Community Calendar: Week of Nov. 21-27, 2012

Winter Attractions

Winter Wonderland – Davis Park, 320 S. Wyman St. Features all-weather outdoor skating rink, benches, evergreen trees, thousands of lights, concession stand, heated tent. Free admission, $3 skate rental. Open Nov. 23-Jan. 13, 2013. Hours: 6-8 p.m., Fri. and Sat.; 3-5 p.m., Sun. Special holiday break hours: 4-8 p.m., Mon.-Fri., Dec. 26-Jan. 4, 2013. Rink closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day.

Fall Attractions

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.

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. (Now closed for season.) 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: Set Sail on the Mayflower, Nov. 13-17; Jingle All the Way, Dec. 4-8. New: Carbon Playground. 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. 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. Mon. & Wed. Adult Zumba, 8-9 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.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-8200 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

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

Money Smart Week Seeks More Partners – Whitehead Realtors Building, 839 N. Perryville Road. 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 Trip to Mall of America – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Nov. 30-Dec. 2 or Dec. 8-10. Fee: $395/room. All ages. Transportation and lodging included. Register by Nov. 16 or 23. Info: 815-234-8535.

Registration for Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates Nov. 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 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 “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 Tai Chi – Freeport Park District, Krape Park Community building, 1122 S. Burchard. Sessions held Monday, 8-8:15 p.m., Dec. 17, ($5 res/$6 non-res); 8-8:15 p.m. Tuesdays, 9-10:15 a.m., Dec. 4-18, ($15 res/$18 non-res); Thursdays, 9-10:15 a.m., Dec. 13-27, ($15 res/$18 non-res). No classes Nov. 22. Register by Nov. 30. Info: 815-235-6114, ext. 109.

The Literacy Council Needs Volunteers – Free Workshop Series scheduled throughout the year. Info: 815-963-READ or www.theliteracycouncil.org.

Registration for Holiday Grief Support Groups – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. Date: Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-noon. Free, but advance registration appreciated. Info: 608-363-7421.

Registration for “Managing Diabetes Through the Holidays” – University of Illinois Extension Ogle Country, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Dec. 6, 1:30 p.m. Cost: $5/person. Register by Dec. 5. Info: 815-732-2191.

Registration for Live Gallery Reading with Mark Dorsett – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. Date: Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m. Join spirit communicator Mark Dorsett as he provides messages from loved ones to provide healing. Cost: $20/person advance or $25 at the event, Info: www.hauntedrockford.com.

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 Leadership Cafe Discussion: “How do you market your impact and results vs. your programs and services?” – Rockford College, Burpee Center, 5050 E. State St. Date: Nov. 28, noon-1 p.m. Free for NICNE members, $15 for non-members. RSVP five days in advance. Info: 815-394-4384 or kream@rockford.edu.

Registration for “Glam at the Gardens!” – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Date: Nov. 29, 6-8 p.m. Shop at various vendors. Steve Shannon will entertain you. Cost: $2 or one-non-perishable food item. All proceeds donated to Northern Illinois Food Bank. Info: 815-978-4014.

Registration for Peter Mayer Concert – Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 158 N. Fourth St. Date: Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7. Singer and storyteller. Tickets: $20 advance, $25 at the door. Early ticket purchase suggested; limited seating. Child care for children younger than 6; children younger than 12 admitted free. Info: 815-793-0950, tickets, 815-756-7089.

Registration for “Horticulture for the Holidays” Program – Nicholas Conservatory, 1354 N. Second St. Date: Dec. 1. Presented by University of Illinois Extension. Cost: $25/person, includes take-home project materials and instruction. Register by Nov. 25; space is limited. Info: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw or call 815-986-4357.

