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.

Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center – U.S. 20, east of Freeport. Expo: ‘Good Old Summertime” from May 25 thru Labor Day. Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. in May; 8 a.m.-7 p.m. starting in June.

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.

Lena Community Park District – Splashland Pool, 1-8 p.m. all summer. Splashland Food Court, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Mini Golf, Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat.-Sun., 1-8 p.m. Water Polo, Mon. & Wed., 8-9:15 p.m. Biannual Catfish Tournament, June 9. Music in the Park, June 10. Info: 815-369-5351.

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. Special offer: Now thru Sept. 1, area blood donors will receive a coupon for a free Cherry Berry Chiller from participating McDonald’s. Anyone who donates blood at a local blood center or mobile blood drive location is eligible. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037 or www.rrvbc.org.

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. New program: Blue Star Museums, offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families this summer from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. 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 Sunday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. through summer, 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 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 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 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.

Reservations for Asparagus Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: June 5, 5-9 p.m. Cost; $55/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Reserve at 815-968-9463.

Registration for “Stand Up for Religious Freedom Prayer Rally” – East State St. and Alpine, Rockford. Date: June 8, noon-1 p.m. People of faith will pray that all our health care laws respect the role of religious faith. Info: Kevin at 815-494-0333 or everylifematters@comcast.net.

Registration for Stewardship Saturday at Atwood Park – Seth B. Atwood Park. Date: June 9. Volunteers needed from 9-11 a.m. All ages welcome; youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks provided. Info: 815-987-8800.

Reservations for “The Hit Makers” – Hoffman House, 7550 E. State St. Date; June 12, 11 a.m. Prime rib lunch & show with Mike Williamson & Patte Armato Lund. Cost: $36.95 (includes meal, tax, tip and show). Reservations and pre-payment required. Info: 815-229-6852.

Registration for Rockford Lutheran 12th Golf Play Day – Timber Pointe Golf Course, Poplar Grove. Date: June 13. Registration and driving range open at 11:30 a.m., tee off at 12:45 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Cost: $90/player includes golf, cart and dinner. Dinner only, $20. Register by June 1. Info: 815-262-5336.

Order Tickets for Cirque du Soleil: Quidam – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. Dates: June 13-17. Tickets/Info: 815-968-5222 or www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam.

Reservations for Brews Cruise – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Date: June 14, 5-7:30 p.m. Cost: $35/person. Sponsored by Artale Wine Company and Radisson Hotel & Conference Center. Reserve by July 16. Info: 815-987-1632.

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.

Registration for Faith Night at RiverHawks Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. Date: 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 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 Vacation Bible School: Paul’s Travels, according to the Book of Acts – St. John’s United Church of Christ, 401 N. Main St., Belvidere. Dates: June 4-7, 6-8:30 p.m. Rides can be arranged. Info: 815-544-3773.

Attention, Drivers: Transportation Job Fair – Spirit CDL Truck Driving School, 1202 Ipsen Road, Belvidere. Date: June 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Experienced drivers, as well as those interested in the truck driving industry, are invited to come by and fill out applications.

Registration for Farm Leadership Camp – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: June 11-14, 1-6 p.m. Teens learn about farm life through hands-on activities, prepare to lead younger youth. Cost; $170. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Preschoolers! Silly Salad – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: June 13, 10 a.m.-noon. Make a fun salad using vegetables gathered from the farm. Cost; $15. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Concealed Carry Class – River Valley Complex, 605 S. Main St., Leaf River. Date: June 13, 6 p.m. Not a shooting class. Info: 608-449-4901.

Registration for 15th Annual Alzheimer’s Association Education Conference – Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon. Date: June 13, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Designed for healthcare professionals. Cost: $75 per person, includes lunch and materials. Total of 4.5 CEUs available for extra $15. Please register and provide payment by June 11 to Alzheimer’s Association Rock River office. Info: 815-285-1100.

Registration for Babe Winkelman’s Tribute to “Professor Bass” Fish Fry Buffet – Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: June 14, 6-8 p.m. Silent auction on fishing/outdoor art and object collection. Individual tickets $30, table of eight, $300 (includes 2 VIP tickets). Purchase tickets at Blackhawk Bank locations in Rockford, Machesney Park, Roscoe and Belvidere. Info: 815-262-9717.

Registration for Ninth Annual Black Male Health Banquet: “As Much as We Can, While We Can” – Klehm Arboretum, 2715 S. Main St. Date: June 14, 6 p.m. Speaker Dr. Brian K. Gibbs of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Tickets: $25/person; reserved table of 8 for $200. Reserve by June 11. Info: 815-720-4268.

Registration for “A Taste of Sail” – Pierce Lake, Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park. Date: June 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. One hour of basic sailing instruction in small sailboats. Reservations required; drop-ins welcome on space-available basis. Info: 815-985-1108.

