Virtual Backpack

Welcome to the virtual Backpack for DeKalb Community Unit School District 428. The Virtual Backpack was created to distribute information in a more “eco-friendly” way. Flyers that are approved will be available through the district website. While this doesn’t eliminate all paper copies sent home with students, it will reduce the amount.
Prior to submitting, please review the Virtual Backpack Guidelines for Flyer Approval

Materials posted on this page are the responsibility of the organization represented, and endorsement by DeKalb Community School District #428 is neither direct nor implied.

Summer EBT provides $120 of grocery benefits to children over the summer. For questions visit wegotyouillinois.org/summer-ebt or call 833-621-0737

Summer EBT provides $120 of grocery benefits to children over the summer. For questions visit wegotyouillinois.org/summer-ebt or call 833-621-0737

Flyer for Game Night on June 25 from 4-8 p.m. at Lions Park Shelter, 700 W. Taylor Street, DeKalb. Free, all ages are welcome.

flyer for mini flowerpot painting on June 13 from 10 am to 2 pm at Katz Park Shelter, 393 W. Dresser Rd in DeKalb, open to all ages

 

2025 DeKalb Cross Country Summer Camp What? Cross Country Summer Camp for boys and girls entering grades 6-12 When? Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday mornings 7:00 - 8:30 Monday, June 23 - Thursday, July 24 Where and How Much? Meet at the DeKalb HS track -- $30 (includes t-shirt) Register Go to this link or use the QR Code: More Info. ➔ Training methods, strengthening exercises, and games designed to help you get in shape or stay in shape. ➔ This camp is recommended for anyone interested in running and especially for those preparing for the fall cross country season. ➔ Newcomers are welcome – no prior running experience necessary! Questions? Mike Wolf (DeKalb HS Head Coach) mwolf@d428.org https://dekalbcrosscountry.d428.org/home @DeKalbDistance Children’s Summer Reading: June 1 — August 7
Turn in logs by Friday, August 7 to receive free books and other prizes!
Prizes available while supplies last. BONUS reading logs available to DeKalb cardholders to earn more prizes, while supplies last.
LISTENERS & READERS
Whether you are not yet reading, just learning to read, or reading independently, you can join our Children’s Summer Reading Challenge. Participate using paper logs or virtually on Beanstack!
CHILDREN’S READING CHALLENGE
For ages 0-12
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Children’s Art & Poetry Gala*
Monday, June 1 12:00 p.m.
Stars on Strings (Marionette Puppets)*
Thursday, June 11 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Paint a Piggy Bank: Finance Fun
Tuesday, June 16 2:00 p.m.
The Big Balloonosaur Adventure*
Thursday, June 25 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Fantastic Foam Show*
Thursday, July 9 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Big Bang Bubble Show*
Thursday, July 23 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Raptors Up Close for Kids*
Thursday, July 30 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
*Funded by: Friends of the DeKalb Public Library
Art Attack: Perler Beads
Wednesday, June 3 3:00 p.m.
Camp Creativity with NIU
Thursday, June 4 1:00 p.m.
Family Fun Science
Saturday, June 27 10:00 a.m.
Stories & a Stroll: Afton Forest Preserve
Friday, July 10 10:00 a.m.
Summer of Love Tie-Dye Party
Friday, July 10 2:00 p.m.
Beyblade Tournament
Wednesday, July 29 2:00 p.m.
Stories & a Stroll: Knute Olson, Jr. Forest Preserve
Thursday, August 6 10:00 a.m.
Frontier Times Corn Husk Dolls
Thursday, August 6 2:00 p.m.
OTHER PROGRAMS
A special thank you to the following for sponsoring programs or donating prizes!
4-C, Arby’s, The Balloon Bar, Buffalo Wild Wings, Candy Cloud, The Confectionary, Corn Fest / Shaw Media, Crumbl Cookies, Culver's, DAR: General John Stark Chapter, DeKalb County United Soccer Club, DeKalb Park District, DuPage Children’s Museum, Ellwood House Museum, Fargo Skateboarding, Friends of the DeKalb Public Library, Jubilee Artisans, Kane County Cougars, Kishwaukee Family YMCA, Kuipers Family Farm, Little Caesars Pizza, McDonald’s, NIU College of Education, Panda Express, Papa John's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Portillo’s, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Resource Bank Glidden Branch, Sport Clips Haircuts of Sycamore/DeKalb, Star Worlds Arcade, Texas Roadhouse, Vinny's Pizza, Wendy's, Wreckroom DeKalb.
Not affiliated with or sponsored by School District #428.
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
309 Oak Street
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-9568
www.dkpl.org
All programs are FREE! Young children must have a parent present during activities and programs.
SEE OUR CALENDAR FOR MORE EVENTS!
dkpl.beanstack.org
Lectura de Verano para Niños: 1 de junio — 7 de agosto
¡Entregue los diarios de lectura antes del viernes el 7 de agosto para ganar un libro gratis y otros premios!
Los premios están disponibles mientras duren. Diarios de lectura adicionales estarán disponibles para personas con una tarjeta de la biblioteca de DeKalb mientras estén disponibles.
