Community Calendar: Week of Oct. 24-30, 2012

Fall Attractions

Amenti Haunted House – Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb. Ages 12 and older. Open at 7 p.m., Oct. 19-21, 26-28, 30-31. $13. Info: 815-758-1215.

Curran’s Apple Orchard – 6385 Kilburn Ave. Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily until first weekend in December. Info: 815-963-7848.

Edwards Apple Orchard – 7061 Centerville Road, Poplar Grove. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. from Labor Day to end of October, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in November, closing the weekend of Thanksgiving. Info: 815-765-2234.

Edwards Apple Orchard West – 8218 Cemetery Road, Winnebago. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. from Labor Day to end of October, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in November, closing the weekend of Thanksgiving. Info: 815-963-2261.

Fear Asylum Haunted House – Belvidere Park District (William Grady Pool), 916 W. Lincoln Ave., Belvidere. Ages 13 and older. 7-11 p.m., Fri. Sat. and Halloween; and 7-10 p.m., Sun. Thurs., Sept. 28, Oct. 5-7, 12-14, 18-21, 24-31. $10/$15. Info: 815-965-6772.

Fright Factory – 1405 Riverside St., Janesville, Wis. Ages 13 and older. 7-10:30 p.m., Fri. and Sat.; 7-9:30 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 25 and Sun., Oct. 28; Oct. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 25-28. $13 or $18 Fright Pass (go to front of line). Info: 608-754-5879.

Hopper’s Haunted House – 11576 Route 2, Rockford. 7p.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat; and 7-10 p.m., Sun.-Thurs., Oct. 5-6, 12-13, 19-21, 24-31. $10. Info: 815-871-7334.

Janesville Community Haunted House – 1634 E. Racine St., Janesville, Wis. Open every day except Mon. Hours: 7-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat.; 7-10 p.m., Tues.-Thurs.; 7-10 p.m. Sun. Matinees 1-3 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Admission $8. To benefit cancer victim Katie Clayton, help with medical expenses. Also see Facebook pages under Janesville Community Haunted House and The Fight for Katie. Info: 608-322-9229.

The Pumpkin Patch – 3178 Illinois Rt. 173, Caledonia. Open 7 days a week, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. in Sept. and 9 am-.7 p.m.in Oct. Admission to grounds, petting zoo and barn is free Mon.-Fri.; $3 per person and free for children 2 and younger and adults 65 and older, Sat. and Sun. Additional fee for rides & attractions. Info: 815-765-2587.

Screamatorium Haunted House – Screamatorium Haunted House, Arte Verde Garden Center, 15630 Ill. Route 76, Poplar Grove. Ages 13 and older. 7-11 p.m., Fri., Sat. and Halloween; 7-10 p.m., Sun.-Thurs., Sept. 28, Oct. 5-7, 12-14, 18-21, 24-31. $10/$15. Info: 815-965-6772.

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.

Atwood Environmental Center – 2685 New Milford School Road, Rockford. Now open Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with feeding time for Birds of Prey at 1. Info: 815-874-7576.

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.

Boy Scouts of America – Camping opportunities at Crystal Lake Scout Reservation. Info: 715-490-2241.

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. Info: 815-398-6000.

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.Classes offered: Skele-tons of Fun, Oct. 23-27; Set Sail on the Mayflower, Nov. 13-17; Jingle All the Way, Dec. 4-8. Cost: $12 public, $10 members. Info: 815-963-6769.

Elite Defense Systems Self-
Defense Center – 5695 Strathmoor Drive. Daily classes. Now offering special after-school program for students’ character building using martial arts. Info: 815-885-4758.

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. Now thru November: Italian Gallery presents “Wandering through Memory Lane” – historic glimpses of south Rockford. Info: 815-962-7402.

FitMe Wellness – Next to Hilander, Spring Creek & Mulford roads. Info: 815-904-6000.

Forest City Brewers – Monthly meetings first Wed. of each month, 7 p.m. at Thunder Bay Grille, 7652 Potawatomi Trail. “Tasters Guild” meetings at 7 p.m. third Wed. of each month at Der Rathseeller, 1132 Auburn St. Info/membership: www.forestcitybrewers.org or info@forestcitybrewers.org.

Freeport Park District – 1122 S. Burchard, Freeport. Info: 815-235-6114.

Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center – U.S. 20, east of Freeport. Hours: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Expo now exhibiting: “Bank On It,” featuring four local banking institutions.

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois – Special donation drive in cooperation with SwedishAmerican Health System, employees will collect clothing and other gently-used household items from Oct. 15-29, to help recycling effort.

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

Group Hope Depression Bipolar Meetings – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Every Friday. Info: 815-398-9628.

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.

Junior StreetHogs Arena – Booker Washington Community Center, 524 Kent St. Outreach street hockey program for youth. Info: 815-969-4072.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Now offering Zumba Fitness classes every Mon. and Fri., 9-10 a.m. $5 per class. 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 – Info: 815-369-5351.

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

LifeHOUSE The Atrium – Monthly support group for individuals and families dealing with dementia. Meets every second Tuesday of the month at noon. Info: Patti Lizer at 815-876-7536.

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. Info: 815-987-8858.

Northern Illinois Hospice & Grief Center – 4215 Newburg Road. Various support groups for children, teens and adults starting in October. Info: 815-398-0500.

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.

OSF St. Anthony Center for Health Classes – 5510 E. State St. “Anything Goes” on Saturdays has been changed to “Body Combat.” New: ZumbAtomic Children’s Zumba class added on Sundays. Tues./Thurs. morning Zumba classes now offered from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Other classes available. Info: 815-395-4591.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat., 7-11 a.m. Belvidere Donor Center – 1740 S. State St. Mon.-Tues., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Second Sat. of each month, 7-11 a.m. Freeport Donor Center – 461 E. South St. Mon.-Tues., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Second Sat. of each month, 7- 11 a.m. Perryville Donor Center – 3065 N. Perryville Road. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. Sat. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037 or www.rrvbc.org.

ROCK Swim and Fitness – 3800 E. State St. Zumba classes, 9 a.m. Tuesdays. Age 14 and older. $5 drop-in fee for non-members. Info: 815-381-0765.

Rock Valley Ski Association – Thunder Bay Grille, 7652 Potawatomi Trail. Meets second Tues. of each month. Info: www.SkiRockford.org.

Rockford Public Library – 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. Tues.- Thurs., Noon.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sat. 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. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-8200 or 815-629-2210.

