Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Now exhibiting: About Robots: The Interactive Exhibition thru April 29. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is now first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Rockford Park District Indoor Adult Golf Clinics – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Mondays, 12:30-1:20 p.m. or 1:30-2:20 p.m. Taught by PGA members and apprentices. Thru March 14. Info: 815-987-8800.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Computer classes Mon. and Wed. from 9:30-11:30 a.m. beginning March 12 thru April 11. Class will meet two times per week for 5 weeks. Class size is limited. Pre-registration and $50 commitment deposit required prior to first class. Fee will be refunded after you complete the class. Register/ Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

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 or 815-636-9880.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Chair Yoga every Friday at noon, Kundalini Yoga every Saturday at 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Registration for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 . Info: 815-645-8872.

Registration for Owl Prowl – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Mon., Feb. 16 7 p.m. Take a night hike; meet at Jarrett Center. $2/person. Register by Feb. 8. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Reservation for PAWS Humane Society Fur Ball Dinner – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Feb. 11. Cocktails, 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30, live auction 8 p.m. Info: 815-299-PAWS (7297) or www. PAWSHS.org.

Registration for DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Feb.13, 15, 17 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 217.

Registration for Free EKG Screens for High School Students – Heart Hospital at SwedishAmerican, Rockford. Date: Feb. 15. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Info: 815-968-4400, ext. 62894 or asammons@swedishamerican.org.

Registration for “Behavior & Discipline Issues for Parents and Grandparents Raising Grandchildren” – St. Mary’s Church, 220 E. 2nd St., Byron. Date: Feb. 16. 6-9 p.m. Training for parents of students receiving special education services. 3 CPDUs available for educators. Register by Feb. 9. Info: 866-436-7842, ext. 107.

Reservation for Chocolate Dinner at Social – Social Urban Bar & Restaurant, 509 E. State St. Date: Feb. 13, 5:30 p.m. cocktail hour, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Reserve at 815-708-0877.

Reservation for Valentine’s Day at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Feb. 14. 5 pm. -close. Choice of 3- or 5-course meal. Reserve at 815-968-9463.

Reservation for Un-Valentine’s Day at Social – Social Urban Bar & Restaurant, 509 E. State St. Date: Feb. 14. 4 p.m.-close. For those who have no one special; treat yourself. $5 select craft cocktails, $25 absinthe tours, $35 three-course dinner, or regular full dinner menu. Reserve at: 815-708-0877.

Registration for “Financing Your Storefront” – Carlyle Brewing, 215 E. State St. Date: Feb. 16. 3-5 p.m. Financial professionals will offer tips on applying for loans from SBA. Info on tax credits. No charge if you pre-register at 815-977-5124 or e-mail cathy.mcdermott@rrdp.org. Fee of $10 for those not pre-registered. Seating is limited.

Registration for Small Business Luncheon & Al Lautenslager Workshops – Clock Tower Resort, 7801 E. State St. Presented by EIGERlab. Date: Feb. 16. Workshops I and II – 10-11:15 a.m.; luncheon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $40/person. Register by Wednesday, Feb. 15 at rockfordchamber.com or by mail to: EIGERlab, 605 Fulton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103. Info: 815-965-3522.

Registration for Ninth Annual Journey of the Heart Auction Benefit – Forest Hills Country Club, 5135 Forest Hills Road. Date: Feb. 17. Benefit for The Haven Network. 6 p.m. social hour & silent auction; 6:30 p.m. dinner; 7 p.m. live auction. Cost: $50/person. Register by Feb. 10. Info: 815-962-1512.

Registration for “Soap Making Workshop” – Angelic Organics Learning Center, Caledonia, Ill. Date: Feb. 18. 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Cost: $60. Pre-register at 815-389-8455 or www.learngrowconnect.org.

Registration for Native Gardening Tips and Tricks – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park,11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. Date: Feb. 21, 6:30 p.m. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Register by Feb. 20 at 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Questions about Right-to-Carry? Come to Town Hall Meeting, Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m. at Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Feb. 8

Annual Spring Auto Show – CherryVale Mall, thru Feb. 12. Featuring nearly 100 new cars, trucks and vans. A $10,000 donation will be made to a Rockford charity on behalf of the Rockford New Car Dealers Association. Shoppers can nominate their favorite charity by submitting an entry form. Entry forms available at participating dealer displays as well as through any Rockford new car dealership. Entries must be completed and returned to dealer displays by 5 p.m., Feb. 12.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Excel 2010 in a Day – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 2nd Floor Computer Room, 215 N. Wyman St. Noon-6 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must have good understanding of MS Word, esp. copy & paste functions, and have used Excel. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Anime/Manga Club – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Main St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Hockey: Rockford Ice Hogs vs. Lake Erie Monsters – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level): $27; Lower Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Thursday, Feb. 9

RockStat Meeting – Heartland Community Church Chapel, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 9 a.m. City of Rockford monthly accountability forum.

Applications/Workshop for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship – Booker Washington Community Center, 524 Kent. St. 5-7:30 p.m. Workshops open to public, male and female. Applications available at all area high schools, public libraries and members of the organization or RACDSTscholarship@hotmail.com.

Walk-In Cholesterol Screening Clinic – Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. “Heart Month Special” on Lipid Panel and Comprehensive Metabolic panel, $25. Tests require a 10-hour fast, but it is recommended to drink plenty of water prior to screening. Info: 815-720-4000.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Winnebago Buy Local 2012 Kick-off Celebration – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 6 p.m. All local businesses that attend will be given a ticket to put into a drawing for door prizes. Completed registration forms and check for $50 can be mailed to Winnebago Buy Local c/o: Culture Shock, 2314 Charles St., Rockford, IL 61104. Info: 815-229-2997, 815-964-9767 or contact@winnebagobuy local.com.

“Native Americans, Pipestone Artifacts and Prehistory of the Midwest in the Rock River Valley” – Rockford Society, Archaeological Institute of America, Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 7:30 p.m. With Prof. Shannon Fie of Beloit College. Free.

QuickBooks Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6 Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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.

The Skin I’m In – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Loco for Choco! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages13 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sweet Tooth Styles – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Main St. 5-5:45 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Black History Event: From Anansi to Brer Rabbit – Trickster Tales from Africa and the Americas – Rock Valley College Student Center Atrium, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 6:30 p.m. With guest Shanta Nurullah. Free.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

“Five Reasons for Global Hope” – Rockford College Fisher Chapel, 5050 E. State St. 4 p.m. Opening Lecture of the Father Robert Verstynen Lecture Series, presented by Jim Kenney, executive director of Common Ground. Free, but tickets required. Info: 815-226-4100.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Comedy Night with Keith Kelly & Friends – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Friday, Feb. 10

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 4-6 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

OSF Services for Seniors – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Volunteer Services Office, 5666 E. State St. 9-11 a.m. SHIP volunteers will be available. Info: 815-395-5064.

Ribbon Cutting for Salvino’s Italian Restaurant & Jazz Lounge – Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. Noon.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

After Hours Book Discussion: Stems with Flowers – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 7-9 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Chicago Wolves – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level): $27; Lower Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Walk-In Cholesterol Screening Clinic – Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 8 a.m.-noon “Heart Month Special” on Lipid Panel and Comprehensive Metabolic panel, $25. Tests require a 10-hour fast, but it is recommended to drink plenty of water prior to screening. Info: 815-720-4000.

Nature Rocks Family Nature Club: For the Birds – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park,11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. 10-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10/family. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Junior Naturalist Training – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park,11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. 1-4 p.m. Free; refreshments provided. Register by Feb. 9. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Cricut Swarm – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring Cricut machine and 2 fairly new mats, cartridges, Plantin SchoolBook and George and Basic Shapes. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Valentine Potluck and Chocolate Dessert Sale – Second Congregational Church, 318 N. Church St. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch: Bring a light Valentine entree to serve 6-8. Breads, beverages and dessert will be provided. Dessert: Bring a dessert item priced and wrapped for sale. Speaker Andrea Wright, AAUW member. RSVP by Feb. 8 to 815-877-4762 or joysd248@att.net.

AYSO Spring Soccer Registration – Culver’s of Rockford, 1224 Bennington Road. 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Registration for American Youth Soccer Organization. The first 100 children to register receive a free limited edition soccer ball with Culver’s and AYSO logos. Kids’ meals only $2 during registration with purchase of a value basket or dinner. Info: 815-633-6550.

RiverHawks Free Youth Clinic – Wallbangers Academy, 7135 Clinton Road, Loves Park. 10:30-11:30 a.m. For ages 7-13; spots for up to 25 kids. Info: 815-885-2255.

Saturday Spectacular: Amazing Animal Adventures – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

The Illinois Ghost Hunters Conference w/Willy Adkins, Ursula Beilski, Michael Kleen, David H. Lowery, Amelia Cotter, Rob Conover and a special performance by Macaroney Jack – The House Café, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. Noon-8 p.m. $12 cover or $10 online. Info: 815-787-9547.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Kid Concert — Magic Matt – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center at 3 p.m. All ages. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Children younger than 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Info: 815-965-7606.

PAWS Humane Society Fur Ball Dinner – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Cocktails, 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30, live auction 8 p.m. Info: 815-299-PAWS (7297) or www. PAWSHS.org.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Lincoln Day Dinner & Program – Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner and program, hosted by Republicans from northern Illinois. Speakers: U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) and U.S. Rep. Bobby Schilling (R-17), local officials and candidates. Tickets: $55/person. Info: 815-387-2874 or www.wcrcc.com.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Paranormal Evening at Camp Grant Museum – 1004 Samuelson Road, Rockford. 7-9 p.m. Dinner and ghost stories with guest Mark Dorsett. Choice of pork loin or vegetable lasagna. Cost: $25. Reserve at: www.hauntedrockford.com.

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Chicago Wolves – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level): $27; Lower Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Sunday, Feb. 12

The Music Academy Barnes & Noble Book Fair – Barnes & Noble, 7200 Harrison Ave., CherryVale Mall. Noon-5 pm. Benefit for The Music Academy’s scholarship, financial aid and professional development fund. Book vouchers available. Can’t attend? Visit BN.com/bookfairs and enter Bookfair ID 10616803.

Sweetheart Skiing –Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center. 1-4 p.m. All ages. $2 person. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Chocolate Sundae Sunday – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. 2-4 p.m. Design your own sundae. Music by Dixieland Docs. Admission to general public, $2.50/ person, members $1.50; admission to museum extra. Info: 815-963-6769.

Corks and Conversation Wine Tasting – Ciao Bella Restaurant, 6500 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 4-7 p.m. Benefit for Discovery Center Museum. Includes appetizers, desserts, silent auction. Dress is casual. Tickets: $25/person. Reserve by Feb. 10 at 815-972-2839 or http://discoverycentermuseum.org/happening/corks.asp.

Huntington’s DiseaseSupport Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony & St. Joseph’s rooms, 5666 E. State St. 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-282–0600.

Sweetheart Skate Event – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Enjoy skating to music by a DJ with your loved ones or special sweetheart. Learn to Skate lessons. Admission: $5 includes skate rental, ages 2 and under, free. Info: 815-969-4069 or 815-987-8800.

Monday, Feb. 13

Coupons for Fund-raiser for “Thrivent Builds” Lutheran Habitat House – Denali’s Pizza, 4190 Newburg Road. 15 percent of your purchase (before tax) will be donated to Rockford 2012 “Thrivent Builds” Habitat for Humanity home. Pick up your Denali’s coupon at a Lutheran church. Info: 815-708-6523.

Fun Fair: Down on the Farm – Pecatonica High School gym, 1300 Main St., Pecatonica. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cake Walk, games, raffle. Food and drink available for purchase. Open to the public.

“Candidates’ Night” for Democratic State Candidates – JustGoods Fair Trade Store, 201 Seventh St. 7-8:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by Rockford Progressive Meetup and Winnebago County Democrats. Free.

Inspirational speaker Tom Zuba – Grace United Methodist Church, 3555 McFarland Road, Rockford. 1 and 7 p.m. Personal stories about healing, God, joy, and his 20-year journey of death and resurrection after the loss of his infant daughter. Donations invited to support 900 homeless students in Rockford Public Schools in memory of Rory Brennan Zuba. Free.

TeenWired Café – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 5-7:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games, surf the Internet, make some crafts. Info: 815-965-7606.

Peace Corps Poster Art Reception – JustGoods Fair Trade Gallery, 201 Seventh St. Exhibit runs Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Reception for Peace Corps returnees,1 p.m. Posters offered to public for suggested donation of $10 each. Info: 815-624-7622 or 815-964-7111.

