October 2008

Globalization and War
Through Oct. 15: Works by Malaquias Montoya entitled "Globalization and War--The Aftermath" will be exhibited through Oct. 15, at the Nehring Gallery, 111 S. Second St., DeKalb (above the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce office). Viewing hours are Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Saturdays, 1-5 p.m.; and by appointment. For more information, visit www.nehringgallery.org; or call (815) 758-6363.

Jonamac Orchard Petting Zoo, Pony Rides
Weekends through Oct. 25-26: Jonamac Orchard will offer a petting zoo and pony rides every weekend through Oct. 25-26. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details.

Jonamac Orchard Haunted Corn Maze
Weekends through Oct. 25-26: Jonamac Orchard will offer its Haunted Corn Maze, beginning when dark, weekends through Oct. 25-26. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details.

Final Stage Coach production
Oct. 2-12: Stage Coach Players production of the 2008 summer season is the comedy “Over the River And Through The Woods.” It will be performed Oct. 2-12, in SCP theatre, 126 S. Fifth St. , DeKalb. For tickets or theatre information, call the box office, (815) 758-1940 or visit www.stagecoachers.com.

“WALL-E” event benefits RAMP
Through Oct. 2: RAMP and Sycamore Theatre have announced that the $2 showing of “WALL-E” at the theater in Sycamore will benefit RAMP. Showings will be Friday, Sept. 26, 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 27-28, 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m.; and Sept. 29-Oct. 2, at 6:30 p.m.

Hospice fund-raiser
Saturday, Oct. 4: For a fun evening of music, food, and drink, everyone is invited to DeKalb County Hospice’s Musical Fundraiser at Blumen Gardens in Sycamore Saturday, Oct. 4, at 5 p.m. Attendees may come early and browse through the wonderful things at Blumen Gardens . The music will begin at 6 p.m. with traditional Celtic music by Mike King and Friends and rockin’ bluegrass by Red Horse. Tickets are $15, with kids under 12 free. Tickets are available at the DeKalb County Hospice office, Blumen Gardens , 403 Edward St. , Sycamore, and the front desk at Kishwaukee Community Hospital . For more information, call DeKalb County Hospice, (815) 756-3000.

NIU at Tennessee
Saturday, Oct. 4: NIU Huskies travel to Knoxville, TN, to play Tennessee. Time to be announced.

Kite Festival
SUNDAY, OCT. 5: Kite Fest is Sunday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Kite Festival means the skies over DeKalb are filled with colorful and imaginative kites of all types and sizes at this popular event. Located in the field known as NIU's "North 40," off Kishwaukee Drive and Lucinda Avenue. Features include kite-making, food vendors, a candy drop for kids and other fun activities. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS.

Jonamac Orchard Antique Farm Equipment Show
Oct. 4-5: Jonamac Orchard feature an Antique Farm Equipment Show Oct. 4-5, with live music Oct. 5. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details.

EWTN Family Celebration in October
Oct. 4-5: The NIU Convocation Center will host EWTN Family Celebration live on Oct. 4-5. Don’t miss a chance to celebrate with all of your EWTN Family including the Poor Clare Nuns and Franciscan Friars. Doors will open at 8 a.m., with opening prayer at 9:30 a.m. The event will feature talks by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, Fr. Benedict Groeschel, Marcus Grodi and more. You’ll have the opportunity to be a part of a live show audience on EWTN’s “Life on the Rock,” attend Mass and meet some of your favorite EWTN hosts. There will be a special area just for kids where they can visit and enjoy EWTN’s “Faith Factory,” and a special performance by Rob Evans “The Donut Man.” The event is free and no tickets are required. Check EWTN’s website at www.ewtn.com for more details or call (205) 795-5820, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Glidden Homestead tours
Sunday, Oct. 5, noon-4 p.m.: Visit the historic site where Joseph F. Glidden invented "The Winner," which was patented Nov. 24, 1874. For more details, see www.gliddenhomestead.org.

