Community Calendar: Week of Feb. 20-26, 2013

Winter Attractions

Sledding, Snowshoeing and XX Skiing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Meet at Jarrett Center. All equipment provided or bring your own. Throughout winter. Rentals available during normal hours. Fees: $5/hour for skis and snowshoes. Info: 815-234-8535.

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. New: Carbon Playground. Cost: $12 public, $10 members. Permanent exhibits: STEM, Simple Machines, Figure It Out! Info: 815-963-6769.

Elite Defense Systems Self-
Defense Center – 5695 Strath-moor Drive. Daily classes. Now offering special after-school program for students’ character building using martial arts. Anti-Bullying and Safety Course offered every Monday, Feb. 11-March 4, 6:15-7 p.m. Fee: $39. Info: 815-885-4758.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Special program Feb. 24, 2:30 p.m.: “Who Was St. Patrick?” Open every Sunday. Admission $5 adults, $3 student, $10 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 Rathskeller, 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 – Rockford School of Medicine, 1601 Parkview Ave. Every second and fourth Thursday 6:15-7:30 p.m. 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.

IL-WI Stateline Atheist Society – Our friendly group represents humanists, skeptics, agnostics and atheists – activities and meetings for like-minded individuals. Info: http://statelineatheistsociety.com.

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. Now: 2nd Saturday of each month, Family Days at Klehm. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $10/family. 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.

Natural History Museum – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Prairie Center. All ages; free. Learn all about wetlands, prairies, woodlands. Open every day except holidays. Info: 815-234-8535.

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 Area H.O.U.S.E. – Home schooling support group open to all families in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. All educational and religious philosophies welcome. ClassesTuesdays,10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. www.rockfordareahouse.blogspot.com.

Rockford Park District – Sign up for Pickleball (Jan. 3- March 29) or Golf Indoors (Jan. 3-March 13) at Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. Info: 815-987-1185 for Pickleball or 815-885-1135 for Golf. For adapted equipment and programs for golfers with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.

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.

Wild Westmor Lanes – 2407 N. Central Ave., Rockford. Open bowling daily, $1 draft beers. Info: 815-963-7210.

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 After School Ice Skating Sessions – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St., Rockford. Thursdays thru May 30, 3:30-4:50 p.m. Children in grades Pre-K thru 12. Cost: $3/person includes skate rental; family and friends welcome. Info: 815-969-4069.

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.

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 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 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.

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

Volleyball Open Gym at Indoor Sports Center – 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. Thru May 17. 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.

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

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.

Black History Month Sale & Display – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. Feb. 1-28. Hours, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Civil rights and black memorabilia and posters, political pins, pamphlets, collectibles. Info: 815-964-7111.

Cold Weather Clothing Drive – Benefits students in Rockford Public School District. Items needed: boots, socks, long- and short-sleeved undergarments, hats, gloves, jackets. Drop-off locations/times: Hulsebus Chiropractic, 1877 Daimler Road, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.Fri., 8:30-11 a.m., Sat.; Unitarian Universalist Church, 4848 Turner St., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon, Fri.; Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 102 N. Main St., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Riverside Community Bank, 6855 E. Riverside Blvd., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Court Street United Methodist Church, 215 N. Court St., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Public Sky Viewing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Every Saturday, beginning at dark. See the planets and stars through a telescope. For all ages; free. Call to confirm viewing conditions; closed if cloudy. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 216.

Birthday Parties – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Make crafts, play games, hear stories. Several nature themes to choose from. All ages. Two options include the deluxe ($75) and standard ($45) parties. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 217.

Registration for NIU Spring 2013 Fulll-time Job Fair (Feb. 20) and Educators’ Job Fair (Feb. 25) – First two fairs registration for employers only; employers and students should register for Educators’ Job Fair. Register online at www.experience.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=5787.

Registration for Rockford Park District Indoor Golf Clinics – Indoor Sports Center, Loves Park. Dates: Jan. 14-March 11. The 50-minute group lessons meet Mondays, 12:30-1:20 p.m. or 1:30-2:20 p.m., taught by PGA members and apprentices. Attend all, some or one; each clinic will focus on a specific type of shot or skill. Fees: $20 per clinic ($23 non-resident). Register at least three days prior to each clinic date either online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click Register Now) or by mail, fax (with credit card) or at either Park District Customer Service location. Info: 815-987-8800.

Registration for HMR Program Orientation Seminar – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center conference rooms, 5666 E. State St. Non-surgical, medically-supervised weight loss program. Tuesdays, noon-1 p.m. and Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-227-2274.

Registration for ACT Prep Courses – Dates: March 2, 9, 16, 23. Workshops at Guilford High School, 5620 Spring Creek Road. Time: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Fee will be reimbursed if students complete each workshop. Info: 815-966-3145.

Registration for Investigation of Historic Coronado Theatre – Haunted Rockford Paranormal Events. Date: Feb. 23. Session 1: 6-9 p.m. Session 2: 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. With TnT Paranormal. Bring your own equipment or use theirs. Cost: $25 advance, $30 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Registration for Certified Livestock Manager Training Workshop – Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building, 210 W. Spring St., Freeport. Dates: Feb. 26 and 27. Feb. 26: 9:30 a.m. registration, workshops begin at 9:50 a.m. Paricipants arriving after 10:20 a.m. cannot be certified. Illinois Dept. of Agriculture written exam at 2 p.m. Feb. 27: DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building, 1350 W. Prairie Drive, Sycamore. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., workshop presentations begin 8:50 a.m. Participants arriving after 9:20 a.m. cannot be certified. Illinois Dept. of Agriculture written exam at 1 p.m. Info: 815-758-8194.

Registration for Advanced Balance Class – OSF St. Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Mon.-Wed. classes. Register now for February classes. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month for unlimited number of classes and use the fitness facility. Day pass: $5; monthly pass: $25 (corporate rate and seniors 65 and older); $30 (automatic withdrawal w/credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Info: 815-395-4591.

