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Cortland • DeKalb • Genoa

Hinckley • Kingston • Kirkland

Lee • Malta • Maple Park

Sandwich • Shabbona • Somonauk

Sycamore • Waterman

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DeKalb County

Scan with your smart phone to explore DeKalb County

Welcome to

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

Savor local cuisine while shopping 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.

So, whether you’re planning a family outing, a girls or guys night out, a nature escape or a romantic getaway, you’ll discover it in DeKalb County. Come and enjoy our “Contemporary Culture & Countryside Charm.” We look forward to your visit!

Debbie ArmstrongDebbie Armstrong, Executive DirectorDeKalb County Convention and Visitors BureauPromoting tourism in DeKalb County815/756-1336 • 877/[email protected]


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College of Visual and Performing Arts

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.

• The NIU Art Museum (first floor, west end of Altgeld Hall) contrasts the challenges of contemporary art with the riches of traditional visual media through rotating displays of thematic 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 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 program-ming from the new and avant garde to the great epochs and classical ballet.

To view events taking place while you are visiting and exploring DeKalb County, please go to www.vpa.niu.edu/cvpa/events. We look forward to seeing you!Northern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Printed by authority of the State of Illinois.

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The 2013 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 helping bring this

visitors guide to you:

The DeKalb County Board

The DeKalb County Economic Development Committee

Legislative Center200 North Main Street

Sycamore, IL 60178(815) 895-7189

www.dekalbcounty.org

Project Manager: Lisa Angel

Design & Layout: Allison LaPorta

Cover Photo: Lake Shabbona

Contributing Photographers: Discover Sycamore

Dynamic PhotographyNIU Convocation Center

Shaw 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.

40M 12/12

Welcome 3

Transportation 6

Group Tours 7

Historical DeKalb County 8-9

Arts & Attractions 12-13

Explore the Lincoln Highway 14

The Great Outdoors 16

Wineries 17

Sports & Recreation 18-20

Shabbona Lake State Park 21

Northern Illinois University 22-23

Shopping 24-29

Weddings in DeKalb County 30

Spas & Salons 31

County Map 32-33

Meetings & Events 34

Accommodations 36-37

Restaurants 41-47

Calendar of Events 48-58

Explore DeKalb County 59-61

Advertising Index 62

Table of Contents


DeKalb Taylor Municipal airporT3232 Pleasant St. • DeKalb, IL 815/748-2020 • [email protected]

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.

TransVac – Voluntary Action Center1606 Bethany Road • Sycamore815/758-3932

HuSKie buS lineVeolia Transportation 1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815/758-6900 • www.huskieline.com

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 75 cents (exact change only). Children under 5 ride free with an adult. Check their website for complete details on routes and times.

elburn Train SHuTTle1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815/758-6900 • www.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. Call for times.

City of DeKalb Green Line Bus Service1606 bethany roadDeKalb, IL815/758-3932

City of Sycamore Blue Line Bus Service 1606 n. bethany roadSycamore, 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.

Buses 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)

Transportation

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There is so much to do and see in DeKalb County. Come and stay for the day or better yet spend the night with us. We offer you a sample of the fun things that you won’t want to miss on our website. The possibilities are endless.

The DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau is available to assist with custom itineraries and locally- themed tours free of charge.

Welcome bags, coupon books, and maps are provided to guests along with other helpful information to make your visit more enjoyable.

Plan a day that starts out visiting a museum or attending a live theatrical performance. Enjoy a leisurely lunch and taste some of the local confections while enjoying the perfect glass of wine. Indulge in a little retail therapy in one of our historical shopping districts, drop by one of our Farmer’s Markets, or sample hand-dipped chocolates.

If you are looking to enjoy the great outdoors try a visit to an apple orchard, pumpkin patch or a corn maze. Enjoy a demonstration on how to make cider or that special apple pie. DeKalb County has many culinary delights that you can take home to remember us by.

Call us at 877/335-2521 today!

Group Tours Taxi Service STS815/899-1902

Limo ServiceBlue Sky Limousine815/787-9800

custom DeKalb o’Hare Limousine815/517-0614

Home James Limousine815/748-5466

Limo Bill Limousine815/739-4455

SOS Limos815/690-3967

Limo/Bus ShuttleN.I.C.E. Society 815/756-1263

Spare Wheels Transportation815-3100-BUS (287)

630-377-GOES (4637)


DeKalb Public Library309 Oak St., DeKalb756-9568 • dkpl.orgMon-Thurs 9am-9pm; Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm

Ellwood House Museum509 N. First St., DeKalb756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Gurler House205 Pine St., DeKalb 753-8473 • gurlerhouse.org

Historic Guided ToursMalta • 825-2330

Historic Self-Guided Tours DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau111 S. Second St., DeKalb 756-1336 • dekalbcountycvb.com

Joseph F. Glidden Homestead & Historical center921 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-7904 • gliddenhomestead.orgJune-Oct 2nd & 4th Sun 12pm-4pm; Tues 10am-2pm; or by appt.

Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society200 Park Avenue, Genoa748-5559Open 2nd Sunday of the month from 2pm-4pm; Weds 1pm-5pm; or by appt.

Malta Historical & Genealogical Society127 North 3rd Street, Malta825-2330 • by appointment

Marie Louise Olmstead Museum100 South Depot, Somonauk 498-3154 • prairienet.com/olmsteadTours by appt.

Memorial Park/Soldiers & Sailors ClockWWI memorial honoring veterans Northeast Corner of 1st & Lincoln Highway, DeKalb

Milan Township One Room School House8 Gabel Hall, NIU, DeKalb753-1241 • cedu.niu.edu/blackwellMon-Wed 12pm-4:30pm; Fri 12pm-4:30pm; or by appt.

NIU Regional History centerSwen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb 753-1779 • ulib.niu.edu/reghist

north Grove School26745 Brickville Road, [email protected] by appt. spring, summer, fall.

Northern Illinois Veteran’s MemorialFranklin Township Park, 3rd Street, Kirklandvillageofkirkland.com

Sandwich Historical SocietyStone Mill MuseumLafayette and Railroad Streets, Sandwich • 786-7936

Sandwich FairgroundsSuydam Road and Fair Wind Blvd.Sandwich • 786-2159

Historical DeKalb County

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Sandwich Opera House140 East Railroad Street, Sandwich 786-2555 • sandwichoperahouse.com Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm

Stone Mill Museum and the Sandwich Historical SocietyRailroad and Lafayette Street, Sandwich786-8141April-Oct Sunday 1pm-5pm or by appt.

Shabbona-lee-rollo Historical Museum119 W. Comanche, Shabbona824-2597Tues & Thurs 9am-3pm; Sat 9am-11am or by appt.

Sycamore History Museum Engh Farm1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore 895-5762 • sycamorehistory.orgTues-Sat 10am-3pm

Joiner History Room, DeKalb County Archive Sycamore Public Library103 East State Street, Sycamore 895-2500Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm

Waterman Area Heritage Society180 W. Lincoln St., Waterman264-3461 Sat 1pm-3pm; or by appt.

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Blackwell History ofEducation Museum andResearch Collections,featuring a One-Room Schoolhouse

Promoting interest in the Historyof American Education

The Learning Center, Gabel HallRoom 8 - Hours Vary

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NIU Art MuseumCounter-balancing Contemporaryand Traditional Art for anEye-Opening Look at Culture

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Group TransporTaTionIt’s not just where you’re going, it’s how you get there!

Comfortable Coaches, Extraordinary Service, Competitive RatesGroup Outings • Corporate Meetings • Schools / Field Trips • Weddings & Events

Call us for all your transportation needs:815-3100-BUS (287)630-377-GOES (4637)www.SpareWheels.com

Join our mailing list for all SFF updates!

Go to our website homepage and click on the link!”

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Free Wi-Fi Internet Availability DVD & Wii Rentals Notary Public Services Meeting Room Availability Legal Self Help DCNP Philanthropy Center Much More!

Anyone living in DeKalb can get a card!

309 Oak Street DeKalb, IL 815.756.9568 www.dkpl.org

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Campus Cinemas1015 Blackhawk Drive, DeKalb758-8562www.campuscinema.us

Carmike Cinemas Market 102160 Sycamore Road, DeKalb787-2739 • carmike.com

DeKalb Municipal BandHopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 758-6663dekalbparkdistrict.com

Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb758-1215 • egyptiantheatre.org

The House Café263 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 787-9547 • thehousecafe.net

Kishwaukee Symphony orchestraP.O. Box 310, DeKalb 756-3728kishorchestra.org

NIU Convocation Center1525 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb752-6800 • niuconvo.com

NIU School of MusicBoutell Memorial Concert Hall, DeKalb 753-1551 • niu.edu/music

NIU School of Theatre and DanceStevens Building and Gabel Hall, DeKalb • 753-1600niu.edu/theatre

Sandwich Opera House140 E. Railroad Street, Sandwich 786-2555 • sandwichoperahouse.org

Stage Coach Theatre126 South 5th Street, DeKalb 758-1940 • stagecoachers.com

Sycamore State Street Theater420 West State Street, Sycamore 895-2301 • sycamorestatetheater.com

Wow 7 Cinemas101 Duvick Avenue, Sandwich786-1999 • wow7.com

Theatres & Performing Arts

Arts & Attractions

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art attack215 W. Elm, Suite 202, Sycamore 899-9440 • sycamoreartattack.org

The Art Box308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-0313

Black Iris Gallery2300 East Church Street, Suite 1, Sandwich • 786-3131

Blue Moon BikesVintage Sting Ray Museum211 W. State St., Sycamore899-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association111 S. Second St., Ste. 204, DeKalb 756-8737 • daaha.org

DeKalb Area Women’s Center1021 State St., DeKalb758-1351

Ellwood House Museum509 N. First St., DeKalb 756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Gallery 215 north215 N. 4th Street, DeKalb 753-1473

Jack olson Gallery NIU Visual Arts Building, AB200 Art Gallery, DeKalb753-4521

Midwest Museum of Natural History425 W. State St., Sycamore895-9777 • mmnh.org

NIU Anthropology Museum Cole Hall, DeKalb 753-0230 • niu.edu/anthro_museum

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

NIU Blackwell History of Education MuseumThe Learning Center, Gabel Hall, Room 8, DeKalb 753-1236 • cedu.niu.edu/blackwell

NIU Regional History CenterSwen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb 753-1779

Sandwich Industrial Museum311 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-9075

Sandwich History Museum1730 N. Main St., Sycamore895-5762 • sycamorehistory.org

all area codes 815 unless noted

Galleries & Museums

www.stagecoachers.com

Theatre for the community by the community. Stage coach has been performing in the DeKalb area for over 65 years. Join us for our 66th 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.

