Community Calendar: Week of May 9-15, 2012

Ongoing Attractions

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.

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

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

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

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.-noon at Christ Lutheran Church, 425 Riverside Road, Belvidere; Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park; Harlem Roscoe Fire Station, 10544 Main St., Roscoe, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1829 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Machesney Park Village Hall, 300 Machesney Park Road, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; The Postal Shoppe, 1643 N. Alpine Road, Rockford, Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. & Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; The Postal Shoppe, 2205 S. Perryville Road, Rockford, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. & Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

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

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $9 children 4-12, free for children younger than 4 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

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.

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

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

John Deere Historic Site – 8334 Clinton St., Grand Detour, Dixon. Gates open Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $5 for ages 12 and older. Info: 815-652-4551.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Info: 815-963-6769.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Field of Honor – U.S. flags to be displayed at Field of Honor on Riverside Boulevard and Walker Avenue, Loves Park, May 1-30.

Freeport Park District – 1122 S. Burchard, Freeport. Shaolin Kempo Kung Fu Self-Defense Classes run April 24-June 12. Tae Kwon Do classes run April 26-June 14. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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

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.

Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 2821 Bell School Road, Rockford. Classes in yoga, strength training, Qigong, line dancing and support group. Info: 815-395-5649 or healingpathwayscrc.org.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Computer classes Mon. and Wed. from 9:30-11:30 a.m. beginning March 12 thru April 11. Class will meet two times per week for 5 weeks. Class size is limited. Pre-registration and $50 commitment deposit required prior to first class. Fee will be refunded after you complete the class. Register/ Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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. Donation Day is first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Info: 815-965-8146.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Kundalini Yoga every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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

Little Cubs Field – 1160 W. Empire St., Freeport. Website accepts reservations for birthday parties, corporate events, reunions, family gatherings. Visit www.littlecubsfield.com.

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

MELD Mother’s Day Cards & Note Cards available – At various locations. Cards $5 each, 8 notecards for $10. Info: 815-633-6353, ext. 10.

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

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

Midwest Museum of Natural History – 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Admission $6, adults, $5 kids and seniors. Safari Sprouts 4th Wednesday of each month. Info: 815-895-9777.

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

Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St. Open Tues.-Sat. (closed Mon.): hours vary, check website or call. Admission: $6 resident, $8 non-resident, free for children 4 and younger. Water features, seating areas and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. Changing seasonal floral displays, special events, educational programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals of meeting/event room available. Gift shop. Info: www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/ncg or 815-987-8858.

Northern Illinois Medical Group – 5301 E. State St. Qigong classes offered at various times, based on demand and class progression. Info: 815-397-8500.

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.

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.

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

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.

Really, Really Free Market – Beattie Park, 21st of each month. Noon-6 p.m Free admission. Have stuff to donate? Drop it off!

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.

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.

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.

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 Organization Across Rockford (formerly STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Cost: $4 or $2 with a snack to share. Info: 815-563-4309, 815-636-9880 or go to www.singlesinrockford.org.

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.

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.

Summerfield Zoo – 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. Admission: $5 per person. Open weekends and selected Wednesdays. Info: 815-547-4852.

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

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.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

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.

Volcano Falls Adventure Park – 7602 Rock Valley Parkway. Extended hours: Open weekdays 3-8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, noon-8 p.m., weather permitting. Info: 815-282-2100.

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.

YMCA of Rock River Valley – I.D. Pennock Branch, 200 Y Blvd., 815-489-1252. Northeast Branch, 8451 Orth Road, Loves Park. 815-489-3352.

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.

Zumba Fitness Class – Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road. 10:15-11:15 a.m. every Saturday. Open to those 12 and older with no experience necessary. $5 drop-in fee. No membership fee, no child care. Info: 815-381-0765.

Registration Needed

Reservations for Perfect Prom Photos – Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. Dates: May 12 & 19, 3-5 p.m. $10 admission (includes 6 students and 1 photographer); two pre-determined tropical backdrops inside Conservatory. Advance registration required. Info: 815-987-1654.

