Community Calendar: Week of July 13-19, 2011

Ongoing Attractions

Rockford Public Library Hours – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open Mon.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rock River and Montague branches open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rockton Centre Branch open Mon.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Lewis Lemon Branch open Mon.-Fri., 2-6 p.m. All library locations closed Sundays.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 815-965-3433.

Rockford Zouaves Display – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Local History Room, third floor, 215 N. Wyman St. The Zouaves were a military company that volunteered in 1861 and became part of the 11th Illinois volunteers. They were a reorganization of the Rockford City Greys, drilled by Col. Elmer Ellsworth. Display runs thru 31. Info: 815-965-7606.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. New exhibit: “Barn Quilt” on Tinker Barn to celebrate Northern Illinois Quilt Fest thru September. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Through the Branches – A Quilter’s Perspective – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Exhibit runs July through September. Free with arboretum daily admission fee. Adults $6, seniors 65+/students $3, members and children younger than 5, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Featuring “Made in Africa” photographic works of Brian Hampton until July 31, and “Garibaldi Guard!” honoring the 39th New York Infantry, a regiment of Italian-American men who fought under Giuseppe Garibaldi; runs until Nov. 30. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Exhibit Stitches and Scraps: Quilts from the Museum’s Collection until Oct. 1. Info: 815-397-9112.

Stone Quarry Recreation Park – 6845 N. German Church Road, Byron. Mon.-Fri., 4-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., noon-8 p.m. Info: 815-234-8900.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

Support for Retired Grievers – Zion Lutheran Church, 925 Fifth Ave. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Every other Wed. Call for dates/info: 815-636-4750.

Overeaters Anonymous – Various locations/dates. Call for prices/info: 815-547-5932.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Yoga every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. $40/four classes or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Other activities throughout the year. Info: 815-877-0118.

Beckman Mill Park – 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. Tours 1-4 p.m. Corn grinding demonstrations, see the blacksmith shop, creamery & visitor center. Info: 608-751-1551.

Heritage Farm Museum – 8059 N. River Road, Byron. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 217.

Poplar Grove Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum – 5151 Orth Road, Poplar Grove. Open weekdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-547-3115.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

Kishwaukee Valley A.B.A.T.E. Meeting – V.F.W., 2018 Windsor Road, Loves Park. Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Info: 815-544-3088.

Open Doors – Court Street United Methodist Church Chapel, 215 N. Court St. 12:30-1 p.m. Every Wed. Enter north end. Info: 815-962-6061.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

Byron Museum of History – 106 N. Union St., Byron. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-234-5031.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

Becca’s Closet – Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1829 N. Rockton Ave. Accepting donations of gently-used formal wear. Donations accepted Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at: Machesney Park City Hall (300 Machesney Road), Classic Formal Wear (Colonial Village Mall), United Way of Rock River Valley (612 N. Main St.), Crusader Clinic (1200 W. State St.) & Harlem Roscoe Fire Station (Bridge & Main streets, Roscoe). Info: 815-289-3551.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off – Rock River Water Reclamation District, 3333 Kishwaukee St. Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830..

Having Trouble Hearing on the Phone? – Center for Sight & Hearing, 8038 Macintosh Lane. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Free amplified phone program. Must be Illinois resident and have standard phone service. Application/info: 815-332-6800.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

Adventure Club – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Intermediate Writing/Publishing Class – Meets every Mon. Call for information. Info: 224-343-0384.

Introduction to Card-Making/Stamping – Meets every Thurs. Call for information. Info: 224-343-0384.

Toddler Time – Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2001 N. Alpine Road. 9:15-10:15 a.m. Every Mon. and Tues. Free. Info: 815-399-3171.

Neighborhood Tool Bank – 907 S. Main St. Loans out tools for gardening & cleanup projects. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; and 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday. Thru Oct. 1. Make appointment in advance. Info: 815-963-6236.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

Yoga Classes – Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 Third Ave., Rockford. Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m., six weeks consecutive, $45 or single classes, $10 each. Register/Info: 815-963-4815.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron.Visiting display: Byron Museum of History, thru June. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Summerfield Zoo – 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. Open two weekends a month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays. Open one weekday per month. Admission: $7 adults, $5 children. Info: 815-547-4852.