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.

Spectrum of Rockford – Harmony Center for Holistic Psychotherapy, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Various LGBTQA groups. Fall LGBT support group meets Thursdays from 7:30-9 p.m. Info: 815-639-0312.

Stephenson County Museum – 1440 S. Carroll Ave., Freeport. 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: 815-639-0300.

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 and 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Toddler Time – Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2001 N. Alpine Road. 9:15-10:15 a.m. Every Mon. and Tues. Free. Info: 815-399-3171.

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. Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 3-8 p.m., Fri., 3-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-8 p.m. 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. Golden Whiskers adoption program spotlights cats and dogs 7 years old or more. Any qualified adopter 18 years or older can adopt a senior cat for $20 or dog for $55 – half off regular adoption fee. Info: 815-319-4100 or www.wcasrock.org.

Winnebago County Health Department – For flu clinic schedule and prices, go to www.wchd.org or call 815-720-4264.

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 Rockford Park District Youth Indoor Volleyball – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Sessions begin Oct. 28 for ages 5-8. Fee: $40/person ($50 non-resident). Ages 8-11, sessions begin Oct. 26. Ages 11-14, Oct. 26. Fee: $65/person ($75 non-resident). Sessions also offered in January and February for ages 8-11. Info: 815-987-8800.

Registration for Rockford Park District After School Ice Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St., Rockford. Dates: Sept. 6-May 30, 2013. Fee: $3/person. Info: 815-969-4069.

Registration for Yoga Classes for adults or After-School Programming for kids – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Yoga classes will be a flowing, energetic style called Prana Yoga.Youth programs include a cooking series in October. Info/Register: 815-389-8455. Classes will coincide with weekly pick-up of fresh vegetables. Info: 815-389-2746 or www.angelicorganics.com.

Registration for Yoga and Tai Chi at Nicholas Conservatory – Rockford Park District programs for ages 16 and older in four- or five-week sessions. Yoga: Nov. 1-29: $32 ($40 non-resident). Tai Chi: Nov. 7-28; $32 ($40 non-resident). Register at least one week in advance for each session: www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now), by mail, fax, or at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800.

Vendors Needed for Holiday Craft & Gift Fair – Oregon United Methodist Church, Oregon, Ill. Date: Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $20 per table space; 6-foot and 8-foot tables available on limited basis for additional donation. Info: 815-732-2994.

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.

Get Healthy, Rockton! – Rockton Chamber of Commerce, 330 E. Main St. Northern IL Fit Club and John Sole of Sole Fitness invite Rockton to “Get Healthy” during a Team Beach Body workout every Wednesday evening from 7-8 p.m Cardio conditioning, free samples of Shakeology, Results and Recovery, Energy and Endurance offered. Info: 815-200-1116.

Registration for Computer Classes at Ken-Rock – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. Various classes offered thru Dec. 20. Info: 815-398-8864 or kenrock.org.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Registration for “Export Compliance Training” – EIGERlab, 605 Fulton Ave., Rockford. Date: Nov. 7, 8 a.m.-noon. Presented by BDG International Inc. with Illinois SBDC International Trade Center and RAEDC. First of two sessions. Cost: $85 per company. Register at 815-969-4267.

Registration for “Spinal Screening Frenzy” – 1st Step Chiropractic, 4519 Highcrest Road. Date: Oct. 27. Free spinal screening in conjunction with Chiropractic Awareness Month. Make appointments for 10 –11 a.m. Info: 815-398-4500.

Registration for Food Preservation Workshop – Illinois Renewable Energy Association, 1230 E. Honey Creek Road, Oregon. Date: Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $10 IREA members, $30 non-members. Register by Oct. 24. Info: 815-732-7332.

Registration for Pumpkin Pie! A Family Program – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia. Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Reservations for Japanese Flower Arranging & Tea Ceremony Demonstrations – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Dates: Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. Space limited to 50 guests each. Cost: $10 memjbers, $15 non-members. Info: 815-316-3306.

Registration for Easter Seals Autism Therapeutic School – Park Lanes Bowl, 5318 N. Second St., Loves Park. Date: Oct. 27, 7 p.m. Cost: $15/person; $30/couple. Includes 3 games and rental shoes. Adults only. 50/50 raffle, costume contest, prizes. Info: 815-965-6745.

Registration for Paranormal Investigation at Veterans Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 28, 7-10 p.m. Join a paranormal investigation team. Cost: $25 advance, $30 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Registration for “Get on Board,” a Business Exchange for the Construction Industry – Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Date: Oct. 30, 8 a.m.-noon. Registration free, but space limited. Register at: www.rockvalleycollege.edu/ptac by Oct. 29. Info: 815-961-2227.

Reservations for Rockford Area Illini Club 50th Anniversary Dinner – Franchesco’s Ristorante, 7128 Spring Creek Road. Date: Oct. 30. Social hour 5:30, dinner 6:30, program 7:15, silent auction 5:30-7:15. Featured speaker Loren Taylor, pres. of U of I Alumni Association. Music by Harlan Jefferson, 6-7 p.m. Cost: $50. Reserve by Oct. 23. Checks payable to RAIC, Connie Gritton Winter, 14392 W. Blair Rd., Winslow, IL 60189 or www.rockfordillini.com.

Registration for “Utilizing Dried Flowers From Your Garden” – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Oct. 30, 6-7 p.m. Cost: $20. Register at 815-732-2191 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo/.

Registration for “Building Your Global Growth Strategy: Permanent Tax Savings Locally & Overseas” – NIU Rockford campus, 8500 E. State St. Date: Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For executive leadership looking to advance their global trade strategy. Complimentary lunch included. Register at 815-969-4267or online at tenglish@rockfordil.com.

Registration for Leadership Café – Rockford College, Burpee Center, 5050 E. State St. Date: Oct. 31, noon-1 p.m. Topic: “How can you light the fund-raising fire under the Board?” Hosted by Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE). Cost: $15 public, free to NICNE members. Register by Oct. 26. Info: 815-394-4384.

Registration for “National Evidence-Based Best Pratices to Prevent Re-Hospitalization” – Franchesco’s Ristorante, 7128 Spring Creek Road. Nov. 1, 5-7 p.m. Continuing education units available for nurses and social workers. Appetizer buffet and beverages provided. Reservations required. Info: 815-986-7516.