Registration for Balance Class – OSF St. Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Tues.-Thurs. and Mon.-Wed. classes. Register now for February classes. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month for unlimited number of classes and use the fitness facility. Day pass: $5; monthly pass: $25 (corporate rate and seniors 65 and older); $30 (automatic withdrawal w/credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Info: 815-395-4591.

Registration for Atwood Wanderings – Atwood Environmental Center, 2685 New Milford School Road. Date: Feb. 23. 9 a.m. Youth ages 6-12. Cost: $7/person ($9 non-resident), or participants can bring a sack lunch and save $2 by registering online for same-day morning and afternoon programs. Parents welcome. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Learn to Skate for Adults – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Sessions begin March 16. Cost: $50/session ($55 non-resident). Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Women’s Wellness Hour – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: March 13, April 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Regular fee: $13/class; members’ fee: $12/class. Try core and pelvic floor exercises, yoga, Feldenkrais; for all ages and abilities. Wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Learn to Skate – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Date: March 10 for figure skating. Skates provided. Registration taken until capacity is reached. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Martial Arts – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard. Shaolin Kempo, Little Ninjas, Tae Kwon Do (beg. & Intr) and Tae Kwon Do (Adults). Fees: $50 residents, $55 non-residents. Register by Feb. 22 at 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or visit the Read Park Office at 1122 S. Burchard. Online registration is available at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.

Registration for Roller Skating Lessons – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard. Dates: March 5-26. Ages 5 and older. Free admission to open skate from 6-8 p.m. Fees: $20 resident, $25 non-resident. Register by March 1 at 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or visit the Read Park Office at 1122 S. Burchard. Online registration atwww.freeport.org

Tai Chi Chuan – Freeport Park District, 1122 S. Burchard. Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays at Krape Park Community Building. Register by Feb. 22 at 815-235-6114, ext. 0 or visit the Read Park Office at 1122 S. Burchard. Online registration is at www.freeportparkdistrict.org.

Rock Valley College Dental Clinic seeks patients – RVC’s Stenstrom Center for Career Education, 4151 Samuelson Road. Call 815-921-3235.

Registration for Special Self-Defense Seminar for Females – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Date: Feb. 23, noon-2 p.m. Taught by Matt Numrich of Elite Defense Systems. Learn the 7 self-defense moves every woman should know. Cost: $19. Info: 815-885-4758.

SWCD Annual Tree Sale – Evergreens, shade trees, shrubs. Rain barrels and conservation books are also available. Trees will be available for pick-up in late April. Info: 815-965-2392, ext. 3 or www.winnebagoswcd.org.

Registration for Afterschool Fun on the Farm: Winter Pioneers (Wednesday Series) – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: Feb. 20-May 8, 4:15-5:45 p.m. Help care for livestock, learn pioneer schools and crafts. Note: Runs the same time as the Yoga on the Farm series for adults. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Seed Saving for Small Farms Webinar – University of Illinois Extension, Ogle County Extension Office, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Also Boone County and DeKalb offices. Date: Feb. 21, 1-2 p.m. Free, but pre-registration is required. To register, go to https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=7578 or call 815-732-2191.

Registration for Owl Prowl/Telescope – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 22 Meet at Weiskopf Observatory at 7 p.m. All ages. Free. Pre-register by Feb. 21 at 815-234-8535.

Registration for The Justice Conference – 10714 N. Second St., Machesney Park. Dates: Feb. 22 (6-9 p.m.) and Feb. 23 (8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.).Simulcast to promote dialogue about justice-related issues such as human trafficking, slavery, poverty, HIV/AIDS, human rights. Hosted by GPS Faith Community. Public invited. Cost: $99; register as soon as possible at 779-221-8491 or www.thejusticeconference.com .

Registration for Trip to Milwaukee Public Museum – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 23. Meet at Jarrett Center at 9 a.m.Fees:/$20 person or $30/couple. Does not include museum admission. Pre-register by Feb. 20. Info: 815-234-8535.

Registration for Gardeners Pathway Workshop – Kishwaukee College Conference Center, 21193 Malta Road, Malta. Date: Feb. 23, all day. Choose from a selection of 17 workshops. Presented by U of I Extension DeKalb County Master Gardeners. Fee: $50, includes continental breakfast and garden lunch, welcome bag and select handouts. Also, a wide variety of vendors will be present. Door prizes, silent auction and Master Gardener Q & A. Register by Visa, MasterCard, or Discover at 815-825-2086, ext. 2040 or mail in registration form. See http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo. Deadline: Feb. 18.

Registration for Miss Fox Valley Scholarship Pageant – Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb. Date: Feb. 23, 4 p.m. Four divisions, with the oldest division qualifying for the Miss Illinois Pageant in June. Info: www.egyptiantheatre.org.

Registration for Guest Chef Wine Dinner – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Date: Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m. Terlato wine portfolio tasting, 6:30 p.m. featured dinner prepared by Chef Gale Gand with wines of Chapoutier. Cost: $150/person. Reserve by Feb. 7. Info: 815-316-3306.

Reservations for 13th Annual Island Beach Bash – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Feb. 23, 6 p.m. -midnight. Hosted by Northern Illinois Parrot Head Club. Wear your Hawaiian clothes. Cheeseburgers, chips, adult beverages, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, raffle for prizes. Music by Pirates Over 40. Proceeds go to Northwestern Illinois Special Olympics. Tickets: $15/person advance, $20 at the door. Available at Giovanni’s, Psaltis Chiropractic Clinic, 4202 Maray Drive, and Kobyco Windows & Doors, 4131 N. Perryville, or purchase online: www.islandbeachbash.com.

Registration for Champions Ball – Radisson Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Rockford Public Schools and Rockford Sports Coalition are honoring some individuals and teams to be inducted into the RPS 205 Hall of Fame. Tickets: $50/person or $350 for table of 8. Includes admission to a pre-gala Auburn vs. East basketball game at Rock Valley College and the Ball. Info: 815-489-7264, ext. 16362.

Registration for Mini Golf – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Putter around the 9-hole course through library stacks. Cost: $5/person (children ages 5 and younger free with paying adult). Reserve at 815-332-5161.