Registration for Angelic Organics Learning Center events – Animal Chores for Kids, May 14. 4-5:30 p.m. $40. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Applications for Winnebago County Retired Association Scholarship Grant – Deadline: June 1 (WCRTA). Info: 815-636-3060.

Registration for Taking Care of Trees Series – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Session 3: The Care and Feeding of Trees, May 17, Session 4: Geriatric Tree Care, May 24. Individual courses, $15 non-member, $12 Klehm members. Info: 815-965-8146.

Registration for Rockford Park District Adult Golf Clinics – Aldeen Practice Centre. Thru June 23. Fees: $20 per clinic ($23 non-resident). Register at least one week in advance. Info: 815-987-8800 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now) or by mail, fax (with credit card), or at either Park District Customer Service location. Info: 815-987-8800.

Registration for Special Access Night — Rare Books – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Date: May 10, 6-8 p.m. Tickets: $50/person. Ticket sales close at 5 p.m., May 9. Register/Info: 815-964-2424 or www.tinkercottage.com.

Registration for “Bug Invaders of the Foreign Kind” – U. of Ill. Extension Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: May 10, 7 p.m. Identification, biology and management. $5/person. Info: 815-732-2191.

Registration for Trip to Bird Fest – Byron Forest Preseve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center. Date: May 12, noon-5 p.m. Cost: $7/person. All ages. Register by May 11. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Freeport Park District’s Programs for Women in the Outdoors – Oakdale Nature Preserve, 4433 S. Cranes Grove Road. Date: May 12, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $40. Register at the park district office, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport, 815-235-6114 or online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.

Registration for “Between Earth and Sky for Scouts and Homeschool” – Welty Environmental Center, 11600 S. County Road H, off Hwy. 81. Date: May 12. Session I: 10 a.m.-noon. Session II: 1-3 p.m. Both at Welty Environmental Center in Beckman Mill County Park. Grades K-1. Cost: $10 per Scout. Register by May 10. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycentr.org.

Registration for Burpee Explorers: Creepy Crawlers of the Ice Age – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. Date: May 12, 1-2:30 p.m. For ages 6-12 with an adult. Pre-registration and payment required. $18/child members, $20/child non-members. Info: 815-965-3433, ext. 1020.

Registration for Mother’s Day Eve Hike and Picnic – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Hwy. 81. Date: May 12, 4-6 p.m. Mothers with their families. Bring your camera for hike, then have a picnic. Welty Center will provide lemonade and treats. Donations accepted. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Registration for Haunted Rockford Walking Tour – Memorial Hall Parking Lot, 211 N. Main St. Date: May 12, 7-8:30 p.m. With Spirit Communicator Mark Dorsett. Cost: $15 advance, $20 at event. Call 815-871-4239 to register or pay at the door. Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.

Registration for Historic Presentation on Titanic – Cedar Crest, 1702 S. River Road, Janesville, Wis. Date: May 15, 2 p.m. Living history: David Wiedenkeller, M.A., will portray Senior Officer Charles Lightoller. Free and open to the public. Reservations required. Info: 608-373-6304.

Order Tickets for Lifescape’s Senior Follies – Date: May 16 at Rockford First, 5950 Spring Creek Road. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 at the door. Info: 815-963-1609.

Registration for Free EKG Screens for High School Students – Belvidere Medical Center. Date: May 16. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 6 p.m. Register your child at 815-968-4400, ext. 62894.

Registration for Lunch & Learn: Reflexology for Fibromyalgia – Womanspace, Holistic Health Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: May 16, noon-1 p.m. Cost: $12, members $10. Bring a sack lunch. Register by the preceding Monday. Info: 815-877-0118.

