Community Calendar

You can make music! In this month’s Family Fun Science, we’ll be using our science knowledge and basic recycled materials to make musical instruments. You’ll see that musical instruments don’t have to be fancy or expensive. All it takes is basic knowledge of what makes sound and materials to make those vibrations happen.

After a time of building, we’ll have a jam session where we can all play together.

The program is limited to the first 30 children to arrive.

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

There is more to a creek that initially meets the eye! Join a BCCD educator on a family-friendly creek walk to explore Kinnikinnick Creek at Kinnikinnick Creek Conservation Area. We will keep our eyes peeled for organisms big and small that call this creek home! Meet at the Parkview North Shelter/parking lot.

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for walking in the stream. Children must be accompanied by an adult. *This program will be cancelled if water levels are too high for safe exploring.

Registration is required. To register, email dgrelecki@bccdil.org or call 815-547-7935.

The Magic of John Westford
SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026 | 7:00 PM

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(All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order)
John Westford is an American illusionist, master magician, and actor who has dazzled audiences in theaters nationwide, on national television, and on cruise ships all over the world!

John’s resume is as impressive as his mind-bending illusions, but what really sets him apart is his quick wit. His ability to ad-lib and improvise in the moment is second to none, making each show one of a kind!

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*Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Box Office Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software.

Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue.

Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.

Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.

Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org
Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.

Register on the first day of Summer Reading for Read, White and Blue! Resource Bank will be in the lobby to distribute bookmarks and treats between 10:00 and 1:00 p.m. Children may then collect a clock sheet to track their reading, and they will be set to earn reading rewards and enjoy a summer of reading and other colorful activities at the library.

Teens and adults may also register for Summer Reading beginning June 1.

Summer reading is free and open to all.

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

Open call to young local artists entering grades 3-6! Showcase your talent at our 2nd Annual Children’s Art and Poetry Gala. In honor of our countries' 250th birthday, our theme for 2026 is, “What does freedom mean to you?” Children’s artwork and poetry will be professionally displayed in our main lobby, accompanied by music and refreshments.

Please see below for entry rules and regulations.

This event is sponsored, in part, by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library and Jubilee Artisans.

Official Rules and Regulations

Open to children entering grades 3-6.
Participants must bring entries to the Youth Services department for “in-person” registration.
All entries must be of appropriate content and language for public viewing and approved by Youth Services staff.
All entries must be submitted and approved by 4pm Friday, May 22nd, 2026, to be included in the Gala event.
The “What Does Freedom Mean?” theme is encouraged, but artwork and poetry may consist of other subjects as well.
All entries must be original content and artwork, by the named artist.
All artwork entries must be no larger than 24”x 24”, and no smaller than 6”x 6” for proper formatting.
All poetry must be 100 words or less for proper formatting.
All participants and their legal guardian must sign a release waiver from damages at registration.
All 2D art must be matted for display. Assistance with this is available after signing the release form, from any damage to artwork that may result from matting.
For any questions, please contact Stormy in the Youth Services department at (815)756-9568 ext. 3310 or stormye@dkpl.org.

Step into the role of a paleontologist and uncover hidden treasures in our hands-on fossil dig! Each participant gets their own mini “dig site” and tools to carefully excavate and reveal what’s buried beneath the sand. Whether you’re a quick discoverer or a patient explorer, everyone can dig at their own pace and take home the fossils they find. It’s a fun, tactile adventure that brings prehistoric discovery to life! This program is free and open to the public. Recommended age five and older.

Drop in to learn how you can contribute to science and document wildlife in our prairie! Open to all ages, participants may monitor our monarch population, check the snake boards, learn to identify plants, and get inspired by the majestic midwest prairie ecosystem.

RSVP online to receive a reminder email and updates on what’s blooming in our prairie.

Join us for a hands-on program featuring dinosaur stories and exploration of what made these prehistoric creatures so unique. After storytime, participants will take part in a simple craft activity where they can build their own dinosaur to take home out of air-dry clay. This program is free and open to the public. Recommended age five and older.

Do your kids need something positive, fun, and engaging this summer? 4-H staff, McHenry County Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom teachers, and 4-H Ambassadors are offering a summer 4-H club experience that introduces youth to a variety of exciting 4-H project areas in a relaxed, summer setting.

What Will Youth Explore?

This summer club provides a glimpse into the 4-H program and encourages independent learning through engaging, hands-on activities:
Agriculture Adventures:
McHenry County Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom instructors will share a short lesson and activity each session.
Outdoor Exploration:
Learn about birds, reptiles, mammals, and insects through games and hands-on experiences.
STEM Challenges:
Explore science, technology, engineering, and math with fun problem-solving activities.
Cultural & Creative Arts:
Express creativity through art and cultural activities.
Promoting Self-Care:
Emphasis on social-emotional health and proper nutrition.

The CASA Color Run is a fun, family-friendly 5K! Walk, jog or sprint - anything is fine so long as you have fun! Stick around after the race for music, snacks and water. Registration is $30 for ages 13+, $20 for ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Sycamore/CASAColorRun.