126 South 5th St.DeKalb, IL 60115

(815) 758-1940


Lincoln HighwayExplore the

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

Corner of Lincoln Highway and Seventh Street, DeKalb

240 West Main Street, Genoa

127 North Third Street, Malta

302 Willow Street, Maple Park

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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Imagination

LIVE!

For our current production, contact the box office at 815-753-1600or visit www.niu.edu/theatre

Ellwood House Museum Home of the barbed wire baron Isaac Ellwood

This grand Victorian mansion brings the past to life! Guided tours showcase

the elegantly furnished home.

• 8 acres of grounds and gardens • Changing exhibits in the Visitor Center

• Meeting & special occasion rentals

Tours: Tuesday Through Friday at 1PM and 3PMSaturday-Sunday at 1PM, 2PM and 3PM

(Season March 1 - early December)

509 North First Street, DeKalb 815-756-4609www.ellwoodhouse.org

420 West State StreetSycamore, IL 60178

(815) 895-3549

www.sycamorestatetheater.com

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Farms & OrchardsCamelot Christmas Tree Farm16380 S. Somonauk Rd., DeKalb 756-6599

Honey Hill Orchard11747 Waterman Rd., Waterman 264-3337 • honeyhillorchards.com

Johnson’s Family Farm1765 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3752

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

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

Kuipers Family Farm1N318 Watson Rd., Maple Park 827-5200 • kuipersfamilyfarm.com

Larson’s Family Farm4404 Somonauk Rd., Sandwich 786-2249 • larsonfamilyfarm.com

Yaeger’s Farm Market14643 State Route 38, DeKalb 756-6005 • yaegersfarmmarket.com

Farmers Markets

DeKalb Farmers MarketEvery Thursday (June 6th-Sept 26th; Noon-6pm)Van Buer Plaza, Corner of North Second & Locust Street, DeKalb748-7788 • renewdekalb.com

Genoa Open Air Market Last Saturday of the Month (May 25th - Oct 26th; 9am-2pm)Corner of Genoa & Main Street, Genoa 784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

Hinckley Farmers MarketEvery Saturday (June 15th-Oct 26th; 9am-Noon)Hinckley Fresh Market, corner of Rt. 30and Somonauk Rd., Hinckley630-674-4069

Sycamore Farmers MarketEvery Sunday (June 2nd-Sept 29th; 10am-2pm)Corner of Somonauk & Elm Street, Sycamore895-3456 • discoversycamore.com

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

The Great Outdoors

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Acquaviva Winery47W614 Route 38, Maple Park630-365-0333 • acquavivawinery.com Tours by appt. Tastings: Tues.-Thurs. 11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-10pm, Sun. 12pm-8pm

Prairie on State Wine Cellars322 State Street, Sycamore991-5266 • prairiestatewinery.comTours by appointment Hours: Sun. 12pm-5pm, Mon.-Tues. Closed, Wed.-Thurs. 12pm-8pm, Fri.-Sat. 12pm-9pmJoin us for our Friday Night Wine Downs on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Prairie State Winery217 W. Main Street, Genoa784-4540 prairiestatewinery.comTours by appointmentHours: Sun. 12pm-4pm, Tues. 12pm-5pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am-5pm, Mon. Closed Join us for our Friday Night Wine Downs on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.

Waterman Winery & Vineyards11582 Waterman Road, Waterman264-3268 • sunsetwines.netTours by appt. Tastings: April - December Sat.-Sun. 12pm-4pm

WineriesBring your family out to

our 80-acre site.

Pick your own Apples and Pumpkins.

Visit the Barn Yard and Petting Zoo.

On the 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

www.JonamacOrchard.com


Aurora Sportsman Club, Inc. 7858 Preserve Road, Waterman264-3030 • aurorasc.org

Clifton Diving Ventures276 N. Cross St., Sycamore349-7574

DeKalb County LinersSycamore Park, Sycamore508-3610 • linersbaseball.com

DeKalb Park District Aquatic Center Hopkins Park1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb758-6663 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

DeKalb Park District Recreation Center1765 Sycamore Road, DeKalb758-7756 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

Four Seasons Bowling & Sports1745 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore 895-5125 • bowlfourseasons.com

Genoa Municipal Ice Rink (Winter Only)100 N. Genoa Street, Genoa784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

Genoa Township Park Pool & Recreation Center400 East 2nd Street, Genoa784-5612 • genoaparks.com

Hopkins Park Aquatic center1403 Sycamore rd. DeKalb758-6663 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

Katz Park Skateboard parkDresser Rd. & N. First St., DeKalb758-6663 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

Kishwaukee Family YMCA2500 W. Bethany Rd., Sycamore 756-9577

idle Hour lanes927 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-8257

Main Street Canoe RentalKishwaukee River, Genoa 784-5612 • genoamainstreet.org

Mardi Gras Lanes1730 Sycamore Road, DeKalb756-9411 • mardigrasbowl.com

natural resource centerRussell Woods Forest Preserve, Genoa • 784-2000dekalbcounty.org

NIU Huskie Athletics/NIU Convocation Center1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb752-6800 • niuhuskies.com

NIU Huskies Den Campus Entertainment center340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb753-1491 • huskiesden.niu.edu

Pete’s Train435 S. Birch Street, Waterman264-7753 • petestrain.com

Power Adventures325 Edward St., Sycamore991-5684 • poweradventures.org

Star Worlds Video Arcade1234 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-4599 • starworldsarcade.com

Recreation

Sports & Recreation

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Golf CoursesBuena Vista131 Buena Vista Dr., DeKalb 758-4812 buenavistagc.com

Edgebrook2100 Suydam Rd., Sandwich 786-3058sandwichgolf.com

Green Tree 200 Gurler Rd., DeKalb 758-5636greentreedekalb.com

Indian Oaks 603 E. Preserve Rd., Shabbona 824-2282indianoakscountryclub.com

Oak Club of Genoa11770 Ellwood Greens Rd., Genoa 784-5678 oakclubgenoa.com

Prairie Pines6236 Route 38, DeKalb 758-5249prairiepinesgolf.com

River Heights1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 758-1550riverheightsgc.com

Sycamore Golf Club940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3884sycgolfclub.com

Disc GolfPioneer Park Disc Golf CourseNorth Street, Kirkland 630-495-7500midwestdiscgolf.com

Prairie Park Disc Golf Course401 Clifford DriveDeKalb • 758-6663dekalbparkdistrict.com 1 1/4 miles East of Somonauk Rd. on Hwy. 38

(815) 756-6005www.yaegersfarmmarket.com

Open: Mid April - October 31Mon-Sat 9-5; Sun 11-5

Bedding Plants • Asparagus • Tomatoes Homegrown Bi-Color Sweet Corn Cucumbers • Zucchini • Onions

Squash (fall & summer) • Muskmelons • Gourds Peppers • Pumpkins • More

Homegrown and locally grown in-season fruits and vegetables.

Taste the difference!


Sycamore Community Park & pool940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3365sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Sycamore Family Sports Center725 E. State St., Sycamore 895-7407sycamorefun.com

Sycamore rV resort375 E. North Ave., Sycamore • 895-5590sycamorervresort.com

Sycamore Speedway50W086 Old State Rd., Maple Park • 895-5454sycamorespeedway.com

Windy City Soaring12637 Rt. 30 W., Hinckley286-7200 windycitysoaring.org


Adee’s Woods4106 Old State Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Afton Forest Preserve13600 Crego Road, DeKalbdekalbcounty.org

Chamberlain Park400 E. Second St., Genoagenoaparks.com

Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve4490 Preserve Road, Shabbonadekalbcounty.org

County Farm Woods2305 State Route 23, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

DeKalb/Sycamore TrailHopkins Park, DeKalbdekalbcounty.org

Harvey creek Conservation AreaLions Rd., Sandwich • 786-8044

Hopkins Park1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb

Knute Olson Jr. Forest preserve12595 Baseline Road, Kingston dekalbcounty.org

MacQueen park3640 Scout Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Merritt Prairie14401 Keslinger Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

P.A. Nehring360 Bethany Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Pioneer ParkRte 30 at the far west end of the village, Hinckley

Potawatomi State Park32199 Kirkland Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Russell Woods11750 State Route 72, Genoa dekalbcounty.org

Sannauk preserve15250 US Highway 34, Somonauk dekalbcounty.org

Shabbona lake State park100 Preserve Road, Shabbona815-824-2106 • shabbonalake.com

Somonauk Community Park470 S. Depot St., Somonauk

Sycamore lake rotary park 400 N. Cross St., Sycamore sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Wilkinson-Renwick MarshGlidden Road & Illinois Route 64, Kirkland • dekalbcounty.org

Great Western Trail • Peace Road Trail

Kiwanis Pathway Trail

DeKalb County Bike Trails

Parks & Trails

Sports & Recreation

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Shabbona Lake State Park

Lake Shabbona is featured on the cover of our visitor guide. It is a state park and attracts approximately 425,000 visitors to DeKalb county each year. It is one of the premier Muskie fishing destinations in Illinois. It’s easily accessible from the Chicago area via I-88. Visitors from the Northeast or Southeast, take IL Rt. 47 to US 30 West to Shabbona. For park or camping information call 815/824-2106 or visit http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/parks/R1/shabbona.htm.

