 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-6174 • hy-vee.com

Johnny K’s

125 Duvick Ave., Sandwich 786-3088 • johnnykhotdogs.com

Junction Eating Place

816 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-5441 junctioneatingplace.com

Karshones Hometown Kafe 302 E Van Buren St., Malta 825-9009

507 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3531

240 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2345 • thelincolninn.com

Lothsons Karry Out Chicken 644 E. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb 756-4303

Lukulo’s

22 E. State St., Sycamore 991-5742

Nel’s Catering

116 S. Depot St., Somonauk 498-3678 • nelscatering.com

O’Leary’s Restaurant & Pub

Page Street Diner

355 W. State St., Sycamore 981-8370 • janefargo.com

Mudslingers Café

112 S. Maple St., Sycamore 895-4243 • natsonmaple.com

260 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0000 • olearyspubandgrill.com

890 Pappas Dr., DeKalb 758-5853 or 758-2452 lukulos.com

Mitchel Lounge

102 S. Third St., Malta 825-1022

122 E. Page St., Sycamore 895-5505

Penny’s Place

2694 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 517-0820 • anewkindoffun.com

Pita Pete’s, Inc.

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Cecina estilo Guerrero, Sopa Azteca, Handmade Tortillas, fresh table-side Guacamole We have over 380 Tequilas & Great Margaritas

2562 Rt. 23 • DeKalb, IL (Sycamore Rd. across from Target) egghavencafe.com

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Catering services for your next party.

223 West State Street • Sycamore, IL (815) 895-2545 • www.taxcorestaurant.com

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Pokanoka’s Café

4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona 824-2481 • shabbonalake.com

Ray’s Chicago BBQ & Slots 870 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 814-8488 • rayschicagobbq.com

Riccardi’s

418 W. State St., Sycamore 991-2200 • riccardisredhots.com

Sam’s Family Restaurant 11 W. North Ave., Cortland 756-5665

Shark’s Fish and Chicken 901 Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-6600

Shawn’s

204 Somonauk St., Sycamore 895-5282 • shawnscoffeeshop.com

The Silverspoon Restaurant 740 E. Market St., Somonauk 498-1616

Sorrento’s

50W187 Rt. 64, Maple Park 895-5466 • sorrentosranch.com

South Moon BBQ

146 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-9227 or 687-7123 for catering • southmoonbbq.com

Star 34 Family Restaurant 336 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-9898

State Street Pizza

1001 W. State St., Sycamore 895-1282

Subway

Sycamore Parkway Restaurant

605 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6700

Tasty Dawgs

518 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3111

Texas Roadhouse

1950 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 748-7427 • texasroadhouse.com

2472 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 754-7827 200 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7007 4199 State Rte. 38, Malta 825-9091 400 E. Church St., Sandwich 739-7561

Tom & Jerry’s

The Sycamore Café

114 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-3067

1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-8070

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering

1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-8150 sweetdreamdesserts.com

215 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-1675 • tomandjerrysdekalb.com 1670 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-4420 sycamoretomandjerrys.com

Village Café of Shabbona

Village Courtyard

120 Market St., Somonauk 498-2414

Willow Hometown Café 351 N. Main St., Sycamore 991-5948

Ethnic Acquaviva Winery

47W614 Rte. 38, Maple Park 630-365-0333 acquavivawinery.com

Bea’s Wok ‘n Roll

Burritoville

Bely’s

China House

1402 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 756-1660 913 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb • 517-1065

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

1026 Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb 756-8848 1900 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 748-0032 • chinahousedekalb.com

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China Inn

Great Wall

Ristorante de Acquaviva

China One

Haru of Japan

Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant

China Wok

Los 3 Burritos

540 E. Main St., Ste. B, Genoa 784-9688 • hotchinawok.com

185 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-6060 • elburritoloco.net

Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant

Los Rancheros

630 Plaza Dr, Sycamore 899-1188 • chinainnsycamore.info 131 S. 4th St., DeKalb 756-9102 • chinaonedekalb.com

214 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2677 • eduardosdekalb.com

Fanatico Italian Restaurant 1215 Blackhawk Rd., DeKalb 517-0392 or 517-1740

Flamingo Restaurant and Ice Cream Mexican Cuisine 1029 Pleasant St., DeKalb 901-0049

Fushi Yami Hibachi n’ Sushi 822 W Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-8868 • fushiyami.com

901 #M Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-5635 • greatwalldekalb.com 3206 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 517-0098

2350 #A Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-2200

Mediterraneo

122 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8450 mediterraneodekalb.com

