Community Calendar: Week of Aug. 10-16, 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.

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 “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 H.O.W.– Every Thursday at Byron Public Library, Route 2. 12-step study group – 5:30-6 p.m. Regular group meets 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 815-734-4662.

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 Lake Erie Fishing Trip – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Aug. 31-Sept. 2. All ages. Cost: $395/person, includes transportation, lodging, and two-day charter. Register by Aug. 15. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Winnebago County Animal Services Public Awareness Sessions – Volunteer Auxiliary at 4517 N. Main St. All sessions: 6 – 7:30 p.m. Aug. 24: Ask the Veterinarian. Call to register: 815-319-4106.

Registration for Veterans Memorial Hall Program on “The American Civil War” – Second of three sessions, Wed., Aug. 24 . $10 per session includes lunch. Call: 815-969-1999.

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.

Reservations for “Sip and Sail” – “Cruisin’ on the Rock Event” to be held Sept. 12. $35/person, age 21 and older. Info: 815-987-1632 or lisaalexander@rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Wednesday, Aug. 10

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. Donations can be dropped off at several locations. Info: 815-226-0212.

Boone County High School Bands Competition – Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. 7 p.m. Grandstand admission, $10. Info: www.boonecountyfair.com.

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.

Conversational English – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Meet Room C, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

U of I Extension Class: Weed Control in the Home Vegetable Garden – University of Illinois Extension, 1040 N. Second St., Rockford. 6-8 p.m. Fee $5. Info: 815-986-4357 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw/.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Welty Wednesday: Monarch Migrations – 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. 2 –Severson Dells Forest Preserve, 8786 Montague Road and Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve. 9-11:30 a.m. For children 4-6 years old. Cost: $30 members, $35 non-members. Register/Info: 815-335-2915.

DigiPhoto – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 16 and older. Bring your camera with memory card, all cables and power cord or charger, and instruction booklet. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

End of Summer Ice Cream Social – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Wednesday Morning Movie Series:- Rio – 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/Content.aspx?page-156.

NASCAR Weekly Racing Series – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Dollar Beer Night. Wild Wed-nesday with eight divisions of racing includes Spectacular Drags, pitting street cars one on one for one lap around the quarter-mile-high banked oval. Winner moves to the next round, and so on. See season champtions in: RoadRunner Super Summer Series, Bandits, Winged Women on Wheels, Legends, Bandit Challenge, Bandoleros, Misfits and Figure 8s. Spectator gates open 5 p.m., qualifying begins at 6 p.m. with the first race at 7:07 p.m. Adult tickets: $20, students (ages 12-17) $10, kids [ages 6-11] $5, children age 5 and younger, free. Info: 815-633-1500 or www.rockfordspeedway.com.

Microsoft Word 2010 No. 1 – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with Introduction to Computers and Internet or their equivalents. Info: 815-965-7606.

Annual Meeting of RVC Center for Learning in Retirement – Rock Valley College, Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 10 a.m.-noon. Free and open to the public. Courses for people age 50 and older. CLR catalog for attendees; chance to register early for fall classes. Presentation by Edward Finch in honor of the 150th anniversary of start of the Civil War. Info: 815-921-3931.

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

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

Self-Defense for Women and Girls – Womanspace, Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-7 p.m. Ages 9 and older. Cost: $60. Learn skills to defend yourself. Info: 815-877-0118.

Imagination Station: Dave Rudolf – Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, 1401 N. Second St. Zany songs and jokes. 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.

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

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

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.

Kishwaukee Corridor Weed & Seed Training Seminar – Benson Stone Company, 1100 11th St. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Presented by Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA). Free to participants. Register at 815-703-8976 or dhoefle@wchd.org.

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

Teen Exhibition Reception – Rockford Public Library, Main Library YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-8 p.m. Photos from Photography for Teens and Urban Art Expression on display. All ages. 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.

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 Gaming Tournament – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Thursday, Aug. 11

Boone County Fair – Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. Farm Tractor Pull, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Truck/Tractor & Semi Pulls, 6:30 p.m. General admission, $5. Grandstand admission, $7; bleachers, $5. Info: www.boonecountyfair.com.

Ostfriesen Genealogy Society of America Biennial Conference – Northern Illinois University, Rockford. Theme: “2012 Ostfriesen Family Reunion.” Four-day event. Anyone with ancestors from Ostfriesen, Germany is welcome to join. Info: http://www.ogsa.us.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Road. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Learn basic Hatha Yoga. Cost: $40/four classes or $12/class. Info: 815-877-0118,

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.

Wheels on the Bus – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

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.

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.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board and card game competition. 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, board games, surf the Internet. 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.

QuickBooks 1 – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Three-part course; you must attend all classes. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

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, Aug. 12

Boone County Fair – Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. Kellie Pickler, 7:30 p.m. Track, $15, Grandstand, $15, bleachers, $10.

