Arcomusical is hosting its annual Transformation Through Rhythm percussion concert to fundraise the 10th anniversary for Give DeKalb County.
The non-profit organization dedicated to spreading the knowledge and music of the berimbau, an Afro-Brazilian...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| February 14, 2023
Editor’s Note: This review will contain spoilers, so read with caution or watch the film and come back later.
Kenya Barris’ “You People,” which premiered on Netflix Jan. 27, provides laughs but contains very little depth, though not for lack...
By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor
| February 14, 2023
Celebrate Black authors this month with these enchanting, thrill-seeking novels.
A diversity baseline survey conducted by Lee & Low Books in 2019 showed that in the book publishing industry, only 5% of authors are Black and 76% of authors are white....
By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor
| February 13, 2023
Pockets of chatter filled the Sally Stevens Players Theater. Director Stanton Davis’ voice could be heard just above the crowd, telling a performer’s partner that “she’s a little badass.”
With the lights dimming, a figure in a red robe...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| February 13, 2023
The influential songwriter and composer Burt Bacharach died Wednesday.
Bacharach began his long, fruitful career in the early 1950s, working as a pianist for popular artists such as Vic Damone and Steve Lawrence. He met lyricist Hal David in 1957...
After love songs in honor of Valentine’s Day last week, this week we're doing heart-break songs.
Nick’s picks
Jeff Buckley - “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over”
Joy Division - “Love Will Tear Us Apart”
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Valentine’s Day is upon us! Even those without a significant other can practice perhaps the most important kind of love this week: self-love. Here are the dos and don’ts for each sign this week.
Aries (March 21 - April 20)
Unlearn...
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Marvel’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” releases in theaters on Feb. 17, a date that Marvel fans already have marked in their calendars. The film explores Marvel’s quantum realm, a dimension parallel to...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| February 9, 2023
Act of Grace, a DeKalb organization that provides support to children with epilepsy, has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Pacific Life Foundation.
Founded in 2019, Act of Grace offers social and emotional support resources to youths with epilepsy,...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| February 9, 2023
DeKALB – NIU students were treated to a memorable night of comedy on Wednesday, courtesy of new “Saturday Night Live” cast members Devon Walker and Michael Longfellow.
The two up-and-coming comedians performed at the Boutell Memorial Concert...
By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
| February 8, 2023
NIU STEAM will host a presentation on the science of flirting as a part of a lecture series called STEM Cafe. This cafe event is to take place at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 15 at Fatty’s Pub and Grille.
This presentation looks at the nuanced and complex nature...
Roses are red, violets are blue, here are some sweet recipes to gain those holiday woos.
Raspberry Lemon Cake
A cake can certainly be one of the most time-consuming desserts to make; however, it’s worth it in the end. This raspberry lemon cake is...