Mikimoto Japanese Steakhouse

826 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-1212

Panda House

901 Lucinda Ave., Ste. M • DeKalb 758-0051 • pandahousedekalb.com

Ren’s Chinese Restaurant 310 E. State St., #10, Sycamore 899-8883

219 W. State St., Sycamore 899-4444 • acquavivawinery.com

624 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-1201 • rositas.com

Santa Fe Restaurant

132 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6737 • santaferestaurant.net

Tacos Salsas Y Carnitas 1021 W. Hillcrest Dr., Ste. A, DeKalb • 787-6898

Tapa La Luna

226 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 217-0990 • tapalaluna.com

Taxco Restaurant

223 W. State St., Sycamore 895-2545• taxcorestaurant.com

Thai Pavilion

131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-6445 • thaipavilionskokie.com

Yen Ching

810 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2007 • yenchingdekalb.com

Bar & Grill Bootlegger’s Bar, Grill & Pizza

107 Main St., Maple Park 827-3066

Brown Pub

200 Somonauk Rd., Hinckley 286-3329

Bull Moose Bar & Grille 202 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-8002 or 630-638-2373 bullmoosebar.com

Coupe’s Bar & Grill

Cub & Spank’s Inc.

Fat Boyz Pub & Grille

DeRailed

Fatty’s Pub & Grille

Farmers Inn

Five Points Pub

Fat Bob’s

Hill’s Tap

113 N. Maple St., Sycamore 895-4015 48 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-7700 521 Main St., Kirkland 522-9808 500 Main St., Kirkland 522-3204

332 W. State St., Sycamore 991-5195 1312 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-7737 • fattyspub.com 105 S. Main Street, Kingston 784-3500 319 W. Main St., Genoa 784-5982

101 S. Viking View, Lee 824-8405

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Hink’s Bar & Grill

MVP Sports Bar & Grill

Hometown Sports Bar & Grill

Olde Tyme Inn

123 S. California St., Sycamore • 899-9990

241 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 217-3325 hometownsportsbar.com

Houlahan’s Tavern & Grill

208 W. Lincoln, Waterman 264-3333 • houlahanstav.com

J&K’s Half Moon Tavern

120 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7303 • jkhalfmoon.com

Joker’s Bar & Grill

530 N. Main St., Sycamore 895-4488

Karlsbad Tavern

413 W. Main St., Genoa 784-6336

KJ’s Tap & Grill

518 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-2577

Knuckle Hedz

1 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-9400 knucklehedzbar.com

Lord Stanley’s Annex

142 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-9031

Lost Mine

1745 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-5125 bowlfourseasons.com

Maple Park Pub & Grill

122 S. California St., Sycamore • 895-1888

109 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-9700 • oldetymeinn.com

PJ’s Courthouse Tavern & Grille

202 W. State St., Sycamore 895-9253 pjscourthousetavern.com

Pour House

103 E. Railroad St., Kingston 784-5700

Pub West Pizza

100 W. Adams St., Waterman 264-3637

Rambo’s Bar & Grill

140 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-1997 • rambosbar.com

Ski’s All American Pub

1001 W. State St., Sycamore 899-9018 • skispub.com

Sullivan’s Tavern

722 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4323

The Top Shelf Grille & Bar

3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich 630-273-6022 timbercreekinnandsuites.com

Twin Tavern

1028 S. 4th St., DeKalb 756-9604

Welcome Matt

149 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-3949

221 N. Main St., Maple Park 827-3452

Molly’s Pub & Grill

1000 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 815-517-0335

Mustang Bar & Grill 102 S. Third St., Malta 825-1022

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

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Restaurants Pizza Bootlegger’s Pub, Grill & Pizza

107 Main St., Maple Park 827-3066

Brian’s Pizza

146 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7071 • ilovebrianspizza.com

Casey’s Carry-Out Pizza Rte. 30 E, Waterman 264-3233

Little Ceasars

2350 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 748-8878 265 W. Peace Rd., Ste. 104, Sycamore 991-9575

Michael Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta

309 Main St., Maple Park 827-4417

Chumly’s Pizza

Moscato’s

Dough Brothers Pizzeria

Pizza Hut

312 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2754 20 W. Benson Ave., Cortland 754-0000 • doughbrotherspizzeria.com

Giordano’s of Sycamore 1840 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore 899-2999 • giordanos.com

Gonzo’s Pizzeria

9 N. Main St., Sandwich 786-3322

Hot Stuff Pizza

411 Main St., Kirkland 522-3510

Italian Dreams

436 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-0905 • italiandreamspizza.com

Joe’s Pizza & Pub

313 W. Main St., Genoa 784-6186

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532 E. Main St., Genoa 784-2929 701 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-6606 • pizzahut.com 1170 DeKalb Ave., Ste. 104A, Sycamore 895-9862 • pizzahut.com