OYENTES Y LEYENTES
Si no puedes leer, si apenas estas aprendiendo, o si ya puedes leer independientemente, te puedes unir a nuestro reto de lectura de Verano. Participa usando los diarios de lectura o en línea con Beanstack!
RETO DE LECTURA PARA NIÑOS
Para edades 0-12
PROGRAMAS ESPECIALES
Gala de Arte y Poesía de Niños*
Lunes, 1 de junio 12:00 p.m.
Estrellas en Hilos (Espectáculo de Títeres)*
Jueves, 11 de junio 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Pinta una Alcancía: Diversión de Finanzas
Martes, 16 de junio 2:00 p.m.
La Gran Aventura del Globo Dinosaurio*
Jueves, 25 de junio 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Espectáculo Fantástico de Espuma*
Jueves, 9 de julio 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Espectáculo de Burbuja Gran Bang*
Jueves, 23 de julio 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Aves Rapaces de Cerca Para Niños*
Jueves, 30 de julio 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
*Patrocinado por: Friends of the DeKalb Public Library
Art Attack: Perler Beads
Miércoles, 3 de junio 3:00 p.m.
Campo de Creatividad con NIU
Jueves, 4 de junio 1:00 p.m.
Ciencia Familiar Divertida
Sábado, 27 de junio 10:00 a.m.
Cuentos y Caminatas: Reserva Forestal de Afton
Viernes, 10 de julio 10:00 a.m.
Verano de Amor Fiesta de Teñido Anudado
Viernes, 10 de julio 2:00 p.m.
Torneo de Beyblade
Miércoles, 29 de julio 2:00 p.m.
Cuentos y Caminatas: Reserva Forestal de Knute Olson, Jr.
Jueves, 6 de agosto 10:00 a.m.
Época de Frontera: Muñecas de Hojas de Maiz
Jueves, 6 de agosto 2:00 p.m.
OTROS PROGRAMAS
dkpl.beanstack.org
Un agradecimiento especial a los siguientes patrocinadores que donaron premios:
4-C, Arby’s, The Balloon Bar, Buffalo Wild Wings, Candy Cloud, The Confectionary, Corn Fest / Shaw Media, Crumbl Cookies, Culver's, DAR: General John Stark Chapter, DeKalb County United Soccer Club, DeKalb Park District, DuPage Children’s Museum, Ellwood House Museum, Fargo Skateboarding, Friends of the DeKalb Public Library, Jubilee Artisans, Kane County Cougars, Kishwaukee Family YMCA, Kuipers Family Farm, Little Caesars Pizza, McDonald’s, NIU College of Education, Panda Express, Papa John's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Portillo’s, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Resource Bank Glidden Branch, Sport Clips Haircuts of Sycamore/DeKalb, Star Worlds Arcade, Texas Roadhouse, Vinny's Pizza, Wendy's, Wreckroom DeKalb.
Este programa de lectura no está afiliada o patrocinado por el distrito escolar #428.
Lunes a jueves 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Viernes y sábado 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Domingo 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
309 Oak Street
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-9568
www.dkpl.org
¡Todos nuestros programas son GRATIS! Niños pequeños deben tener un adulto presente durante las actividades.
Los títulos de los programas han sido traducidos al español para su conveniencia, pero los programas serán conducidos en inglés.
¡VEA NUESTRO CALENDARIO PARA MÁS EVENTOS!
What? Cross Country Summer Camp for boys and girls entering grades 2-12
Morning
Session
Starts: Monday, May 25th, Ends: Thursday, June 19, 2025
When: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday mornings 6:30 am - 8:00
am
Evening
Running Please Talk to Coach Mathey. Gazelles are only running
mornings (DO NOT SIGN UP BELOW FOR EVENINGS)
Where and How Much? Meet at the Huntley Middle School Track
Register
Go to this link or use the QR Code:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHLj
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Questions? Rich Collins (Gazelles Head Coach)
richardcollins880@gmail.com DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Salon de Adolescentes: (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Lunes-Jueves 1pm - 8pm Viernes and Sabado 11am - 5pm Domingo 1pm - 5pm
Para mas informacion: visita DKPL.ORG o siguenos en instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
VERANO EN LA BIBLIOTECA PARA
ADOLESCENTES 2026!
ADEMAS, PROGRAMOS DE VERANO PARA ADOLESCENTES EN LA BIBLIOTECA!
MAS INFORMACION DETRAS DEL FOLLETO Y EN NUESTRO CITIO WEB: DKPL.ORG
RETO DE LECTURA PARA ADOLESCENTES!
“READ, WHITE AND BLUE”
(Para estudiantes entrando al 6o a 12o grado.)
Registraciones empiezan el 1o de Junio en el salon de adolescentes o en linea: dkpl.beanstack.org
• Gana un premio con solo registrarte!
• Gana mas premios por cada 10 horas
leidos!
• Ademas, por cada 10 horas, gana una entrada en el gran sorteo: gana una patineta de Fargo Skateboarding o una pulsera “Megaband” para Corn Fest
• Sorteo semanal para un premio de Vinny’s Pizza.
• Mas otros premios gracias a nuestros patrocinadores communitarios:
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Salon de Adolescentes: (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Lunes-Jueves 1 pm - 8pm Viernes and Sabado 11am - 5pm Domingo 1pm - 5pm
Para mas informacion: visita DKPL.ORG o siguenos en instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
PROGREMAS DE VERANO EN LA BIBLIOTECA PARA ADOLESCENTES 2026!
