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Legendary singer, writer, actor, talk show host and general figure Henry Rollins will take the stage in front of a sold-out crowd to add another spoken word performance to his lengthy résumé Thursday night.

Black Flag alum Henry Rollins takes a break from “eight day work week” to talk about it

March 30, 2011

Punk rock royalty is about to muscle its way into town. Tonight, legendary singer, writer, actor, talk show host and general figure Henry Rollins will take the stage in front of a sold-out crowd to add another spoken word performance to his lengthy résumé....

Legend Haz It will play last DeKalb show for while

March 30, 2011

Only two years in and they've already become legendary. Legend Haz It will celebrate its two-year anniversary by playing a free show at 9 p.m. on Friday at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway. A jazzy septet fronted by MC Keith "Legend Mane" Winford,...

Rock Against Rape will benefit victim empowerment

March 30, 2011

The NIU Women's Resource Center is kicking off April, or Sexual Assault Awareness Month, with some rocking tunes. Rock Against Rape will take place tonight at 6 p.m. at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway. Tickets are $5 and all proceeds will go to...

DeKalb Goodwill helps woman dress like a diva at event

By Troy Doetch | March 29, 2011

DeKALB | When the French coined the term "flea market" in the early 20th century to suggest that secondhand shops were filthy, they had no idea how they would be re-branded. Resale clothing shops have become such an important stop for the modern fashionista...

TremorTone show cancelled by February blizzard rescheduled for Sunday

By DeKalb Scene Staff | March 29, 2011

DeKALB | A local band whose show was cancelled during February's blizzard has confirmed a new date for the performance. TremorTone will open up for the band the Action Blast at the House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, on Sunday at 7 p.m. Also performing...

So much to do in DeKalb this Thursday

By Connor Rice | March 28, 2011

Thirsty Thursday not your thing? This Thursday, NIU and downtown DeKalb will play host to several concerts and performances. With such a wide and striking variety of acts converging on us at the same time, the classic "nothing to do" standby won't be...

Father Corapi’s appearance cancelled at the Convo center

By Connor Rice | March 24, 2011

DeKALB | Father John Corapi’s Sunday appearance at the Convocation Center has been cancelled. According to a press release, Corapi, who was scheduled to speak for a fundraiser through Catholic Charities, has been placed on administrative leave from...

Weekender’s list for March 25

By Chris Krapek | March 24, 2011

DeKALB | Seriously, it was Spring Break just last week. You don’t need to go home. This is the first official weekend of spring and, although it might snow, there’s still plenty of stuff you can do in DeKalb. Here are my choice picks for what you...

College Fashionista writer talks trends

March 23, 2011

The Facebook of fashion has arrived at NIU. College Fashionista is a website created to blog the different fashion styles around campuses. The website was created by Amy Levin while she attended Indiana University. Her passion for blogging led her to...

.38 Special will headline 2011 Corn Fest

By Northern Star Staff | March 23, 2011

Southern rockers .38 Special will headline this year's Corn Fest. The group, which scored big hits in the ‘80s with songs like "Hold on Loosely," "Caught Up in You" and "Second Chance," will close the show on Aug. 27. Corn Fest organizers also announced...

A funny thing for all ages

A funny thing for all ages

March 23, 2011

A number of adjectives could be applied to a 1960s pseudo-Roman farce crammed with slaves, eunuchs and whores. But Sue Johnson, director of the Stage Coach Players' production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," says that the show is...

A guide to eating at NIU

By Troy Doetch | March 22, 2011

DeKALB | There are a few reasons to have lunch on-campus: cafés are within walking distance from your classes, they can be cheaper than the corporate alternative, and you've already shelled out cash for Huskie Bucks which are burning a hole in your pocket....