|
Subscribe | Get featured
Rise and shine, DeKalb!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Total lunar eclipse viewing, a new fire station parade, and Lucky Charms cookie decorating + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around DeKalb protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
|
đź“° In the news
Public invited to celebrate: Sycamore opened its new Fire Station No. 1 with a morning parade, replacing the aging building at 535 DeKalb Ave. Officials said it would be operational by day’s end — see parade time and details.
A hometown tradition continues: Mardi Gras Lanes keeps DeKalb rolling with family-friendly bowling, daily leagues, an arcade and pro shop. Family-owned since 1959, it also serves pizza and more at 1730 Sycamore Road — get all the details.
Make progress with company: Procrastinators, unite later. The DeKalb Public Library is hosting a relaxed club for putting things off today, inviting adults to bring projects and finally tackle them together this evening — see when and what to bring.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
|
🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
|
🫶 We got your back
Crispy wing fix: When the craving hits, Fatty’s Pub & Grille serves saucy, meaty classics, bone-in or boneless, with a laid-back pub vibe that turns a quick bite into a hang. Bring friends, debate sauces, and yes, celery still counts as a vegetable.
Glow-up without the fuss: From fresh cuts to skin TLC and lash boosts, Mira Salon Spa & Lash Studio keeps it eco-minded with cruelty-free, organic products and a friendly, neighborhood vibe. You’ll float through the week feeling polished and low-fuss, with care that’s gentle on you and lighter on the planet.
Fresh-air tee therapy: River Heights Golf Course traces the Kishwaukee with forgiving fairways and must-thread-it-right shots, wrapped in a laid-back local vibe that fuels post-round tales. Been meaning to dust off the sticks? Consider this your nudge… an easy excuse to swing, slice, and smile.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
|
📆 Our favorite events this week
Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
đź” Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing @ NIU Observatory | Tuesday (3/3) at 2:30 AM – NIU Observatory is opening the dome for a public total lunar eclipse, and they’re staying open right through sunrise. Layer up, grab a thermos, and come watch the moon ghost out while you swap sleepy commentary with the pros. Real drama, zero group chat.
♻ Sustainability Swap @ DeKalb Public Library | Thursday (3/5) at 5:30 PM – Trade those adult-size, freshly washed clothes and the plant you keep forgetting to water at this first-Thursday swap. Drop clothes at the reference desk a week early, bring plants day-of, no registration, adults only. Your closet, your windowsill, and your conscience will thank you.
🍞 Sourdough 101 @ DeKalb Public Library | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Whether you’ve already named your starter or just like carbs, this intro class breaks down sourdough basics, from caring for that bubbly pet to the science of fermentation. Learn beginner techniques, troubleshooting, and bake your first loaf with confidence. Free, no registration, for adults.
🎬 Midday Movie Classics: The Quiet Man @ DeKalb Public Library | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Take a midday escape for The Quiet Man, a G-rated classic where romance, redheads, and Irish stubbornness collide. Expect movie chat, trivia, lemonade, coffee, and popcorn, no registration needed. Adults welcome, which means fewer kick seats, more knowing chuckles.
🍪 Lucky Charms Cookie Decorating Class @ 35:35 Makers Collective | Saturday (3/7) at 12:30 PM – Trade your errands for an afternoon of nostalgia with Kennedy from Ken’s Kakes, decorating six Lucky Charms sugar cookies fit to make a leprechaun weep. She’ll teach outlining and flooding, you’ll pretend it’s for the kids, and everyone goes home sugared, St. Patrick’s ready.
đź–Ľ The Goddess Within – Solo Exhibition @ Jubilee Art Gallery | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Pop in for Carol Ann Boecker’s The Goddess Within, a thoughtful solo show with guest pieces by local women artists, aligned with Jubilee’s Festival of Women. International Women’s Day, not a spa day, so expect real art, real stories, and zero forced zen.
🥣 Soup-er Sunday: “Clinton Rosette, the DeKalb Press, and the Campaign to Bring NIU to DeKalb” @ Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Bring your appetite for soup and a good DeKalb origin story. Over a warm bowl, historian John Paris digs into Clinton Rosette, our DeKalb Press, and the campaign that landed NIU here, plus a homestead tour for dessert, all for five bucks, members free.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
|
🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
|
đź“» DeKalb report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 45°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 45, with temperatures falling to around 43 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Isolated rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. East southeast wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
—
Tomorrow – High: 45°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 73%
Rain showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 45. East wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of rain showers before midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This 3-bed, 1.5-bath DeKalb farmette spans 1.5 acres and over 2,200 square feet, pairing vintage charm with updates. Hardwood floors and ornate molding set the tone, with a flexible main-floor office and a kitchen with stainless appliances that flows to living, plus basement storage. Two separate garages offer 5.5-car capacity. New septic and 2019 roof add peace of mind.
Take a peek inside →
|
 |
Thanks for reading! If you know someone who’d love BaseLocal, send ’em here so they can sign up too 🙂
|
|
|
|