Reservations for Breakfast with Tomten – Trinity Lutheran Church, 200 N. First St. Date: Dec. 1, 9-10:30 a.m. Hosted by Swedish Historical Society of Rockford. Singing of Swedish songs and dancing around the Christmas tree. Cost: $6. Jul Marknad (Swedish marketplace), Swedish bakery, food market and kaffe stuga (coffee house), 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meatball luncheon, 11:30 a.m..-1 p.m., $8. Reserve for Breakfast at 815-966-1218. Info on Jul Marknad: 815-399-3737.

Reservations for Katie’s Cup Conversation: Legacies – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Date: Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-noon. Book of daily devotionals. Cost: $5 at the door, book available for purchase at $20. Reserve by Nov. 28. Info: 815-397-5911.

Tryouts for Teams for ”Get Out Alive”
Adventure Reality Show – XSport Fitness, 819 S. State St., Chicago. Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Series to debut on NBC in September 2013.

Registration for Girl Scouts: Scrapbooking Fun – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 1, 1-4 p.m. Meet at Keller Center. Bring some photos from home. Fees: $10/scout. Register by Nov. 28. Info: 815-234-8535.

Reservations for Evergreen Ball XXIV – Rockford Art Museum, 711 N. Main St. Fund-raiser. Date: Dec. 1. Cocktails, 6 p.m. Silent & wine auctions, 6 p.m. Dinner and live auction, 7:30 p.m. Dancing, 6-9 p.m. Dinner by Chef Paul Sletten of Abreo. Live music by Mr. Big Stuff. Tickets: $200/person. Reserve by Nov. 20. Info: 815-968-2787.

Registration for Trip to Chicago Art Institute – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All ages. Meet at Jarrett Center. Fee: $20/person or $30/couple. Register by Nov. 30. Info: 815-234-8535.

Registration for “Is Entrepreneurial Farming for You?” – University of Illinois Extension Boone County Office, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 3, Belvidere. Date: Dec. 3, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $20/ person, includes handouts. Register by Nov. 26. Info: 815-544-3710 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

Registration for Council of Rockford Gardeners Holiday Luncheon – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Dec. 4, 11 a.m. social hour, luncheon, noon, program, 1 p.m. Speaker: Ron Gilbertson on Holiday Arrangements. Vendors available for holiday shopping. Proceeds benefit CRG Scholarship Fund. Cost: Early bird price $30 before Nov. 27; $35 after. Info: 815-877-1045 or jigmag@comcast.net.

Registration for U of I Extension Master Gardener Program – DeKalb County Community Outreach Building, 2500 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb. Dates: Jan. 7-April 1, 2013. In-person training cost: $175, includes Master Gardener manual and materials; online option ($250) also available. To enroll in training, you need to have completed an application and interview by Dec. 13. Info: 815-732-2191.

Reservations for DiscoveryAfter Dark – Ugly Christmas Sweater – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. Date: Dec. 7, 6-10 p.m. Wear your most hideous holiday sweater and compete for prizes. Make ornaments or craft your own cards. Shop for unique gifts and get 20 percent off. Explore the night sky in the planetarium. Cash bar. Admission: $3 members, $7 public. Add to the fun by creating a gingerbread house; supplies provided. Advance registration required. Cost: $10 members, $15 public. Includes Discovery After Dark admission. Register at 815-972-2839 or online at www.discoverycentermuseum.org.

Registration for Open Casting Call for Baking Competition – Kendall College, 900 N. Branch St., Chicago. Date: Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Potential applicants can sign up by visiting http://www.cbs.com/bakingshow.

Registration for Trip to Chicago Science & Industry Museum – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. All ages. Meet at Jarrett Center. Fee: $25/person or $40/couple. Register by Dec. 10. Info: 815-234-8535.

Registration for DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. dates: Dec. 3, 5, 7. 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535.

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 www.harlemglobetrotters.com or www.thebmoharrisbankcenter.com, at the BMO Harris Bank Center box office or by phone, 815-968-5222.

Registration for U of I Extension Master Gardener Training – Two locations: DeKalb or Stockton, or sign up online. Dates: Jan. 7-April 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in DeKalb, cost $175. Jan. 8-March 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Stockton, cost: $140. Fees include the Master Gardener manual. Online training is $250 and begins January 2013. Info: 815-986-4357.