Shabbona Lake has 1,550 acres of rolling prairie and features a 318.8 acre man-made fishing lake that is always fully stocked. There’s also Pokanoka’s Café, a Camp Store, and Lakeside Bait, Tackle & Boat Rental for added convenience. October is rent a boat all day and get one rental free. Pokanoka’s Café seats 60 indoors and also has outdoor seating as well as offering delivery on the water to those that are fishing.

The Lake is open year-round and offers a wide variety of family-friendly activities:

Camping Fishing tournamentsIce fishingHikingArchery deer huntingFirearm dove huntingPermit pheasant huntingBird watchingSnowmobilingCross-country skiing

For a complete calendar of events visitshabbonalake.com or call 815/824-2106


Northern Illinois University

Chartered in 1895, NIU 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 within seven colleges. The university also operates remote education centers, where working professionals can access NIU programs at convenient times and locations. From residential renaissance to technologically advanced learning and expanded wellness opportunities including: a new $80 million residence hall, renovation of 30 percent of on-campus housing, construction of an outdoor recreation complex, transformation of Fay-Cooper Cole Hall into a high-tech lecture hall and Anthropology Museum, and expansion of Wi-Fi and cloud computing. NIU is committed to making the university a top choice for high-performing students who desire an engaged learning experience. As a priority of its Vision 2020 Initiative, NIU set a goal to double its investment in merit-based scholarships to attract top students from across the state and beyond. NIU merit scholarship awards include University Scholars, Faculty Fund Scholars, Northern Academic Scholarships, Centennial Scholarships, and many more. Out-of-State Huskie Scholarships are also awarded to academically qualified students who exhibit strong academic performance and potential.

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At a Glance

• The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology is ranked among the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by U.S. News & World Report.

• The College of Education was named by U.S.

News and World Report to the 2012 Honor Roll for Online Graduate Education Programs. Only 14 programs in the nation were afforded that distinction.

• The College of Business is ranked a “Best

Undergraduate B-School of 2011” by BusinessWeek and has been ranked among the best business school each year since the publication’s rankings in 2006. In specialty areas, NIU ranked 3rd in the nation for ethics education and 19th in sustainability.

• U.S. News & World Report ranks the Northern Illinois University Master’s in Public Administration program in the top 10 in city management and public finance.

• NIU has been ranked in the top 4% of all

American universities by the Carnegie Foundation, having received the agency’s highest possible designation – “Doctoral/Research University Extensive.”

• NIU was named to the 2012 President’s

Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. To be admitted, a school must demonstrate that its students, faculty and staff are engaged in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community.

Northern Illinois University will host the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) state

football championships in odd-numbered years beginning in 2013 and running through 2021.

KIDSKIDS FIRST SPORTS SAFETY, INC.

June 10-13 Volleyball

June 17-20 Flag Football/ Cheerleading

June 24-27 *Swimming (10am -1pm)

July 8-11 Basketball

July 15-18 Tennis

$69 Camps: 6-8, 9-14 yr. olds, 9-12pm NIU Anderson Hall

Registration call Kids First630-257-5438

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Certified Coaches Teaching sports fundamentalsSatisfaction Guaranteed


Ace Hardware361 Sycamore Rd., Genoa 784-6004

Art’s Super Market29 N. Eddy St., Sandwich 786-6211 • artsfoodmarket.com

Blain’s Farm & Fleet 1300 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-1716

Brown’s County Market403 E. State St., Sycamore 895-2233

Camp Store4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona 824-2581 shabbonalake.com

casey’s General Store900 E. Market St., Somonauk 498-1938

country Market Convenience Food StoreRte 34 E., Sandwich 786-7776

cVS pharmacy1022 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0648 • cvs.com

Deals Nothing Over a Dollar2359 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-4443

Dollar General Store226 S. Somonauk Rd., Cortland 756-1726527 W. Main St., Genoa 784-9962122 Indian Springs Dr. #2, Sandwich 786-6496

Dollar Tree2060 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 785-7149 • dollartree.com

Duck Soup Coop129 East Hillcrest Drive, DeKalb 756-7044 • ducksoupcoop.com

Eggleston’s Pharmacy403 E. State St., Sycamore 895-2444

Grab n’ Go1210 E. State St., Ste. 7, Sycamore 991-5782

Gordon Hardware514 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4511 • gordonhardware.com

Hardware Hank210 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2050

Hickey’s Corner Store4201 State Hwy. 38, Malta 825-2724

Hinckley Fresh Market710 James St., Hinckley 286-7118

HyVee of Sycamore2700 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore 756-6174 • www.hy-vee.com

Inboden’s Meats, Ltd.1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb 756-5852

Jewel-Osco220 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore 895-5276

Kelley-Williamson Mobil Mart15 W. Lincoln Hwy., Cortland 815-756-3598

Kirkland Five Star Dollar414 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-2282

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Floral & Garden

Kirkland Quick Stop411 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3510

La Tiendita402 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-0493

Lehan Drugs1407 S. 4th Dr., DeKalb 758-0911

Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb 1224 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 756-4999 • dekalbmattress.com

Schnucks975 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 748-6200

Stop-N-Shop708 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-0724

Stop & Save4742 E. 2750th Rd., Sandwich 498-4351

Super $ Store327 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6610

Village Ace Hardware1015 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-8776

Walgreen’s1340 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-4609

Wisted’s Country Market102 S. Nokomis, Shabbona 824-2657

blumen Gardens403 Edward St., Sycamore 895-3737 • blumengardens.com

DeKalb Florist & Greenhouse2131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2705 • dekalbflorist.com

DeKalb Street Floral130 E. DeKalb St., Somonauk 498-1414

Duttons & Bows Floral & Gifts306 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2003

Everything Floral113 West Main Street, Genoa 784-2344

The Flower Peddler101 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-9446

Glidden Campus Florist917 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4455 • glidden-florist.com

Hinckley Floral950 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7400

Johnsons Floral & Gifts37 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-2151

Kar-Fre Flowers1126 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6558

Myers Lawn & Garden247 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-3920

Sandwich Floral206 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-2135

Spino’s Garden Center18663 E. County Line Rd., Maple Park 827-4444

Stran’s Garden center1070 E. State St., Sycamore 895-8233

Wild Thyme Herb Garden438 W. Main St., Genoa 784-4237 wildthymeherbgarden.com

Rare Finds & Specialty ShopsA Perfect Silhouette866 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 517-0617

Arcadia Discount Books203 East Locust Street, DeKalb 756-4738 • arcadiabooks.net

The Art Box308 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 758-0313 • dekalbgallery.com

Ax-In-Hand Guitar Specialist817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8898

babs and coco’s Tea Emporium818 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb756-8320

The Bait Shop4778 US Highway 30, Shabbona 739-4522

Barnes Woodcraft204 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2774

Becky Beck’s Jewelry303 East Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb 758-3800beckybecksjewelrystore.com

Bee Designs Embroidery & Screen Printing24637 Esmond Rd., Malta393-4593 • beedesigns.biz

blue Moon balloon co.127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-4300 • bluemoonballoonco.com

Blue Moon Bikes Cycle & Fitness211 W. State St., Sycamore895-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

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


Bridget’s Kid Closet1132A Pleasant St., DeKalb756-1222

Cattywampus/MCR Framing228 W. Main St., Genoa784-9595

Carter’s Cottage209 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 754-9700carterscottageinteriors.com

The Carving Shop645 E. LaSalle St., Somonauk 498-9290 • thecarvingshop.net

Cassie’s Popcorn StandVan Buer Plaza, Corner of 2nd and Locust, DeKalbCorner of State and Maple, Sycamore

Catholic Gift Store770 N. Peace Rd., DeKalb787-8247 • thecatholicgiftstore.com

center Street clay218 W. Center Street, Sandwich 570-2030 • centerstreetclay.com

Christian Connection337 W. State St., Sycamore 899-3262

Classic Books115 N. 1st. St., DeKalb 748-3406

The Clock Shoppe330 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6488

College Bound Thrifts122 E. Hillcrest, DeKalb748-1500

The Confectionary149 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 758-5990 • theconfectionary.com235 W. State St., Sycamore899-1616

The corner cobbler404 W. Railroad St., Kingston 784-4452

Country Emporium32 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-3017

Country Store Thrift Shop659 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2378

Cracker Jax118 N. 3rd St., DeKalb 758-8178

CR Spot128 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 517-0169

D&D Jewelers303 W. State Street, Sycamore 895-3377 • ddjewelers.com

Decades235 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0309 • decadesdekalb.com

De’esse Scent Shoppe & Boutique321 W. State St., Sycamore 899-9977

Diamond Tour Golf203 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-2649 • diamondtourgolf.com

Ducky’s Formal Wear112 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb754-7703 • duckysformalwear.com

Embroidery Sew Into It201 West Main Street, Genoa 904-0059 • embroiderysewintoit.com

Encore Clothing132 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-3113 • encoreclothing.com

Ewe and Me Fiber Studio37 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6051 • eweandmefiberstudio.com

Express Yourself 147 N. Second Street, #3, DeKalb 517-1783 • expressyourselfmama.com

Family Health Center1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-8151 • askfamilyhealth.com

Farmer’s Daughter303 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6370

Franklin’s Frames and Art423 N. Main St., Sycamore895-8232 • franklinsframesandart.com

The Garden Market558 & 560 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore thegardenmarket.com

Glass Gardens215 West State Street, Sycamore 895-6037 • glassgardens-inc.com

Gold & Silver Shop407 W. State St., # 3, Sycamore 756-6567

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

Hardanger Hus134 West Hardanger Gate, Lee 824-2453

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Out On A Whim offers professional tattoo and body piercing at affordable prices.

