Community Calendar: Week of May 23-29, 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.

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. Opens for season on May 2. 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. Starting May 20: Irish Gallery salutes the Mulligan Guards, thru October. 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. 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.

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. 12-6 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

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 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 Rides Through Scenic Parks – Guided trail tours through Lockwood and Page parks. Adults 18 and older. Bench seating; advance registration for Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. June 5-26. $6/person ($8 non-residents). Info: 815-987-8800.

Registration for A Gardening Calendar – University of Ill. Extension, Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 Pines Road, Oregon. Date: May 24, 7 p.m. What to do in the garden year round. Info: 815-732-2191 or web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

Registration for “Let’s Get Growing” Initiative – Rockford Park District City of Gardens at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. Date: May 24, 6-7 p.m. Free admission; limited to first 50 people who register. Pre-registration is required. Info: 815-987-8863.

Registration for 17th Annual Crooked River 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run – Pecatonica Library, 400 W. 11th St., Pecatonica. Date: May 26. Downloadable registration forms at www.pecatonicalibrary.com ; also Active.com or call 815-482-3610.

Registration for Insect Hunt/Camp Out – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993, N. River Road. Date: May 26-27, 10 a.m.-9 a.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages; equipment provided. $40 with our tent or $20 with your tent. Register by May 23. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Geocaching for Beginners – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993, N. River Road. Date: May 26. Meet at Jarrett Center. Ages 6 and up. $5/person or $15/family. Times: 1-5 p.m. Register by May 23. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Composting Science and Strategies Workshop – U.S. Bank, 430 Main St., Pecatonica. Date: May 31, 3-6 p.m. Geared toward small to mid-scale livestock operations seeking to turn organic waste into a valuable product, as well as for market gardeners, crop producers and landscapers. Cost: $15 workshop only, or $35 for workshop plus a copy of On-Farm Composting Handbook ($25 value). Info: 815-986-4357.

Registration for SPAY Illinois Low-Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic – All Paws Grooming Salon, 130 N. First St. Date: June 1, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dogs and cats; prices vary according to procedures. No exam fee for vaccines. By appointment only, cash or credit, no checks. Info: 877-475-7729.

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 Who’s Who: 25 Black Leaders to Watch – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: June 1, 7 p.m. Reception & Dinner, hosted by Booker Washington Community Center. Cost: $50/individual; $500/corporate table of 10. Register/Info: 815-218-3661 or www.bookerwashingtoncc.org.

Registration for Geocaching Trip to Wisconsin – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: June 2. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $15/person. Ages 8 and up. All equipment provided. Register by May 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Lake Erie Walleye Trip – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: June 20-22. Meet at Jarrett Center at 9 a.m. Cost: $395/person. Ages 6 and up. Register by June 4. All equipment provided. Meals, license and personal items not included. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Freeport Park District Programs – Youth Soccer Instructions, June 4-28; Roller Skating Lessons, June 4-25; July 23-Aug. 13; Youth Tennis Lessons, June 11-27; July 17-Aug. 2; Sports Sampler, June 12-July 5. Deadlines for Soccer and Roller Skating: May 25. Deadline for Youth Tennis: May 29. Deadline for Sports Sampler: June 1. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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 Wine at the Wetland – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. Date: June 2, 3-6 p.m. Tickets: $20 advance, purchase at Natural Land Institute, 320 S. Third St., or by calling 815-964-6666. Tickets $25 at the event and based on availability. Includes wine and beer tasting samples, appetizers, entertainment and self-guided walks around the preserve. Cash bar available.

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.

Buttons on Sale for 41st Annual “Young at Heart” Festival – Dates: May 25-28. For local outlets, go to www.youngatheartfestival.com. Save $2 off gate prices. $6 in advance, $8 at gate. Children 8 and younger, free. Family Fun Packs, $24 (save $8), available only at Loves Park City Hall, Village of Machesney Park and Logli’s in Loves Park.

Order Tickets for RiverHawks Game and see Rick Nielsen throw out the first pitch – RiverHawks Stadium. Date: May 27. Tickets: $10/$7. Proceeds from jersey auction will benefit Burpee Museum, along with portion of proceeds from night’s ticket sales. Info: 815-885-2255.

Registration for Faith Night at RiverHawks Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. Dates: May 30 and June 18. A church group can select one or both nights for individual or group tickets. Please register in advance to ensure you receive tickets. Info: 815-885-2255.

Registration for Cherry Valley Library Summer Reading Program – 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: May 29. Info: 815-332-5161 or www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us.