Los Rancheros celebrates first anniversary
Oct. 5-6: Los Rancheros, on Sycamore Road , will celebrate its one year anniversary with a Fiesta Sunday-Monday, Oct. 5-6. There will be live mariachis and a tequila tasting booth from 5:30-8:30 p.m., both nights. There will be drink specials both days, and on Monday, the Miller Girls will visit from 7-8 p.m. On Sunday, kids under 12 eat free. For more details, call (815) 758-2200.

DeKalb County Hospice offers grief support group
Starts Oct. 6: General Loss: Bridge of Hope , a grief group for adults who have experienced the death of someone special, meets weekly for six-eight sessions. It offers grief education and support. To register, call (815) 756-3000. There is no cost, but registration is required. The group meets at DeKalb County Hospice, 2727 Sycamore Rd. , DeKalb, Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., beginning Oct. 6.

Book appraisal at DeKalb Library
Sunday, Oct. 5: The DeKalb Public Library will host a book appraisal Sunday, Oct. 5, at 2 p.m. Thomas Joyce, a book appraiser from Joyce & Sons in Chicago, will appraise rare, old, or unusual books in a warm and friendly group setting. All area residents are welcome. Advance registration is required. The cost is $5 per person, with a limit of two books per person. Due to space restriction, only 40 participants allowed. Sign up today at the Reference Desk. For more information, contact Kathy Keyes, (815) 756-9568, ext 26, or at kathyk@dkpl.org.

Egyptian Theatre Horror Movie Week
Oct. 7-10: The historic Egyptian Theatre, downtown DeKalb on North Second Street, will feature a variety of horror movies the week of Oct. 7-10. On Oct. 7, "The Exorcist" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; On Oct. 8, "The Silence of the Lambs" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; On Oct. 9, "Carrie" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; and Oct. 10, "Rocky Horror Picture Show" will be shown at 9 p.m. only, for $10 general admission (NOT ALLOWED: lighters, candles or flames of any kind, large water guns, toast, hot dogs or prunes). For more information, visit www.egyptiantheatre.org call the Egyptian Theatre, (815) 758-1215.

“Little People Big World” celebrity at RAMP luncheon
Thursday, Oct. 9: RAMP’s 18th Annual Changing Attitudes Breaking Barriers Luncheon is Thursday, Oct. 9, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at Cliffbreakers, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. , Rockford . This year’s keynote speaker is Amy Roloff, better known to some as the mom from the TLC reality series “Little People Big World.” The series, going on its fourth season, chronicles the Roloff family on their 34-acre farm near Portland , OR . Roloff truly embodies RAMP’s belief that there are no limits to what you can do. RAMP's luncheon seeks to entertain and educate. The desired result is for people to be more aware and supportive of RAMP's mission–to promote an accessible society that allows and expects full participation by people with disabilities. If you are interested in becoming a luncheon sponsor or wish to purchase tickets (by table or individually), contact Deb Rogers, (815) 968-7467. RAMP is a passionate partner for people with disabilities desiring to live a useful and rewarding life. RAMP advocates the implementation of current laws, promotion of needed legislation and improvement of existing systems for persons with disabilities while working to diminish negative attitudes that threaten to impede equal access. RAMP advocates for and serves people with disabilities out of four offices located in Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago counties.

NIU vs. Miami (OH) at home
Saturday, Oct. 11: NIU Huskies play Miami of Ohio at home in DeKalb. Time to be announced.

Jonamac Orchard October Fest Weekend
Oct. 11-12: Jonamac Orchard feature October Fest Oct. 11-12, with live music Oct. 12. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details.

Candidates’ Nights planned
Oct. 14 and Oct. 16: Save the dates for the DeKalb Chamber-sponsored Candidates’ Nights. Two evening events are planned in order to accommodate the large number of contested races in our area. The first is Tuesday, Oct. 14, with the second Thursday, Oct. 16. Both will be held at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau. Watch for more details.

Spelling Bee in October
Thursday, Oct. 16: Altrusa International of DeKalb/Sycamore and the Daily Chronicle will present the ninth annual DeKalb County Community Spelling Bee Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Best Western Inn & Suites, DeKalb. Check-in and refreshments at 6 p.m., with the Spelling Bee at 7 p.m. Team entry fee is $300. Cheerleaders/spectators pay $3 at the door. Anyone can form a team or be on a team. For more information, contact Susan Springer, (815) 756-4841, ext. 236.