Registration for Cross Country Skiing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 24, 1-5 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All equipment provided. For all scouts. Cost: $5/scout. Register by Feb. 21. Info: 815-234-8535.

Registration for Virtual Program on El Camino Real – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Feb. 24, 2 p.m. Grab your virtual Corvette and wander along the stunning California coastline through redwood forests, by 18th-century Spanish missions established by the Jesuits. Your guide is Library Director Eve Kirk. Reserve your seat at 815-332-5161. Free.

Registration for Supper and Film: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel – Womanspace Media Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: Feb. 25, 6-9 p.m. Regular fee : $12, members’ fee, $10. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Boy Scout badge-Forestry – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 26, 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. For ages 10 and up. Fees: $9/scout. Register by Feb. 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Sound Healing for Relaxation with Singing Bowls –Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: Feb. 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Regular fee, $20, members’ fee, $15. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Certified Livestock Manager Training Workshops – Feb. 26: Freeport Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building, 210 W. Spring St. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. Presentations begin at 9:50 a.m. Participants arriving after 10:20 a.m. cannot be certified for attending the workshop. Written exam at 2 p.m. Info: 815-235-4125. Feb. 27: Sycamore. DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building, 1350 W. Prairie Dr. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Presentations begin at 8: 50 a.m. Participants arriving after 9:20 a.m. cannot be certified for attending the workshop. Written exam at 1 p.m. Info: http://web.extension.illion.edu/bdo/indus.html .

Registration for Leadership Café: “Is an endowment a key to your organization’s long-term success?” – Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) at Rockford College, Burpee Center, 5050 E. State St. Date: Feb. 27, noon-1 p.m. Free for NICNE members, $15 for non-members. Info: 815-394-4384.

Registration for Workshop: “Sustain-ability: Planning a Successful Future for Your Nonprofit” – United Way McHenry County Volunteer Center, 4508 Prime Parkway, McHenry. Date: March 1. Info: www.volunteermchenrycounty.org

Order Tickets for Mother & Son Night Out “Gutter Ball” Bowling – Spare Time Lanes, 141 Railroad St., Lena.Date: March 1, 7 p.m. $5 per person, boys K-5th grade and moms any age. Hosted by Lena Community Park District. Must purchase tickets at Spare Time Lanes. Limited number available.

Order Tickets for Easter Seals Rockford Zumbathon – Machesney Park Elementary School, 8615 N. Second St., Machesney Park. Date: Friday, March 1, 6-8 p.m. Tickets: $10 advance, $15 at the door. Benefit for Easter Seals Autism Therapeutic School, Rockford. Info: 815-965-6745.

Mark the Date for 33rd Annual Rockford Home Show – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Dates: March 1, 2, 3. Admission: $6 adults, discount coupons at area McDonald’s. Children younger than 12, free.

Registration for Second Annual Great Upland Cancer Shootout – Blonhaven Hunt Club, Orfordville, Wis. Date: March 2. European Pheasant Hunt and Field Pheasant Hunt, lunch catered by Knute’s Bar & Grill. To sign up: 608-290-8614, 608-879-3811 or online at john.mathews@blonhavenhunt-club.com. Fundraiser at American Legion Post 209 follows. Fundraiser and banquet open to everyone. Info: www.rockcountycancercoalition.

Registration for “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters” – Talcott Free Library, 101 E. Main St., Rockton. Date: March 2, 1-2:30 p.m. Register with Alzheimer’s Association at 815-484-1300.

Registration for “Trinket or Treasure?” Antiques Appraisal – Turner Hall of Monroe, 1217 17th Ave., Monroe, Wis. Date: March 2, 1-4 p.m. Pre-registration required for an item appraisal; limit of one item per person. $15 fee for general public, $5 fee, members of Turner Hall. Registration forms available at Ratskeller Restaurant, 1217 17th Ave. or online at http://turnerhallofmonroe.org/appraisal.html.

Registratioen for 4-H Day of Dabbling Workshop – Church of God, Oregon, Ill. Date: March 2. three class periods: 9-9:50 a.m., 10-10:50 a.m., 11-11:50 a.m. Open to youth 5-15 years old, consisting of 15 hands-on workshops. Pre-registration required by Feb. 28. Registration fee of $9 per 4-Her or $15 per non-4-Her will be collected at the door. Classes in visual arts, cooking, natural resources, sewing, scrapbooking, woodworking, science, etc. Class descriptions and registration forms at Ogle County Extension Office, 421 W. Pines Road, Suite 10, Oregon, Ill. or call 815-732-2191 or http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/bdo.

Order Tickets for Hononegah’s H.O.P.E. Foundation “Touch of Spring” Fundraiser – Benefit for Hononegah High School at American Center Banquet Hall, downtown Rockton. Date: March 2 with hint of Jimmy Buffett. Social hour, 5:30-6:30 p.m., dinner 6:30, dancing, 8-11 p.m. Tickets: $100/couple includes dinner, dancing, silent auction and chance to win cash prizes. 41 tickets drawn for cash prizes. Info: 815-624-5010.

Registration for Polar Plungers – Olson Lake, Rock Cut State Park. Date: March 2. Each team member must raise a minimumof $75 in donations. Register on Special Olympics website at www.plungeillinois.com.

Registration for SpaGirls: Skin Care 101 and Yoga – Womanspace, Reif Gallery, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: March 2, 10 a.m.-noon. Girls ages 9-13. Learn how your skin changes as you age and hormones change. Regular fee: $20, members’ fee, $15. Info: 815-877-0118.

Reservations for Third Annual “Taste for Nature” Wine Tasting Event – Bushel & Peck’s, 328 State St., Beloit, Wis. Date: March 2, 6-8:30 p.m. Benefit for Friends of the Welty Environmental Center. Sample wines, cheeses, chocolates, hors d‘oeuvres. Music by Lannette Calhoun. Silent auction.Tickets: $40/person, $70/ couple. Must be at least 21 years of age. Tickets at Welty Environmental Center, phone 608-361-1377 or e-mail info@weltycenter.org. Mail reservation form and check payable to “FWEC” to FWEC, P.O. Box 131, Beloit, WI 53511.

