Community Calendar

Glü
Book & Lyrics by Jake Lockwood
Music & Lyrics by Alexander Sage Oyen
Orchestrated by JT Kaufman
Directed by Tommy Ranieri

GLÜ is an uplifting musical that proves the perfect bond isn’t always easy to find, but surrounding yourself with good people can certainly hold you up when life pulls you down.
Written by the dynamic team of Jake Lockwood and Alexander Sage Oyen, orchestrated by JT Kaufman, and with stage direction by Tommy Ranieri, this new musical premieres at Timber Lake Playhouse in August.

Tickets:
Prices range from $30 - $40.
Ticketing Site: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36917/production/1226455
Tickets can be also purchased by calling into the Box Office at 815-244-2035.

Dates:
Friday, August 22nd - 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 23rd - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 23rd - 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 24th - 2:00 PM
Tuesday, August 26th - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, August 27th - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, August 27th - 7:30 PM
Thursday, August 28th - 2:00 PM
Friday, August 29th - 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 30th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 30th - 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 31st - 2:00 PM

An encore of Bernadette Curl-Woodruff's solo collection of photographic art will be shown at the DeKalb Area Women's Center from August 1 to August 31, 2025.

We invite you to join us for a RECEPTION celebrating her work on Friday, August 22nd from 6pm to 8:30pm. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. Live music TBD.

The show is titled STRANGE LOOKING CREATURE and is a life-sized photographic exploration of how she sees/is seen in this world. Using hybrid analog/digital techniques and equipment, her work is also informed and augmented by her previous professional experiences as a metal and wood worker.

If you cannot join us at the reception, we hope you will be able to stop by the center sometime during the 1 month run.

Enjoy our Award-Winning Farmers Market every Sunday at The Dole Mansion from 10am - 2pm!

Fantastic Variety of Farmers, Food Purveyors, Artisans, Food-Trucks, Live Music, Brunch Beverages and Complimentary childrens entertainment! Free Face Painting and Balloon Creations! Plus Roaming Characters ready to delight and take photos with! Come on out and spend a few hours with us for a Sunday Funday experience!!!

Glü
Book & Lyrics by Jake Lockwood
Music & Lyrics by Alexander Sage Oyen
Orchestrated by JT Kaufman
Directed by Tommy Ranieri

GLÜ is an uplifting musical that proves the perfect bond isn’t always easy to find, but surrounding yourself with good people can certainly hold you up when life pulls you down.
Written by the dynamic team of Jake Lockwood and Alexander Sage Oyen, orchestrated by JT Kaufman, and with stage direction by Tommy Ranieri, this new musical premieres at Timber Lake Playhouse in August.

Tickets:
Prices range from $30 - $40.
Ticketing Site: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36917/production/1226455
Tickets can be also purchased by calling into the Box Office at 815-244-2035.

Dates:
Friday, August 22nd - 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 23rd - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 23rd - 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 24th - 2:00 PM
Tuesday, August 26th - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, August 27th - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, August 27th - 7:30 PM
Thursday, August 28th - 2:00 PM
Friday, August 29th - 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 30th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 30th - 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 31st - 2:00 PM

Parents/Guardians and Adult Students are invited to attend an informational meeting about WSSR's fall performing arts classes. Meet our instructors and learn about our classes, programs, mission, and our exciting plans for the fall!

Kids are invited to attend a free Musical Theater dance class at the same time ✨

Improve your knowledge of English and become more comfortable speaking in everyday situations. Practice basic English grammar concepts in conversation, learning how to ask and answer questions, expanding your vocabulary, and learning to understand the sounds of spoken English.

This class is intended for adult participants at a low intermediate level of speaking English or higher, but all are welcome to attend.

On September 2 this class will be held in the Bilder Family Meeting Room.

This program requires registration. There will be limited seats for unregistered patrons.

For more information or to register, please contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.

Gerry Parran, author of 33 Ways Not to Screw Up Negotiating, is offering a 60-minute presentation on improving your negotiation skills. This program focuses on teaching how to negotiate without confrontation and how to defend yourself from aggressive tactics. There will be time for a Q&A session after the presentation.

Parents, are you looking for fun ways to keep your kids engaged this summer? Bring them to Camp Creativity — a series of interactive activities designed for school-aged children and led by Northern Illinois University students. Fuel your child’s curiosity and watch their creativity come to life!

This program is limited to the first 20 children. Sign-up will begin at the children’s desk one hour before the event.

For additional information, please email Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Draw, craft, or make-and-take and display your creativity at Teen Art Club! We’ll have new projects and art materials to try at every meeting.

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12. No registration is required but this program is first come, first served as supplies are limited.

For additional information, please contact Jesus at juanb@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3401.

It’s important to be responsible consumers and consider sustainability when we need new things. Our Sustainability Swap, monthly on the first Thursdays, allows you to trade in your lightly used clothing for someone else’s, as well as swap houseplants you might not want to care for. The houseplant portion of the swap is sponsored by Willrett Flower Company.

Freshly washed clothing in adult sizes can be dropped off at the reference desk one week before the program. You’ll receive a ticket for every item you bring, capped at 20 tickets. Bring your tickets to the program and spend them on new-to-you clothes!

Houseplants of all kinds are welcome, but please only bring pots that you are willing to part with. You do not need to drop your plants off in advance. This is a perfect opportunity to divide those overgrown houseplants and share tips with other plant lovers. No tickets are needed for plants.

No registration is required for this program. It is intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact Amy at amyf@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.