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Local band competes in Illinois Teen Battle of the Bands

Staff Report Rockford-area band Desolation Row is advancing to the Regional Competition for the Illinois Teen Battle of the Bands. After
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Kantorei top U.S. choir, fourth in world at World Choir Games

• Rockford boys’ choir’s ‘God Bless America’ brings tears Staff Report Kantorei, The Singing Boys of Rockford, won two silver medals in
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Theater Review: ‘The Marvin Gaye Story’ — a tale of adversity and musical genius

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Jackie Taylor, director of The Marvin Gaye Story at Chicago’s Black Ensemble Theater, has produced, written
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Theater> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

July 30 deadline for State of the Arts Award nominations

Staff Report Rockford Area Arts Council (RAAC) urges the public to consider honoring an arts advocate, business, student, educator, individual artist
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Art> Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Book Review: ‘Rock County’s Unsolved Murders’ — cases continued in Wisconsin author’s book

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor What would you do if one of your close friends were murdered, and 20 years later, there
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Author’s new book uses humor to get the most out of living

Staff Report What’s to smile about in these tough economic times? If you’re looking for a lift, check out Mary Kay
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Literary Hook: July 31 program combines poetry, beauty of nature

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet I would like to invite you to a very unique program that combines the beauty
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Literary Hook> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

East Troy Electric Railroad offers ‘South Shore Days’

Staff Report EAST TROY, Wis. — East Troy Electric Railroad in East Troy, Wis., will celebrate the historic Pullman-built cars
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of July 25-31, 2012

Ongoing Attractions Age Quake Theatre – Plays for and about those 55 and older performed in the greater Rockford area. Info:
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Arts & Theater Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Community Calendar: Week of July 25-31, 2012

Ongoing Attractions Adventure Club – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m.
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Community Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Music Calendar: Week of July 25-31, 2012

Upcoming Events Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center 2012-2013 Concert Season – Subscription packages or single tickets available. Registration now open for 2012-13
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Music Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Park District offers ‘Trolley to the Tropics’ rides

Online Staff Report The Rockford Park District invites you to try out “Trolley to the Tropics,” a new way to
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July 24, 2012 | Also published in Happening Now> Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Arts community mourns the loss of Rockford artist Jim Julin

Online Staff Report Well-known and much loved Rockford artist and craftsman Jim Julin died Sunday night, July 22, after a
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July 23, 2012 | Also published in Happening Now> Local News> Vibe Entertainment | 2 Comments

Wooden Box Theater returns to House Café July 22 with ‘Star Wars’

Online Staff Report DEKALB, Ill. — The House Café in DeKalb, Ill., will be hosting performance group Wooden Box Theater July
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

The Fireside sets children’s auditions for ‘Scrooge The Musical’

Online Staff Report FORT ATKINSON, Wis. — The Fireside Theatre is looking for energetic boys and girls, age 8-13 who can
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

‘Sploosh’ at Discovery Center July 20

Online Staff Report Beat the heat and get a little wet Friday, July 20, at Rockford’s Discovery Center for “SPLOOSH.” The
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Free Music in the Park concerts offered July 19, 24 and 26

Online Staff Report Enjoy summer evenings at the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell for Rockford Park District’s free Music in the Park
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Katie’s Choice Book Club to discuss ‘The School of Essential Ingredients’

Online Staff Report The Katie’s Choice Book Club selection for July is The School of Essential Ingredients, by Erica Bauermeister. Hosted
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Whippersnap Music & Art Festival at Lyran Park July 19-22

Online Staff Report Barefoot Fred Productions is proud to present Whippersnap Music & Art Festival 2012 held at Lyran Park, Rockford,
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

July 19 ‘Jazz at Emerson’ features piano/wind jazz duo

Online Staff Report Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center’s next “Jazz at Emerson” concert — with Dan Pincus, Jim McElhaney and special guest
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Breast Fest July 20-22 to raise funds for breast cancer research

By Shauna Ubersox Staff Writer At first, the terms “Breast Fest” and “Iron Skulls” do not sound terribly inviting or philanthropical. The
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Alpine Kiwanis Brat Days set for July 20-21

• Event will be at Edgebrook Center and Loves Park and East State Logli locations Staff Report Alpine Kiwanis Club of Rockford’s
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Concert Review: Rock’n the Valley brings energy, but not crowds

By John Parks Rock’n the Valley hit the Winnebago County Fairgrounds this past weekend, July 13-14, and lasted 48 straight
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 2 Comments

Tour de North End doubles attendance in second year — organizer gives thanks

By Zak Rotello Olympic Tavern Co-Owner and Tour de North End Organizer My throat is sore. My feet hurt. But I’m
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments Off

Spotlight on guest artists in Timber Lake’s ‘Boeing, Boeing’