Lap-Band Bariatric Procedure Program – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony Room, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. Info: 815-227–2274 or www.lapband.com.

DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 217.

Chocolate Dinner at Social – Social Urban Bar & Restaurant,509 E. State St. 5:30 p.m. cocktail hour, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Reserve at 815-708-0877.

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 . Info: 815-645-8872.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sweet Tooth Styles – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Valentine Party – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St. 6 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Design a quilt square, games, stories, crafts, activities. Info: 815-332-5161.

Excel – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must have a good understanding of MS Word. Info: 815-965-7606.

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Coupons for Fund-raiser for “Thrivent Builds” Lutheran Habitat House – Denali’s Pizza, 4190 Newburg Road. 15 percent of your purchase (before tax) will be donated to Rockford 2012 “Thrivent Builds” Habitat for Humanity home. Pick up your Denali’s coupon at a Lutheran church. Info: 815-708-6523.

Art with Heart – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Valentine art. Info: 815-965-7606.

Art with Heart – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Valentine art. Info: 815-965-7606.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Second Tuesday Book Group: The Forgotten Waltz – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

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From the Feb. 8-14, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Opening Jan. 28: About Robots: The Interactive Exhibition thru April 29. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is now first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Rockford Park District Indoor Adult Golf Clinics – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Mondays, 12:30-1:20 p.m. or 1:30-2:20 p.m. Taught by PGA members and apprentices. Thru March 14. Info: 815-987-8800.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Computer classes Mon. and Wed. from 9:30-11:30 a.m. beginning March 12 thru April 11. Class will meet two times per week for 5 weeks. Class size is limited. Pre-registration and $50 commitment deposit required prior to first class. Fee will be refunded after you complete the class. Register/ Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

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. Info: 815-632-9880 or 815-563-4309 or 815-275-7179.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Chair Yoga every Friday at noon, Kundalini Yoga every Saturday at 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Registration for The Winter Zodiac – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 3. 7-8 p.m. For ages 6 and up. Meet at Weiskopf Observatory. Free. Register by Feb. 2. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Trip to Art Institute – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 8. Meet at Jarrett Center at 10 a.m. All ages. Cost: $15/person or $25/couple. Museum fees not included. Register by Feb. 6. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 . Info: 815-645-8872.

Registration for Owl Prowl – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Mon., Feb. 16 7 p.m. Take a night hike; meet at Jarrett Center. $2/person. Register by Feb. 8. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Reservation for PAWS Humane Society Fur Ball Dinner – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Feb. 11. Cocktails, 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30, live auction 8 p.m. Info: 815-299-PAWS (7297) or www. PAWSHS.org.

Reservations for Valentine Potluck and Chocolate Dessert Sale – Second Congregational Church, 318 N. Church St. Date: Feb. 11. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch: Bring a light Valentine entree to serve 6-8. Breads, beverages and dessert will be provided. Chocolate Dessert: Bring a dessert item priced and wrapped for sale. Speaker Andrea Wright, AAUW member. RSVP by Feb. 8 to 815-877-4762 or joysd248@att.net.

Registration for Sweetheart Skiing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 12, 1-4 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. $2/person. Register by Feb. 8. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Upcoming: Kid Concert – Magic Matt – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Feb. 11. Meet at Jarrett Center at 3 p.m. All ages. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Coupons for Fund-raiser for “Thrivent Builds” Lutheran Habitat House – Denali’s Pizza, 4190 Newburg Road. Dates: Feb. 13 and 14. 15 percent of your purchase (before tax) will be donated to Rockford 2012 “Thrivent Builds” Habitat for Humanity home. Pick up your Denali’s coupon at a Lutheran church. Info: 815-708-6523.

Registration for Free EKG Screens for High School Students – Heart Hospital at SwedishAmerican, Rockford. Date: Feb. 15. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Info: 815-968-4400, ext. 62894 or asammons@swedishamerican.org.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Volunteer Tutors Needed – The Literacy Council Tutor Workshop Series invites you to sign up. Six classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays at 982 N. Main St.. Feb. 6 & 7. Info: 815-963-READ (7323).

Wednesday, Feb. 1

Environmental Film Series: Windfall – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 6-10 p.m. Cost: $1. Discussion to follow. Advance registration: 815-921-3900.

Ohio Valley Gold & Silver Refinery Roadshow – Holiday Inn, 7550 E. State St. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Online system connects with 10,000-plus collectors. Info: 217-726-7590.

Free Admission at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St., Rockford. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Highlights: “Herbal Teas & Your Health” – 5-6 p.m. Shop at Garden Gate Gifts. Info: 815-987-8898.

Free EKG Screenings for High School Students – Belvidere Medical Center, 1700 Henry Luckow Lane. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 5:30 p.m. Info: 815-968-4400, ext. 62894 or asammons@swedishamerican.org.

RU Ready to be an Entrepreneur? – Rock Valley College Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Free. Sponsored by SCORE. Info: www.northernillinoisscore.org/workshop-ruready.html.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Monthly Movies @ Main: Priest –Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. Rated PG-13. Ages 12-19. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Online Job Search – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 pm. Ages 13 and older. Must be proficient with Internet Explorer. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Young Adult Advisory Board – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. How can the library better serve youth? To apply, see Kathi Kresol in Youth Services, call or e-mail her at 815-965-7606, ext. 682 or kkresol@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.

Lizard Man & Joe Keith: Comedy – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. 8 p.m. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Feb. 2

Walk-In Cholesterol Screening Clinic – Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. “Heart Month Special” on Lipid Panel and Comprehensive Metabolic panel, $25. Tests require a 10-hour fast, but it is recommended to drink plenty of water prior to screening. Info: 815-720-4000.

Winnebago County Candidates Forum – Allen Chapel, 3000 Rural St. 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by AAUW, League of Women Voters and others.

Ohio Valley Gold & Silver Refinery Roadshow – Holiday Inn, 7550 E. State St. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Online system connects with 10,000-plus collectors. Info: 217-726-7590.

Career Expo and Job Fair – Community Building Complex, 111 W. First St., Belvidere. Noon-4 p.m. Hosted by The Workforce Connection. Info: www.theworkforceconnection.org.

Blue Blazers Toastmasters Meeting – Hamilton Sundstrand, 4747 Harrison Ave. Noon-1 p.m. Info: 815-968-6860.

Free “Leaving Your Legacy” Workshop – Booker Washington Center, 524 Kent St. 1 p.m. Learn how to preserve family photos, birth records, marriage licenses, military records, awards, trophies, more. Sponsored by Lifescape Community Services, Inc., and Booker Washington Center. Info: 815-962-9117.

Career College for High School Students Info – Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center, 4151 Samuel-son Road. 6-7:30 p.m. Learn about dual credit courses, get help in filling out RVC applications. Info: 815-921-4086.

Internet – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Introduction to computers or the equivalent. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Beginning Computer for the Absolute Beginner – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Love Your Library – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15-12:15 p.m. All ages. Must enter by side door. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sweet Tooth Styles – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Turning 65–Get the Facts – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 50 and older. Social Security, Original Medicare Parts A and B, supplemental insurance, Medicare Parts C and D, info on eligibility, enrollment, benefits. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Happiness Club Meeting – North Suburban Library, 6340 N. Second St., Loves Park. 6:30-8 p.m. Speaker Jodell Gabriel presents an overview of aromatherapy. Free. Info: 888-637-3563.

Concert of Prayer – St. Luke’s Missionary Baptist Church, 2919 19th St. 7 p.m. Worship & prayer, open to public. Sponsored by National Day of Prayer Committee and Rockford Renewal Ministires. Info: 815-962-6246.

Nondenominational Bible Talks on New Testament Teachings of Jesus – Winnebago Farm Bureau, 1925 S. Meridian Road. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. All are welcome. Info: 815-670-4387.

QuickBooks Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6 Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Main St. 5-5:45 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

QuickBooks – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must be able to mail merge in MS Word and create a chart in MS Excel. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Feb. 3

Walk-In Cholesterol Screening Clinic – Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. “Heart Month Special” on Lipid Panel and Comprehensive Metabolic panel, $25. Tests require a 10-hour fast, but it is recommended to drink plenty of water prior to screening. Info: 815-720-4000.

“The Role of Philanthropic Advisors” – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 7:30-9 a.m. Presented by the Northern Illinois Planned Giving Council. Cost: $20 for NIPGC members, $35 for non-members. Registration fee includes breakfast. Info: 815-490-1620 or NIPGC@aol.com.

Ohio Valley Gold & Silver Refinery Roadshow – Holiday Inn, 7550 E. State St. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Online system connects with 10,000-plus collectors. Info: 217-726-7590.

Salsa Business Network Luncheon – Spider Sushi Bar & Restaurant, 4415 Harrison Ave., Rockford. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $12 at the door. RSVP at: 815-289-5970.

Benefit for Mitchel Krause Scholarship Fund – Park Lanes, 5318 N. Second St., Loves Park. Donations can also be made to Mitchel Krause Scholarship Fund, c/o Gateway Community Bank, 5390 Williams Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073. Info on event or scholarship: MK23memorial@gmail.com.

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 4-6 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

The Winter Zodiac – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 7-8 p.m. For ages 6 and up. Meet at Weiskopf Observatory. Free. Register by Feb. 2. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

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.

Girlz Talk – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 9-13. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Monster Jam – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7:30 p.m. Monster truck series showcasing freestyle and racing competition among machines averaging 12 feet by 12 feet, weighing at least 10,000 pounds. Tickets: $20 adults, $5 children age 12 and younger, limited number of Gold Circle seats available. Info: 815-968-5222. $5 discount coupons available at participating Advance Auto Parts locations thru Feb. 3.

Saturday, Feb. 4

Walk-In Cholesterol Screening Clinic – Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Road. 8 a.m.-noon “Heart Month Special” on Lipid Panel and Comprehensive Metabolic panel, $25. Tests require a 10-hour fast, but it is recommended to drink plenty of water prior to screening. Info: 815-720-4000.

Ohio Valley Gold & Silver Refinery Roadshow – Holiday Inn, 7550 E. State St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Online system connects with 10,000-plus collectors. Info: 217-726-7590.

Atwood Wanderings – Atwood Park, 2685 New Milford School Road. Morning or afternoon. Fee: $7/person ($9 non-resident), or bring a sack lunch and save $2 by signing up for same-day morning and afternoon programs. Info: 815-987-8800.

February Visit Day – Rockford College, Burpee Center, 5050 E. State St. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Application fee will be waived if students fill out their application form today. Reserve at: 815-226-4050 or 800-892-2984 or http://www.rockford.edu/?VisitDay.

Turner Hall Open House – 1217 17th Ave., Monroe, Wis. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Creative room displays and decor, entree & wine sampling, facility tours, slide presentation, drawings for Ratskeller gift certificates, etc. Info: 608-325-3461.

Winter Trails & Naturalist Tales – Atwood Center, 2685 New Milford School Road. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Presented by U of I Extension-Winnebago County. Fee: $30, includes lunch, two keynote speakers, one guided outdoor hike and snowshoe rental. Register at 815-986-4357 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/sw.

Traditional Japanese Snow Viewing Tea Ceremony – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Ceremony times from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $25/person; reservations required. Limited to 15 participants for each of the times. Info: 815-229-9390, ext. 10.

Paper Bag Princess Party – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St. 1 p.m. Ages 3 and older. Children’s program based on the book, The Paper Bag Princess. Info: 815-332-5161.

Winnebago & Boone Counties Genealogical Society – Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road. 1:30 p.m. Program about Greenwood Cemetery history. Free, open to all interested persons. Info: 815-230-1040.

Saturday Spectacular: Terrific Teeth!- Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Water Your Roots: Grow Your Family Tree – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 3-5:15 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Discover your ancestry. Info: 815-965-7606,

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Monster Jam – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. Pit party, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monster truck series showcasing freestyle and racing competition at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Machines averaging 12 feet by 12 feet, weighing at least 10,000 pounds. Tickets: $20 adults, $5 children age 12 and younger, limited number of Gold Circle seats available. Info: 815-968-5222. $5 discount coupons available at participating Advance Auto Parts locations thru Feb. 3.

Sunday, Feb. 5

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Breakfast – Monroe Township Firefighters Association, 104 West St., Monroe Center, Wis. 7-11 a.m. Cost: $7.50 adults, $3 children ages 6-12, age 5 and younger, free.