Registration for Get Checking! Workshop – MembersAlliance Credit Union, 2550 S. Alpine Road. Date: June 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free workshop. Reserve at 815-484-1608.

Registration for Quick Start Canoeing and Kayaking Courses – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport. Location: Krape Park Landing. Canoing: Saturdays, June 16-30. Fee: $40 residents, $44 non-residents. Register by June 8. Kayaking: June 14. Fee: $31 residents, $35 non-residents. Register by June 7. Second session of this class offered July 12. Register by July 5. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 115, or at Read Park Office, 1122 S. Burchard Ave.

Registration for Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs – Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Dates: June 18-22, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about careers in manufacturing. Cost: $59. Limited to 14 students. Register at 815-921-3900. Course code needed to register is MEC 010 MFA.

Registration for Ryan Jury Memorial Golf Outing – Aldeen Golf Club, 1902 Reid Farm Road. Date: June 20. Cost: $125, includes golf, continental breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dinner only, $50. Variety of sponsorships available. Info: 815-966-2066.

Registration for Martial Arts Couses – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport. Location: Read Park Pavilion. Little Ninjas: June 21-Aug. 9. Register by June 8. Tae Kwon Do: June 21-Aug. 9. Register by June 8. Fees: $50 residents/$55 non-residents. Info: 815-235- 6114, ext. 109.

Registration for Second Annual Amazing Grace Soccer Camp – Prairie Hill Elementary School soccer fields, 14714 Willowbrook Road, South Beloit. Dates: June 25-28, 1-4 p.m. Children ages 5-12. Register by June 4 at www.amazinggraceelc.com/

Registration for Tai Chi Chuan – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport. Location: Krape Park Community Building. June 25-Aug. 13; June 19-Aug. 7; June 21-Aug. 9. Register by June 8. Fees: $40 residents, $45 non-residents. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 0.

Registration for Tech Support Group – Womanspace, Fountain View Room 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: 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 KB Benefit tough Run & Leisure Hike – White Pines Ranch, 3581 W. Pines Road, Oregon. To support April Roos, cancer victim. Date: June 30. Tough run, leisure hike and hog roast dinner. Cost: $25 advance, $35 day of event. Register by June 9. Info: 815-561-2154.

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 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 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 Summer Rocks – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. All-day summer camp for kids 5-12 years old. Fee: $75/week, includes breakfast and lunch. Dates: June 11-Aug. 17, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

Classes on Money Management: Good Dollars and Sense – Goodwill Industries. Dates: Tues. and Thurs., June 12-28. Day session, 10 a.m.-noon, 1401 W. State St. Evening session, 6-8 p.m., 615 N. Longwood St. Info: 815-965-3795.

Registration for Girl Scout Summer Camps – Imagine Engineering, Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley, girls entering 6-8 grades, June 17-19. Cost: $175; and at Camp Dean, Big Rock, July 15-17. Cost: $175. Deep Sea Divers, Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley, girls entering 8-10 grades, June 17-22. Cost: $400. TechBridge Thrill Camp, Camp Dean, Big Rock, girls entering 5-8 grades, June 17-22. Cost: $280. Casting Call, Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley, girls entering 4-6 grades, June 24-26. Cost: $200. Windy City Woman, Camp Dean, Big Rock, girls entering 7-10 grades, June 24-29. Cost: $450. Canoes, Kayaks and Rafts, Camp Dean, Big Rock, girls entering 8-12 grades, July 8-13. Cost: $350. Trail Blazers, Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley, girls entering 4-6 grades, July 8-13. Cost; $425. For girls entering 6-8 grades, July 22-27. Cost: $425. Info: 800-242-5591 or www.girlscoutsni.org.

Rockton Farmers’ Market – Rockton United Methodist Church, 102 Chapel St., Rockton. Every Wednesday, thru 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.

Wednesday, May 30

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.

Harvard Milk Days – Milky Way Park, Harvard. Big Wheel Races, 6 p.m. Bed Race Finals, 7p.m.

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.

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

Thursday, May 31

Composting Science and Strategies Workshop – U.S. Bank, 430 Main St., Pecatonica. 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.

Community Block Party – Ellis Arts Academy with Lewis Lemon Elementary School, 222 S. Central Ave. 4-7 p.m. Performance by dance group Fatally Unique. Fund-raiser for the schools. Tickets, 25 cents each.

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 Q & A – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. What is a cache? Why do I need security on my computer? 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.

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.

MUSCLES! – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. Ages 2-12. 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.

Harvard Milk Days Youth Parade – Downtown Ayer Street, Harvard. 6 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Normal CornBelters – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. $1 Beer Night.

Friday, June 1

Klehm’s 19th Annual Garden Fair – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 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.