Mount Carroll, Ill., theater to stage comedy July 19-28 Staff Report MOUNT CARROLL, Ill. — Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) just had
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Theater> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Shoshone princess honored guest at July 21-22 Oregon Trail Days Festival

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Shoshone princess Loreen Kemp will be the honored guest at the July 21-22 Oregon Trail
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Kryptonite hosts Eldorado, new rock band from Spain, July 25

Staff Report Kryptonite will be hosting Eldorado, a new rock band from Madrid, Spain, that is receiving worldwide acclaim, Saturday,
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Tube Talk: ‘Picked Off,’ ‘Market Warriors’ picking for profit

  By Paula Hendrickson Contributing Writer Wouldn’t you like to supplement your income by purchasing stuff at a low price and selling it
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Tube Talk> Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Where’s Waldo? Find him throughout Rockford in July

Staff Report Where’s Waldo? In Rockford, of course. He’s turning 25 this year, and to celebrate, the famous fellow in the
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of July 18-24, 2012

Ongoing Attractions Age Quake Theatre – Plays for and about those 55 and older performed in the greater Rockford area. Info:
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Arts & Theater Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Community Calendar: Week of July 18-24, 2012

Ongoing Attractions Adventure Club – Jarrett Center, Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m.
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Community Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Music Calendar: Week of July 18-24, 2012

Upcoming Events Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center 2012-2013 Concert Season – Subscription packages or single tickets available. Next concert: “Jazz at Emerson,”
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Music Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)

Digital Photography Camp opens for high school students

Online Staff Report Rock Valley College Community Education has partnered with Chicago Photo Safaris to offer a Digital Photography Camp from
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

‘Celebration of Life’ for Andrew John Cole July 15

Online Staff Report Andrew John Cole, only child of regional community leaders Carl and Dianna Cole, will turn 30 years old
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Musical drama ‘Colors of Hope’ a moving tribute to fighting cancer

Online Staff Report Local playwright Andrew Mahan presents a musical drama about living with cancer Sunday, July 15. Colors of Hope is
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Beckman Mill hosts ice cream social July 15

Online Staff Report BELOIT, Wis. — Ice cream, cake, root beer floats: summer is finally here! Join the Friends of Beckman
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Fourth Annual Country Music Show — Collecting School Supplies

Online Staff Report DEKALB, Ill. — You are invited to the Fourth Annual Country Music Show with the theme “Collecting School
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Second Annual Cruisin’ Classics Car Show at Summerfield Zoo

Online Staff Report BELVIDERE, Ill. — Back by popular demand is the Second Annual Cruisin’ Classics Car Show at Summerfield Zoo.
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Poker Run Ride for the Kids July 14

By Pat James Saturday, July 14, a Poker Run will be held at the Wheel Inn in South Beloit. The run
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Experience a Frosty Friday at Discovery Center July 13

Online Staff Report Rockford’s Discovery Center will present Frosty Friday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, July 13. Chill out with
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Wired Café celebrates two-year anniversary July 13

Online Staff Report Wired Café, 414 E. State St., will celebrate its two-year anniversary from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday,
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Legendary Rock Interviews: Q & A with Rock’n the Valley headliners Skid Row, The Last Vegas

By John Parks Rock’n the Valley Friday and Saturday, July 13-14, is the biggest festival to hit the stateline area in
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Tube Talk: Bad is best: ‘Breaking Bad’ returns for final season July 15

By Paula Hendrickson Contributing Writer Breaking Bad is arguably one of TV’s best drama series in recent years, but it’s not for
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Tube Talk> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Grammy nominee to headline July 20-22 Bookerfest at Davis Park

Staff Report VaShawn Mitchell will headline the three-day Bookerfest festival, which runs Friday-Sunday, July 20-22, at Davis Park, 320 S. Wyman
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Green Light Nights party like no other

• Downtown festival provides family fun and entertainment Staff Report Green Light Nights will rock the streets of downtown Rockford again this
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Community> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Steve Spurgin & Dan Crary in Concert Conversations July 17

Staff Report Snapshotmusic will present Steve Spurgin and Dan Crary in the latest installment of the series “Concert Conversations” at 6
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

The Cajun Strangers at Sinnissippi July 14

Staff Report Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts and the Rockford Park District continue with the 14th Annual Sinnissippi Summer Series.
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Find Your Space: Fairy Festival coming to Womanspace Aug. 4

By Gale Ketteler Womanspace Program Coordinator & Marketing Specialist It’s nearly time for our Fourth Annual Fairy Festival with Rockford
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Find Your Space> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

July 19 Sip & Sail benefits Park District Foundation

Staff Report Experience a unique view with a different theme each time you set sail with the Rockford Park District Foundation.
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Vibe Entertainment | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of July 11-17, 2012

Ongoing Attractions Age Quake Theatre – Plays for and about those 55 and older performed in the greater Rockford area. Info:
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Arts & Theater Calendar> Vibe Calendars | Comments (0)


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