Frosty and Friends Ice Skating – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. 2-4 p.m. Learn to Skate lessons, music by a live DJ, prize drawings. Admission includes skate rental, $5; free for ages 2 and younger. Info: 815-987-8800.

Monday, Feb. 6

The Skin I’m In – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Applications/Workshop for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship – DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb. 5-7 p.m. and Freeport School Dist. Admin. Office, 5-8 p.m. Workshops open to public, male and female. Applications available at all area high schools, public libraries and members of the organization, or e-mail to RACDSTscholarship@hotmail.com.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Valentine Party – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St. 6 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Design a quilt square, games, stories, crafts, activities. Info: 815-332-5161.

MS PowerPoint 2010 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with computers. Info: 815-965-7606.

Excel – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must have a good understanding of MS Word. Info: 815-965-7606.

Infant/Toddler CPR – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Cost: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

Tuesday, Feb. 7

Benefit for Jimmy Newcomer – Texas Roadhouse, 7240 Walton St. 2-10 p.m. Dinner fund-raiser and silent auction to help 19-year-old serving assistant who was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Special appearances by Rockford IceHogs. Restaurant will donate all tips and 10 percent of all sales to Jimmy’s family.

Love Your Library – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. Noon-12:45 p.m. All ages. Must enter by side door. Info: 815-965-7606.

Beginning MS Word 2010 – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with mouse and keyboard. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sweet Tooth Styles – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Garlic Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. 5-9 p.m. Cost: $40/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-968-9463.

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

Northwest Illinois Audubon Society Meeting – St. John United Church of Christ, Freeport. 7 p.m. Topic: “Do We Live Above An Underground Lake?” Speaker Larry Lyons, a master groundwater contractor. Free.

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Feb. 1-7, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Opening Jan. 28: About Robots: The Interactive Exhibition thru April 29. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is now first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Rockford Park District Indoor Adult Golf Clinics – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Mondays, 12:30-1:20 p.m. or 1:30-2:20 p.m. Taught by PGA members and apprentices. Thru March 14. Info: 815-987-8800.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Computer classes Mon. and Wed. from 9:30-11:30 a.m. beginning March 12 thru April 11. Class will meet two times per week for 5 weeks. Class size is limited. Pre-registration and $50 commitment deposit required prior to first class. Fee will be refunded after you complete the class. Register/ Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

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. Info: 815-632-9880 or 815-563-4309 or 815-275-7179.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Chair Yoga every Friday at noon, Kundalini Yoga every Saturday at 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Nominations sought for NLI George & Barbara Fell Award – Individuals with outstanding achievements in land conservation. Submit to Natural Land Institute, 815-964-6666 or www.NaturalLand.org. Deadline: Jan. 27.

Reservations for OSF St. Anthony 58th Annual Pink Ball – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Jan. 28, 6 p.m. Info/tickets: 815-395-5333.

Reservations for Garlic Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Feb. 7, 5-9 p.m. Cost: $40/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-96-9463.

Registration for Ice Fishing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 29. Meet at Jarrett Center at 7a.m., fish until 10 a.m. $5. For all ages, younger than 5 is free. Register by Jan. 27. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 with 45-minute preview of program Sun., Jan. 29 at 12:30 p.m. Info: 815-645-8872.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Jan. 25

Free Admission at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St., Rockford. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Highlights: “Herbal Teas & Your Health” — 5-6 p.m. Shop at Garden Gate Gifts. Info: 815-987-8898.

26th Annual Snow Sculpting Competition – Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St. Eight teams from Illinois compete.

Public Meeting to Discuss Plan for Amateur Sports in Rockford Region – Rockford Park District Webbs Norman Center, Board Room, 401 S. Main St. 5:30 p.m. Copy of plan is available at www.reclaimingfirst.org.

DigiPhoto – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-4 p.m. Ages 16 and older. Bring camera with memory card, all cables and power cord or charger and instruction booklet, also USB drive to save pictures. Info: 815-965-7606.

Free EKG Screenings for High School Students – Belvidere Medical Center, 1700 Henry Luckow Lane. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 5:30 p.m. Info: 815-968-4400, ext. 62894 or asammons@swedishamerican.org.

RU Ready to be an Entrepreneur? – Rock Valley College Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Free. Sponsored by SCORE. Info: www.northernillinoisscore.org/workshop-ruready.html.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

YA Monthly Movies @ Main: Priest –Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. Rated PG-13. Ages 12-19. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Online Job Search – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 pm. Ages 13 and older. Must be proficient with Internet Explorer. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Sticky Note Creation Competition – Rockford Public Library, Main Library YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-8 p.m. Ages 13-19. Build a video game character out of sticky notes. Info: 815-965-7606.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Jan. 26

Goodwill Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Mission Services/Administration Building, 615 N. Longwood St. 9 a.m. Tours to be given following the event. Speakers: Einar Forsman, president of Rockford Chamber of Commerce, and Sam Schmitz, president of Goodwill Industries.

26th Annual Snow Sculpting Competition – Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St. Eight teams from Illinois compete.

Bundle Up! – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting – 223 S. Winnebago St. 4 p.m. Info: 815-489-8500.

QuickBooks Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Owl Prowl – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 7 p.m. Take a night hike; meet at Jarrett Center. $2/person. Register by Jan. 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Katie’s Choice Book Club – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 10 a.m. Book: The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay. Info: 815-962-4279.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6 Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30–7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages younger than 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

To the Beach! – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Jan. 27

Comedy Night – Franchesco’s Ristorante, 2404 Perryville Road. 9 p.m. Hosted by Sky Drysdale, featuring Dobie Maxwell. $5 cover. Patrons can stop in early to receive 50 percent off appetizers. $2.50 Miller family bottles offered all night. Reserve: 815-229-0800.

71st Annual Winnebago Co. Soil & Water Conservation District Meeting & Awards Luncheon – Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. Registration at 11 a.m., lunch at noon. Election of directors and awards ceremony. Silent auction. Tickets: $14, from SWCD directors, office, 4833 Owen Center Road, or day of meeting. Call 815-965-2392, ext. 3.

26th Annual Snow Sculpting Competition – Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St. Eight teams from Illinois compete.

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.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Saturday, Jan. 28

About Robots: The Interactive Exhibition – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Admission to exhibit, $2 for members, $11 for public; includes museum admission. Thru April 29. Info: 815-963-6769.

26th Annual Snow Sculpting Competition – Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St. Eight teams from Illinois compete.

OSF Saint Anthony Sibling Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 10-11 a.m. Fee: $5/family. Registration is required. Info: 815-227-2695.

OSF Saint Anthony 58th Annual Pink Ball – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 6 p.m. Info/tickets: 815-395-5333.

Volunteer with PAWS Open Houses – Four PAWS ReSale Boutique, 1414 N. Main St. and PETCO, 6305 E. State St., Forest Plaza. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Talk to representatives and find out how you can help. Info: 815-299-7297 or www.PAWSHS.org.

Winter Festival – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 1 p.m. Winter stories, games, crafts, sledding relay, snowball relay, scavenger hunt, snow science station, bird feeder creation, etc. Info: 815-332-5161.

Saturday Spectacular: Rob Erdmann – Magician Extraordinaire! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Aloha Winter Luau – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-4:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Alpha Club Monthly Potluck – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. For widowed persons. Gentlemen bring drinks or snacks, ladies bring a dish to pass. Info: 815-633-9530.

Ethnic Heritage Museum Celebrates Black History Month – 1129 S. Main St. “A Salute to the Divine Nine” exhibit (Greek letter African-American fraternities and sororities), 2-4 p.m. Italian Dinner Buffet/Divine Nine showcase with Step Show, Burpee Center, Regents Hall, Rockford College, 6 p.m. Tickets: $35 adults, $15 students. Info: 815-962-7402.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Fourth Annual Groundhog Gala – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. 6-9 p.m. Music, exhibitors, silent auction, open bar. Tickets: $30 each or two for $50. Info: 815-895-9777.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Paranormal Evening at the Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 S. Kent St., Rockford. 7-9 p.m. With presentation by author Stephen Osborne. Cost: $15. Info: 815-871-4239.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Milwaukee Admirals – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20’ Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Sunday, Jan. 29

Open House & Book Fair – St. Paul Lutheran School, 811 Locust St., Rockford. Noon-3 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Learn about 42 percent tuition reduction beginning next school year; enjoy activities. Art show of students’ work; 1:30 p.m. band concert. Info: 815-3335, ext. 215 or www.stpaulrockford.org/school.

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 with 45-minute preview of program Sun., Jan. 29 at 12:30 p.m. Info: 815-645-8872.

About Robots: The Interactive Exhibition – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 1-4 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Admission to exhibit, $2 for members, $11 for public; includes museum admission. Thru April 29. Info: 815-963-6769.

Ethnic Heritage Museum Celebrates Black History Month – 1129 S. Main St. “A Salute to the Divine Nine” exhibit (Greek letter African-American fraternities and sororities), 2-5 p.m. Unveiling of exhibit & reception, 2-5 p.m. at the museum. Info: 815-962-7402.

An Afternoon with Mrs. Lincoln – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 2 p.m. Actress Laura F. Keyes shares Mrs. Lincoln’s story of life and losses. Free. Info: 815-332-5161.

CROP Hunger Walk Thank You Dessert Event – Christ United Methodist Church, 4509 Highcrest Road. 3 p.m. Presentation of check to Rockford Food Pantry Coalition; hear speaker Dawn Rourke, executive director of Midwest Region Church World Service. RSVP: 815-540-3703 or davidj6226@aol.com.

Art Workshop – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Noon-4 p.m. Meet at Keller Center. For ages 6 and up. Cost: $10/person. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Frosty and Friends Ice Skating – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. 2-4 p.m. Learn to Skate lessons, music by a live DJ, prize drawings. Admission includes skate rental, $5; free for ages 2 and younger. Info: 815-987-8800.

Monday, Jan. 30

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

MS PowerPoint 2010 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Proficient familiarity with computers. Info: 815-965-7606.

Infant/Toddler CPR – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Cost: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

Tuesday, Jan. 31

Alzheimer’s Association Educational Program – Rock River Area Branch, 93 S. Hennepin, Dixon. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Speaker Aubrie McShane, education specialist with Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter. Free and open to public, but registration by Jan. 30 is required. Info: 800-285-1100.

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

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Jan. 25-31, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7 adults, $7 children. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is now first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Rockford Park District Indoor Adult Golf Clinics – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Mondays, 12:30-1:20 p.m. or 1:30-2:20 p.m. Taught by PGA members and apprentices. Thru March 14. Info: 815-987-8800.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

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. Info: 815-632-9880 or 815-563-4309 or 815-275-7179.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Chair Yoga every Friday at noon, Kundalini Yoga every Saturday at 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Nominations sought for NLI George & Barbara Fell Award – Individuals with outstanding achievements in land conservation. Submit to Natural Land Institute, 815-964-6666 or www.NaturalLand.org. Deadline: Jan. 27.

Reservations for Potato Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Jan. 24, 5-9 p.m. Cost: $40/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-968-9463.

Reservations for Garlic Dinner at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Feb. 7, 5-9 p.m. Cost: $40/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-968-9463.

Registration for Owl Prowl – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Thursday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m. Take a night hike; meet at Jarrett Center. $2/person. Register by Jan. 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Ice Fishing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Jan. 22 and 29. Meet at Jarrett Center at 7a.m., fish till 10 a.m. $5. For all ages, under 5 is free. Register by Jan. 20 or 27. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Art Workshop – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Sunday, Jan. 29. 12-4 p.m. For ages 6 and older. $10 /person. Meet at Keller Center. Register by Jan. 25. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – Valley Evangelical Covenant Church, 103 S. Maple St. (Rt. 72 & Maple St.), Stillman Valley. Program starts Feb. 13 with 45-minute preview of program Sun., Jan. 29 at 12:30 p.m. Info: 815-645-8872.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Jan. 18

Free Admission at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St., Rockford. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Highlights: “Herbal Teas & Your Health” – 5-6 p.m. Shop at Garden Gate Gifts. Info: 815-987-8898.

“Living with Alzheimer’s” program – Alzheimer’s Association, 1111 S. Alpine Road, Suite 307. Dates: Jan. 18-Feb. 1, 1-3 p.m. Info: 815-484-1300.

SHIP Services for Seniors – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Volunteer Services office, 5666 E. State St. 9-11 a.m. With SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) volunteers. Appointments required by calling 815-395-5064.

“Woman to Woman” Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony for Cancer Care, Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Blackhawk Woodcarvers Meeting – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. 9-10 a.m. Open Carving, 8:30-11 a.m. Info: 815-393-4581.

