Discover Sycamore’s 12th Annual Block Party

Are you ready to rock the block?  Get pumped for this year’s 12^th Annual Discover Sycamore Block Party scheduled to take place Saturday, September 15^th from 3-11pm in downtown Sycamore. This free day of fun provides entertainment for the entire family including kids’ games, inflatable attractions, DJ, contests, prizes, food from local vendors, beer garden, live music from Shuvlhed and more.

The fun begins at 3pm as families can enjoy some friendly competition in the Kids’ Game Area.  Challenge your friends to a race to the finish line in the inflatable obstacle course presented by Courtview Dental.   Participants will race through several challenges and finish by sliding to victory.  Local businesses will host a fun fair with a variety of game booths and giveaways.   Stop by the magician’s tent and receive a free balloon animal of your choice.

Back for its 3^rd year is Bark on the Block, Sycamore’s Top Dog Competition presented by Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor.  Bring out your canine pal to have some fun at the Bow Wow Luau.  There will be five different events just for man’s best friend: Luau Parade, Hula Hoop Contest, Limbo Contest, Shell Game and mutt-arita canine cocktails to enjoy.   Winners will be awarded fabulous prizes from Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor.  The competition will begin at 4pm.  Register your four-legged friends at huckleberryspetparlor.com or call (815)899-3435.

“We’re very happy to have Bark on the Block as a part of Block Party for its 3^rd year.   Jenny Kingren and her staff at Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor have put in a lot of hard work to make this a memorable and exciting canine competition.  You won’t want to miss it,” said Discover Sycamore Director, Lauren Diehl.

At 6pm the Block Party DJ will keep the party going as families enjoy local food vendors such as PJ’s Courthouse, Giordano’s, Sycamore’s Country Store and Catering and Sweet Dreams Desserts.

At 8:00pm get ready to party with local favorite Shuvlhed as they rock the night away.   Shuvlhed, a powerful five piece band, has a unique sound and an energetic stage presence.  They are known for recreating the sounds of Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Michael Jackson, AC/DC and Twisted Sister.

“Shuvlhed is a local favorite in the Northern Illinois area and continues to build a wide fan base. We are very excited to have them perform at this year’s Block Party ,” said Diehl.

Discover Sycamore’s Block Party is brought to you by Castle Bank, Kishwaukee Community Hospital, NB&T, NIU Huskie Athletics, American Midwest Bank, Daily Chronicle, Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor, Taxco Restaurant and Veolia Environmental Services.

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2012 MUTT-ARITAVILLE!

 “Come Monday”, August 6^th

our daycare will be transformed into

 

 MUTT-ARITAVILLE

 “Tails to the Left, Tails to the Right”

TUNE IN TO OUR COCONUT WEBCAMS FOR THE FESTIVITES

huckleberryspetparlor.com

 

Luau Parade 9:30am

(be sure to send all of your pooches beach gear to dress up in)

 

Hula Hoop Contest 11:30am

Limbo Contest 1:30

(How low can your Chihuahua go)

 

Mutt-aritas 3:00pm

(it’s 5 o’clock somewhere!)

The dogs will enjoy a day in paradise

listening to the easy sounds of Jimmy Buffett.

No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem!

 

For more information, contact

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

423 N Main St

Sycamore, IL 60178

815-899-3435

Jenny@huckleberryspetparlor.com

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Discover Sycamore’s 11th Annual Block Party

Are you ready to rock the block?  Get pumped for this year’s 11^th Annual Discover Sycamore Block Party scheduled to take place Saturday, September 17^th from 3-11pm in downtown Sycamore. This free day of fun provides entertainment for the entire family including a kids’ parade, kids’ games, huge inflatable attractions for kids and adults, a DJ, contests, prizes, food from local vendors, a beer garden, live music from Red Woody and more.

 

The event kicks off with an All Star Kids’ Parade presented by NB&T starting at the Midwest Museum of Natural History, through downtown Sycamore, ending at the Block Party in the parking lot on the corner of Somonauk and Elm Street.  Be sure to sport your favorite team’s jersey.  The best dressed athlete will win a prize!

