Kate Santillan

Adults who want to learn how to start saving and planning for the future are invited to a DeKalb Public Library workshop this week

Spooky features include exclusive raffles, a Best Witch Costume Contest and tarot reading by Annie Hex.

The Northern Illinois University School of Theatre and Dance will open its 2025-2026 season with performances of the historical tragedy play “Julius Caesar.”

The city of Sycamore is accepting submissions to plant shade and ornamental trees as part of its 2025 Tree Program.

The Prairie Arts Council is hosting an October exhibit featuring artist Matthew Adams at the Prairie Arts Center Gallery, 24 Park Ave. E., Princeton.

The Bureau County Retired Teachers Association President Bonnie Driver, invites area retired educators to the next meeting at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St.

Central Intermediate School in Ottawa recently announced its Champions of the Charter for September.

Tickets are available for the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual Athena and Women of Accomplishment Award Reception.

Bureau County will host a free electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Bureau County Highway Department, 595 Elm Place, Princeton.

The Rotaract Club of Sycamore recently announced the launch of its official Sycamore Pumpkin Festival apparel fundraiser to support the community.

The DeKalb Fire Department will hold an open house and truck dedication ceremony this week in honor of Fire Prevention Week.

The program will explore “Wicked” actress Marissa Bode’s early acting inspirations and performances.

The Illinois Valley Food Pantry recently reopened after moving to a new building located at 4133 Progress Blvd. in Peru.

The 2025 Homestead Festival Car Show was conducted Sept. 7 in Princeton.

Wellness and Recovery with Maitri in Peru recently was awarded a grant by the Illinois Valley Sunrise Rotary Club to buy YMCA memberships, create hygiene wellness packs, and buy gift cards.