Community Calendar: Week of Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 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.

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 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. Registration for Drop-In Indoor Softball, Tuesdays, Nov. 6, 2012-March 26, 2013. $5 per visit ($6 non-resident). 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 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.

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.

Registration for RVC Baseball Weekly Catching Academy – Wallbangers Academy, 1110 Windsor Road, Loves Park. Dates: Nov. 6, every Tues. until Dec. 18. Two groups, one at 7 p.m. and one at 8 p.m. Enrollment is limited. Register at 815-921-3280 or www.collegebaseballcamps.com/RVC.

Registration for RVC Baseball Hitting ang Camps – Edge Training Academy inside Fusion Sports Complex, 7135 Clinton Road, Loves Park. Dates: Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16. 10 a.m.-noon. Register/Info: 815-921-3280 or www.collegebaseballcamps.com/RVC.

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 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.

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 6-week Support Group for Individuals with Early-Stage Dementia, Friends and Family Members – Alzheimer’s Association, 1111 S. Alpine Road, Suite 307, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 5 thru Dec. 10. RSVP to Richard Apple, 815-484-1301 or rapple@alz.org as a brief pre-screening is required.

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 Men’s Basketball – Rockford Park District, for adults age 18 and older. Season runs Nov. 6-March 12, 7-10 p.m. at Rolling Green School. Entry fee: $575 per team; first 10 teams to enter will be accepted. Registration on a first-come, first-served basis by team only. Online registration and info at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org or call 815-987-1640. Deadline: Nov. 2.

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 Indoor Softball Leagues – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Eight-game, five-week season runs thru Nov. 28. Adults age 18 and older. Entry fee: $160 per team. Register with payment by Nov. 2 at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org, by mail, fax or at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-1640.

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.

Registration for Free EKG Screens for High School Students – Belvidere Medical Center. Date: Nov. 7. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 6 p.m. Register at 779-696-2894 or asammons@swedishamericaon.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 Lunch and Learn: Myofascial Release – Woman-space, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: Nov. 7, noon-1 p.m. Regular fee, $12, members $10. Bring a sack lunch. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates Nov. 7, 21, Dec, 5, 19. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Regular fee $38 or $13/class. members fee, $40 or $12/class. Women and men ages 14 to adult. Info: 815-877-0118.

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, noon-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 for The Wizard and I: Personal and Spiritual Growth on the Yellow Brick Road – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: Nov. 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Regular fee, $45, members, $40. Explore the characters of Frank Baum’s classic The Wizard of Oz, discover new depths of the story and yourself. Connect with deep resources in your own psyche. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Free Introduction to Massage Therapy Class – Rockford Career College, 1130 S. Alpine Road. Date: Nov. 10, 10-11:30 a.m. Hands-on experience; learn about career opportunities for well-trained massage therapists. Brief orientation to RCC’s Massage Therapy Program. Limited seats available. Call 815-316-7522 or e-mail lcarter@rockfordcareercollege.edu.

Registration for “Know the 10 Signs” – Alzheimer’s Association-Rock River Branch, 93 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon. Date: Nov. 10, 10-11:15 a.m. Cost: $5 per person for materials. Register by Nov. 9; call 800-272-3900.

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.

Buy Tickets for Spaghetti & Meatball Supper – East Gate Christian Center, 1650 S. Armstrong, Freeport. Date: Nov. 10, 5-7 p.m. Spaghetti and meatballs, lettuce salad, garlic bread, coffee, punch, dessert. Tickets: $6 adults, $3 children ages 5-10; under 5, free. At the door or in advance at 815-232-5898. Take-outs will be available.

Reservations for “From Africa to America: An Experience in Culture Through Food” – Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road. Date: Nov. 10, 5:30 p.m. Menu includes fried chicken, turnip and mustard greens, corn bread, seasonal vegetables, and special Southern dessert recipe, a butter roll. Guest speaker: Alene Munyemana, a native of Rwanda. Cost: $35/person; $30 for Midway Village Museum members. Reservations required; call 815-397-9112, ext. 104.

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 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon – Forest Hills Country Club, 5135 Forest Hills Road. Date: Nov. 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $40 or $350 for a table of 10. Register by Nov. 6 at 815-394-3756 or www.afprockford.org .