Registration for Earth Oven and Cob Bench Workshop – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: June 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $80. Please pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Home-milked Ice Cream – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: June 2, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $11. Please pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Cheesemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: June 2, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Introduces process of cheese making from start to finish. Cost: $70. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Cheesemaking 2: Hard Cheeses – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: June 3, 1-5 p.m. Make hard cheeses such as cheddar and gouda. Cost: $80. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Tech Support Group – Womanspace, Fountain View Room 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: May 26, June 23, July 28. 10-11:30 a.m. Cost: $5 (for Womanspace members only). Registration preferred by preceding Thurs., but walk-ins welcome. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for OSF St. Anthony Programs – Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Advanced Balance, Mon., June 4, 11,18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27. Body Combat, Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28. Body Pump, Mon., June 4, 11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27. Boot Camp, Sat., June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. EDGE, Mon., June 4, 11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27. Golden Motion, Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs. June 7, 14, 21, 28. Loosen Up, Mon., June 4, 11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27; Fri., June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Mini Body Combat, Mon., June 4, 11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27. Mini Body Pump , Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28; Fri., June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Senior Aerobics, Mon., June 4,11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27; Fri., June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Tai Chi, Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28 at 5666 E. State St. Fri., June 1, 8, 22, 29 at 5510 E. State St. Qi Gong, Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28. Yoga, Mon.. June 4, 11, 18, 25; Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26 (choice of two sessions) ; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28. Zumba, Mon., June 4, 11, 18, 25; Wed., June 6, 13, 20, 27; Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28; Sat., June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Infant & Toddler CPR, Mon., June 4, 18; Baby 101, Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Breastfeeding Class, Wed., June 20. CATCH (Children and Teens Choosing Health), Tues., June 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs., June 7, 14, 21, 28; SHIP Medicare Counseling, Fri., June 8. Appointments required. Registration/Info on all programs, call 815-395-4591 or 815-227-2695.

Registration for Free EKG Screenings for High School Students – Heart Hospital at SwedishAmerican. Date: June 6. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 6 p.m. Register your child by calling 815-968-4400, ext. 62894.

Sixth Annual Stateline FastPitch Competition – EIGERlab, 605 Fulton Ave. FastPitch participants must submit their business pitches in writing for pre-qualification by June 5; participants chosen will be notified by June 8. Training sessions scheduled for June 12 and 14. Presentation training will assist participants in fine-tuning their presentations; cost $15. A minimum of one night’s training is strongly suggested. Info: 815-921-2054.

Registration forLake Erie Walleye Trip – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: June 20-22. Cost: $395/person. Ages 6 and up. Meet at Jarrett Center at 9 a.m. All equipment provided. Meals, license and personal items not included. Register by June 4. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Swim Lessons – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard. Dates: June 11-22. Cost: $40 residents, $44 non-residents. Register by June 8. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 0, or stop by office.

Registration for “Retooling Your Resources Workshop” – Rockton Chamber of Commerce, 330 E. Main St., Rockton. Date: June 12, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $25 members, $35 non-members. Reserve by June 8. Info: 815-624-7625.

East High School Class of 1965 Reunion – Date: June 9. Contact: candythompson47@comcast.net.

Rockton Farmers’ Market – Rockton United Methodist Church, 102 Chapel St., Rockton. Every Wednesday, May 23-Oct. 24, 4-7 p.m.

State Rep. Chuck Jefferson sponsors Cell Phones for Soldiers – Constituent service office at 200 S. Wyman St., Suite 304, will collect used cellphones on weekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For each donated phone valued at just $5, the program will provide 2-1/2 hours of free talk time to deployed troops, thru May 31. Info: 815-987-7433.

“Write a Hero” Event for Memorial Day Weekend – May 25-28, guests at these locations are invited to write a letter to a member of the active military in appreciation. Letters will be collected and sent to members of the military serving away from their families. Participating locations: Volcano Falls FunPark, LLC, 7602 Rock Valley Parkway, Loves Park: Memorial Day weekend hours Friday, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Monday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Famous Dave’s of Rockford, 3303 N. Perryville Road, Rockford: Hours: Every day, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Poplar Grove Storage, LLC, 4431 Illinois 173, Poplar Grove. Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Post Office Self Storage, LLC, 2685 Sandhutton Ave., Rockford. Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon.

Wednesday, May 23

Rockford Mass Transit District Board Meeting – Conference Room, 520 Mulberry St. 7:45 a.m.