Fall on State in Sycamore
Friday, Oct. 17: Presented by Kishwaukee Family YMCA. Movie shown at dusk in the City Center parking lot. Free movie - "Spiderwick." Bring a lawn chair or blanket, refreshments will be available for donations. (815) 895-3456.

NIU vs. Toledo at home
Saturday, Oct. 18: Homecoming! NIU Huskies play Toledo at home in DeKalb. Game kicks off at 3 p.m.

Chamber Day at NIU football
Saturday, Oct. 18: Don’t miss the excitement of Chamber Day at NIU Huskie Football! Tickets that include tailgating, game ticket and refreshments are $30 per person. The game pits NIU against the Toledo Rockets on Homecoming Day Saturday, Oct. 18. Tailgating begins at 11:30 a.m., and game kickoff at 3 p.m. For tailgating only, tickets are $15. Don’t miss out on fun, food and football! Sponsorships are available. For tickets or sponsorships, call the DeKalb Chamber office, (815) 756-6306. Deadline for tickets is Oct. 10.

NIU Get-on-the-Bus Trips
Saturday, Oct. 18: The NIU Art Museum offers Get-on-the-Bus Trips. All trips depart from the NIU School of Art parking lot, northeast corner of Gilbert and College avenues. Upcoming trips: Saturday, Oct. 18—Pilsen Open Studios 2008. Experience the annual artist-run art walk featuring 60 artists and 30 spaces with open studios, galleries and cafes. Buses are available to take you from place to place within Pilsen. Bus departs from NIU School of Art parking lot at 10:30 a.m., return arrival 9:30 p.m. Registration deadline Tuesday, Oct. 14. On Friday, Nov. 7—SOFA Chicago, the 15th annual International Exposition of Sculptural Objects and Functional Art. Inside Festival Hall of Navy Pier. Bus departs NIU School of Art parking lot at 10:30 a.m., return arrival, 9 p.m. Tickets on your own ($15). Registration deadline Tuesday Nov 4; www.sofaexpo.com. Cost of transportation for all trips: NIU Art Museum members: $12; students/seniors, 65+: $15; others: $18.To register for these trips, stop by the museum, first floor, west end of Altgeld Hall; call (815) 753-1936 or email Diana Arntzen at darntzen@niu.edu or Jo Burke at jburke2@niu.edu. Information online at www.niu.edu/artmuseum. Note: dates and prices of bus trips are subject to change and trips are frequently added throughout the year, so check the website.

NITS enjoys 'Life on the Mississippi' trip
Oct. 22-24: Members and their guests will spend three days on the Mississippi River, Oct. 22-24, and cruise two days on the riverboat Twilight from LeClair to Dubuque, IA. One highlight is a visit to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. The group enjoys a buffet lunch the first day in the Quad-cities while visiting the Eero Saarinen designed world headquarters for John Deere and the Blackhawk Historic Site. A dinner theater production of “The Full Monty” ends the first day. The morning of the second day, board the riverboat Twilight to cruise up the river enjoying meals and snacks along the way. Going through two sets of locks on the way helps learn how the river is navigable at various times of the year. Barges, other river traffic and birds will be observed from the riverboat including Bald Eagles. The coach will leave DeKalb Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 8 a.m., and return Friday, Oct. 24, about 7 p.m. To reserve your place or for questions, contact Steven Johnson, travelsociety@hotmail.com, or call CarderTravel, (815) 756-1547.

Jonamac Orchard October Fest Weekend
Oct. 18-19: Jonamac Orchard feature October Fest Oct. 18-19, with live music Oct. 19. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details.

Glidden Homestead tours
Sunday, Oct. 19, noon-4 p.m.: Visit the historic site where Joseph F. Glidden invented "The Winner," which was patented Nov. 24, 1874. For more details, see www.gliddenhomestead.org.

Downtown Sycamore Trick or Treating
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4:30-6 p.m.: Visit the downtown area for a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience.

