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Community Calendar for week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3, 2009

Ongoing Attractions Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. Mon.-Fri.; noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Donation days
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Community Calendar | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar for week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3, 2009

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Free for everyone every
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Music Calendar for week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3, 2009

Wednesday, Oct. 28 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. 1st Entertainment Karaoke
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Night Ranger entertains at Hogtoberfest Oct. 23

Members of San Francisco’s classic rock band Night Ranger and the Rockford IceHogs Fire & Ice cheerleaders entertained fans at
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Rue Marche renovates

From press release Rue Marche, “Rockford’s Best Karaoke Bar” (rockfordrestaurants.com), has renovated to better serve their customers. Improvements include re-finished floors, upgraded
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

What’s Local: Olson Funeral and Cremation Services—local since 1888

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer To stay in business for a decade is a significant milestone. To remain strong for more than
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Part III: Local lore

Editor’s note: The following is the third in a series. Part one appeared in the Oct. 14-20, 2009, issue, and
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Start a new holiday tradition by visiting McHenry County

From press release MCHENRY COUNTY, Ill.—“So this is Christmas, and what have you done?” If that line from John Lennon’s 1971
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Buddy—The Buddy Holly Story opens at Wisconsin Theatreworks

From press release BELOIT, Wis.—Feb. 3, 1959, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane
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Panel to discuss pop culture Nov. 2

From press release Three Rockford College professors will offer their insights into pop culture during a panel discussion at the college
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Deli Italia helps Doug Furze celebrate 50th birthday

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The community is welcome to Deli Italia Lounge this Friday, Oct. 30, to help local musician and
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RSO director offers ‘mysterious’ lecture Nov. 2

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) announces a special lecture by Music Director Steven Larsen at 7 p.m., Monday, Nov.
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Literary Hook: Capturing the elegance of prairie grasses

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet This is a time of year that I find invigorating. This year, to celebrate the fall
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Tube Talk: Local hauntings on FEARnet

By Paula Hendrickson Contributing Writer What’s more appealing this time of year than ghost stories? Local ghost stories! Some area residents shared
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Hanging Out in Rockford: Good government

By Mike Leifheit Columnist Ronald Reagan said government is the problem. That’s a ridiculous statement. That says all government is bad. The
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Garth Brooks sells out first Vegas shows

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It’s difficult to determine if Garth Brooks has lost any of his ability to put on powerful
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Healthy Halloween Party set for Oct. 31

From press release Children up to age 10 are invited to attend a “Healthy Kids Halloween Party” from 1 to 3
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CD release party for Jim Post Oct. 30

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts welcomes back an old favorite, Jim Post, at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct.
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Crossword: Om

Across 1 Taco brand 7 Big computer corp. 10 Pet protection org. 14 Cheer 15 ___ Speedwagon 16 New Mexico haven for art and skiing 17 Trailer 19
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Crossword Puzzle | Comments (0)

Community Calendar for week of Oct. 21-27, 2009

Ongoing Attractions Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. Mon.-Fri.; noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Donation days
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Community Calendar | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar for week of Oct. 21-27

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Free for everyone every
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Music Calendar for week of October 21-27, 2009

Wednesday, Oct. 21 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. 1st Entertainment Karaoke
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Night Ranger brings string of hits to Hogtoberfest

 Classic rockers to headline IceHogs pre-game party Oct. 23 By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The ’80s was a decade of excess. Big
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Kraig Kenning performs, offers workshop Oct. 24

From press release Kraig Kenning, always popular with Charlotte’s Web audiences, shares his talents on two levels this Saturday, Oct. 24,
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Symphony celebrates Halloween with Pops Concert Oct. 24

From press release Join Music Director Steven Larsen and the Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) for spine-tingling fun with “Reel” Chillers and
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Hanging Out in Rockford: Blocks 4 and 5: Two new places, and open until midnight

By Mike Leifheit Columnist We have a lot going on in our little block these days. Block 5 (with the nearby places
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Literary Hook: ‘Rekindling zest’—a commitment to the art of poetry

