Community Calendar

Join us for formal Zen sitting instruction, meditation, and discussion. Zen Sitting Group DeKalb is an ongoing activity occurring twice monthly on a variable schedule. The group is open to all persons and will be housed at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 150 N. 4th Street. Please check our Zen Sitting Group DeKalb Facebook page for the schedule and for further information. You can also email John at birdsfan53@yahoo.com or call 630/779-5962.

It’s great to skate indoors at the coolest place in town, no matter what the weather is like outdoors! Gather family or friends for some Friday night fun and healthy exercise at Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL. <br/><br/>Frosty Fridays discounted indoor public ice skating sessions are scheduled every Friday from October 1, 2021 through April 29, 2022, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 per person (all ages), which includes skate rental; no discount coupons accepted. <br/><br/>Frosty Fridays are among the many low-fee family friendly events offered for the community by the Rockford Park District. <br/><br/>For more information on ice skating/hockey programs and events, plus monthly public skating calendars, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/skating, or call 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted skating equipment for people with disabilities is also available. <br/><br/>Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe.

Participants will be limited to 3 boxes or paper bags of documents. Only paper materials will be accepted, staples do not need to be removed. Volunteers will remove items from your vehicle. <br/><br/>Used Eye Glasses, Hearing Aids, Keys/Key Fobs, Ink Jet Cartridges, and Tabs from Aluminum Cans will be accepted and donated to the Lions of Illinois Foundation. <br/>Cellphones and Chargers, Tablets & iPads and Chargers, Prepaid Calling Cards (domestic and international) will also be accepted for the Cellphones for Soldiers Program. No land-based phones or other electronics will be accepted.

DRIVE-THRU SHRED & RECYCLE EVENT For DeKalb Township Residents <br/><br/>Fight identity theft and needless clutter at home by bringing your personal documents and other recyclable items to a safe and convenient drive-thru shred and recycle event hosted by DeKalb Township. The event will take place on December 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the DeKalb Township Garage located at 2323 South Fourth Street, DeKalb. <br/><br/>Participants will be limited to 3 boxes or paper bags of documents. Only paper materials will be accepted, staples do not need to be removed. Volunteers will remove items from your vehicle. <br/><br/>Used Eye Glasses, Hearing Aids, Keys/Key Fobs, Ink Jet Cartridges, and Tabs from Aluminum Cans will be accepted and donated to the Lions of Illinois Foundation. Cellphones and Chargers, Tablets & iPads and Chargers, Prepaid Calling Cards (domestic and international) will also be accepted for the Cellphones for Soldiers Program. No land-based phones or other electronics will be accepted. <br/><br/>Participants are asked to bring a valid ID to show DeKalb Township residency. Please call Karen Gumino at 815-758-8282 if you have any questions.

Join us for formal Zen sitting instruction, meditation, and discussion. Zen Sitting Group DeKalb is an ongoing activity occurring twice monthly on a variable schedule. The group is open to all persons and will be housed at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 150 N. 4th Street. Please check our Zen Sitting Group DeKalb Facebook page for the schedule and for further information. You can also email John at birdsfan53@yahoo.com or call 630/779-5962.

Owl Prowl Saturday, December 4 | 7 to 8:30 p.m. <br/>People are drawn to owls because they are so human in shape: upright posture, with eyes on the front of a round head. Are owls indeed wise? Can owls be trained to carry the mail? We begin our Owl Prowl indoors with an overview of owl anatomy and species ID, and then we head out on the trail to look and listen for Severson’s resident owls. <br/>This is a great program for anyone 10 years old and up. $3/Members, $5/General Admission.

Join us for formal Zen sitting instruction, meditation, and discussion. Zen Sitting Group DeKalb is an ongoing activity occurring twice monthly on a variable schedule. The group is open to all persons and will be housed at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 150 N. 4th Street. Please check our Zen Sitting Group DeKalb Facebook page for the schedule and for further information. You can also email John at birdsfan53@yahoo.com or call 630/779-5962.

Join us for formal Zen sitting instruction, meditation, and discussion. Zen Sitting Group DeKalb is an ongoing activity occurring twice monthly on a variable schedule. The group is open to all persons and will be housed at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 150 N. 4th Street. Please check our Zen Sitting Group DeKalb Facebook page for the schedule and for further information. You can also email John at birdsfan53@yahoo.com or call 630/779-5962.

Are you interested in the history of DeKalb? Want to know more about historic neighborhoods and buildings in the region? Have questions about the people who built DeKalb? Bring your questions and curiosity to our Local History Happy Hour. Local historian Steve Bigolin will be available to chat about days of DeKalb past at the tables behind the reference desk. <br/><br/>This program does not require registration. Anyone is welcome to attend. <br/><br/>For additional information, contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.

Want to do some research about your home? Looking for information about old businesses? Interested in ancestors who lived in DeKalb? Register for an hour-long session with local historian Steve Bigolin to research anything regarding the history of DeKalb. <br/><br/>This program is by appointment only. Appointments are at 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Please call (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150 to register for a time. <br/><br/>For more information or help with registration, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.