PROGRAMOS UNICOS:
• Fiesta del prejuego US MNT Copa Mundial
VIERNES 6/12 2:30-4:30 PM
• Scoop the States Ice Cream Social
JUEVES 6/18 3:30-4:30 PM
• Arte de Arena Para Adolescentes
VIERNES 6/26 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sala de Escape Para Adolescentes
JUEVES 7/2 3-4 PM Y MAS!
PROGREMAS RECURRENTES:
CLUB DE AJEDREZ PARA ADOLESCENTES
LUNES 6/1, 6/15, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17)
(1ER & 3ER LUNES) 3:30-5:00 PM
TORNERO DE DEPORTES PS5
(OTRAS CONSOLAS DISPONIBLES)
MIERCOLES 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 8/5, 8/19 (1er & 3rer Miercoles) 6:30-8:30 PM
CLUB DE ANIME Y MANGA PARA ADOLESCENTES
VIERNES 6/5, 7/3, 7/17, 8/7 & 8/21
CLUB DE ARTE ADOLESCENTE
JUEVES 6/18, 7/16 & 8/20
(3er Jueves) 4:30-5:30 PM
ALIANZA ARCOIRIS POR LA INCLUSIÓN (PROGRAMA NUEVO PARA ESTUDIANTES ENTRANDO0 GRADOS 6-9)
MARTES 6/9, 7/14, 8/11 5:30-6:30 PM
PLANEO DE SALA DE ESCAPE
MIERCOLES 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24
(MIERCOLES EN JUNIO) 3-5 PM
ADEMAS, BINGO, TORNEOS DE FUTBOLITO & MAS. VISITA DKPL.ORG/EVENTS PARA MAS INFORMACION DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Salon de Adolescentes: (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Lunes-Jueves 1pm - 8pm Viernes and Sabado 11am - 5pm Domingo 1pm - 5pm
Para mas informacion: visita DKPL.ORG o siguenos en instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
VERANO EN LA BIBLIOTECA PARA
ADOLESCENTES 2026!
ADEMAS, PROGRAMOS DE VERANO PARA ADOLESCENTES EN LA BIBLIOTECA!
MAS INFORMACION DETRAS DEL FOLLETO Y EN NUESTRO CITIO WEB: DKPL.ORG
RETO DE LECTURA PARA ADOLESCENTES!
“READ, WHITE AND BLUE”
(Para estudiantes entrando al 6o a 12o grado.)
Registraciones empiezan el 1o de Junio en el salon de adolescentes o en linea: dkpl.beanstack.org
• Gana un premio con solo registrarte!
• Gana mas premios por cada 10 horas
leidos!
• Ademas, por cada 10 horas, gana una entrada en el gran sorteo: gana una patineta de Fargo Skateboarding o una pulsera “Megaband” para Corn Fest
• Sorteo semanal para un premio de Vinny’s Pizza.
• Mas otros premios gracias a nuestros patrocinadores communitarios:
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Salon de Adolescentes: (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Lunes-Jueves 1 pm - 8pm Viernes and Sabado 11am - 5pm Domingo 1pm - 5pm
Para mas informacion: visita DKPL.ORG o siguenos en instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
PROGREMAS DE VERANO EN LA BIBLIOTECA PARA ADOLESCENTES 2026!
PROGRAMOS UNICOS:
• Fiesta del prejuego US MNT Copa Mundial
VIERNES 6/12 2:30-4:30 PM
• Scoop the States Ice Cream Social
JUEVES 6/18 3:30-4:30 PM
• Arte de Arena Para Adolescentes
VIERNES 6/26 2:00-3:00 PM
• Sala de Escape Para Adolescentes
JUEVES 7/2 3-4 PM Y MAS!
PROGREMAS RECURRENTES:
CLUB DE AJEDREZ PARA ADOLESCENTES
LUNES 6/1, 6/15, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17)
(1ER & 3ER LUNES) 3:30-5:00 PM
TORNERO DE DEPORTES PS5
(OTRAS CONSOLAS DISPONIBLES)
MIERCOLES 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 8/5, 8/19 (1er & 3rer Miercoles) 6:30-8:30 PM
CLUB DE ANIME Y MANGA PARA ADOLESCENTES
VIERNES 6/5, 7/3, 7/17, 8/7 & 8/21
CLUB DE ARTE ADOLESCENTE
JUEVES 6/18, 7/16 & 8/20
(3er Jueves) 4:30-5:30 PM
ALIANZA ARCOIRIS POR LA INCLUSIÓN (PROGRAMA NUEVO PARA ESTUDIANTES ENTRANDO0 GRADOS 6-9)
MARTES 6/9, 7/14, 8/11 5:30-6:30 PM
PLANEO DE SALA DE ESCAPE
MIERCOLES 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24
(MIERCOLES EN JUNIO) 3-5 PM
ADEMAS, BINGO, TORNEOS DE FUTBOLITO & MAS. VISITA DKPL.ORG/EVENTS PARA MAS INFORMACION SUMMER 2026 FOR TEENS @
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
PLUS FREE SUMMER PROGRAMS
FOR TEENS AT THE LIBRARY!