• We are licensed by the State of Illinois and fully insured.

• 20,000 pieces of body jewelry

• Thousands of tattoo designs to choose from

127 E. Lincoln Hwy. • DeKalb, IL 60115(815) 754-4300 • whimbodyjewelry.com

For Information815-748-1631

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Hirschbein Trophies & Engraving202 S. California St., Sycamore 895-9137

Herbal Embers161 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-3440

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor423 N. Main St., Sycamore899-3435 • huckleberryspetparlor.com

Josie’s Antiques15454 II Route 38, Maple Park 756-1920

Kid Stuff149 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-7683

La Di Da Boutique708 E. Railroad St., Ste. 1, Sandwich 786-6560

Lakeside Bait, Tackle & Boat Rental4100 Bluebird Lane, Shabbona 824-2581

Laughing Cat Antiques Shop415 W. Main St., Genoa 784-3000

Lavish Thrift153 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-3747 • lavishthrift.com

Made Just for You Gifts, Inc.338 W. State St., Sycamore895-8122

Mae’s Fine Designs145 1/2 Cedar, Waterman 349-7494

Mandeelees Accessories/Shaynster’s113 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6054

Me & My Sister250 E. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman 264-3542

Moon and Star, Ltd.37 S. Main Street, #3, Sandwich 786-7074 • moonandstarltd.com

Moxie230 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-7584 • shopatmoxie.com

Mr. G’s Music360 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3980

My Favorite Things249 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-2101 • myfavoritethingsdekalb.com

Nathan Winston Services132 N. 3rd St., DeKalb 758-4545 • nathanwinston.com

New Game in Town811 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 517-0003 • newgame-intown.com

No Strings Attached 248 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb793-2115

North Central Cyclery, Inc.534 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2403 • northcentralcyclery.com

Offworld Designs624 W. Center St., Sandwich 786-7080


Olde Timers Antique Centre131 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6430 • olde-timers.com

on board Games 811 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 713-4871

Out on a Whim127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb754-4300 • whimbodyjewelry.com

The Paperback Grotto157 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8061

Paulsen Appliance & Electronics245 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6373 • paulsenappliance.com

Paw Lickin’ Good Treats2684 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 758-8300 • pawlickingoodtreats.com

Peddler’s Den/Creative Design115 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-3429

The Picket Fence29854 Oak Meadow Dr., Kingston 784-8428

The Primitive Chick223 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 758-6020

Proton Tattoo Studio120 South Fourth Street, DeKalb 756-1800 • protontattoo.com

Poc’s Music625 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-0402

Poppy Seed Primitives316 W. Main St., Genoa784-4212 • poppyseedprimitives.com

Quilter’s Heart603 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-6066

RB Designs140 South 2nd St., DeKalb756-6299

The Red Geranium/Bittersweets128 South Main Street, Sandwich 786-3235

Ruffled Nest113 S. California St., Sycamore arufflednest.com

Sandwich Antique MarketSandwich Fairgrounds1401 Suydam Rd., Sandwich 786-3337 • antiquemarkets.com

S.O.A.S. Apparel & Design147 N. 2nd St., DeKalb756-9910 • soasdekalb.com

Screwball’s T-Shirts & Signs125 E. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman 264-7753

Serendipity1325 E. State St., Sycamore serendipityholistic.com

S.I.S. Shop In Style308 W. State St., Sycamore761-9090

Small Town Skate Shop229 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-5555 • smalltownskates.com

Speciality Gifts by Brenda133 W. Main St., Genoa 784-4964

STOMP Shoes, Boots and Accessories307 W. State Street, Sycamore 991-5680 • stompshoes.com

Superior Diesel, Inc.350 W. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman 264-3581 • superiordiesel.com

Sweet Earth341 W. State Street, Sycamore 895-3011 • sweetearthjewelry.com

Sycamore Antiques320 W. State St., Sycamore 895-4720 • sycamoreantiques.com

Treasures past & present13 N. Main St., Sandwich 570-2428

Treasures Old & New Antiques & Two Guys Antiques358 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7921

Two Sisters Then and Now316 S. Main St., Sandwich786-1555

Two Feet & Under11001 E. County Line Rd., Maple Park 757-8328

Vicki’s Corner Treasures101 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-8080

Victoria’s Crossing220 W. Main St., Genoa 784-2868

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Wine & SpiritsAmerican Liquors 159 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 756-2223

Bacaba320 W. Church St., Sandwich • 786-6386

County Liquor625 E. State St., Sycamore • 895-6062

D & J Package Liquors272 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley • 286-3223

DeKalb Liquor Mart1352 E. Dresser Rd., DeKalb • 764-2700

Depot Liquors524 N. Main St., Sycamore • 899-6300

Genoa Liquors540 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Genoa • 784-9780

L & B Liquors265 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore • 899-1402

Lundeen’s Discount Liquors1030 Arcadia Dr., DeKalb • 756-25901760 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 899-1231

Main Street Liquors201 W. Main St., Genoa • 784-5517

Prairie on State Wine Cellars322 W. State St., Sycamore • 991-5266

Prairie State Winery217 W. Main St., Genoa • 784-4540

Thirsty Liquors1039 W. Hillcrest, DeKalb • 758-2337

Vintage Vibe117 S. Main St., Sandwich • 786-2845

Welcome Home Country Shoppe409 E. Church St., Sandwich • 786-7788

Westbound Leather4766 E. 2351st Rd., Somonauk498-4471 • westboundleather.com

Whatever Resale125 South Fourth Street, DeKalb 756-4849

Wild Thyme Herb Shop438 W. Main St., Genoa784-4237 • wildthymeherbgarden.com

Specializing in custom quality embroidery and screenprinting of

apparel such as embroidered company logos and lettering for businesses, schools, events, clubs or individuals.


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 comfy 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, on-site 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!

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Amanda’s Spa & Beauty Services852 S. 4th St., DeKalb 748-5887 • amanda-spa.com

Dana’s Day Spa203 E. Locust St., DeKalb739-0446 • danasdayspa.com

Diane’s 5th Street Studio504 South 5th St., DeKalb 758-3355

Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa2525 Bethany Rd., Sycamore756-1414 • dolcevitasalon.biz

Hair Affair Salon & Spa806 DeKalb Ave. #3, Sycamore899-4247 • hairaffairspa.com

Hair Cuttery230 W. Peace Rd., Suite 104, Sycamore • 899-7972 927 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb787-6800

Hair Productions Salon & Spa1715 DeKalb Ave.,Sycamore899-8012

MJ’s Hair at Last Salon127 S. Sacramento St., Ste. #6, Sycamore895-2600 • mjshairatlast.com

Pro Nails1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-9000

Salon Atelier326 W. State St., Sycamore 991-9174

Salon Suites of Sycamore127 S. Sacramento, Sycamore 739-3159 • salonsuitesofsycamorellc.com

Stephen Alan Salon2030 Baron Dr., Sycamore895-3339 • stephenalansalon.com

Studio One Salon & Spa1007 N. 1st St., DeKalb 758-4508 • studioonesalonspa.com

Tranquil Therapies1770 West State St. #A, Sycamore 899-7900 • tranquiltherapies.com

Unique Concepts Salon1963 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore754-5520

Volume Salon1170 DeKalb Ave., Ste. 105, Sycamore991-5724

Spas & Salons

147 N. Second St. in Downtown DeKalb

(815) 756-7788

Exquisite salon and spa services for both men and women.

