Community Calendar: Week of June 27-July 3, 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.
Edgar Cayce (ARE) Group – Meets every other Tuesday. Address: Call for info: 815-234-2394.
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.
CoCo Key Water Resort – Best Western Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. CoCo’s Book Drive will be extended thru the summer. Every Wed., guests can receive $3 off admission with donation of a new or gently-used book. Books will be donated to Friends of the Rockford Public Library.
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. New expanded hours: Sun.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children, free to members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.
Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Irish Gallery salutes the Mulligan Guards, thru October. Info: 815-962-7402.
Freeport Park District – 1122 S. Burchard, Freeport. Info: 815-235-6114.
Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center – U.S. 20, east of Freeport. Expo: ‘Good Old Summertime” thru Labor Day. Hours: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
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: 815-389-7917 or www.historicautoattractions.com.
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. 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 fourth 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.
Ray of Hope: Support After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. Meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. For registration: 815-636-4750.
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. 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 Park District Pools Now Open – Alpine Pool, 4310 Newburg Road,Rockford. Dates: June 9-Aug. 12. Info: 815-987-8804. Harkins Aquatics Center, 910 Acorn St., Rockford. Dates: June 9-Aug. 19. Info: 815-987-8805. Sand Park Pool, 1041 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park.Dates: June 9-Aug. 19. Info: 815-987-8806. Also see: www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/pools.
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 Farmers’ Market – Rockton United Methodist Church, 102 Chapel St., Rockton. Every Wednesday, thru Oct. 24, 4-7 p.m.
Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. 2012 Quilt Show thru Aug. 25. 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.
Stephenson County Museum – 1440 S. Carroll Ave., Freeport. Exhibiting now: “A Century of Maps: Freeport and Stephenson County, 1870s to 1970s,” till Aug. 5. Admission: $4 adults, $2 children up to age 12. Info: 815-975-7631.
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.
Trolley and Forest City Queen Rides – Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Available thru the summer with Rockford Park District. New this season: Rent a bike, in partnership with Paddle & Trail. Single or tandem bikes: $10/hr., $25/half day, $50/day. Info: 815-987-8824.
Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum – 5151 Orth Road, Poplar Grove. On display: “1893 World’s Fair Exhibit.” Info: 815-547-3115.
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.
Winnebago County Animal Services – 4517 N. Main St. The $5 adult cat adoption promotion has been extended to June 30. All cat adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, vaccinations, one-year Winnebago County rabies tag, one-month flea preventative. Info: 815-319-4100.
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.
Registration Needed
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 Yoga for Women – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: June 28. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $48 or $13/session, members $40 or $12 session. Register by preceding Tuesday; walk-ins welcome if space is available. Info: 815-877-0118.
Registration for Freeport Park District Programs – Roller Skating Lessons, July 23-Aug. 13; Youth Tennis Lessons, July 17-Aug. 2. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.
Registration for Sukiya Living and Discussion of October Kyoto Walking Tour – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Date: June 28, 7-9 p.m. in Lower Level Gallery. Cost: $5, free to members. With Doug Roth, presenter. Register at 815-326-3285 or kboyd@andersongardens.org.
Order Tickets for Stephenson County Fair – Tickets for fair, July 11 at 9 a.m. Grandstand: Reserved seats for Travis Tritt (performing July 14, 8 p.m.) available for $15 or $20. General seats only $7 each thru July 7, $10 each. Also, other tickets available for Tractor Pulls, Hotel California, Carnival rides, Wristband rides. Tickets may be purchased in person at 2250 S. Walnut Road, Freeport, or by phone at 815-235-2918.
Registration for Meditation for Adults – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: Session 2: July 11, 24, Aug. 8, 29. Cost: $48 or $13/session, members $40 or $12/session. Info: 815-877-0118.