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, second 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 Crock Pot Meals and Savory Soups Program – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Nov. 14, 11 a.m. Cost: $5/person. Register by Nov. 14. Info: 815-732-2191 or web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

Registration for Thanks and Giving Breakfast – Radisson Hotel and Convention Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: Nov. 15, 7-8:15 a.m. Womanspace thanks those who have supported them over the years. Free registration online or call 815-877-0118.

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.-3 p.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 Family 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: 815-963-6769.

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.

The Literacy Council Needs Volunteers – Free Workshop Series 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.

Community Packing for Operation Christmas Child – Nov. 10, Rockford residents will gather at Temple Baptist Church, 3215 E. State St., to pack shoe boxes of gifts to be sent to needy children around the world this Christmas season. Local effort by K-Love and Temple Baptist. Items will be sent to North Carolina for worldwide distribution. Info: 779-200-2047.

National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child – Drop off boxes of items Nov. 12-19 at Temple Baptist Church, 3215 E. State St. Call for hours. Info: 800-353-5949 or 779-200-2047.

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 Rockford Riveters Tryouts – Churchill Park, 2002 Seventh Ave., Rockford. Date: Nov. 17, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ladies interested in participating in tryouts should bring a photo ID, insurance card (if applicable), workout clothes and $25 tryout fee. No experience necessary; must be at least 18 years old by April 1. Info: 815-297-2797.

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 “Grain Handling Safety Workshop” – University of Illinois Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Nov. 27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Cost: $15/person, $10 for each additional family member. Register by Nov. 16. Info: 815-732-2191 or web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

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 www.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., 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.

Volunteers, Donations Needed for School Supply Closet – Trinity United Methodist Church, 910 Second Ave., Sterling. Opens starting Nov. 1, 2:30-6:30 Tues. and Thurs. Open house Thurs., refreshments and door prizes. Fifty vouchers have been provided to private and public schools in Sterling and Rock Falls. Schools may give vouchers to students who need them.

Wednesday, Oct. 31

Trick or Treat in Rockford – Trick or treat hours are 5:30-7:30 p.m.

“Building Your Global Growth Strategy: Permanent Tax Savings Locally & Overseas” – NIU Rockford campus, 8500 E. State St. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration required in advance. Info: 815-969-4267.

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.

Halloween Adventure: Trick or Treating – Alden Debes Rehabilitation and Health Center, 550 S. Mulford Drive. 3-5 p.m. Cookie decorating, Cake Walk, Mummy Wrap, face painting, Spider Ring Toss, Pumpkin Painting. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free and open to the public. Info: 815-484-1009.

Halloween Adventure: Trick or Treating – Alden Park Strathmoor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 5668 Strathmoor Drive. 3-5 p.m. Free and open to the public. Skeleton Posing, Pumpkin Bowling, Spooky Walk, Slime Craft, Cake Pops, Tattoos, Mystery Boxes and more.Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free and open to the public. Info: 815-229-5200.

Family Discovery Night – Beloit College Center for the Sciences, Beloit College, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 6 p.m., tours and laboratory exhibitions begin. See how the brain works, watch marshmallow animals joust, engage with robots. Open observatory, 6-8 p.m. (weather permitting) when guests will gaze at the stars. Free; no registration required.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Thursday, Nov. 1

Rummage Sale – Temple Beth-El, 1203 Comanche Drive. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tons of clothing, jewelry, bedding, children’s goods, sports equipment, household goods, more.

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.

VOICES Book Nook Fall Used Book Sale – Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1265 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. Store-wide half-price sale! Proceeds support VOICES Domestic Violence Program.

Paralegal Students Stage Mock Trial – Rockford Career College, 1130 S. Alpine Road. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Student Lounge. Pam Gibson, program director for the Paralegal Program, will act as “judge.” Students take on roles of plaintiff and defendant, lawyers and more. Students and faculty make up the jury. Info: 815-967-7321.

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. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

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.

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

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

“Crazy for Ewe” – Sinnissippi Quilters Meeting – Bethesda Covenant Church, 2101 E. State St. 1 and 7 p.m. Wool applique techniques featuring original designs, hand-dyed woods and embellishiing ideas. Visitor fee $5. Info: 815-962-3753.

Teen’Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 4-7 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.

