Community Calendar: Week of July 11-17, 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 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.

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. 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 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. Now exhibiting: 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.

Windsor Lake Regional Activity Center – 7212 N. Alpine Road, Loves Park. Rockford Park District and Paddle and Trail of Loves Park. Now offering: Mad Anglers Fishing Club, Windsor Lake Fishing League, Paddlesport instruction and rental, RAC memberships through Paddle and Trail, group and corporate outings, boat storage, special women’s and youth programs. Info: 855-752-92688 or www.paddleandtrail.com.

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 Freeport Park District Programs – Roller Skating Lessons, July 23-Aug. 13; Youth Tennis Lessons, July 17-Aug. 2. 1. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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 Girl Scout Summer Camps – Info: 800-242-5591 or www.girlscoutsni.org.

Registration for Openfields Local Foods Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: July 12, 6–9 p.m. Cost: $55/person. Info: 815-986-4357 or 815-235-4125.

Registration for Family Farm Camp – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: July 12-14, 1-4 p.m. Families bring tents for three days of farm adventures. Pre-register. Cost: $100. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Order Tickets for VaShawn Mitchell at Bookerfest – Performance July 22, 5 p.m. Tickets on sale July 13, $10 sold at Booker Washington Community Center and at the gate.

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 All Abilities Wheelchair Softball Tournament – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Date: July 14, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tournament’s two divisions are: Friends and Family (ages 6 and older) and Competitive (ages 18 and older). Each team must have 10-13 players with minimum of four players of each gender. Team fee: $45, incl. T-shirts, door prize, raffle tickets, two-game minimum. Music and concession foods and beverages. Info: 815-987-1609.

Registration for USATF F.I.R.E. Invitation – Christian Life High School, 5950 Spring Creek Road, Rockford. Date: July 14. Begins at 8 a.m. Eight divisions for boys and girls. Team entries are still being accepted; teams must meet certain requirements. Open to unattached athletes, ages 5-18. Info: 815-962-7469.

Registration for Winemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: July 14, 3-6 p.m. Make a small batch of wine, using wild fruits. Pre-register. Cost: $65. Info: 815-389-8455 , www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Versatile Herbs! Medicinal and Culinary Uses – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: July 15, 1-4 p.m. Learn about culinary and medicinal uses for herbs. Make recipes. Pre-register. Cost: $50. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Amazing Farm Animals Day Camp – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: July 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about livestock thru games and hands-on experience. Cost: $170. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Photography Camp – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: July 16-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 8-14; bring a lunch. Meet at Keller Center. Fees: $110/camper. Register by July 11. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Youth Tennis Lessons – Freeport Park District, Read Park office. Dates: July 17-Aug. 2. 11 a.m.-noon. Fee is $40 residents $45 non-residents. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

Registration for 3D Archery – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: July 18, 6-8 p.m. Ages 10 and up. Meet at Byron/Oregon Sportsman’s Club. All equipment provided or bring your own. Cost; $5/scout. Register by July 16. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for U of I Extension Program on Attracting Beneficial Insects – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. Date: July 19, 11 a.m.-noon. Cost; $5/person. Info: 815-986-5357.

Registration for Oregon Trail Days Tipi Scramble – Oregon Golf Club. Date: July 20. Nine-hole shotgun start at 3 p.m., includes games, prizes and competition. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $30/person for 4-person team. Part of proceeds go to Oregon Trail Days Festival and restoration of Black Hawk statue. Info: www.oregontraildays.org.

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.

Registration for Sip & Sail – Riverview Ice House dock, 324 N. Madison St. Date: July 19, 5 p.m. social hour, light food served. 6 p.m. boarding. Sponsored by Artale Wine Company and Radisson Hotel & Conference Center. Tickets: $35/person. Reserve by July 16 at 815-987-1632.

Order Tickets for Kiwanis Brat Days – Dates: July 20-21 at Edgebrook Center, Logli on East State St. and Logli at North Alpine & Harlem Road. Tickets: $5 advance, $6 at event includes choice of Johnsonville brat, 1/4-lb. all-beef Johnsonville hot dog or meatless barbeque, chips and beverage. Vegetarian brat available at North Alpine & Harlem Road location only. Tickets at both Logli locations, all Alpine Bank locations, MembersAlliance Credit Union locations at South Alpine Road and Olde Creek Road.

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.

Order Tickets for Breast Fest Biker Bash – Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 W. First St., Peca-tonica. Dates: July 20-21. Open at 5 p.m. Tickets: $25, must be 21 or older with ID. Live music and MMA fighting. Tattoo and arm wrestling contests, bike shows and games, Best Breast competiton. Benefit for Save the Tatas Foundation. Info: 815-540-6075 or 408-295-4100.

