ROCHELLE – As severe winter weather impacts the region, there are a number of warming centers across Ogle, Lee, and DeKalb counties that are available to those in need. These facilities offer a safe, warm environment for residents who may be experiencing heating failures or housing instability. This list includes a variety of locations, ranging from 24-hour emergency shelters and police department lobbies to public libraries and community centers available during daytime hours. Residents are encouraged to call ahead to verify hours, especially during holidays or extreme weather events, and to utilize local law enforcement non-emergency lines if they require immediate assistance after hours.
OGLE COUNTY
Byron City Hall 232 W. 2nd St, Byron, IL (815) 234-2762 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Notes: Warming room typically provides water, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, snacks, and soup. Closed weekends and holidays.
Oregon City Hall 115 N. 3rd St, Oregon, IL (815) 732-6321 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Tuesday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Notes: Lobby access during business hours.
Rock River Center 810 S. 10th St, Oregon, IL (815) 732-3252 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Notes: Senior resource center open to the public for warming.
Rochelle City Hall 420 N. 6th St, Rochelle, IL (815) 562-6161 Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Rochelle Police Department 416 N. 6th St, Rochelle, IL (815) 562-2131 Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days Notes: Primary after-hours warming location for the Rochelle area.
LEE COUNTY
Dixon Public Library 221 S. Hennepin Ave, Dixon, IL (815) 284-7261 Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Lee County Council on Aging (Post House) 100 W. 2nd St, Dixon, IL (815) 288-9236 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Franklin Grove Library 112 S. Elm St, Franklin Grove, IL (815) 456-2823 Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Mills & Petrie Memorial Library 704 N. 1st St, Ashton, IL (815) 453-2213 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pankhurst Memorial Library 3 S. Jefferson Ave, Amboy, IL (815) 857-3925 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM; Tuesday, Thursday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday, Saturday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Paw Paw Public Library 362 Chicago Rd, Paw Paw, IL (815) 627-9396 Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
DEKALB COUNTY
DeKalb Oasis / Illinois Tollway I-88, West of Peace Road Exit Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days
Genoa Police Department 333 E. First St, Genoa, IL (815) 784-6633 Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days
Hope Haven 1145 Rushmoore Dr, DeKalb, IL (815) 787-4567 Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days Notes: Emergency shelter and warming services – Call before traveling
Maple Park Fire Department 305 S. County Line Rd, Maple Park, IL (815) 827-3324 Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days
Sycamore Police Department 535 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore, IL (815) 895-2123 Hours: 24 Hours / 7 Days
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb 158 N. 4th St, DeKalb, IL (815) 217-8235 Hours: Daily, 5:30 PM – 8:15 AM Notes: Seasonal overnight site open through March 15, 2026.
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL (815) 756-9568 Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday–Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sycamore Public Library 103 E. State St, Sycamore, IL (815) 895-2500 Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
DeKalb Park District Rec Center 1765 S. Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL (815) 758-7756 Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
DeKalb Salvation Army 830 Grove Street, DeKalb, IL (815) 756-4308 Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Thursday evening, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Christ Community Church 2350 Pride Avenue, DeKalb, IL (815) 787-6161 Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Notes: Only open when temperature is 0°F or wind chill is -20°F.