Registration for Tech Support Group – Womanspace, Fountain View Room 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: 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 Tinker Swiss Cottage Paranormal Tour – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Date: June 29, 7-10 p.m. With special guest speaker Ms. Robin White Turtle Lysne, M.F.A., author, psychic, medium. Cost: $20/person. Reserve at: 815-964-2424 or steve@tinkercottage.com.
Registration for Canoe the Rock – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: June 29, 5-8 p.m. Cost: $20/canoe. All ages. Meet at Heritage Farm Museum. All equipment provided. At least one adult per canoe. Register by June 28. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for Malcolm Eaton 13th Annual Golf ‘N Games Fund-raiser – Freeport Country Club, 1614 S. Park Blvd. Date: June 30. Cost: $75 per player; shotgun start at 9 a.m. Participants can qualify for $50,000 Shoot Out. Tickets for the Chicken Little Drop raffle are on sale now at Malcolm Eaton Enterprises and Cornerstone Credit Union. Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20. Many prizes! Info: 815-235-7181.
Registration for T-Ball Program – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave. 5-week program. Register by June 29 at Park District office, or call 815-235-6114, ext. 0.
Registration for KB Hog Roast Dinner Benefit – White Pines Dude Ranch, 3581 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: June 30. Fund-raiser for cancer victim April Roos. Tough Run & Leisure Hike, 3 p.m. Hog roast dinner, 5-8 p.m. Music, dancing, raffles, 50/50 drawing, kiddie games, silent auction. Grand prize raffle givewaway is 7-night stay in Costa Rica; second prize is a gas ignite charcoal grill. Dinner ticket, $10. Registration for Leisure Hike begins at 1:30 p.m.; $30 fee includes dinner. Info: ldivers74@yahoo.com or Facebook page: KBbenefitsavethedate.
Registration for Girl Scout Summer Camps – Info: 800-242-5591 or www.girlscoutsni.org.
Registration for Cheesemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: July 1. Two sessions: 9 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Hands-on workshop. $70 each session. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.
Registration for Pre-K Adventure Club – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Third session begins July 2, 9-11 a.m. For 3-6-year-olds. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $35/two-week session. Register by June 27. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for “Haunted Slumber Camp Massacre” – R.I.P. Productions, 4 miles south of Rockford. Open to haunted attraction actors, owners/operators, anyone interested in attending (must be at least 16 years old). Cost: $35/person, incl. transporation, workshops, supplies and more. Limited to first 50 “victims”. Registration deadline is July 1. Info: 815-965-6772.
Registration for Swim Lessons at Freeport Park District – Read Park Aquatic Center, Freeport. Dates: July 2-16. Introduction to Water Skills thru advanced Skill Proficiency levels. All lessons are $40 for residents, $44 for non-residents. Register by June 27. Register/Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or stop by Freeport Park District office, 1122 S. Burchard, or register online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.
Registration for Chiropractic 8-week Program correlating with Rockton’s “Get Healthy Program” – Positive Changes Chiropractic. Presented by Dr. Andrena Sayles. Dates: July 5-Aug. 23. 7 p.m. Cost: $20 per class or $100 for all eight. Checks made out to: Love No Color. Info: 815-623-8100.
Registration for Art Day Camp – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: July 9-13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Meet at Keller Center. Fees: $110/camper. Ages 8-14. Bring a lunch. Register by July 5. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for Boy Scout Badge: Geology – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: July 7, 12-5 p.m. Cost: $8/scout. Ages 10 and up. Meet at Keller Center. All equipment provided. Register by July 5 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for Home-milked Ice Cream – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: July 11, 3-5 p.m. Milk a goat and more. Pre-register. Cost: $11. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.
Sponsors Needed for Be Active Outdoors (BAO) – Beloit, Wis. hosts the International Cycling Classic and Superweek Pro Tour, July 12. Races begin at 9:30 a.m. and finish about 9 p.m., interspersed with youth events. Sponsors are needed to assist with expenses. Volunteers are also needed to help with various tasks throughout the day. Info: Paddle and Trail at 608-362-6521 or info@beactiveoutdoors.org.
