Community Calendar

The 19th Amendment and the Power of the Vote! Musical Presentation
September 18, 7:00 – 8:00pm (Doors open at 6:00pm)

$25 – member rate/ $30 non-member
Register online at
https://www.cmaaa.org/events--receptions.html

Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson will present a special musical show that celebrates the law that affirmed women’s right to vote. With music by Sondheim, Lennon & McCartney, Parton, Porter, and others, Anita and Catherine weave in the story of women's suffrage. Don't miss this powerful performance that will take you on a musical journey through more than a century of voting rights history.

Audience Acclaim:
"A wonderful performance by smart, strong women with beautiful voices, music, humor and a fantastic historical journey shared. "
"This show is touching and important. Thoroughly enjoyable and thought provoking. It reminds me of how much I’ve taken women’s rights and liberty for granted. They were possible because of the long, painful fight by those who refused to give up their hopes and dreams."
"This was a wonderful show! Thoughtful, clever, funny, beautifully sung!".

Come build with us!

Improve your build techniques while exercising your creativity through fun challenges and projects. All supplies are provided.

Space is limited. Registration is required. $20 4-H enrollment fee (fee waivers are available upon request).

Location: Avon Township Center.

The 19th Amendment and the Power of the Vote! Musical Presentation
September 18, 7:00 – 8:00pm (Doors open at 6:00pm)

$25 – member rate/ $30 non-member
Register online at
https://www.cmaaa.org/events--receptions.html

Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson will present a special musical show that celebrates the law that affirmed women’s right to vote. With music by Sondheim, Lennon & McCartney, Parton, Porter, and others, Anita and Catherine weave in the story of women's suffrage. Don't miss this powerful performance that will take you on a musical journey through more than a century of voting rights history.

Audience Acclaim:
"A wonderful performance by smart, strong women with beautiful voices, music, humor and a fantastic historical journey shared. "
"This show is touching and important. Thoroughly enjoyable and thought provoking. It reminds me of how much I’ve taken women’s rights and liberty for granted. They were possible because of the long, painful fight by those who refused to give up their hopes and dreams."
"This was a wonderful show! Thoughtful, clever, funny, beautifully sung!".

What stories might never have been told had their tellers never looked up at the stars? Join us for The Stars at Night, which explores the connection between astronomy, mythology, and the art of storytelling. Through expert interviews and an expedition to one of North America's last truly dark skies, the film examines the growing impact of light pollution on our culture — and what we stand to lose when the night sky disappears. This free program runs approximately 56 minutes, not rated, and is made possible through PBS.

Give the Gift of Life! The American Red Cross will be conducting a blood drive at the DeKalb Public Library.

American Red Cross blood donors are critical to ensuring those in need receive relief and care. Right now, we’re urging donors to continue to help us strengthen the blood supply. Donors of all blood types – particularly type O blood donors – are crucial to meeting daily hospital demands.

An advance appointment is preferred. Visit the American Red Cross website, type in your zip code, and select the DeKalb Public Library to make an appointment, or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or ask questions about giving blood.

You can also visit the Red Cross website for more general information about the donation process.

For additional information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

Have you ever wanted to paint the night sky? In this hands-on workshop, participants will create their own galaxy painting using acrylic paint and simple sponging and spattering techniques to build layers of color, depth, and stars. No art experience necessary — just a willingness to be creative. All supplies provided. This free program is open to ages 10 and up. No registration required.

Join us for a virtual live tour of America's Founding at the National Constitution Center, bringing one of history's most pivotal stories directly to you. In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, this immersive exhibit traces the full arc of the nation's birth: from the earliest sparks of revolution to the creation of the documents that would define a new country. Rare original artifacts and interactive experiences bring the debates, struggles, and ideals of the founding era to life in vivid detail. Don't miss your chance to walk through history from wherever you are and explore the stories and ideas that shaped a nation and still resonate today.

The tour is free and open to the public. It will be presented with in-person and virtual options. To attend virtually, register at: https://forms.gle/SJUboNeFST9E3TXe9.

Come build with us!

Improve your build techniques while exercising your creativity through fun challenges and projects. All supplies are provided.

Space is limited. Registration is required. $20 4-H enrollment fee (fee waivers are available upon request).

Location: Avon Township Center.

In this interactive workshop, certified Neuropsychotherapist Dr. Elisa “E” Curl-Woodruff or Thompson Therapeutics & will introduce foundational concepts related to attention and motivation, including their evolutionary history and how factors in the modern world have changed how they operate.

Dr. Curl-Woodruff will introduce behavioral and cognitive tools that will help participants maximize their focus as well as ways in which participants can advocate for systemic changes to support these efforts.

This program is free to attend and is open to all ages. Registration is not required.

For more information, please reach out to Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or 815-756-9568 ext. 6108.

This program is one of a four-part workshop series where Dr. E will lead patrons through lectures and exercises to help maintain their cognitive health in the digital age. The programs are on the third Tuesday of each month, July - October, and each feature a different theme. Patrons do not need attend all four programs, but may do so if they choose.

July 21: Tools for a Healthy Brain
August 18: Keeping Our Focus in the Digital Age
September 15: Happy Brains, Happy Families
October 20: Break Up with Social Media

The 19th Amendment and the Power of the Vote! Musical Presentation
September 18, 7:00 – 8:00pm (Doors open at 6:00pm)

$25 – member rate/ $30 non-member
Register online at
https://www.cmaaa.org/events--receptions.html

Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson will present a special musical show that celebrates the law that affirmed women’s right to vote. With music by Sondheim, Lennon & McCartney, Parton, Porter, and others, Anita and Catherine weave in the story of women's suffrage. Don't miss this powerful performance that will take you on a musical journey through more than a century of voting rights history.

Audience Acclaim:
"A wonderful performance by smart, strong women with beautiful voices, music, humor and a fantastic historical journey shared. "
"This show is touching and important. Thoroughly enjoyable and thought provoking. It reminds me of how much I’ve taken women’s rights and liberty for granted. They were possible because of the long, painful fight by those who refused to give up their hopes and dreams."
"This was a wonderful show! Thoughtful, clever, funny, beautifully sung!".