Up-scale cuts • Colors / highlights

Perms • Pedicures and manicures

Spa treatments • Waxing of all types

Facials for all skin types

Swedish massage • Deep tissue massage

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1007 N. First Street • DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-4508

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NIU Altgeld Hall (up to 500)Corner of College Ave. & Castle Drive753-1999 • niu.edu

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

Best Western DeKalb Inn & Suites (up to 220)1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8661 • bestwestern.com/dekalbinnsuites

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

Chapel in the Pines Wedding and Banquet center(up to 150) 15265 Quigley Road, Sycamore 895-4797 • chapelinthepines.com

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

Kishwaukee College Conference Center (up to 285)21193 Malta Rd., Malta 825-2086 ext.2101kishwaukeecollege.edu/conferencecenter

Jane Fargo Hotel & Banquet Hall (up to 350)355 W. State Street, Sycamore 895-6789

NIU Convocation Center (up to 10,000)1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb752-6800 • niuconvo.com

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

The Regale Center (up to 200)124 1/2 California St., Sycamore 508-8008 • rcsycamore.com

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

South Pointe Center (up to 425) 200 Gurler Rd., DeKalb 758-5636 • southpointegreens.com

St. Mary’s Memorial Hall (up to 350)322 Waterman St., Sycamore895-3275 • stmarysycamore.com

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

University Plaza (up to 500)900 Crane Dr., DeKalb 800-685-2755conferencesatuplaza.com

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Baymont Inn & Suites1314 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb815-748-7100 and 1-877-bayMonTbaymontinns.com53 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry

Best Western DeKalb Inn & Suites1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 815-758-8661 or 800-WESTERN(937-8976) bestwestern.com/dekalbinnsuites95 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 220Amenities: Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Sauna, Pet Friendly*, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry

* Some restrictions apply for pets. Please call individual properties.

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson1450 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore • 815-895-8686 or 800-456-4000 • countryinns.com 73 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 10Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry

DeKalb Motel1815 East Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 815-756-541120 guest rooms Amenities: Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access

Holiday Inn Express1935 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 815-748-7400 or 800-HOLIDAY(465-4329) ichotelsgroup.com69 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 40Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center

Accommodations

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Jane Fargo355 W. State St., Sycamore815-895-6789 or 800-937-8106 • janefargohotel.com39 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 350Amenities: Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Banquet Facilities, Mitchel Lounge,Wi-Fi Access

Motel 61860 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore815-899-6500 or 800-4-MoteL6motel6.com51 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 10Amenities: Fitness Center, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry

NIU Holmes Student CenterCorner of Carroll & Lucinda, DeKalb815-753-1444 • niu.edu/hsc78 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 2200Amenities: Handicapped Accessible, Compact Refrigerator & Microwave in all rooms, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry

Parkside Bed and Breakfast203 e. Roosevelt, DeKalb • 815-787-9526parksidebedandbreakfast.comAmenities: Breakfast included, kitchenette, walk-in shower, Wi-Fi Access

Quality Inn 1475 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore 815-895-4979 or 800-4CHoICe(24-6423) qualityinn.com/hotels/il29158 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Spa/Sauna, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center

Super 8 DeKalb800 W. Fairview Dr., DeKalb 815-748-4688 or 800-800-8000 • super8.com44 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 30Amenities: Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Guest Laundry

travel Inn1116 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 815-756-3398 or 800-578-7878 • travelodge.com106 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 80Amenities: Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access

RV & CampgroundsShabbona Lake Campground4201 Shabbona Grove Road, Shabbona815-824-2565shabbonalake.com

Sycamore RV Campground375 e. North Ave., Sycamore 815-895-5590 sycamorervresort.com

Walcamp in Kingston 32653 Five Points Road, Kingston815-784-5141 • walcamp.org


340 Carroll Avenue • DeKalb, IL 60115Banquets, 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.

Northern Illinois University Holmes Student Center Hotel & Conference Center

Hotel: (815) 753-1444 [email protected] www.hsc.niu.edu/hscBanquets: (815) 753-1744 [email protected] www.hsc.niu.edu/hsc

Hometown Hospitality Indoor Heated Pool

Wireless High Speed InternetGuest Laundry

Complimentary Breakfast Meeting Facility

Complimentary NewspapersStandard Rooms And

Suites Available

1314 W. Lincoln HighwayDeKalb, IL 60115

815-748-7100 or 1-877-BAYMONTwww.baymontinns.com

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Located in beautiful historic downtown Sycamore, IL

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al’s bbQ ShackCorner of Fourth St. & Grove St. DeKalb (seasonal)

Bar-B-Que ExpressCorner of Cherry St. and Rt. 34, Somonauk, 630-546-9896

Brenda’s Breakfast Basket & Catering9 N. Main St., Sandwich 786-2820

Brickhouse Fine Food & Spirits108 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-1998 • brickhousefinefood.com

brother’s restaurant & Lounge512 E. Church St., Sandwich786-2133

buster’s1150 S. Fourth Street, DeKalb756-5100

Cabana Charley’s Tiki Bar and Grill1470 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore899-8454 • ccsycamore.com

Café 900900 Crane Drive, DeKalb758-0666

Chick’N Shack265 W. Peace Road, Sycamore895-2442 • chicknshack.com

Christo’s Family Restaurant682 Park Ave., Genoa 784-5568

Country Kitchen105 W. Market St., Somonauk498-3585

Corner Grill on Main137 West Main St., Genoa 784-2233 • corner-grill.com

country Store and Catering 456 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-2333 • countrystorecatering.com

Crumpet’s Tea Room221 West Main Street, Genoa784-6121 • crumpetsillinois.com

culver’s1200 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore899-0200

Dairy Dogs675 E. State St., Sycamore 899-2443

Dairy Joy435 East Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7701

Eggsclusive Café265 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore899-EGGS

Egg Haven Pancakes & Café2562 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-1200

Flamingo Restaurant and Ice Cream Mexican Cuisine1029 Pleasant Street, DeKalb815-901-0049 • 815-901-0055

Flappy’s Pancake House1460 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-0700 • flappyspancakehouse.com

Flippin Eggs831 South 4th St., DeKalb 754-6900 • flippineggs.com

Gene’s Carry Out, Inc.125 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6513

Genoa Café233 West Main St., Genoa784-6647

Giordano’s of Sycamore1840 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-2999 • giordanos.com

Hillside Restaurant121 N. 2nd St., DeKalb 756-4749 • hillsiderestaurant.com

American

Restaurants


The Hinckley Café116 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley286-9274

The House Café263 East Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-9547 • thehousecafe.net

The Huddle817 West Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-8899

Hy-Vee2700 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-6174 • hy-vee.com

Inboden’s Meats., Ltd., & Catering1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb 756-5852 • meatplace.com

Johnny’s charhouse1950 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-1155 johnnyscharhouseonline.com

Johnny K’s125 Duvick Ave., Sandwich 786-3088

Junction Eating Place816 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-5441 • junctioneatingplace.com

Just Doing Wonderful Barbecue (JDWB)1180 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 517-0774 justdoingwonderfulbarbecue.com

Karshones Hometown Kafe302 E. Van Buren St., Malta825-9009

Kirkland Family Restaurant507 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3531

Kountry Kitchen114 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona824-8404

Lincoln Inn Family Restaurant240 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-2345 • thelincolninn.com

Lothson’s Karry Out Chicken644 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-4303

lukulo’s890 Pappas Drive, DeKalb 758-5853 • lukulos.com

Main Street Café Family Restaurant351 N. Main St., Sycamore895-3663

Mitchel Lounge355 West State St., Sycamore 895-8172 • janefargohotel.com

Nat’s On Maple112 S. Maple St., Sycamore895-4243 • natsonmaple.com

Nel’s Catering116 S. Depot St., Somonauk 498-3678

260 East Lincoln Highway • DeKalb, IL

815/748-0000www.olearyspubandgrill.com

OpEn 7 Days a wEEK at 11 a.m.

private Banquet Rooms Groups 25-125

Large Groups welcome

Catering available Dine-In • Carry Out

Come join us for some truly authentiC mexiCan Cuisine.

Cecina estilo Guerrero, sopa azteca,handmade tortillas, fresh table-side Guacamole

We have over 380 tequilas & Great margaritas

Celebrating next year 20 years in business

experience our banquet room that seats up to 130 people.

have our catering services for your next party.

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


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EthnicAcquaviva Winery47W614 Route 38, Maple Park; 630-365-0333 acquavivawinery.com

Alessandria Italian restaurant2100 Suydam Rd., Sandwich 786-8392 • sandwichgolf.com/dine.htm

Bea’s Wok ‘n Roll1402 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 756-1660 • beawoknroll.com

Burritoville1026 Hillcrest Drive, DeKalb 756-8848

China House1900 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 748-0032

China Inn 630 Plaza Dr., Sycamore 899-1188 • chinainn.info

China One131 S. 4th St., DeKalb 756-9102 • chinaonedekalb.com

China Wok540 E. Main St Ste 4, Genoa 784-9688

Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant214 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2677 • eduardosdekalb.com

El Burrito Loco185 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-6060

Fushi Yami Hibachi n’ Sushi 822 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-8868 • fushiyami.com

O’Leary’s Irish Restaurant260 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-0000 • olearyspubandgrill.com

Page Street Diner112 E. Page St., Sycamore895-5505

Picket Fence135 Main St., Sandwich786-8648

Pita Pete’s, Inc.901 T Lucinda Avenue, DeKalb758-3012 • pitapetes.com

pokanoka’s restaurant4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona824-2481 • shabbonalake.com

rammy’s Sub & pub870 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 787-3778 • rammyssubs.com

Riccardi’s 418 West State St., Sycamore 991-2200 • riccardisredhots.com

Robert’s Drive Inn227 Sycamore Rd., Genoa784-3425

rumour’s (inside the American Legion)203 Main St., Maple Park827-3536

Sam’s Family Restaurant11 W. North Ave., Cortland756-5665

Shark’s Fish and Chicken901 Lucinda Avenue, DeKalb 758-6600

Shawn’s 204 Somonauk St., Sycamore 895-5282

The Silverspoon Restaurant740 E. Market St., Somonauk498-1022

Sorrento’s 50W187 Rt 64, Maple Park895-5466 • sorrentosranch.com

South Moon bbQ146 E. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley286-7229