Registration for Pecatonica River Trail Pontoon Rides at Fourth Annual Pec River Fest – Lena Community Park District, leaving from McNeil’s Damascus Landing. Date: July 13. Rides begin at 4:30 p.m. and last ride leaves at 7. Sat., July 14, enjoy the Pec River Trail Summer Flotilla. Register at park office. Sun., July 15, sign up for Canoe/Kayak Races. Register at park office or call 815-369-5351. Sign up early!
Registration for Cubs Game at Wrigley Field – Freeport Park District, Read Park office. Date: July 29. Fee: $70 residents, $75 non-residents. Register by calling 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or visit the Read Park office.
Registration for Breakfast & Learn Hearing Health Seminar – Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Date: July 18. Breakfast at 8:45 a.m. Guest speaker Dr. Jordan J. Bonnett, Au.D., CCC-A, will discuss advances in hearing instrument technology and answer questions. Free, but reservations required. Seating is limited. Reserve at Professional Hearing & Audiology Clinics, 815-964-3131.
Calling All Vendors: Registration for Bookerfest – Davis Park, downtown Rockford. Dates: July 20-22. Vendors may participate July 21and 22. Application deadline is July 9. Info: info@eventus4events.com.
Registration for Carroll County Farm Bureau Sixth Annual Tractor Drive – Begins at Eastland High School, Lanark. Date: July 20. Pre-registration is limited to first 75 tractors; must be a 1975 model or older. Fee: $25, includes refreshments throughout the day and lunch. Register by July 13. Info: 815-244-3001 or www.carrollcfb.org.
Registration for Lake Erie Walleye Trip – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: July 25-27. Cost: $395/person. All ages. Meet at Jarrett Center. Fees include transportation, lodging, equipment and charter. Register by July 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Registration for “Party on the Rock” Benefit for 9/11 Emergency Responders Memorial – Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St. Date: July 26, 5-10 p.m. Music, beer tasting, silent auction, raffles 9/11 Memorial bricks & Challenge coins; see two steel beams from World Trade Center. Meet sculptor Renee Bemis. Tickets: $20. Info: 815-978-3860; 815-969-1999 or visit Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. or any of three locations of Backyard Grill and Bar–Roscoe, Loves Park or Cherry Valley.
Reminder to Parents: Tdap Vaccination required for students entering sixth and ninth grades – Boone County Health Department, 1204 Logan Ave., Belvidere, will hold schools and sports physicals clinics July 26 and Aug. 2, from 5-8 p.m. Cost: $30. Any required vaccinations, including Tdap, are $15 each. To schedule an appointment, call 815-544-9730.
Registration for Sixth Annual Great Golf Ball Drop – Aldeen Golf Club, 1902 Reid Farm Road. Date: Aug. 3, 6:13 p.m. Grand prize of $2,500, other prizes. Sponsored by Culver’s. Entry fee of $5 per ball; may enter multiple times. Info: www.rockford parkdistrict.org/gbdrop.
Registration for Out of the Darkness Community Walk for Suicide Prevention – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Date: Sept. 8. Register to walk or donate: www.OutOfTheDarkness.org.
Reserve Booth Space for Lifescape’s Senior Expo – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Dates: Sept. 13-14. Theme: “Fit & Fabulous!” Info: 815-490-1111 or www.lifescapeservices.org.
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 ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.
Wednesday, June 27
Rockford Mass Transit District Board Meeting – Conference Room, 520 Mulberry St. 7:45 a.m.
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.
Safari Sprouts – Midwest Museum of Natural History , 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Admission $6, adults, $5 kids and seniors. Info: 815-895-9777.
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.
Summer Crafts for Kids – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
DigiPhoto – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your camera and memory card, all cables and power cord or charger, and instruction booklet. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
YA Gaming Tournament – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13-19. Test your gaming skills in PS3 and Wii games. 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. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Let’s Build a Pyramid – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 2-6. Info: 815-965-7606.