Hinckley Fall Decorating Contest
Oct. 22: Hinckley Parks and Recreation Program is sponsoring a Festive Fall Residential Decorating Contest, with judging Wednesday, Oct. 22. Four winning residential displays will receive $25 in Hinckley Bucks. Awards will be given in four categories: Scarecrow (best use of a scarecrow), Halloween (scariest place), Thanksgiving (bounty of the season), Cornucopia (most creative). No registration is needed. Judges will notify the winners and addresses will be posted at the Village Office and Hinckley Community Building.

“Historic Homes of DeKalb County” premiere and reception
Thursday, Oct. 23: Plan now to attend “Historic Homes of DeKalb County” a wine tasting event followed by the premiere showing of Jim Barker’s “Historic Homes of DeKalb County” on the big screen at Sycamore State Street Theatre. The fund-raising event to benefit the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center is Thursday, Oct. 23. Wine tasting, with delicious hors d’oeuvres, begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the movie at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 for wine/hors d’oeuvres/movie. If the event is not sold out, $10 movie-only tickets will be sold at 6:45 p.m. Four years in the making, Barker’s 65-minute DVD features 37 sites in DeKalb County , based on Steve Bigolin’s book A Journey Through DeKalb County. Barker will have copies of the DVD available for sale that night, and Bigolin will sign books. Tickets are available at the DeKalb Chamber office or call Kathy Siebrasse, (815) 751-2995, Glidden Homestead, (815) 756-7904, or email gliddenhomestead@juno.com. The theater seats 220 people; and a sell-out is anticipated.

Pumpkin Festival & 10K Road Race
Oct. 22-26: The lawn of the courthouse is filled with hundreds and hundreds of pumpkins that are carved, painted and created by area children. Food, crafts, contests, fun and more culminate in a gigantic parade through town. Last full weekend in October. Click here for detailed information about the 10K; Click here to register for the 10K now. For more information about Pumpkin Festival, visit www.sycamorepumpkinfestival.com.

Free business breakfast
Thursday, Oct. 23: OSHA Recordable Criteria, sponsored by Kishwaukee Corporate Health, is the topic of the Free Business Breakfast for all area employers Thursday, Oct. 23, 7:30-9 a.m., at Kishwaukee Hospital’s Roberts Conference Center. This free seminar on the OSHA recordkeeping standards is presented by Nancy Quick, OSHA compliance specialist from the North Aurora OSHA office. A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is included. Call (815) 754-4882 or visit www.kishcorporatehealth.com for more information or to reserve your seat.

Egyptian Theatre haunted "Amenti"
Oct. 24-Nov. 1: Amenti is the Egyptian Goddess guarding the world of the dead. Within her gates lie the horrors of the Egyptian underworld. Terror after terror await those who dare to enter. But be careful, Amenti jealously guards her gates and assures that no one escapes. The event at the Egyptian Theatre, downtown DeKalb on North Second Street, features more than 20 different scenes on 6 different levels! Proceeds help ongoing operations and building improvement of the historic theater. Amenti will be open Oct. 24-Nov. 1, 7-11 p.m. For more information, visit www.amenti.info or call the Egyptian Theatre, (815)758-1215.

NIU vs. Bowling Green State at home
Saturday, Oct. 25: NIU Huskies play Bowling Green State at home in DeKalb. Time to be announced.

Downtown DeKalb Spooktacular
Saturday, Oct. 25: Visit downtown DeKalb for the trick-or-treating event of the year, featuring store to store goodies.

Hinckley-Big Rock-Sugar Grove Halloween Fest
Saturday, Oct. 25: The 2008 Halloween Fest is Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-9:30 p.m., at Plowman Park in Big Rock. It is supported by the villages of Hinckley, Big Rock and Sugar Grove, in addition to many area businesses, individual donors and volunteers. For complete details, visit www.halloween-fest.com.

World War I & II posters displayed
Oct. 27-Jan. 24: John Wright's collection of World War I and World War II-era movie posters will be on display Oct. 27-Jan. 24, at the Nehring Gallery, 111 S. Second St., DeKalb (above the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce office). For more information, visit www.nehringgallery.org; or call (815) 758-6363.