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.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Eas Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. For children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy and social skills. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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, Nov. 2

Rummage Sale – Temple Beth-El, 1203 Comanche Drive. 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Tons of clothing, jewelry, bedding, children’s goods, sports equipment, household goods, more.

Basic Training for Quickbooks 2012 – Country Club of Beloit, 2327 Riverside Drive, Beloit, Wis. 8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. instruction. Cost: $59 due before class begins. Each student will receive a training manual and sample datafile. Light breakfast provided. Call to register: 608-365-2266.

VOICES Book Nook Fall Used Book Sale – Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1265 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Store-wide half-price sale! Proceeds support VOICES Domestic Violence Program.

Muffins in the Mall – Lanark Public Library, 504 W. IL Rt. 64, Lanark, Ill. Tasty treat in the Great Route 64/84 Shop Hop. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Cookbooks also available for purchase. Info: www.bwcvb.com/shophop.

Twice-Sold Tales Open – 1008 S. Broad St., Suite B, Lanark. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

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.

Christmas Bazaar Craft & Bake Sale – St. John’s United Church of Christ, 401 N. Main St., Belvidere. 12-4 p.m. Dolls, cemetery decorations, homemade pies, cookies, more. Raffle tickets $1 each or 6 for $5. Info: 815-544-3773.

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

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

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

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.

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.

YWCA’s Wine, Women & Purses – Mauh-Nah Tee-See Country Club, 5151 Guilford Road. 6-9p.m. Wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, dessert 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.

Dark Stalkers … Total Darkness… One Glowstick – Screamatorium Haunted House, Arte Verde Garden Center, 15630 IL Route 76, Poplar Grove. 7-11 p.m. No one under the age of 13 will be admitted without a parent or guardian. You will be required to sign a waiver before entering this event. Admission: $10/person. Tickets available at box office only. No discounts apply. Info: 815-965-6772 or online at www.trailofscreams.com.

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

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

Open House at Tempo Lounge – Tempo Italian Bistro & Lounge, Clock Tower Resort, 7801 E. State St. 8 p.m.-close. Hosted by Harlan Jefferson. Admission free; complimentary appetizers, 8-9 p.m. Hear vocalist Leon Whittington, poet Shondale Rounds, DJ Neal and more.

Saturday, Nov. 3

Christmas Bazaar Craft & Bake Sale – St. John’s United Church of Christ, 401 N. Main St., Belvidere. 8-3 p.m. Dolls, cemetery decorations, homemade pies, cookies, more. Cafe on Saturday. will serve chili, soup, pie and rolls. Free coffee. Raffle tickets $1 each or 6 for $5. Info: 815-544-3773.

Holiday Craft & Gift Fair – Oregon United Methodist Church, Oregon, Ill. 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.

VOICES Book Nook Fall Used Book Sale – Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1265 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Store-wide half-price sale! Proceeds support VOICES Domestic Violence Program.

“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.

Holiday Gift Sale – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

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

Third Annual /Winter Wonderland – Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $5 per person. Have your picture taken with live reindeer and elves. Info: 815-547-4852.

Winter Coat Drive to Benefit Rockford Rescue Mission – Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall behind CherryVale Mall. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In cooperation with First Northern Credit Union. Bring gently-used or new coats, boots, shoes, socks, sweaters. Area Rockford Lutheran School choirs will perform throughout the day. Also: Cookies by Design, children’s craft table, Spotlight Photo Booth. Miller Eye Center will offer vouchers for FREE eye exams to first100 people who donate. Safety Seat checks.

Twice-Sold Tales Open – 1008 S. Broad St., Suite B, Lanark. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fall Fun Craft/Vendor Show – Founders Elementary School, DeKalb. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

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

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

Saturday Spectacular: Roars of Snores! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Day of the Dead Public Ofrenda Workshop: The Construction of a Public Ofrenda in the Barn – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 1-3 p.m. Cost: $5/person, $2 members. Processional from Tinker to Ethnic Heritage Museum at 4 p.m. Info: 815-964-2424.

“Breaking Through Brick Walls in Irish Research” – Winnebago & Boone Counties Genealogical Society, Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road. 1:30 p.m. Guest: Nancy Thomas. All interested persons welcome. Info: 815-239-1040.

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

Murder Mystery Night – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 6-8:30 p.m. Advance tickets, $20/person, $25 at the door. Info: 8215-964-2424.

