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5 things to do in DeKalb County: Ukuleles in the park, artist & makers market at Blumen Gardens and more

The outside area at Blumen Gardens is decorated with plants and artwork making every shopping trip to the facility a pleasant experience.

The outside area at Blumen Gardens is decorated with plants and artwork making every shopping trip to the facility a pleasant experience. (Mark Busch)

By 5 Things to Do in DeKalb County
  1. Uke Day: Celebrate all things ukulele at Hopkins Park in DeKalb on Sunday, Aug. 17, from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of strumming, singing, vendors, workshops, Wild Blue Ukulele Orchestra, food trucks and more. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
  2. “Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus” at the DeKalb Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. Visit dkpl.org for more information.
  3. Artist & Maker Market: Visit Blumen Gardens in Sycamore Sunday, Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a local artists and makers market. The Press Box Food Truck will be selling food during the market. Click here for more information.
  4. DeKalb Municipal Band Concert: Enjoy free music at Hopkins Park in DeKalb on Tuesday, Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m. This is the last concert in the 2025 season. Click here for more information.
  5. “GNO at Denim & Diamonds”: The #1 Ladies Night Event is coming to Sycamore on Wednesday, Aug. 20, with doors opening at 7 p.m. This event is for ages 21 and over. Visit danddsaloon.com for more information.
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