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Home Attractions Dining Lodging Events Shopping Conference Facilities Meeting Planners Links Contact Us Site Map	Calendar November 2008 October 2008 Globalization and War Through Oct. 15: Works by Malaquias Montoya entitled "Globalization and War--The Aftermath" will be exhibited through Oct. 15, at the Nehring Gallery, 111 S. Second St., DeKalb (above the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce office). Viewing hours are Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Saturdays, 1-5 p.m.; and by appointment. For more information, visit www.nehringgallery.org; or call (815) 758-6363. Jonamac Orchard Petting Zoo, Pony Rides Weekends through Oct. 25-26: Jonamac Orchard will offer a petting zoo and pony rides every weekend through Oct. 25-26. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details. Jonamac Orchard Haunted Corn Maze Weekends through Oct. 25-26: Jonamac Orchard will offer its Haunted Corn Maze, beginning when dark, weekends through Oct. 25-26. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details. Final Stage Coach production Oct. 2-12: Stage Coach Players production of the 2008 summer season is the comedy “Over the River And Through The Woods.” It will be performed Oct. 2-12, in SCP theatre, 126 S. Fifth St. , DeKalb. For tickets or theatre information, call the box office, (815) 758-1940 or visit www.stagecoachers.com. “WALL-E” event benefits RAMP Through Oct. 2: RAMP and Sycamore Theatre have announced that the $2 showing of “WALL-E” at the theater in Sycamore will benefit RAMP. Showings will be Friday, Sept. 26, 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 27-28, 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m.; and Sept. 29-Oct. 2, at 6:30 p.m. Hospice fund-raiser Saturday, Oct. 4: For a fun evening of music, food, and drink, everyone is invited to DeKalb County Hospice’s Musical Fundraiser at Blumen Gardens in Sycamore Saturday, Oct. 4, at 5 p.m. Attendees may come early and browse through the wonderful things at Blumen Gardens . The music will begin at 6 p.m. with traditional Celtic music by Mike King and Friends and rockin’ bluegrass by Red Horse. Tickets are $15, with kids under 12 free. Tickets are available at the DeKalb County Hospice office, Blumen Gardens , 403 Edward St. , Sycamore, and the front desk at Kishwaukee Community Hospital . For more information, call DeKalb County Hospice, (815) 756-3000. NIU at Tennessee Saturday, Oct. 4: NIU Huskies travel to Knoxville, TN, to play Tennessee. Time to be announced. Kite Festival SUNDAY, OCT. 5: Kite Fest is Sunday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Kite Festival means the skies over DeKalb are filled with colorful and imaginative kites of all types and sizes at this popular event. Located in the field known as NIU's "North 40," off Kishwaukee Drive and Lucinda Avenue. Features include kite-making, food vendors, a candy drop for kids and other fun activities. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS. Jonamac Orchard Antique Farm Equipment Show Oct. 4-5: Jonamac Orchard feature an Antique Farm Equipment Show Oct. 4-5, with live music Oct. 5. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details. EWTN Family Celebration in October Oct. 4-5: The NIU Convocation Center will host EWTN Family Celebration live on Oct. 4-5. Don’t miss a chance to celebrate with all of your EWTN Family including the Poor Clare Nuns and Franciscan Friars. Doors will open at 8 a.m., with opening prayer at 9:30 a.m. The event will feature talks by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, Fr. Benedict Groeschel, Marcus Grodi and more. You’ll have the opportunity to be a part of a live show audience on EWTN’s “Life on the Rock,” attend Mass and meet some of your favorite EWTN hosts. There will be a special area just for kids where they can visit and enjoy EWTN’s “Faith Factory,” and a special performance by Rob Evans “The Donut Man.” The event is free and no tickets are required. Check EWTN’s website at www.ewtn.com for more details or call (205) 795-5820, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Glidden Homestead tours Sunday, Oct. 5, noon-4 p.m.: Visit the historic site where Joseph F. Glidden invented "The Winner," which was patented Nov. 24, 1874. For more details, see www.gliddenhomestead.org. Los Rancheros celebrates first anniversary Oct. 5-6: Los Rancheros, on Sycamore Road , will celebrate its one year anniversary with a Fiesta