Registration for Chronic Disease Self-Management Program – Crusader Clinic, Board Room, 1200 W. State St. Date: Jan. 9, 1-3:30 p.m. For seniors age 60 and older. Free. In partnership with Lifescape Community Services. Register by Jan. 8. Info: 815-490–1112.

“Share the Love” Canned Food Drive for Meals on Wheels – Lifescape Community Services partners with Napleton Subaru, 449 N. Perryville Road. Dates: Nov. 21-Jan. 2. For every two cans donated, Napleton’s will offer a $5 discount from the service bill. Lifescape is also accepting $5 cash donations.

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.

Rescheduled Event: Allstar24Sports VIP Event with Ahman Green – Forest Hills Diamonds, 7742 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park. New date: Nov. 24. Benefit for Rockford Rescue Mission. Details and ticket info: www.Allstar24Sports.com.

Rock House Kids Christmas Gift Drive Now Under Way – Can you donate $25 toward the purchase of a gift for one child or give a Wal-Mart gift card? Donations may be dropped off at Rock House Kids during office hours, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.Fri. or mailed to: 1325 Seventh St., Rockford, IL 61104. Volunteers will do the shopping and wrapping of gifts. Deadline for donations: Dec. 3. Info: 815-962-5067.

LEGO Month at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St., Rockford. Info: 815-987-8858.

Reservations for Oregon High School Madrigal Dinner – Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, 1834 S IL Route 2, Oregon, Ill. Dates: Dec 7-8, 6 p.m. Dinner and program. Tickets: $15/ person includes dinner and performance. Checks payable to OHS Madrigals. Reserve by calling 815-732-6241, ext. 1205, or e-mail astarkey@ocusd.net.

Registration for Evergreen and Poinsettia Workshop – University of Illinois Extension Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Dec. 12, 5-6:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Register by Dec. 5. Info: 815-732-2191.

Peace Corps Calendar Available – JustGoods, 201 Seventh St. Hours. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $12. Proceeds support development projects at home and abroad. Info: 815-965-8903.

Skyward Promotions Helps Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief: “Jerseys for Jersey” – Drop off any new or gently-used shirt of any kind. Donations will go to New Jersey and surrounding states. Drop off contributions to: Skyward Promotions, 1140 Charles St., Rockford. Info: 815-969-0909.

Visit with Santa Claus at CherryVale Mall – Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. thru Christmas Eve. Visits are free; photo packages available for purchase. Children visiting Santa will receive a free gift. Info: ShopCherryValeMall.com.

Official Drop Zone for Operation Support Our Troops America – Chemtool Incorporated, 801 W. Rockton Road, Rockton, is an official drop zone for supplies to be sent to our troops. OSOT stays in direct contact with the troops overseas and notes the items they request . (See news article for details.) Supplies will be collected to be sent out Nov. 23-25. Info: www.osotamerica.org/get-involved/itemsneeded/.

School Supply Closet Now Open – Trinity United Methodist Church, 910 Second Ave., Sterling. Hours: 2:30-6:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs. Donations accepted for children of low-income families. Open year round.

Open Casting Call for The Next Food Network Star – The Westin Michigan Avenue, 909 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Date: Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Applications accepted in person or by home video. Info: www.FoodNetworkStarCasting.com,

Note: All Rockford Public Library locations will be closed Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Main Library and East Branch will be open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 24.

Wednesday, Nov. 21

Blackhawk Woodcarvers Meeting – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. 9-10a.m. Info: 815-393-4581.

Lunch and Learn: Manage Money During the Holidays – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Road. Noon-1 p.m. Regular fee: $12, members, $10. Bring a sack lunch. Info: 815-877-0118.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Rescue Mission – Rockford Rescue Mission, 715 W. State St. Noon. For people in the Crisis Shelters, Life Recovery Program, and homeless and needy. Donations can be made online at www.rockfordrescuemission.org.