Registration for Reiki Energy Healing Classes – Rockford Career College, 1130 S. Alpine Road. Dates: Nov. 1 and 8, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Massage tables available. Reiki 1 certificates are awarded and honored worldwide, and 6 CEs for Massage Therapists are avaiilable. Cost: $75. Open to the public. Register at 815-965-8616 by Oct. 29.

Registration for “Managing the Grassfed Herd (Beef and Dairy) for Optimized Performance and Returns” – Rock Falls Hotel, Rock Falls, Ill. Dates: Nov. 1-2. Cost: $150/ person (includes 2 meals and evening entertainment. Register by Oct. 22. Call 815-256-3707 or go to www.americanherbataurus.com for brochure that includes the registration form.

Registration for Illinois MENTOR – How to Become a Foster Parent. 6701 Clinton Road, Loves Park. Date: Nov. 1, 6-7 p.m. Pizza and Chat Contact Nichole Giovanni at 815-282-6153, ext. 25. Free.

Registration for Home school class: Color in Nature – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 2, 12-2:30 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $5. Ages 6-14. Register by Oct. 29. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for The Stars – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 2, 7-8 p.m. All ages. Free. Register by Nov. 1. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Home school class: Camouflage – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 2, 9-11:30 a.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $5. Ages 6-14. Register by Oct. 29. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for YWCA’s Wine, Women & Purses – Mauh-Nah Tee-See Country Club, 5151 Guilford Road. Date: Nov. 2, 6-9p.m. Wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, desset menu, holiday, gift, boutique & handbag shopping; silent auction; music by Starlite Radio. Tickets: YWCA members, $45; non-members, $50; Girls Night Out tickets, 6 for $250. Must be purchased in advance. Go to http://www.ywca.org/rockford/wine-women-purses.

Registration for “’Feeling Fine, Now is the Time!” – Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) presents three talks about aging. Dates: Nov. 3, 9-11 a.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural St. and Zion Lutheran Church, 1300 Pearl St., Belvidere, 9-11 a.m. Covers seven areas of wellness, Safety in the Home, Going to a Healthcare Provider, Avoiding Common Scams, Physical Fitness and Nutrition. Free. Register/Info: 815-397-7103.

Registration for Wine & Beer Tasting – JBZ Hero Foundation – Artale Wine Co., 6876 Spring Creek Road. Date: Nov. 3, 6 p.m. Cost: $15/person for samplings of 30 wines, 10 beers and hors d’oeuvres. Info: www.jbzherofoundation.org.

Registration for Soap Making Workshop – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Reservations for Children’s Home + Aid Adoption Information Meeting – First United Methodist Church, 610 Bonus Ave, Belvidere. Date: Nov. 4. 1-3 p.m. Domestic or international adoptions. Walk-ins also welcome. Register/Info: 815-962-1043 or 1-888-248-4335.

Reservations for “Desperadoes: Notorious Outlaws of Early Illinois” – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Nov. 4, 2 p.m.With Dr. John Hallwas, local historian, author and retired professor of English from Western Illinois University. Reserve at 815-332-5161.

Registration for Trip to Museum of Science and Industry – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 5. Meet at Jarrett Center for trip to Chicago. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All ages. Cost: $20/person or $30/couple. Register by Nov. 2. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Youth Basketball Skills Camp – West Middle School, 1900 N. Rockton Ave. Dates: Nov. 5-9. Fee: $40 resident; $45 non-resident.Register with Rockford Park District. Deadline: Oct. 29. Info: 815-962-7469, 987-8800, at Park District Customer Service locations and facilities, by mail, fax, or online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Daytime and Evening Adult Grief Support Groups – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. Dates: Nov. 6-Dec. 18. Day group, 1-2:30 p.m.; evening group, 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421 or 877-363-7421.

Registration for Preschool Fresh Food from the Farm: Stone Soup – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Date: Nov. 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Money Smart Week Seeks More Partners – Whitehead Realtors Building, 839 N. Perryville Road. Date: Nov. 8, 10 a.m. Meetings held the 2nd Thursday of the month at the same time and place thru April 2013. Info: www.moneysmartweek.org or Sue.Cram@lssi.org.

Registration for Free Vitamin D Seminar – Circle of Wellness 101 N. Alpine Road. Date: Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m. Info: 779-423-1700 or e-mail info@circleofwellnessrockford.com.

Registration for Webelos: Forester – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m. For all Webelos; equipment provided. Meet at Jarrett Center. Register by Nov. 7. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for “The Journey to Adulthood: What Parents Need to Know” – First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon, Ill. Date: Nov. 8, 6-9 p.m. Training for parents of students receiving special education services. Hosted by Family Matters PTIC. Meal and Certificate of Attendance provided, 3 CPDUs available for educators. Free, but register by Nov. 1 at (866) 436-7842, ext. 107 or www.fmptic.org/events/trainings. If accommodations are needed, call two weeks prior to training date.

Registration for Home School class: Find some time – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 9, 12-12:30 p.m. Ages 6-14. Cost: $5. Meet at Jarrett Center. Register by Nov. 5. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Home School class: Space and Time – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Nov. 9, 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 6-14. Cost: $5. Meet at Jarrett Center. Register by Nov. 5. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Reservations for Puttin’ on the Glitz Fashion Show – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Nov. 9. Social hour precedes luncheon at 11:30 a.m. The Betty Henry Award will be presented to an individual or organization during the luncheon. Benefit for SwedishAmerican Regional Cancer Center. Tickets: $35, tables of 10 for $350. RSVP by Nov. 7. Info: 815-966-2066.

Reservations for MarriageRestored Weekend – Hope and help for troubled marriages. Nov. 9-11. Info: David & Erin Rogers, 317-506-5541, e-mail daver4@prodigy.net. Also: www.marriagerestored.com.

Reservations for “Let’s Get Frosty!” – Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. Dates: Fri., Nov. 9, 5-10 p.m., Sat., Nov. 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Lisa Frost’s annual event with 40+ exhibitors and artists offering holiday gifts. Purchase a Frosty Fast Pass, which allows people to shop one hour early on Friday, from 4-5 p.m. Early shoppers get a hand-painted tote packed with “Frosty’s Favorite Things.” Cost: $25. Tickets on sale Oct. 13 online only at www.frostandfriends.com. Cost of admission: $5; tickets available at select locations; see website.

