Community Calendar: Week of Sept. 7-13, 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.
Merchant Family Civil War Display – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Local History Room, 215 N. Wyman St. Winnebago County family who sent 10 sons to the military during the Civil War. Thru September.
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 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.
Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights resume Sept. 10, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.
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.
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 Gourmet Wine Dinner at Wind Ridge Herb Farm – 466 Quail Trap Road, Caledonia, just northeast of Rock Cut State Park. Benefit for Womanspace. Rescheduled for Sept. 10. 6-9 p.m. Fund-raising dinner open to public. Tickets: $100/person. Reserve by Sept. 8 at 815-877-0118 or www.womanspace-rockford.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.
Registration: Holy Family Parish’s Divorce Healing Program – 12-week DVD series offers help from a Catholic perspective. Series begins Sept. 12. Info: 815-398-4280.
Registration: Training for Parents of Students Receiving Special Education Services – Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center. Date: Sept. 8. Info/Register: 866-436-7842, ext. 107, or fmptic.org. Registration after Sept. 1 must be by phone.
Registration: Rock River Sweep – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Event Sept. 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet at the Heritage Farm Museum. All ages. Free. Register by Sept. 9 at 815-234-8535.
Registration: Boy Scout Badge: Soil & Water Conservation – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Sept.13,6-9 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. $7/person, ages 10 and up. Register by Sept. 12 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for Trip to Museum of Science and Industry – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center. Date: Sept. 16. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $15/person or $20/couple. Register by Sept. 14. Museum admission not included. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for Canoe the Rock – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Heritage Farm Museum. Date: Sept. 18. 9 a.m.-noon. Cost: $20/canoe. Register by Sept. 16. All ages. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Wednesday, Sept. 7
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.
Beginning Computer Lab for the Absolute Beginner – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.
Northwest Neighborhood Meeting – Rockford Health System Auditorium, 2400 N. Rockton Ave. 5:30-7 p.m. Regarding changes and problems in the northwest area. Follow-up to preliminary meeting held by Rockford Police Department. Free.
Meeting on “Accelerating Growth at Our Region’s Airport” – Rock River Water Reclamation District, 3501 Kishwaukee St. 7:30-10:30 a.m. Convene regional partners to discuss maximizing the region’s economic drivers starting with building a consensus around growth actions at and around RFD.
City of Rockford Community & Economic Development Hearings – Northwest Community Center, 1325 N. Johnston Ave. Noon. For special accommodations for disabilities, call 815-987-5690.
Barbara Olson City of Hope Blood Drive – 3206 N. Central Ave. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments available. Reserve at: 815-964-9275, ext. 265.
Community Blood Drive – Grace United Methodist Church, 3555 McFarland Road, Rockford. 3-7 p.m. You must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. To schedule an appointment, call 815-637-4561.
Special Flight for Retired Air Force WWII Pilot – Poplar Grove Air Motive, 11619 Route 76, Poplar Grove. 5:30 p.m. To honor Leonard Ihnke, 90, who served in the Air Force in WWII and spent most of his adult life as an aircraft mechanic. Ihnke’s flight is organized by Passages Hospice Dreams, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fulfilling unmet wishes for hospice patients.
Heirloom Tomato Tasting – Boone County Conservation District, Roger D. Gustafson Nature Center, 603 N. Appleton Road, Belvidere. 6:30-8 p.m. Sample more than 20 varieties of tomatoes, learn how to process and store seeds. Cost: $5/person. Prepayment and pre-registration required. Info: 815-547-7935.
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.
Look, Listen, and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.
Turning 65: Get the Facts – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 50 and older. Covers Social Security, original Medicare, Parts A and B, Supplemental Insurance and Medicare, Parts C and D. Eligibility, enrollment, types of benefits and resources. Registration required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Wednesday Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
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. $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.
Home School Skate and Play – Carlson Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Indoor ice skating from 2:20-4:20 p.m. every Wed. thru May 16, 2012. Open for children 12 and younger. Discounted prices: admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident); skate rental, $1.50, Playworld admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident). Family package $20 ($25 non-resident) includes skating admission, skate rental & Playworld admission for up to 4 family members. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. For people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.
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: 815-395-4505.
“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.
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.
Young Adult Board Meeting – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. How can the library better serve teens?To get an application, see Kathi Kresol in Youth Services, call 815-965-7606, ext. 682, or e-mail at kkresol@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.
