Kate Santillan

Residents can learn about the Barbed Wire Roller Derby team during an event Jan. 17 at the DeKalb Public Library.

The DeKalb Public Library will offer a program for adults to sew a coffee cozy for a mug.

Adults and teenagers can learn how to create a character throwing an object during a 2D animation program at the DeKalb Public Library.

Bureau Valley Community Unit School District 340 will hold Kindergarten Pre-Registration from Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, Feb. 27, at Bureau Valley Elementary buildings in Walnut and Wyanet.

Adults who want to learn about beginning genealogy research can learn how to at a DeKalb Public Library class.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation is inviting nonprofit and public-sector organizations to apply for the latest round of grant funding to support programs that serve local residents.

State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, recently announced that select Illinois community colleges are eligible to apply for a grant funding advanced workforce training facilities.

Kane County Audubon will host a number of events inviting the public to enjoy nature this winter. Here’s what’s happening in February:

State Senator Don DeWitte, R–St. Charles, will hold his sixth annual “Valentines for Seniors” card drive to spread connection and kindness to seniors. The drive will accept cards through Feb. 6.

The Geneva Police Department is warning residents of a scam where the department’s phone is being “spoofed” to make the calls appear legitimate.

CHIP IN Batavia will partner with the Batavia Public Library to hold their annual Prom Dress Collection Drive and Giveaway for students to enjoy prom regardless of income status.

The city of Geneva will offer police station tours as part of a public education process for the upcoming public safety referendum.

The St. Charles Public Library will hold its annual preschool fair for families with children to learn about preschool options.

The training will teach participants how to identify and respond to signs of mental illness or substance use disorders. Training is offered to residents, school staff, businesses and organizations.

Kaneland School District 302 will partner with employee associations to hold a Spread the Love Food Drive to support community families experiencing food insecurity.