Reservations for Provena Cor Mariae “Spring Splendor” Luncheon & Style Show – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: May 17. Social hour, 11 a.m. Luncheon at noon. Raffle tickets, cash raffle. Fund-raiser for Provena St. Anne Center Auxiliary. Tickets: $22/person, at St. Anne’s or call 815-398-2411.

Registration for “Fun With Zumba” – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: May 17, noon-1:30 p.m. Guests: Cathie Everson, YMCA instructor, and Anitra Spangler. Cost: $13.50 includes lunch. Door prizes; child care by reservation. RSVP: 815-222-3015 or e-mail to rcwcreservations@aol.com.

Registration forWipfli Hewins Investment Advisors Luncheon for Businesswomen – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: May 17, 11:30-1 p.m. Finding the right financial advisor, post-tax season event. Info on investment and capital gains. Free, lunch provided. Reserve by May 14 at 815-484-5649.

Registration for Midnight Fishing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: May 17, 10 p.m.-midnight. Meet at Jarrett Center. $5/person. All ages. Bering your equipment. Register by May 17. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Live Gallery Reading with Mark Dorsett – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Date: May 18, 7-10 p.m. Messages from loved ones in spirit. Cost: $20. Reserve at 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Registration for Rockford Football Training Camp – Auburn High School Stadium, 5110 Auburn St. Date: May 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Chicago Bears Players will appear. Fees: $60/participant ($65 non-resident), Meet & Greet tickets also available for fans and non-participants for $60. Info: 815-987-8800 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now), or by mail, fax or credit card and at Park District Customer Service locations.

Registration for Cheesemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: May 19, 9 a.m.-noon. Hands-on workshop. Cost: $70. Please pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Nature Rocks Famiy Nature Club: Camping 101 – Welty Environmental Center at Turtle Creek Parkway near Shopiere, Wis. Date: May 19, 10 -11:30 a.m. Cost: $10/family. Basic camping skills. Register by May 14. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Registration for Organic Herbs from the Garden – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: May 20, 1-3:30 p.m. Cost: $50. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Walking Tour of Angelic Organics – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: May 20, 4-6:30 p.m. Cost: $22. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Trip to Field Museum – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: May 21, 9 a .m.-6 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Cost: $15/person or $25/couple. Museum admission and lunch not included. Register by May 18. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for 10th Annual Rt. 75 Garage Sales – 40 miles of garage sales along IL Rt. 75 between I-90 near Rockton and U.S. 20 outside Freeport. Dates: June 1 and 2. No charge. Sign up now, edit your listings later. www.route75sales.com.

Advance Tickets for Klehm’s 19th Annual Garden Fair – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Dates: June 1-3. Advance tickets on sale for $5 at Arte Verde, Gensler Gardens (two locations), Meridian Nursery, Pepper Creek, Village Green (two locations) and at Klehm. Good for admission all 3 days; also available online at klehm.org or call 815-965-8146. Free to Klehm members when they show membership card.

Registration for Sixth Annual Boone County Ride for Hunger – Benefit for Belvidere/Boone County Food Pantry. Date: June 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sock hop, live music,food, dance-offs, raffles door prizes, 50/50 drawings, and free T-shirt to first 50 riders to register. Info: 815-569-1571.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Wednesday, May 9

Bookwoman — No Ordinary Time: Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt: The Home Front in World War II – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-11 a.m. Suggested donation $5. Registration preferred by May 7, but walk-ins welcome. Info: 815-877-0118.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public 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.

EarthMatters Group – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon-1:30 p.m. Film and discussion of dirt. Suggested donation: $5. Bring a sack lunch. Info: 815-877-0118.

Rock River Walk Committee Meeting – Alzheimer’s Association, 93 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, Ill. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Info: 218-228-1111.

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

Naturopathic Breast Care – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 7-8:30 p.m. Cost: $25, members $20. How to manually clear lymph nodes, routine self-care, preventative nutrition, herbal remedies. Info: 815-877-0118.

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.

