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A prop throne sits in the middle of a stage. NIU's School of Theatre and Dance's current play, "Mary Stuart," featured no physical set besides the throne, instead relying on lighting to create the set. (Tyler Gordon | Northern Star)

‘Mary Stuart’ braves the stage

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 6, 2024

Political obligations, human nature and the emotional pain of not knowing what choices to make highlight “Mary Stuart,” a tale that depicts the best and worst of people in a two and a half hour runtime. Friday night, NIU saw the opening of its...

Attendees of the "Eat Your Word" poetry event listen to a speaker. The event was hosted at the DeKalb Country History Center, 1730 N. Main St., Sycamore. (Tyler Gordon | Northern Star)

History Center sets the table for local poets

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 6, 2024

DeKalb county community members came together to explore the simple but powerful sentiment behind sharing food Thursday evening. The DeKalb County History Center hosted a community poetry event, “Eat Your Words,” in conjunction with their newest...

A red sign hangs on the DeKalb Country History Center, located at 1730 N. Main St. in Sycamore. The center will host the "Eat Your Words" poetry event at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. (Northern Star File Photo)

Discuss food at ‘Eat Your Words’ poetry event

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 3, 2024

The DeKalb County History Center is hosting an event from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. this Thursday, based around their collaborative exhibit “Food: Gathering Around the Table.” Located at 1730 N. Main St. in Sycamore, “Eat Your Words: Food and Poetry”...

A table holds shirts and various items for sale. The Makers Collective is a small business that sells handmade goods. (Courtesy of Joni Peterson)

Create crafts and classes at Makers Collective

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 2, 2024

For fans of handmade goods and supporters of small businesses, look no further than the women-owned company 35:35 Makers Collective. Makers Collective, located at 265 W. Peace Road, Sycamore, boasts a collage of decorative items, pieces of art and...

Weekend Rundown: Orchestra and ‘Corn Classic’ grace DeKalb

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 27, 2024

This weekend, annual events such as the DeKalb Corn Classic and STEMFEST return along with a concert to celebrate Latino Heritage Month and a basketball tournament for anyone looking to earn some quick cash. NIU PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA CONCERT Date...

A stage sits at Hopkins Park, located at 1403 Sycamore Road. On Saturday, the park hosted the Burning Cicada Arts and Music Festival. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

‘Burning Cicada Festival’ offers a hand against addiction

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 22, 2024

A cool breeze blew as the scorching sun touched Hopkins Park and the comforting tune of instruments danced along the breeze, marking the start of the Burning Cicada Arts and Music Festival.  From 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in Hopkins Park, the Burning...

A poster for the Burning Cicada arts and music festival hangs on a wall. The festival will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Burning Cicada Festival welcomes DeKalb community

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 17, 2024

The Burning Cicada Festival will return to embrace the DeKalb community this Saturday and invites you to check out some of their activities, guest speakers and food vendors.  From 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in Hopkins Park, the annual Burning Cicada...

A large reflective sheet lays on the ground, creating waves on the two nearby walls due to the crafted tarnish on a quarter of the sheet. The art gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

New exhibit plays with light, color

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 16, 2024

As you take your first step inside, light and color surround you. Your eyes open wide to take it all in.  These are but some of the feelings invoked by entering the new exhibit, “that which you fear, being a soul and unable to speak (for Louise...

Bailey, a 6-year-old mixed breed dog, sits on the floor. Bailey is available for adoption at Tails Humane Society. (Courtesy of Tails Humane Society)

Tails’ Pet of the Week: Bailey

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 16, 2024

Looking for a friendly face to follow you through fall? Meet Bailey, a lovable 6-year-old dog searching for her forever home. Bailey is a fully spayed black and white mixed breed dog who would be most comfortable in a calm environment, preferably with...

Finance major Natalie Tananal (from left), biochem major Gabriel Chanthalagsy, alumni Robin Diamzon, and psychology major Nathaniel Nguyen are seen on stage performing. Boba Haus performs a fusion of hip-hop, Rock, R&B, and Indie Rock. (Brooke Schliephake | Northern Star)

Boba is in the Haus

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 15, 2024

The Huskie Den bustled with action as its stage welcomed the musical arts of an NIU student-led band, Boba Haus.  Formed in September 2023, the band was back on stage at 8:30 p.m. Friday boasting musical stylings with inspirations drawing from their...

 A disc golf basket goal sits Wednesday afternoon at Prairie Park in DeKalb. The first hole of the disc golf course is a Par 3 that is 242 yards. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

Disc golf helps to de-stress

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 11, 2024

College shouldn’t have students drowning in a sea of research papers and part-time jobs. It is important to remember to give yourself a break and have some fun every once in a while.  There are a plethora of outdoor activities students can engage...

The Newman Catholic Student Center sits on a sunny day. For those looking for religious spaces near NIU's campus, the center is located next to the Peters Campus Life Building. (Northern Star File Photo)

Find religious community away from home

By Brynn Krug, Lifestyle Editor | September 10, 2024

For those moving to DeKalb, you might be leaving behind not just your family but also your church and place of community. A community of like-minded people and the space to practice your preferred religion is important, especially when establishing yourself...