Registration for “Mongolia: There and Back” – Womanspace Media Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: March 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Susan Griffeth, who spent 12 years living as an overseas missionary, shares stories, pictures and miracles of life. Regular fee: $15, members’ fee, $10. Info: 815-877-0118.

Registration for Know the 10 Signs – Alzheimer’s Association, Rock River Area Office, 93 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon. Date: March 5, 6-8 p.m. Register at 815-285-1100 or 800-272-3900.

Registration for Anger Management Class – Rockton Centre Library, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Runs for 12 weeks Tues. nights, 7-8 p.m. Faith-based, $5 per class. Must be at least 18 years old. Info: 815-708-7343.

Registration for Illinois Cattle Feeder Seminar: “The Future of Midwest Cattle Feeding” – U of I Extension Ogle County, Farm Bureau Building, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: March 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Register at 217-823-1340 or e-mail wmeteer2@illinois.edu by March 1.

Registration for “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters” – Hearthstone Manor Senior Center, 840 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock. Date: March 7, 1-2:30 p.m. Register with Alzheimer’s Association at 815-484-1300.

Registration for Rachel’s Peace: Retreat for Post-Abortion Healing – Stronghold Center, Oregon, Ill. Dates: March 8-10. Interdenominational. For any woman or man who has experienced grief over an abortion. Cost: $150, includes room, meals, retreat materials. Info/Register: www.rachelspeace.com or 815-968-1157.

Registration for “Ready, Set, Grow” Gardening Workshop – Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon. Date: March 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join the Master Gardeners of Ogle, Lee, and Whiteside counties. Choose from 15 workshops. Fee: $40; includes a continental breakfast and buffet lunch, welcome bag from Ball Seed Compan and select handouts. Wide variety of vendors. Register by March 1 at 815-732-2191 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo/

Registration for Gallup’s Strengths Finder Community Education, Career and Leadership Growth Workshop – Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, Rooms 117 & 119. Date: March 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Regular fee: $75, member fee, $60. Students with ID: $45. Ages 15 to adult. Register by March 4. Save $10 on workshop fees when registered and postmarked by midnight, Feb. 7. Must register via Womanspace at 3333 Maria Linden Drive, Rockford, 815-877-0118 or www.womanspace-rockford.org to receive discounted fees.

Registration for “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters” – Northern Illinois Hospice & Grief Center, 4215 Newburg Road. Date: March 9, 9:15-10 a.m. Register with Alzheimer’s Association at 815-484-1300.

Registration for Annual Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference – Sinsinawa Mound Center, Sinsinawa, Wis. Date: March 9. Topics: Woodland management, wildlife, conservation, outdoor recreation, timber sale contracts, woodland erosion, forest vegetation management, crop tree management, invasive species, pruning, tree pests and diseases, using a GPS unit and more. Also: 2-hour fly-tying clinic. Cost: $40/person for early registration (on or before Feb. 8), or $50/person standard registration after. Deadline: Feb. 22. Includes continental breakfast, buffet luncheon, resource packet, handouts, coffee mug. Advance registration required. Info: 217-244-0535 or register online at http://extension.illinois.edu/go/tristateforest.

Mark the Date for Applebee’s Easter Seals Therapeutic School Fundraiser – Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill Tickets & Bar, 1675 E. Riverside Blvd., Rockford. Date: March 9, 8-10 a.m. Tickets $5.

Registration for U of I Extension Spring Sustainable Landscaping Series – Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road. Dates: Every other Tuesday, March 12-May 7. Cost: $5 per session or all five sessions for $20. Info: 815-986-4357 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw.

Registration for “What’s It Worth?” Antiques Appraisal – Cedar Crest Retirement Living, 1702 S. River Road, Janesville, Wis. Date: March 14, 2-5 p.m. Free and open to the public. Reservations required to have an item appraised. Info: 608-373-6304 or www.cedarcrestnet.com.

Registration for Paranormal Evening at the Briggs Mansion – 1244 E, State St. Date: March 10, 6:30-8 p.m.With Kathi Kresol and guest psychic. Cost: $15 advance, $20 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

Reserve a Booth for 2013 Stephenson County Home Show – Highland Community College/YMCA Sports Complex, Freeport. Dates: March 16 & 17. Limited booth space available. Reserve at 815-232-4616.

Order Tickets for 4th Annual Goodwill Diva Runway Fashion Show & Dress Sale – Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. Dates: April 5-7. Tickets to fashion show, $30 adults, $15, ages 18 and younger. Available as of Feb. 15 at www.goodwillni.org/DIVA or call 815-987-6237.

“Give a Pint, Get a Pint” – Throughout February, anyone who registers to donate a pint of blood to Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) will receive a coupon for a free pint of frozen custard from Culver’s (while supplies last). For more information or to make an appointment, call 877-RRVBC-99 or on the web at http://www.rrvbc.org.

Registration for Men for Moral Change Presents: Talk Therapy – Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, Room 141-142, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Date: March 6, 6-9 p.m. A new therapy to meet social challenges. Seats are limited; reserve early. Info: 815-721-2163.

Free Tax Preparation – Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon. Tuesdays and Wednesdays thru early April. AARP volunteers will be at the center to help low- to moderate-income seniors with taxes. Appointments required; call RRC at 815-732-3252.

Beloit International Film Society seeks members – Supporting memberships are: $110 dual/family; $65 individual, $50 seniors age 65+, $25 student. Patron Memberships are $300 for 2 adults, include 10 free tickets, preferred seating when you buy tickets to the Silent Film, and access to Filmmaker Hospitality Lounge. Memberships available at all BIFF events and the website at www.beloitfilmfest.com.

Applications available for City of Rockford Human Services Department 2013 Scholarship Program. Applicants must have household income below 125 percent of federal poverty level, reside in Winnebago or Boone County, and plan to attend a post-secondary accredited school or training program in the state of Illinois in fall 2013. See website www.rockfordil.gov/human-services/community-neighborhood-programs/community-action-programs.aspx or at the office of City of Rockford Human Services Department, 555 N. Court St., Suite 301. Deadline: March 22, 4 p.m.