Registration for Warriors vs. Outlaws River Tug – Date: July 22, 3 p.m. Teams of pullers compete in old-fashioned tug-of-war across Rock River near Oregon dam. Teams may have up to 20 pullers, weight not to exceed 3,600 lb. Three-minute pull. Team entry fee is $200. Register by July 12. Entry forms are available at www.oregontraildays.org or call 815-732-2434.

Tickets for 50/50 Raffle to Restore Black Hawk Statue – Oregon Trail Days. Date: July 22. Tickets sold until 4:30 p.m. $5 each or 5 for $20 at Merlin’s, Shell, Snyders, Cooks Collection, SuperValu, Stillman Bank, The Flower Patch, Verizon, Basler’s, Eagles Nest, White Pines. Also at concerts in the park Tues. and the July 13 Brown Bag event, and at all Oregon Trail Days events. Info: www.oregontraildays.org.

Registration for Live Gallery Reading with Mark Dorsett at Historic Coronado Theatre – 314 N. Main St. Date: July 22, 2-5 p.m. Spirit communicator Mark Dorsett provides messages from loved ones in spirit, to provide healing in a group setting. Cost: $20, includes a tour. Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.

Registration for Roller Skating Lessons – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave. Dates; July 23-Aug. 13, 7-8 p.m. Fees: $20 resident, $25 non-resident. Parents may skate with their child during practice time after every lesson. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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.

Registration for Community Garden Workshop and Roundtable – University of Illinois Extension, Ogle County Farm Bureau Building, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: July 27, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free, but RSVP necessary for space. To reserve your spot at the workshop, call U of I Extension, Stephenson County, 815-235-4125; Ogle County, 815-732-2191; or call Blackhawk Hills Regional Council at 815-625-3854.

Registration for Volunteer Tutor Workshops – The Literacy Council, 982 N. Main St. Six classes to be held Mon. and Wed. beginning Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. Also online workshop. Info: www.theliteracycouncil.org or 815-963-READ.

Reminder to Parents: Tdap Vaccination required for students entering 6th and 9th 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 Greenwood Cemetery Walk – Corner of North Main and Auburn streets. Dat: July 28, 7-8:30 p.m. With spirit guide Mark Dorsett, who will do psychic impressions. Cost: $15 advance, $20 at the event. Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.

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 Freeport Cruise Night – Downtown Freeport. Date: Aug. 11; display begins at 3:30 p.m.; cruising, 7-10 p.m. Display your antique cars, at least 25 years old, in Freeport Public Library parking lot. Info: 815-238-6124 or 815-990-1082.

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.

Order Tickets for “Elmo Makes Music” – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. Dates: Sept. 7-9. Tickets: $3 and $13; limited number of $25 Gold Circle seats and $60 Sunny Seats. Opening Night, all seats (excluding Gold Circle and Sunny Seats) are $20. Facility fee of $1.50 is added. Info: 815-968-5222 or www.sesamestreetlive.com.

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, 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.

CoCo Key Water Resort Helps Prevent Skin Cancer – In partnership with American Cancer Society, CoCo Key offers CoCo’s Sun Safety Tuesdays, July 3-Aug. 21. Discounted admission. Guests must bring in old bottles of sunscreen lotion or any sunscreen that is not broad spectrum to the water park for disposal. Receive $3 off on four admissions for a total savings of $12.

YWCA of Rockford accepting Nominations for Leader Luncheon XXXIII Awards – Available at 4990 E. State St., Rockford, or download forms at www.ywca.org/rockford/leader-luncheon. Deadline: Jan. 11, 2013, 5 p.m. Info: 815-316-6126.

Wednesday, July 11

Rockford Police Dept. hosts Compstat – Public Safety Building, 420 W. State St., Classroom B. Analyzes crime trends by district. 7-8 a.m. District 3 (far east side); 8-9 a.m. District 2 (near east side); 9-10 a.m. District 1 (west side).

Roscoe Township Board Meeting – Town Hall, 5792 Elevator Road. 7 p.m. Public comment session on Roscoe Sports Complex.

Balance – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 9-10 a.m. Helps participants increase their stability and balance. Day pass $5; monthly pass $25 (corporate rate & seniors 65 and older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Info: 815-395-4591.

Advanced Balance – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 915-10:15 a.m. Helps participants continue to increase their stability and balance. Completion of first balance class is required before registering for this class. Day pass $5; monthly pass $25 (corporate rate & seniors 65 and older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Info: 815-395-4591.