Trip to Cave of the Mounds – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center at 10 a.m. Cost: $15/person, $25/couple. All ages welcome. Cave admission not included. Register by Jan. 12 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Prezi – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 pm. Ages 13 and older. Must be familiar with click and drag, copy and paste and PowerPoint software. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Bundle Up! – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Sticky Note Creation Competition – Rockford Public Library, Main Library YA Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-8 p.m. Ages 13-19. Build a video game character out of sticky notes. Info: 815-965-7606.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

Will You Ever Be Able to Retire? – North Suburban Library, 6340 N. Second St., Loves Park. 6:30-8 p.m. Rockford Retirement Resource Center presents the “Not Yet Wealthy” free “Money Workshop” that reveals secrets that banks, credit card companies and the IRS aren’t telling you and are afraid to find out. Reservation is required. Info: 800-756-6607.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Beloit International Film Festival Sneak Peek Event – Franchesco’s Ristorante, 7128 Spring Creek Road. 5:30-7:30 p.m. See trailers for some of the top films for this year’s festival. Open to public. Free.

Holistic Moms Network Meeting & Potluck – JustGoods, 201 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Meet new members, bring a dish to share. Info: 815-601-5564.

Book Discussion: Marching to the Mountaintop – Beloit College, Pearson Hall, Moore Lounge, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 7 p.m. Book by Ann Bausum tells the story of the Memphis sanitation workers’ strike and its impact on the final days of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life. Free. Info: 608-363-2849.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Jan. 19

Breast Cancer Risk Reduction Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Class size is limited; registration is required. Info: 815-227-2618.

Katie’s Choice Book Club – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 10 a.m. Book: The Power of One by Bruce Courtenay. Info: 815-962-4279.

Joy for Everyday Living Luncheon – Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Noon-1:30 p.m. With Kelly Epperson, author, humorist, happiness coach. Creative Memories consultant Missie Pierson will present her story, “Questions.” Child care by reservation, door prizes. Info: 815-222-3015 or rcwcreservations@aol.com.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6 Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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.

“Lincoln, the Indispensable Man” – Rockford College, Fisher Memorial Chapel, 5050 E. State St. 4 p.m. Program by scholar and Abraham Lincoln biographer, Dr. Michael Burlingame. Part of the college’s Forum Series. Free, but tickets required. Info: 815-226-4100.

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

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 12-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

To the Beach! – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board games, Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Jan. 20

Occupy the Courts Rally – Stanley J. Roszkowski U.S. Courthouse, 211 S. Court St. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Occupy Rockford and other community groups will rally in opposition to the 2010 Supreme Court Citizens United vs. the Federal Elections Committee ruling that affirmed corporations are people and money is speech. This ruling allowed corporations to donate unlimited sums of money to election activities, much of it anonymously.

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.

Girlz Talk – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 9-13. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Chicago Wolves – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20’ Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Saturday, Jan. 21

Boy Scout 24 Hour Fire & Food Drive – Highway 251 & Hononegah Road, Roscoe. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Donations of non-perishable food, paper products and hygiene products for Rockton Food Pantry. Monetary donations also accepted. Boy Scouts of Troop 622 will keep the fire going and offer coffee and hot chocolate. Also accepting old American flags for retirement ceremony at 4 p.m.

Rockford Public Schools Gifted Testing – Washington Gifted Academy, 1421 West St. 9 a.m.-noon for kindergarten. 12:30-3:30 p.m. for grades 1-4. Info: 815-966-3182.

Accounting Basics for the Small Business – EIGERlab, 605 Fulton Ave. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Presented by SCORE, facilitated by Dave Rumple of Rumple’s Tax and Consulting Services. Free. Info: ww.northernillinoisscore.org/workshop-accounting-tips-practices.html.

Monster Rats of the Ice Age — Giant Rodents – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. 1-2:30 p.m. $18 per child members, $20 per child non-members. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-3433.

Winter Bird Hike – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 8-10:30 a.m. Meet at the Nature Center. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Info: 815-335-2915.

Keith Country Day School Information Fair – Keith Country Day School, 1 Jacoby Place. 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Keithschool.com.

Get Moving: Playing with Food – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St. Noon-3 p.m. With Winnebago County Health Department, Univ. of Ill. Extension Office, Univ. of Ill. College of Medicine. Bean Sprouts–Hip and Health Kids Cafe will host a cooking class for kids age 5 and older, 2-2:30 p.m. and 2:30-3 p.m. Included with Museum admission: $7 adults, $7 children ages 2-17. Info: 815-963-6769.

Senior Drop-In Computer Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-4 p.m. Ages 55 and older. For beginners who know how to use a mouse and keyboard. Info: 815-965-7606.

Free YMCA Weekend – I.D. Pennock Branch, 200 Y Blvd., Rockford, and Northeast Branch, 8451 Orth Road, Loves Park. Open to the public with activities, games, tours, classes for all family members. No joiner fee. Info: 815-489-1253 (Pennock] or 815-489-3352 [Northeast].

Black Cinema Discussion Series: Their Eyes Were Watching God – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Train for “A Game of Shadows” – Gallowglass Academy, Inc., River Valley Complex, 605 S. Main St., Leaf River, Ill.

DigiScan – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your own laptop, external hard digitally. Future classes will teach drive or USB drive. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Saturday Spectacular: Wonderful Polar Bears! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

GED Fair – Rockford Career College, 1130 S. Alpine Road. 1-7 p.m. Sponsored by The Workforce Connection. Info: www.rockfordgedfair.org.

Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Info: 815-965-7606.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Green Drinks Series Kick-off – Cliffbreakers, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 5:30 p.m. Steve Ernst, exec. director of Rockford Metropolitan Area Planning, presents a report about Rockford area’s Sustainability Planning process. $10 wine & hors d’oeuvres, $4 green “Nibble of the Month.” Info: greendrinks.org.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Public Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Info: 815-963-7465.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Sunday, Jan. 22

Frosty and Friends Ice Skating – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. 2-4 p.m. Learn to Skate lessons, music by a live DJ, prize drawings. Admission includes skate rental, $5; free for ages 2 and younger. Info: 815-987-8800.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Milwaukee Admirals – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 5 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20’ Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Monday, Jan. 23

Word 2010 in a Day – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-6 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: Must have used MS Word in the past and have good mouse skills. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Discovering Wilderness: An Adventure Guide in Quetico Provincial Park – JustGoods, 201 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Guest Jane McMillan, wilderness guide, will speak to Blackhawk Chapter Sierra Club about her experiences backpacking and canoe trips on the Minnesota-Ontario border. Free, open to the public.

Infant/Toddler CPR – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Cost: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

90th State House District Debate – Stillman Valley High School, Stillman Valley. 7 p.m. Sponsored by Ogle County Young Republicans. Free.

Tuesday, Jan. 24

Potato Dinner – Abreo, 515 E. State St. 5-9 p.m. Cost: $40/person (excluding tax & gratuity). Seating is limited. RSVP: 815-96-9463.

RU Ready to be an Entrepreneur? – Cherry Valley Public Library District, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. PowerPoint presentation by Vernon Wanner of SCORE to help you start a business. 6:30 p.m. Info: 815-332-5161.

“Baby 101” – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, Foundation Room, 5556 E. State St. 7 p.m. Info: 815-227-2695.

Fourth Tuesday Book Discussion: The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Classroom C, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

How Will We Pay for College? – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 15 and older. Info about costs, scholarships, financial aid applications, loans, etc. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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From the Jan. 18-24, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

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. Info: 815-632-9880 or 815-563-4309 or 815-275-7179.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Lazy Dog Yoga Studio – 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. $10 per drop-in class or 6 classes for $50. Chair Yoga every Friday at noon, Kundalini Yoga every Saturday at 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

Nominations sought for NLI George & Barbara Fell Award – Individuals with outstanding achievements in land conservation. Submit to Natural Land Institute, 815-964-6666 or www.NaturalLand.org. Deadline: Jan. 27.

Registration for Schools Day Out – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 8606 W. County Road H, Beloit, Wis. Date: Jan. 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12. Cost: $14 per FWEC member, $20 nonmember. Register by Jan. 12. Info: 608-361-1377.

Registration for Trip to Cave of the Mounds – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 18. Meet at Jarrett Center at 10 a.m. Cost: $15/person, $25/couple. All ages welcome. Cave admission not included. Register by Jan. 12 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for “Living with Alz-heimer’s” program – Alzheimer’s Association, 1111 S. Alpine Road, Suite 307. Dates: Jan. 18-Feb. 1, 1-3 p.m. Info: 815-484-1300.

Registration for Third Annual Stone Bridge Trail Marathon & 5K Races – Date: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, 7 a.m. Race registration closes at 200 runners. Registration for marathon, $80 thru Oct. 5, $90 after. Registration for each 5K run is $25 thru October, $30 after. Info/Register: 815-623-5858 or www.ymcastonebridgemarathon.org.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Jan. 11

Trip to Chicago Art Institute – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Meet at Jarrett Center 10 a.m.-7 p.m. All ages. Cost: $15 person, $25 couple. Museum admission not included. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Book Signing Event: Webbs Norman – Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. 5-7 p.m. Webbs Norman’s book, Building a Lasting Dream 1909 to 2009: A History of the Rockford Park District. Public is welcome; books can be purchased at Garden Gate Gifts for a $20 donation. Info: 815-987-8800 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Partner Family Search for Habitat for Humanity – Salvation Army Building, 422 S. Main St., Belvidere. 5:30-7 p.m. Family must be able to perform at least 300 hours of sweat equity work on the home, be a Boone County resident for at least a year, and able to pay affordable monthly mortgage payments. Info: 815-288-6382.

H & R Block Blood Drive – 6373 E. State St. (in Forest Plaza next to Big Lots). 3-6 p.m. H & R Bl.ock offers any customer a free second-look review when they sign up to donate. First-time donors, bring a photo ID. Info/scheduling: 815-654-8848.

Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph’s rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Fathers are welcome. Free. Register at: 815-227-2696.

Celebrate Aldo Leopold’s Birthday – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 6:30-8:30 p.m. See the film Green Fire. Free. Info: 815-335-2915.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Houston Aeros – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 6:35 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20’ Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Jan. 12

Book Release: Webbs Norman Book – Building a Lasting Dream 1909 to 2009: A History of the Rockford Park District. Available at: Webbs Norman Center, 401 S. Main St., Rockford; Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park; Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St., Rockford.

Breast Cancer Risk Reduction Class – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Class size is limited; registration is required. Info: 815-227-2618.

Diversity Business Luncheon – Cliffbreakers Resort & Conference Center, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 11:30 a.m. Keynote speaker: Andrea Zopp, president of the Chicago Urban League. Cost: $35/person. Advance registration required at 815-218-3661 or online at www.rockfordkingday.com.

Invest in Yourself Luncheon – Giovanni‘s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road.11:30 a.m. Keynote speaker: Lisa Berlage. Guest speaker: Kelly Epperson. Sponsored by Wipfli Hewins Investment Advisors, LLC. Register/Info: 888-520-3040.

Look, Listen and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6 Info: 815-965-7606.

Bundle Up! – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Live Your Dream College Fair – Cliffbreakers Resort & Conference Center, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 6-8 p.m. High school students and their parents invited to explore college and career opportunities. Free.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages younger than 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board games, Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

YA Anime/Manga Club – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Jan. 13

Live Your Dream College Fair – Cliffbreakers Resort & Conference Center, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. High school students and their parents invited to explore college and career opportunities. Free.

SHIP Services for Seniors – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Volunteer Services office, 5666 E. State St. 9-11 a.m. With SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) volunteers. Appointments required by calling 815-395-5064.

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.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dinner – JT’s Bourbon St. Grille, 1407 N. Main St. 6 p.m. Commemorative dinner buffet honoring the civil rights leader, featuring some of his favorite foods. $10/ person or $6 RSVP. Info: 815-964-4400.

Cabin in the Woods Gathering – Severson Dells Nature Center: Rotary Forest Preserve. 6-7:30 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate, look for owls and animal tracks. Reservations required. Info: 815-335-2915.

After Hours Book Discussion: Their Eyes Were Watching God – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 7-9 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Saturday, Jan. 14

DigiScan – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Bring your own laptop, external hard digitally. Future classes will teach drive or USB drive. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Saturday Spectacular: You are SOOO Gross! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

In Print Writers’ Meeting – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 1-4 p.m. Info: 815-275-9226.

Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Info: 815-965-7606.