Early Voting Begins for Consolidated Primary Election for selected wards – Aldermanic election in 1st, 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th and 11th wards at Board of Election, 308 S. Sixth St., runs Feb. 11-23. Info: 815-987-5750.

Registration for Historic Character Development Workshops – Macktown Living History Education Center, Macktown Forest Preserve, 2221 Freeport Road, Rockton. Dates: Feb. 28, 6-8 p.m.; March 23, 1-4 p.m.; April 6, 1-4 p.m. Info: 815-624-4200.

Registration for JBF Consignment Sale – Tebala Shrine Center, 7910 Newburg Road. Dates: March 14-16. Just Between Friends is the nation’s leading kids’ consignment sale. Register online by March 9 at http://rockford.jbfsale.com.

Registration for “Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease” – Valley Hi Nursing and Rehabilitation, 2406 Hartland Road, Woodstock. Date: March 16, 10 a.m.-12:30 P.M. Register with Alzheimer’s Association at 815-484-1300.

Registration for North American Youth Sports Spring Basketball Tournament – Boylan Catholic High School, 4000 St. Francis Drive. Date: April 19-21. Ten brackets of competition. Entry fee: $130. Entry deadline: March 29. Info: 815-352-5915.

Registration for The Biggest Loser RunWalk Rockford 5K/15K & 1 Mile Kids Fun Run – Date: June 15. Registration open thru June 12. Info: biggestloser.com.

Parents Tele-Trainings – Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center. Various topics offered weekly in March. You will receive a toll-free call-in number when you register for the topics of your choice. Register at 866-436-7842, ext. 107 or online at www.fmptic.org/family-matters-training.htm at least one week prior to the presentation date.

“Just Diagnosed” Mild Cognitive Disorder Workshop – OSF Illinois Neurological Institute, 535 Roxbury Road. Alzheimer’s Association program. Date: March 19, 3-5 p.m. To register, call 815-484-1300.

Native Woodland Plant Sale – Wild Ones, Rock River Valley Chapter. For an e-copy of brochure with plant descriptions and order form, go to www.wildonesrrvc.org. Or call 815-289-8602 for a paper or electronic brochure. All inquiries welcome. Orders will be accepted thru April 22.

Reservations for Shelter Care Ministries’ Spring Luncheon – Tebala Shrine Temple, 7910 Newburg Road. Date: May 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes program and Marketplace. Tables of 8 or single reservations available for purchase. More information forthcoming soon. Info: 815-964-5520.

Registration for SOUL 4-H Camp – Camp Benson, Mt. Carroll. June 10-14. Open to all youth ages 8-14 who register by June 10. Participants who register before March 1 pay low fee of $235. After March 1, fee is $250. Minimum deposit of $75 required. Camper T-shirt is included. Scholarship rebates are provided for enrolled 4-H Club members in some counties. For applications or info: U of I Extension–Ogle County, 815-732-2191 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo/ and click on SOUL 4-H Camp.

Order Tickets for Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner – Brooke Road United Methodist Church, 1404 Brooke Road. Date: March 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Cost: $8.50 adults, $4.50 children up to age 12, ages 3 and younger, free. Available at the door or call 815-398-8914.

Order Tickets for Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me! – NPR’s weekly quiz program comes to Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. Date: April 4, 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $25 and $60, on sale Feb. 22 at box office, Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, or call 815-968- 0595.

Wednesday, Feb. 20

Beer Tasting Event – Hope and Anchor, 5040 N. Second St., Lovews Park. Info: 815-633-2552.

Design and Programming Charrette – Mendelssohn Hall, 406 N. Main St. 8 a.m.-noon. Hosted by Gary W. Anderson Architects. Planning session for future projects. RSVP to: 815-964-9713 or e-mail bbroyles@mendelssohnpac.org.

Blackhawk Woodcarvers Meeting – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. 8:30 a.m.

Farmers’ Market Meeting – Rockton Chamber of Commerce, 330 E. Main St. 9 a.m.

NIU Spring 2013 Full-time Job Fair – Registration for employers only; employers and students should register for Educators’ Job Fair. Register online at www.experience.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=5787.

EAB Update and Compliance Workshop for Professionals – 10 a.m.-noon at Boone County Extension Office, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 5, Belvidere. Free, but pre-registration is required. Registration limited to first 50 participants at Sauk Valley Comm. College (815-772-4075, or web.extension.illinois.edu/clw) and first 30 participants at Belvidere (815-544-3710). Or register online at web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

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

2013 Go Red for Women Luncheon – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. American Heart Association event. Corporate table, $1,000. Individual tickets: Call for information. Info: 815-262-1428.

EarthMatters: Deconstructing Supper – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon-1:15 p.m. Suggested donation: $5. Bring a sack lunch to watch and then discuss this film on GMO & BGH foods. Info: 815-877-0118.

Lunch & Learn: Hypnosis – Woman- space, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon-1 p.m. Roni Golan explains how to use hypnosis to help with life issues. Bring a sack lunch. Regular fee, $12; members’ fee, $10. Info: 815-877-0118.

Beginning Computer for the Absolute Beginner – Rockford Public Library. Main Library 2nd Floor Computer Room. 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Science Fiction Film Series: Them! – Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport. 1 and 7 p.m. 1951 film. Giant ants attack locals in New Mexico. Admission: $5 per movie or $20 for entire series; tickets available at the box office. Thru April.

Yoga on the Farm (Wednesday Series) – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: Feb. 20-May 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Beginners welcome; bring a yoga mat.Cost: $100/series. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Afterschool Fun on the Farm: Winter Pioneers (Wednesday Series) – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: Feb. 20-May 8, 4:15-5:45 p.m. Help care for livestock, learn pioneer schools and crafts. Note: Runs the same time as the Yoga on the Farm series for adults. Info: 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

LOL Club (Library Out Loud) – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-11. Info: 815-965-7606.