Registration forThe First Tee Second Annual Bowling Extravaganza – Park Lanes, 5318 N. Second St., Loves Park. Date: Nov. 10. Check-in 6:45 p.m. Shotgun start 7:30 p.m. Cost: $35/person, $200 for a team of 6. Includes 2 games of bowling, rental shoes, Chinese auctions, pasta buffet, 50/50 raffle. Info: 815-965-5057 or 779-537-1330.

Order Tickets for Winnebago United Methodist Church’s Annual Turkey Supper – 213 S. Elida St., Winnebago. Date: Nov. 10. 3 seatings: 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 p.m. Tickets: adults, $8; children 4-10, $4; age 3 and younger, free. Tickets at church office or call 815-335-2714, Nov. 5-9. Carry-outs also available.

Registration for Oregon Trail Days Fund-raiser – White Pines La Branche, Polo. Date: Nov. 10. Doors open 6:30 p.m. for reserved seating. Show at 7:30 p.m. runs 3 hours. Midwest Dueling Pianos. Tickets: $20/person. Cash bar, food items for sale. Info: 815-238-8672.

Reservations for Beloit Regional Hospice “Doves and Diamonds: Celebrate Hospice” – Eclipse Center, Riverside Drive, Beloit, Wis. Date: Nov. 10, 7 p.m. With Little Vito and the Torpedoes, jewelry giveaway, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction. Cost: $50. Mail checks to 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, WI 53511. Info: 608-363-7421.

Registration for Free Gluten Free Seminar feat. Bookworm Bakery and Cafe – Circle of Wellness, 101 N. Alpine Road. Date: Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m. Register at 779-423-1700 or info@circleofwellnessrockford.com.

Registration for SwedishAmerican’s “Girls Night Out” – Swedish American Center for Women, Renaissance Pavilion, 2nd Floor,1340 Charles St. Mammograms for women and their girlfriends combined with beauty treatments, refreshments and trunk shows. Appointments scheduled between 5-7:30 p.m. Call to make an appointment at 815-391-7676.

Registration for Plan Your Farm Estate – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Nov. 15, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $10/person, $5 each additional family member. Register by Nov. 13. Info: 815-l732-2191.

Local Authors Needed for Charity Market V – St. Rita’s Church, 6254 Valley Knoll Drive, Rockford. Date: Nov. 17, 9 a.m.- 3p.m. Authors will join quality artists and crafters. Sign up now! Info: 815-397-5509.

Reservations for Remedies Renewing Lives 7th Annual Ball – Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: Nov. 17, 6-11 p.m. Cost: $90/person or $670 for a table of eight. Register at jjohnson@remediesrenewing lives.org or 815-966-1285.

Registration for “Gingerbread House” – Discovery Center Museum’s Fall Fami ly Class, 711 N. Main St. Date: Nov. 25, 1-2:30 p.m. House, tools, trimmings are supplied. Ages 4 and up. Cost: $16 members, $20 public. Each additional child, $4 members, $6 public. Info: 815-963

Registration for RVC Dental Hygiene Clinic for Children – Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center, 4151 Samuelson Road. Dental exams for children ages 5-12. Cost: $38-$53. Info: 815-921-3235.

Registration for Fall Tot Spot Classes – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. Various classes available, $12 for public and $10 for Discovery Center members. Info: 815-963-6769 to register.

CANCELED: Pig & Pie in the Park, hosted by Sojourn House, had been rescheduled to Oct. 27 in Read Park, Freeport, from noon to 7 p.m. The event has been CANCELED. Info: 815-238-5141.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Curves clubs will offer a $0 joining fee for new members who show proof of a mammogram performed within the last year, or who donate $25 to the American Cancer Society. Participating clubs are: Curves of Roscoe, 5348 Williams Drive, 815-623-1300, and Curves of Rockford, 2430 S. Alpine Road, 815-484-0858.

Bras on the BMO – From Oct. 18-31, 97ZOK, WTVO, FOX 39, and BMO Harris Bank Center are stringing Bras on the BMO for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Donate your bra at the following locations: Bronzed Image Tanning, 3214 S. Alpine Road, Rockford; 1424 N. State St., Belvidere; 6532 E. Riverside, Loves Park; 1832 S. West Ave., Freeport; and Crimson Ridge, 735 N. Perryville Road, Rockford. Cash donations to The Chicagoland Area Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure are also accepted at these locations.

Heart of Rockford Nominations Deadline Extended – Deadline is now 5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 26. Awards ceremony will be Thursday, Nov. 15, at Prairie Street Brewhouse. Nomination forms for businesses and individuals are available at www.riverdistrict.com.

The Literacy Council Needs Volunteers – Free Workshop Series at Ida Public Library, Belvidere, Oct. 29. Other workshops scheduled throughout the year. Info: 815-963-READ or www.theliteracycouncil.org.

Operation Sweaters for Veterans Begins Nov. 1 – Grace Funeral & Cremation Services, 1340 S. Alpine Road. Nov. 11, Grace Funeral & Cremation Services will sponsor their annual VFMC Operation Sweaters for Veterans initiative. Now collecting new or gently-used sweaters and gloves to be delivered to VA hospitals, VA homes and veterans service organizations. Info: 815-395-0559.

Registration for Fall/Winter Youth Basketball – Rockford Park District at West Middle School. Dates: Nov. 17, 2012-Feb. 2, 2013. Grades pre-K thru 4. Registration fee is $50 residents, $65 non-resident. Registration closes Nov. 10. Info: 815-987-962-7469 or online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/programbrochures.

Registration for RiverHawks Baseball Clinic – Wallbangers Academy, 1110 Windsor Road, Loves Park. Date: Nov. 23. First session, 6-9 a.m. for 7-13-year-olds; second session, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., for 14-18-year-olds. Cost: $50, can be paid day of the clinic. Info: 815-980-6219.

Volleyball Open Gym at Indoor Sports Center – 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. thru Dec. 14 and resuming Jan. 4-May 17, 2013. Ages 18 and older. Fee: $5 per visit, $6 non-resident. Open to groups and/or individuals of all skill levels and abilities; four courts available. Info: 815-885-1185.

Snow Sculpting Artist Applications Available – Competition dates: Jan. 16-19, 2013 at Sinnissippi Park. Applications for adult division at www.snowsculpting.org. Unable to download an application? Contact John Beck at 815-987-1636 by deadline, Nov. 5, or e-mail at johnbeck@rockforparkdistrict.org.