Beginning Computer for the Absolute Beginner – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.
YA Movie Nights – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-19. All movies rated PG-13 or lower. Info: 815-965-7606.
Stephenson County Town Hall Meeting – Freeport Public Library. 6:30-9 p.m. Informational meeting only.
Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.
Mah Jong Group – Womanspace, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6:30-9 p.m. Cost: $5; members $3. Women age 21 and older. Registration preferred by preceding Monday, but walk-ins welcome. Info: 815-877-0118.
Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 Main St. 8 p.m. Free. Info: 815-877-8007.
Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Evansville Otters – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. 50 cent Hot Dog Night. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Rockford Area Kids’ Day Camp After- noon Sparktacular – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. All summer youth programs, day camps, day care centers, child care facilities, private day care homes are invited to enjoy stock car racing, grudge races, novelty races, spectacular drags, race car displays and more. Gates open at noon; racing begins at 1 p.m. Autograph and photo session follows the on-track activities; meet the stars of the show. Cost: $1/person; groups are encouraged to call 815-633-1500 to pre-register your group.
Fastor Pastors to Race – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Local pastors will challenge one another on the tricky quarter-mile, high-banked facility. Also see the RoadRunner Super Summer Series, Bandits, Figure 8, Spectacular Drags, Bandoleros, Misfits, Winged Women on Wheels and Double Spin to Win Race. Spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. with first race at 7:07. Adult general admission tickets are $8. Students ages 12-17 are $6; kids ages 6-11 are $4; kids ages 5 and younger are admitted free. Info: 815-633-1500 or www.rockfordspeedway.com.
Imagination Station – Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, 1401 N. Second St. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 28
Visit Rock Valley College – Rock Valley College Student Center Atrium, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Prospective students take a tour. Events begin at 9 a.m. Meet with RVC Student Ambassadors; option to complete your RVC Educational Planning Session. Sign up in advance if interested. Info: rockvalleycollege.edu/EPS-Reg.
Good Dollars and Sense – Goodwill Industries, Joyner Neighborhood Resource Center, 1401 W. State St. 10 a.m.-noon. Evening session at Goodwill’s Mission Services Center, 615 N. Longwood St. 6-8 p.m. Open to public. Info: 815-965-3795.
Rockford Housing Authority Board Meeting – Central Office, 223 S. Winnebago St. 4 p.m.
Sukiya Living and Discussion of October Kyoto Walking Tour – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 7-9 p.m. in Lower Level Gallery. Cost: $5, free to members. With Doug Roth, presenter. Register at 815-326-3285 or kboyd@andersongardens.org.
Intermediate Genealogy – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Local History Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Age 18 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.
Yoga for Women – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: June 21, 28. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $48 or $13/session, members $40 or $12 session. Register by preceding Tuesday; walk-ins welcome if space is available. Info: 815-877-0118.
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.
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.
Greater Rockford Airport Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting – Airport Administration Building, 60 Airport Drive. 5:30 p.m.
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.
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.
Summer Teen’Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.
Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (Spanish/English) – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St., 4-4:45 p.m. Ages 3-8. 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 younger than 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.
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. Evansville Otters – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. $1 Beer Night/ Rockton Chamber After Hours. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Friday, June 29
Green Bear Disability Awareness and Resource Fair – Magic Waters Waterpark, 7820 CherryVale Blvd. N. Cherry Valley. 4-9 p.m. Explore the waterpark’s many accessible and disability-friendly features. Also, talk with professionals and other parents. Gluten-free cookies available!