Pharmacy Technician School Class – Perryville Business Centers, 6957 Olde Creek Road. Suite 2300, Rockford. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hosted by Rx Tech Prep. Info: www.rxtechprep.net or 888-560-5953.

Nature Rocks Family Nature Club: Winter Sports – Welty Environmental Center & Rock County Parks. Gibbs Lake County Park outside Evansville, Wis. 10-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10/family. Info: 608-361-1377.

Railroad Lecture – Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent St. 2 p.m. Dr. Simon Cordery of Monmouth College will give the lecture.Tickets: $5 non-members, $2 members. Info: 815-964-2424.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Benefit for Diane McLain – Cliffbreakers Resort & Conference Center, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 4 p.m., dinner at 6. Heartland Hospice volunteer Diane McLain is herself a cancer victim; benefit is booked up, but if you would like to donate, go to annieryan1979@gmail.com.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Paranormal Evening at the Roadhouse Restaurant – 807 S. Seventh St., Oregon, Ill. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tour of the restaurant and history, presented by Mark Dorsett. Includes buffet dinner. $25/person. Info: 815-871-4239.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Public Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Info: 815-963-7465.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Sunday, Jan. 15

Frosty and Friends Ice Skating – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road. 2-4 p.m. Learn to Skate lessons, music by a live DJ, prize drawings. Admission includes skate rental, $5; free for ages 2 and younger. Info: 815-987-8800.

Illinois Prairies 1815-1840 – Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 2 p.m. Speaker Norm Moline, Ph.D. from University of Chicago. Based on pioneers’ historical journals. Free. Register at 815-332-5161 or www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us.

An Evening of Remembrance – St. Paul Church of God in Christ, 1001 Wigton Ave. 6 p.m. Free.

Monday, Jan. 16

A Day of Celebration – West Middle School, 1900 N. Rockton Ave. 11 a.m. Speakers: Dr. Robert Head, president of Rockford College; Jeremy DeWeerdt, lead pastor of Rockford First; Gloria Cudia, community activist. Performance by high school and community choirs. Free.

Martin Luther King Jr. School’s Out Ice Skating Session – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission: $5 adult, ($5.50 non-resident) and $4 youth ($4.50 non-resident); skate rental available for $2. Info: 815-969-4069 or 815-987-8800.

MLK Monday at Discovery Center – 711 N. Main St. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. In the art studio, kids can make their own Martin Luther King Dream Viewer. Museum admission: $7 for children and adults; children 1 and younger are admitted free.

App Inventor for Android – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 1-3 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Schools Day Out – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 8606 W. County Road H, Beloit, Wis. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12. Cost: $14 per FWEC member, $20 nonmember. Info: 608-361-1377.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Infant/Toddler CPR – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph rooms, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Cost: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

Katie’s Choice Book Club – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. 7 p.m. Book: The Power of One by Bruce Courtenay. Info: 815-962-4279.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Texas Stars – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 1p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20’ Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Tuesday, Jan. 17

January Life Breakfast – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. 7:30-8:45 a.m. Hosted by The Howard Center for Family, Religion & Society and World Congress of Families. Speaker: Dr. Alveda C. King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Cost: $20 adults, $15 students, $200 table; $100 program sponsors. Info: 815-964-5819.

Free EKGs Screenings for High School Students – Heart Hospital at SwedishAmerican, 1400 Charles St. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes and begin at 5:30 p.m. Info: 815-968-4400, ext. 62894.

“First and Third” Open Art Studio – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-6 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Finding Grants for a Non-Profit Organization – Rockford Public Library, Main Library second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Turning 65 – Get the Facts – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 50 and older. Social Security, original Medicare Parts A and B, Supplemental Insurance, Medicare Parts C and D. Info about eligibility, enrollment, benefits, resources. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

SwedishAmerican Caring Canines Program – SwedishAmerican Conference Center, 1401 E. State St. If you and your dog are registered with a therapy dog organization, consider attending a Temperament/Skills Assessment. Appointments available at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Info: 779-696-2166.

To the Beach! – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Jan. 11-17, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now featuring: Peanuts… Naturally. A lighthearted look at nature with Charlie Brown, thru Jan. 8, 2012. Now: Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz: An Appreciation of Peanuts. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

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.

Nominations sought for NLI George & Barbara Fell Award – Individuals with outstanding achievements in land conservation. Submit to Natural Land Institute, 815-964-6666 or www.NaturalLand.org. Deadline: Jan. 27.

Registration for Wander at the Wetland: Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road. Date: Jan. 8. 4:32-7:08 p.m. Enjoy the winter weather in the setting of a prairie, wetlands and forest during early evening. Attendees can snowshoe, ski, or hike; rent or bring your own equipment. Snowshoes, skis and kids’ equiment can be rented from Paddle & Trail at $10 rental fee (reserve equipment by Jan. 6). Admission free, but donations accepted. Register by Jan. 6: 815-964-6666.

Registration for Webelos Badge: Naturalist – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 10, 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $7/Webelo. Register by Jan. 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. Date: Jan. 11, 7-9 p.m. Included in “Baby 101” and Baby Express classes. Fathers are welcome. Info: 815-227-2695.

Celebrate Aldo Leopold’s Birthday – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. Date: Jan. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. See the film Green Fire. Free. Info: 815-335-2915.

Registration for Trip to Chicago Art Institute – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 11, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Cost: $15/person, $25/couple. Museum admission not included. Meet at Jarrett Center. Register by Jan. 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Reservations for January Life Breakfast – Hosted by The Howard Center for Family, Religion & Society and World Congress of Families. Date: Tues., Jan. 17, 7:30–8:45 a.m. at Giovanni’s. Speaker: Dr. Alveda C. King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Cost: $20 adults, $15 students, $200 table; $100 program sponsors. Info: 815-964-5819.

Registration for Trip to Cave of the Mounds – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 18. Meet at Jarrett Center at 10 a.m. Cost: $15/person, $25/couple. All ages welcome. Cave admission not included. Register by Jan. 12 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Jan. 4

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Financial Peace University – Rockford First Assembly of God, 5950 Spring Creek Road. 6 p.m. 13-week course taught by Dave Ramsey on DVD. Info/Register: 815-877-8000.

2012 World Hypnotism Day – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. Free hypnotism demonstrations and free hypnosis CDs. Stop smoking, lose weight, learn deep relaxation. Info: 815-397-5901.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

Young Adult Advisory Board Meeting – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. To apply, see Kathi Kresol in Youth Services, call her at 815-965-7606, ext. 682, or e-mail her at kkresol@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Jan. 5

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

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Infant literacy building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centree Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Bring a lunch. Info: 815-965-7606.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board games, Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Postal Service Public Meeting on Mail Processing Study – Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. 7 p.m. Consideration of consolidating mail processing operations. Rescheduled from earlier date.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Jan. 6

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.

Girlz Talk – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 9-13. Info: 815-965-7606.

Discovery After Dark: Fermentation Information – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park , 711 N. Main St. 6-10 p.m. Event featuring local brewers. Learn to layer liqueurs, turn juice into wine, and learn home-brew basics. More than 200 hands-on exhibits. Cash bar by Giovanni’s and samples from local vendors. Admission: $3 members, $10 public. Reservations at: www.discoverycentermuseum.org or call 815-972-2839.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Saturday, Jan. 7

RVC Student Enrollment – Rock Valley College Student Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. 8 a.m.-noon. Staff available to assist prospective students. Bring photo ID, ACT or SAT scores and previous college transcripts (if available.) Prior to coming, complete an enrollment form, available at www.rockvalleycollege.edu/enrollmentform.

Pharmacy Technician School Class – Perryville Business Centers, 6957 Olde Creek Road, Suite 2300, Rockford. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hosted by Rx Tech Prep. Info: www.rxtechprep.net or 888-560-5953.

Partner Family Search for Habitat for Humanity – Salvation Army Building, 422 S. Main St., Belvidere. 8:30-10 a.m. Family must be able to perform at least 300 hours of sweat equity work on the home, be a Boone County resident for at least a year, and able to pay affordable monthly mortgage payments. Info: 815-288-6382.

Health & Wellness Fair – Woman-space, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. With local author Gloriann Dawson, who will sign her new book, Chloe Tales, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Story of Rockford’s first K-9 hospice volunteer and pioneer of the hospice pet visitor program. Info: 815-877-0118.

Winter Survival for Families – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 10 a.m.-noon. All ages (accompanied by adult). Cost: $10 person, $25 family maximum. Hands-on workshop. Register by Jan. 5. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Winter Survival for Adults – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 1-3 p.m. Ages 14 years and up. Cost: $20 person. Learn the basics of living off the grid. Dress for outdoors. Materials included. Maximum of 20 participants; register by Jan. 5. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

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

“The Legend of Jesse James in Boone County” – Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road. 1:30 p.m. Hosted by Winnebago and Boone Counties Genealogical Society. Speaker Mike Doyle will explore the topic, “Was Jesse James really here?” Free. All interested persons welcome. Info: 815-230-1040.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Public Skating – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Info: 815-963-7465.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Sunday, Jan. 8

Adoption Information Meeting – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Hosted by Children’s Home & Aid Society. For reservations, call 815-962-1043 or 888-248-4335. Walk-ins welcome.

Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown! – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 1-4 p.m. Special nature activities, art and crafts. Design a bird feeder for Woodstock and his friends, create a ring that changes in sunlight, outline a glowing Snoopy constellation. Admission: $1 members, $10 public.

Remarkable Rookie Class Highlights Harlem Globetrotters’ Arrival into Rockford – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 2 p.m. Tickets: $18, at BMO Harris Bank Center box office, by phone at 815-968-5222 or www.harlemglobetrotters.com, www.thebmoharrisbankcenter.com.

Huntington’s Disease Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony and St. Joseph Rooms, 5666 E. State St. 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-395-5036.

Wander at the Wetland: Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski – Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road. 4:32-7:08 p.m. Enjoy the winter weather in the setting of a prairie, wetlands and forest during early evening. Attendees can snowshoe, ski, or hike; rent or bring your own equipment. Snowshoes, skis and kids’ equiment can be rented from Paddle & Trail at $10 rental fee (reserve equipment by Jan. 6). Admission free, but donations accepted. Register by Jan. 6: 815-964-6666.

Monday, Jan. 9

To the Beach! – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. All ages . Info: 815-965-7606.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen Wired Café – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. 5-7:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games, surf the Internet, make crafty surprises. Info: 815-965-7606.

Lap-Band Bariatric Procedure Program – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony Room, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. Free, but reservations requested. Info: 815-227-2274 or www.lapband.com.

Full Moon Ski, Hike, Snowshoe – Welty Environmental Center and Rock County Parks at Magnolia Bluff County Park, outside Evansville, Wis. 6:30 p.m. All ages welcome but children must be accompanied by adults. Cost: $5 person, $20 family maximum. Info: 608-361-1377.

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

Tuesday, Jan. 10

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. Ages 6-12. Info: 815-965-7606.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Stories by the Fire – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Bring a blanket. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Bundle Up! – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. 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.

East Branch Second Tuesday Book Group – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Book: Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Home Composting – Welty Environmental Center, 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81, Beloit, Wis. 6:30 p.m. Cost: $5 suggested donation. What to do with all those kitchen scraps? Turn garbage into garden gold. Info: 608-361-1377.

“Baby 101” for Expectant Parents – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 7 p.m. Cost: $35 if baby is delivered at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center; $60 if baby is delivered elsewhere. Info: 815-227-2695.

Webelos Badge: Naturalist – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $7/Webelo. Register by Jan. 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Jan. 4-10, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now featuring: Peanuts… Naturally. A lighthearted look at nature with Charlie Brown, thru Jan. 8, 2012. Now: Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz: An Appreciation of Peanuts. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Festival of Trees – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Display of more than 20 trees thru December. Live animal presentations, 10:30-11 a.m. and tours at 2 p.m. Info: 815-895-9777.

Reservations for New Year’s Eve at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Dec. 31, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Special 3- or 5-course tasting menu, snacks, drink specials. Designated Drivers of Illinois will be available, starting at 11 p.m., for $10. Reservations recommended. Info: 815-968-9463.

Registration for Webelos Badge – Naturalist – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 10, 6-8 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. Cost: $7/Webelo. Register by Jan. 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Trip to Chicago Art Institute – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Jan. 11, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Cost: $15/person, $25/couple. Museum admission not included. Meet at Jarrett Center. Register by Jan. 9 at 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Reservations for January Life Breakfast – Hosted by The Howard Center for Family, Religion & Society and World Congress of Families. Date: Tues., Jan. 17, 7:30–8:45 a.m. at Giovanni’s. Speaker: Dr. Alveda C. King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Cost: $20 adults, $15 students, $200 table; $100 program sponsors. Info: 815-964-5819.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Dec. 28

Winter Play Open House – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 9:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Family activities, puzzles, nature craft, watch birds. Hot chocolate and coffee. Computer presentation of last summer’s camps. Hike in the woods. Free. Info: 815-335-2915.