Registration for “Magnificent Mile Chicago Bus Trip” – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard Ave., Freeport. Date: Dec. 1. Explore shops along Michigan Avenue, or go to the loop and visit the German Market. Luxury coach leaves Freeport Park District parking lot at 9 a.m., returns approx. 9 p.m. Fees: $26, Park District residents, $30 non-residents. Register by Nov. 2 at Park District office, or charge by phone at 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or register online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Harlem Globe Trotters 2013 “You Write the Rules” Tour – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. Date: Jan. 6, 2 p.m. Special fan participation: For the first time ever, fans will decide the rules for the game. Go online to harlemglobetrotters.com to vote for which ground-breaking rule you want to see implemented. Tickets, $18, at harlemglobetrotters.com or thebmoharrisbankcenter.com, at the BMO Harris Bank Center box office or by phone, 815-968-5222.

Early Voting at Board of Election Office for City of Rockford Voters – 301 S. Sixth St., Oct. 22-Nov. 3. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m-6 p.m., Sat., Oct. 27; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sun., Oct. 28; 9 a.m.-noon, Sat., Nov. 3. Early voting also available 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri., Oct. 22-Nov. 2 at Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road and Riverfront Museum Center, 711 N. Main St. Voting by mail may still be requested at 815-987-5750.

Wednesday, Oct. 24

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

Veterans Ride Free on RMTD – In cooperation with 2012 Top of Illinois Stand Down for Veterans. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free ride for any veteran with appropriate ID.

Stand Down for Veterans – Verdi Club, 782 N. Madison St. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Various community organizations will offer services such as medical treatment, employment consultation, Vet Center/VA help, clothing distribution, haircuts. Info: 815-987-7433.

All-Majors Job Fair – Northern Illinois University, DeKalb. Info: http://www.experience.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=5782.

Friends of Estelle M. Black Library Used Book Sale – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Prices: $1 for hardcover books, 50 cents, softcover books.

Safari Sprouts – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. 10:15-11:15 a.m. Ages 3-5. Admission $6, adults, $5 kids and seniors. Info: 815-895-9777.

Tinker Swiss Cottage featured on SyFy’s Ghost Hunters – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Public viewing of episode. Guests John Borowski, Chicago filmmaker, and Jeff Mudgett, author and great-great-grandson of Herman Mudgett, (aka H.H. Holmes) serial killer who was in the book The Devil in the White City. Episode airs at 8 p.m. Info: 815-964-2424.

FAFSA Meeting (in Spanish) – Rockford Public School District 205, Administration Building, , 3rd Floor, 501 Seventh St. 6-8 p.m. Info on different types of financial aid available.

“Do You Want a Tax-Free Retirement?” – Rock Valley College, Community Education, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $30. Info: 815-921-3900.

Registration for Free EKG Screens for High School Students – Belvidere Medical Center. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 6 p.m. Register at 779-696-2894 or asammons@swedishamerican.org.

Amazing Magnetism – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 9:30-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. For homeschooled children age 7 and older. Cost: $13 public, $11 members. Pre-registration required. Info: 815-963-6769.

Seedy Science Class – Discovery Center, 711 N. Main St. For home-schooled children age 7 and up. Offered at 9:30-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Cost: $13 for public, $11 members. Payment must accompany registration; register by 5 p.m., Friday of the week before class. Info: 815-963-6769.

Career Workshop: “How to Earn a Pay Check – Overcoming Employment Barriers” – Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center, 4151 Samuel-son Road. Adult session, 9-11:30 a.m., youth session, noon-2:45 p.m. Hosted by Disability Action Coalition. Info: http://www.aapd.com.

Prana Flow Yoga – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. 4:15-5:15 p.m. Pre-Register. Info: 815-3898-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Planning for Retirement and Beyond – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:30 p.m. With Dr. Shanti Hulsebus. Regular fee: $13/class, members $12/class. Women and men, ages 14 to adult. Bring a yoga mag or rug and blanket. Info: 815-877-0118.

34th District Senate Debate: Steve Stadelman (D) and Frank Gambino (R) – Rockford College, Fisher Memorial Chapel, 5050 E. State St. 7-8 p.m. Moderated by Prof. and Chair of the Department of Political Science Jules Gleicher. Free and open to the public.

“Top 4 Issues” – Stephenson County Town Hall Meeting, Freeport Public Library., 100 E. Douglas St. 6-8 p.m. Major topics: Public funding non-government organizations; saving to pay off debt; communication process; tax levels. Info: 815-233-3000.

Gluten Free Seminar feat. Melanie’s Country Confections – Circle of Wellness, 101 N. Alpine Road. 6:30 p.m. Register at 779-423-1700.

Holistic Moms Network Meeting – JustGoods Fair Trade, 201 Seventh St. 7 p.m. How to take good photographs of children, tips on cropping composition, lighting, etc. Free. Info: rockfordholisticmoms@yahoo.com.

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.

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. Pre-school aged children. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Rockton Farmers Market – Rockton United Methodist Church, 102 W. Chapel St. 4-7 p.m. Final Market of the Season.

Rockford Ministers Fellowship – St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, 2919 19th St., Rockford. 7 p.m. thru Oct. 26. Dr. Tellis Chapman, speaker.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 3-7. Info: 815-965-7606.

LOL (Library Out Loud) Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room,1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Texting with reading, learning, discovering and crafts. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Gaming Tournament– Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Test your gaming skills. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Symphony Orchestra: “Beer Nuts” – Pig Minds Brewing Co., 4080 Steele Drive, Machesney Park. Kick off Nutcracker season. Try out the special “Nutcracker Brew” being premiered and served by three of Rockford’s finest performing artists. Mingle with cast members and musicians and enter to win exciting door prizes. Tips will support the Nutcracker production Dec. 1-2 at Coronado Performing Arts Center. No reservations required.

Rockford Chamber of Commerce “20 People You Should Know!” Reception – Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets: $40/person, includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Register at rockfordchamber.com to pay by credit card.

Franken Dolls and Toys – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Joint Replacement Surgery: Ask the Experts – SwedishAmerican Hospital, First Floor Conference Room,1401 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Come early, after 5 p.m., and browse the healthcare exhibits.To reserve a space, call 815-968-2500.

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

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Mah Jong Group – Womanspace, New Dimensions Studio, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6:30-9 p.m. Women ages 21 and up. Great for beginners or non-serious players; mostly for fun and socializing. Regular fee, $5, members, $3. Info: 815-877-0118.

Job Seeker Group – Rasmussen College, Rockford. 7-7:45 p.m.

