DeKalb County events calendar
April 12, 2016
Comedian Ralphie May will be appearing at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb (Photo courtesy Egyptian Theatre)
April 14
Paper Chain Caterpillar Craft
2:30 p.m.
DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb
Free
Use different colors to make a bright and brilliant caterpillar. For more information, email theresaw@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568, ext. 3300.
April 15
Ralphie May’s “Unruly Tour”
8 p.m.
Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb
$25 to $50
For 25 years, comedian Ralphie May has appeared at the biggest venues, slayed every late-night audience multiple times, recorded a special for every comedy-loving network on television and traveled the world for the USO. In the uncensored and unfiltered “Unruly,” he riffs on pop culture, race, his own excesses, the dangers of meeting Anderson Cooper and the mesmerizing deliciousness of Chick-Fil-A. For more information, email intern@egyptiantheatre.org or call (815) 758-1215.
April 16
Grand Opening: Faces of Sycamore
1 p.m.
Sycamore History Museum, 1730 N. Main St., Sycamore
$5
Join the Sycamore History Museum in celebrating the grand opening of the new exhibit, Faces of Sycamore: Our Community, Our Stories. As visitors walk through the display, they will discover stories of those who have shaped the community – young, old, past and present. Visitors may take a guided tour with the museum’s Junior Docents, young adults that have made a difference by sharing their passion for local history.
April 16
Immigration Information 101
2 p.m.
DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb
Free
Do you need help understanding the basics of U.S. immigration law? Attend this educational presentation by Katuri Law, LLC. Since 1952, the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) has been the basis for U.S. immigration law. The discussion will include topics such who can enter the country; which immigrants can be removed from the U.S.; how immigrants can become a lawful permanent resident or naturalized citizen and who qualifies as a refugee or asylee. This event is open to teens and adults. No registration is required. For more information, email edithc@dkpl.org or call (815) 756-9568, Ext. 1700.
April 18
“Top Hat”
7 p.m.
Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb
$7 for adults; $5 for senior citizens and students
“Top Hat” is a 1935 American screwball musical comedy film in which Fred Astaire plays an American dancer named Jerry Travers, who comes to London to star in a show produced by Horace Hardwick (Edward Everett Horton). He meets and attempts to impress Dale Tremont (Ginger Rogers) to win her affection. The film has memorable songs and dance routines. For more information, call (815) 758-1215
April 17
Theresa Caputo
7 p.m.
NIU Convocation Center, 1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb
Tickets start at $39.75
Theresa Caputo, from TLC’s hit show, “Long Island Medium,” will appear at the NIU Convocation Center. She will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members and give people comfort knowing that their loved ones who passed are still with them, but in a different way. Tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, via telephone at (800) 745-3000 or at the Convocation Center box office. Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading.
April 19
7 p.m.
Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free
Enjoy a good game, a little competition and a pinch of literature. Play bingo and win books. Registration is encouraged. Register online at sandwichpld.org, or by calling (815) 786-8308 or visiting the library. The event is for ages 18 and older.
April 19-20
Little Learners Outreach
9:30 a.m. April 19
10:30 a.m. April 20
DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb
Free
This morning story-time program is designed for children, ages 2-5, and caregivers. Music, finger plays, puppets and books are woven into a weekly theme. The program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
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