Home School Skate and Play – Carlson Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Indoor ice skating from 2:20-4:20 p.m. every Wed. thru May 16, 2012. Open for children 12 and younger. Discounted prices: admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident); skate rental, $1.50, Playworld admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident). Family package $20 ($25 non-resident) includes skating admission, skate rental & Playworld admission for up to 4 family members. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. For people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

YA Monthly Movies at Main: Arthur – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Comedy Night – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Thursday, Dec. 29

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30–7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board games, Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Dec. 30

Three Good Men: Live Music at Abreo – 515 E. State St. 9 p.m-midnight. Food, drinks and music. Free. Info: 815-968-9463.

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.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Charlotte Checkers – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level]: $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20 Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone; $14, Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Saturday, Dec. 31

New Year’s Eve Family Celebration – Discovery Center Museum, River-front Museum Park, 711N. Main St. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Science, games, music, face painting, art. Confetti drops and science demonstrations throughout the day. Cost included with admission to Discovery Center. $7 adults, $7 children ages 2-17, free for Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.

New Year’s Eve at Abreo – 515 E. State St. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Special 3- or 5-course tasting menu, snacks, drink specials. Designated Drivers of Illinois will be available, starting at 11 p.m., for $10. Reservations recommended. Info: 815-968-9463.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

“Get Fit After 50 … Safely” – Rock Valley College, Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Info: 815-921-3931.

Sunday, Jan. 1

New Year’s Day at Discovery Center – Discovery Center Museum, River-front Museum Park, 711N. Main St. Noon-5 p.m. More than 200 hands-on exhibits, planetarium, special children’s area and outdoor science park. Cost included with admission to Discovery Center. $7 adults, $7 children ages 2-17, free for Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Info: 815-963-6769.

Spook Show Entertainment’s Monthly Movie and Mixed Media Night feat. Fathead Films – The House Café, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. $5. Info: 815-787-9547.

Monday, Jan. 2

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Tuesday, Jan. 3

“Baby 101” for Expectant Parents – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Life, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 7 p.m. Cost: $35 if baby is delivered at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center; $60 if baby is delivered elsewhere. Info: 815-227-2695.

Northwest Illinois Audubon Society Meeting – St. John’s United Church of Christ, Freeport. 7 p.m. Topic: “The Making of a Landscape: The Geology of Northwest Illinois.” Speaker: Highland Community College geology instructor, Steve Simpson.

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From the Dec. 28, 2011-Jan. 3, 2012, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now featuring: Peanuts… Naturally. A lighthearted look at nature with Charlie Brown, thru Jan. 8, 2012. Now: Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz: An Appreciation of Peanuts. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Festival of Trees – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Display of more than 20 trees thru December. Live animal presentations, 10:30-11 a.m. and tours at 2 p.m. Info: 815-895-9777.

Reservations for New Year’s Eve at Abreo – 515 E. State St. Date: Dec. 31, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Special 3- or 5-course tasting menu, snacks, drink specials. Designated Drivers of Illinois will be available, starting at 11 p.m., for $10. Reservations recommended. Info: 815-968-9463.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Dec. 21

Homeless Persons Memorial Day – Carpenter’s Place, 1149 Railroad Ave. 10 a.m. Service to remember homeless friends and neighbors who died in 2011. Co-sponsored by Crusade Community Health Care and Healthcare for the Homeless Program. Info: 815-289-6393.

Busy Winter Days – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hands-on crafts, puzzles, fun art projects. Included with Discovery Center admission. Thru Dec. 23. Info: 815-963-6769.

Winter Solstice – Byron Forest Preserve, Weiskopf Observatory, 7993 N. River Road. 10 a.m. View the sun. All; ages. Register by Dec. 20. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200

MELD Gift Wrapping – Sears at herryVale Mall, main level. Make a donation, and MELD volunteers will wrap your gifts, every Wednesday thru Dec. 21.

Wednesday Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Included in “Baby 101” and Baby Express classes. Info: 815-227-2695.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Home School Skate and Play – Carlson Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Indoor ice skating from 2:20-4:20 p.m. every Wed. thru May 16, 2012. Open for children 12 and younger. Discounted prices: admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident); skate rental, $1.50, Playworld admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident). Family package $20 ($25 non-resident) includes skating admission, skate rental & Playworld admission for up to 4 family members. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. For people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.

Gastric Banding & Byass Patient Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-227-2761.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Winter Solstice Celebration – Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road. 7 p.m. Co-sponsored with Four Winds Center for Spiritual Ecology. Free. Info: 815-335-2915.

Free Christmas Buffet – JT’s Bourbon Street Grille, 1407 N. Main St. 7 p.m. In appreciation for customers. Info: 815-964-4400.

YA Gaming Tournament – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, 215 N. Wyman St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Candlelight Winter Solstice Celebration – Woman-space, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-8 p.m. Cost: $10 (members $5). Led by Dorothy Bock. Register by Dec. 19. Info: 815-877-0118.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Toronto Marlies – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level): $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Thursday, Dec. 22

Busy Winter Days – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hands-on crafts, puzzles, fun art projects. Included with Discovery Center admission. Thru Dec. 23. Info: 815-963-6769.

Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Infant literacy-building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30–7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 5:30-7 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.

Foot Reflexology Classes – Healthy Balance Reflexology Clinic, 6053 Fincham Drive, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 3-Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $150 for six weeks, or $35 per class. Info: 815-519-4977.

Christmas Critters – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Christmas Party with Sleigh & Camel Rides – Five Gates Church, 821 Fourth Ave. 5-7:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-289-3938.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $36 or $13/class (members $30 or $12/class). Dress comfortably and bring a sticky mat. Info: 815-877-0118.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Unplugged Gamers Night – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 5-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. Board games, Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card or classic card games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Dec. 23

Busy Winter Days – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hands-on crafts, puzzles, fun art projects. Included with Discovery Center admission. Thru Dec. 23. Info: 815-963-6769.

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.

Instant Tax Instant Prize Christmas Toy Drive – Instant Tax Service, 1111 1/4 N. Avon St. Noon-4 p.m. Toys, clothing, non-perishable foods. In partnership with Power 106.3, PNC Bank, Help Center of Northern Illinois, Cricket, and WeGotBiz.com. Raffles of a 26” flat-screen TV, a tablet and $100 every hour from 12-4. Sign up to be a VIP client to come to either of the tax service locations on Dec. 26 to get a Holiday Loan Check. Info: 815-299-1159 and 815-708-6460.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Saturday, Dec. 24

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Info: 608-363-7421.

Baby Express – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 per couple. Info: 815-227-2695.

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Weiskopf Observatory–Public Viewing – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Begins at dusk, every Saturday. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 216.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Saturday and Sunday sessions, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Past Life Regression Workshop – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive. 1-5 p.m. 4 CEUs. $50. Experience one of your past lives again. Info: 815-397-5901.

Christmas Eve Children’s Program – St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 511 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 6 p.m. Lessons and Carols, 8 p.m. Youth-led Worship Service, 10 p.m.

Christmas Eve Service – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 7 p.m. with Holy Communion.

Sunday, Dec. 25

Christmas Day Service – St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 511 W. Rockton Road, Rockton. 10 a.m.

Christmas Day Service – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 10 a.m. with Holy Communion.

Old Town Hall Museum – Davis Junction Scott Township Historical Society Old Town Hall Museum, 202 W. Pacific Ave.,one block south of Rt. 72, corner of Pacific and Elm. Davis Junction. 1-4 p.m.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St., Rockford. 1-5 p.m. open to the public for general target shooting on 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Classes in firearms safety and most events open to the public. Info: www.pinetreepistolclub.com.

Good God Questions – Zion Lutheran Church, 925 Fifth Ave. 9:15 a.m. Every Sun. Free. Info: 815-964-4609.

Huntington’s Disease Support Group – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony & St. Joseph Rooms, 5666 E. State St. 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-282-0600.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Sunday session begins Sept. 11, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Monday, Dec. 26

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Infant/Toddler CPR Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Fee: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

Ostomy Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 7:30 p.m. Info: 815-397-2514.

Chocolate City Nightlife – Bar 3, 326 E. State St. 9 p.m. Every Mon. Info: 815-621-4319.

Conversational English – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Lap-Band Bariatric Procedure – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. Free, but reservations requested. Info: 815-227-2274.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Rockford Ostomy Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7:30 p.m. Info: 815-397-2514.

Point Man Ministries – Firstborn Ministries Church, 8213 N. Alpine Road. 6:30 p.m. Veterans meet for fellowship and prayer every Monday. Info: 815-742-1993.

Free Pool & Monday Night Football – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Tuesday, Dec. 27

Edgar Cayce A.R.E Holistic & Spiritual Study Group – 1615 River Bluff Blvd. Every other Tues. 7-8:30 p.m. Info: 815-234-2394.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

“Get Fit After 50 … Safely” – Rock Valley College, Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Info: 815-921-3931.

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com, faxed to 815-964-9825 or called in to 815-964-9767.

From the Dec. 21-27, 2011, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now featuring: Peanuts… Naturally. A lighthearted look at nature with Charlie Brown, thru Jan. 8, 2012. Now: Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz: An Appreciation of Peanuts. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for “A Journey to Bethlehem” – Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1045 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. 45-minute tour given on three days: Dec. 16, 6:30-9 p.m.; Dec. 17, 3-8 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2-6 p.m. Reserve by Dec . 14. Info: 815-544-8058, ext. 325.

Registration for Winter Solstice – Byron Forest Preserve, Weiskopf Observatory, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 21, 10 a.m. View the sun. All; ages. Register by Dec. 20. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Festival of Trees – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Display of more than 20 trees thru December. Live animal presentations, 10:30-11 a.m. and tours at 2 p.m. Info: 815-895-9777.

Registration for Made in America: Mammals – Byron Forest Preerve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 22, 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 21. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Candlelight Winter Solstice Celebration – Woman-space, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Date: Dec. 21,6-8 p.m. Cost: $10 (members $5). Led by Dorothy Bock. Register by Dec. 19. Info: 815-877-0118.

Dental Group of Rockford, 3065 N. Perryville Road, will accept donations for Toys for Tots now thru Dec. 16.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Dec. 14

Snow and Icing – Cookie Decorating Party – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, 2138 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

EarthMatters Group – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon-1:15 p.m. Environmental topics; bring a sack lunch. Suggested donation: $5. Info: 815-877-0118.

DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Dec. 14, 16. 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

MELD Gift Wrapping – Sears at CherryVale Mall, main level. Make a donation, and MELD volunteers will wrap your gifts, every Wednesday thru Dec. 21.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Wednesday Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Computer Skills for the Workplace Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St.12 -8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Two-day workshop. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Included in “Baby 101” and Baby Express classes. Info: 815-227-2695.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Home School Skate and Play – Carlson Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Indoor ice skating from 2:20-4:20 p.m. every Wed. thru May 16, 2012. Open for children 12 and younger. Discounted prices: admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident); skate rental, $1.50, Playworld admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident). Family package $20 ($25 non-resident) includes skating admission, skate rental & Playworld admission for up to 4 family members. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. For people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.

Rockford Park District & RACVB Unveil Vision for the Future of Amateur Sports Tourism – Former Ingersoll Building, 301 S. Water St. 5:30 p.m. Learn how the region plans to retain, regain and grow the regional sports market.

Rockford Public Schools Community Input Meeting – Welsh Elementary School Gymnasium, 2100 Huffman Blvd. 6-7 p.m.

Pizza Tasting Party – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 12-19. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Gastric Banding & Byass Patient Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-227-2761.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

Prezi – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Web-based program that allows you to create a presentation that goes beyond a slideshow. Info: 815-965-7606.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Rockford Public Schools Community Input Meeting – Auburn High School Library, 5110 Auburn St. 6-7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 15

Children’s Holiday Shoppe – The MarketPlace, 5846 E. State St. 3 - 7 p.m. Affordable shopping for parents, sponsored by Children’s Home & Aid, Tues., Thurs. & Sat. thru Dec. 17. Info: 815-962-1043.

Computer Skills for the Workplace Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St.12 -8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Two-day workshop. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Make Your Own Holiday Gift Wrap/Bag – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Look, Listen, and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 12-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.