Bookwoman: A Cup of Friendship – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-11 a.m. Fictional story of a remarkable coffee shop in Afghanistan. Free-will offering: suggested donation $5. Info: 815-877-0118.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. For children under 2. Build baby’s literacy and social skills. Info: 815-965-7606.

Summer Crafts for Kids – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Home-milked Ice Cream – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 3-5 p.m. Cost: $11. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Be Active Outdoors (BAO) – Beloit, Wis. hosts the International Cycling Classic and Superweek Pro Tour, Races begin at 9:30 a.m. and finish about 9 p.m., also youth events. Info: Paddle and Trail at 608-362-6521 or info@beactiveoutdoors.org.

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.

Young Adult Advisory Board Meeting – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. To apply, see Kathi Kresol in Youth Services, call or e-mail her at 815-965-7606, ext. 682 or e-mail at kkresol@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.

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

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

Thursday, July 12

Winnebago County Board Meeting – Winnebago County Courthouse, Board Room, eighth floor, 400 W. State St. 6 p.m. Topic: Roscoe Sports Complex.

Open House at The Atrium – Assisted Living Dementia Community, 2885 McFarland Road. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. every Thursday. Visitors welcome. Info: 815-721-1616.

Look, Listen, and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 am.-12:15 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Preschool Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 12-12:45 p.m. For ages 3-5. Info: 815-965-7606.

18th Annual Rock River Walk to End Alzheimer’s Committee Meeting – Alzheimer’s Association, Rock River Office, 93 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon. 12:30-1:30 p.m. More members needed! Info: 217-228-1111 or Breeana.Hill@alz.org.

Jim Nesci’s Cold Blooded Creatures – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 1 and 6 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Explore the world of reptiles. Info: 815-332-5161.

Family Farm Camp – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: July 12-14, 1-4 p.m. Families bring tents for three days of farm adventures. Pre-register. Cost: $100. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Summer Teen ’Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 2-5 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

“Feed Your Brain: Devour a Book!” Film Festival – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Films rated PG. 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.

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.

Supper and Film: Departures – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-9 p.m. Fee $12 (members $10) includes supper and discussion. Film examines the rituals surrounding death in Japan. Info: 815-877-0118.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Children younger than 2. Develop your baby’s literacy and social skills. 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, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-5 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 under 2. Infant literacy-building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Harry’s Hungry! – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. Listen to a book. Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (Spanish/English) – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch Program Room, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. Ages 3-8. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-5:45 p.m. All ages. 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.

Friday, July 13

Frosty Friday – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Chill out with dry ice experiments, do liquid nitrogen demos, test for brain-freeze. All activities are included with Museum admission: $7 adults; $7 children; free to Museum members and children age 1 and younger.

Children’s Fishing Clinic – Lake Le-Aqua-Na. Hosted by Department of Natural Resources. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 6 and up. Register at Lena Community Park District. Info: 815-369-5351.

Pec River Fest Weekend – Lena Community Park District. Pontoon rides begin at 4:30 p.m. at McNeil’s Damascus Landing; last ride at 7 p.m. Suggested donation: $10/person.

Rock County Cancer Coalition Rummage Sale – KUTTER Harley-Davidson Pavilion, 3223 N. Pontiac, Janesville, Wis. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monetary donations welcome, too. Info: www.Rockcountycancercoalition.org

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 Jodi Beach.

Movie: Ice Age: Continental Drift – Lindo Theater, 115 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport. 12:10 p.m. Admission: $5.50 per person. Group rates also available. Info: www.classiccinemas.com.

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.

Healthy Living with Chronic Illness – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 1-3:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Six-week program; registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

U.S. Youth Soccer ODP Region II Tournament & College Showcase – Sportscore II Soccer Complex, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 4-8 p.m. Boys and girls ODP teams from 12 states compete. Free to public.

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.

Wired Café Celebrates 2-Year Anniversary – Wired Café, 414 E. State St. 6:30 a.m-10 p.m. Music by Paper Airplane. Prizes, giveaways, presentations all day. Kryptonite catering. Info: 815-543-5681 or 815-621-5944.

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.

“Haunted Slumber Camp Massacre” – R.I.P. Productions site, 4 miles south of Rockford. 5:30 p.m. Fri.-11 p.m. Sat. Training for 2012 Fear Asylum. Pre-registration required.

Baseball: Rockford Foresters vs. DeKalb County Liners – Marinelli Field, 101 15th Ave. 7 p.m. Tickets: $8 baseline, $6 family seats. Info: 815-312-2115.