Thursday, Sept. 8
Alpha Club Dinner – Alpine View Restaurant, 1710 S. Alpine Road. 5 p.m. Social group for widowed people. Each person pays for his or her dinner. Info: 815-633-9530.
Senior DigiPhoto No. 1 – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Bring your camera with memory card, all cables and power cord or charger and your instruction booklet. Must be proficient with Internet. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
City of Rockford Community & Economic Development Hearings – Northwest Community Center, 1325 N. Johnston Ave. 5:30 p.m. For special accommodations for disabilities, call 815-987-5690.
Genealogy for Beginners – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Classroom A, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Volunteer Open House – Rockford Park District, Webbs Norman Center, Board Room, 401 S. Main St. 5:30 p.m. Learn about volunteer opportunities at the Park District. Info: 815-987-8800 or 888-871-6171(TTY).
Public Forum: “September 11, Ten Years Later” – Rockford Institute, 928 N. Main St. 6 p.m. Hosted by Scott P. Richert, executive editor of Chronicles. President Thomas Fleming will speak about “The War on Civil Liberties: Less Safe and Less Free.” Foreign Affairs Editor Srdja Trifkovic will adress, “Islam: More Powerful Than Ever?” Admission: $15/person, $25/couple if paid in advance; $20/person or $30/couple at the door. Reservations required. Info: 815-964-5053.
Viader Wine Dinner at Abreo – Abreo, 515 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Join Delia and Janet from their Napa winery, Viader.Try some labels and purchase wines. Cost: $65/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Call for reservations: 815-968-9463.
Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (Spanish/English] – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, Program Room, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. Ages 3-8. Info: 815-965-7606.
Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6. 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. Info: 815-965-7606.
Mi Familia – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. All ages. Celebrate the family in its many forms. Info: 815-965-7606.
How Will We Pay for College? – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 15 and older. Information about college costs, scholarships, financial aid applications. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
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.
Training for Parents of Students Receiving Special Education Services – Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center. Info/Register: 866-436-7842, ext. 107, or fmptic.org. Registration after Sept. 1 must be by phone.
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.
Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.
Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.
Latino Film Festival – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-987-6633.
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.
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.
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.
Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.
Friday, Sept. 9
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. Thru Oct. 21. 3-7 p.m. 25+ vendors. Music by After 5 Jazz Trio. Featuring Discovery Center Museum. Info: 815-964-4388 or rockfordcitymarket.com.
Farmers’ Market – HCC Realty, 1240 S. Alpine Road.
Traps, Trash and Technical Details: Rules and Regs for Not-for-Profits – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 7:30 a.m. Presented by James C. Provenza, graduate of University of Illinois, who has a law degree from John Marshall Law School. Hosted by Northern Ill. Planned Giving Council. Breakfast included. $20 for NIPGC members, $35 non-members. Info: 815-964-6666.
Drop-In Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. Info: 815-965-7606.
Hanging of Anniversary Banner – Centennial Multicultural United Methodist Church, 219 S. Second St. Noon. Celebrating 175 years of ministry in the community. All are welcome.
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.
Green Fire! – Aldo Leopold Film – Beckman Mill County Park, 11450 S. Hwy. H, southwest of Beloit, County Hwy. H & Mill Pond Road. 6 p.m., meet conservation organizations, 7:30 p.m. film. Tickets: $2 advance, $3 day of show, thru Rock County Parks, 608-757-5473, or Welty Environmental Center, 608-361-1377. Info: www.GreenFireMovie.com, wwwco.rock.wi.us, or www.weltycenter.org.
After Hours Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 7-9 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 Group, 4-6 p.m. Rockford Rainbow Group, 6-7:30 p.m. Bisexual Group, 6-7:30 p.m. Gay Men’s Group, 6-7:30 p.m. Rockford Pride Fest Board Meeting, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lesbian Women’s Group, 8:30-10 p.m. Transgender Group, 8:30-10 p.m. Cost/Info: 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.
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.
Student of Color Summit – Ellis Arts Academy, 222 S. Central Ave., Rockford. 5-10 p.m. Welcome and performance by spoken word artists, followed by groups in ice-breaker session and workshops. Pizza and social hour. Sponsored by RVC Student Life. Reservations required. RSVP: 815-921-4180.