MORE INFO ON THE BACK OF THIS FLIER
AND AT DKPL.ORG!
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Teen Room (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Teen Room Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 1-8 Friday and Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit DKPL.ORG and follow us on Instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“READ, WHITE AND BLUE”
(FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 6-12)
REGISTER STARTING JUNE 1ST
IN THE TEEN ROOM OR ONLINE AT
DKPL.BEANSTACK.ORG!
• Earn a prize just for registering!
• More Prizes for every 10 hours read!
• Enter to win a Grand Prize for every
10 hours read: A skateboard from
Fargo Skateboarding or a Corn Fest
megaband!
• Weekly drawing prize from Vinny’s
Pizza!
• More prizes from the sponsors below!
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Teen Room (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Teen Room Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 1-8 Friday and Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit DKPL.ORG and follow us on Instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
SUMMER 2026 PROGRAMS FOR TEENS @
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
ONE-TIME PROGRAMS:
• US Men’s
National Soccer Team
World Cup Pre-Game Party
FRI 6/12 2:30-4:30 PM
• Scoop the States
Ice Cream Social
THURS 6/18 3:30-4:30 PM
• Sand Art for Teens
FRI 6/26 2:00-3:00 PM
• Teen Escape Room
THURS 7/2 3-4 PM
AND MORE!
RECURRING (REPEATING) PROGRAMS:
TWEEN/TEEN CHESS CLUB
MON 6/1, 6/15, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17)
(1ST & 3RD MONDAYS) 3:30-5:00 PM
PS5 SPORTS TOURNAMENT
(OTHER CONSOLES AVAILABLE)
WEDS 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 8/5, 8/19
(1st & 3rd Wednesdays) 6:30-8:30 PM
TEEN ANIME & MANGA CLUB
FRI 6/5, 7/3, 7/17, 8/7 & 8/21
(1st & 3rd Fridays) 3-4:30 PM
TEEN ART CLUB
THURS 6/18, 7/16 & 8/20
(3rd Thursdays) 4:30-5:30 PM
RAINBOW INCLUSIVITY ALLIANCE
(NEW PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS ENTERING
GRADES 6-9)
TUES 6/9, 7/14, 8/11 5:30-6:30 PM
ESCAPE ROOM PLANNING
WEDS 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24
(WEDNESDAYS IN JUNE) 3-5 PM
PLUS BINGO, FOOSBALL TOURNAMENTS
& MORE. VISIT DKPL.ORG/EVENTS FOR MORE INFO SUMMER 2026 FOR TEENS @
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
PLUS FREE SUMMER PROGRAMS
FOR TEENS AT THE LIBRARY!
MORE INFO ON THE BACK OF THIS FLIER
AND AT DKPL.ORG!
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Teen Room (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Teen Room Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 1-8 Friday and Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit DKPL.ORG and follow us on Instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“READ, WHITE AND BLUE”
(FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 6-12)
REGISTER STARTING JUNE 1ST
IN THE TEEN ROOM OR ONLINE AT
DKPL.BEANSTACK.ORG!
• Earn a prize just for registering!
• More Prizes for every 10 hours read!
• Enter to win a Grand Prize for every
10 hours read: A skateboard from
Fargo Skateboarding or a Corn Fest
megaband!
• Weekly drawing prize from Vinny’s
Pizza!
• More prizes from the sponsors below!
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
Teen Room (815) 756-9568 x 2450 teenref@dkpl.org
Teen Room Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 1-8 Friday and Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit DKPL.ORG and follow us on Instagram @dekalbpubliclibrary
SUMMER 2025 FOR TEENS
@ THE DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
SUMMER 2026 PROGRAMS FOR TEENS @
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY!
ONE-TIME PROGRAMS:
• US Men’s
National Soccer Team
World Cup Pre-Game Party
FRI 6/12 2:30-4:30 PM
• Scoop the States
Ice Cream Social
THURS 6/18 3:30-4:30 PM
• Sand Art for Teens
FRI 6/26 2:00-3:00 PM
• Teen Escape Room
THURS 7/2 3-4 PM
AND MORE!
RECURRING (REPEATING) PROGRAMS:
TWEEN/TEEN CHESS CLUB
MON 6/1, 6/15, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17)
(1ST & 3RD MONDAYS) 3:30-5:00 PM
PS5 SPORTS TOURNAMENT
(OTHER CONSOLES AVAILABLE)
WEDS 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 8/5, 8/19
(1st & 3rd Wednesdays) 6:30-8:30 PM
TEEN ANIME & MANGA CLUB
FRI 6/5, 7/3, 7/17, 8/7 & 8/21
(1st & 3rd Fridays) 3-4:30 PM
TEEN ART CLUB
THURS 6/18, 7/16 & 8/20
(3rd Thursdays) 4:30-5:30 PM
RAINBOW INCLUSIVITY ALLIANCE
(NEW PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS ENTERING
GRADES 6-9)
TUES 6/9, 7/14, 8/11 5:30-6:30 PM
ESCAPE ROOM PLANNING
WEDS 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24
(WEDNESDAYS IN JUNE) 3-5 PM
PLUS BINGO, FOOSBALL TOURNAMENTS
& MORE. VISIT DKPL.ORG/EVENTS FOR MORE INFO United way volunteer flyer Familia Fest 2026
July 11. DeKalb Kiwanis Park
FREE FUN FOR
THE WHOLE FAMILY
Bounce house • Touch a Tractor • Crafts
Gaga ball • Pinatas • Live performances
Activities with NIU STEAM • Car show
and more!