Magic Waters Waterpark – 7820 N. CherryVale Blvd., Cherry Valley. Open thru Sept. 5. Mon., 10 a.m-9 p.m.; Tues., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-9 pm.; Sat & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Aug. 22-26 and Aug. 29-Sept. 2. General Admission: $22.95/non-resident, $17.95/resident; under 48 inches tall and seniors (62 and older): $16.95/non-resident, $12.95/resident; ages 1-2: $4/non-resident and resident; younger than 1 year: free. Info: 815-966-2442.

Forest City Queen River Rides – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Wed. & Fri., June 8-Aug. 19: 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Free for children 4 and younger; $3.50 [$4 non-resident] for ages 5-17; $4.50 [$5 non-resident] adults; groups $3 [$3.50 non-resident] per individual. Info: 815-987-8894.

Trolley Car 36 Rides – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Thurs., June 9-Aug. 18: Noon, 1, 2, 3, 4 p.m.; and Sat. & Sun., June 4-Sept. 4: Noon, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Free for children 4 and younger; $3 [$3.50 non-resident] for ages 5-17; $3.50 [$4 non-resident] adults; groups $2.50 [$3 non-resident] per individual. Info: 815-987-8894.

Registration for Boone County Conservation District Summer Camp – For different age groups. Website has prices, dates and themes. Info: www.BooneCountyConservationDistrict.org.

Registration for Winnebago County Animal Services Public Awareness Sessions – Volunteer Auxiliary at 4517 N. Main St. All sessions: 6-7:30 p.m. July 27: Basic Dog Training Tips. Call to register: 815-319-4106.

Coronado Performing Arts Center – 314 N. Main St. Tickets now on sale for Bill Cosby performance of Nov. 5. $37.50-$57.50. Available at box office, or call 815-968-0595 or coronadopac.org.

Wednesday, July 13

Edgebrook Farmers’ Market – Edgebrook Shopping Center, 1601 N. Alpine Road. Every Wednesday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Local produce. Rockford Rescue Mission will have bins available for donations. Info: 815-226-0212.

Comedy Night w/Bryan Cork & Forest Shaw – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ronald McDonald Care Mobile – Rockford Health Physicians, 130 Kysor Drive, Byron. Dental services for children up to age 18. Make appointments at Ogle County Health Department at (815) 732-7330, ext. 279 or 372.

Online Job Search – Rockford Public Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: familiarity with Internet Explorer. Info: 815-965-7606.

Microsoft Windows 7 – Rockford Public Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisites: Proficient familiarity w/Introd. to Computers and Internet or equivalent. Info: 815-965-7606.

Community Forum: Preventing Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation and Scams – Patriots Gateway Center, 615 S. Fifth St., Rockford. 3-5 p.m. Panel discussion presented by 17th Judicial Circuit Court Family Violence Coordinating Council’s Elder Abuse Committee. Includes question-and-answer session. Advance registration appreciated but not required. Info: 815-516-2446.

Pandamania Vacation Bible School – United Lutheran Church, 3630 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 3-12. In partnership with Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Free. Info: 815-654-3880 or 815-654-3800.

Buddy Baseball – Guilford High School, 5620 Spring Creek Road. National anthem at 5:30 p.m. Games at 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays, June 15-July 20. Non-competitive recreational league for people of all abilities. Info: 815-987-8800 or 888-871-6171 (TTY).

Conversational English – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Classroom C, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Finding Grants for a Non-Profit Organization – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must be proficient using the Internet. Spaces are limited, and registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Welty Wednesday: Tall, Tall Trees – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill Park, 11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 9-11 a.m. Ages 5-10. Cost: $6/Welty member, $8/non-member. Info: 608-361-1377.

Nature Play for Little Kids No. 1– Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 9-11:30 a.m. For ages 4-6. $30/Friends of Severson Dells, $35/non-members. Limited to 12. Call to register or info: 815-335-2915.