Beginning Computer for the Absolute Beginner – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open House to Introduce da Vinci Si Surgical System – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 5-8 p.m. Celebrating new technology to provide clinical benefits and efficiency in the operating room.

YA Gaming Tournament – Rockford Public Library, Main Library YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Test your gaming skills against other teens in PS3 and Wii games. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

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.

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

Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: Nov. 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.

Microsoft Excel 2010 (two-week class) – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Must attend both weeks. Prerequisite: Must have a good understanding of MS Word, especially copy and paste functions. Info: 815-965-7606.

Family Literacy – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 3128 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 2-12. Interactive play. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford IceHogs vs. Peoria Rivermen – 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 – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 Main St. 8 p.m. Free. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Nov. 22

Thanks and Giving Breakfast –Radisson Hotel & Convention Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. 7-8:15 a.m. Womanspace expresses gratitude to all their supporters over the past 37 years.

Thanksgiving Day Service – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 10 a.m. Parking available. Info: 608-362-4312.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner – New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1201 Twombly Road, DeKalb. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 815-756-7906.

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.

Half-Price Admission at Playworld – Sapora Playworld, Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Info: 815-969-4082.

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.

Free Baking Demonstration – Forest Hills Country Club, 5135 Forest Hills Road. Perfect Pies & Savory Scones, noon. Baking with Yeast & Whole Grains,7 p.m. Each 2-hour demo includes free recipes, coupons, time to “talk baking” with the King Arthur Flour staff, and a chance to win prizes.

Friday, Nov. 23

First Annual City Sidewalks on 7th – Midtown District. Businesses on 7th Street decorate their windows with holiday themes; Santa at Katie’s Cup on 23rd, at JustGoods on 24th. Spoken word artist Christopher Sims performs at Katie’s Cup Saturday.

Holiday Expo – Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 U.S. Hwy. 20 east of Freeport. 8 a.m.-7 a.m. Expo display features a 12-ft. Christmas tree and gift items from more than 80 vendors.

Cut Your Own Christmas Tree – Sand Ridge tree farm, South Daysville Road, owned by Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County. Open Nov. 23-Dec. 23 weekends, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and weekdays, noon-4 p.m.

Holiday Silent Auction – Monroe Arts Center, 1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. Nov. 23-Dec. 14. Opening night, 6-8 p.m. Music and refreshments. Final bids accepted until 7 pm., Dec. 14 prior to beginning of MAC Holiday Concert. Info: 608-325-5700 or 888-596-1249 or www.monroeartscenter.com.

Drop off Items for Operation Support Our Troops America – Chemtool Inc., 801 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. List of items at www.osotamerica.org/get-involved/itemsneeded/.

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.

Christkindlmarkt – Turner Hall of Monroe, 1217 17th Ave., Monroe, Wis. 9 a.m-4 p.m. Christ Child Markets date back to 1434, with many holiday foods and unique wares crafted by artisans. Part of Swiss Heritage Series. Enjoy Swiss baked goods, soups and hot spiced wine. Ratskeller Restaurant open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. both days, also dinner starting at 4:30 p.m. See Samichlaus (Swiss Santa) and his sidekick, Schmutzli. Restored horse sleigh on display for photos.

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.

RiverHawks Baseball Clinic – Wall-bangers Academy, 1110 Windsor Road, Loves Park. 6-9 a.m. for ages 7-13. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for 14-18-year-olds. Cost: $50, can be paid the day of clinic. Info: 815-980-6219.

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

Grand Opening: Winter Wonderland – Davis Park, 318 S. Wyman St. 6 p.m. Outdoor ice skating, evergreen trees, lights. Opening night will feature the new Winter Wonderland Wheel that attendees can spin to win great prizes. Open from Nov. 23-Jan. 13, 2013.

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.

Weird Science – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Science demos and seasonal arts and crafts. Included with Discovery Center admission. Info: 815-963-6769.