Cajun Kickoff – DeKalb High School, DeKalb. 6-9 p.m.

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

Comedy Night – Tempo Lounge, Tempo Italian Bistro & Lounge, Clock Tower Resort, 8 p.m. With Tara Terry, Emmett, Marcos and more. Advance tickets: call 779-537-6564.

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.

Sunday, Nov. 4

42nd Annual Aquin Flea Market & More – Aquin High School, 1419 s. Galena, Freeport. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. First Sunday of each month, October thru May.

Third Annual /Winter Wonderland – Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $5 per person. Have your picture taken with live reindeer and elves. Info: 815-547-4852.

Smashing Pumpkins – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 1-4 p.m. Unwanted pumpkins become parking lot projectiles. Admission: $7 adults, $7 children (ages 2-17); free to Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.

Behind the Scenes Tours – Midway Village & Museum Center, 6799 Guilford Road. 1 p.m. $10/person. Advance registration is required. Call Laura Furman, Curator of Collections, at 815-390-9112, ext. 108 or laura.furman@midwayvillage.com.

Passport to Imagination Stocking Free Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. Noon-1 p.m. Ages 3 and up. While supplies last. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

Passport to Imagination Advent Calendar Free Event – Michaels, 6301 E. State St. and 1017 W. Lane Road, Machesney Park. 1-2 p.m. Info: 815-227-1296, 815-639-1354.

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

Hoo Haven Open House – Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center, 10823 Cleveland Road, Durand, off Route 75, west of Meridian Road. 1-4 p.m. Tours given, baked goods, calendars, woodcarvings, jewelry for sale. Donation of $5 requested. Info: 815-629-2212.

“Poltergeists, Spirits, and the Paranormal – Facts and Fiction” – Woodstock Opera House, 121 VanBuren St., Woodstock. 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker retired police detective Tony Olszewski. Q & A session after presentation. Free and open to the public. Info: 815-338-5300.

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

“Scripture and Sonnet in Song” – Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural St. 3 p.m. Free-will offering for Rock Valley College Music Scholarship. Poems by Worsdworth, Yeats, Shakespeare. First and second parts of the performance feature scripture and other lyrics set to music.

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

Day of the Dead Processional from Tinker to Ethnic Heritage Museum – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 4 p.m. Info: 815-964-2424.

This I Believe About POLITICS – NIU, Sky Room, Holmes Student Center, DeKalb. 8-9 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 5

Trip to Museum of Science and Industry – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 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.

Senior Computer Learning (six sessions) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 1-3 p.m. Ages 55 and older. Beginning computer class. Create an email address. Info: 815-965-7606.

6-week Support Group for Individuals with Early-Stage Dementia, Friends and Family Members – Alzheimer’s Association, 1111 S. Alpine Road, Suite 307, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 5 thru Dec. 10. RSVP to Richard Apple, 815-484-1301 or rapple@alz.org as a brief pre-screening is required.

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.

Workshop: “What Do I Do with This Turkey?” – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 422 W. Pines Road, Oregon. 6 p.m. How to prepare the turkey for Thanksgiving. Cost: $5/person. Info: 815-732-2191.

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.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 6

VOTE! – Vote in the Tuesday, Nov. 6, general election. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Find polling places online at www.voterockford.com or elections.winnebagocountyclerk.com. Info: Rockford Board of Elections, 815-987-5750, or Winnebago County Clerk’s Office, 815-319-4252.

Who Picked This Book? Club – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 20 and older. New group. Info: 815-965-7606.

Northwest Illinois Audubon Society Program on 113th Annual Christmas Bird Count – St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. 7-9 p.m. Keith Blackmore will give a program designed to highlight the history of the Christmas Bird Count. Info: 815-821-1886.

Daytime and Evening Adult Grief Support Groups – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 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.

Republican Election Night Celebration – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Begins at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate with Rockford Tea Partiers and conservatives.

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

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

Photo Preservation – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-6 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Upload your digitized work. Bring at least 10 pictures, laptop, external hard drive and your cords. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Senior Computer Learning (six sessions) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-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.

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

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.

Falling Leaves – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 2-12. Stories about fall. Info: 815-965-7505.

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.

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.

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 2012, issue