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Presenting
Sponsor
DEl{ALB
PARK DISTRICT
Explore & Engage!
Plus food trucks, and a kids' soccer clinic hosted by DeKalb County United. Clinic participants get a free ticket to the DKCU July 11 game. DeKalb County United
Plan your day and register
WNIJ.ORG/SOCCER  Summer Camp Lineup
Junior Huskies 1 June 8-11
NIU Experience Residence June 22-24
Junior Huskies 2 July 6-9
Summer ID Camp July 11
NIUMENSSOCCERCAMPS.TOTALCAMPS.COm
The NCAA stipulates that the camp or clinic is open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level, and /or gender. Visit camp website for refund policy. NIU Youth 2 Day Football Camp
FOR DETAILS AND REGISTRATION, VISIT
HTTPS //NIUFOOTBALLCAMPS TOTALCAMPS COM/SHOP/EVENT
9AM • 12PM
MONDAY, TUESDAY
JUNE 15TH, 16TH
• CAMP IS OPEN TO ANY & All STUDENTS THAT ARE
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Almuerzo Gratis
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651 Russell Rd, DeKalb r at the Park
El almuerzo se debe comer en el parque
Almuerzos para padres disponibles
June 8 - July 30
de lunes a jueves
11:45 am -12:45 pm
Lunes, 12-12:30 pm
Biblioteca Pública de DeKalb
Lectura de verano en el parque
Regístrate y participa
semanalmente para ganar
Abierto a todas las niñas y los niños , Free Lunches
for any child age 0-18
Welsh Park Pavilion
651 Russell Rd, DeKalb
Children must eat lunch at the park
Lunches for parents available
June 8 - July 30
Monday- Thursday
11:45 am -12:45 pm
Mondays, 12-12:30 pm
DeKalb Public Library
Summer Reading at the park
Register & check-in weekly
to earn prizes
Open to all DeKalb children
Summer Lunch
at the Park Onebarb athletic foundation 1barbathleticfoundation@gmail.com
Summer Golf Outing
All proceeds support DeKalb Middle &
High School Athletes.
*OneBarb Athletic Foundation is a nonprofit organization.
Friday, June 12
12:30pm - Shotgun
River Heights Golf Course
1020 Sharon Drive - DeKalb, IL
$120/person or $450/foursome
Includes: 18 holes-golf & cart, lunch, dinner,
and a chance to win prizes!
***All registered golfers must be 21 years old.***
https://onebarb-athletic-foundation.square.site/
Contact Email: ewickness@gmail.com
 SUMMER CAMP AT THE YMCA
Two Locations:
Elburn & The YMCA
June 1 - August 7
Drop Off Starts: 7:00am
Pick Up Ends: 6:00pm
Themed Summer Camp Weeks
Swimming Every Week kishymca.org | Call Us 815.756.9577 Scan to Register
Kishwaukee YMCA 2026 Summer Programs
Youth Develpment:
• Summer Camp
Fitness/Wei lness:
• Next Level: Conditioning
• Yoga Pop Up Classes
Sports:
Youth:
• Sport & Dance Camps
• Martial Arts
• Skills & Drills Basketball
• Skills & Drills Soccer
• Jr Derby Camp
Swim Lessons:
• Swim Lessons
• Stroke Clinics (DCST)
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   High School Day and Residential Camps
July 6-10, 12-17 and 19-24
A week on our college campus can be a life-changing experience.
At our camps, you’ll:
• Learn from NIU faculty.
• Discover majors and career pathways.
• Connect with college-bound peers who share your interests.
• Gain hands-on experience in the labs, classrooms and maker spaces of a large research university.
Topics include:
• Science Detectives: Forensic Analysis
• Health and Medicine Careers
• Monster Makers: Frankenstein, Texts and Technology
• 3D Design and Prototyping
• Film Production
• Physics Careers
• Speech and Debate
• And more!
We have camps for all ages!
Day and residential camps for grades 2-12.
June 22-July 30, 2026
Your summer
adventure awaits!
Learn more and register at go.niu.edu/steamcamps
 Campamentos diurnos y residenciales para escuela secundaria (entrando grados 9 a 12)
6 a 10, 12 a 17 y 19 a 24 de julio
una semana en nuestro colegio puede ser una experiencia que cambia tu vida.
En nuestros campamentos, tu:
• Aprenderás de empleados de NIU.
• Descubrirás caminos de especialidades y carreras.
• Conectarás con estudiantes destinados a colegio con tus mismos intereses.
• Conseguirás experiencia práctica en laboratorios, salones y espacios de producción de una gran universidad investigadora.
Incluye estos temas:
• Detective Científico: Análisis Forense
• Carreras de Salud y Medicina
• Creador de Monstruos: Frankenstein, Texto y Tecnología
• Diseño y Prototipo 3D
• Producción Cinematográfica
• Carreras en Fisica
• Discurso y Debate
• Y mucho más!