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

Deadline to register for YWCA Wine, Women & Purses – Mauh-Nah-Tee-Country Club, 5151 Guilford Road. Date: Nov 2, 6-9 p.m. Tickets: $50 public, $45 YWCA members; 6 tickets for $250. Info: 815-968-9681.

Thursday, Oct. 25

Free Flu Shot Clinics – Rock River Valley Pantry, 421 S. Rockton Ave.; Shelter Care Ministries, 412 N. Church St.; Morning Star Baptist Church, 714 Third Ave.; St. Paul Church of God in Christ, 1001 Bishop Washington Ave. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For adults age 18 and older who have no health insurance, are unemployed or otherwise cannot afford a flu shot. Info: 815-720-4217.

Fall Forum Series: “Crazy” – Rockford College, Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. 7 p.m. With author Pete Earley. Free, but tickets required. Info: 815-226-4100.

Friends of Estelle M. Black Library Used Book Sale – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices: $1 for hardcover books, 50 cents, softcover books.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Oct. 18, 25. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Regular fee: $48 or $13/class. Members’ fee: $40 or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Dress comfortably and bring a sticky mat. Info: 815-877-0118.

I Love My Farm! – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 12-12:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace, Library, 3333 Maria Linden Driv e. Sept. 27, 9:30-10:45 a.m. With Una Ryan. Fee: $13/class, members, $12/class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Website Workshop – Heritage Center, 106 S. Broad St., Lanark. 10 a.m.-noon. Sponsored by Blackhawk Hills Regional Council. Open to public; free. Register at 815-625-3854 or melanie.flesch@blackhawkhills.com.

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. Info: 815-965-7606.

Monsters at the Library – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 12-1p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Board of Trustees Finance Committee of Community College District 511 – Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, Room 141, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 1 p.m.

Greater Rockford Airport Authority Board of Commissioners meeting – Airport Administration Building auditorium, 60 Airport Drive, Rockford. 5:30 p.m.

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 or make crafty surprises. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting – Central Office, 223 S. Winnebago St. 5 p.m.

Franken Dolls and Toys – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. 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.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Game Changer: Title XI’s 40th Anniversary Panel Discussion – Rockford College, Grace Roper Lounge, 5050 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Sponsored by American Association of University Women of Greater Rockford. Athletic directors, coaches and P.E. teachers. Emily Tropp moderates. Free.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Children under 2. Info: 815-965-7606.

Paranormal Tour – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 7-10 p.m. Advance tickets, $20/person, $15 members, $25 at the door. Info: 815-964-2424.

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

Fighting Gangs and Neighborhood Outreach – Centennial United Methodist Church, 1503 Broadway, 7 p.m. Representative from Rockford Police Department’s Anti-Gang Task Force will speak about efforts to counteract the increase in crime. Free and open to the public. Hosted by Rockford Urban Ministries.

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

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.

Self-Defense for Women & Girls – Womanspace Library & Anjali Pavilion, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Oct. 25, Nov. 1. 5:30-7 p.m. Ages 9 and up. Regular fee: $75 members, $60 members. Limited scholarships available. Info: 815-877-0118.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Judson University’s School of Leadership and Business Open House – Rockford Campus, 1055 Featherstone Road #A. 5-7 p.m. To reserve, call 815-399-3500.

Christmas Walk Meeting – Rockton Chamber of Commerce, 330 E. Main St. 5-7 p.m. Info: 815-624-7625.

Small Business Website Creation (4-week class) – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 16 and older. Start and finish your website in four 2-hour classes. Must have an existing e-mail address and use the Internet on a daily basis. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Ministers Fellowship – St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, 2919 19th St., Rockford. 7 p.m. thru Oct. 26. Dr. Tellis Chapman, speaker.

Halloween Visor Mask Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 6-8 p.m. With purchase of visor while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

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, Oct. 26

Allstar24Sports Allstar Weekend feat. Ahman Green – Clock Tower Resort, 7801 E. State St. Guests can meet Ahman Green, take part in a silent auction incl. sports collectibles, IceHogs tickets, Magic Waters and season golf passes. Info: www.Allstar24Sports.com.

Zumba Fitness Program – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. 9-10 a.m. Every Mon. and Fri. morning. $5 per session. No pre-registration. Pay as you go. First class FREE. Info: 815-398-8864.

Home School Morning – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 10 a.m. Welty Environmental Center will present an Insect Detective program for children ages 6 and up. Ages 3-5 will have insect story time. Register in advance at www.cherrryvalley.lib.il.us or call 815-332-5161.

Drop-In Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Girls, Let’s e-Read – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Body Art Event & Clay Pot Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 6-8 p.m. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Group Hope Depression Bipolar Meetings – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Every Friday. Info: 815-398-9628.

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.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Halloween Party w/Costume contest ($500 in prizes) – Rock ‘N’ Country Sports Bar, 640 S. Seventh St., Rochelle.

“Night Sounds” – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 7-9 p.m. Co-hosted with Native American Awareness Committee and Rockford Dance Company. Music, stories, performance. Trick or treat through all 4 levels of the museum; observe a live tarantula; see snakes, skulls of mammals, Native American demonstrations and storytelling. Check out dinosaur bones. Admission: $2 per person members, $5 non-members, ages 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-965-3433.

Rockford Ministers Fellowship – St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, 2919 19th St., Rockford. 7 p.m. thru Oct. 26. Dr. Tellis Chapman, speaker.

Screamatorium – Arte Verde Garden Center, 15630 IL Route 76, Poplar Grove. 7-11 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Fear Asylum – Belvidere Park District (William Grady Pool), 916 W. Lilncoln Ave., Belvidere. 7-11 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Comedy: Ron White – Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. 8 p.m. Cost: $43.25-182.25 (VIP). Info/Tickets: 815-968-0595.

Comedy Night – Franchesco’s, 7128 Spring Creek Road. 9 p.m. Info: 815-229-0800.

Saturday, Oct. 27

New Milford Fall Festival – New Milford Commons. 9 a.m.-evening. Businesses open their storefronts. Entertainment, vendors, flea market.

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Open House – Main campus, 5658 E. StateSt. and Guilford Square campus, 698 Featherstone Road. 9 a.,m.-noon. Prospective students can tour the classrooms, laboratories, library and student areas.