Carroll County Garden Walk – Three-day event. Tour 20 gardens in Savanna, Thomson, Mt. Carroll and Lanark. Country, cottage, shade gardens, ponds, herbs, flowers, vegetables. Visit the shops full of unique art and decor for home and garden. Special events: Cookout, 5-6 p.m., Friday at Heirloom Market, Thomson. Free seminars with Bud LeFevre from Distinctive Gardens in Dixon. Topic: “Shade Plants” at 6:30 p.m. Doug Oster speaks about “Ornamental Edibles” at 7:30. Tickets: $10 (age 12 and younger, free), good all weekend at all gardens. Info: 800-678-3108 or www.bwcvb.com.
Rockford City Market – Water Street by Jefferson. 3-8 p.m. every Friday thru Oct. 12. Local growers and vendors selling natural products, vegetables, fruit, eggs, meat, cheeses, flowres, herbs, baked goods, snacks, wines. Beer garden with live music by Three Good Men and activity by Syverson Dells and Macaroni Kids.
Grab ’N’ Go Lunch Cruise – Trolley Station, Riverview Park, 324 N. Madison St. Every Friday Lunch Cruise on the Forest City Queen. 11:15 a.m. 12:15 and 1 p.m. Prices: Adults $8 ($8.50 non-resident); ages 5-17, $7.50 ($8 non-resident); ages 4 and younger, $5. No reservations needed; walk-ups welcome. Specialty cruises or private rentals also available. Info: 815-987-8800.
Princesses and Superheroes – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Grab your tiara or don your disguise! Assume your secret identity as your favorite superhero or princess. Come in costume. All activities included with museum admission: $7 adults, $7 children, free to museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.
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.
Canoe the Rock – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-8 p.m. Cost: $20/canoe; all ages. Meet at Heritage Farm Museum. All equipment provided. At least one adult per canoe. Register by June 28. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
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.
Comedy Night – Franchesco’s, 7128 Spring Creek Road. 8 p.m. Info: 815-229-0800.
Tinker Swiss Cottage Paranormal Tour – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 7-10 p.m. With special guest speaker Ms. Robin White Turtle Lysne, M.F.A., author, psychic, medium. Cost: $20/person. Reserve at: 815-964-2424 or steve@tinkercottage.com.
Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Evansville Otters – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Fleece Blanket Giveaway/Girl Scout Campout. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Saturday, June 30
Carroll County Garden Walk – Three-day event. Today in Mt. Carroll: Farmers’ market opens at 7 a.m.; see the Master Gardener program, “Make Time for Thyme” at 10 a.m. at the Market Street Commons. Free wine tasting at Driftless Area Stillroom in the Shops at Glenview, 116 W. Market St., Mt. Carroll, 4 p.m. See “Bikes in Bloom” where businesses and residents decorate with plants and flowers; the “Gone Fishin’” Garden Art displays on Savanna’s Main Street and the “Flair with Chairs” garden decor lining Lanark’s Main Street. Tickets: $10 (age 12 and younger, free), good all weekend at all gardens. Info: 800-678-3108 or www.bwcvb.com.
Malcolm Eaton 13th Annual Golf ’N’ Games Fund-raiser – Freeport Country Club, 1614 S. Park Blvd. Cost: $75 per player; shotgun start at 9 a.m. Participants can qualify for $50,000 Shoot Out. Tickets for the Chicken Little Drop raffle are on sale now at Malcolm Eaton Enterprises and Cornerstone Credit Union. Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20. Many prizes! Info: 815-235-7181.
Rockin’ for the Reptiles – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Noon-5 p.m. $5/person (ages 3 and up). Tickets sold at the door. Event is in parking lot across the street from the Museum, east of the movie theater (rain location is in Museum). Games, face painting, food, bounce house, live reptiles. Music by Yesterday’s News, Garage Orchestra and Them Changes. Reptile fans can also sign up for Reptile Care Class offered on July 21 and Aug. 17 for ages 10 and up. Event ticket is good for half off museum admission on the 30th. Info: 815-895-9777.