Mardi Gras – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area. 6685 E. State St., 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. All ages. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Gaming Tournament – Rockford Public Library. Main Library Little Theatre. 215 N. Wyman St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

YA Movie Nights – Rockford Public Library, Main Library YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Rated PG-13 or lower. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Rockford Progressives Meet Up – Just Goods, 201 7th St., 7-9 p.m. View and discuss a PBS broadcast of a Bill Moyers program re: ‘The Plutocracy Will Go to Extremes to Keep the 1% in Control.” Free.

Black History Month Sale & Display – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. Open Feb 1-28, during store hours, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Many books, posters, political buttons, artwork.

“Endangered Languages (and thse who speak them)” – Beloit College, Center for the Sciences, Room 150, 700 College St., Beloit. 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Info: www.beloit.edu.

Artist’s Lecture: Rico Gatson – Beloit College, Richardson Auditorium, Morse-Ingersoll Hall,700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 8 p.m. Gatson is this year’s 2013 Ginsberg Family Artist-in-Residence. Free and open to the public. Info: www.beloit.edu.

Thursday, Feb. 21

Applications for Community Action Gardens Now Available – Boone County Conservation District, 603 N. Appleton Road, Belvidere. 6:30-7:30 p.m. To request an application: Cyndie Hall at 815-967-4034, cyndiehall@rockfordil.gov or Chris Greenwood at 815-967-4039 at christopher.greenwood@rockfordil.gov. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m., March 8.

Morning and Evening Yoga Flow – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Road. Every Thurs., 9:30-10:45 a.m. Regular fee: $13/class; members’ fee: $12/class. Open to both women and men. Dress comfortably; bring a yoga mat. Info: 815-877-0118.

RMAP Technical Committee Meeting – Loves Park City Hall, PW/CD Conference Room, 100 Heart Blvd., Loves Park. 10 a.m.

Adult Grief Support Groups – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. Daytime group meets 10-11:30 a.m.; evening group meets 6-7:30 p.m. Seven-week sessions. Call 608-363-7421 or 877-363-7421 and ask for Grief Department to register. Free.

Preschool Storytime – Rockton Centre Library, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-5 years. Info: 815-965-7606.

Blue Blazers Toastmasters Meeting – Hamilton Sundstrand, North Lobby, 4747 Harrison Ave., Rockford. 12-1 p.m. Info: 815-218-0676.

Learn to Play Hockey – Rockford Park District program begins at Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Six-week group sessions, skates provided. Registration/Info: www.rockfordparkdistrtict.org or 815-969-4069.

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.

Facebook – 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.

Mardi Gras – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area. 6685 E. State St.,11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All ages. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Webinar: Seed Saving – University of Illinois Extension, Boone, DeKalb and Ogle County. 1 p.m. Info: 815-732-2191.

Rasmussen College Career and Networking Expo – Tebala Shrine Center, 7910 Newburg Road. 1-5 p.m. Connect with employers and organizations, gain job-seeking knowledge. Free. For list of pre-event activities and participating employers, call 815-316-4814 or go to http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-life/events.careerexpo/.

Joe Conroy of American Classic Tours – Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon. 2 p.m.

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

Teen’Scape at Montague Branch – Montague Branch Library, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games, make crafts. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Unplugged Gamers – Rockford Public Library. Main Library YA Zone. 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Play board games, trading card games or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

MELD Sports Celebrity Event, “Let’s Play Ball” – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Guests: Pat Hughes and Keith Moreland of the Cubs. Includes signing and Q&A. Proceeds to benefit MELD. Baseballs and other Cubs items available for purchase. Reserve at www.rockfordmeld.org or 815-633-6353, ext. 10.

Step into Wellness Movie Night: The Secret – 5301 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Reserve your seat for $5. Info: 815-316-2232.

e-Reader Help – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 5-7:30 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your e-Reader and all your cords, and a laptop if you have one. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ladies’ Night Out – Pork Belly Primitives, 120 W. Main St., Rockton. 5-8 p.m. (Bring your husbands!) Info: 815-624-0303.

Group Hope Meeting for Major Depression & Bipolar Disorder – Rockford School of Medicine, 1601 Parkview Ave. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Info: 815-398-9628.

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.

Family Reading Night – Brookview Elementary School, 1750 Madron Road. 5:45-7:30 p.m. Guest speaker and story-related activities.

Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation Meeting – The Rafter’s Restaurant, 9426 W. Wagner Road, Lena. 7 p.m.

Webelos-Forester – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $7/webelo. For all webelos. Register by Feb. 20. Info: 815-234-8535.

West Side Business Association Meeting – Currency Exchange, 1111-1/2 N. Avon St. 7 p.m. Speakers: Cyndie Hall of Neighborhood Network and Scot Dobbs of Wipfi LLP (tax issues). Free and open to the public. Info: 815-708-7343.

Lecture: Asian or European: Romani Social Identity in the New Europe – Beloit College, Moore Lounge, Pearsons Hall, 700 College St., Beloit. 7:30 p.m. Speaker Ian Hancock. Free and open to the public. Info: www.beloit.edu.

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

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. For children under 2. Develop baby’s literacy and social skills. 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.

BBC Documentary: One Life – Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport. 7 p.m. Regular admission prices.

The Role of Fire in Northern Illinois – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 7 p.m. With Greg Keilback of Severson Dells. Come at 6:30 p.m. to socialize and browse the merchandise tables. Info: 815-629-2781.

Rediscovery of Faith Lecture Series – feat. New York Bishop William Murphy. View via livestream at 7 p.m. www.rockforddiocese.org.

DeKalb Interfaith Network for Peace & Justice presents Kathy Kelly – Illinois Room, Holmes Student Center, NIU campus, DeKalb. 7:15 p.m. Peace activist with extensive experience in the Middle East. Coordinator of Voices for Creative Nonviolence. Info: 815-793-0950.

Friday, Feb. 22

The Justice Conference – 10714 N. Second St., Machesney Park. Dates: Feb. 22 (6-9 p.m.) and Feb. 23 (8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.).Simulcast to promote dialogue about justice-related issues such as human trafficking, slavery, poverty, HIV/AIDS, human rights. Hosted by GPS Faith Community. Public invited. Cost: $99; register as soon as possible at 779-221-8491 or www.thejusticeconference.com.

