Singers, guitarists, keyboardists, poets, dancers, rappers and any other artists are invited to perform at Open Mic from 7:30-11:30 p.m. March 12 at The House Café, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb.

March 8

Library Loopers
1:30 p.m.
Sycamore Public Library, 103 E. State St., Sycamore
Free

Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to learn new techniques and teach others what you have learned? Bring a current project to work on while getting to know other participants. Beginners are welcome, and supplies are available to get started on small projects. For more information, call 815-895-2500.

Great Souls Film Festival
7-9:30 p.m.
Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb
Free

The DeKalb Public Library and the Egyptian Theatre are presenting the Great Souls film series, a screening of three cultural movies throughout the spring. A panel discussion will be held in late spring to discuss the cultural beliefs and values represented in the films. The series begins with “Seven Years in Tibet,” a 1997 movie that tells, the true story of Heinrich Harrer, an Austrian mountain climber who became friends with the Dalai Lama at the time of China’s takeover of Tibet. 

March 8-9

Health Screenings for Children
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. March 8
8:30-11:30 a.m. March 9
Early Learning and Development Center, 1515 S. Fourth St., Door 31, DeKalb
Free

DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 will provide screenings for children ages birth to preschool. A screening will take about an hour and will include education, speech/language components, and vision and hearing. Appointments are required. To schedule one, call 815-754-2361.

March 9

Fish Fry
4:30-7:30 p.m.
Faranda’s, 302 Grove St., DeKalb
Various prices

The menu includes beer-battered cod and haddock dishes, baked cod and shrimp plates, and children’s dishes such as chicken tenders and grilled cheese sandwiches. The restaurant will donate 10 percent of diners’ bills when diners mention the name of their parish. For more information, call 815-981-3304.

March 10

Easter in the Country
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Held at Sandwich schools south of Route 34 on Wells, Lions and Dayton Streets
$3 donation

A shuttle service will take shoppers to the various locations for this 39^th annual event. No strollers, please. The admission will benefit the Sandwich Band Parents Association. For more information, contact Deborah Harkins at 630-677-2946 or dwalt17@gmail.com.

Beginning Skateboarding Sessions
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Fargo Skateboarding, 629 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb
$5

Every Saturday, Fargo offers beginners a special session just for them. For more information, visit fargoskateboarding.com or call the shop at 815-756-5555.

March 11

Homework Help
2-4 p.m.
Sycamore Public Library, 103 E. State St., Sycamore
Free

SPLAG teen volunteers will tutor drop-in students through eighth grade for homework help on Sundays when school is in session. No registration is needed.

March 12

Open Mic
7:30-11:30 p.m.
The House Café, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb
Free

Singers, guitarists, keyboardists, poets, dancers, rappers and any other artists are invited to perform. Arrive at 7:30 p.m. to sign up for a time slot, which fill up quickly. Performances start at 8 p.m.

March 13

Family Game Night
6:30-10 p.m.
The Gaming Goat, 229 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb
Free

Moms, dads, kids, singles, couples, everyone is welcome to enjoy a casual, friendly game night. Participants may arrive and leave at any time during the evening. For more information, call 815-793-7183.

March 14

Books and Barks
6 p.m.
Sycamore Public Library, 103 E. State St., Sycamore
Free

Man’s best friend is the best listener. Youngsters are invited to read some of their favorite stories to a cuddly creature. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot by calling 815-895-2500, ext. 131.

–DeKalb County Calendar of Events March 7 – March 14–