36th Annual Glitzy Garage Sale – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. More than 3,000 clothing items, linens, books, DVDs, antiques, collectibles, framed art, kitchen ware, office & garden supplies, electronics, tools, sports equipment, bikes, appliances, arts & crafts, holidecor, toys & games, etc.

SPAY Illinois Low-Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic – All Paws Grooming Salon, 130 N. First St. 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.

The Woodlands of Rockton Yard Sales – Rockton, Ill. All residents welcome to participate at no cost. Wide range of items for sale in the neighborhood. Two-day event.

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

Harvard Milk Days – Milky Way Park. Harvard. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Antique Tractor Display. Milk Days Festival Grounds open, Market Place/Food Court, 5 p.m.Bob Bohm’s Survivor Family Game Show, 5 p.m. Pioneer Drum & Bugle Corps, 6-10 p.m. Bob Bohm’s Magic Show, 7p.m. Stateline Band, 7:30 p.m. Bob Bohm’s Survivor Family Game, 9 p.m. Free.

Drop-In Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. 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.

Walk for Hope – Rock County Cancer Coalition at Rock County Fairgrounds, 1301 Craig Ave., Janesville, Wis. 5-9 p.m. Kids’ activities, balloon release, information booths, food available; to benefit cancer patients within the Rock County area.

Who’s Who: 25 Black Leaders to Watch – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 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.

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

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

Saturday, June 2

36th Annual Glitzy Garage Sale – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. More than 3,000 clothing items, linens, books, DVDs, antiques, collectibles, framed art, kitchen ware, office & garden supplies, electronics, tools, sports equipment, bikes, appliances, arts & crafts, holidecor, toys & games, etc.

Rockford AirFest – Chicago Rockford International Airport. Two-day event. Tickets/Info: www.FlyRFD.com.

Harvard Milk Days – Milk Run/Walk Registration, Jefferson School, 6:45 a.m. 2 Mile Run/Walk, 10K Run, 8 a.m., Kids Dash, 9 a.m. Antique Tractor Display, 9-11 a.m., Milk Days Grounds. Milk Days Brunch with Orion Samuelson (registration required) 10 a.m.; cost $16.50, location Harvard Moose Lodge.

71st Annual Milk Days Parade – 1 p.m. Milk Days Festival Grounds open, Market Place/Food Court, 3 p.m. Antique Tractor Display, 3-7 p.m. Bob Bohm’s Magic Shows, 3 and 5 p.m. Milk Drinking Contest, 4 p.m. Talent Show, 6 p.m. Cow Chip Lotto, 7 p.m. Bob Bohm’s Survivor Family Game Shows, 7 and 9 p.m. Mini Fireworks Display, 10 p.m.

Klehm’s 19th Annual Garden Fair – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 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.

“Our Big Fat Greek Rummage Sale” – Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 108 N. Fifth St. (corner of Fifth and E. State). 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Indoors. Coney dogs, chips, soda available.

StumpyFest – Stumpy’s Pub, 5801 Columbia Pkwy. (next to Maciano’s Pizza on Harrison Ave.), Rockford. 1-5 p.m. Bean Bag Tournament, $20 per player. Free pizza for players. $3 Bud Light aluminums all day. Info: 815-316-1225 or 815-520-5307.

Gun & Knife Show – Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Pecatonica. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $5.

Little Cubs Field – 1160 W. Empire St., Freeport. 9 U boys tournament. Four teams from the Chicago area, kids pitch.

The Woodlands of Rockton Yard Sales – Rockton, Ill. All residents welcome to participate at no cost. Wide range of items for sale in the neighborhood. Two-day event.

Wild West Weekend at Summerfield Zoo – Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See El Gato, the dancing horse; Dirty Sally; Flash and Tony the Pony; other activities. Admission: $5 person. Info: www.summerfieldfarmandzoo.com. or (815) 547-4852.

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

Seventh Annual Rochelle Railroad Days – 124 N. 9th St., Rochelle. 10 am.-9 p.m. Union Pacific Engine display, Operation Lifesaver Booth, train rides, History of Whitcomb Locomotive display, antique Mack Truck display, live music by “The Baloney Kid.”

Summer Reading Club Kick-Off Party! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Parking Lot C, 215 N. Wyman St. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. All ages. Register for Summer Reading Club. Info: 815-965-7606.

Tennis Summer Kick-Off Event – Guilford Tennis Center, 5702 Spring Creek Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free skill level evaluations for lesson placement, free introductory lessons for all ages, free tennis racquet (while supplies last) to youth age 15 and younger who sign up for a summer tennis program. Register online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now), by fax (with credit card), by mail and at Park District Customer Service locations: 401 S. Main St., Carlson Ice Arena, Riverside and Perryville, Loves Park. Info: 815-962-7649 or 815-987-8800.