Rosati’s Pizza

710 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-1500 630 Plaza Dr., Sycamore 895-4646 • rosatispizza.com

Sam’s Pizza

526 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6121

Terry’s Pizza

(Closed July - September) 117 Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2262

Toppers Pizza

1015 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-7755 • toppers.com

Uncle Milty’s Pizza Palace 140 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-4108 • rambosbar.com

The Pizza Place

Village Pizza

124 W. Lincoln, Hinckley 286-7010

307 E. Adams, Malta 825-2270

Pizza Pros

Vinny’s Pizza & Wings

1205 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4776 • pizzaprosdekalb.com

221 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-6200 • vinnyspizzadekalb.com

Pizza Villa

World Famous Pizza

824 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8116 • pizzavilla.com

(inside Lord Stanley’s) 142 E. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb 756-8718

Pub West Pizza

124 E. State St., Sycamore 899-5074 jbsworldfamouspizza.com

140 E. Adams St., Waterman 264-3736

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Sweet Treats & Bakeries Angie’s Sugar Buzz Bakery

1004 E. Church St., Sandwich • 786-7774

Aspen Leaf Frozen Yogurt

1015 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 517-0237

Baker’s Basket

125 E. Market St., Somonauk • 498-3494

Brenda’s Frozen Custard

205 S. Wells St., Sandwich • 570-2236 brendasfrozencustard.com

Chesapeake Bagel Bakery

122 S. First St. #1, DeKalb • 754-5211

The Confectionary

149 N. Second St., DeKalb • 758-5990 235 W. State St., Sycamore • 899-1616 theconfectionary.com

Dairy Joy

435 E. Lincoln Ave, Hinckley • 286-7701 dairyjoydriveinn.com

Elleson’s Bakery

344 W. State St., Sycamore • 895-4533 ellesonsbakery.com

La Michoacana Ice Cream Bar

(Located Just South of Huskie Stadium on Rt. 38) Visit us on the Web at www.fattyspub.com

162 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb

Latsis Bakery

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2205 Pleasant St., DeKalb • 748-7707 theneighborhoodbakeryanddeli.com

112 South Maple St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-4243 n

401 W. Main St., Genoa • 784-4334 latsisbakery.com

Ollie’s Frozen Custard

2290 Oakland Dr., Sycamore • 758-8222 olliessycamore.com

Polka Dot Bakery / Hidden Grounds Coffee Shop (inside Energym)

Where food & friends come together.

1715 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 764-9747 polkadotbakery.net

Princess Alexe’s Ice Cream

210 W. Elm St., Sycamore • 895-6111

Screamers Ice Cream Subs & More

Maple St. Salad

408 E. Comanche Ave., Shabbona • 824-8181

Sunshine Scoop Shoppe & Bakery LLC 818 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 758-4743 dekalbicecream.com

Sweet Dreams Desserts & Catering 1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 756-8150 sweetdreamdesserts.com

Teresa’s Bakery

Jambalaya

817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 754-0226

Tropical Sno

403 E. State St., Sycamore • 899-5601

815/756-1336 or 877/335-2521

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Calendar of Events January

February

January 1st – March 31st General Dutton’s America

February 5th Brad Paisley

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb Indoor farm show, featuring products and services available to manage successful farm operations from more than 200 companies. • niuconvo.com

DeKalb • NIU Convocation Center Country music superstar BRAD PAISLEY has announced the extension of his Country Nation World Tour presented

by KRAFT Cheese through March 2015.

Special guests on the tour will include Parmalee and The Swon Brothers. The show will start at 7:30pm and doors will open at 6:30pm.

January 29th , February 1st, 5th - 7th “A Skull in Connemara” NIU School of Theatre and Dance

February 12th - 15th “Lovers and Other Strangers” NIU School of Theatre and Dance

Huntley Middle School Auditorium DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

NIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

January 31st The Groundhog Gala

February 14th Gaelic Storm

Sycamore • sycamorehistory.org

January 7th-8th Northern Illinois Farm Show

Sycamore Midwest Museum of Natural History Annual gala! Dress up to the 9’s while enjoying the incredible exhibits, silent auction, and delicious food. • mmnh.org

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DeKalb • Egyptian Theatre egyptiantheatre.org

February 14th Team Dance Illinois State Championship NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

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February 19th - 22th, 26th - 28th “Awake and Sing!”