Fairview Activity Day – Fairview Early Childhood Center, 512 Fairview Ave. 9-9:15 a.m. Miss Illinois International Saryna Ritter will speak about multicultural literature, tolerance and bullying prevention. Forest Hills Dog Agility Club will do demonstrations at 9:30 a.m. and 12:40 p.m.

Safari Sprouts – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. 10:15-11:15 a.m. Games, crafts, stories, songs and live animal visit. Ages 3-5 with an adult. Cost: $8/child or purchase a 4-class card for $28; adults free. To register: 815-895-9777.

Remedies Renewing Lives Fifth Annual Golf Outing – Aldeen Golf Club, 1902 Reid Farm Road. 1 p.m. start. Fiund-raiser for Remedies Renewing Lives. Cost: $100 per golfer, includes 18 holes, golf cart, and lunch. Lunch only available on rquest for $25. Info: 815-966-1285.

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.

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 30; June 20 and 27. Ages 14 and up. 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.

Birding for Beginners – Sinnissippi Audubon Society at Rock Cut State Park. 6 p.m. Bring sturdy walking shoes, a water bottle, binoculars if you have them. Dress for outdoors. Hikers will spend about 1-2 hours in the field. Free.

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

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 24

Katie’s Choice Book Club Discussion: The Year of Wonders: A Novel of the Plague – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 10 a.m.

JUMP! – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Age 2-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Wine Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Five-course dinner hosted by Alex Beloz from Tricycle Wine Co. Cost: $55/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Reserve at 815-968-9463.

Rockford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting – 223 S. Winnebago St. 4 p.m.

Rockford Urban Ministries’ 50th Anniversary Celebration – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Speaker: Former RUM Council President the Rev. John Alan Boryk. Dedication of outdoor sculpture and presentation of Bob Holland Award.

“Let’s Get Growing” Initiative – Rockford Park District City of Gardens at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. 6-7 p.m. Free admission; limited to first 50 people who register. Pre-registration is required. Info: 815-987-8863.

A Gardening Calendar – University of Ill. Extension, Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 Pines Road, Oregon. 7 p.m. What to do in the garden year round. Info: 815-732-2191 or web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

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.

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.

Guest House Seminar – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 7-8 p.m. With Garden Curator Tim Gruner. Tour, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: Free to Garden members, $5 to non-members. To register: 815-326-3285.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 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.

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

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.

2012 Academic All-Star Salute – Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. 6-7:30 p.m. Recognition of top scholars at middle and high school levels. Includes live entertainment. Admission free and open to students who are being honored. Guest host: Steve Shannon.

Writers Series: Jane Hamilton – Monroe Arts Center, 1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. 7 p.m. Final program in series. Info: 608-325-5700.

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.

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.

Rock Valley College GED Graduation – RVC Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 6 p.m Circuit Judge Janet Holmgren will address the graduates.

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 25

Memorial Weekend Cook-Out – Dixon Food Center, 500 Chicago Ave., Dixon. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Proceeds to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association-Central Illinois Chapter, Rock River Office. Hot dogs, hamburgers, brats and pork chop sandwiches, $3.50-$5.50 per sandwich. Extra chips and soda for 50 cents.

Good Old Summertime Expo begins – Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 U.S. Highway 20 East, Freeport. May 25-31; June 1-Sept. 9. Local Food Week, June 23-30. Info: 815-233-1357.

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.

Comedy Night – Franchesco’s, 7128 Spring Creek Road. 8 p.m. Info: 815-229-0800.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks Home-Opener vs. Lake Erie Crushers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. See Mrs. Illinois Lisa Sonnenberg throw out the first pitch. Opening-night fireworks. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking.

Saturday, May 26

Young at Heart Festival Events – Parade, starts at Woodward, 5001 N. Second St., Loves Park. 9 a.m. Idol Contest, 3-4:30 p.m., at Loves Park City Hall, 100 Heart Blvd. Fireworks Spectacular, 9:30 p.m. Country music from 5-11:30 p.m.

BREAST Yard Sale in Town – 1194 Mud Creek Road, Oregon. Runs May 26-June 17, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. rain or shine. Enjoy a special yard sale and help fight cancer.

17th Annual Crooked River 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run – Pecatonica Library, 400 W. 11th St., Pecatonica. Downloadable registration forms at www.pecatonicalibrary.com; also Active.com or call 815-482-3610.

Pee Wee Classic Tournament – Little Cubs Field, 1160 W. Empire St., Freeport. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. For boys ages 8 and younger. Info: 815-235-5318 or www.littlecubsfield.com .

Bike Rodeo – Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. 1-3 p.m. Brush up on bike safety skills. Info: 815-235-6114.