¡Tenemos campamentos para todas las edades!
Campamentos diurnos y residenciales para los grados 2 a 12.
22 de junio-30 de julio
¡Tu Aventura
de Verano te espera!
Aprender más y ingresar en go.niu.edu/steamcamps
Middle School
Day and Residential Camps
July 6-10 and July 27-30
DAY
Energy Innovators: Green Energy Engineering
Explore solar and wind power, insulation and energy efficiency to build your own sustainable model house.
Robots in the Ocean: Deep Sea Exploration Adventures
Design robotic submarines, investigate mysterious ocean environments and discover real-world ocean careers.
STEAM Careers
Try hands-on activities in medical laboratory science, genetics, engineering and other exciting STEAM fields.
We have camps for all ages!
Day and residential camps for grades 2-12.
June 22-July 30, 2026
Your summer
adventure awaits!
Learn more and register at go.niu.edu/steamcamps Middle School Day and Residential Camps
RESIDENTIAL
¡Tu Aventura
de Verano te espera!
Aprender más y ingresar en
go.niu.edu/steamcamps
6 a 10 de julio y 27 a 30 de julio
Campamentos
diurnos y residenciales
para escuela secundaria
(entrando grados 6 a 8)
Innovadores de Energía:
Ingeniería de Energía Verde
Explora energías solar y eólica, aislamiento
y eficiencia energética para construir tu
propia modelo de casa sostenible.
¡Tenemos campamentos
para todas las edades!
Campamentos diurnos
y residenciales para
los grados 2 a 12.
22 de junio-30 de julio
DIA RESIDENCIAL
Robots en el Océano: Aventuras de
Exploración de Aguas Profundas
Diseña submarinos robóticos, investiga
entornos oceanicos misteriosos y discubre
carerras oceanicos.
Carreras en STEAM
Intenta actividades manuales en ciencias
de laboratorio médicas, geneticas, ingenierias
y otras carreras STEAM. Middle School
Day and Residential Camps
July 6-10 and July 27-30
DAY
Energy Innovators: Green Energy Engineering
Explore solar and wind power, insulation and energy efficiency to build your own sustainable model house.
Robots in the Ocean: Deep Sea Exploration Adventures
Design robotic submarines, investigate mysterious ocean environments and discover real-world ocean careers.
STEAM Careers
Try hands-on activities in medical laboratory science, genetics, engineering and other exciting STEAM fields.
We have camps for all ages!
Day and residential camps for grades 2-12.
June 22-July 30, 2026
Your summer
adventure awaits!
Learn more and register at go.niu.edu/steamcamps Middle School Day and Residential Camps
RESIDENTIAL
STEAMCamps
Campamentos
diurnos Primarias
22 a 26 de junio y 6 a 10 de julio
LAS DOS SEMANAS
Taller de Asombro Exploradores STEAM
Deja que la curiosidad tome el control mientras construyes, pintas y embragas en proyectos manuales.
SOLO EN JULIO
Misión STEAMpossible
Libera al agente que llevas dentro con una semana de aventuras STEAM inspiradas en espías.
Batallas Robóticos: La Gran Confrontación Robótica
Diseña robots listos para batalla, aborda carreras de obstáculos y pon a prueba tus habilidades.
Meriendas STEAM: Comida y Diversión
Experimenta aventuras culinarias del jardín a mesa.
¡Tenemos campamentos para todas las edades!
Campamentos diurnos y residenciales para los grados 2 a 12.
22 de junio-30 de julio
¡Tu Aventura
de Verano te espera!
Aprender más y ingresar en go.niu.edu/steamcamps
STEAMCamps
Elementary Day Camps
June 22-26 and July 6-10
BOTH WEEKS
STEAM Explorers Wonder Workshop
Let curiosity take the lead as you build, paint and engage in hands-on projects.
Mission STEAMpossible
Unleash your inner agent with a week of spy-inspired STEAM adventures.
Robo Battles: The Great Robot Showdown
Design battle-ready robots, tackle obstacle courses and put your skills to the test.
STEAM Snacks: Food and Fun
Experience culinary adventures from garden to table.
JULY ONLY
We have camps for all ages!
Day and residential camps for grades 2-12.
June 22-July 30, 2026
Your summer
adventure awaits!
Learn more and register at go.niu.edu/steamcamps
STEAMCamps
Campamentos diurnos para todas edades
En el campus de Northern Illinois University
22 de junio - 10 de julio
Campamentos disponibles para escuelas primarias, secundarias y preparatorias.
(separados en dos grupos: grados 6 a 8 y grados 9 a 12)
Incluye estos temas:
• Batallas Robóticos: La Gran Confrontación Robótica
• Innovadores de Energía: Ingeniería de Energía Verde
• Detective Científico: Análisis Forense
• Chispeando Cambio: ¿Que Hace una Revolución?
• La Química Detrás de Diseño Medicinal
• Y mucho mas...
También tenemos campamentos residenciales!
12 de junio a 30 de julio
¡Tu Aventura
de Verano te espera!
Aprender más y ingresar en go.niu.edu/steamcamps
STEAMCamps
Day Camps
For All Ages
On the Campus of Northern Illinois University
June 22 - July 10, 2026
Elementary, middle school and high school camps available.