Snow and Icing – Cookie Decorating Party – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Board of Commissioners of Rockford Housing Authority – Rockford Housing Authority, 223 S. Winnebago St. 4 p.m. Info: 815-489-8500.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Infant literacy-building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30–7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 5:30-7 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.

Foot Reflexology Classes – Healthy Balance Reflexology Clinic, 6053 Fincham Drive, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 3-Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $150 for six weeks, or $35 per class. Info: 815-519-4977.

Christmas Critters – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $36 or $13/class (members $30 or $12/class). Dress comfortably and bring a sticky mat. Info: 815-877-0118.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

Parent Power – Jefferson High School Library, 4145 Samuelson Road. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monthly sessions to help parents learn how to help their children become successful in post-secondary education and careers. Topic: Community service.

Rockford Public Schools Community Input Meeting – King Elementary School Gymnasium, 1306 S. Court St. 6-7 p.m.

Northern IL Tea Party Meeting – Rockton Township Offices, 1315 N. Blackhawk [note new location this month). 6:30 p.m. Info: 815-277-1144.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Friday, Dec. 16

Township & Multi-Township Assessors Instructional Meeting – Winnebago County Administration Building, 404 Elm St., Room 303. 10:30 a.m. Conducted by Winne-bago Co. Supervisor of Assessments Thomas Walsh. Open to public.

“A Journey to Bethlehem” – Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1045 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. 45-minute tour given on three days: Dec. 16, 6:30-9 p.m.; Dec. 17, 3-8 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2-6 p.m. Info: 815-544-8058, ext. 325.

DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Dec. 14, 16. 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Make Your Own Holiday Gift Wrap/Bag – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Info: 815-965-7606.

Eagle Scout Fund-raiser – Beltline Café, 325 W. South St., Freeport. 5:30-6 p.m., Auction preview. 6-7 p.m. Dinner. 7-9 p.m. Live auction. Donate directly or attend the dinner. Cost: $30 advance, $35 at the door. Info: 815-990-6177 or www.troop4freeport.org.

Undertaker’s Last Chance for Christmas – Lockwood Park, 5201 Safford Road. 9 a.m.-noon. Home delivery available by calling 779-200-0667. Info: 815-987-8884.

Winter Celebration – Fairview Early Childhood Center, 512 Fairview Ave. Special assemblies at 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. Songs, visit from Santa, his elves, reindeer and a holiday camel.

Holiday Party – Wilson ASPIRE, 520 N. Pierpont Ave. 9-11 a.m. Hosted by Guilford student council. Christmas carols, snacks, and visit from Santa. Not open to the public.

Cross Country Skiing – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Noon-4 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Cost: $5/person. Register by Dec. 13. Info: 815-234-3535, ext. 200.

Senior Drop-In Computer Lab – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 2-4 p.m. Ages 55 and older. For beginners who know how to use a mouse and keyboard. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

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.

Girlz Talk – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 9-13. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Black Cinema Discussion Series: Sankofa – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Winter Hike – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 13. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Peoria Rivermen – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level) $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Saturday, Dec. 17

“A Journey to Bethlehem” – Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1045 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. 45-minute tour, Dec. 17, 3-8 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2-6 p.m. Reserve by Dec . 14. Info: 815-544-8058, ext. 325.

Children’s Holiday Shoppe – The MarketPlace, 5846 E. State St. 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Affordable shopping for parents, sponsored by Children’s Home & Aid, Tues. & Sat. thru Dec. 17. Info: 815-962-1043.

Playing for Peace – Jefferson High School gymnasium, 4145 Samuel-son Road. 2-5 p.m. In memory of Brandon Marcus Wright. Basketball game, activities for kids and adults, raffle prizes, information booths on violence prevention, help center, art gallery section. Radio celebrity appearances.

Blood Drive – Verdi Club, 782 N. Madison St. 2-6 p.m. In support of cancer patient Christopher Rydeberg. Info: 815-968-8119.

Snowshoeing (with instruction) – Seth B. Atwood Park. Youth must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Pre-registration requested. Info: 815-874-7576.

Nature Rocks Family Nature Club: Mystic White Tails – Walt Lindemann Sportsman’s County Park outside Janesville, Wis. 10-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10 per family. See the white-tailed deer display; learn about their daily care and feed the deer. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Holidays Around the World – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 3-4:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Saturday Spectacular: Christmas with Rudolf! Wacky DAVE Rudolf, That Is! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Info: 608-363-7421.

Baby Express – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 per couple. Info: 815-227-2695.

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 9 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

Book vs. Movie: Flipped – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6-9 p.m. For girls ages 9-13. Cost: $10. Register by Dec. 14. Info: 815-877-0118.

Weiskopf Observatory–Public Viewing – Byron Forest Preserve District, Jarrett Center, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Begins at dusk, every Saturday. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 216.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Saturday and Sunday sessions, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Past Life Regression Workshop – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive. 1-5 p.m. 4 CEUs. $50. Experience one of your past lives again. Info: 815-397-5901.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Milwaukee Admirals – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level) $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Sunday, Dec. 18

“A Journey to Bethlehem” – Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1045 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. 45-minute tour, 2-6 p.m. Reserve by Dec . 14. Info: 815-544-8058, ext. 325.

“Toys for Tots Sundays” – CoCo Key Water Resort, Best Western Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. Partnership with Marine Toys for Tots. Sundays, thru Dec. 18, guests who bring a new, unwrapped toy to CoCo Key will receive up to four half-price admissions. Offer valid 2 p.m.- close.

Gingerbread World – Santa’s Workshop – Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 12-5 p.m. Ages 0-12. Explore the lighted winter wonderland, join in games and crafts, decorating cookies, have pictures taken with Santa ($2 per photo). Dress in your elf costume. Admission: $5 children 3-12, $2 ages 1-2. Info: 815-987-8800.

Skate With Santa – Carlson Ice Arena,324 N. Madison St. 2-4 p.m. Admission including skate rental is $5; children age 2 and younger, free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Special Skate ‘N Play – Attend both skating and Playworld events for just $7/person. Info: 815-987-8800.

Old Town Hall Museum – Davis Junction Scott Township Historical Society Old Town Hall Museum, 202 W. Pacific Ave.,one block south of Rt. 72, corner of Pacific and Elm. Davis Junction. 1-4 p.m.

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols – Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 412 N. Church St. 5 p.m. Free-will offering. Reception following program. Info: 815-964-5514.

Family Golf – Ingersoll Golf Course, 101 Daisyfield Road. Open practice 1-5 p.m. Admission: $1, ages 17 and younger, $3 ages 18 and older [$1 if accompanied by youth ages 17 and younger). Park District golf permit holders admitted free. Info: 815-987-8834.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St., Rockford. 1-5 p.m. open to the public for general target shooting on 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Classes in firearms safety and most events open to the public. Info: www.pinetreepistolclub.com.

Good God Questions – Zion Lutheran Church, 925 Fifth Ave. 9:15 a.m. Every Sun. Free. Info: 815-964-4609.

Huntington’s Disease Support Group – OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, St. Anthony & St. Joseph Rooms, 5666 E. State St. 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-282-0600.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Extra Sunday session begins Sept. 11, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Wesley Willows Luminaries – Wesley Willows, 4141 N. Rockton Ave. 5-8 p.m. Info: 815-316-1500.

Monday, Dec. 19

The Basics of Commercial Vegetable Production – University of Illinois Extension, 915 Alexandra Drive, Belvidere. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info: 815-544-3710.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 W. Jefferson St. 4:30-5:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Infant/Toddler CPR Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Fee: $12.50/person or free to those who attend “Baby 101” or Baby Express. Info: 815-227-2695.

Conversational Spanish – Rockford Public Library , East Branch Bookworm Bakery & Cafe, 6685 E. State St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ostomy Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 7:30 p.m. Info: 815-397-2514.

Chocolate City Nightlife – Bar 3, 326 E. State St. 9 p.m. Every Mon. Info: 815-621-4319.

“Basics” Series of Small Farm/Commercial Production Teleconference – University of Illinois Extension Office, 915 Alexandra Drive, Belvidere. 6:30-8 p.m. Topic: “The Basics of Commercial Pumpkin Production.” Register: 815-544-3710.

Conversational English – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Bookworm Bakery & Café, 6685 E. State St. Ages 18 and older. Info: 815-965-7606.

Lap-Band Bariatric Procedure – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. Free, but reservations requested. Info: 815-227-2274.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Info: 815-969-4069.

Rockford Ostomy Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7:30 p.m. Info: 815-397-2514.

Point Man Ministries – Firstborn Ministries Church, 8213 N. Alpine Road. 6:30 p.m. Veterans meet for fellowship and prayer every Monday. Info: 815-742-1993.

Free Pool & Monday Night Football – Whiskey’s Roadhouse, 3207 N. Main St. Info: 815-877-8007.

Tuesday, Dec. 20

Busy Winter Days – Discovery Center Museum, Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hands-on crafts, puzzles, fun art projects. Included with Discovery Center admission. Thru Dec. 23. Info: 815-963-6769.

Hand-Made Ornaments – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Edgar Cayce A.R.E Holistic & Spiritual Study Group – 1615 River Bluff Blvd. Every other Tues. 7-8:30 p.m. Info: 815-234-2394.

Insight Meditation – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 6:30-8 p.m. Cost $15 (members $12. Ages 15 and up. Vipassana meditation. Info: 815-877-0118.

Public Tours of Coronado Performing Arts Center – Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. 7 p.m. $7. Reservations/Info: 815-968-0595.

Teen ‘Scape – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

Family Skate – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. 8 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

“First and Third” Open Art Studio – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 4-7 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

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

Kundalini Yoga – Lazy Dog Yoga Studio, 5428 Williams Drive, Roscoe. 7:30 a.m. Info: 970-485-0249.

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.

“Get Fit After 50 … Safely” – Rock Valley College, Physical Education Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Info: 815-921-3931.

Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com.

From the Dec. 14-20, 2011, issue

Rockford Public Library Hours – 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.

Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibiting thru April 29, 2012: “Ice Age Mammals.” Admission: $8 adults, $7 children 3-17, free for children younger than 3 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.

Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Now featuring: Peanuts… Naturally. A lighthearted look at nature with Charlie Brown, thru Jan. 8, 2012. Now: Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz: An Appreciation of Peanuts. $1/person for members; $10/person for public. Info: 815-963-6769.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1, 2, 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays until April. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Info: 815-965-8146.

Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Open May 1-Oct. 31. Info: 815-229-9390.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.

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.

Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.

Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.

Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $3 individual, $5 family. Info: 815-962-7402.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.

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.

Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.

Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.

Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.

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.

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.

Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Mon.-Wed., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-398-8864.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037.

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.

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.

Historic Auto Attractions – 13825 Metric Drive, Roscoe. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 815-389-9999.

Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.

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.

The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.

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.

Club Round: A Clubhouse for Round People – 7120 Windsor Lake Pkwy., Suite 202, Loves Park. Various activities throughout the year. Info: 815-639-0312.

Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-4830.

Singles Together Across Rockford (STAR) – Volleyball/Game Nights, 7-10 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Info: 815-962-4279.

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.

Winnebago County Health Dept. Flu Vaccine Available – For flu clinic schedule, call 815-720-4264 or go to www.wchd.org.

Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners’ Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0312.

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.

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.

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.

Logan Museum of Anthropology – 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 608-363-2677.

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.

Jarrett Center – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Parents’ Day Out–The Spiderwick Chronicles – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 8606 W. County Rd. H, Beloit, Wis. Date: Dec. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12 years. Explore the forest for hidden living things. Cost: $15 per FWEC member, $20 non-member. Register by Dec. 7. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Registration for DNR Hunter Education Course – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Dates: Dec. 12, 14, 16. 6-9 p.m. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for Winter Hike – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. Date: Dec. 16, 5-7 p.m. Meet at Jarrett Center. All ages. Register by Dec. 13. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Registration for “A Journey to Bethlehem” – Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1045 Belvidere Road, Belvidere. 45-minute tour given on three days: Dec. 16, 6:30-9 p.m.; Dec. 17, 3-8 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2-6 p.m. Reserve now until Dec . 14. Info: 815-544-8058, ext. 325.

Festival of Trees – Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 W. State St., Sycamore. Display of more than 20 trees thru December. Live animal presentations, 10:30-11 a.m. and tours at 2 p.m. Info: 815-895-9777.

Dental Group of Rockford, 3065 N. Perryville Road, will accept donations for Toys for Tots now thru Dec. 16.