Meditation for Adults – Womanspace, Anjali Pavilion, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:30 p.m. May 16, 30; June 20 and 27. Ages 14 and older. Cost: $60 or $13/session, members $50 or $12 /session. Register by preceding Monday; walk-ins accepted if space available. Info: 815-877-0118.

Beginning Computer 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. Learn terminology, how to use a mouse, etc. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

YA Anime/Manga Club – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Volunteer Training for Southern Wisconsin AirFEST – ABC Supply Headquarters, 1 ABC Parkway, Beloit, Wis. 6 p.m. Info: 815-420-7923.

Hire Me! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Prerequisites: Proficient familiarity with the mouse and Internet and an e-mail address. Info: 815-965-7606.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 Main St. 8 p.m. Free. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, May 10

Rosecrance Flower Day – Gensler Gardens, 8631 11th St., New Milford, and 102 Orth Road, Loves Park. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Full greenhouse selection of plants. A portion of the proceeds go to Rosecrance.

Shelter Care Spring Luncheon – Tebala Shrine Temple, 7910 Newburg Road. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $35/person. Tables of 10 available. Festivities include music and song by Jubilee Center members, piano music. Marketplace items for sale. Info: 815-964-5520.

HOOPS! – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 2-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Youth Summer Job Fair – Heartland Church, 1130 S. Alpine Road. 3-7 p.m. Hosted by Rockford Career College and Workforce Connection. Open to youth ages 16-21. Info: 815-395-6688.

Composting Made Easy – Univ. of Ill. Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $5. Register/Info: 815-732-2191.

Great Jewish Family Festival – Westfield Old Orchard Center, 4999 Old Orchard Center, west parking lot, Skokie. 4-9 p.m. BBQ, Laser Tag, climbing wall, music, activities for all ages. Info: Rabbi Daniel Moscowitz, 773-262-2770, ext. 101.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6635 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Rescue Mission’s “Expressions of Hope” Banquet – Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $35 each or $350 for table of 10. Proceeds to assist the area’s homeless and needy. Reserve online at www.rockfordrescuemission.org.

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 2-5. Pre-K skills. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Facebook (three-week class) –Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Must be proficient at using a computer and the Internet. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Special Access Night — Rare Books – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 6-8 p.m. Tickets: $50/person. Ticket sales close at 5 p.m., May 9. Register/Info: 815-964-2424 or www.tinkercottage.com.

Wine Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Five-course dinner with five selected wines. Cost: $50/person (excludes tax & gratuity). RSVP: 815-968-9463.

“Bug Invaders of the Foreign Kind” – U. of Ill. Extension, Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. 7 p.m. Identification, biology and management. $5/person. Info: 815-732-2191.

Turning 65: Get the Facts – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 50 and older. Medicare eligibility, enrollment, benefits, options, Part D. Q&A session. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Introduction to QuickBooks (three-week class) – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Prerequisite: Must be able to merge in MS Word and create a chart in MS Excel. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-5:45 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Swing Dancing – Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 2001 N. Alpine Road. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: www.forestcityswing.org.

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.

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.

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

“A Big Cat Tackle for MELD” – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. 5:30-9:30 p.m. with VIP reception from 6-7 p.m., dinner at 7. Cost of dinner and program with James “Big Cat” Williams: $75/person or table of 10 for $750. Includes live and silent auction and raffle with sports memorabilia, Cubs and Bears tickets and more. Info: 815-633-6353, ext. 10 or www.rockfordmeld.org.

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.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

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, May 11

Canoe the Rock – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Heritage Farm. 5-8 p.m. Cost: $20/canoe. All ages. All equipment provided. Register by May 10. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Preschoolers! Garden Adventures – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: 10 a.m.-noon. Garden projects, some to take home. Please pre-register. Cost: $20. Info: 815-389-8455, www.learngrowconnect.org.

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.

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. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Conversational French – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 4-6 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Klehn Spring Plant Sale Preview Night – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 5-8 p.m. Indoor location only. $6 admission. Info: 815-965-8146.