Star 34 Family Restaurant336 W. Church St., Sandwich786-9898

State Street Pizza1001 W. State St., Sycamore895-1282

The Sycamore Café1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore899-8070

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore756-8150 • sweetdreamdesserts.com

Sycamore Parkway Restaurant605 E. State St., Sycamore895-6700

Tom & Jerry’s215 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-1675 tomandjerrysdekalb.com1670 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore895-4420 sycamoretomandjerrys.com

Tommy O’s Family Restaurant197 S. Sacramento St., Sycamore 895-9326

Village Courtyard120 Market St., Somonauk498-2414 • thevillagecourtyard.com


Golden Thai Jasmine251 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-2800 • goldenthaijasmine.com

East China Buffet2350 B Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 754-9888

Great Wall901 #M Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-5635 • greatwalldekalb.com

Haru of Japan3206 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 517-0098

los rancheros2350 #A Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-2200

Mediterraneo122 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8450 • mediterraneodekalb.com

panchero’s2672 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 517-0124 • pancheros.com

Ren’s Chinese Restaurant310 E. State St., #10, Sycamore 899-8883

Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant624 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 756-1201 • rositas.com

Santa Fe Restaurant132 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6737 • santaferestaurant.net

Sycamore Burrito Express1615 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-3123

Tacos Salsas Y Carnitas1021 W. Hillcrest Dr., Ste A, DeKalb 787-6898

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

Taqueria Bravo528 E. Main St., Genoa 784-5902

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

Thai Pavilion131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-6445 • thaipavilionskokie.com

Yen Ching810 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2007

Bar & Grill Brown’s Pub200 Somonauk Rd., Hinckley 286-3329

Bull Moose Bar & Grille202 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-8002 • bullmoosebar.com

Coop’s Bar & Grill101 Viking Dr., Lee 824-8405

Cub & Spank’s, Inc.113 N. Maple St., Sycamore 895-4015

DeRailed48 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-7700

Don’s olde Tyme inn109 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-9700

Fat Boyz Pub & Grille332 W. State St., Sycamore 991-5195

Fatty’s Pub & Grille1312 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-7737 • fattyspub.com

Five Points Pub105 S. Main Street, Kingston 784-3500

Hill’s Tap319 W. Main St., Genoa 784-5982

Hink’s Bar & Grill123 S. California St., Sycamore 899-9990

Hometown Sports Bar & Grill241 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 217-3325 • hometownsportsbar.com

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Sycamore, ILSycamore, IL

COME IN. RELAX. YOUR SEAT IS WAITING. T i k i B a r & G r i l l

815-899-8454 1470 S. Peace Rd. Sycamore, IL

(RTE 23 & Peace, Next to Country Inn & Suites)

Cabana Charley’s offers a wide variety of delicious food to satisfy every taste. From our jambalaya to the rancho grande burger

& our kids meals, we’re sure to have just what you’re craving!

Banquet Room

Available

Open Daily at 11 am

Family Friendly with 3 HD TVs & the area’s largest HD jumbo screen for you sports fans.

Enjoy our famous rum buckets under a unique tropical setting.

Find our menu online at CCSYCAMORE.COM

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Houlahan’s Tavern & Grill208 Lincoln Highway, Waterman 264-3333 • houlahanstav.com

J&K Half Moon Tavern120 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7303

Joker’s Bar & Grill530 N. Main Street, Sycamore 895-4488

Karlsbad Tavern413 West Main St., Genoa 784-6336

Kelly’s Pub & American Grill14 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-3632

KJ’s Tap & Grill518 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 748-2577

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

Lord Stanley’s Annex142 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-9031

Lost Mine1745 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-5125

Maple Park Pub & Grill221 N. Main St., Maple Park827-3452

Molly’s Eatery & Drinkery1000 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 815-517-0335

MVP Sports Bar & Grill122 S. California St., Sycamore 895-1888 • mvpsycamore.com

pJ’s courthouse Tavern & Grille202 W. State St., Sycamore 895-9253 • pjscourthousetavern.com

pour House pub103 East Railroad St., Kingston 784-5700

Pub West Pizza100 W. Adams Street, Waterman 264-3637

Rambo’s Bar & Grill130 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-9514 • rambosbar.com

Ski’s All American Pub1001 W. State St., Sycamore 899-9018

Sullivan’s Tavern722 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4323

The Top Shelf Grille & Bar3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich 630-273-6022 timbercreekinnandsuites.com

Twin Tavern1028 S. 4th St., DeKalb 756-9604

Welcome Matt149 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-3949

Jambalaya

natsonmaple.com

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

Where food & friendscome together.

nat’s on maple

Maple St. Salad


Bacci Pizza Express1023 Hillcrest Drive, DeKalb 748-1850

Bootlegger’s Pizza107 Main Street, Maple Park 827-3066

Chumly’s Pizza312 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona824-2754

Dave’s Pizza146 East Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7071

Dough Brothers Pizzeria20 West Benson Ave., Cortland 754-0000

Hot Stuff Pizza411 Main St., Kirkland 522-3510

Gonzo’s Pizzeria1 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-3322

Italian Dreams Pizza436 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-0905 • italiandreamspizza.com

Jimmy Sam’s1 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-1444

Joe’s Pizza & Pub313 W. Main St., Genoa 784-6186

Michael Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta309 Main St., Maple Park 827-4417

Moscato’s532 E. Main St., Genoa 784-2929

Moscato Pizza506 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3555

Mugzzies Pizzeria & restaurant2030 Baron Dr., Sycamore 895-6849 • mugzzies.com

The Pizza Place124 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7010

Pizza Pros1205 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4776 • pizzaprosdekalb.com

Pizza Villa824 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb 758-8116 • pizzavilla.com

Rosati’s Pizza407 Sycamore Rd., Genoa 784-4403710 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-1500630 Plaza Dr., Sycamore 895-4646rosatispizza.com

Sam’s Pizza526 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6121

Terry’s Pizza117 Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2262

Toppers Pizza1015 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-7755 • toppers.com

Uncle Milty’s Pizza House140 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-4108 • rambosbar.com

Vinny’s Pizza & Wings221 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-6200 • vinnyspizzadekalb.com

World Famous Pizza (inside Lord Stanleys)142 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-8718

World Famous Pizza124 E. State St., Sycamore 899-5074jbsworldfamouspizza.com

Pizza

Restaurants

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Aspen Leaf Frozen Yogurt1013 Lincoln Highway, DeKalb • 815-517-0237

baker’s basket125 E. Market St., Somonauk • 498-3494

Chesapeake Bagel Bakery122 S. South 1st St. #1, DeKalb • 754-5211

The Confectionary149 N. Second St., DeKalb • 758-5990235 W. State St., Sycamore • 899-1616 theconfectionary.com

elleson’s bakery344 W. State St., Sycamore • 895-4533

The Neighborhood Bakery & Deli2205 Pleasant Street, DeKalb • 748-7707theneighborhoodbakeryanddeli.com

Ollie’s Frozen Custard2290 Oakland Dr., Sycamore 758-8222 • olliessycamore.com

polka Dot bakery1715 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore764-9747 • polkadotbakery.net

Screamers ice cream408 E. Comanche Ave., Shabbona • 824-8181

Sunshine Scoop Shoppe & Bakery LLC818 West Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb815-758-4PIE • dekalbicecream.com

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-8150 • sweetdreamdesserts.com

Sweet Magnolia Bakery207 E. Church St., Sandwich 630-281-2339 • sweetmagnoliabakeryinc.com

Tropical Snow403 E. State St., Sycamore • 899-5601

Teresa’s bakery817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 754-0226

Wisted’s Chocolate Shoppe ice cream Store 512 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona • 824-2813

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

Visit us online at pizzavilla.com

Sweet Treats & Bakeries

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Calendar of Events

JanuaryJanuary 8th-February 23rd Vice and VirtueDeKalb • NIU Art Museumniu.edu/artmuseum January 9th-10th Northern Illinois Farm ShowDeKalb • NIU Convocation CenterIndoor farm show, featuring products & services available to manage successful farm operations from more than 200 companies. niuconvo.com January 13th NIU Bridal Expo: Blue HawaiiDeKalb • Duke Ellington Ballroom, Holmes Student center11:00am-4:00pm Free to the public. Over 50 exhibitors, groom’s room, bridal fashion show, taste testing, and more! niu.edu/hsc January 19th-20th“On the Ice” Catfish Contest WeekendShabbona Lake • shabbonalake.com

January 19th-26thQuilt & Fiber Arts WalkDowntown Genoa • Quilts and fiber arts of all sorts displayed throughout downtown, workshops, speakers, kids activities. genoamainstreet.org January 26thThe Groundhog GalaMidwest Museum of Natural HistorySycamore • Enjoy a fabulous evening filled with entertainment, exhibitors, a silent auction and more. mmnh.org

January 31st-Feb 3rd, Feb 6th-10th A Bright Room Called DayDeKalb • O’Connell Theatre, NIUniu.edu/theatre

February February 9thChocolate WalkDowntown Genoa • Stroll Main Street shops for free chocolate treats and Valentine’s Day specials. genoamainstreet.org

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February 12th Avalon String QuartetDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIUThe Avalon String Quartet plays Beethoven at 8pm. niu.edu/music

February 13th NIU Philharmonic BandDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIU8:00pm, niu.edu/music February 13th-17thHamlet ReduxDeKalb • Stevens building, NIU • Although this may look somewhat familiar, this play is not quite the whole Hamlet everyone knows and loves. niu.edu/theatre February 14th Miranda Lambert & Dierks BentleyDeKalb • NIU Convocation Centerniu.edu/convo

February 16th Gaelic StormDeKalb • Egyptian Theatre • The band interlaces high energy, foot-stomping performances of original interpretations of Celtic classics and well-crafted originals with endearing stage banter and story-telling. 7:30pm • egyptiantheatre.org February 16thBridal FairSycamore • Bridal Fair at Jane Fargo. Fully dressed banquet space for viewing, local VIP vendors, complimentary food tasting and hotel tour of rooms and suites. Free of charge. 1pm-4pm.