Wednesday Morning Movie Series: Nanny McPhee Returns – Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport. Doors open at 9 a.m., show at 10 a.m. Admission, $1/person. Reserve for groups of 15 or more; $4.50/person includes admission and snacks. Info: 847-675-2580 or www.classiccinemas.com/Context.aspx?page=156.

Flying Carpets – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room,1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Full Moon Hike – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road. 9-11 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Game Night – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 4:15-7:15 p.m. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Wednesday Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Imagination Station: Magic Mike – Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, 1401 N. Second St. Incredible sleight of hand, comedy magic and audience participation. 1:30 p.m. Info: 815-987-8800.

Forest City Queen Family Fun Night – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Enjoy a slice of Armando’s pizza while cruising down the Rock River; watch the Ski Broncs Water Ski Team. $10 ($11 non-resident) adults; $8 ($9 non-resident) ages 5-17; free for ages 4 and younger. Pizzas $10/$12. Info: 815-987-8894.

Ski Broncs Water Ski Show – Shorewood Park, 5000 Forest Grove St., Loves Park. 7 p.m.

NASCAR Weekly Racing Series – Rockford Speedway, 1601 W. Lane Road, Loves Park. Wild Wednesday: Dollar Beer Night w/50-lap AllOUT Figure 8 ($500 to win), RoadRunners Super Summer Series, Bandits, Winged Women on Wheels, Spectacular Drags, Legends, Bandoleros, Misfits, Challenge. 7:07 p.m. $8 adults; $6 students 12-17; $4 children 6-11; free 5 and younger. Info: 815-633-1500.

Line Dance with Paula – The Grove, 100 E. Grove St., Poplar Grove. Info: 815-765-1002.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, St. Anthony and St. Joseph Rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Free. Info: 815-227-2695.

Gastric Banding & Bypass Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-227-2761.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Info: 815-227-2624.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Florence Freedom – Road Ranger Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7 p.m. $5-$15. Info: 815-885-2255.

Psychology Boot Camp – Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p.m. Learn cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques. Build your mental strengths. Cost: $15 per group session. Register at: 815-639-0300.

Volunteer Committee Meeting – Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. 8-9 p.m.All welcome. Info: 815-639-0300.

YA Anime/Manga Club – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Renaissance Movie Faire – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. All movies rated PG-13 or lower. Info: 815-965-7606.

Thursday, July 14

Harry Potter Farewell Party – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 9-11:30 a.m. For ages 10 and older. Celebrate the premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. Info: 815-965-7606.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Pack a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

Dinner on the Dock – Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St. Enjoy the river with food from Backyard Grill, full bar and music by the Jodi Beach Trio. Info: 815-315-4280.

Breast Cancer Risk Reduction Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Registration is required. Info: 815-227-2618.

Community Forum: Preventing Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation and Scams – Boone County Council on Aging/Keen Age Center, 2141 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Panel discussion presented by 17th Judicial Circuit Court Family Violence Coordinating Council’s Elder Abuse Committee. Includes question-and-answer session. Advance registration appreciated, but not required. Info: 815-516-2446.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.

Medieval Crafts for Teens – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Make crafts such as origami dragons, family coat of arms, Celtic tattoos, chain mail jewelry. Info: 815-965-7606.

PowerPoint for Weddings! – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring a USB drive and at least 5-6 photos. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 225 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages younger than 2. Literacy-building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 2-5 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet. Info: 815-965-7606.

Guest Bartending Event to Benefit Northern Illinois Hospice & Grief Center – Big Al’s Bar, inside Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 5-7 p.m. Info: 815-398-0500 or www.northernillinoishospice.org.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Senior Computer Learning, Session 1: Intro to Computers – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Drop-In Computer Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-4 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Bring your own laptop or use one of the library’s. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13-19. Card game competition. Info: 815-965-7606.

Shall We Dance Ballroom Dance – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Beginners 6 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced, 7 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-718-1814.