 

The fun continues from 3-6pm as parents, teens and young children can all enjoy some friendly competition in the All Star Game Area presented by NB&T.  Challenge your friends to a race to the finish line in our Inflatable Obstacle Course.   Participants race through several challenges and finish with a rock climb to the top and slide down to victory.  Or team-up to compete for 1^st place in our Bags Tournament.  The entry fee is $20 per team before Friday, September 16th.   A registration form can be downloaded at www.DiscoverSycamore.com, or picked up at the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce office.  The entry fee for day of registration is $25 per team, and contestants must arrive and register before 3:30pm.   

 

Back by popular demand is Bark on the Block- Sycamore’s Top Dog Competition presented by Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor.  Enter your gold-medal dog into the All Star K-9 Competition.  There will be four different sports contests just for man’s best friend: baseball, football, soccer and track and field.  Winners will be awarded fabulous prizes from Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor.  Register your four-legged friends at huckleberryspetparlor.com or call (815)899-3435.

 

“Bark on the Block was a huge success last year, and we’ve put a new twist on the competition this year.  You won’t want to miss it,” said Discover Sycamore Director, Lauren Diehl. 

 

At 6pm the Block Party DJ will keep the party going as families enjoy the food vendors and beer garden.  Then at 8:00pm get ready to get down with local favorite “Red Woody” as they rock the night away.

“Red Woody has an awesome following in this community, and we are lucky to have them back again this year,” said Diehl. 

 

Discover Sycamore’s Block Party is brought to you by Castle Bank, The National Bank and Trust Company, Taxco Restaurant, Courtview Dental, Daily Chronicle, Le Print Express, American National Bank of Dekalb County, Jumpy Jumpers, KishHealth System and Waste Management.

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2nd Annual Bark on the Block Presented by Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor at Discover Sycamore’s Block Party

We are proud to announce Huckleberry’s 2^nd Annual Bark on the Block is set to take place Saturday, September 17^th at Discover Sycamore’s Block Party on the corner of Somonauk and Elm Street.  No bones about it!  Enter your gold-medal dog into the All Star K-9 Competition.  There will be four different sports contests just for man’s best friend: baseball, football, soccer and track and field.  Winners will be awarded fabulous prizes from Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor.  To register your dog for this year’s contest  Click here .  Contestants must check into the Huckleberry’s booth by 3:30pm and the competition will start promptly at 4pm.  Please contact Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor for any questions that you may have at 815-899-3435.

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Puppy Love Party at Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

Love is in the air at Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor!   Show your canine how much you love them by bringing them to our Doggie Daycare for a Valentine’s Day Party.  Our little cupids will be making special crafts, exchanging valentines with their favorite friends and enjoying special heart shaped treats from our friends at Paw Licken’ Good Treats.   Monday, February 14^th. 

Reserve a space for your special canine today!

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New Year Pet Makeover Special at Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

Oh the weather outside is frightful, but a grooming at Huckleberry’s is so delightful!  Old man winter can leave your pet’s skin dry, fur full of static and their nails brittle.  We have moisture treatments for dry, flaky skin.  Keeping your pets nails trimmed during the winter is a good idea.  They won’t be as likely to chip or break.  A fresh haircut helps keep the snow from making your pet look like the “abominal snowman”.

New Year Pet Makeover Special

Kick off the New Year on the right PAW!  Have your pet groomed at Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor between January 3^rd – the 21^st and receive a Free smoked bone AND one entry in to your choice of these giveaways:                                                  

 5 Free Grooms ($250 Value)

                                5 Free Visits of Doggie Daycare ($125 Value)

5 Free Nail Trims ($50 Value)

 5 Free Self Service Pet Washes ($75 Value)

1 Training Class ($100 Value)

 

(Not valid with any other offers.  All prizes must be used within the 2011 calendar year. 

Smoke bones while supplies last.  See store for Details.)

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