Douglas Nolan Book Signing – Barnes & Noble, CherryVale Mall, 7200 Harrison Ave. 7:30 p.m. Author will sign copies of his juvenile fiction book, The Cider House Bears.
Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session begins Sept. 9, 80-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.
Saturday, Sept. 10
Rock River Sweep – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Heritage Farm Museum. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. All ages. Canoe the river or do a shore clean-up. Register by Sept. 9. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
“Baby Express” – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, St. Anthony & St. Joseph rooms, Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $75/couple. Class size is limited. Info/Register: 815-227-2695.
Sibling Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, St. Francis room, Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 10-11 a.m. Cost: $5/family. Registration is required. Info: 815-227-2695.
Rock It: Leadership Kick-off Weekend – Rock Valley College Student Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sponsored by RVC Student Life, to teach students how to become better leaders. Space is limited. RSVP: 815-921-4180.
Cricuit Swarm – Rockford Public Library, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 10 a.m..-2 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Emergency Preparedness Disaster Planning and Service Expo – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 324 University Drive, Rockford (across from NIU extension off State Street). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Seminars and displays include: self-sufficiency through gardening, preparing and storing food, water purification, emergency medical instruction, alternative and generator energy, preparing for financial disasters, ID kits for kids, and more. Info: www.BePreparedRockford.com.
Ninth Annual Durand Biker Bash & Chili Shoot Out – Town Square, Durand. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Chili sampling, judging, view cycles on display. Live music by Rollin Whiskey and Playground of Sound. Food, drink, vendor booths, raffles. Proceeds to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Free. Info: 815-262-3137 or www.durandevents.com.
2011 Fatman Olympics – Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve, 5360 Mulford Road, Cherry Valley. Noon. Sporting events: Fantastic Football Flinging, Putt Putting for Puttzes, Home Run Derby, Buster’s Bean Bag Toss, Fabulous Free Throwing, Rag Arm Pitching, Fab Frizz. Cost: Adults, $25 BYOB, kids under 12, $10 to participate. Meats, refreshments, T-shirt provided. Bring a dish to pass. Part of proceeds go to Buster Lindsay Memorial Scholarship Fund. Info: 815-751-7663.
Seventh Annual Thin Mint Sprint – Girl Scout Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley. 8K road race, 2-mile family fun walk/run and 4-mile Tough Cookie Trail Run. Trail run at 7:30 a.m., 8K run and family fun walk begin at 9 a.m. Presented by Joseph Behr & Sons and Harris Bank. Cost/Info: 800-478-7248 or www.girlscouts.org.
Assistance for Veterans – Kegel Harley-Davidson, 7125 Harrison Ave. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information about benefits and services, courtesy of Disabled American Veterans and the Harley-Davidson Foundation. Counseling and claim filing assistance. Free to veterans and their families. Info: 312-980-4242.
A World of Words: In Print – Barnes & Noble, CherryVale Mall, Ste. 5, 7200 Harrison. 1-7 p.m. Guest authors, book signings, readings, author panels, poetry discussions, children’s events. Info: BN.com/bookfairs.
Rock River Valley Feis (Irish Dance Competition) – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Competition open to all dancers, from beginners to championship level. Info: 815-489- 1664 or kdecoster@gorockford.com.
Fourth Annual Firefighter’s Ball – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7. Includes silent auction, live entertainment. Two pieces of steel from the World Trade Center will be on display. Hosted by Rockford Firefighters Local 413. Tickets: $50/person with proceeds to benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association. Info: 630-960-1500.
Gourmet Wine Dinner at Wind Ridge Herb Farm – 466 Quail Trap Road, Caledonia, just northeast of Rock Cut State Park. Benefit for Womanspace. 6-9 p.m. Fund-raising six-course dinner open to public. Tickets: $100/person. Reserve by Sept. 8 at 815-877-0118 or www.womanspace-rockford.org.
Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) Volleyball/Game Night – Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Volleyball, board and card games, conversation and fun. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. First-time visitors may participate free; returning singles pay $2 with a snack or $3 at the door. Beverages provided. Info: 815-962-4279.
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.
Out of the Darkness Rockford Community Walk – Anderson Japanese Gardens, Dining Room, 318 Spring Creek Road. Check-in 10 a.m. Walk at 11 a.m. Sponsored by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to raise awareness and reduce stigma. Help save lives. No minimum fund-raising requirement, no registration fee to participate in walk. Info: http://afsp.donordrive.com/event/rockford.
Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Bring your own pictures; supplies for one page provided. Children younger than 12 need to be accompanied by adult. Info: 815-965-7606.
Saturday Spectacular: Grandparents are GREAT! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
Screw City Beer Festival – Downtown Rockford, intersection of State and Main streets. 1-6 p.m. More than 100 beers from 30 breweries will be served. General admission: $25, includes 5-ounce plastic pilsner tasting cup, event guide and 25 drink tickets. VIP ticket $50, includes 5 oz. tasting glass, VIP hour from 12-1 p.m. with special releases, 30 drink tickets, event guide and Screw City Beer Festival T-shirt. Info: www.screwcitybeerfest.com.
Community Coalition Dinner for Veterans – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. 5-8 p.m. Free dinner to honor, entertain, inspire, and inform area veterans of benefits they are entitled to. Special guest, Sen. Dave Syverson. Q & A with a panel of veteran experts on financial, medical, housing & funeral assistance. Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-316-2700.
Lecture by Pastor Daniel Pye – Calvary Christian Church, 5455 Charles St., Rockford. 5 p.m. Story of a man who was wrongfully imprisoned in Haiti for nearly six months. Pizza and beverages served after program. Info: 815-398-4940.
NASCAR Weekly Racing Series – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Public Safety & Medical Professionals Night. Championship night: Late Models, Sportsman, American Short Track, Road Runner, Outhouse Races, Road Runner non-winners, plus Late Model Showdown match. Opening ceremony featuring World Trade Center steel. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m., qualifying begins at 6 p.m. with the first race at 7:07 p.m. Adult tickets: $8, students (ages 12-17) $10, kids [ages 6-11] $5, children age 5 and younger, free. Info: 815-633-1500 or www.rockfordspeedway.com.
A Concert for Peace – Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main St. Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert starts at 7. Exploring peace through sacred texts of seven faiths; several choral ensembles and a 400-member “massed choir.” Free-will offering. Info: 815-964-7111 or 815-985-0008.
Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.
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.
Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Saturday and Sunday session begins Sept. 10, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.
Sunday, Sept. 11
Lecture by Pastor Daniel Pye – Calvary Christian Church, 5455 Charles St., Rockford. 10 a.m. Story of a man who was wrongfully imprisoned in Haiti for nearly six months. Info: 815-398-4940.
Barbara Olson City of Hope Fundraiser – Casey’s Pub, 7307 N. Alpine Road. 2-5 p.m. Tickets: $7 adult, $5 kids 12 and younger. Pizza and pasta dinner.Tickets at 3206 N. Central Ave. Info: 815-964-9275, ext. 265.
Winnebago County Memorial “Remembering 9/11” – Justice Center, 650 W. State St. Reading of names at 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. breakfast, 10 a.m. 10th Anniversary 9/11 Ceremony; 11:30 a.m. groundbreaking. Local agencies and color guard will participate. Info: 815-997-3939.
9.11 Mile “Run for the Steel” – Part of Winnebago County 9/11 Emergency Responders Memorial. Each runner is asked to make a $55 donation. Runners who complete the course will be recognized at the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at 10 a.m. All donations will be used for construction of the memorial.
Multi-Faith Gathering: The 9/11 Decade of Impact – Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 158 N. Fourth St., DeKalb. Music, stories, poems and dialogue about impact of 9/11. Open mic, 4-6 p.m. 6:30-8 p.m.: Readings, drumming circle, poetry, prayers. With David Stocker, folk-funk band Clio, and a cappella group Cymbal. Info: 815-761-0433 or dpbecker@comcast.net.
Public Service Employees Appreciation Buffet – JT’s Bourbon Street Grille, 1407 N. Main St. 4 p.m. Free for veterans, firefighters, police officers. Cost: $4 to other public service employees. Info: 815-841-9341.
Huntington’s Disease Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony & St. Joseph rooms, 5666 E. State St. 4 p.m. Info: 815-282-0600.
Service of Remembrance & Rally Day Kick-Off – Third Presbyterian Church, 1221 Custer Ave. 9 a.m. Introduction of teachers and registration for Sunday School. 9:50 a.m., cross the street to Brown Park for helium balloon lift-off. Red, white and blue balloons. Prayer and tolling of church bell. 10:15 a.m. Service of Remembrance for 9/11. Rev. Murray Hanson will officiate. Info: 815-962-7889.