Topics include:
• Robo Battles: The Great Robot Showdown E/MS
• Energy Innovators: Green Energy Engineering MS
• Science Detectives: Forensic Analysis HS
• Sparking Change: What Makes a Revolution? HS
• The Chemistry Behind Medicine Design HS
• And more…
We also have residential camps!
July 12-July 30, 2026
Your summer
adventure awaits!
Learn more and register at go.niu.edu/steamcamps
2026 Make a Difference T-Shirt Design Contest!
Hey Kids… Get your designs in NOW! Winner will be selected in the Spring. Deadline for Entries 5/15/26.
HELP US DESIGN
OUR 2026
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
T-SHIRT!
Winning Design will be featured on
thousands of T-Shirts for the 2026
Feed My Starving Children Event.
Winner will receive $100 plus a
FREE T-Shirt!
T-Shirt Contest Rules:
1. Submissions should be made on 8.5 x 11 white paper and contain the event title “Make A Difference DKC”
*Artwork should be original design*
2. Designs should be relevant to the event’s mission of feeding starving kids through Feed My Starving Children.
3. Design will be for front of shirt only.
4. Contest open to Students K-12. Include student name, grade and school on submission.
Send submissions to kcarnahan@suterco.com or drop off at The Suter Company, 1015 Bethany Road, Sycamore, IL.
For inspiration & ideas, go to FMSC.org or check out Make A Difference DKC
on Facebook to see designs from previous years.
  Flyer with the text: DESSERT & DIALOGUE
Join us for engaging community conversations!
October 9, 2025 - “ Bridging community through connection and conversation”
Ellwood House Museum, 420 Linden Pl., DeKalb
February 19, 2026 – “Highlighting local historical spaces”
Ellwood House Museum
April 30 – “Exploring how place, identity, and shared stories shape us”
Sycamore Park District, 480 Airport Road, Sycamore
Child care available
September 24 – “Hearing YOUR perspective—and finding ways to meet in the middle”
Ellwood House Museum
Gather at 6:30 p.m. and bring a friend
Register at
dekalbcountyhistory.org
    Flyer with the text: Camp Maple Leaf
7 weeks of Summer Fun for all abilities and all
• Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association
school ages!
Wage:
Weekly field trip to Mardi Gras Lanes
Visit local pools and splash pads
Play water activities
Make art projects
Enjoy nature activities
Create sensory projects
Play sports
Have fun
When and
where is it?
June 1-July 17, 2026
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hopkins Park Shelter
1403 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb
What is the price?
Full day Full session
E.B- $1,289/ $1,697
$1,359 / $1,767
Half day Full session (7 weeks)
E.B- $646/ $850
$681/ $885
Summer school option
*E.B = Early Bird Pricing
March 1 - March 31
Regular Pricing: April 1- May 17
(First 4 weeks Half Day, second 3 weeks Full day)
E. B- $943/ $1,241
$993/ $1291
For more information, contact Dawn Schaefer
email dschaefer@kishsra.org or 779-777-7285
Flyer with the text: NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Jerry L. Johns Literacy Clinic
College of Education
NIU Summer Literacy Camp June 1st through June 24th, 2026
The Jerry L. Johns Literacy Clinic at Northern Illinois University is forming a cohort of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-grade students to receive free, in-person reading tutoring.
Has your child struggled with reading? We’re recruiting fi rst- through third-grade students to join a cohort of children to attend our summer literacy camp at the Jerry L. Johns Literacy Clinic at NIU. Under the direction of Dr. David Paige, the reading needs of each child are diagnosed. These results are used to design individualized instruction that meets the child’s specifi c reading needs.
The literacy camp will take place Monday through Thursday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at the NIU Wellness Center located at 3100 Sycamore Road, Suite 2003 in DeKalb. Camp dates are June 1-4, 8-11, 15-18, and 22-24 and parents must provide transportation for their child. Children are expected to attend each camp session.
Interested parents or legal guardians should e-mail Dr. David Paige for information at dpaige2@niu.edu. Enrollment in this year’s camp is limited so contact Dr. Paige now.
Dr. David D. Paige, Director Flyer with the text:Nature Explorers Camp 2028
Beat summer boredom by signing your child up for one or all day camps! Choose from three
week-long programs, each with a different theme. Camp will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.
Nature Explorers Camp meets at the Natural Resource Education Center located in Russell Woods
Forest Preserve; one mile west of Genoa, IL on State Route 72. Children will have fun learning-about
nature through handstand activities, games, and nature awareness. Camps fill quickly and space is ~
limited to 20 per camp! Registration today!
TRAILBLAZERS CAMP
June 22 - June 26: Ages 9-11
Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering
how nature works will feel right at home at this camp!
Campers will step into the role of real adventurers,
participating in hands-on exploration, solving challenges,
and uncovering the secrets of the forest. From plants and
animals to rocks and hidden ecosystems, each day is filled
with exciting discoveries, active learning, and plenty of fun
in the great outdoors.
COLD-BLOODED CRITTERS CAMP
July 6 - July 1 0: Ages 7-9
(Must have completed 1st grade)
Registration
https://go.illinois.edu/
Nature Explorers
Campers will have fun learning about our local reptiles and
amphibians. We will get up close and personal with our
resident cold-blooded creatures and learn  Flyer with the text: Spots Are Filling Up Fast!