A Ministry of Restoration Bible Study – Montague Branch Library, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Prayer every Tues. 6:30 p.m. For prayer or info: 815-966-6322.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Basic Hatha Yoga to improve flexibility, strength, balance, stamina, reduce anxiety and stress. Cost: $40/four classes or $12/class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Florence Freedom – Road Ranger Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7 p.m. $5-$15. Info: 815-885-2255.

LGBT Movie Night – Spectrum of Rockford, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway, Suite 202, Loves Park. 7:30-10 p.m. Ages 16 and older. $10/person. RSVP: 815-639-0312.

Friday, July 15

Midtown Farmers’ Market – Seventh Street and Second Avenue, across from Nicholson’s Hardware. Every Friday until mid-October, 3-7 p.m. Local produce, honey, cheese, snacks, crafts, with local musicians performing every week.

Rockford City Market – Water Street between State and Jefferson streets. 3-7 p.m. 25-plus vendors. Music . Rockford Park District activities for kids. Info: 964-4388 or rockfordcitymarket.com.

Farmers’ Market – HCC Realty, 1240 S. Alpine Road.

Kiwanis Brat Days at Edgebrook – 1601 N. Alpine Road. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Live entertainment. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org.

Kiwanis Brat Days at East State Logli’s – 6410 E. State St. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Live entertainment. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org. “Take Your Brat to Work Day” – Logli’s, 6-9 a.m. Drive-thru only. Breakfast Brats, $2.50 each.

Kiwanis Brat Days at Loves Park Logli’s – 1810 Harlem, L.P. 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Live entertainment. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org. “Take Your Brat to Work Day” – Logli’s, 6-9 a.m. Drive-thru only. Breakfast Brats, $2.50 each.

Fourth Annual “Pec” River Fest – Lena Community Park District at McConnell’s “Bobtown” Landing, Lena. Three-day event featuring “Catered Pontoon Rides” with picnic-style dinner and live entertainment. Cost: $20/person. Advance registration required. Info: 815-369-5351 or 815-990-0146.

Drop-In Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Protect Yourself from a Black Knight Attack! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. Noon-1 p.m. Ages 10-19. With No Joke Martial Arts. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Family Friday: Open House at Hogwarts – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Activities for aspiring wizards and witches. Experiment with potions, decorate a dragon, explore astronomy, practice Quiddich. Bring your Muggle parents for a family fun time. Cost: $2/person with museum admission to public, $7 adults, $7 chidren, free to museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.

Nature Girls – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill Park, 11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12. Cost: $12/Welty member, $15/non-member. Register by July 13. Info: 608-361-1377.

Friday Fishing Fun – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12. Cost: $12/Welty member, $15/non-member. Register by June 29. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Teen Volunteer Fridays – Rockford Public Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Leaf River Summer Nights – River Valley Complex, 605 S. Main St., Leaf River. Free-will donations for “Raise the Roof” project. Info: 815-973-1064.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA – Harmony Center, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Bisexual group, 6-7:30 p.m. LGBT Movie Night, 6-8 p.m. Lesbian Women’s Group, 7:30-9 p.m. LGBT Friendship Group, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Cost/Info: 815-639-0312.

Euchre – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 55 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen Library Quest – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Forest City Queen Grab ‘N’ Go Lunch Cruise – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Grab a box lunch and board the boat for a 30-minute cruise. No reservations required. $8 adults, ($8.50 non-resident); $7.50 ages 5-17 ($8.50 non-resident]; free for ages 4 and younger. Info: 815-987-8894.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday Night Flix: Madagascar – Davis Park North Lawn, 300 S. Wyman St. Free. Gates open at 7 p.m., movie at sundown.

Forest City Queen Friday Night Fish Fry Cruise – Riverview Park, 321 N. Madison St. Enjoy Rockford Park District’s Rocky’s Concessions fish dinner with tartar sauce, cole slaw, baked beans, bread, dessert & beverage while cruising the Rock River. Watch the Ski Broncs performance. $21. Info: 815-9878894.

Friday Survivor Days – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill Park, 11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12. Cost: $12/Welty member, $15/non-member. Info: 608-361-1377.