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

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

NIU Engineering Job Fair – NIU-Rockford Campus, 8500 E. State St. 1-5 p.m. Participating companies will be provided with 3 feet of table top display space; rooms available for one-on-one meetings with students. Space is limited! Register now! Info: apetta@niu.edu.

Anti-Gun Violence Rally – Federal Building, 327 S. Church St. 12:15 p.m. Hosted by MoveOn.org with Occupy Rockford, Organizing for America, and Progressive Democrats for America. Part of nationwide effort.

Workshop for Rockford City Market Vendors – Millennium Center, 220 S. Madison St. 2-5 p.m. Free, but registration is required. Info: 815-977-5124.

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 4:30-6 p.m. Ages 18 and older. 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.

Owl Prowl/Telescope – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Weiskopf Observatory at 7 p.m. All ages. Free. Pre-register by Feb. 21 at 815-234-8535.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic IceArena & 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.

Girls, Let’s e-Read – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch. 1988 W. Jefferson St., 4-5 p.m. Ages 9-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Association for Minority Management Banquet – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. 6 p.m. Scholarships will be awarded to African-American high school seniors who have shown exceptional leadership. Keynote speaker: Jeff Johnson. Tickets: $75/person; call 773-960-1192.

Rockford IceHogs vs. Grand Rapids Griffins – 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.

Film: The Gypsies of Svinia – Beloit College, Richardson Audtorium, Morse-Ingersoll Hall, 700 College St., Beloit. 7 p.m. Film from the U.S. Institute of Peace., Human Rights Film Series. Free. Info: www.beloit.edu.

Exit 99 Improv Comedy – Paddock Hall, 1127 N. 7th St., Rochelle, Ill. $5. Info: 815-766-2991.

Saturday, Feb. 23

In Print Writers Group Book Sale – Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Live music, drawing for iPad.

Gardeners Pathway Workshop – Kishwaukee College Conference Center, 21193 Malta Road, Malta. All day. Choose from a selection of 17 workshops. Presented by U of I Extension DeKalb County Master Gardeners. Fee: $50, includes continental breakfast and garden lunch, welcome bag and select handouts. Also, a wide variety of vendors will be present. Door prizes, silent auction and Master Gardener Q & A. Register by Visa, MasterCard, or Discover at 815-825-2086, ext. 2040 or mail in registration form. See http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

ACT Prep Course Workshop – Guilford High School, 5620 Spring Creek Road. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Truth Talk Debate – Jefferson High School, 4145 Samuelson Rd. 9 a.m.- noon.

25th Annual Model Railroad Show and Swap Meet – Lena-Winslow Elementary, Junior High and High Schools. North of U.S. Route 20 on Illinois 73. Dates: Feb. 23 & 24. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Hosted by Depot Stove Gang.

Genealogy Pahways – Rockford Public Library. Main Library Local History & Genealogy Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 18 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Mini Golf – Cherry Valley Library. 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $5/person (children ages 5 and under free with paying adult). Info: 815-332-5161.

Engineering Day: Engineering a Triceratops – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 1-4 p.m. Construct your own horned dinosaur; participate in engineering activities. Admission $10 adults, $9 children ages 7-17. Burpee members $3. Info: 815-965-3433.

“Abolition Newspapers and the Power of the Press in the 1840s-1850s” – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. 2 p.m. Presented by Stanley Campbell. See actual newspapers from that period. Free.

Wheelchair Basketball Championship

Tournament – Harlem High School, 9229 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Dates: Feb. 23-24. Need volunteers ages 16 and older for various shifts. Info: 815-987-1613 or breanecory@rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Miss Fox Valley Scholarship Pageant – Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb. 4 p.m. Four divisions, with the oldest division qualifying for the Miss Illinois Pageant in June. Info: www.egyptiantheatre.org.

Grace UMC AnnualChili Dinner – Grace United Methodist Church, 3555 McFarland Road. 5-6:30 p.m. Cost: $6 for ages 16 and older; $3 for children ages 5-15; free for age 4 and younger. Tickets available before the dinner and at the door. Info: 815-637-4561.

Guest Chef Wine Dinner – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 5:30 p.m. Terlato wine portfolio tasting, 6:30 p.m. featured dinner prepared by Chef Gale Gand with wines of Chapoutier. Cost: $150/person. Info: 815-316-3306.

13th Annual Island Beach Bash – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. 6 p.m. -midnight. Hosted by Northern Illinois Parrot Head Club. Wear your Hawaiian clothes. Cheeseburgers, chips, adult beverages, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, raffle for prizes. Music by Pirates Ov er 40. Proceeds go to Northwestern Illinois Special Olympics. Tickets: $15/person advance, $20 at the door. Available at Giovanni’s, Psaltis Chiropractic Clinic, 4202 Maray Drive, and Kobyco Windows & Doors, 4131 N. Perryville, or purchase online: www.islandbeachbash.com.

Champions Ball – Radisson Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Rockford Public Schools and Rockford Sports Coalition are honoring some individuals and teams to be inducted into the RPS 205 Hall of Fame. Tickets: $50/person or $350 for table of 8. Includes admission to a pre-gala Auburn vs. East basketball game at Rock Valley College and the Ball. Info: 815-489-7264, ext. 16362.

Atwood Wanderings – Atwood Environmental Center, 2685 New Milford School Road. 9 a.m. Youth ages 6-12. Cost: $7/person ($9 non-resident), or participants can bring a sack lunch and save $2 by registering online for same-day morning and afternoon programs. Parents welcome. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

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

Open House at Paddock Hills Pony Club Riding Center – 8510 Prairie Field, Union, Ill. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet instructors, groom the horses, see live demonstrations and mounted games. Info: 815-923-4755.

Star Wars Open House – Rockford Public LIbrary. Main Library Auditorium. 2:15 N,Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Star Wars games and activities. Info: 815-965-7606.

Mini Golf – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Putter around the 9-hole course through library stacks. Cost: $5/person (children ages 5 and younger free with paying adult). Reserve at 815-332-5161.

