Community Calendar

Get ready for Give DeKalb County on May 1, 2025! Celebrating 12 years of generosity, this annual fundraising event makes giving easy with multiple ways to support nonprofit organizations—plus, the Bonus Pool boosts every donation.

Give anytime from midnight to midnight on May 1 at GiveDeKalbCounty.org. Search for a nonprofit, browse by cause, follow the leaderboard, or support multiple organizations—all in one place.

Beginning in April, donors who prefer to give by check can print a mail-in donation form at GiveDeKalbCounty.org, list their chosen organization(s) and donation amount(s), then write one check for the total amount payable to “DCCF.” Mail it with the completed donation form to the DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore, IL 60178 (postmarked April 17 - May 1). Donations from Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) follow the mail-in guidelines.

Hosted by the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership, a program of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, the past 11 giving days accumulated over $10.7 million. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, save the date, and make a difference on May 1!

On May 1st, The DeKalb Township & Senator Sue Rezin’s Office will host an I-PASS event at the DeKalb Township Administrative Building, located at 2323 S. 4th St. in DeKalb. The event will operate on an appointment-only basis during the hours of 9 AM – 4:30 PM, before transitioning to a walk-in only event between the hours of 4:30 and 7 PM.

Last year, the Illinois Tollway started the process of phasing out the decades-old I-PASS transponders in favor of I-PASS sticker tags. Anyone in possession of a transponder is encouraged to return and safely recycle their lithium-containing-transponder at this event. In exchange for their transponder, participants will receive their new I-PASS sticker tag(s) and a credit to their I-PASS account equal to the amount they paid for their transponder deposit.

Tollway representatives will also be on-site to take applications for the Tollway’s I-PASS Assist program--an initiative that makes Tollway usage accessible to low-income households.

To book an appointment or for general inquiries, contact Kimberly at the DeKalb Township (T: 815-758-8282).

The Morton Arboretum Photographic Society will present its annual nature photography exhibit in the Cudahy Room in The Morton Arboretum’s Administration and Research Center.

Join us Mother’s Day weekend to see over 150 beautiful framed photographs showcasing nature’s bounty. They include images captured at The Arboretum as well as at local, national, and international locations. See the wonder of trees, plants, animals, rocks, skies, and more depicted through the medium of photography. Cards, coasters, books, and matted prints are available, and most of the artwork can be purchased from the artist following the exhibit.

The exhibit is free with admission to the Arboretum.

Learn more about the exhibit at The Morton Arboretum Photography Society website: mortonarboretumphotographicsociety.com

Opening Reception
Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hours
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Morton Arboretum Photographic Society will present its annual nature photography exhibit in the Cudahy Room in The Morton Arboretum’s Administration and Research Center.

Join us Mother’s Day weekend to see over 150 beautiful framed photographs showcasing nature’s bounty. They include images captured at The Arboretum as well as at local, national, and international locations. See the wonder of trees, plants, animals, rocks, skies, and more depicted through the medium of photography. Cards, coasters, books, and matted prints are available, and most of the artwork can be purchased from the artist following the exhibit.

The exhibit is free with admission to the Arboretum.

Learn more about the exhibit at The Morton Arboretum Photography Society website: mortonarboretumphotographicsociety.com

Opening Reception
Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hours
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join us for an inspiring evening of music and hope celebrated with a special dining experience, the Castle Award, and an electrifying peformance by the World Class Rockers, featuring band members from Journey, Boston, Santana, Steppenwolf, and Lynyrd Skynyrd

For over 100 years, Rosecrance has been dedicated to providing recovery and support to individuals and families seeking treatment for meantl health and substance use disorders. Through evidence-based care, community programs, and a compassionate approach, Rosecrance helps people in Rockford and beyond find hope, help, and the best opportunity for lasting recovery.

5:00 pm Social Hour

6:00 pm Dinner and Program

ATTIRE: Dressy, including suits, sport coats, dresses, and dressy slacks. Neckties are optional, dancing shoes are encouraged!

PARKING: Parking is available on the Hard Rock campus. The event entrance is on the east side (Lyford Road) of the venue. Shuttles will be available throughout the parking lot to transport guests to/from the east-side entrance.

ARRIVAL: Enter on the east-side entrance. Rosecrance and event staff will be present to check you in and direct you toward the activities.

SOCIAL HOUR: Networking and social hour begin at 5:00 pm. Doors to the main event and dinner will open around 6:00 pm.

PROGRAM: Enjoy a gourmet, seated dinner, prepared by renowned Hard Rock chefs and hear stories of inspirational recovery. Learn how you can make hope happen and change the course of someone’s life by financially supporting The Rosecrance Foundation. Then, sit back and remember the days when joy came from turning on your radio and listen to World Classic Rockers, a group featuring members of Journey, Boston, Santana, Steppenwolf, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Bring your dancing shoes!

AFTER-PARTY: We are going to keep the celebration rolling at the Council Oak Stage inside the venue. Keep eyes out for some special guests!