Saturday, July 14

Writing Workshop: Writing for Coherence and Persuasion – Saint Anthony College of Nursing, 5658 E. State St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. One-day class is the sequel to “Introduction to Graduate Writing & APA6.” Cost: $175. Info: www.sacn.edu. Deadline to register is July 13.

Les Mills for the Cure – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Body Combat, Body Pump and Zumba. A social time featuring various health and fitness resources will be held between classes. Cost: $5/class. Tickets are being sold at the Center for Health. Info: 815-395-4904.

Rockford Area Spanish Conversation Meetup – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 10 a.m.- noon every Saturday. Free. Info: malone.tt@gmail.com.

Second Annual Cruisin’ Classics Car Show – Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. 10 a.m.-5 pm. Admission: $5. Proceeds go to care of the animals. Info: 815-547-4852.

Tour De North End Bike Festival – North End businesses promote bicycle safety. Begin at Olympic Tavern at 1 p.m., sign your safety waiver, receive an official TDNE Passport, and head off to nine participating bars and restaurants. Info: www.tourdenorthend.com.

KX Evolution launches ‘A Fitness Movement’ – Delarosa’s Submission Wrestling Academy, 3261 Forest View Road. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Promoting Kardio-Xercise products.

Stephenson County Fair – Fair runs thruJuly 15. Grandstand: Reserved seats for Travis Tritt at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15 or $20. General seats, $10 each. Other tickets 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.

All Abilities Wheelchair Softball Tournament – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tournament’s two divisions are: Friends and Family (ages 6 and older) and Competitive (ages 18 and older). Each team must have 10-13 players with minimum of four players of each gender. Team fee: $45, incl. T-shirts, door prize, raffle tickets, two-game minimum. Music and concession foods and beverages. Info: 815-987-1609.

USATF F.I.R.E. Invitation – Christian Life High School, 5950 Spring Creek Road, Rockford. Begins at 8 a.m. Eight divisions for boys and girls. Team entries are still being accepted; teams must meet certain requirements. Open to unattached athletes, ages 5-18. Info: 815-962-7469.

Wildflower Weekend – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Today: Children and Families Day with activities, displays and tours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. New; Photo Scavenger Hunt & Contest. Hosted by Natural Land Institute. Info: 815-964-6666.

Pec River Fest Weekend – Lena Community Park District. Summer Flotilla. The 7.9-mile tour begins at McConnell Bobtown Landing and ends at McNeil’s Damascus Landing. A sag pontoon, lunch and shuttle transportation are included. A limited number of canoes and kayaks are available for rent. $20/$30 w/rental. Info: 815-369-5351.

Stewardship Saturday – Atwood Center, Seth B. Atwood Park. 9-11 a.m. Help the park district with maintenance. Info: 815-987-8800.

Rock County Cancer Coalition Rummage Sale – KUTTER Harley-Davidson Pavilion, 3223 N. Pontiac, Janesville, Wis. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Monetary donations welcome, too. Info: www.Rockcountycancercoalition.org.

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.

U.S. Youth Soccer ODP Region II Tournament & College Showcase – Sportscore II Soccer Complex, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 8 a.m.-noon and 4-8 p.m. Boys and girls ODP teams from 12 states compete. Free to public.

USATF F.I.R.E. Invitation – Christian Life High School, 5950 Spring Creek Road, Rockford. Begins at 8 a.m. Eight divisions for boys and girls. Info: 815-962-7469.

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Summer Clothing Drive – All Hilander Foods locations, including 3710 N. Main St., also Cherry Valley and Roscoe. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Bring soft goods in plastic bags, no hangers. Shoes should be tied together.

Square Foot Gardening – John Deere Historic Site, 8334 Clinton St., Grand Detour, Dixon. 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. Presented by University of Illinois Extension Ogle County Master Gardener Larry Ermey. Gardening questions answered, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-732-2191.

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.

Hip Hop Congress Presents – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-5 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Square Food Gardening – John Deere Historic Site, 8334 Clinton Road, Grand Detour, Dixon. 10-11 a.m. and 1- 2 p.m. Info: 815-732-2191.

25th Journey of Hope Team – Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity brothers cycle for disabled people. Meet these men as they arrive at Pennock YMCA at 1:30 p.m. after a 110-mile ride from Dubuque, Iowa. A program of Push America. Info: 704-504-2400, ext. 234.

In Print Writers Meeting – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 1-4 pm. Info: 815-275-9226.

Cake Decorating for Teens – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. How to decorate a fun or fancy cake. Info: 815-965-7606.

Winemaking – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 3-6 p.m. Make a small batch of wine, using wild fruits. Pre-register. Cost: $65. Info: 815-389-8455 , www.learngrowconnect.org.

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.