Register now to secure your week
A.D.O.P.T. Summer Camp
Weekly Camp Themes:
Week 1 & 5: Baby Animals
Week 2 & 6: Canine
Week 3 & 7: Feline
Week 4 & 8: Exotic Animals
Register now.
Several
weeks are
already
full!
adoptpetshelter.org/summer-camp
         Flyer with the text: DYFL 2026 SEASON REGISTRATION
begins 2/22 & ends 6/15
Email us at info@mydyfl.com
Visit our Website dyfljrbarbs.com
Competition
Cheer
• Grades 3-8
• $430- Includes a new
uniform, bow, shoes,
warm-ups, and a bag
to keep!
• Payment plans are
available
• Season runs July 20th
to mid-November
(mid-December if
national qualifying)
• Practices M/T/Th
5:30-7:30pm
*Please note--cannot do both
sideline and competitive
cheer
**Additional costs will incur if
nationals qualifying; nationals
is encouraged but not
required
• $150 (payment plan
available!)
• Season runs July 20th
to mid-October
• Includes warm-up
outfit & bow to keep
• Uniform supplied by
DYFL
K-2
• Practices Tuesdays &
games Thursdays
5:30-7pm
• Might perform at the
Princess Gala in
October
3-5
• Will travel with the
tackle program and
cheer at their games
on weekends
• practice Tues. and
Thurs. from 5:30-7pm
*Please note--cannot do both
sideline and competitive
cheer
• Grades K-5
• Girl's Flag Football
grades 6-8
• $150 (payment plan
• available!)
• Season runs July 20th
to mid-October
• Practices M/T/Th
5:30-7pm (until games
start)
• Games on Thursdays
from 5:30-7pm
• Includes a jersey,
shorts, and a bag to
keep!
Email us
info@mydyfl.com
Visit our Website
dyfljrbarbs.com
DYFL 2026 SEASON REGISTRATION
begins 2/22 & ends 6/15
*Be on the lookout for communication regarding pre-season camps!
**DYFL Jr. Barbs is a feeder program but not affiliated with D428.
Sideline Cheer Flag Football Tackle
Football
• Grades 1-5
• $430 (payment plan
• available!)
• Season runs July 20th
to mid-October
• Practices M/T/Th
5:30-7pm (until games
start)
• Games on weekendstime
TBD
• Includes a jersey,
pants, and a bag to
keep!
• Helmet and pads
supplied by DYFL
**Please note this is a travel team.
*Be on the lookout for communication regarding pre-season camps.
** DYFL Jr. Barbs is a feeder program but not affiliated with D428.
   DeKalb Public Library Flyer with the following text: Let us know which books, games,
programs, and services you want at
your library. Develop interpersonal
skills, earn volunteer hours, contribute
to your community, and have fun, too!
Snacks will be provided.
Wednesday, March 11, April 8,
and May 13 @ 4:30 p.m.
Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio,
for teens in grades 6-12. For additional information, please contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org
or (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400. ENRICH. INFORM. ENTERTAIN. INSPIRE
DeKalb Public Library Flyer with the following text:Air Hockey
Tournament
Friday, March 27, April 24, and May 22
@ 3:30 PM
Teen Room, for grades 6-12
For additional information, please
contact Steven at stevenm@dkpl.org
or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.  Challenge your friends, enjoy snacks, and show off your skills on the Teen Room's air hockey table to win prizes in a monthly air hockey tournament! No registration is required. Dekalb public library. Enrich. Inform. Entertain. Inspire.
DeKalb Public Library Flyer with the following text:Anime-Manga
Club
March 6 and 20
April 3 and 17
May 1 and 15
@ 3:00 PM
Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio,
for teens ages 13-17
Join us to discuss anime and manga, play some
games, and of course, watch anime!
This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12. For more information, please contact Hadley at hadleyo@dkpl.org
or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
 DeKalb Public Library Flyer with the following text: Teen art Club. Thursday, March 26, April 23, and May 21 @ 4:30 pm. Teen room, for grades 6-12. Draw, craft, or make-and-take and display your creativity at Teen Art Club! We'll have new projects and art materials to try at every meeting. For additional information, please contact Jesus at juanb@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3401. Enrich. Inform. Entertain. Inspire.
 Flyer with the following text: Now Enrolling
Youth Mentees! FSA is seeking youth to participate in our mentoring program
designed to support personal growth, confidence, and positive
decision-making.
Our program connects young people with caring, trained mentors
who provide guidance, encouragement, and a safe, supportive
environment. We partner with parents to help youth build skills
for success at school, at home, and in the community. CONTACT:
SHATOYA JACKSON
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH PROGRAMMING
SJACKSON@FSADEKALBCOUNTY.ORG
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                                All services performed by Barber students in training under the supervision of a licensed Barber Instructor. Haircuts $15. 2337 Sycamore Rd. Dekalb IL 60115. 815-970-8030. Appointments and walk-ins available. Queer Movement Flyer Metropolitan Mayor's Caucus Metropolitan Mayor's Caucus    Year Round Flyers Little Sister Little Sister Family Service Agency