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The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., has its lights on while the sun sets around it. The Egyptian Theatre will show six Halloween-related movies during the moth of October. (Northern Star File Photo)

Frightening fall films at the Egyptian Theatre

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 29, 2024

If you're looking for a good way to get your fill of ghosts, ghouls and ghastly creatures this Halloween season, set your eyes on the silver screen of DeKalb's historic Egyptian Theatre. This October, the Egyptian Theatre, located at 135 N. Second...

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 hand holds a drawing for Inktober. Inktober is a yearly challenge to draw every day in October. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Get your pens ready, Inktober returns

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 27, 2024

Artists, get your pens ready. October is almost upon us, and you know that means, Inktober draws near.   For the uninitiated, Inktober is a month-long drawing challenge where artists draw in ink, either physically or digitally, each day in October....

Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center sits at 231 N. Annie Glidden Road. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Diamond Jubilee Gala will take place here at 6 p.m. Saturday.(Northern Star File Photo)

Epsilon Phi celebrates 60 years at NIU

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 25, 2024

This weekend, the Epsilon Phi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will host a series of events to celebrate their 60th anniversary of being at NIU.  Events will run on campus from Friday to Sunday. All are welcome to learn about the chapter's...

National Pan-Hellenic organizations facilitate social, community growth

By Brynn Krug, Lifestyle Editor | September 25, 2024

The National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities and sororities, also referred to as the Divine Nine, are historically Black organizations focused on making connections, developing leadership, community service, social impact and academic success. The...

A poster for the “At Play” exhibit hangs in DuSable. This exhibit will open Thursday at the Pick Museum of Anthropology. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

New exhibit highlights human play

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 24, 2024

Play, whether it be with various toys, games, sports or recreational competitions, is a fundamental aspect of the human experience.   This theme is at the heart of NIU’s latest upcoming exhibit “At Play,” which has its opening reception Thursday...

A graphic for the Multiracial Student Union states organization's mission. Joining MSU is a great way to make connections with other students from different backgrounds. (Courtesy of Sophie Elliot)

Make connections with Multiracial Student Union

By Myles Germany, Lifestyle Writer | September 24, 2024

The Multiracial Student Union creates new ideas and events to meet students’ interests, connect with other multiracial students and share their unique perspectives during weekly meetings. MSU meets from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Dusable...

Kathryn Hahn poses for photographers ahead of the UK Special Screening of Marvel Television's "Agatha All Along" on Sept. 10 in London. The series concluded its 9-episode run. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)

Something Harkness this way comes

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 23, 2024

As Harkness falls upon the land, all roads lead to one place: witches. The time is nigh, as Agatha Harkness, the main antagonist from Disney’s “WandaVison” show, returns to our screens once more in the opening premiere of her new Disney+ mini...

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 terrarium sits on a table. On Tuesday, the Latino Resource Center provided supplies to make terrariums to celebrate Latino Heritage Month. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Destress, build a little home for your plant

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 22, 2024

Sunlight streams in as students gather to unwind and relax by building miniature terrariums with supplies given by the Latino Resource Center, located at 515 Garden Road.   At 1 p.m. Tuesday, staff and students had the opportunity for some lighthearted...

Super Saiyan 4 Goku prepares to fire his x10 Kamehameha wave as electricity crackles around him. The new trailer for "Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO" showcases characters from the "Dragon Ball GT" series. (Bandai Namco Entertainment under Fair Use)

‘Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO’ builds excitement with ‘GT’ characters

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 20, 2024

The best “Dragon Ball” game of our generation is right around the corner, and with the recent announcement of “GT” characters included in the game, excitement for “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO” has never been higher.  On Sept. 12, a trailer...

Four fun events for Family Weekend

By Myles Germany, Lifestyle Writer | September 20, 2024

With parents coming in from all across the state and country, students and families are looking for new ways to enjoy their time on campus. NIU welcomes all families to join their students in many exciting events for Family Weekend. FAMILY WEEKEND...