February 21st-24th, 28th-March 3rd Not About NightingalesDeKalb • O’Connell Theatre, NIU niu.edu/theatre

February 23rd Kishwaukee Symphony OrchestraDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIUkishorchestra.org

February 28th-March 3rd Burning TimesDeKalb • Stevens building, NIUniu.edu/theatre

MarchMarch 2ndLewis BlackDeKalb, Egyptian Theatre • An American stand up comedian known for his comedy style. egyptiantheatre.org March 8th-9th IESA State Wrestling ChampionshipsDeKalb • niuconvo.com March 14th-17th, 21st-24th Jesus Christ Superstar DeKalb • Stage Coach Players Theatrestagecoachers.com March 19th-May 24th MappingDeKalb • NIU Art Museumniu.edu/artmuseum

Dates of events can change. We encourage visitors to check our

“Calendar of Events” online to confirm. dekalbcountycvb.com


Calendar of Events

March 23rd Breakfast with the BunnyDeKalb • Spend your morning eating breakfast with the Easter Bunny in Downtown DeKalb. Kids will have fun eating breakfast with the bunny, playing games making a spring craft and watching Hop on the big screen at the Egyptian Theatre. renewdekalb.com

March 26th Community ExpoSycamore High School Field HouseSycamore and DeKalb Chambers of Commerce host an annual community expo which showcases member’s products and services. Over 200 businesses showcase and an estimated 2,000 attend. 4-7pm

April April 4th-May 24thMapping: Measuring Across Place & Period; Information, Navigation & GeographyDeKalb • NIU Art Museumniu.edu/artmuseum April 4th-7th, 10th-14th The Caucasian Chalk CircleDeKalb • O’Connell Theatre, NIUniu.edu/theatre

April 19th-20thConvo’s Clean SweepDeKalb • niuconvo.com April 7th Easter Bunny Train RideWaterman • Ride Pete’s Train with the Easter Bunny. petestrain.com April 7th NIU Steel Band & All University Steel BandDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIUniu.edu/music April 11th Taste of SpringDowntown Sycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with games, prizes, crafts, food, petting zoo, live music and family entertainment. discoversycamore.com April 11th NIU Jazz Ensemble ConcertDeKalb • Duke Ellington Ballroom, Holmes Student Center, NIU • niu.edu/music April 13th Destination ImaginationDeKalb • Science and math competition. niuconvo.com

April 14thWorld Music ConcertDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIUniu.edu/music

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April 18th-21st The Real Inspector HoundDeKalb • Stevens Building, NIUniu.edu/theatre

April 20th Kites Over SycamoreSycamore Park Annex • Create & decorate your own kites, plant a pumpkin, blow bubbles, enjoy cotton candy & popcorn and of course fly a kite. discoversycamore.com April 20th-21st Mega Big Fish Contest WeekendShabbona Lake • Win A Pontoon Rentalshabbonalake.com

April 25th-28th Evolution of BalletDeKalb • O’Connell Theatre, NIUniu.edu/theatre

April 26th-27th Garden Gate to Spring Antique ShowSycamore • Shop regional antique dealers offering garden, architectural, countrypolitan antiques including folk-art, vintage iron and accessories. blumengardens.com

April 26thred Hat DayGenoa • Red Hatters will fill downtown with their own brand of fun. genoamainstreet.com

April 27th Spring Fishing DerbyLake Sycamore • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

May

May 2nd-4th, 10th-12th The Robin Hood Capers DeKalb • Stagecoach Players Theatre stagecoachers.com May 3rd-4thCommunity-wide garage saleCortland • Community-wide garage sale weekend. cortlandil.org

May 4th Kishwaukee Symphony OrchestraDeKalb • Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, NIUniu.edu/music

May 5thCinco de MayoSycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with games, prizes, crafts, food, petting zoo, live music and family entertainment.sycamorecincodemayo.com

May 18thSwitchback in ConcertDeKalb • Egyptian Theatre7:30pm • egyptiantheatre.org

May 18th-19thCrappie Contest WeekendShabbona Lake • Win a $200 Gift Cardshabbonalake.com

May 19th Open House/Open BarnDeKalb • Joseph F. Glidden HomesteadMusical entertainment, working blacksmith shop, house and barn tours. gliddenhomestead.org

May 25th-october 26thGenoa Open Air MarketGenoa • Last Saturday of every month. Fresh produce, antiques, crafts, new items and more. genoamainstreet.com




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June

June 1st-2nd Northern Illinois Art Show Sycamore • kval.us June 2nd-September 29th Sycamore Farmers MarketSycamore • Corner of Somonauk & Elm St., Sundays 10am-2pm. discoversycamore.com

June 6th-9th, 13th-16thAnnieDeKalb • Stagecoach Players Theatrestagecoachers.com June 6thLadies Night OutDowntown Sycamore • Sycamore goes PINK for breast cancer! discoversycamore.com June 6th-September 26th DeKalb Farmers MarketVan Buer Plaza, DeKalb • Thursdays from Noon-6pm. renewdekalb.com/farmers

June 7th-9thMalta DaysMalta • Soundstage, carnival, bingo, food and craft fair, beer garden & more. villageofmalta.net

June 8th-9thCar Show & 5K RunHinckley • hinckleyil.com June 9th & 23rd Blacksmith Demonstrations and ToursDeKalb • Joseph F. Glidden HomesteadJuly 7th & 21st, August 11th, September 8th & 22nd, October 13th & 27thNoon-4pm • gliddenhomestead.org June 11th-August 20thDeKalb Municipal Band ConcertsDeKalb • Hopkins ParkTuesdays at 8:00pm • dekalbparkdistrict.com June 12th-16th Genoa DaysGenoa • Rides, games, food, bands and a parade. genoamainstreet.com June 13th-15thTreasures from the AtticSycamore • City-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales. discoversycamore.com

June 22nd Krate FestDowntown Sycamore • 22nd Annual Classic Bike Show & Swap Meet. bluemoonbikes.com

June 22-23Bike MS Tour De FarmsDeKalb • niuconvo.com

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June 22nd Rockin’ for ReptilesSycamore • Live encounters with reptiles at the Midwest Museum of Natural History.Musical entertainment. mmnh.org

June 27th Summer on StateDowntown Sycamore • Free outdoor movie. discoversycamore.com

June 29thShabbona Main Street ParadeShabbona • Rides, food, vendors and fireworks. shecevents.com

June 29th-30th Walleye Contest WeekendShabbona Lake • Win a $200 Gift Cardwww.shabbonalake.com

June 30th Screamers Car ShowShabbona • Vintage cars and live music.shecevents.com

July

July 3rd-6thKirkland Fourth of July CelebrationKirkland • Huge parade, food, entertainment & fireworks. kirkland4thofjuly.com July 4th Fourth of July Celebration in Hopkins ParkDeKalb • Vendors, food, crafts, live music, and fireworks. dekalbparkdistrict.com

July 4th Fireworks Over Lake ShabbonaShabbona • shabbonalake.com

July 6th-7thIndependence Celebrations Sandwich Park DistrictSandwich • 6th-Parade 10:00 start, 7th-Freedom Run 5K/1 Mile Walk/Run 8:00 am start, 7th-Fireworks - Sandwich Fairgrounds. sandwichfreedomdays.com July 11th-13th & 18th-21stRed Herring DeKalb • Stage Coach Theatre stagecoachers.com July 20th Waterman Summerfest & Tractor ShowWaterman • Antique tractors, craft vendors, kids petal tractor pull and more. watermanlions.com July 19th - 21st 8th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend DeKalb • justmakeithappen-dekalb.com

July 20th Kingston Fest & Kardboard Boat RegattaKingston • Great family fun! Watch boats made out of cardboard race on the Kishwaukee River. villageofkingston.org




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July 20th-28thKishwaukee FestDeKalb • Celebrate music free with concerts at Hopkins Park Tuesday-Thursday. Friday night is the twilight parade thru downtown DeKalb with drum corps and marching band. The Drum Corps competition caps off the week at Huskies Stadium. kishwaukeefest.com July 26th-27thSomonauk Summer FestSomonauk Community Park • Kids zone, food, beer garden, live music & cruise night. somonauksummerfest.com July 27thFarm FestTractor run, parade, farm animals and more.genoamainstreet.com

July 26th-28thSycamore’s Turning Back Time WeekendSycamore • Friday - Summer on State. Free outdoor movie. Saturday - Cruise Night and free concert from Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones, classic car cruise parade and beer garden. Sunday - Fizz Ehrler Memorial Car Show with over 1,000 vehicles. discoversycamore.com