Geocaching Trip to Wisconsin – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 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.

Sixth Annual Boone County Ride for Hunger – Benefit for Belvidere/Boone County Food Pantry. Date: 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.

Opening Day: Youth Softball – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. Noon. See 31 teams assemble, throwing of first pitch, and enjoy an afternoon of softball. Ice cream social and bake sale. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

Wine at the Wetland – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 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.

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. London Rippers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 6:05 p.m. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. 50-cent Hot Dog Night.

Sunday, June 3

36th Annual Glitzy Garage Sale – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. More than 3,000 clothing items, linens, books, DVDs, antiques, collectibles, framed art, kitchen ware, office & garden supplies, electronics, tools, sports equipment, bikes, appliances, arts & crafts, holidecor, toys & games, etc.

Rockford AirFest – Chicago Rockford International Airport. Two-day event. Tickets/Info: www.FlyRFD.com.

Harvard Milk Days – Community Church Service, 10 a.m., Entertainment Tent. Milk Days Grounds open, MarketPlace/Food Court, noon. Junior Dairy Cattle Show, Antique Tractor Show, noon (tractor show till 3). Bob Bohm’s Magic Shows, 1 and 3 p.m. Cow Chip Lotto, 4 p.m., Milk Days Grounds. Bob Bohm’s Survivor Family Game Shows, 7 and 9 p.m. “New Odyssey,” 7:30 p.m. Fireworks Grand Display, 10 p.m.

Free Golf Clinics – “Clubs for Kids” youth clinic, ages 8-15, at Ingersoll Golf Course & Learning Links, 9-11 a.m.; adult clinic for ages 16 and older at Aldeen Golf Club Practice Centre, 1-3 p.m. Pre-register at Park District Customer Service locations: 401 S. Main St., Carlson Ice Arena, Riverside and Perryville, Loves Park. Registration forms also available at Park District courses or by calling 815-987-8800.

Aldersgate United Methodist Church 50th Anniversary Celebration – 4055 N. Rockton Ave. 9:30 a.m. Worship with Hee-Soo-Jung, Bishop of the Northern Ill. Conference. 11:30 a.m. Dinner in Fellowship Hall by reservation only. 1 p.m. Program in sanctuary. 2-4 p.m. Open House for former members and the community. Info: 815-633-6416.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 170th Anniversary Celebration – Main Street and East Hurlbut, Belvidere. 10:30 a.m. Rev. Jim Steen, guest preacher. Special music with lunch to follow.

Klehm’s 19th Annual Garden Fair – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. 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.

Gun & Knife Show – Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Pecatonica. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission: $5.

Wild West Weekend at Summerfield Zoo – Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. See El Gato, the dancing horse; Dirty Sally; Flash and Tony the Pony; other activities. Admission: $5 person. Info: www.summerfieldfarmandzoo.com. or (815) 547-4852.

Seventh Annual Rochelle Railroad Days – 124 N. 9th St., Rochelle. 10 am.- 6 p.m. Union Pacific Engine display, Operation Lifesaver Booth, train rides, History of Whitcomb Locomotive display, antique Mack Truck display, live music by “The Baloney Kid.”

Little Cubs at Black Earth, Wis. – Mini-Cubs (8-yr.-olds from Freeport) vs. mini-Cards (8-yr.-olds from Black Earth area). 1 p.m.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. London Rippers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 3:05 p.m. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Family Day: Kids run bases, $2 children’s tickets.

Monday, June 4

NEHA Food Safety Class – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 12-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. 3-day course to prepare you to successfully pass any of the CFP-ANSI accredited food safety manager exams. Third day will be spent on a pre-test, and students may choose to stay to take certification test. Cost of test is $28; must be paid by the student. Classes are free, but registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Computer Learning (six-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Learn basic computer terminology, how to use a mouse. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Prezi – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Web-based program that allows you to create a presentation that goes beyond a slideshow. Info: 815-965-7606.

Freeport Park District Programs – Youth Soccer Instructions, June 4-28; Roller Skating Lessons, June 4-25. Pre-registration required. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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

Tuesday, June 5

NEHA Food Safety Class – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 12-8 p.m. (See entry for June 4 for complete details.)

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

Beginning Microsoft Word: 4-Week Class – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ag4es 13 and older. need to be proficient with mouse skills and saving and opening files. Info: 815-965-7606.

Asparagus Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. 5-9 p.m. Cost; $55/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Reserve at 815-968-9463.

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

Winnebago Co. Forest Preserve District presents Olson Preserve Plan – Roland Olson Forest Preserve, 9669 Atwood Road, Roscoe. 6-7 p.m. The public is invited to view the new Master Plan.

“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.

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

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 30-June 5, 2012, issue