Community Events Calendar
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
Grand Ribbon Cutting - Tacoverse
12:15 PM
Join us in welcoming Tacoverse to the DeKalb Chamber and business community with our Grand Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, August 20 at 12:15pm. Come check out their location right next to NIU’s campus and check out vast list of flavors to tickle your ...
Evanston's Living History
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Evanston's Living History is the story of a people paying a big price for rights and liberties that many of us take for granted; a community whose indomitable spirit influenced the conscience of a nation. Craig Dudnick’s presentation begins ...
Grand Ribbon Cutting - OnPath Realty Inc.
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Help us welcome OnPath Realty to the DeKalb Chamber and into their new office at their DeKalb Chamber Grand Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, August 26th at 5:15pm at their location 332 E. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb, IL 60115. They are growing into our community ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
Lightbeam Players Present Bake It Til You Make It
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
If you enjoy theatre, or cooking shows, or funny stories, you won’t want to miss this. Yolanda has always dreamed of becoming a celebrity baker. When she is given the chance to compete in the Baking Network original series "Bake It Till You Make ...
International Cheese Tasting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Some are smelly, some are sweet, but when it comes to cheese, flavor can’t be beat! Travel to the library for a sampling of cheeses from around the world. Ranging from bitter to sweet, subtle to pungent, cheeses display a variety of flavors ...
Intermediate ESL
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Improve your knowledge of English and become more comfortable speaking in everyday situations. Practice basic English grammar concepts in conversation, learning how to ask and answer questions, expanding your vocabulary, and learning to understand the ...
Campus Meets Community - An NIU x DeKalb Chamber Collaboration
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join the fun on NIU's campus at the Campus Meets Community - Block Party!
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
Sustainability Swap
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
It’s important to be responsible consumers and consider sustainability when we need new things. Our Sustainability Swap, monthly on the first Thursdays, allows you to trade in your lightly used clothing for someone else’s, as well as swap ...
After-hours Concert: Music of the West African Kora
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Sean Gaskell brings music of West Africa to the library in an after-hours concert that features the kora, a 21-stringed West African harp! Sean studied under the extensive instruction of Moriba Kuyateh and the late Malamini Jobarteh in Gambia, and ...
Sketchy Drawing Club
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Art helps us "stop, look, and listen" to our lives. Keeping a regular sketchbook makes room for us to do that in our busy lives--a practice that's good for us and ripples out to those around us. Join us for a fun, interactive time with illustrator ...
Men Supporting Men: Coffee, Conversation & Life After 50
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
☕ Men Supporting Men: Coffee, Conversation & Life After 50 ☕ Join us for a relaxed morning of FREE coffee, breakfast, and connection—no pressure, no judgment. Whether you’re a veteran, retired, working, or somewhere in between, this is a ...
Hygge ‘HOO-gah’ Happiness
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
“In Denmark, winters are especially long, yet Danish people are considered some of the happiest in the world. They embrace the dark winter months with the joyful practice of Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) meaning coziness, candlelight, nature, ...
Romance Book Club
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Prepare for swoon-worthy reads and lively conversations with fellow romance lovers! We meet each month to discuss our latest romantic read-- sharing thoughts, feelings, and favorite moments along the way. From steamy westerns and eerie sci-fi love ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
8 Countries in 1 Day
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Are you ready to travel the world from the comfort of your own library? Prepare for takeoff at our annual “8 Countries in 1 Day” event when we take you on a journey around the globe! Attend a Masquerade Ball in Italy, play Dinifri in Morocco, ...
Art in the Park
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Local artists will showcase their unique and diverse talents, offering you the chance to discover something new, celebrate local creativity, and support artists by purchasing pieces at a variety of price points. Free parking and admission. ...
NEW DATE, Grand Ribbon Cutting - Rock Valley Credit Union
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Come celebrate Rock Valley Credit Union opening their new local branch! This is a DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Grand Ribbon Cutting being hosted on Tuesday, September 9th at 12:15pm. This celebration will be at their temporary location: 2676 DeKalb Ave. ...
Ribbon Cutting - Children's Learning Center
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us in celebrating Children Learning Center joining the DeKalb Chamber! We will celebrate with a ribbon cutting at their location - 905 S. 4th St. DeKalb IL 60115 – on Wednesday, September 17th at 5:15pm. Please arrive early to participate in the ...
DeKalb Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and ...
An Evening of Classical Crossover Guitar with David Rogers
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Termed, ‘a prominent guitarist,’ by the New York Times and praised by The Washington Post for his ‘astonishingly florid’ improvisations, David Rogers presents an evening of Spanish music, Up-Tempo Latin, The Beatles, flashy settings of Pop Songs, music ...
Stone Soup Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost @ Huntley Park
4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
When King Ferdinand of Navarre decides he's ready to study, he convinces his three best bros that they should all hole up for three years without distraction. With the stage set all seems fine until a Princess and her posse show up. They are ...
Impact Local: A Guide to Running for Office
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join the DeKalb Chamber Foundation for an informative one-hour session featuring current elected officials and DeKalb County Clerk & Recorder Tasha Sims. Learn about roles such as city council, county board, park board, school board, and township, ...
Impact Local: A Guide to Running for Office
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join the DeKalb Chamber Foundation for an informative one-hour session featuring current elected officials and DeKalb County Clerk & Recorder Tasha Sims. Learn about roles such as city council, county board, park board, school board, and ...
Business Essential Skills Training Series - Are You Ready for the Holidays?
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Be at your BEST with the DeKalb Chamber Business Essential Skills Training Series! With this virtual training you will learn how to grow your presence during the holiday season and how to maximize the fun you and your team have this coming holiday ...
Afternoon Concert with Chris Prola
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Enjoy modern variations on classical composers as pianist Chris Prola plays pieces by Bach, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Liszt, Paganini, and more! To help transport us to a more classical time, Chris will perform dressed in traditional 18th century ...
Taste of the Town
Taste of the Town is a digital campaign celebrating our members who serve up delicious food and drinks in our community. The campaign runs September 29 – October 10 across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and our website.
Mutt Strut 5K (Dog Friendly Walk/Run) Fundraiser for Tails Humane Society
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Tails Humane Society for the 2025 Mutt Strut, where every step you take makes a difference for homeless pets in need! Whether you run or walk the 5k route, you’re supporting our mission to care for and find loving homes for animals. There is also ...
ATHENA Award Reception
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at the historic Egyptian Theatre for the annual ATHENA & Women of Accomplishment Award Reception, a special evening recognizing remarkable women making a difference in our community.
Student Art Show - Canvas of Courage (Date/Time TBD)
***Date/Time TBD. Check back for more details!*** This art show is meant to open up a conversation about suicide prevention among students and youth individuals. YOU Matter and we want to encourage a safe and judgement-free space for ...