9/11 Tenth Anniversary Remembrance – Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 217 E. Hurlbut Ave., Belvidere. Special prayers at 8 and 10:30 a.m. services. Labyrinth for meditation is in the garden and open to walk at any time.
P.A. Peterson Center for Health 70th Anniversary Celebration – P.A. Peterson Center,1311 Parkview Ave., Rockford. 3 p.m. worship service, 1941-style liturgy and hymns. Light refreshments served after service. Info: 815-399-8832, ext. 4736 or www.PAPeterson.org.
Old Town Hall Museum – Davis Junction Scott Township Historical Society Old Town Hall Museum, 202 W. Pacific Ave., one block south of Rt. 72, corner of Pacific and Elm. 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.
Percy Jackson at Camp Half-Blood – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 8-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Auditions for 2011 Screamatorium & Fear Asylum Haunted Houses – Belvidere Park District, Baltic Mill, 916 W. Lincoln Ave., Belvidere. Noon-6 p.m. Open to anyone 16 years old and older. Auditions are approx. 30-45 minutes. Info: 815-965-6772.
Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St., Rockford. 1-5 p.m. open to the public for general target shooting on 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Classes in firearms safety and most events open to the public. Info: www.pinetreepistolclub.com.
Heritage Sunday – Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Displays of life from the late 1800s; age-old craftsmanship, Native American artifacts. Ride in a horse-drawn vehicle, learn about wild plants, take a guided tour. View antique & classic cars, tractors, etc. Includes a patriotic 9/11 tribute. Welty Environmental Center volunteers will give demonstrations. See the Heritage Garden. Info: 608-751-1551 or beckmanmill@yahoo.com.
Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony (Chanoyu) – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Held at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:30 p.m. Cost: $25, includes admission to the Gardens. Reservations required. Space is limited to 15 participants per ceremony. Info: 815-229-9390, ext. 10.
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.
Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Sunday session begins Sept. 11, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.
Monday, Sept. 12
Weissberg Program in International Human Rights lecture by Mark Drumbl – Beloit College, Morse-Ingersoll Hall, Richardson Auditorium, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 8 p.m. Info: www.beloit.edu/arts.
“Sip and Sail” – “Cruisin’ on the Rock Event.” Departs from Riverview Ice House dock at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. $35/person, age 21 and older. Info: 815-987-1632 or lisaalexander@rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Lap-Band Bariatric Procedure Seminar – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Joseph Room, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. Information on minimally invasive gastric banding procedure. Info: 815-227-2274.
“New Hope” for Recently Bereaved – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Registration is required. Info: 815-395-5358.
Rockford Progressive Meetup – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. 7-8:30 p.m. Topic: “Are Our Values Reflected in National Policies?” Free. Info: 815-494-4050.
Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.
Teen Wired Café – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 5-7:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games, surf the Internet, or make crafts. Info: 815-965-7606.
Infant/Toddler CPR Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. $12.50/person. or free for those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.
Senior Computer Learning 1 (of 6 sessons) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. A beginning computer class. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Chocolate City Nightlife – Bar 3, 326 E. State St. 9 p.m. Every Mon. Info: 815-621-4319.
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.
Word 2010–Session 1 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with Introduction to Computers and Internet or their equivalents. Info: 815-965-7606.
Tuesday, Sept. 13
Fund-raiser for Rockford Area Pregnancy Care Center – Caraotta Chiropractic Orthopedics, 4921 E. State St. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. For a $10 donation/person ($15/family), all chiropractic and orthopedic examinations, treatments, X-rays and second opinion evaluations will be provided at no charge. Appointments must be scheduled in advance. Info: 815-398-4004.
Boy Scout Badge: Soil and Water Conservation – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center. 6-9 p.m. $7/person. Ages 10 and older. Register by Sept. 12. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Farmers’ Market – Verdi Club, 782 N. Madison St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Every Tuesday thru Sept. 27. Info: 815-968-8119.
Senior Computer Q&A – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.
Seniors, Use Your E-mail No. 1 – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. For people who have an existing e-mail account. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
East Branch Second Tuesday Book Group: If Wishes Were Horses – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.
Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. 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.
Hispanic Author Celebration – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
Adult Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice Office, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.
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.
Family Story Hour – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
“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.
Mi Familia – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. All ages. Celebrate the family in its many forms. Info: 815-965-7606.
Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.
From the Sept. 7-13, 2011, issue
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