NIU School of Theatre and Dance Huntley Middle School Auditorium DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

February 22nd Monster Truck Show

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

March March 7th Arthur D. Montzka Memorial Concert Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra

DeKalb • NIU Boutell Memorial Concert Hall This concert will feature this year’s winner of the Arthur D. Montzka Young Artists Concerto Competition. • kishorchestra.org

March 7th 36th Annual Easter in the Country Craft Fair Sandwich • Three schools full of craft vendors. Shuttle service is provided. No strollers allowed. • sandwich-il.org

March 10th IHSA Boys Basketball Super Sectionals 1A/2A

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

March 12th - 15th,19th - 22th “9 to 5 The Musical” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

March 13th-14th IESA State Wrestling Finals

March 19th - 22th “The Comedy of Errors” NIU School of Theatre and Dance

NIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

March 24th Public Reception for Traditions Transfigured: The Noh Masks of Bidou Yamaguchi NIU Art Museum • DeKalb 6-8pm niu.edu/artmuseum/

March 24th – May 22nd Cross Influence in Japanese and American Popular Culture and Fine Art NIU Art Museum • DeKalb • niu.edu/ artmuseum/

March 26th - 29th, April 9th -11th “Red Noses” NIU School of Theatre and Dance Huntley Middle School Auditorium DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb

March 17th IHSA Boys Basketball Super Sectionals 3A/4A

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

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Calendar of Events March 28th Hop Into Spring

April 16th - 19th

“Senior Showcase Festival” NIU School of Theatre and Dance

Downtown DeKalb • Enjoy breakfast with the bunny and hop down to the Egyptian Theatre for a movie! • dekalb.org

NIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

March 31st Public Reception for Amerimanga!

Convention and Expression

April 23th - 26th “Spring 2015 Dance Concert” NIU School of Theatre and Dance

NIU Art Museum • DeKalb niu.edu/artmuseum/

April April 1st-30th Mega Big Fish Contest Month Shabbona • shabbonalake.com

April 4th & 5th Kennel Club of Yorkville Dog Show NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

April 15th Taste of Spring

Downtown Sycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with games, prizes, crafts, food, petting zoo, live music and family entertainment. discoversycamore.com

Huntley Middle School Auditorium DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

April 25th Diva’s Dish for Glidden Homestead DeKalb • gliddenhomestead.org

April 25th Magic Show

Cortland Community Park • cortlandil.org

April 30th, May 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 & 10 “Play On!” • Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

May May 1st & 2nd Community-Wide Garage Sales Cortland • cortlandil.org

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May 2nd Spring Concert: The Rite of Spring Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra

DeKalb • NIU Boutell Memorial Concert Hall • kishorchestra.org

May 3rd Cinco de Mayo

Sycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with live music and family entertainment. sycamorecincodemayo.com

May 8th & 9th NIU Commencement

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

May 26th Memorial Day Celebration

Somonauk • Center of Town. 10:00 am Memorial parade, water fights and barbeque pork chops. • vil.somonauk.il.us

June June 1st - September 30th Sycamore Farmers Market

Sycamore • Corner of Somonauk & Elm Street. Tuesdays 3pm to 7 pm. Featuring locally grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts. discoversycamore.com

May 10th, June 14th, July 12th, August 9th, October 11th Sundays at Sandwich Antique Show

June 4th – September 24th DeKalb Farmers Market

Sandwich • Monthly market of quality antiques and collectibles, crafts and garden held at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. sundaysatsandwichantiques.com

DeKalb • Van Buer Plaza Every Thursday. 10-2pm Featuring locally grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts. • dekalb.org

May 17th Opening Day – Open Barn

June 4th - August 6th Summer Concerts in the Park

DeKalb • Noon-4 pm. Tours of the Glidden Homestead historic site, blacksmith demonstrations, and tours of the barn.

Opening Day is the only day when the barn is open to the public • gliddenhomestead.org

Good Tymes Shelter • Sycamore Thursdays (Except Jume 25th) sycamoreparkdistrict.com

May 24th Antique Car Show & Flea Market

Sycamore • Downtown • ddjewelers.com

Sandwich • Sandwich Fairgrounds sandwichfair.com

May 24th -Oct. 25th Genoa Open Air Market

June 4th Ladies Night Out

June 4th - 7th, 11th - 14th “Monty Python’s Spamalot” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

Genoa • Corner of Genoa & Main Street 9am-2pm. Last Saturday of the each month genoamainstreet.org

June 6th Tractor Trot 5K

May 25th Memorial Day Ceremony at Ellwood House

June 6th & 7th Northern Illinois Art Show

DeKalb • ellwoodhouse.org

Malta • Lions Park • tractortrot.com

Sycamore • Court House Lawn • kval.us

May 25th Memorial Day Parade DeKalb • dekalb.org

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June 9th, July 14th, July 24th Summer on State