AugustAugust 4th Art at Ellwood & Ice Cream SocialDeKalb • 10:00am-5:00pm. Enjoy some ice cream & good music by the DeKalb Municipal Band. ellwoodhouse.org August 8th-11th, 15th-18th Company DeKalb • Stagecoach Players Theatre2:00 pm • stagecoachers.com August 9th-10thCortland Summer FestCortland Community Park • Bands, beverage garden and fun activities for the kids. cortlandil.org August 8th-11th Sycamore’s Steam Show & Threshing BeeSycamore • Taylor Marshal Farm, Antique farm equipment tractor-pull, food music and Threshing Bee. threshingbee.org August 15th Summer on StateDowntown Sycamore • Free outdoor movie! discoversycamore.com

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August 17th & 18th Catfish Contest WeekendShabbona Lake • Win a $200 Gift Cardwww.shabbonalake.com

August 23rd-25thDeKalb Corn FestDeKalbSoundstage, carnival, food, beer garden, and more. cornfest.com August 25th Genoa Pioneer DayGenoa • Kishwaukee Valley Heritage SocietyOld time tradesmen & crafter demonstrate skills, stagecoach rides and more. genoamainstreet.com August 30th-September 2ndMaple Park Fun FestMaple Park • This community event includes a soundstage, softball tournaments, car and motorcycle show and craft fair. villageofmaplepark.com August 31st-September 2nd Jonamac Orchard Opening WeekendMalta • Pick your own apples, corn maze, petting zoo, baked pies & donuts and much more. jonamacorchard.com

SeptemberSeptember 1st Movie in the Park Shabbona Lake • Free movie at beautiful Shabbona lake

September 4th-8thSandwich FairSandwich • Oldest continuing county fair in the State of Illinois. sandwichfair.com

September 8th Kite FestDeKalb • Corner of Lucinda and Kishwaukee Drive, NIU Campus. Stunt kites, dancing kites, food, and activities for the kids & family. 11am-4pm • dekalbcountycvb.com September 12th-14th, 19th-22ndThe Lion in WinterDeKalb • Stage Coach Theatrestagecoachers.com

September 14thWine on the TerraceDeKalb • The Ellwood House terraces and gardens provide an elegant setting for an evening of wines, excellent appetizers and music. 4pm-7pm. ellwoodhouse.org

September 14th Sycamore block partySycamore • Kids activities, games, prizes, crafts, free concerts, beer garden & food vendors. discoversycamore.com




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OctoberOctober 4th-5th, 11th-12th, 18th-19th, 25th-26thJonamac Orchard’s Haunted MazeMalta • The 10 acre cornfield and 3 miles of winding pathways will take on a Halloween makeover. jonamacorchard.com

october 6th Annual Elmwood Heritage Cemetery WalkElmwood Cemetery, Sycamore • Explore the cemetery and hear a variety of stories about ordinary and extraordinary people connected to Sycamore. sycamorehistory.org

october 11th-13thSycamore Film FestivalSycamore • Film lovers from all over the Midwest celebrate independent films from around the world • sycamorefilmfestival.com

october 11th-13th, 18th-20th, 25th-27th, 31st Pumpkin Train & Haunted House Waterman • petestrain.com october 12th Movie in the ParkShabbona Lake • Come out and enjoy a free movie at beautiful Lake Shabbona

october 13thCortland Fall FestCortland Community Park • Join us for our parade and fun in the park, the “Mutt Strut,” beer garden and live music. cortlandil.org october 17th-19th, 24th-26thRopeDeKalb • Stagecoach Players Theatrestagecoachers.com october 18th-20th, 25th-27th, 31st-Nov. 1stAmenti: Egyptian Theatre Haunted HouseDeKalb • Featuring over 20 different scenes on 6 different levels • egyptiantheatre.org

october 23rd Downtown Trick or Treat Sycamore • Businesses come together to provide a safe way for kids to trick or treat. Come out, show off your costume and gather some tasty treats. 4:30pm-6pm. discoversycamore.com

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october 23rd-27thSycamore Pumpkin FestSycamore • Historic downtown Sycamore is decorated with hundreds of carved and painted pumpkins, huge parade, craft shows, food vendors, carnival and more. sycamorepumpkinfestival.com october 26thSpooktacular Trick-or-TreatingDowntown DeKalb • Bring the family from 1pm-3pm to trick-or-treat, make a craft, and have a spooktacular time. renewdekalb.com

November november 3rd Glidden Homestead Patent Day Celebration DeKalb • Noon-4pm with Barbed Wire Sites Tour at 11am & 2pm. gliddenhomestead.org november 7thCandlelight Open HouseDowntown Genoa • Beginning at 5pm, shoppers will follow luminaries from shop to shop. New holiday finds and free refreshments. genoamainstreet.com november 9th 1863 with Grant, Lee & CompanySycamore History Museumsycamorehistory.org november 9th cortland 5K Turkey Trot Cortland Community Park • cortlandlions.com

november 15th Moonlight MadnessDowntown Sycamore • Come check our live holiday window displays. Business will also feature moonlight deals. discoversycamore.com November 30th-December 1st, 6th-8th, 13th-15th, 20th-22nd, 27th-29th Holiday Lights TrainWaterman • See over 250,000 lights and figures. petestrain.com

november 16th - December 8thEllwood Elegance ToursDeKalb • Open for custom tours to view the mansion decorated for the holidays. Call 815/756-4609 for appointment. ellwoodhouse.org

november 17thAnnual Holiday Open HouseDeKalb • Joseph F. Glidden HomesteadWorking Blacksmith shop, holiday festivities, music and more. gliddenhomestead.org november 22nd-24th DeKalb Hollydays Open HouseDowntown DeKalb • Stroll store to store to enjoy free treats, music and discounts to kick off the holiday season. renewdekalb.com

november 29th-30thIHSA State Football ChampionshipsDeKalb • NIU Huskie Stadiumihsadestinationdekalb.com

December December 5thSanta comes to DeKalbDeKalb • Egyptian Theatre • Cookies, cocoa and caroling to help to celebrate Santa’s arrival at 7pm.




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December 5th-8thChristmas Carol DeKalb • Stagecoach Players Theatrestagecoachers.com

December 5th Champagne, Chocolate & FirelightSycamore • Come enjoy champagne, a chocolate fountain and marshmallows roasting by the fire. blumengardens.com December 5thWinter Chocolate WalkSycamore • Indulge yourself with some sweet savings and make your holiday shopping a treat. Sycamore has everything you need for a unique holiday shopping adventure. discoversycamore.com December 5th celebrate the SeasonGenoa • Jingle Bell parade & tree lighting, refreshments, contests, songs. genoaareachamber.com

December 6th-8thEllwood Elegance WeekendDeKalb • Open for custom tours of the decorated mansion for a special holiday weekend open house. ellwoodhouse.org

December 6thWalk with SantaSycamore • Parade with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and elves through Sycamore’s historic downtown district to the traditional Courthouse tree lighting. discoversycamore.com December 7th, 14th, 21stFree carriage rides and visits with Santa DeKalb • Visit with Santa in his house located on the corner of 2nd & Locust in the Van Buer Plaza. Take a complimentary horse drawn carriage ride through beautiful downtown DeKalb. Departs from the public library. 11am-2pm. renewdekalb.com December 10th-12th The nutcrackerDeKalb • Egyptian Theatreegyptiantheatre.org

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

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 fun-filled annual events like Kite Fest, Corn Fest and Kish Fest. Shop, Eat, Play and Stay in DeKalb!

Make Genoa your destination for a great day in a historic community. We are easy to find at the intersection of Illinois Route 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, visit the nature center, hike forest trails, canoe the Kishwaukee River or enjoy a round of golf.

Southeast of DeKalb lies the Village of Hinckley, home of The Globetrotters first game and two time class 1A Girls State champions. Hinckley is a great place to live and grow up in. 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.

Explore DeKalb County

KingstonKingston 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.


KirklandKirkland 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.

LeeA visit to the quaint Village of Lee wouldn’t be complete without a stop at Hardanger Hus. This shop boasts a wide selection of Norwegian and Swedish gifts, material and thread for needle work, jewelry books, and other unique finds. It has been a staple in the community for more than 30 years.

MaltaCome 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 through November for the corn maze and apples.

Maple ParkMaple 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.

SandwichSandwich is centrally located 60 miles west of Chicago. Visitors and residents can peruse a number of specialty shops and fine restaurants. The Sandwich Antique Market and Sandwich Fair bring visitors to the historic Sandwich Opera House, local home for the performing arts, providing live entertainment to the area. Other event highlights include the Taste of Sandwich, Annual Craft Fair, Sandwich Freedom Days and much more!

ShabbonaShabbona 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 have five earthen fishing piers, a handicap-accessible fishing pier and is open year-round.

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SomonaukThe Village of Somonauk lies at the southern end of DeKalb County. Attend Somonauk Summer Fest July 26 & 27. Enjoy Cruise Night, live entertainment, parade, 5K run, tractor pull, craft show and kids play zone. Fun for the entire family.

SycamoreSycamore 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 the 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

WatermanThis 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 round in Lions Community Park. Stop by our winery and vineyard and try some lively local wines. Visit our local orchard, enjoy cider donuts, pick apples, or find the perfect pumpkin. Enhance your holiday traditions with a farm-fresh HOKA turkey. Join us for Summer Fest. Come back in November for the Lions Club Gobbler Gallop 5K race. Waterman awaits to share its charm with you.

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DeKalb Corn Fest August 23-25, 2013

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