Community Calendar

The art of David Van Delinder is now on display in the Lowden Gallery from January 1 – February 28.

David’s career actually began in the music business. Blessed with talent in both art and music, he was a premier area guitarist at a young age, recording and performing with Chicago folk legends Bonnie Koloc, Steve Goodman, John Prine and others. His songs have been published and recorded by name artists.

When the road became unsuitable for a married man and father, he turned to his other muse, art. He worked his way up to senior art director for a well-known Chicago agency before deciding to go out on his own. He became a successful and respected freelance illustrator and graphic designer creating art and designs for billboards, magazines, packaging, and books.

David’s fine art is rooted in traditional technique and classical composition. His pen and ink drawings of abandoned barns and jazz musicians, impressionistic florals, landscapes, and classical oil portraits all display both virtuosity and inspiration.

Mr. Van Delinder also accepts commissioned portraits and other works in oil, pastel, charcoal and pen and ink. His pencil portraits of musicians and dancers are very popular and highly sought after.

He lives and works in Cherry Valley, IL.

Learn about the basics of snowshoeing and then set off on a guided snowshoe hike at Piscasaw Fen Conservation Area! Expect around a mile hike with potential of off trail exploring. If there is not enough snow to safely snowshoe, we will hike the trail instead. This program is ages 16+ due to snowshoe sizes provided. To register, email dgrelecki@bccdil.org or call 815-547-7935.

The free AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program will again be available at the DeKalb Public Library and is for people with low to moderate incomes. AARP Foundation Tax -Aide volunteers will be available by appointment most Saturdays from February 7 through April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Be sure to bring a photo ID and all necessary tax documents, as well as last year’s return forms.

Please sign up for an appointment by contacting Frances at (815) 991-9418.

For more information, please contact the reference desk at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150 or at reference@dkpl.org.

The art of David Van Delinder is now on display in the Lowden Gallery from January 1 – February 28.

David’s career actually began in the music business. Blessed with talent in both art and music, he was a premier area guitarist at a young age, recording and performing with Chicago folk legends Bonnie Koloc, Steve Goodman, John Prine and others. His songs have been published and recorded by name artists.

When the road became unsuitable for a married man and father, he turned to his other muse, art. He worked his way up to senior art director for a well-known Chicago agency before deciding to go out on his own. He became a successful and respected freelance illustrator and graphic designer creating art and designs for billboards, magazines, packaging, and books.

David’s fine art is rooted in traditional technique and classical composition. His pen and ink drawings of abandoned barns and jazz musicians, impressionistic florals, landscapes, and classical oil portraits all display both virtuosity and inspiration.

Mr. Van Delinder also accepts commissioned portraits and other works in oil, pastel, charcoal and pen and ink. His pencil portraits of musicians and dancers are very popular and highly sought after.

He lives and works in Cherry Valley, IL.

Noelle of Bare Soul Healing leads this free sound healing session designed to ease the nervous system and quiet the mind. Soothing vibrations from therapeutic instruments such as crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, drums and more create a peaceful space for grounding, relaxation, and renewal.

This session will pay special attention to the heart chakra, in honor of Valentine’s Day.

Please bring a yoga mat or towel if you wish. A limited number of chairs will also be available.

Due to the nature of this event, we will be closing the doors when the program begins at 11:00 a.m., so please arrive on time if you wish to be admitted.

This event does not require registration. It is first come, first served, and there is a limit of 50 participants. It is limited to ages 12 and up.

Noelle is a healing practitioner in Sycamore and has a passion for sharing the benefits of sound healing with the public. Bare Soul Healing is a nature-rooted practice integrating sound healing, yoga, meditation, astrology, and other methods dedicated to supporting emotional well-being and inner peace.

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

The DeKalb Public Library is beginning a strategic planning process to help decide its direction and priorities for the next several years. Your voice is important. Sharing your thoughts, experiences, and ideas will help us understand what’s working, what can be improved, and where we should focus our efforts.

Light refreshments will be provided. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

These listening sessions will take place on February 21 at 11:00 a.m. and February 25 @ 6:00 p.m.

For additional information, please contact Emily at emilyf@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1000.

Unleash your creativity in this fun, hands-on jewelry-making workshop! Design your own unique gemstone creations—including a necklace, a keychain, and a pin. All materials are provided. Afterward, explore the Museum and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt. This workshop is the perfect way to delve into the world of stone jewelry.

Local author Kathy Spaltro joins us to discuss her new biography, Ethel Barrymore: Shy Empress of the Footlights. Spaltro offers a nuanced portrait of one of America’s most iconic performers, tracing her career from the Gilded Age stage to the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Don't miss this insightful conversation between Kathy and interviewer Matt Sullivan. Free to attend. Please register in advance.

Early man saw flashes of light when chipping rocks for tools. Some even may have observed earthquake light. Others noticed a bluish-green light glowing from heated rocks. You will see and learn why certain rocks and minerals produce light by pounding, heating, or other means. Why do different samples of the same mineral emit different colors of light? Why does some emitted light seem to linger while some seem to stop immediately when the energy source is turned off? Is time the only difference between fluorescence and phosphorescence? Find out more in this glowing presentation by Bill Mikuska!

As a proud DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership Community Partner, Arcomusical cordially invites the DeKalb community to attend Transformation Through Rhythm, an annual event to drum up a good cause! held at the DeKalb High School Auditorium on Sunday afternoon February 22nd at 3PM. The concert will feature the percussion duo Escape Ten, a nationally-recognized ensemble founded by percussionists Dr. Andrea Venet (University of North Florida) and Annie Stevens (Virginia Tech University), as well as beloved local percussion groups: Harambee Ensemble, DeKalb High School Percussion Ensemble, Northern Illinois University Percussion Ensemble, and Arcomusical. All donations received will benefit the more than 150 non-profit organizations based in and/or serving DeKalb County. Admission is free, and donations will be collected both digitally and in-person at the event.

“In support of the DCNP’s Give DeKalb County Bonus Pool, this all-percussion concert is the perfect vehicle to deliver global benefit to our county’s non-profit sector. For all around the world there are as many diverse percussive traditions as there are active non-profit organizations (now well over 150!) throughout our beloved DeKalb county. Indeed, percussion music, in all its forms, convey's our common human capacity for deep joy that dances right in step with the DeKalb non-profit sector’s collective mission to deliver, in a myriad forms, health, hope, and light throughout our community. Come join us and get caught up in the magic of Transformation Through Rhythm!”

-Gregory Beyer, Arcomusical Artistic Director and Transformation Through Rhythm Host