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Numerous kites fly in the sky during Kite Fest. Both novice and professional kite fliers had open space to fly their kites. (Sam Dion | Northern Star)

Kite Fest celebrates its 19th year

By Gray Edelstein, News Reporter | September 9, 2024

DeKALB  — Kite Fest returned to DeKalb Kiwanis Park for its 19th annual community gathering. Both novice and professional kite flyers had open space to let their kites soar. Operating from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Kite Fest entertained crowds...

Two girls run to get their kites in the air on Sunday at DeKalb Kite Fest. The DeKalb Park District held its 18th annual DeKalb Kite Fest at Kiwanis Park. (Rachel Cormier | Northern Star)

DeKalb Kite Fest takes off

By Rachel Cormier, News Reporter | September 10, 2023

DeKALB – Everyone thinks you need a strong wind for kites to fly, but that didn’t stop anyone at the DeKalb Kite Fest this Sunday. The 18th annual DeKalb Kite Fest took off at 11 a.m. Sunday, filling Kiwanis Park and the sky with multicolored kites...

An festival attendee wrangles three kites Sunday at the North 40 for the DeKalb Kite Fest.

Enthusiasts brave the rain to attend the DeKalb Kite Fest

By Lucas Skye | September 10, 2019

Fewer kite enthusiasts than normal sloshed across the field on a rainy Sunday to celebrate the DeKalb Kite Fest.Sunday marked the 14th annual DeKalb Kite Fest. The event took place 11 to 4 p.m. at North 40, the field across from Barsema Hall.Those who...

3 things to do this weekend

By Jay Ibarra | September 2, 2016

If you’re staying in DeKalb over the weekend, make it fun by keeping busy with friends.

Go to the apple orchard

Jonamac Apple Orchard, 19412 Shabbona Rd. in Malta, is opening this weekend. Grab some friends and head to the corn maze Saturday. This orchard is known for having an oversized chair that makes for a special photo opportunity to look back on. They also have the best apple cider donuts that you might want to try this weekend.

Catch a movie

There are new releases that have hit the theatres — pick one. If friends are around and stuck on what to do, pitch the idea of catching a flick. "The Light Between Oceans" looks like a riviting drama to see, out Sept. 2 at Carmike Theatre, 2160 Sycamore Rd. There are also movies like "Sausage Party" and "Suicide Squad" that have been in theatres for a few weeks, but are worth seeing before they leave.

Have a barbecue

If friends are still here for Labor Day, cook some food together. A lot of the best memories can come from gathering money, going to the store and making a fun Labor Day meal with college friends. On the menu for this Monday could be burgers, chips and a variety of summer fruit — might want to get in the seasonal fruit while it is still here.