Ski Broncs Water Ski Show – Shorewood Park, 5000 Forest Grove St., Loves Park. 7 p.m.

Baseball: Rockford Foresters vs. Will County Crackerjacks – Marinelli Field, 101 15th Ave. 7 p.m. $5-$9. Info: 815-312-2115.

Summer Evenings in the Garden – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Open until 8 p.m. Info: 815-965-8146.

Wildflower Weekend at Nygren Wetland Preserve – 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. Scheduled group tours by Natural Land Institute. Call to arrange a guided tour. Info: 815-964-7111 or www.naturalland.org or e-mail nil@aol.com.

Saturday, July 16

North End Farmers’ Market – North End Commons, 1400 N. Main St. Purchase fresh seasonal produce, cut flowers, plants and bakery items.

Mt. Carroll Farmers’ Market – Market Street Commons, 320 N. Main St., Mt. Carroll. 8 a.m.-noon, May thru October. Includes Learn Great Foods cooking demonstrations at 10 a.m. the first and second Saturdays of each month. Info: 800-244-9594.

Kiwanis Brat Days at Edgebrook – 1601 N. Alpine Road. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org.

Kiwanis Brat Days at East State Logli’s – 6410 E. State St. 11a.m.-5 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Live entertainment. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org.

Kiwanis Brat Days at Loves Park Logli’s – 1810 Harlem. 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Johnsonville brats, 1/4-pound beef hot dogs, meatless barbecue sandwich, chips, pop or water. Live entertainment. Advance tickets $5 at Logli’s, all Alpine Bank locations, and MembersAlliance Credit Union; or on site, $6. Info: www.alpinekiwanis-il.org.

Program on Nuclear Power – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 2 p.m. David Kraft, director of Nuclear Energy Information Service (NEIS), Chicago, warns that the aging nuclear reactors in the U.S. are not safe. Stanley Campbell will reminisce about the Byron Nuclear Power License Hearings. Info: 815-871-8991.

Oregon Trail Days Outdoor Saloon and Eatery – Third Street parking lot behind library in downtown Oregon. Terry Goffee performs the Ultimate Johnny Cash Tribute, plus Southern Heritage, Penny MaeDixon, beer garden, and a variety of food. 5 p.m.-close. Proceeds go toward Oregon Trail Days Festival and restoration of Black Hawk Statue. Info: www.oregontraildays.org.

Oregon Trail Days – Lowden State Park, Oregon. “Wild West Show” includes a new act featuring Annie Oakley and Frank Butler. Also: Chris Camp as “The Whip Guy” and Dr. Dan Barth and his old-time medicine & ventriloquism show. Randy Erwin, Cowby Yodeler and Trick Roper, will perform. Also: horse-drawn wagon rides and a Photo Emporium. Info: www.oregontraildays.org.

Richard Nicodemus Memorial Commemoration & Bicycle Trail Ride – Orangeville, near Jane Addams Trailhead, in memory of Richard Nicodemus, who died Jan. 10, 2011. He was a frequent trail rider. Dedication at 10 a.m., followed by bike ride from Orangeville Trailhead to Monroe, Wis. with lunch at Culver’s Restaurant in Monroe about 11:30 a.m. Then return to Orangeville Trailhead. Wisconsin Trail Pass needed. Price: $4 for day pass or $20 for a season pass. Info: 815-449-2203.

Saturday Spectacular: Prince and Princess Power! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Build a Fairy House – Womanspace, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9 a.m.-noon.Age 9-adult, with Norm Knott. Cost $20 (includes some materials). Register by July 14. Bring all-natural items to add to the Fairy Exchange Table, plus camera, gloves, hiking shoes, long sleeves & pants. Info: 815-877-0118.

Wildflower Weekend: Wildflower Tours and Family Activities Day – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. Guided tours from local naturalists, creek studies, archaeological display and programs from “Hoo” Haven and Two Toads. Sponsored by Natural Land Institute. Info: 815-964-6666.