Allstar24Sports Allstar Weekend feat. Ahman Green – Forest Hills Diamonds, 7742 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. Allstar Classic Softball Tournament. Guests can meet Ahman Green. Rockford Rescue Mission is one of two charities to benefit. Info: www.Allstar24Sports.com.

Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games – Harlem High School, 1 Husky Circle, Machesney Park. Volleyball competition, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games – Equestrian Competition at BraveHearts. Bergmann Centre. Poplar Grove. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Rummage, Craft and Bake Sale – Christian Life Retirement Center, 250 Bienterra Trail, Rockford. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fresh baked cinnamon roll and coffee for $1.50.

Locktoberfest: Costume Party Days – Lockwood Park, 5201 Safford Road.10 a.m.-4 p.m. Family Scavenger Hunt, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Trail rides Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Pumpkin-themed games and activities. Info: 815-987-8800.

Annual Pumpkin Fest Historic Homes Tour – Sycamore History Museum, 1730 N. Main St., Sycamore. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 815-895-5762.

Food Preservation Workshop – Illinois Renewable Energy Association, 1230 E. Honey Creek Road, Oregon. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $10 IREA members, $30 non-members. Lunch will be provided. Register by Oct. 24. Info: 815-732-7332.

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

Ikebana & Chanoyu – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Traditional Japanese Flower Arranging and Tea Ceremony Demonstrations. Cost: $10 Garden members, $15 non-members. Reservations required. Info: 815-316-3306.

Halloween Parade – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Complete with face painting Ages 3 and up. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Tracks & Treats – East Troy Electric Railroad, 20 min. from Lake Geneva. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tracks & treats included in daily unlimited ride fare: $12.50 adults, $10.50 seniors; $8 children age 3-11; under 3, free.

Duck Tape Pail or Tote Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. With purchase of pail or tote while supplies last. Ages 3 and older. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Day of the Dead Ofrenda Workshop: The construction of a public Ofrenda in the Barn – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 1 p.m. $5 per person, $2 for members. Info: 815-964-2424.

Memory Wire Necklace Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 3-5 p.m. With purchase of pendant supplies last. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

“Spinal Screening Frenzy” – 1st Step Chiropractic, 4519 Highcrest Road. Free spinal screening in conjunction with Chiropractic Awareness Month. Make appointments for 10 –11 a.m. Info: 815-398-4500.

Food Preservation Workshop – Illinois Renewable Energy Association, 1230 E. Honey Creek Road, Oregon. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $10 IREA members, $30 non-members. Register by Oct. 24. Info: 815-732-7332.

Pumpkin Pie! A Family Program – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pre-register. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Festival of Fantasy – Edgebrook Shopping Center, 1601 N. Alpine Road. 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Performance by children’s songwriter Jeanie B. Parade at noon, costume contest, 12:30 p.m. New: Haunted History Division in which contestants can portray someone from history. Owl exhibition on display. Healthy snacks from Bookworm Cafe. Registration is required, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-226-0212.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Friendship Bracelet Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 1-3 p.m. While supplies last. Ages 14 and up. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Saturday Spectacular: Gasps and Giggles: Halloween Stories – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

9-Pin Bowling Tournament Benefit – Park Lanes, 5318 N. Second St., Loves Park. Begins 12:30 p.m. Organized by Para-Transit driver Dominic Eterno. Cost: $15 per bowler for two games of bowling, shoes and ball. Spectators, free. Door prizes, raffles, desserts. People are invited to come in costume.

Lecture Series in Memory of Steve Ellis: “Lemurs of Madagascar: Why Are They Unique? Why Should We Care?” – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Maian St. 2-3 p.m. Speaker: Abigail Ross. Info: 815-965-3433.

Scary Tales – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Spooky stories, create a creepy craft, watch a short movie. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Missionary Program – St. John’s United Church of Christ, 401 N. Main St., Belvidere. 5 p.m. Guest: Darshan Ambalavanar from the American Ceylon Mission. Free: Info: 815-544-3773.

Court Street United Methodist Church Fall Festival – 215 N. Court St. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Carnival games, puppets, potato carving, balloons and magic by Brett Melleque. Baked potatoes with your choice of toppings. Costumes optional. Public is invited. Free-will donations appreciated.

“Trick or Treat at the Museum” – Stephenson County Museum, 1440 S. Carroll Ave., Freeport. 5-7 p.m. Free hot apple cider and popcorn, free sandwiches from Jimmy John’s. Pop and water for sale. Admission free to children 12 years and younger in costume if accompanied by a paying adult. Admission fee of $1 for all adults and any child not in costume. Info: 815-232-8419.

“Spooky Science” – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 6-9 p.m. Come in costume. Make real slime, play with black light, meet famous “dead” scientists and see “Dead Science Demonstrations”; make spooky art. Admission: $8/person, general public; $3/person, members. Info: 815-963-6769.

Haunted Rockford Bus Tour – Meet at Main Library, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-9 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Load a bus to visit some local legendary sites. Cost: $15 per person, must be paid in advance either on the website: www.hauntedrockford.com or by contacting Kathi at 815-871-4239. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Easter Seals Autism Therapeutic School – Park Lanes Bowl, 5318 N. Second St., Loves Park. 7 p.m. Cost: $15/person; $30/couple. Includes 3 games and rental shoes. Adults only. 50/50 raffle, costume contest, prizes. Info: 815-965-6745.

CANCELED: Pig & Pie in the Park – Read Park, Freeport. Noon-7 p.m. Was rescheduled from an earlier date. Info: 815-238-5141.

“Religious Obstacles to Democratization in the Middle East: Past and Present” – Beloit College, Center for the Sciences, atrium. 7 p.m. Speaker: Upton Scholar and Duke University Professor Timur Kuran. Free and open to the public. Info: www.beloit.edu/upton.

Paranormal Investigation at Veterans Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 7-10 p.m. Join a paranormal investigation team, Ghosthead Soup. Bring your own equipment or use theirs. Cost: $25 advance, $30 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Paranormal Evening at Lucerne’s Restaurant – 845 N. Church St. 8:30-10 p.m. Hear about the history of the building and get spirit communicator Mark Dorsett’s psychic impressions. Cost: $20 advance, $25 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Adult Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice Office, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.

Public Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Info: 815-963-7465.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Coronado Spirited Ghost Tour – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. Hosted by Land of Lincoln Theatre Organ Society. Cost: $10 per person. Info: 815-968-0595.

