The DeKalb County History Center’s new $1.8 million outdoor expansion is expected to open in May.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center recently announced the schedule for its 2026 Soup-er Sundays winter lecture series that focuses on local history and preservation.

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb will host an indoor farmers and artisans market fundraiser Saturday, meant to raise funds to finance a new roof.

Malta United Methodist Church, 201 E. Sprague St, at the corner of South Third Street and Sprague, is hosting its annual Cookie Walk from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the church Fellowship Hall.

Area nonprofits that offer programming for DeKalb County youth are invited to apply for grant funding.

The Kishwaukee Concert Band will perform a holiday concert to celebrate the band’s and community ensemble musicians who perform for the love of music.

The Fellowship Baptist Church will host a drive-thru Nativity on Dec. 18 for the community to celebrate Christmas.

Six area programs that address hunger, medical resources, social services, education, mental health and community building for the elderly recently received funding boosts through the DeKalb County Community Foundation.

The Federated Church of Sycamore will host its annual cookie and candy sale on Dec. 19 to support the church preschool’s programs.