Community Calendar

Children and their caregivers are invited to use their senses to investigate the element of earth! Dress for the weather because we will take a nature walk, as well as enjoy story time indoors. This program is geared for young children to participate with family members.

The Little Scientists series occurs monthly on the third Thursday and Saturday morning of September, October, and November.

Nature At The Confluence is committed to providing affordable environmental education for our community. We invite you to choose the particiption fee that is most comfortable to you, either $5, $10, or $15 for your family/group. Your participation fee helps offset our cost of supplies and staff time.

Malta Music in the Park
Sound Check Band
Thursday, Sept. 18th 6-8 PM
Press Box Food Truck
Andale Taco Shop
BYOB

Termed, ‘a prominent guitarist,’ by the New York Times and praised by The Washington Post for his ‘astonishingly florid’ improvisations, David Rogers presents an evening of Spanish music, Up-Tempo Latin, The Beatles, flashy settings of Pop Songs, music by J.S. Bach, and original compositions. He also tells many humorous stories about the music.

An endorsing artist for Aquila Strings (Italy), David’s music has been featured in major guitar magazines such as Fingerstyle Guitar in the United States and Akustic Gitarre, in Germany. His solo and ensemble performances have been broadcast on American National Public Radio and Bayrische Rundfunk.

This concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required. Sponsored by the Rick Johns Memorial Fund.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Experience bison, birds and prairie adventures at Nachusa Grasslands Fall Festival! The Nature Conservancy’s Nachusa Grasslands Preserve is home to a herd of more than 100 bison roaming 1,500 acres, as well as a host of other uncommon plants and animals.

The day’s activities include wagon rides through the prairie to look for bison, guided exploration hikes at the Visitor Center and 12 steward-guided tours throughout the preserve that feature scenic photo locations, autumn wildflowers, preserve hideaways, native wildlife, sandstone rock formations and more. Additional attractions include a Discovery Tent, face painting and the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education Live Birds of Prey.

A food truck will be on site with food and beverages. This event will be held rain or shine at the Visitor Center, 2075 Lowden Rd, Franklin Grove, IL.

Whether you come for the bison, the wildflowers or the chance to simply slow down and explore, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land and an appreciation for why it’s worth protecting.

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!!!

When King Ferdinand of Navarre decides he's ready to study, he convinces his three best bros that they should all hole up for three years without distraction. With the stage set all seems fine until a Princess and her posse show up. They are there on state business, but tricky Cupid has other plans. When the studious votaries lay eyes on the Princess and her ladies, they quickly forget all vows and turn poet, promising love and courting in disguise. Flirtations turn to downright hysterics, only to be interrupted by a pageant prepared by the townspeople, before life interrupts the antics and both boys and girls must return to reality.

Stone Soup Shakespeare brings Love's Labour's Lost to life with the help of Barbie, Ken, some music, and a few extra guests. This version even invites the audience to join a game of charades, if they desire, all to help Ferdinand and friends woo the ladies of France.

This performance will be held at Huntley Park at 2nd and Garden Street in DeKalb. Bring blankets, chairs, food, and anything else you’ll need to enjoy Shakespeare in the Park! It is offered in partnership with the DeKalb Park District. All ages are welcome, no registration is required.

In the case of poor weather, the performance will be held at the library.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The price of eggs getting too high? Jennifer Murtoff of Home to Roost Chickens is stopping by the library to offer a hands-on course covering the basics of raising chickens. The program will cover local laws, special needs of chicks, nutrition, coop design, pitfalls to avoid, and much more. Registration required.

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.

Gather ’round the fire with us to roast a s’more before heading indoors to learn about the amazing nocturnal creatures that call The Confluence home. Hear from local Bigfoot investigator, Ron Read, as he pulls back the curtain on the Sasquatch mystery and follows the scientific method to search for answers throughout North America and beyond. Stories, artifacts and equipment from the field will be shared.

This event is geared for ages 6 through adult. Please register below. $5 for indivdual and $10 for family (two or more people attending together)

Enjoy modern variations on classical composers as pianist Chris Prola plays pieces by Bach, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Liszt, Paganini, and more! To help transport us to a more classical time, Chris will perform dressed in traditional 18th century attire.

This free performance requires no registration, and all ages are welcome.

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