Saturday Spectacular: Summertime Fun! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Facebook – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Must be proficient at using a computer and the Internet. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Lake Erie Crushers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 6:05 p.m. Magnet schedule giveaway. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking.

Sunday, May 27

Young at Heart Festival Events: Jim Gill – Loves Park City Hall, 100 Heart Blvd. 1:15-p.m. Susan Salidor, 2:15-3 p.m. Home Depot Craft Tent, 35 p.m. Redline 7000, 5-6:30 p.m. Green Thirteen, 7-9:30 p.m. Generation, 10-11:30 p.m.

Memorial Weekend Coin Show – Holiday Inn, Elgin, Ill. (1/4 mile north of I-90 on Route 31). 9 a.m.-3:30 pm. U.S. and foreign coins, gold and silver bullion, U.S. and foreign paper money. Free admission.

Pee Wee Classic Tournament – Little Cubs Field, 1160 W. Empire St., Freeport. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. For boys ages 8 and younger. Info: 815-235-5318 or www.littlecubsfield.com .

Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad Antique Steam Train Rides and Silver Creek Museum – 2954 S. Walnut, Freeport. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. A 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts. See the 130-ton Cooper Corliss Steam Engine. Ice cream social. Various prices for activities. Info: 815-235-2198.

Veterans Memorial Service – North Burritt Union Cemetery, 8300 block of Cemetery Road, Winnebago. 2 p.m. Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance conducted by Boy Scouts. Reading of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address; reading of Roll Call of Honored Dead in Burritt Cemeteries. Speaker Rev. Larry Moody. Music during service and playing of “Taps”. Info: 815-964-0094.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Lake Erie Crushers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 3:05 p.m. See Rick Nielsen throw out the first pitch! Burpee Museum Night w/Rick Nielsen Jersey Auction, Family Day, Kids Run Bases, $2 Children tickets. Single tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 (Diamond Deck ($15 kids age12 and younger); $2 parking. Proceeds from jersey auction will benefit Burpee Museum, along with portion of proceeds from night’s ticket sales. Info: 815-885-2255.

Monday, May 28

Memorial Day Parade – Starts at Seventh Street and Sixth Ave. at 9 a.m., goes through downtown Rockford, ends at Beattie Park.

Annual Naval Ceremony – Behind Rockford Public Library Main Branch, 215 N. Wyman St. Immeditately following conclusion of parade. Featured speaker: Major Clark Pollard, retired. Welcome address by Winnebago County Board Chairman Scott Christiansen, opening prayer, singing of national anthem by Donna Lamb, formal program including the sinking of the ship by members of the Navy Club Ship No. 1.

Memorial Day Program – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-noon. Honoring 150th anniversary of Civil War battle at Shiloh and the veterans from Winnebago County who fought there.

Memorial Day Variety Show – Loves Park City Hall, 100 Heart Blvd. Noon-2 p.m. Part of Young at Heart Festival. Cost: Festival admission.

Memorial Day Parade and Courthouse Ceremony – Downtown Freeport, 10 a.m. Hosted by Allied Veterans Council. Info: 815-232-7954.

Memorial Day Service – JustGoods Meeting Room, 201 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Hosted by Rockford Urban Ministries. In remembrance of all those killed by war; special friend honored: Britomar Lathrop. Free and open to the public. Info: 815-964-6666.

Rock Run Soccer Club Try-Outs – Grace Reform Baptist Church, 6310 Guilford Road. For high school girls. 5:45-7:30 p.m. Info: fhorvat@sbcglobal.net.

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

Tuesday, May 29

Rock Run Soccer Club Try-Outs – Grace Reform Baptist Church, 6310 Guilford Road. For grade school and junior high school boys and girls. 5:45-7:30 p.m. Info: fhorvat@sbcglobal.net.

Turner Hall’s Swiss Heritage Series: Book Signing – Turner Hall of Monroe, 1217 17th Ave., New Glarus, Wis. 7:30 p.m. Sauerkraut, Suspenders, and the Swiss by Duane H. Freitag. The author, who grew up in New Glarus, Wis., will speak about and read from the book; slide presentation included. Free to the public. (Program is repeated May 30, 7 p.m. at same location.)

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Normal CornBelters – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Kids eat free night. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking.

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.

Rockford Lutheran Schools Open House – Rockford Lutheran Academy, 4700 Augustana Drive and Rockford Lutheran Jr./Sr. High School, 3411 N. Alpine Road. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for prospective students and their families. Info: 815-877-9551. Tuesdays, thru May and June.

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From the May 23-29, 2012, issue