Archive for July 2010

Upper Deck Sports Bar and Grille in Downtown DeKalb

Upper Deck Sports Bar and Grille in Downtown DeKalb

FOIA 10-73

Have elected members of the DeKalb City Council met in violation of the Illinois Open Meetings Act to discuss their approval of the DeKalb Public Library’s purchase of real estate property once occupied by the DeKalb Clinic?

Have elected City Council members given their nod of approval, in closed session, to finance the construction of a new library? Did they discuss, in closed session, whether or not they would or would not likely support a request from the Library for TIF funds to demolish and dispose of the existing buildings on the property? (more…)

Vet Fest at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport

This Saturday, July 31st, is the Vet Fest 2010 Picnic (rain or shine) from 11am until 6pm at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport. Three bands will be playing: Standing 8 Count, Dick and Rick from the Foot Stompers and Stroker Red.

Come out for the bands, food, beverages, kids activities and fun for all! Food included in pre-bought tickets. Tickets will be sold at the door, but food cannot be guaranteed for door-bought tickets. Hot dogs and hamburgers for kids. Anyone is welcome to Vet Fest, but please no pets. The cost is $10 per person, kids under 12 are free. There will be a chicken dinner for the first 300 tickets sold, under 10 yrs. get free hot dogs or hamburgers. To purchase tickets, please contact the American Legion, VFW, or AmVets. You may also contact Karen Woods, Doris Grubbs, Tim Cliffe, or Jerry Johnson.

August 2010 Clinic Floor Specials

Debutantes School of Cosmetology & Nail Technology

During the month of August, Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology is offering the following Specials

Nails: $20 Acrylic Full-Sets, $10 Acrylic Fills, and $20 Pedicure/Manicure combo

Esthetics/Skin-Care: $10 Basic Facial and $5 Eyebrow Wax

Hair: $5 Haircuts, $5 Roller Sets, $35 Full Highlights w/Cut

Call 815-758-4045 to book your appointment! Clinic Hours are Tuesday-Friday 1130am-4pm and Saturdays 8am-2pm. Our monthly specials can not be combined with any other offer or coupon.

To view our entire brochure click DEBUTANTES CLINIC BROCHURE

Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology

Kishwaukee Fest Parade Friday

Kishwaukee Fest presents The Lincoln Highway Pre-Parade Kruise Night and Community Parade this Friday, July 30th. Cars, Trucks and Hot Rods of all ages and vintages are invited to help kick off the “Lincoln Highway Parade” The cruise night will be before the parade along the parade route (see map). All Cars, Trucks and Hot Rods will start at the beginning of the parade route (Taylor Street & 7th Street) and cruise Lincoln Highway from 6:pm to 7:pm and will lead the parade units along the Parade route.

The Kishwaukee Fest Parade will kick off at Huntley Middle School at 7pm, go up 7th St. to Lincoln Hwy., travel West through downtown to 2nd St., and end at the Van Buer Parking Lot on Locust. According to their website, Kishwaukee Fest is  “One of the greatest American traditions of all time; a hometown parade and this is one of the first events that the Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition is taking on a significant role. All Lincoln Highway communities in and along the corridor are invited.” The theme of the parade is Through the Years. Come out for some free family fun Friday evening and be part of this great American tradition in downtown DeKalb.

The parade is part of a weekend celebration, DeKalb County Kishwaukee Fest. At 7pm Saturday evening, the return of the Festival of Champions Drum and Bugle Corps Competition will be at the NIU Huskie Stadium. Veterans will be honored on the football field during the Show. For more information please visit their website.