Saturday, May 12

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Spring Clothing Drive – All seven Hilander stores, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Old or unused clothing should be in plastic bags, no hangers. Purses, linens, stuffed toys, soft-sided luggage also accepted. Shoes should be tied together.

Rockford Post Office 20th Annual “Stamp Out Hunger” – Letter carriers will pick up bags of non-perishable food left on doorstep by your mailbox. Donations will be taken to the local food bank. Largest food drive in the nation.

Perfect Prom Photos – Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. 3-5 p.m. $10 admission (includes 6 students and 1 photographer); two pre-determined tropical backdrops inside Conservatory. Advance registration required. Info: 815-987-1654.

Interview for Park PLAYers Applicants – Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1829 N. Rockton Ave. 10 a.m.-noon. Job opportunities for teens ages 14-15. Nonviolent conflict resolution playground program starts June 11. Teens must be present at 10 a.m. to participate in interview process; must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Will need worker’s permit if hired. Info: 815-962-4279 or RALMmail@aol.com.

Freeport Park District’s Programs: Women and the Wild – Oakdale Nature Preserve, 4433 S. Cranes Grove Road. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Workshops include: Archery, Bicycle Care & Comfort, Veggie Container Gardening, Old-Fashioned Candle Making, All-Terrain Fitness, Native sporing Wildflowers, more. Cost: $40. Register at the park district office, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport, 815-235-6114 or online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.

Klehm Spring Plant Sale – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoors & indoors, many colorful plants and shrubs. Free admission. Info: 815-965-8146.

Volunteer Training for Southern Wisconsin AirFEST – AirFEST office, 4746 S. Columbia Drive, Janesville, Wis. 10 a.m. Info: 815-420-7923.

Early Childhood Teacher Workshop: Cooking Up Reading Skills – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 10 a.m. -noon. Ages 18 and older. Build literacy and cooking skills using nutrition-focused storybooks. Learn how to identify a healthy recipe and make some to use in the classroom. CDA Credit provided by YWCA Child Care Solutions. Register at 815-965-7606, ext. 678.

Cricut Swarm – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Learn how to work your Cricut machine and all its features. You need to bring some materials. Info: 815-965-7606.

Nightingale Moment Honoring Nurses and All Healers – Womanspace Labyrinth, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon. Sponsored by American Holistic Nurses Association. Free-will offering. Info: 815-877-0118.

“Between Earth and Sky for Scouts and Homeschool” – Welty Environmental Center, 11600 S. County Road H, off Hwy. 81. Session I: 10 a.m.-noon. Session II: 1-3 p.m. Both at Welty Environmental Center in Beckman Mill County Park. Grades K-1. Cost: $10 per Scout. Register by May 10. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycentr.org.

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

The Language Interchange – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 1-2 p.m. Exchange language information with other individuals, English or non-English-speaking. Info: 815-965-7606.

Stewardship Saturday at Atwood Park – Seth B. Atwood Park, 2685 New Milford School Road. 9-11 a.m. Volunteer help with maintenance. All ages welcome; youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks provided. Info: 815-874-7576.

Cookout for a Cure – Best Buy Parking lot, 281 Deane Drive. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Benefit for American Cancer Society. Food, drinks, games, silent auction, raffles. By RVC students.

Mother/Daughter Hike and Journal-ing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 10-11:30 a.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Fees $5/person. Register by May 9. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Water Fair – Maria Montessori School, 4704 N. Rockton Ave. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Fund-raiser to build a well in South Sudan. Music, food, games, learning activities, vendor booths. David Stocker and Matt Losey will perform. Free tennis clinics, free blood pressure screenings. Water education group; bring your own water bottles. Info: 815-961-1192.

Microsoft Word 2010 in a Day – Rockford Public Library, Main Library 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Learn how to edit and format a document. Prerequisite: Must have used MS Word in the past and have good mouse skills. Info: 815-965-7606.