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet The Centrum Center for the Arts in Port Townsend, Wash., offers residencies for writers and artists
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Literary Hook | Comments (0)

Theater Review: The Marx Brothers are back in Animal Crackers at Goodman

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic The top show now running in Chicago, Animal Crackers, is playing to sold-out houses. An adaptation of
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Theater> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Music Review: Ace Frehley tops former Kiss bandmates with new release

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Not to take anything away from the success of Kiss and the abilities of Gene Simmons and
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | 3 Comments

Elements of Style: Be the belle of the ball—not the walking disco ball

By Kristina Leftwich Staff Writer Find “the” dress. This deceptively simple mission is often fraught with endless dilemmas. Floor-sweeping gown or cocktail
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What’s Local: Local lumber dealer Kitzman’s remains strong

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer When a pebble or two trickle down a mountain, it’s natural to disregard them. Small rocks often
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Springfield artist exhibits at Rockford College

From press release Whether it’s art made out of old railroad oil cans, whiskey flasks or teapots, artist Michelle Coakes brings
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Part II: Bridging the gap between science and spirit

By Stuart R. Wahlin Staff Writer Although modern paranormal research increasingly relies on electronic gadgetry in an attempt to document the unknown
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Gustafer Yellowgold in Rockford Oct. 25 to benefit MELD

From press release NEW YORK—Morgan Taylor—illustrator, songwriter and creator of the Gustafer Yellowgold multimedia “musical moving storybook” concert experience—is hailed as
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Rockford Art Museum offers free Hollis Sigler programs

From press release Rockford Art Museum (RAM) is offering the following free programs in correlation with their Hollis Sigler: Expect the
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Barbara Olson Center of Hope benefit art show Oct. 23 at Cliffbreakers

From press release The Barbara Olson Center of Hope will again inspire the Rockford community with its fresh and exciting art
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Green Communities Coalition’s Green Ball Oct. 23 at Cliffbreakers

Celebrate ‘A fabulous evening of everything green’ with dinner, music and other events From press release Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort, 700 W. Riverside
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Community Calendar for week of Oct. 14-20

Ongoing Attractions Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. Mon.-Fri.; noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Donation days
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Community Calendar | Comments (0)

Arts & Theater Calendar for week of Oct. 14-20

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Free for everyone every
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Arts & Theater Calendar | Comments (0)

Music Calendar week of Oct. 14-20

Wednesday, Oct. 14 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. 1st Entertainment Karaoke
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Hollis Sigler: Expect the Unexpected opens at Rockford Art Museum

From press release Rockford Art Museum (RAM) celebrates the deeply personal imagery of Chicago artist and feminist Hollis Sigler (1948-2001). Curated by
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Miles Nielsen returns to Rockford after big week

• Singer/songwriter at Kryptonite Oct. 16, following Late Night appearance with Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Singer/songwriter
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RAM Talks Art: Free Teacher Open House at Riverfront Museum Park Oct. 15

By Stacey Sauer Education Coordinator, Rockford Art Museum The school year is well under way. Many teachers have spent their summer planning
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in RAM Talks Art | Comments (0)

Hanging Out in Rockford: Sausages—The epilogue

By Mike Leifheit Columnist After going to the market, I am really tired and take a nap before going downstairs. When I
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Literary Hook: Why we need to stay positive and hopeful despite obstacles

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet This poem was written at Centrum Center for the Arts, Port Townsend, Wash., in January of
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October 13, 2009 | Also published in Literary Hook> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Tube Talk: Celebrate Halloween by dressing up as a TV character

By Paula Hendrickson Contributing Writer Halloween is nearly here, which means millions of people are trying to decide what they want to
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Find Your Space: Keeping Abreast art exhibit honors survivors and lost loved ones

By Gale Ketteler Womanspace Program Coordinator & Media Specialist Womanspace has several programs scheduled to honor victims and survivors of breast cancer.
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