Yoga Rockford: A lineage of inspiration

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Looking back at my years of practice and training under senior Iyengar teachers and looking forward
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Bring out the bikes! Bike Safety and Rodeo offered

From press release NorthPointe Health and Wellness is sponsoring a Spring Bike Rodeo and Safety Check from 11 a.m. to 1
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Edgebrook & Learn Great Foods introduce specialty crop demos at Farmers’ Market

From press release Go to the Edgebrook parking lot every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Farmers’
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Hello, I’m the Quad Cities Waterkeeper

Editor’s note: On very, very short notice, Art Norris agreed to represent the counties of Henry and Rock Island at
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Action Alert! You can’t go there anymore!

Editor’s note:  Mr. Lindblade attended the April 16 Creating the Rock River Trail Conference, held at the Best Western Clock
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United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation’s Annual Fund-raising Banquet May 1

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor The United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation’s 9th Annual Fund-raising Banquet will be held Saturday, May 1, at 1010
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The Second Half: Handbook for life–part two

Editor’s note: The following is the second in a four-part series. Part one appeared as an Online Exclusive at rockrivertimes.com. By
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Pet Talk: Proper dental care for pets

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University An ounce of prevention may be worth a pound of cure, but when
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Edgebrook & Learn Great Foods introduce specialty crop demos at Farmers’ Market

From press release Go to the Edgebrook parking lot every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Farmers’
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Film and Performing Arts Festival promotes HIV/AIDS prevention

From press release The Rockford BASUAH (Brothers and Sisters United Against HIV/AIDS) Coalition is hosting a two-day Film and Performing Arts
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The Second Half: Handbook for life–part one

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist As you know, I get lots of e-mails from readers sending me stuff for folks in their
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Pet Talk: Proper care of stray animals

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Strayed or lost…what to do? When you find an animal wandering, what steps
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Touring pelicans make pit stop at Rockford

Ogle County resident Tom Eighmy found these white pelicans resting on an island in the middle of the Rock River
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On Outdoors: Park District gets kids hooked on fishing

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The Rockford Park District is making it possible for kids to discover fishing this summer with two
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Transplant Support group shares stories

Contributed by Michelle Vronch April is National Organ Donor Awareness Month. Recently, a transplant support group got together to share stories
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Severson Dells Notes: Celebrate Earth Day with April 22 Wildflower Walkabout

By Don Miller Education Director, Severson Dells Nature Center Thursday, April 22, will be the 40th anniversary of the first Earth Day.
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Man donates kidney to store cashier–a story of faith, courage and hope

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor Easter is a time to celebrate new life, a rebirth of hope. For two families in Evanston,
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Raw Energy: The basics on fat and nutritional myths

By Brenda Richter All food has a macronutrient content consisting of some combination of protein, fats and carbohydrates. With all of
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On Outdoors: Police video of 2009 train derailment sheds little light on fault, fishing future begins

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department has released a squad car video that shows the condition of the
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Into The Wild: Visit the vast natural areas of the Byron Forest Preserve

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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The Second Half: Are social seniors networking online?

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I have been investigating the phenomena of online social networks (see last week’s column). I was surprised
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Pet Talk: Veterinary technicians help pets stay healthy

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University As pets become more of an integral part of the family, the demand
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Benefit April 17 for Jamie Bubser

From contributed information Jamie Bubser of Pecatonica, Ill., started battling cancer in 2006, when he went to the doctor because a
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‘Circle of Life’ transplant support group welcomes everyone

From press release Taking part in a support group can be a great benefit to everyone involved in the transplant experience.
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OSF St. Anthony offers Infant/Toddler CPR

From press release Parents, babysitters and others who have contact with children are invited to attend an Infant/Toddler CPR course offered
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April 10 event teaches self-defense, benefits Haiti relief

From press release A martial arts event benefiting Haiti Relief will be held at Elite Defense Systems April 10 in Rockford.
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Get trained with Red Cross in April

From press release   The American Red Cross has several upcoming classes in April. It is a great time for residents
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Hulsebus Chiropractic offers free golf health workshops

From press release Dr. Brant Hulsebus, certified golf chiropractor, and Dr. Cory Thiele will present two free seminars about golf do’s
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OSF St. Anthony Center for Life offers ‘Baby Express’

From press release    Although prospective parents want to be well prepared for the birth of their baby, they do not
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Benefit dinner for Mother House set for April 10

From press release   The public is invited to a benefit dinner for Mother House Crisis Nursery from 5:30 to 8
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OSF St. Anthony ‘Stepping Forward’ program offers support for cancer patients

From press release   If you or a family member is diagnosed with cancer, you are probably dealing with a rush
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On Outdoors: Anglers land more than 100 walleyes

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Spring walleye fishing is heating up in the Midwest. A group of Rock Valley Anglers members traveled
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Farmers’ markets offer different strokes for different folks

From press release   URBANA, Ill.—Farmers’ markets are not created equal. Some sell only fresh produce while others offer entertainment and
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April 16 deadline to sign up for Great American Cleanup

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) reminds area residents that the deadline to register for this year’s
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Get Growing: Vegetable gardening class for beginners

From press release   As part of the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry initiative, University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County is offering a
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The Second Half: Social networking in the second half

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I am generally not that social. Don’t get me wrong…I can socialize with the best of them,
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Pet Talk: When the snakes come marching in

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Winter is gone, spring is finally here, and most of us cannot wait
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Into The Wild: Hike or bike the Cherry Valley Path

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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The Second Half: The three essential ingredients to renewal at any age

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Oh, happy days! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and the motorcycles are rumbling up and down
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Yoga Rockford: The experiment of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio B.K.S, Iyengar is quoted as saying that “for a yogi, the body is the laboratory for
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16th Annual Botanica–a gardener’s luncheon

From press release Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden presents Botanica Wednesday, April 21, at Cliffbreakers Restaurant in Rockford. Botanica is well
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Fierce Green Fire: Everyone deserves a ‘Spring Break’ to enjoy the outdoors

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer Spring Break is the best thing ever. I exaggerate, of course, but it is pretty great. It
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OSF St. Anthony Medical Center offers free child car seat safety checks

From press release While most parents believe their children’s car seats are safe, statistics show more than 85 percent of the
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SWCD holds free rain barrel workshop April 6

From press release A free rain barrel workshop will be held from 3 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, at the
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On Outdoors: White House outdoors conference April 16

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Championing President Barack Obama’s conservation vision for the 21st century, the White House Conference on America’s Outdoors
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Expanded hours at Klehm Arboretum

From press release Summer hours go into effect beginning Thursday, April 1, at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main
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Wacoal hosts local Fi(GH)t for the Cure event

From press release Step into the ring with Wacoal to help knock out breast cancer with Fi(GH)t for the Cure! Participate
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OSF St. Anthony Center for Life offers ‘Baby 101′ for expectant parents

From press release Offered by the OSF St. Anthony Center for Life, the four-session Preparation for Parenthood classes (“Baby 101”) help
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‘Celebrate Earth’: Visit fourriver.org for a list of more than 50 public events

From press release Celebrate Earth, April 1-May 9, is the Four Rivers Environmental Coalition’s collection of environmental events to honor the
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Sleep support group meets in March

From press release The A.W.A.K.E. (Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic) support group will meet from 6 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, March
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