Sycamore • Free outdoor movie in downtown • discoversycamore.com

June 9th, July 14th, August 11th, Sept. 8th Tuesdays on the Town Sycamore • Tuesdays on the Town will feature a variety of family-friendly activities each month and the downtown businesses will be open late and featuring special offers. discoversycamore.com

June 9th-August 18th DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts

DeKalb • Hopkins Park Tuesdays at 8:00 pm (Except June 30th) dekalbparkdistrict.com

June 10th-13th Genoa Days

Genoa • Rides, games, food, bands and a parade • genoamainstreet.com

June 11th, 12th, 13th City Wide Garage Sales

Sycamore • City-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales throughout Sycamore. discoversycamore.com

June 12th & 13th More On 34

Sandwich • Statewide garage sale that extends along Illinois Route 34. Includes Leland, Somonauk and Sandwich. sandwich-il.org

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June 12th, 13th, 14th Malta Days

Malta • Soundstage, carnival, bingo, food and craft fair, beer garden & more. villageofmalta.net

June 20th Community Wide Garage Sales Hinckley • hinckleyil.com

June 26th-28th MS: Tour de Farms Bike Ride

NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

June 28th Rockin’ for Reptiles

Sycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History - Games, crafts, prizes, live music, tasty treats, and of course, live animals are all featured at this summer fest! • mmnh.org

July July 3rd-5th Kirkland Fourth of July Celebration

Kirkland • Parade, food, entertainment & fireworks. villageofkirkland.com

July 4th Fourth of July Celebration in Hopkins Park

DeKalb • Vendors, food, crafts, DeKalb Municipal Band Concert, and fireworks. dekalbparkdistrict.com

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July 4th Pokanoka’s Run/Walk

Shabbona • pokanokasrun.com

July 4th Fireworks Over Lake Shabbona Shabbona • Shabbona Lake shabbonalake.com

July 4th & 5th Freedom Days

Sandwich • 4th-Parade 10:00 start, 5thFreddom Run 5K/1Mile Walk/Run 8:00am start, Fireworks at dark - Sandwich Fairgrounds • sandwichparkdistrict.org

July 9th -11th, 16th -19th “Harvey” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

July 12th Biking with Beanzie

DeKalb • kishkiwanis.org/ biking-with-beanzie/bwb-general-info/

July 17th-19th 10th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend DeKalb • justmakeithappen-dekalb.com

July 18th-26th Kishwaukee Fest

DeKalb • Celebrate music all week long with concerts and other activities. Friday night is the twilight parade thru downtown DeKalb. • kishwaukeefest.com

July 18th Waterman Summerfest & Tractor Show

Waterman • Antique tractors, craft vendors, kids petal tractor pull and more. watermanlions.com

July 24th-25th Somonauk Summer Fest

Somonauk • Parade, cruise night, top entertainment, beer garden and more. somonauksummerfest.com

July 24th-26th Illinois Square Dance Convention

DeKalb • NIU Holmes Student Center

July 25th-26th Sycamore’s Turning Back Time Weekend

Sycamore • Saturday-Cruise night, free concert by Vintage Vinyl, Classic Car Cruise, food vendors, beer garden and 50’s themed contest. Sunday-Classic car show with over 1,000 cars. discoversycamore.com

July 18th Kingston Fest &Kardboard Boat Regatta Kingston • Kiddie Games, rides, craft, food, 5K run, and a regatta consisting of full size boats made entirely out of cardboard. Race on the Kishwaukee River at Kingston Township Park. villageofkingston.org/events

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Calendar of Events August August 2nd Art Fair & Ice Cream Social at Ellwood House

DeKalb • Join us for the combination Art Fair and Ice Cream Social from 9am-4pm.

Features 40 artist booths, tours of the Ellwood mansion, a concert, ice cream, and a concert by the DeKalb Municipal Band. ellwoodhouse.org

August 7th-8th Cortland Summer Fest

Cortland • Several live bands, beer garden and food vendors. • cortlandil.org

August 8th DeKalb County Barn Tour

DeKalb County • 9 am-4 pm. A self-driving tour of notable barn sites in DeKalb County with guided tours of each barn, photography opportunities, and family activities. • daaha.org

August 12th Pick’in in the Park

Kirkland • A night of music in the park. villageofkirkland.com

August 13th-16th Sycamore’s Steam Show & Threshing Bee

Sycamore • Taylor Marshal Farm, Antique farm equipment tractor-pull, food, music and Threshing Bee. • threshingbee.org

August 13th - 16th, 20th - 23rd “Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

August 15th Cruisin’ to Genoa

Genoa • Car show, fun, food, music, raffles, free movie. genoaareachamber.com

August 22nd Sycamore Block Party

Sycamore • Live music, beer and food garden in downtown Sycamore. discoversycamore.com