Miracle Mile Neighborhood Festival – Don Carter Lanes, 4007 E. State St. Performance by Roscoe 5-8 p.m. X-51, 9-11 p.m. Advance tickets $5/person for two days. Available at Riverside Community Bank, Don Carter Lanes, Whitehead Realtors and Nicholson Hardware. Info: 815-975-0466 or 815-289-3089.

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 – 200 Water St. between State and Jefferson streets. 3-7 p.m. 25-plus vendors. Music by Empty Pockets. Featuring Burpee Museum of Natural History and Rockford Park District. Info: 964-4388 or rockfordcitymarket.com.

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

End of Summer Ice Cream Social – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Kaitlyn Miller Memorial Golf Outing – Swan Hills Golf Course, 2600 Gustafson Road, Belvidere. Scholarship sponsored by Keith Country Day School. Registration at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 12:30 p.m., dinner and prizes following. $90 per golfer, sponsor spots available for $200. Non-golfers can participate by attending post-tournament dinner; tickets $20 each. Info: 815-399-8850, ext. 117.

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

Katie’s Cup Storytime – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 10 a.m. Book: Little Things Make a Big Difference: A Story About Malaria. Presented by Lutheran World Relief and Lutheran Malaria Initiative. Free. Donations accepted. Info: 815-962-4279.

Splish, Splash, Splat – Discovery Center, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Make a squirter, experimemt with water balloon ballistics. Dress to get wet. All activities included with museum admission: $7 adults, $7 children, free to Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.

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. 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.

Nature Rocks Family Nature Club: Starry Safari – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park,11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. Two-day event. 7 p.m.-9 a.m. Cost: $75 per family. Provide your own camping equipment. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Video: Down From the Mountain: Live Concert Performances by the Artists and Musicians of O Brother Where Art Thou? – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 6:30 p.m. Video featuring Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Allison Kraus amd Union Station. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA – Harmony Center, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Bisexual group, 6-7:30 p.m. Rockford Rainbow Spirituality Group, 6-7:30 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.

LGBT Movie Night – Spectrum of Rockford, 6625 N. Second St. 7:30-10 p.m. $10/person. Ages 16 and older. RSVP: 815-639-0312.

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: Star Wars – Davis Park North Lawn, 300 S. Wyman St. Free. Gates open at 7 p.m., movie at sundown.

Open Computer Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your own laptop or use one at the library. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

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 crusing the Rock River. Watch the Ski Broncs performance. $21. Info: 815-9878894.

Small Farm Field Day – U of I Extension, at Harrison Market Gardens, rural Winnebago. 3-5 p.m. Visit a Subscription U-Pick CSA (Community Supported Agriculture] that grows produce for subscribers during the growing season. Free, but pre-register. Info: 815-986-4357.

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.

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

Saturday, Aug. 13

10th Annual Illinois Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair – Ogle County Faigrounds, 1440 Limekiln Road, Oregon, Ill. Presentations, workshops, booths, exhibits, children’s activities, food, entertainment. Entrance fees: Adults, $5/day or $7/both days; Youth (ages 12-16), $3/day or $5/both days. Info: 815-732-7332 or sonia@essex1.com.

Boone County Fair – Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. Next Level Pro Bull Riding, 7 p.m. Grandstand, $10, bleachers, $5. Info: www.boonecountyfair.com.

Miracle Mile Neighborhood Festival – Don Carter Lanes, 4007 E. State St. Performance by East High School Jazz Band, 2:30-3:30 p.m. East Lincoln Ave, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Rubik Steel, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Stevee Nix, 9:30-11 p.m. Advance tickets $5/person for two days. Available at Riverside Community Bank, Don Carter Lanes, Whitehead Realtors and Nicholson Hardware. Info: 815-975-0466 or 815-289-3089.

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.

Hypertufa Garden Art – Womanspace, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Register by Aug. 11. Learn about a lightweight concrete used to make creative pieces for your garden. Cost: $70 includes all materials. Info: 815-877-0118.

Children’s Book Sidewalk Sale – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 215 N. Wyman St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Most titles available for 10 cents each. All proceeds benefit Friends of Rockford Public Library.

Third Annual Alzheimer’s Association Great Duck Race – Heritage Crossing, Dixon. 10 a.m. Benefit for the Association; first, second, third and last-place prizes. Purchase Lucky Ducks at Alzheimer’s Association Rock River Branch, 93 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, or call 815-285-1110.

Veggie Tour: Planting the Seeds of Success Community Gardens – Various locations. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sponsored by Neighborhood Network to promote healthier eating. Info: 815-967-4034 or cyndiehall@rockfordil.gov or www.rockfordneighborhoodnetwork.org.

“Pencils in the Park” School Supplies Distribution – Davis Park, 300 S. Wyman St. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Festival with giveaway of backpacks w/supplies; activities include ice skating, spelling bee, games and contests. Free haircuts, food, nail painting, entertainment. Sponsored by Rockford Life Center, City of Rockford,Rockford Park District, and several local organizations. Info: 815-964-4966.