Outdoor Herb, Garden & Wellness Faire – Wind Ridge Herb Farm, Caledonia, Ill. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Products, items and services including organic, recycled, garden related, locally produced or grown, holistic wellness and handcrafted items, wine, gourmet foods, etc. A percent of the proceeds will benefit PAWS. Info: 815-965-6172.
Kirkland Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration – Breakfast at United Methodist Church, 7-10:30 a.m. Car & Truck Show registration, 8 a.m. with trophies awarded, 2:30. Beer Garden, noon-midnight. Free Entertainment on Park Stage at noon. Kirkland Fire Department hosts Water Fights at 2 p.m.; Summerfield Zoo has an animal demonstration at 2 p.m. Hiawatha Pep Band, 3 p.m. Kirkland Police Dept. will do a K-9 demonstration; Hiawatha Jazz Band at 5. Carnival Stage, crowning Ms. 4th of July at 7 p.m.; country music at Beer Garden: Back Country Road Band.
Durand Fourth of July Festival – Town Square, all day. 5K Run/Walk, 3-Mile Family Bicycle Ride, Blood Drive, Fun Fair (Town Square), Go-Kart Race, Youth Concert, Fun Fair (United Methodist Church), Street Dance. Events run 8 a.m.-midnight.
“Beekeeping: The Queen of Hobbies” – Banwarth House, 408 E. Sycamore St., Elizabeth, Ill. 1 p.m. Allen Reed and Andrea Dubnick will give a program about honey hunting and beekeeping throughout history. Info: 815-858-2014.
KB Hog Roast Dinner Benefit – White Pines Dude Ranch, 3581 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Fund-raiser for cancer victim April Roos. Tough Run & Leisure Hike, 3 p.m. Hog roast dinner, 5-8 p.m. Music, dancing, raffles, 50/50 drawing, kiddie games, silent auction. Grand prize raffle givewaway is 7-night stay in Costa Rica; second prize is a gas ignite charcoal grill. Dinner ticket, $10. Registration for Leisure Hike begins at 1:30 p.m.; $30 fee includes dinner. Info: ldivers74@yahoo.com or Facebook page: KBbenefitsavethedate.
World Premiere Film: Poetic – Tebala Shrine Auditorium, 7910 Newburg Road. Doors open at 7 p.m., film at 8. Tickets: $10 at the door or in advance at www.poeticmovie.com. Also available at Disc Replay in Rockford. Info: mcefilms@gmail.com.
Yoga Nidra – Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9-10 a.m. Age 14 and up, females and males. Fee: $13, members $12. Learn deep relaxation. Info: 815-877-0118.
Adult Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to anyone in the community who has experienced a death. No charge, but advance registration is required. Info: 608-363-7421 or 877-363-7421.
Saturday Spectacular: Happy Birthday, America! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
Breast Cancer Awareness FUN-raiser – Rockton Chamber of Commerce, 330 E. Main St., Rockton. 3-6 p.m. Hosted by Pampered Chef, Candi Cakes. Silent auction benefits the American Cancer Society. Info: 815-624-7625.
Cedar Bluff Cemetery Walk – Cedar Bluff Cemetery, 1200 Rural St. 7-8:30 p.m. Tours with psychic Mark Dorsett; learn about famous (and infamous) characters of our city’s past. Cost: $15 in advance or $20 the day of the event. Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.
Stanley Steemer Star Spangled 76 at Rockford Speedway – 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Gilley’s Cool 5 Series Round II, Mobil 1 Mid-Season Championships, Late Models, Sportsmen, American Short Trackers, Road Runners, Flagpole Race plus fireworks. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m., qualifying at 5:55, first race at 7:07. Adult tickets $12, students (age 12-17) $8 with kids age 11 and younger, admitted free. Info: www.rockfordspeedway.com or call 815-633-1500.