Sunday-Monday, Oct. 5-6. There will be live mariachis and a tequila tasting booth from 5:30-8:30 p.m., both nights. There will be drink specials both days, and on Monday, the Miller Girls will visit from 7-8 p.m. On Sunday, kids under 12 eat free. For more details, call (815) 758-2200. DeKalb County Hospice offers grief support group Starts Oct. 6: General Loss: Bridge of Hope , a grief group for adults who have experienced the death of someone special, meets weekly for six-eight sessions. It offers grief education and support. To register, call (815) 756-3000. There is no cost, but registration is required. The group meets at DeKalb County Hospice, 2727 Sycamore Rd. , DeKalb, Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., beginning Oct. 6. Book appraisal at DeKalb Library Sunday, Oct. 5: The DeKalb Public Library will host a book appraisal Sunday, Oct. 5, at 2 p.m. Thomas Joyce, a book appraiser from Joyce & Sons in Chicago, will appraise rare, old, or unusual books in a warm and friendly group setting. All area residents are welcome. Advance registration is required. The cost is $5 per person, with a limit of two books per person. Due to space restriction, only 40 participants allowed. Sign up today at the Reference Desk. For more information, contact Kathy Keyes, (815) 756-9568, ext 26, or at kathyk@dkpl.org. Egyptian Theatre Horror Movie Week Oct. 7-10: The historic Egyptian Theatre, downtown DeKalb on North Second Street, will feature a variety of horror movies the week of Oct. 7-10. On Oct. 7, "The Exorcist" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; On Oct. 8, "The Silence of the Lambs" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; On Oct. 9, "Carrie" will be shown at 6 and 9 p.m.; and Oct. 10, "Rocky Horror Picture Show" will be shown at 9 p.m. only, for $10 general admission (NOT ALLOWED: lighters, candles or flames of any kind, large water guns, toast, hot dogs or prunes). For more information, visit www.egyptiantheatre.org call the Egyptian Theatre, (815) 758-1215. “Little People Big World” celebrity at RAMP luncheon Thursday, Oct. 9: RAMP’s 18th Annual Changing Attitudes Breaking Barriers Luncheon is Thursday, Oct. 9, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at Cliffbreakers, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. , Rockford . This year’s keynote speaker is Amy Roloff, better known to some as the mom from the TLC reality series “Little People Big World.” The series, going on its fourth season, chronicles the Roloff family on their 34-acre farm near Portland , OR . Roloff truly embodies RAMP’s belief that there are no limits to what you can do. RAMP's luncheon seeks to entertain and educate. The desired result is for people to be more aware and supportive of RAMP's mission–to promote an accessible society that allows and expects full participation by people with disabilities. If you are interested in becoming a luncheon sponsor or wish to purchase tickets (by table or individually), contact Deb Rogers, (815) 968-7467. RAMP is a passionate partner for people with disabilities desiring to live a useful and rewarding life. RAMP advocates the implementation of current laws, promotion of needed legislation and improvement of existing systems for persons with disabilities while working to diminish negative attitudes that threaten to impede equal access. RAMP advocates for and serves people with disabilities out of four offices located in Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago counties. NIU vs. Miami (OH) at home Saturday, Oct. 11: NIU Huskies play Miami of Ohio at home in DeKalb. Time to be announced. Jonamac Orchard October Fest Weekend Oct. 11-12: Jonamac Orchard feature October Fest Oct. 11-12, with live music Oct. 12. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details. Candidates’ Nights planned Oct. 14 and Oct. 16: Save the dates for the DeKalb Chamber-sponsored Candidates’ Nights. Two evening events are planned in order to accommodate the large number of contested races in our area. The first is Tuesday, Oct. 14, with the second Thursday, Oct. 16. Both will be held at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau. Watch for more details. Spelling Bee in October Thursday, Oct. 16: Altrusa International of DeKalb/Sycamore and the Daily Chronicle will present the ninth annual DeKalb County Community Spelling Bee Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Best Western Inn & Suites, DeKalb. Check-in and refreshments at 6 p.m., with