In Print Meeting – Cherry Valley Library, 755 E. State St. 1 p.m. Guest authors: Beverly Long, John Gile, Carol Howell, Dale Cozort. Panel dialogue. Interested writers may join for $30/year. Free. Info: kristin.oakley@inprintwriters.com.

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

Rummage & Craft Sale – Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Proceeds to benefit River City Sound Chorus. 40-plus families contributing to the sale. No early sales.

Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and up. Info: 815-965-7606.

Book Sale to Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Many gently-used books, puzzles, games, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds go toward Light the Night Walk to be held Sept. 25. Info: 815-885-2228.

16th Annual Honor the Mounds Gathering – Beattie Park, 400 block of North Main St., Rockford. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrating Native American mounds and culture. Speakers, vendors, food, demonstrations, drums, damcing. Free and open to the public. Presented by Native American Awareness Committee. Info: 779-770-0902.

Full Moon Hike – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 9-11 p.m. $2/person, all ages. Register by Aug. 12. Info: 815-234-3535, ext. 200.

The Dells After Dark – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 5:30-9:30 p.m. or camp all night long. Barbecue picnic, video release of Ben Artzell’s Animals of the Dells, kids’ hike, music by Emery Christiansen Band, nature movies. Cost: $25/person, $7/child under 21. Price $30 day of the event. For reservations/Info: 815-335-2915.

NASCAR Weekly Racing Series – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Car Load Night and Belly Flop Contest (for age 18 and up). Your entire car load admitted for $30 when you arrive by 6:30. Action includes Late Models, Sportsman, American Super Cups, RoadRunners and Hornets, also Driver/Fan Water Balloon Toss. Spectator gates open 5 p.m., qualifying begins at 6 p.m. with the first race at 7:07 p.m. Adult tickets: $20, students (ages 12-17) $10, kids [ages 6-11] $5, children age 5 and younger, free. Info: 815-633-1500 or www.rockfordspeedway.com.

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

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.

A Night in the Museum: Harlem Amusement Park – Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road. 7 p.m. Featuring sights and sounds of the 1920s. Purchase tickets to play carnival-style games, see sideshow performances, sample carnival food. Entertainment by the Mike Alongi Trio, the Bob Peterson Trio, others. Admission: $45 at the door. Info: 815-397-9112.

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 – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Foresters 5K Run – Marinelli Field, 101 15th Ave. 9 a.m. $30. Various age divisions. Info: 815-708-0242.

Sunday, Aug. 14

Boone County Fair – Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. Demolition Derby, 1 and 6 p.m. Grandstand, $10, bleachers, $6. Info: www.boonecountyfair.com.

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

“Be Aware” Self-Defense Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. For men and women. Cost: $35. Registration/Info: 815-395-4591.

CHIP Healthy Beginnings Session – Court Street United Methodist Church, 215 N. Clourt St. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn about lifestyle changes for prevention, arrest and reversal of heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes and high blood pressure. Free. RSVP: 815-962-6061.

Fossil Hunt – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.All ages. $2/person. Register by Aug. 11. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Midsommer Magic – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 3-4:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St. 1-5 p.m. open to the public for general target shooting on second and fourth Sundays of the month. Classes in firearms safety and most events open to the public. Info: www.pinetreepistolclub.com.

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.

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.

Woodsong: Saturday June Band – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Gates open at 4 p.m,. concert starts at 6 p.m. Tickets: $20/person, $18/members. Children younger than 16, free. Info: 815-965-8146 or www.klehm.org.

Monday, Aug. 15

Back to School Fun – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Open Computer Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your own laptop or use one at the library. Info: 815-965-7606.

Acrylic Painting: The Flexible Medium – Womanspace, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 14-adult. Cost $60. Info: 815-877-0118.

Katie’s Choice Book Club Discussion: The Forgotten Garden. Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Free. Info: 815-962-4279.

Water Planet Summer Day Camp – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit. Thru Aug. 19. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Ages 6-12 years. Cost: $60/Welty member, $75/non-member. Optional family camp-out, $10/Welty family, $15/non-member family. Info: 608-361-1377.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. 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, Aug. 16

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

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

Back to School Fun – Rockford 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:S30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Stream Ecology – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve, 7993 N. River Road. $3/person, all ages. Buckets and nets provided. Register by Aug. 15. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

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.

Water Planet Summer Day Camp – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit. Thru Aug. 19. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Ages 6-12. Cost: $60/Welty member, $75/non-member. Optional family camp-out, $10/Welty family, $15/non-member family. Info: 608-361-1377.

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.

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.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave.4-5 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Introduction to Using the Hammertime Unleashed Dog Park – Boone County Conservation District. 6:30 p.m. Cost $2/person; preregistration and prepayment required. Info: 815-547-7935.

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.

“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.

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.

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

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

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 Aug. 10-16, 2011, issue