DEKALB – The next Northern Illinois University School of Theatre and Dance Studio Series show is getting up-close and personal with David Ives’ play, “Ancient History,” in the Steven Building Corner Theatre from Thursday, March 18, through Sunday, March 21.

GENOA – The Genoa-Kingston Drama Department will present the epic musical “Fiddler On The Roof” March 12-14 in the G-K Auditorium.

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DEKALB – Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center is collecting recipes for a CD recipe book to be sold at its April 17 “Divas Dish Grandma's Secret Recipes,” a fund-raising taste-testing event.

DEKALB – With President Obama proclaiming March as Red Cross Month, the DeKalb County American Red Cross recognized and thanked the supporters and volunteers whose efforts enable the Red Cross to respond to disasters down the street, across the country and around the world.

DEKALB – The Greater Kishwaukee Area Concert Band will present “A World of Music” at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 14, in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall on the Northern Illinois University campus. 

Dinosuars highlight museum program

Sycamore student with lofty aspirations ready for takeoff

GENOA – The Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Museum will sponsor a series of programs throughout March in honor of Women’s History Month. The museum, located on Route 72 at 622 Park Ave., opens at 1:30 p.m. and programs will begin at 2 p.m.

DEKALB – Children's Community Theatre will present the kids classic, "Willy Wonka," March 5-7 and March 12-14 at the O'Connell Theater on the campus of Northern Illinois University.

DEKALB – A story about love, music and a bit of trickery is set to hit the stage, when the Stage Coach Players present “The Music Man” March 4-7 and 11-14.

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GENOA – Maple Syrup Fest will be held from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at the Natural Resource Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve, located one mile west of Genoa off Route 72.

GENOA – The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce remained relatively active in 2009 and plans to continue that trend for 2010.

Two local park districts are teaming up to give residents an opportunity to enjoy a Chicago Bulls game.

SYCAMORE – A glimpse of the 100th anniversary of Boy Scouts of America can be viewed at the Sycamore Community Center.

DHS Forensics team completes banner year

SYCAMORE – Think spring!

Starting a new book after reading a bad one is something like rebounding from a sour relationship.

SYCAMORE – Irish Eyes will be smiling on Saturday, March 6, in St. Mary’s Memorial Hall, 322 Waterman St., in Sycamore, when the parish hosts its ninth annual Irish Dinner Dance from 6-11 p.m.

GENOA – Wrapping your hands around a mug of your favorite warm beverage can be just the comfort someone needs sometimes, which is why Genoa-Kingston art teacher Lisa Beynon set her students to work on Mugs and Hugs.

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DEKALB – A hint of pop culture and heroism can still be viewed at the Northern Illinois University Art Museum.

DEKALB – DeKalb and Malta High School alumni are scattered around the world.

DEKALB – Prospective brides and grooms will have an opportunity to get a jump start on their wedding planning this weekend.

GENOA – It felt kind of like a baby shower Wednesday, Feb. 17, at the Genoa Township Park District administration building.

Local photographer to donate proceeds of showing to nephew’s memorial fund

DEKALB – The Northern Illinois University School of Theatre and Dance plunges headfirst into its next mainstage production, “Metamorphoses.”

DEKALB – A local study group has formed and has been reading and discussing the book, “Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide,” by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, published by Random House and available in area bookstores and online.

Girl Scouts have been going door to door during the past month to give residents an opportunity to order some tasty treats.

DEKALB – A group of DeKalb High School students are giving residents an opportunity to receive some exercise while helping victims of the Haiti earthquake.

Children's book author focuses on little-known Illinois adventure tales

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DEKALB – Having the perfect handbag or purse for that special occasion is possible without having to purchase a new one every so often.

DEKALB – Representatives from the Northern Illinois University Honors Program and the Women’s Resource Center want to help area high school students have a memorable and affordable prom.

Playing a game of bowling during the next few weeks in DeKalb County may be enjoyable and rewarding at the same time.

SYCAMORE – Molly Holman is looking forward to leading the Midwest Museum of Natural History into the future.

Consider the prom dress. It’s beautiful, but expensive, and also short-lived and ultimately destined to get pushed far back into the depths of a closet. 

Another birthday has passed for me and, this year, I marked it by going out with the husband for breakfast and a little shopping. In the evening, I participated in a boot camp fitness class which challenged both my body and mind, and made me feel pretty good once the nausea wore off. Note: Never have a good-sized portion of apple crisp and a cup of coffee right before a strenuous workout.

MALTA – The Kishwaukee College Art Gallery is featuring an exhibition of the photography of Niki Grangruth, "The New Madonnas." The exhibition runs through Feb. 25.

SYCAMORE – Alice Bennett of Sycamore has spent a good portion of her life helping children get to school safely.

DEKALB – The new chairman of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce board said that 2010 will be a year focused on membership growth.

DEKALB – Northern Illinois University students and area residents will have opportunities to meet with potential employers during the next couple of weeks.

SYCAMORE – Local shoppers may receive a little gift in return when they purchase an item at a Sycamore business this Valentine’s Day season.

DEKALB – Members of the Stage Coach Players are hoping to inspire future puppeteers.

For a lot of couples presently enjoying the rosy days of a new relationship, it might seem too soon to seek the services of wedding planners Amanda Burdick and Aubrey Pauly, of La Di Events in Sycamore. 

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SYCAMORE – An earthquake hit northern Illinois just before 4 a.m. Wednesday, waking up residents throughout DeKalb County.