the Spelling Bee at 7 p.m. Team entry fee is $300. Cheerleaders/spectators pay $3 at the door. Anyone can form a team or be on a team. For more information, contact Susan Springer, (815) 756-4841, ext. 236. Fall on State in Sycamore Friday, Oct. 17: Presented by Kishwaukee Family YMCA. Movie shown at dusk in the City Center parking lot. Free movie - "Spiderwick." Bring a lawn chair or blanket, refreshments will be available for donations. (815) 895-3456. NIU vs. Toledo at home Saturday, Oct. 18: Homecoming! NIU Huskies play Toledo at home in DeKalb. Game kicks off at 3 p.m. Chamber Day at NIU football Saturday, Oct. 18: Don’t miss the excitement of Chamber Day at NIU Huskie Football! Tickets that include tailgating, game ticket and refreshments are $30 per person. The game pits NIU against the Toledo Rockets on Homecoming Day Saturday, Oct. 18. Tailgating begins at 11:30 a.m., and game kickoff at 3 p.m. For tailgating only, tickets are $15. Don’t miss out on fun, food and football! Sponsorships are available. For tickets or sponsorships, call the DeKalb Chamber office, (815) 756-6306. Deadline for tickets is Oct. 10. NIU Get-on-the-Bus Trips Saturday, Oct. 18: The NIU Art Museum offers Get-on-the-Bus Trips. All trips depart from the NIU School of Art parking lot, northeast corner of Gilbert and College avenues. Upcoming trips: Saturday, Oct. 18—Pilsen Open Studios 2008. Experience the annual artist-run art walk featuring 60 artists and 30 spaces with open studios, galleries and cafes. Buses are available to take you from place to place within Pilsen. Bus departs from NIU School of Art parking lot at 10:30 a.m., return arrival 9:30 p.m. Registration deadline Tuesday, Oct. 14. On Friday, Nov. 7—SOFA Chicago, the 15th annual International Exposition of Sculptural Objects and Functional Art. Inside Festival Hall of Navy Pier. Bus departs NIU School of Art parking lot at 10:30 a.m., return arrival, 9 p.m. Tickets on your own ($15). Registration deadline Tuesday Nov 4; www.sofaexpo.com. Cost of transportation for all trips: NIU Art Museum members: $12; students/seniors, 65+: $15; others: $18.To register for these trips, stop by the museum, first floor, west end of Altgeld Hall; call (815) 753-1936 or email Diana Arntzen at darntzen@niu.edu or Jo Burke at jburke2@niu.edu. Information online at www.niu.edu/artmuseum. Note: dates and prices of bus trips are subject to change and trips are frequently added throughout the year, so check the website. NITS enjoys 'Life on the Mississippi' trip Oct. 22-24: Members and their guests will spend three days on the Mississippi River, Oct. 22-24, and cruise two days on the riverboat Twilight from LeClair to Dubuque, IA. One highlight is a visit to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. The group enjoys a buffet lunch the first day in the Quad-cities while visiting the Eero Saarinen designed world headquarters for John Deere and the Blackhawk Historic Site. A dinner theater production of “The Full Monty” ends the first day. The morning of the second day, board the riverboat Twilight to cruise up the river enjoying meals and snacks along the way. Going through two sets of locks on the way helps learn how the river is navigable at various times of the year. Barges, other river traffic and birds will be observed from the riverboat including Bald Eagles. The coach will leave DeKalb Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 8 a.m., and return Friday, Oct. 24, about 7 p.m. To reserve your place or for questions, contact Steven Johnson, travelsociety@hotmail.com, or call CarderTravel, (815) 756-1547. Jonamac Orchard October Fest Weekend Oct. 18-19: Jonamac Orchard feature October Fest Oct. 18-19, with live music Oct. 19. The orchard is located at 19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta. Orchard store hours 7 days a week are 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with Corn Maze hours Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. The barn yard, Apple Train and Apple Launcher hours are Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Visit www.JonamacOrchard.com for more details. Glidden Homestead tours Sunday, Oct. 19, noon-4 p.m.: Visit the historic site where Joseph F. Glidden invented "The Winner," which was patented Nov. 24, 1874. For more details, see www.gliddenhomestead.org. Downtown Sycamore Trick or Treating Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4:30-6 p.m.: Visit the downtown area for