Grand Lighted Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting – State Street and Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 5-8 p.m.

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

Saturday, Nov. 24

Drop off Items for Operation Support Our Troops America – Chemtool Inc., 801 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. List of items at www.osotamerica.org/get-involved/itemsneeded/.

BIFF hosts “A Civil War Holiday” – Lincoln-Tallman House, Janesville, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Film: Love & Valor: The Intimate Civil War Letters. Tickets/Info: 608-756-4509.

“It’s ALL In Me!” Inspirational Workshop Women’s Retreat – Freeport Public Library, 100 W. Douglas St. 1-3 p.m. With Dianna Cole, Wisdom And You (WAY) Enterprises. Suggested donation: $10. Info: 815-914-1487 or MsCSOGN@aol.com.

STEM Saturdays: Programming and Robotics II – NIU, Faraday Hall, Room 105, DeKalb. 9 a.m.-noon

STEM Saturdays: Basic Electronics – NIU, Faraday Hall, Room 105, DeKalb. 9 a.m.-noon.

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

Weird Science – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Science demos and seasonal arts and crafts. Included with Discovery Center admission. Info: 815-963-6769.

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

Fund-raiser for Kibble Corner, Winnebago County Animal Services and Good Shepherd Animal Rescue – Pampered Pet Grooming, 1423 N. Main St. Noon-4 p.m. Nutrilife rep will give away dog food. Christmas presents for dogs, giveaways. Info: 815-282-9663.

Rescheduled Event: Allstar24Sports VIP Event with Ahman Green – Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. Benefit for Rockford Rescue Mission. Details and ticket info: www.Allstar24Sports.com.

Open Scrapbook Studio – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 2-5 p .m. Ages 13 and older. Materials available as needed. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Charles Dickens Film Festival – Rockford Public Library Main Library, Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5:30 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Film based on the novel A Tale of Two Cities. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockton Police Commission Meeting – Rockton Municipal Center, 110 E. Main St., Rockton. 5:30 p.m.

Rockford Rampage vs. Chicago Mustangs – Victory Sports Complex, 7003 N. Alpine Road, Loves Park. 7:05 p.m. Tickets: $10 general admission, (Zoo section), $15 Platinum (Behind the Glass), $20 for VIP Skyview seating. Info: info@rockfordrampage.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.

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.

Sunday, Nov. 25

“Gingerbread House” – Discovery Center Museum’s Fall Family Class, 711 N. Main St. 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.

Steve Ellis Lecture Series: “Dinosores – Injury and Behavior in Cretaceous Dinosaurs” – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 2 p.m. Speaker Dr. Joseph Peterson. Free to members. Free with paid admission or $5 lecture only. Info: 815-965-3433.

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

Monday, Nov. 26

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. 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.

Rock River Water Reclamation District Board of Trustees Meeting – 3333 Kishwaukee St. 5:15 p.m.

Hire Me! (A four-week series) – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisites: Proficient familiarity with the mouse and Internet and an e-mail address. Info: 815-965-7606.

Zazen (seated meditation) – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, Integral Therapy Center, Integral Therapy Center, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:45 p.m. Taught by Zen Master Meido Moore Roshi. Info: 815-985-7283.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 27

“Grain Handling Safety Workshop” – University of Illinois Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. 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.

Beginning Microsoft Word (4-week series) – 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 mouse and keyboard. Info: 815-965-7606.

Supper and Film: Salmon Fishing in the Yemen – Womanspace Media Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-9 p.m. Film rated PG-13. Regular fee: $12, members, $10. Info: 815-877-0118.

4th Tuesday Book Group: Radioactive: Marie and Pierre Curie, A Tale of Love and Fallout – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Classroom C, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Public School District No. 205 Board Meeting – Administration Building, 501 Seventh St. 7 p.m.

Half-Price Admission at Playworld – Sapora Playworld, Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Info: 815-969-4082.

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

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 Nov. 21-27, 2012, issue