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The Egyptian Theatre is located downtown DeKalb at 135 N. 2nd Street.

DeKalb day planner: Feb. 4

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | January 31, 2023

Come out into the snow and check out these fun events happening in the Dekalb community this Saturday.  Jazz at the Egyptian The Dekalb and Sycamore high school jazz ensembles will collaborate with NIU’s jazz orchestra in a can’t miss performance....

Sycamore looking to better park

By Keisha Howerth | July 6, 2014

Sycamore Park District officials are hoping the positive feedback their Vision 20/20 video received will translate into voter support for a property tax increase to add park amenities.The Park District recently released an 11-minute video detailing its...

Garage Orchestra shines at Concerts in the Park

By Deanna Frances | July 15, 2013

When music by Queen is played live, most people don’t expect it from violins and cellos. This was not the case when the Garage Orchestra performed classic rock at The Sycamore Park District’s “Concerts in the Park” on Thursday.The Garage Orchestra,...

Sycamore residents (background) Alan Cobb and Dylan Stover celebrate fishing day on Saturday at Sycamore Lake Rotary Park on North Cross street.

Local park district holds annual fishing derby

By Alan Kozeluh | April 28, 2013

The Sycamore Park District held its annual fishing derby Saturday in the still-flooded waters of Sycamore Lake Rotary Park, 400 N. Cross St. About 30 competitors cast their reels from 8 to 10 a.m. hoping to catch the biggest prize and win fishing gear....

Sycamore host Easter goodies, events

By Dave Gong | April 19, 2011

SYCAMORE | The Sycamore Park District is offering several Easter-themed community events this week, including a Flashlight Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Bunny. The Sycamore Park District will host its annual Breakfast with the Bunny on Saturday at 7:15...

New superintendent at Sycamore Park District plans on expanding programs

By Shadonna Merriweather | January 23, 2011

SYCAMORE | Bart Desch was recently named the new superintendent of recreation at the Sycamore Park District. Desch previously served as the program supervisor, but took on a new leadership role and has plans to bring change to the Sycamore area. "I plan...