Singles Summer Picnic – Dahlquist Park Shelter, 3251 Oak Grove Ave., behind Valley View Apartments and Temple Baptist Church at East State & 29th streets. 1-4 p.m. Cost: $5/person, $2/children younger than 12. Hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, potato salad, beverages, place settings provided. Bring a hot or cold dish plus outdoor games or card/board games. Sponsored by Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR). Info: 815-962-4279.

Fourth Annual “Pec” River Fest – Lena Community Park District at McConnell’s “Bobtown” Landing, Lena. Three-day event featuring Summer Flotilla with 7.9-mile scenic river ride. Lunch and SAG Pontoon will be provided. Advance registration required. Info: 815-369-5351 or 815-990-0146.

NASCAR Weekly Racing Series — Rockford Speedway, 1601 W. Lane Road, Loves Park. Christmas in July Kids’ Night: Kids age 11 and younger can ride in a racecar prior to races. Late Models, Sportsmen, American Short Trackers, RoadRunners plus Christmas Tree Race. 7:07 p.m. $8 adults; $6 students 12-17; free for 11 and younger. Info: 815-633-1500.

Haunted Rockford Tour – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 7-10 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Take a bus trip to visit some legendary sites. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Forest City Queen Sunset Dinner Cruise – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Two-hour cruise w/dinner from Penguin Foods Catering. Main entree, two side dishes, dessert and drink. This week: Prime Rib, $26, or Vegetarian Pasta, $21. Reservations required three days in advance. Info: 815-987-1685.

Weiskopf Observatory–Public Viewing – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Begins at dusk, every Saturday. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 216.

Zumba (Bilingual: English/Spanish) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Baseball: Rockford Foresters vs. Will County Crackerjacks – Marinelli Field, 101 15th Ave. 6 p.m. $5-$9. Info: 815-312-2115.

Sunday, July 17

Old Town Hall Museum Open – Davis Junction Scott Township Historical Society Old Town Hall Museum, Davis Junction. 1-4 p.m.

Family Golf – Ingersoll Golf Course, 101 Daisyfield Road. Open practice 1-5 p.m. Admission: $1, ages 17 and younger, $3 ages 18 and older [$1 if accompanied by youth ages 17 and younger). Park District golf permit holders admitted free. Info: 815-987-8834.

Fourth Annual “Pec” River Fest – Lena Community Park District featuring Illinois Paddling Council canoe & kayak races. Professional series launches from Browntown, Wis. Amateur series launches from Brewster’s Landing east of Winslow, Ill. All races go downriver and end at McConnell’s “Bobtown” Landing. Advance registration required. Info: 815-369-5351 or 815-990-0146.

Wildflower Weekend: Quiet Walks and Picnics – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. Observe birds and other wildlife in the 721 acres of prairies, woodlands and wetlands. Bring a picnic to eat in the oak grove. Info: 815-964-6666 or www.naturalland.org.

Oregon Trail Days – Lowden State Park, Oregon. “Wild West Show” includes a new act featuring Annie Oakley and Frank Butler. Also: Chris Camp as “The Whip Guy” and Dr. Dan Barth and his old-time medicine & ventriloquism show. Randy Erwin, Cowby Yodeler and Trick Roper will perform. Also: horse-drawn wagon rides and a Photo Emporium. Info: www.oregontraildays.org.

Lions Club Breakfast & Canoe Rally – 7 a.m. Participants will canoe on the Rock River starting from Oregon Park East, ending at either Castle Rock or Grand Detour. $10 registration fee includes breakfast, shuttle and a collectible patch. Breakfast served by the Lions, 7-11 a.m. Transportation from take-out point back to the launch/breakfast area provided. Canoers are responsible for loading and unloading canoes. 8K Run-a-muck starts at Castle Rock State Park and ends at the breakfast area. Info on festival times, costs, and tipi camping: www.oregontraildays.org.

Good God Questions – Zion Lutheran Church, 925 Fifth Ave. 9:15 a.m. Every Sun. Free. Info: 815-964-4609.