Screamatorium – Arte Verde Garden Center, 15630 IL Route 76, Poplar Grove. 7-11 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Fear Asylum – Belvidere Park District (William Grady Pool), 916 W. Lilncoln Ave., Belvidere. 7-11 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Sunday, Oct. 28

Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games – Harlem High School, 1 Husky Circle, Machesney Park. Volleyball competition, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Special Olympics Illinois Fall Games – Equestrian Competition at BraveHearts. Bergmann Cente. Poplar Grove. 8:30 a.m.-noon.

Missionary Program – St. John’s United Church of Christ, 401 N. Main St., Belvidere. 10:30 a.m. Guest: Darshan Ambalavanar from the American Ceylon Mission. Free: Info: 815-544-3773.

Ikebana & Chanoyu – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Traditional Japanese Flower Arranging and Tea Ceremony Demonstrations. Cost: $10 Garden members, $15 non-members. Reservations required. Info: 815-316-3306.

Halloween on the Prairie – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Noon-4 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Haunted hay rides, face painting, snake wrangler, egg hunt, games and more. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lecture Series in Memory of Steve Ellis: Lemurs of Madagascar: Why Are They Unique? Why Should We Care? – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 2 p.m. Presented by Abigail Ross. Free.

Spooky World – Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Noon-5 p.m. Explore the spooky lighted Playworld, make a Halloween craft, kids’ activities. Admission: Ages 3-12, $5; ages 1-2, $2 (no discount coupons accepted).

Boo Bash – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. 2-4 p.m. Skate in haunted rink to live DJ music, take a free skating lesson. Admission: $5 per person incl. skate rental; ages 2 and younger, free (no discount coupons accepted). Special Skate and Play offer: Attend both events for $7 per person combined admission. Info: 815-969-4069.

Fabric Covered Wood Bead Bracelet Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 1-3 p.m. With purchase of bandana while supplies last. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Rockford Wedding Professionals Bridal Show of Shows – IBEW Banquet Hall, 6820 Mill Road. 1-4 p.m. Visit with local Rockford area companies, register for prizes. To enter wedding contest, possible brides can click on http://bit.ly/SghLtm and enter. Try food samples, view the gorgeous venue.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Rockford IceHogs vs. San Antonio Rampage – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 5:05 p.m. Tickets: $7-$27. Season & group tickets available. Season tickets/Info: 815-847-6399. Individual game tickets: 815-968-5222.

Zazen (with Zen Master Meido Moore Roshi) – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:45 p.m.Info: 815-985-7283.

Screamatorium – Arte Verde Garden Center, 15630 IL Route 76, Poplar Grove. 7-10 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Fear Asylum – Belvidere Park District (William Grady Pool), 916 W. Lilncoln Ave., Belvidere. 7-10 p.m. Parental guidance recommended for ages 13 and younger. Info: 815-965-6772.

Monday, Oct. 29

Volunteer Literacy Tutor Workshop – Ida Public Library, 320 N. State St., Belvidere. 9 a.m-4 p.m. Free. Check for class time. Info: 815-544-3838.

Seniors Use Your Email (3-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. For people familiar with the use of a mouse and have an email account. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Photo Preservation (2-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Bring your laptop, an external hard drive and your cords. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Microsoft Word 2010 (four-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with computers and Internet. Info: 815-965-7606.

LOL (Library Out Loud) Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 6-12. Texting with reading, learning, discovering and crafts. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Franken Dolls and Toys – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

DNR Hunter Education Class – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 6-9 p.m. Register at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Supper and Film: Albert Nobbs (R) – Womanspace, Media Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-9 p.m. Glenn Close stars as a woman who poses as a man (Nobbs) in order to work and survive in 19th-century Ireland. Regular fee: $12, members, $20. Info: 815-877-0118.

Hire Me (four-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Prerequisites: Proficient familiarity with the mouse and Internet and an e-mail address. Info: 815-965-7606.

Free Pool – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. 9 p.m. Info: 815-877-8007.

Tuesday, Oct. 30

“Get on Board,” a Business Exchange for the Construction Industry – Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 8 a.m.-noon. Registration free, but space limited. Register at: www.rockvalleycollege.edu/ptac by Oct. 29. Info: 815-961-2227.

Computer Classes – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. Various classes offered Sept. 18-Dec. 20. Info: 815-398-8864 or kenrock.org.

Being Latino in Rockford: Listening to Experiences – Rock Valley College, Student Center Atrium, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 12-1 p.m. Panel discussion. Free. Info: 815-921-4277.

What Makes a Tinker? – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. Info: 815-964-2424.

Senior Photo Preservation Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Bring pictures you would like to digitize, your laptop, an external hard drive and your cords. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Computer Learning (six sessions) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Learn basic computer terminology, parts, how to use a mouse. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Area Illini Club 50th Anniversary Dinner – Franchesco’s Ristorante, 7128 SpDate: Oct. 30. Social hour 5:30, dinner 6:30, program 7:15, silent auction 5:30-7:15. Featured speaker Loren Taylor, pres. of U of I Alumni Association. Music by Harlan Jefferson, 6-7 p.m. Cost: $50. Reserve by Oct. 23. Checks payable to RAIC, Connie Gritton Winter, 14392 W. Blair Rd., Winslow, IL 60189 or www.rockfordillini.com.

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

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

“Utilizing Dried Flowers From Your Garden” – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. 6-7 p.m. Cost: $20. Register at 815-732-2191 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo/.

Reflexology & Kids – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 7-8:30 p.m. Women and men, age 18 and up. Regular fee, $20, members fee, $15. Info: 815-877-0118.

Rockford Public School District 205 Board Meeting – Administration Building, 501 Seventh St., 3rd Floor. 7 p.m.

Coronado Spirited Ghost Tour – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. Hosted by Land of Lincoln Theatre Organ Society. Cost: $10 per person. Info: 815-968-0595.

Learn to Skate Lessons – Rockford Park District. Register online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now), by mail, fax, or at CusLithographs Customer Service locations in downtown Rockford or Carlson Ice Arena, Riverside and Perryville, Loves Park. Info: 815-987-8800.

Multi-media program: “Community and Religion: The Spectacle of the Ancient Greek Religious Procession” – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Archaeological Institute of America. Guest speaker: Professor Laura Gawlinski, Loyola University, Chicago. Free. Info: www.rockfordaia.org.

Comedy Night: – The District Bar & Grill, 205 W. State St. 8 p.m. Info: 815-977-4524.

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

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From the Oct. 24-30, 2012, issue