Excel 2010 in a Day – Rockford Public Library, Main Library 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 13 and up. Learn the fundamentals of Excel 2010, a spreadsheet program that allows you to organize, calculate and analyze data. Prerequisite: Must have used MS Word in the past and have good mouse skills. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Free Community Yoga Class – Meadow Mart Shopping Center, 6481 N. Second St., Loves Park. 11 a.m.- noon. With live music. Free yoga mat for first 30 attendees.

Saturday Spectacular: Giddy Guinea Pigs – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Special Self-Defense Seminar for Females – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Noon-2 p.m. Taught by Matt Numrich of Elite Defense Systems. Learn the 7 self-defense moves every woman should know. Cost: $19. Info: 815-885-4758.

Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Dates: Feb. 6 and 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m. For women and men, age 14 to adult. With Dr. Shanti Hulsebus. Regular fee: $13/class, members’ fee, $12/class. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat or rug, blanket. Info: 815-877-0118.

Paranormal Investigation of Historic Coronado Theatre – Haunted Rockford Paranormal Events. Two sessions. Session 1: 6-9 p.m. Session 2: 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. With TnT Paranormal. Bring your own equipment or use theirs. Cost: $25 advance, $30 at the event. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.

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

Lincoln’s Ball – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. Tickets voluntary donation of $10 each, available at 6:30 p.m. at the door. Hosts: Battery G re-enactors. Info: 815-980-4724 or 815-980-9494.

Jazz Vocalist Dorothy Paige-Turner & Ron Holm & Between Planes – Tempo Italian Bistro & Lounge, Clock Tower Resort, 7801 E. State St. 7- 10 p.m. $5. Info: 815-977-5611.

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.

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.

Sunday, Feb. 24

Pomona Grange Chili Dinner & Craft Show Fundraiser – Boone County Community Grange Hall, 8791 Route 79. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Adults and children under 10, $3. Tickets at the door; carryouts available.

Keeping Warm in the Winter – Macktown Living History Center, North of the Macktown Golf Course. 2221 Freeport Rd. Rockton. 1-3 p.m. Traditional food and games. Reenactors of Native Americans, settlers, and French fur traders. Suggested donations $5. Info: 815-624-4200.

Burpee Museum Lecture Series: Tsavo Lions – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 2 p.m. Speaker Dr. Bruce D. Patterson. Free with admission or $5 lecture only. Info: 815-965-3433.

Virtual Program on El Camino Real – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 2 p.m. Grab your virtual Corvette and wander along the stunning California coastline through redwood forests, by 18th-century Spanish missions established by the Jesuits. Your guide is Library Director Eve Kirk. Reserve your seat at 815-332-5161. Free.

“Who Was St. Patrick?” – Ethnic Heritage Museum, 1129 S. Main St. Special program in Irish Gallery at 2:30 p.m. Speaker Lynell Cannell. Learn how St. Patrick Church and the Irish Marching Society celebrate this day. Exhibit can be seen any Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Admission: $5 adults, $3 students, $10 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Free Range Radio: William’s Leap for Freedom – WNIJ, 6 p.m. Adapted from a stage play; begins with a fictionalized conversation, then leads to selected portions of The Escape or Leap for Freedom, about the tale of three slaves.

BBC Documentary: One Life – Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport. 7 p.m. Regular admission prices.

“Hell: Does It Really Exist?” – Meg’s Daily Grind, 1141 N. Alpine Road. 7 p.m. Screening of the short film Admissions. Free. Info: 815-797-9LTC.

Monday, Feb. 25

Blessing Ceremony for Presence St. Joseph Center – 659 E. J efferson St., Freeport. 2 p.m. With Most Rev. Bishop David J. Malloy, Bishop of Rockford Diocese.

Rock River Water Reclamation District – Board Room, Administration Building, 3501 Kishwaukee St. 5:15 p.m.

Underwriters Preview Party – Monroe Arts Center, at Ludlow Mansion Peppercorn Banquet Room, 1417 Mansion Drive, Monroe, Wis. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Audio & video presentations of shows selected for next season. Music, wine, beer, soda, hors d’oeuvres. Free, open to public. Info: 608-325-5700 or 888-596-1249.

Rockford City Council Meeting – Council Chambers, 2nd floor, Rockford City Hall, 425 E. State St. 6 p.m.

Supper and Film: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel – Womanspace Media Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-9 p.m. Regular fee : $12, members’ fee, $10. Info: 815-877-0118.

Infant & Toddler CPR – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center conference rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. One-day class. Cost: $25 per couple or $12.50 individual. Registration free to those registered in one of the prenatal classes. Info: 815-227-2695.

Zazen (Seated Meditation) – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, Integral Therapy Center, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:45 p.m. With 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, Feb. 26

Certified Livestock Manager Training Workshop – Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building, 210 W. Spring St., Freeport. Dates: Feb. 26 and 27. Feb. 26: 9:30 a.m. registration, workshops begin at 9:50 a.m. Paricipants arriving after 10:20 a.m. cannot be certified. Illinois Dept. of Agriculture written exam at 2 p.m. Feb. 27: DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building, 1350 W. Prairie Drive, Sycamore. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., workshop presentations begin 8:50 a.m. Participants arriving after 9:20 a.m. cannot be certified. Illinois Dept. of Agriculture written exam at 1 p.m. Info: 815-758-8194.

Boy Scout badge-Forestry – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. For ages 10 and up. Fees: $9/scout. Register by Feb. 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Learn to Skate – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Figure skating. Private lessons available. Register now at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org or at Customer Service locations, or call 815-969-4069.

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

Rockford Board of Education – Administration Building. 501 7th St. 7 p.m.

Gone With the Wind – Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students and seniors. Info: www.egyptiantheatre.org.

Northwest Illinois Audubon Society Night Hike – Mogle Center, Oakdale Nature Preserve, 3 miles south of Freeport on Baileyville Road. 7:30 p.m. Come prepared for walking outdoors. Free. Info: 815-865-5279.

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

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From the Feb. 20-26, 2013, issue