All Star 100 Super Late Model Event – Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. See Super Late Models as drivers attempt to add their names to the All-Star 100 winners list. Also: The Sportsman, Road Runners, American Super Cups and 2nd over the Line Wins race. Spectator gates open at 5 pm., qualifying begins at 5;55, with first race at 7:07 p.m. Adult general admission tickets are $15. Students ages 12-17 are $10, ages 11 and younger, free. Info: 815-633-1500 or www.rockfordspeedway.com.

Sunday, July 15

Country Music Show: School Supplies Fund-raiser w/host B95’s Bryan Adams – The House Café, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Admission is donation of school supplies: tote bag, backpack, writing paper, notebooks, pencils, pens, crayons, glue, rulers, etc. Call Gary Mullis at 815-762-5589 for more details.

Amazing Farm Animals Day Camp – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about livestock thru games and hands-on experience. Cost: $170. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Wildflower Weekend – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Today: Quiet Walks and Picnics. Enjoy nature as you watch birds and other wildlife. Hosted by Natural Land Institute. Info: 815-964-6666.

Pec River Fest Weekend – Lena Community Park District. Canoe/Kayak Races hosted by Park District, Friends of the Pecatonica River, and sanctioned by Illinois Paddling Council. Recreational Class will launch at Brewster Landing, Winslow, Ill., travel downstream. Competition class will launch at Browntown Public Boat Ramp, outside Browntown, Wis. traveling downstream. Lunch and beverages provided to all participants. Lunch tickets available for spectators. Fee: $20 to register. Info: 815-369-5351.

Versatile Herbs! Medicinal and Culinary Uses – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 1-4 p.m. Learn about culinary and medicinal uses for herbs. Make recipes. Pre-register. Cost: $50. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

To Dream the Impossible Dream: A Retreat Nurturing Soulful Connections & Leading from the Heart – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 1-5 p.m. Fee $45 (members $40). Info: 815-877-0118.

U.S. Youth Soccer ODP Region II Tournament & College Showcase – Sportscore II Soccer Complex, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Boys and girls ODP teams from 12 states compete. Free to public.

“Celebration of Life” (Birthday Celebration for Andrew John Cole) – Holy Temple Church, 520 W. Ringold St., Freeport. 3-5 p.m. Celebrate the 30th birthday of the son of Carl and Dianna Cole. Info: 815-914-1487 or MsCSOGN@aol.com.

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.

Ice Cream Social – Beckman Mill Park, 11600 S. County Road H, Beloit, Wis. Stroll the Oak Savanna Boardwalk, visit the museum, enjoy music from Mill Road Band. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Info: 608-751-1551.

Monday, July 16

Advanced Balance – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 9:15-10:15 a.m. Helps participants continue to increase their stability and balance. Completion of first balance class is required before registering for this class. Day pass $5; monthly pass $25 (corporate rate & seniors 65 and older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Info: 815-395-4591.

Messy Mondays: Book Worms with Cristi Kniess – 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.

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.

Teen Wired Café – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 2-5 p.m. Ages 10-19. Mingle with other teens, surf the Internet, or make crafty surprises. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Salad on a Stick – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery and Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 6-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Microsoft Excel 2010 – 3-Week Class – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Must have a good understanding of MS Word. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. River City Rascals – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Senior Citizen Night & Youth Clinics. 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.

Rockford City Council – Council Chambers, Second Floor, Rockford City Hall, 425 E. State St. 6 p.m.

Tuesday, July 17

Northern Illinois Agronomy Research Center Agronomy Day – Agronomy Research Farm, 14509 University Road, Shabbona, Ill. Program starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends with meal at 12:30 p.m. Topics: soybean yields, corn rootworm issues, corn disease identification and management, nutrient removal, weed control. Free admission. Info: 815-274-1343.

Baseball: Rockford RiverHawks vs. River City Rascals – RiverHawks Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Kids Eat Free Night. Single-game tickets: $10 infield box, $7 outfield box, $20 Diamond Deck ($15 kids 12 and younger); $2 parking. Special: $2 off for active & retired military, kids ages 3-12; age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-885-2255.

Youth Tennis Lessons – Freeport Park District, Read Park office. Dates: July 17-Aug. 2. 11 a.m.-noon. Fee is $40 residents $45 non-residents. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

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.

Senior Computer Learning, in Six Sessions – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Computer Q&A – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. You’ve taken classes but still have questions. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Daytime and Evening Adult Grief Support Groups – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Beloit, Wis. 1-2:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Each group meets for seven weeks. Register at 608-363-7421 or 877-363-7421. No fee, but advance registration is required.

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

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

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From the July 11-17, 2012, issue