Trip to Bird Fest – Byron Forest Preseve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center. 12-5 p.m. $7/person. All ages. Register by May 11. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

In Print Writers Meeting – UIU Campus, 1161 Tebala Blvd., Rockford. 1 p.m. Guest: Stacy Riedel. Topic: How to market you and your book. Info: 815-275-9226.

Burpee Explorers: Creepy Crawlers of the Ice Age – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 1-2:30 p.m. For ages 6-12 with an adult. Pre-registration and payment required. $18/child members, $20/child non-members. Info: 815-965-3433, ext. 1020.

Mother’s Day Eve Hike and Picnic – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Hwy. 81. 4-6 p.m. Mothers with their families. Bring your camera for hike, then have a picnic. Welty Center will provide lemonade and treats. Donations accepted. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Auto Racing: Ladies Night at Rockford Speedway – 9572 Forest Hills Road. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m, qualifying begins at 5:55 with first race at 7:07 p.m. NASCAR, Late Models, Sportsman, RoadRunners, Hornets. Challenge Event: Morning Make-Up Dash. Adult tickets $12, students (ages 12-17) $8, children (ages 8-11) $5, kids 5 and under admitted free. Info: 815-633-1500.

Haunted Rockford Walking Tour – Memorial Hall Parking Lot, 211 N. Main St. 7-8:30 p.m. With Spirit Communicator Mark Dorsett. Cost: $15 advance, $20 at event. Call 815-871-4239 to register or pay at the door. Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.

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.

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.

Sunday, May 13

EAA Chapter 1414 Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast & Young Eagles Rally – Poplar Grove Airport, 5151 Orth Road. Breakfast, 7-11:30 a.m. Free airplane rides for ages 8-17 (with parental consent), 8 a.m.-noon. Cost of breakfast, $6 adults, $4 kids. Proceeds to benefit educational, youth and community-building activities.

Klehn Spring Plant Sale – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Outdoors & indoors, many colorful plants and shrubs. Free admission. Info: 815-965-8146.

Monday, May 14

Alzheimer’s Workshop – Provena Cor Mariae Center, 3330 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30 p.m.Third session of a three-day workshop. Designed for caregivers. Info: 815-877-4716.

Ordination of new Bishop of Rockford Diocese – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. For Bishop-elect David J. Malloy. Doors open at 11 a.m. Rosary at 12:45 p.m. with procession beginning at 1:30. Mass of Ordination and Installation at 2 p.m. Public can request tickets at 815-399-4300 or e-mail at dbeatty@rockforddiocese.org. Info: www.rockforddiocese.org.

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Computer Learning (six-week class)– Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Computer class for the true beginner. Registration is required. Info: 814-965-7606.

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 on laptops, make crafts. Info: 815-965-7606.

Gamblers Anonymous – Meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Tuesday, May 15

National Police Week Begins – Rockford Police Department observes from May 15-20. Fallen Officers Memorial Tributes, 4 p.m. at Public Safety Building, 420 W. State St. Open house, 5-7p.m. Info on other events: 815-987-5744 or Patrick.hoey@rockfordil.gov.

Volunteer Tutor Workshop Series – The Literacy Council, 982 N.Main St. Tues. and Thurs. five 3-hour sessions. Info: 815-963-READ (7323).

Seniors Use Your Email (three-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. For those who are familiar with the use of a mouse and have an existing email account. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

MUSCLES! – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. Ages 2-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

“First and Third” Open Art Studio – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Microsoft Word 2010 (six-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with computers and Internet. Must have an e-mail address. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-2722, ext. 17.

Seventh Annual Peanut Butter Rally – Rock River Valley Pantry. Thru May. For the month of May, Ace Rimorin Agency of American Family Insurance will donate a jar for every person who comes in or calls for a quote. Info: 815-965-2466.

Pub Trivia – Hope and Anchor, 5040 N. Second St., Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-633-2552.

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From the May 9-15, 2012, issue

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