a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience. Hinckley Fall Decorating Contest Oct. 22: Hinckley Parks and Recreation Program is sponsoring a Festive Fall Residential Decorating Contest, with judging Wednesday, Oct. 22. Four winning residential displays will receive $25 in Hinckley Bucks. Awards will be given in four categories: Scarecrow (best use of a scarecrow), Halloween (scariest place), Thanksgiving (bounty of the season), Cornucopia (most creative). No registration is needed. Judges will notify the winners and addresses will be posted at the Village Office and Hinckley Community Building. “Historic Homes of DeKalb County” premiere and reception Thursday, Oct. 23: Plan now to attend “Historic Homes of DeKalb County” a wine tasting event followed by the premiere showing of Jim Barker’s “Historic Homes of DeKalb County” on the big screen at Sycamore State Street Theatre. The fund-raising event to benefit the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center is Thursday, Oct. 23. Wine tasting, with delicious hors d’oeuvres, begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the movie at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 for wine/hors d’oeuvres/movie. If the event is not sold out, $10 movie-only tickets will be sold at 6:45 p.m. Four years in the making, Barker’s 65-minute DVD features 37 sites in DeKalb County , based on Steve Bigolin’s book A Journey Through DeKalb County. Barker will have copies of the DVD available for sale that night, and Bigolin will sign books. Tickets are available at the DeKalb Chamber office or call Kathy Siebrasse, (815) 751-2995, Glidden Homestead, (815) 756-7904, or email gliddenhomestead@juno.com. The theater seats 220 people; and a sell-out is anticipated. Pumpkin Festival & 10K Road Race Oct. 22-26: The lawn of the courthouse is filled with hundreds and hundreds of pumpkins that are carved, painted and created by area children. Food, crafts, contests, fun and more culminate in a gigantic parade through town. Last full weekend in October. Click here for detailed information about the 10K; Click here to register for the 10K now. For more information about Pumpkin Festival, visit www.sycamorepumpkinfestival.com. Free business breakfast Thursday, Oct. 23: OSHA Recordable Criteria, sponsored by Kishwaukee Corporate Health, is the topic of the Free Business Breakfast for all area employers Thursday, Oct. 23, 7:30-9 a.m., at Kishwaukee Hospital’s Roberts Conference Center. This free seminar on the OSHA recordkeeping standards is presented by Nancy Quick, OSHA compliance specialist from the North Aurora OSHA office. A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is included. Call (815) 754-4882 or visit www.kishcorporatehealth.com for more information or to reserve your seat. Egyptian Theatre haunted "Amenti" Oct. 24-Nov. 1: Amenti is the Egyptian Goddess guarding the world of the dead. Within her gates lie the horrors of the Egyptian underworld. Terror after terror await those who dare to enter. But be careful, Amenti jealously guards her gates and assures that no one escapes. The event at the Egyptian Theatre, downtown DeKalb on North Second Street, features more than 20 different scenes on 6 different levels! Proceeds help ongoing operations and building improvement of the historic theater. Amenti will be open Oct. 24-Nov. 1, 7-11 p.m. For more information, visit www.amenti.info or call the Egyptian Theatre, (815)758-1215. NIU vs. Bowling Green State at home Saturday, Oct. 25: NIU Huskies play Bowling Green State at home in DeKalb. Time to be announced. Downtown DeKalb Spooktacular Saturday, Oct. 25: Visit downtown DeKalb for the trick-or-treating event of the year, featuring store to store goodies. Hinckley-Big Rock-Sugar Grove Halloween Fest Saturday, Oct. 25: The 2008 Halloween Fest is Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-9:30 p.m., at Plowman Park in Big Rock. It is supported by the villages of Hinckley, Big Rock and Sugar Grove, in addition to many area businesses, individual donors and volunteers. For complete details, visit www.halloween-fest.com. World War I & II posters displayed Oct. 27-Jan. 24: John Wright's collection of World War I and World War II-era movie posters will be on display Oct. 27-Jan. 24, at the Nehring Gallery, 111 S. Second St., DeKalb (above the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce office). For more information, visit www.nehringgallery.org; or call (815) 758-6363.
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