August 28th-30th DeKalb Corn Fest

Downtown DeKalb • Free admission, soundstage, carnival, food and beer garden. • cornfest.com

August 30th - September 1st Jonamac Orchard Opening Weekend

Malta • Pick your own apples, corn maze, petting zoo, baked pies & doughnuts and much more! jonamacorchard.com

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September September 5th NIU’s Opening Football Game DeKalb • Huskies vs. UNLV niuhuskies.com

September 5th-7th Maple Park Fun Fest

Maple Park • Soundstage, softball tournaments, car and motorcycle show and craft fair. villageofmaplepark.com

September 5th-6th Jonamac Scouting Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

September 9th-13th Sandwich Fair

Sandwich • Held every year since 1889, it is the oldest continuing county fair in the State of Illinois. • sandwichfair.com

September 10th - 12th, 17th - 20th “The Graduate” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

September 12th NIU Football Game

DeKalb • Huskies vs. Murray State niuhuskies.com

September 12th Ride Like An Egyptian

DeKalb • Egyptian Theatre egyptiantheatre.org

September 12th Wine on the Terrace at Ellwood House DeKalb • ellwoodhouse.org

September 12th-13th Cider Fest Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

September 13th 10th Annual Kite Fest

DeKalb • Corner of Lucinda and Kishwaukee Drive, NIU Campus. Stunt kites, dancing kites, food, and activities for the kids & family. dekalbcountycvb.com

September 19th-20th Apple Days Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

September 24th Fall Festival of Crafts Show

Sandwich • Oldest and largest craft fair in Illinois. Hundreds of vendors across three locations in Sandwich. • sandwich-il.org

September 26th-27th Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday Malta • jonamacorchard.com

October

October 2nd-3rd, 9th-10th, 16th-17th & 23rd-24th, 30th-31st Jonamac Orchard’s Haunted Maze

Malta • The 10 acre cornfield and 3 miles of winding pathways will take on a Halloween makeover. • jonamacorchard.com

October 3rd-4th Chicago Food Truck Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

October 9th-12th, 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-31st The Pumpkin Train Waterman • Pete’s Train • petestrain.com

October 10th-11th Antique Farm Equipment Show Malta • jonamacorchard.com

October 11th Cortland Fall Parade and Festival

Cortland • Parade, games, carnival, crafts and food vendors. • cortlandil.org

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Calendar of Events October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 29th-31st Amenti: Egyptian Theatre Haunted House

DeKalb • Featuring over 20 different scenes on 6 different levels. amenti.info

October 21st-25th Sycamore Pumpkin Fest

Sycamore • Historic downtown Sycamore is decorated with hundreds of carved and painted pumpkins, parade, craft shows, food vendors, carnival and more. sycamorepumpkinfestival.com

October 21st Downtown Trick-or-Treating

Downtown Sycamore • 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm discoversycamore.com

October 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 “Night of the Living Dead” Stage Coach Players Theatre DeKalb • stagecoachers.com

October 24th Creepy Crawly Halloween Party

Sycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History - Trick or treat at the Midwest Museum! Tons of games and candy, a grossology lab, live tarantulas and snakes, and prizes galore are sure to give a spook-tacular time! • mmnh.org

October 24th Halloween Walk

Sandwich • Trick or treat at downtown businesses. Spooktacular fun for the whole family. • sandwich-il.org

October 24th Spooktacular Trick-or-Treating

DeKalb • Bring the family to trick-or-treat, make a craft, and have a spooktacular time. 1pm-3pm • dekalb.org

October 25th Pumpkin Run 10K

Sycamore • discoversycamore.com

October 24th-25th Halloween Bash Malta • jonamacorchard.com

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October 31st-November 1st Pumpkin Demolition Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

November November 1st Barb Wire Sites Bus Tour

DeKalb • Noon-4 pm. 11 am & 2 pm: A guided bus tour of sites connected to the invention and manufacturing of barb wire in “The Barb City.” Registration required. Tickets include admission to Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. gliddenhomestead.org

November 7th & 8th Town-wide Retail Christmas Open House

Sandwich • Explore the antique shops and boutiques of Sandwich as they roll out their holiday wares. Refreshments served many shops offer extended hours. • sandwich-il.org

November 7th & 8th 36th Annual Christmas in the Country Craft Show

Sandwich • Three schools full of craft vendors. Shuttle service is provided. No strollers allowed. • sandwich-il.org

November 14th Cortland Turkey Trot 5K

Cortland • cortlandlions.com

November 14th – 30th Holiday Tours of the Ellwood House

DeKalb • Holiday tours of the Ellwood House Museum, check website for tour times and ticket prices • ellwoodhouse.org