Ethnic Quilts – Ethnic Heritage Museum, 1129 S. Main St. Showcases a variety of ethnic, southwest Rockford, and Civil War circa quilts. Thru Sept. 30. Sponsored by Northern Illinois Quilt Fest. Admission: $5/family, $3/ individual, $2/student. Info: 815-962-7402.

The Real Poop: Behind the Scenes of an AKC Dog Show – Boone County Fairgrounds. 1-3 p.m. Age 9-adult. Cost $10 (includes group admission to the show). Sponsored by Womanspace. With Dolores Burkholder. Register by July 14. Meet breeders, club members and watch group finals judging. Info: 815-877-0118.

Huntington’s Disease Support Group – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony & St. Joseph Rooms, 5666 E. State St. 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-282-0600.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Baseball: Rockford Foresters vs. Will County Crackerjacks – Marinelli Field, 101 15th Ave. 4 p.m. $5-$9. Info: 815-312-2115.

Monday, July 18

Adventure Club – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road. 9-11 a.m. Thru July 28. $35/two-week session. Choice of Tues. & Thurs. or Mon. & Wed. Ages 3-6. Pre-register at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Chocolate City Nightlife – Bar 3, 326 E. State St. 9 p.m. Every Mon. Info: 815-621-4319.

Katie’s Choice Book Club Discussion: The Art of Racing in the Rain – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Free. Info: 815-962-4279.

Medieval Crafts for Teens – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Make crafts such as origami dragons, family coat of arms, Celtic tattoos, chain mail jewelry. Info: 815-965-7606.

Hire Me! Session 2 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisites: Proficient familiarity with the mouse and Internet and an e-mail address. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Rockford Ostomy Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7:30 p.m. Info: 815-397-2514.

Point Man Ministries – Firstborn Ministries Church, 8213 N. Alpine Road. 6:30 p.m. Veterans meet for fellowship and prayer every Monday. Info: 815-742-1993.

Tuesday, July 19

Farmers’ Market – Verdi Club, 782 N. Madison St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Every Tuesday thru Sept. 27. Info: 815-968-8119.

“First and Third” Open Art Studio – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-7 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Camp Peek-Into-Creek No. 2 –Severson Dells Forest Preserve, 8786 Montague Road and Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. second- through fifth-grade level. Cost: $60/Severson Dells member, $75/non-member. Info: 815-335-2915.

Cambodian Missionary Speaks – JustGoods Listening Room, 201 Seventh St. Noon. Rockford Urban Ministries presents Clara M. Biswas, United Methodist missionary, who will speak about her experience helping the poor in Cambodia. Lunch will be provided at noon for free-will donation. Program begins at 12:30 p.m. Info: 815-964-7111.

Readers’ Theater – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 8-12. Thru July 15. Present literature through drama. Advance registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Movie Tuesdays – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 2-5 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet. Info: 815-965-7606.

Family Story Hour – Rockford Public Lib rary, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Grief Support Group – Anderson Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Hosted by Hospice Care of America and Anderson Gardens. Free. Limited to first 20 registrants. Info: 815-316-2700.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Edgar Cayce A.R.E Holistic & Spiritual Study Group – 1615 River Bluff Blvd. Every other Tues. 7-8:30 p.m. Info: 815-234-2394.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Adult Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice Office, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.

Seniors Use Your E-mail No. 2 – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Watercolor: Enjoy the Flow – Woman-space, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 1-3 p.m. Age 16-adult. Cost: $70 (includes 140 pounds paper). Register by July 18. With Sue G. Abare. Bring paints & brushes; no experience necessary. Info: 815-877-0118.

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Public Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Info: 815-963-7465.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

“Get Fit After 50 … Safely” – Rock Valley College, Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Info: 815-921-3931.

Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA – Harmony Center, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Teen Drop-In, 4-6 p.m. Young Adult Meet & Greet, 5-7 p.m. Gay Men’s Group, 7-8:30 p.m. Transgender Group, 8:30-10 p.m. Cost/Info: 815-639-0312.

Witches And Wizardry – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Please have your free listing in to The Rock River Times the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Call (815) 964-9767 to report any inaccuracies in these calendars.

From the July 13-19, 2011 issue