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. Joliet Slammers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Fireworks. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Sunday, July 1
Kirkland Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration – Tractor Show, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Other activites open at noon incl. Lunch Stand, Flea Market and Carnival. Bingo, free entertainment throughout the day. Arthur Murray Dance Studio at noon, Storytime with Emily at 1, Bellydancing by Daryea at 2. Native American Dancing and Drums, 3-5 p.m. The Magic of Brian Holt, Beer Garden, and band Destination Unknown will entertain.
Carroll County Garden Walk – Three-day event. Tour 20 gardens in Savanna, Thomson, Mt. Carroll and Lanark. See Friday and Saturday listings for more details.
Cheesemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 9 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Hands-on workshop. $70 each session. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.
Durand Fourth of July Festival – Town Square, all day. 9:30 a.m. Interdenominational Church Service, Saelens Park. 10:30 a.m., Kids Meet-A-Machine, in town. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Go-Kart Races, Town Square. Noon, Ice Cream Social & Pork Sandwiches, United Methodist Church. 1:30 p.m., Kids Parade, Town Square, 2 p.m., Go-Kart Races, 3:30 p.m., Go-Kart Memorial Race, 4:30 p.m. Famous Outhouse Races.
Fourth Annual Rockin’ for a Cause Benefit for the Autism Society – Neighbors Bar & Grill, 7745 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Live music from Smokin’ Opies, Blues Hawks, The Clark Colborn Band, Chasing Mojo and Pistol Pete. Live After Party with musical performance from The Poets Dance. Poker run starts and ends at Neighbors Bar from 10 a.m.-noon. More than120-mile ride; $15 per bike/car and $5/passenger. Entry fee includes ticket to concert. Doors open at 1 p.m.; music begins at 3; all ages until 10 p.m. Info: 815-621-3287.
Fathers of the Year Spotlight: Slawomir Krysztopa (Polish) – Ethnic Heritage Museum, 1129 S. Main St. 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.
Vacation Bible School – Calvary Christian Church, 5455 Charles St. 5:30-8:45 p.m. Every Sunday night in July. Theme: “IncrediWorld Amazement Park.” Free. Info: 815-398-4940.
Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Joliet Slammers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Family Day/Kids Run Bases/$2 Children’s tickets. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Monday, July 2
Messy Mondays: Balloon Painting with Kim Zierke – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fee included with Museum admission: $7 adults; $7 children (ages 2-17); free to Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.
Pre-K Adventure Club – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 3rd session begins, 9-11 a.m. For 3-6-year-olds. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $35/two-week session. Register by June 27. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.
Summer Grief & Loss Group for Teen-agers – Northern Illinois Hospice & Grief Center, 4215 Newburg Road. Dates: Eight-week course, Mondays, beginning June 18, 3:30-5 p.m. For teens ages 13-18 who have experienced the death of someone close to them. Fee: $30 covers activity costs and materials. Info: 815-398-0500.
Summer Rocks Camp – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. All-day summer camp for children ages 5-12. Thru Aug. 17, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Fee: $75/week, includes breakfast and lunch. Y-Care benefits accepted if you qualify. Info: 815-398-8864.
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.
Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery and Café, 6685 E. State St. 6-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.
Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. Joliet Slammers – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Military Veterans Appreciation Night. Drum corps will be in attendance. Color guard will present the American flag during the Star-Spangled Banner. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.
Gamblers Anonymous – Meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.
Tuesday, July 3
Kirkland Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration – Festival and Carnival open at 5 p.m. “Time of Worship Band” plays from 6-8 p.m. Wrist Band Night runs from 6-10 p.m. Beer Garden open; “Shuvlhed” performs from 8 p.m.-midnight.
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.
Flag Retirement Ceremony sponsored by Wanchanagi District Boy Scouts of America & Fourth of July Committee – Sinnissippi Gardens, next to Symbol. 5 p.m.
Beginning Microsoft Word: 4-Week Class – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Need to be proficient with mouse skills and saving and opening files. 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 June.
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From the June 27-July 3, 2012, issue
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