November 20th-22nd Holly Days

DeKalb • Stroll store to store, enjoy free treats and discounts to kick off the holiday season. • dekalb.org

November 21st Waterman Gobbler Gallop

Waterman • gobblergallop5k.com

November 27th-28th IHSA State Football Championships DeKalb • NIU Huskies Stadium

November 28th Holiday Lights Train

Waterman • Pete’s Train • petestrain.com

December December 1st – 31st Festival of Trees

Sycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History • The Museum is all decked out with festive trees, decorated by local businesses and groups! • mmnh.org

December 3rd Winter Chocolate Walk

Sycamore • Indulge yourself with some sweet savings and make your holiday shopping a treat. • discoversycamore.com

December 3rd Santa Comes to DeKalb

DeKalb • Cookies, cocoa and caroling at the Egyptian Theatre help to celebrate Santa’s arrival at 7pm. • dekalb.org

November 20th Moonlight Madness

Sycamore • Beat black Friday and shop downtown Sycamore for great holiday finds! • discoversycamore.com

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Calendar of Events December 4th Walk with Santa

Sycamore • Parade with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves throughout Sycamore’s historic downtown district to the traditional Courthouse tree lighting. discoversycamore.com

December 4th-6th, 11th-13th, 18th-20th Santa House Sycamore • Court House Lawn discoversycamore.com

December 4, 5 & 6 Holiday Event at the Ellwood House Museum

DeKalb • Tickets $10 adult, $3 youth, under 6 free • ellwoodhouse.org

December 5th & 6th Holiday Lane Craft Show

Sandwich • Christmas shop for crafts and home business favorites at this annual show. sandwichparkdistrict.org

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December 5th & 6th Festival of Trees

Sandwich • Local businesses and organizations decorate Christmas trees that fill the lobby of the Best Western hotel in Sandwich. The site is truly breathtaking.

Santa will also make an appearance. sandwichparkdistrict.org

December 4th-6th Celebrate the Season Genoa • genoacc.com

December 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th Carriage Rides DeKalb Public Library • dekalb.org

December 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th Visits with Santa

DeKalb • 11:00 am to 2:00 pm • dekalb.org

December 6th & 7th A Sandwich Christmas

Sandwich • Enjoy a weekend packed with family friendly holiday activities including trolley tours of holiday lights, carriage rides, carolers, chestnut roasting, winter treats and more! Check the website for details. sandwich-il.org

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Our Communities

Cortland Since being incorporated in 1865, the Town of Cortland has been characterized by small hometown living in a warm community atmosphere. Celebrating 150 years. Visit us throughout the year for our annual town Garage Sales, Movie Night, Summer Fest, Festival and Parade, and Turkey Trot.

DeKalb DeKalb is home to Northern Illinois University and its 20,000-plus students. Explore our historic architecture, agriculture, museums, galleries, theatres, and enjoy national and local entertainment. Culture and arts thrive on campus as well as downtown with local artists and theatrical groups. Visit our enchanting and inviting historic downtown to shop, dine, sample hand-dipped chocolates and linger in Van Buer Plaza. Make memories at our funfilled annual events like Kite Fest, Corn Fest and Kish Fest. Shop, Eat, Play and Stay in DeKalb!

Genoa Make Genoa your destination for a great day in a historic community. We are easy to find at the intersection of Illinois Routes 72 and 23. Browse unique shops, choose from a variety of restaurants including a Victorian tea room, cafes, ethnic restaurants and taverns. Sample local wines, craft beers, visit the nature center, hike forest trails, canoe the Kishwaukee River or enjoy a round of golf.

Hinckley Southeast of DeKalb lies the Village of Hinckley, home of the Globetrotters first game and two time class 1A Girls State Champions. Small town living at its best, with its quiet tree-lined streets and wonderful home gardens. Come and visit us for great food, spirits, shopping and events throughout the year.

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Our Communities Kingston Kingston is a small town located along Route 72 in northern DeKalb County where every summer you can find boats made entirely out of cardboard being raced on the Kishwaukee River during Kingston Fest’s Kardboard Boat Regatta.

Kirkland Kirkland is rich in the small town American traditions. Come see us during our 4th of July celebration and experience the best fireworks in northern Illinois. Enjoy a game of disc golf, try skateboarding, or visit one of the most beautiful veteran’s memorials in the country, where each Memorial Day weekend we honor those who have served our great nation.

Lee The Village of Lee is located on the DeKalb and Lee County border. Our small town takes pride in our Scandinavian history.

