On the eve of Halloween, the Boutell Concert Hall overflowed with brightly dressed spectators and terrifying tunes of the past.  The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra held their annual Halloween concert at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and played...

A string quartet moved more than just their bows Tuesday night. They performed moving pieces that left the audience enriched.  The Avalon String Quartet played at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Recital Hall of the Music Building. The quartet included musicians...

“Helldivers 2” has risen from the dangerous depths of obscurity thanks to the final update of the 60-day plan.  Released Oct. 15 and dubbed patch 01.001.104, this update was part of Arrowhead Games Studios’ 60-day plan, a period in which the...

NIU’s Student Veteran Association provides support for students Military and Veteran Services created a space for military students in the Peters Campus Life Building, Room 160, as of January 2020. That space also holds meetings for NIU’s Student...

Attendees dressed on theme or in other halloween costumes for the Irrational Masters shadow cast performance of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”  “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” tells the story of a couple stranded on a stormy night. Brad...

This weekend, enjoy a variety of Halloween-themed events such as an arts and crafts vendor fair, a spooky illusory performance and a dark Shakespearean play among other events.  SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE PRESENTS “MACBETH”  Date and Time:...

The Year of Shadow reaches its apex with the release of the “Dark Beginnings” series to promote the next “Sonic the Hedgehog” game.  “Sonic X Shadow: Dark Beginnings” is a short, three episode YouTube series on the official “Sonic the...

Irrational Masters, a DeKalb production company, will host a live shadow cast performance of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 8 p.m. Friday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.  “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is a classic movie that...

“In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war.”  This iconic tagline, credited to co-creator of the series Rick Priestley, has served as the basis for understanding the world of “Warhammer 40K” since the franchise’s inception.  Despite...

These sour candy grapes, served fresh or frozen, make an easy tart treat.  Whether you’re looking for a sour snack or a dish for a fun party, these will be sure to hit the spot. SOUR CANDY GRAPES: Prep time: 5 minutes Serves 5 to 10 people INGREDIENTS 2...

A new local business brings vintage clothing and community to DeKalb. SommsVintage will have its grand opening from noon to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at 866 W. Lincoln Highway. Founded by co-owners Jordan Sommers and Adam Sexton, this shop offers a variety of...

Jazz could be heard echoing late into the night, paying tribute to a legend of jazz himself.  The NIU School of Music held their first Jazz Faculty Recital of the year at 7 p.m. Monday and kicked it off with a bang.  Paying tribute to Benny Golson,...