Malta Come share in the Lincoln Highway’s wonderful heritage. Our seedling mile mural is a hand painted, unique work of art. The mural is located on the Historical Society’s Old Town Hall Museum at 127 North Third Street. It depicts the history of the first concrete mile of paved highway coast to coast. Our small town festival in June with big town attractions will feature free entertainment all weekend, a carnival, food vendors, car show and beer garden. Visit Jonamac Orchard September thru November for the corn maze and apples.

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Maple Park Maple Park is located on the edge of DeKalb County. It was founded in 1854 and named to reflect the many Maple trees growing in the area. Enjoy the many family-owned businesses, orchards and vegetable markets in and around the area. One event that draws many families to Maple Park is the Labor Day Weekend Fun Fest, complete with softball games, 5K run, crafts, parade and a huge display of fireworks.

Sandwich This “fair” city is home to the annual Sandwich Fair - the oldest continuing county fair in Illinois.

And this is also where you will find Illinois’ oldest and largest craft fair - The Festival of Crafts.

Stroll through the charming downtown with a bounty of antique, boutique and specialty shops.

Eat dinner at the Bull Moose, the famous rail dining car that was featured at the Columbian Exposition and transported Teddy Roosevelt from coast to coast during his 1912 political campaign. Experience present-day entertainment at the historic Sandwich Opera House. You’ll be amazed at the caliber of talent.

Shabbona Shabbona is home to Shabbona Lake State Park and Indian Oaks Golf Course located in southern DeKalb County, about halfway between Chicago and Rockford. Shabbona Lake State Park is a 318-acre man-made lake that is said to be the “Muskie Capital of Illinois.” It is the first and only lake in Illinois designed just for fishing. The 6.5 miles of wooded shoreline has five earthen fishing piers, a handicap-accessible fishing pier and is open year-round.

Somonauk The Village of Somonauk lies at the southern end of DeKalb County. Attend Somonauk Summer Fest July 24 & 25. Featuring Cruise Night, live entertainment, parade, 5K run, tractor pull, craft show, and kids play zone. Fun for the entire family.

Sycamore Sycamore is a warm, vibrant city full of suburban sophistication and historic charm. Experience our many annual events including Turning Back Time Weekend, Sycamore Film Festival and annual Pumpkin Festival. Take time to explore our museums and relax in our parks. Enjoy the beautiful 100-year old courthouse in the heart of the historic downtown business district or unique finds in our shopping district. We invite you to stay, shop, dine and enjoy our charming city. For more information, visit discoversycamore.com

Waterman This tranquil community is taking on a new look. Waterman is a village rich in agricultural and historical traditions located at Routes 30 and 23. Take a miniature train ride, enjoy the playground and skate park year around in Lions Community Park. Stop by our winery and vineyard and try some lively local wines. Join us for Summer Fest. Visit our local orchard, enjoy cider donuts, pick apples, or find the perfect pumpkin. Come back in November for the Lions Club Gobbler Gallop 5K race. Enhance your holiday traditions with a farm-fresh HOKA turkey. Waterman awaits to share its charm with you.

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815-756-4558 • dekalbharley.com www.facebook.com/dekalbhd Located on Peace Rd just north of I-88

Advertising Index Baymont Inn & Suites.................................... 38 Blumen Gardens............................................ 29 Castle Bank................................................... 23 Chicago Tiki & Golf...................................... 29 Country Inn & Suites..................................... 38 DeKalb Corn Fest............................................ 8 DeKalb Harley-Davidson............................... 62 DeKalb Park District...................................... 19 DeKalb Public Library.................................... 23 DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport................... 23 Ducky’s Formal Wear.................................... 31 Dynamic Tanning............................................. 8 Egg Haven Pancakes & Café........................ 42 Electric Limo.................................................... 9 Ellwood House.............................................. 15 Faranda’s......................................................... 5 Fatty’s Pub & Grille....................................... 47 Hampton Inn................................................... 2 Holiday Inn Express...................................... 38 Holmes Student Center................................ 35

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Arts NIU the

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Welcome Visitors and Area Residents! We invite you to the NIU campus to attend any of our numerous offerings in visual art, music, theatre and dance. Go to www.vpa.niu.edu/cvpa/events to view our current calendar of programs.

The NIU Art Museum (first floor, Altgeld Hall) contrasts the challenges of contemporary art with the riches of traditional visual media through rotating displays of exhibitions and related programming.

The Office of External Programs brings the talents and resources of the College to people in the community and region with workshops, conferences, lessons, summer camps, and other events.

The School of Art and Design hosts student and professional exhibitions in the Olson Gallery, 2nd floor, Arends Hall.

The School of Music presents 225 concerts and recitals each year ranging from classical to jazz, world music to experimental.

The School of Theatre and Dance presents over 100 days of theatrical programming from the new and avant garde to the great epochs and classical ballet.

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