Do you need help? Gamblers Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Call Roger at 815-601-8894.

Wednesday, Dec. 7

MELD Gift Wrapping – Sears at CherryVale Mall, main level. Make a donation, and MELD volunteers will wrap your gifts, every Wednesday thru Dec. 21.

Young Hearts for Life Cardiac Screening – SwedishAmerican Heart Hospital, 1401 E. State St. 6-7:30 p.m. Free EKG screenings for high school students. Must be enrolled in a Boone or Winnebago County high school. Info: 815-966-2066.

World in Motion Program/Jet Toy Experiment: Designing Experiments – Kishwaukee Elementary School, 526 Catlin St. 9-11 a.m. Sessions on science. Volunteer engineers provide examples of how math and science lessons can be applied outside the classroom.

Babes and Books – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Children younger than 2. Develop baby’s literacy & social skills through rhymes, stories, songs. Info: 815-965-7606.

Wednesday Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rock River Branch, 3128 11th St. 4-4:45 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Computer Skills for the Workplace Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St.12 -8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Two-day workshop. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Lunch and Learn: Feldenkrais – Awareness Through Movement – Womanspace, Fountain View Room, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Noon-1 p.m. Cost: $12 (members $10). Register by Dec. 5. Info: 815-877-0118.

Breastfeeding Class – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. 7-9 p.m. Included in “Baby 101” and Baby Express classes. Info: 815-227-2695.

Kids Club – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room, 1238 S. Winnebago St. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606.

Law and Government Exploring Program – Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. 7 p.m. Open House. Students can learn about careers in law and government thru hands-on activities led by attorneys. RSVP: 815-397-0210, ext. 7507.

Home School Skate and Play – Carlson Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Indoor ice skating from 2:20-4:20 p.m. every Wed. thru May 16, 2012. Open for children 12 and younger. Discounted prices: admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident); skate rental, $1.50, Playworld admission, $2.50 ($3 non-resident). Family package $20 ($25 non-resident) includes skating admission, skate rental & Playworld admission for up to 4 family members. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. For people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.

Turning 65–Get the Facts – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 1-3 p.m. Ages 50 and older. Social Security, original Medicare Parts A and B, Supplemental Insurance and Medicare Parts C and D. Eligibility, enrollment, types of benefits, online resources. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Rockford Public Schools Community Input Meeting – Beyer Elementary School Gym, 333 15th Ave. 6-7 p.m. Info: FMP@rps205.com.

Gastric Banding & Byass Patient Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. 5-6 p.m. Info: 815-227-2761.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Weight Loss Orientation – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, rotates among three OSF locations. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Wed. Info: 815-395-4505.

Online Job Search – Rockford Public Library, Main Library, second-floor computer room, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Prerequisite: familiarity with Internet Explorer. Registration is not required. Info: 815-965-7606.

“Woman to Woman” Breast Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Cancer Care Library, 5666 E. State St. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-227-2629.

Rockford Public Schools Community Input Meeting – Auburn High School Library, 5110 Auburn St. 6-7 p.m.

The Story of Dorothy Day–Warrior for Peace & Champion of the Poor – Womanspace, Fountain View Room 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 7-8:30 p.m. Cost: $12 (members $10). Video story of the life of a 1920’s suffragette and peace activist. Info: 815-877-0118.

Young Adult Advisory Board Meetin g– Rockford Public Library, Main Library, Young Adult Zone, 215 N. Wyman St. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-19. How can the library better serve teens? To apply, see Kathi Kresol in Youth Services, call 815-965-7606, ext. 682 or e-mail kkresol@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.

Thursday, Dec. 8

Christmas in Hawaii – Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Noon-1:30 p.m. Betsy Puig from Polynesian Dance Group will demonstrate the hula and share some Polynesian traditions. Cost: $13.50 includes lunch. Reserve at 815-222-3015 or rewcreservations@aol.com.

Children’s Holiday Shoppe – The MarketPlace, 5846 E. State St. 3 - 7 p.m. Affordable shopping for parents, sponsored by Children’s Home & Aid, Tues., Thurs. & Sat. thru Dec. 17. Info: 815-962-1043.

Special Educaton Workshop: a focus on Assessments & Evaluations – Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St. 5-7 p.m. Hosted by RAMP and the Parent Mentor Project with Freeport School District 145. Open to all. Two CPDUs will be offered, and Certificates of Completion are available. RSVP: 815-233-1128.

Postal Service Public Meeting on Mail Processing Study – Best Western Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. 7 p.m. Open to the public.

Rockford Area Libertarians Meeting – Villa Di Roma,1620 Harrison Ave. at 11th St. 7 p.m. Come early if you would like to order food. Info: 815-963-1962.

Waxing Moon Hike – Welty Environmental Center, Beckman Mill County Park, 11450 S. County Road H, Beloit, Wis. 6 p.m. Cost: donations accepted. Info: 608-361-1377.

Computer Skills for the Workplace Workshop – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St.12 -8 p.m. Ages 13 and older. Two-day workshop. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

“12 Hours of Salvation Toy Drive” – Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall, 5695 E. State St. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. In partnership with First Northern Credit Union and the Salvation Army. New and unwrapped toys accepted. Local choral groups will sing Christmas carols, Santa Claus will give out candy canes. Info: 815-332-3000, 815-332-9898 and 815-962-7207.

Look, Listen, and Learn Storytime – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, 6685 E. State St. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.

Preschool Picnic Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. Noon-12:45 p.m. Ages 3-6. Info: 815-965-7606.

Bilingual Thursdays Storytime (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 – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4-7 p.m. Ages 10-19. Play games on Wii or Playstation, surf the Internet, play board games. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Infant literacy-building program. Info: 815-965-7606.

Sunset Storytime – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-10. Info: 815-965-7606.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 5:30-7 p.m. Info: 608-363-7421.

After Hours Book Discussion: Choir Director – Rockford Public Library, Montague Branch, Connie Lane Room 1238 S. Winnebago St. 7-9 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foot Reflexology Classes – Healthy Balance Reflexology Clinic, 6053 Fincham Drive, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 3-Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $150 for six weeks, or $35 per class. Info: 815-519-4977.

Snow and Icing–Cookie Decorating Party – Rockford Public Library, Rockton Centre Branch, 3112 N. Rockton Ave. 4:30-5:30 p.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Foundations of Yoga – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Cost: $60 members, $72 non-members. Six-week class. Info: 815-877-0118.

Yoga for Women – Womanspace Library, 3333 Maria Linden Drive. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $36 or $13/class (members $30 or $12/class). Dress comfortably and bring a sticky mat. Info: 815-877-0118.

Open Mic – Katie’s Cup, 502 Seventh St. Free. Info: 815-986-0628.

Swing Dancing – St. Edward Church, 3004 11th St. 8-10:30 p.m. Every Thurs. Info: 815-914-7441.

OSF “Stepping Forward” Cancer Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, 5666 E. State St. 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-227-2223.

Support for Grief After Suicide – Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4700 Augustana Drive. 7 p.m. Free. Every other Thurs. Call for schedule/info: 815-399-0202.

How Will We Pay for College? – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 15 and older. Information about college costs, scholarships, financial aid applications, loans & financing. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

Learn Self-Hypnosis for Wellness – enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, Rockford. 6:30-8 p.m. $25. Call in advance: 815-397-5901.

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.

Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. – Byron Public Library, on Ill. Route 2. 6-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. Info: 815-547-5932.

Wine Tasting w/live music by Kelly Steward – Cliffbreakers, 700 W. Riverside Blvd. 6-8 p.m. $10. Info: 815-282-3033.

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.

Friday, Dec. 9

Holidazzle Sweet Shoppe – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 5-8 p.m. Cookies, candies, baked goods, jams, jellies, craft items, raffle tickets.

Holiday Silent Auction, Final Bids – Monroe Arts Center, Monroe Arts Center,1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. 7:15 p.m. Info: 608-325-5700.

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.

Elves in the Workshop – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Creative Corner, 215 N. Wyman St. 10:30-11 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Girlz Talk – Rockford Public Library, Lewis Lemon Branch, 1988 Jefferson St. 4-5 p.m. Ages 9-13. Registration is required. Info: 815-965-7606.

SOUNS for Infants – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Children’s Area, 6685 E. State St. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages under 2. Info: 815-965-7606.

Diabetes Support Group – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, St. Francis Room, 5666 E. State St. 6:30 p.m. open discussion. Free. Info: 815-395-5159.

Wellness for the Mind, Body & Spirit Lecture Series: Natural Health – Siena on Brendenwood, 4444 Brendenwood Road. 1:30 p.m. Ryan Hulsebus, D.C. Info: 815-399-6167.

Public Skating – Carlson Arctic Ice Arena & Sapora Playworld, 4150 N. Perryville Road. Tues., Thurs. & Fridays during school year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Extra Friday session, 8-10 p.m. Info: 815-969-4069.

Zrii Tasting Party – Namaste Studios, 223 E. State St., Upper 1, 7:45-9 p.m. Zrii is an Ayurvedic nutritional beverage line.

River District Association’s Holiday Hoopla Event – City Hall & downtown businesses from East State to Main Street. Santa will be in lobby of City Hall from 6-9 p.m. Toys will be given away. Municipal parking lot on the 300 block of East State St. will have a stage for Christmas music. Press event at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall.

Hockey: Rockford IceHogs vs. Chicago Wolves – BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. 7 p.m. VIP (formerly Glass Level) $27; Lower Level Sidelines: $23; Lower Level Endzone: $20; Upper Level Sideline: $17; Upper Level Endzone: $14; Terrace Level: $8. Info: 815-968-5222.

Saturday, Dec. 10

Chicago Shopping Trip – Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road. Bus departs at 8 a.m. from RVC parking lot 10. Small breakfast served on the bus. Shop along Michigan Ave. from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Bus returns to RVC by 8 p.m. Tickets $10 each at RVC Student Life Office, Student Center. Open to the community. Info: 815-921-4173.

Breakfast with Santa – Lena Fire Station, Lena, Ill. 8-10:30 a.m. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets: $4 ages 7-adult; $2.50 for ages 4-6, and children younger than 3, free. Enjoy breakfast, play games and win prizes! Info: 815-369-5351.

Lucia Fest – First Lutheran Church, 225 S. Third St., Rockford. 9 a.m.-noon. With St. Lucia and guests, Treasure Table, baked goods, crafts, live music, incl. students from Rockford Music Academy. Info: 815-962-6691.

Holidazzle Sweet Shoppe – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cookies, candies, baked goods, jams, jellies, craft items, raffle tickets. Lunch, $5 for either soup or bowl of chili.

Children’s Holiday Shoppe – The MarketPlace, 5846 E. State St. 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Affordable shopping for parents, sponsored by Children’s Home & Aid, Tues. & Sat. thru Dec. 17. Info: 815-962-1043.

Holiday Gift Expo with Authors’ Book Signing – Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 1-3 p.m.Display features a 12-ft. Christmas tree surrounded by unique holiday gift ideas, products manufactured in Freeport or Stephenson County. Several local authors will do book signing. Gift Expo will be on display thru Jan. 8. Visitors Center is open from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.

In Print Writers Meeting – Cherry Valley Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. 1-4 p.m. Info: 815-654-8639.

Cookie Walk – Second Congregational Church, 318 N. Church St. Doors open at 11 a.m. Sale lasts until cookies are gone. New this year, Christmas-themed cupcakes. Lunch also available. Carry out or eat in.

iRent Real Estate Open House with Holiday Treats – 1444 Myott Ave., Rockford. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Donations accepted for Toys for Tots and Rockford Rescue Mission. Regular office hours M-F, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

“In the Outdoors: Family Fun in 2011”– Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, 1354 N. Second St. All day. Info: 815-987-8800.

Chakra Body Sound Healing w/Jia Khechari – The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. 2 p.m. Info: 815-787-9547.

Alpha Club Christmas Party – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 6 p.m. No pot luck, but light refreshments will be served. Info: 815-633-9530.

Scrapbook Saturday – Rockford Public Library, East Branch Friends of RPL Community Room, 6685 E. State St. 3-5 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Children younger than 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Info: 815-965-7606.

Luminary Walk – Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. 6-9 p.m. Admission: $5/person, includes treats, hot drinks and guided hike. Children 7 and younger admitted free.

Rockford Urban Ministries Annual Peace Program – Unitarian Universalist Church, 4848 Turner St. 7 p.m. Guest is peace activist Kathy Kelly, who visited Afghanistan and Gaza Strip during hostilities. Info: 815-964-7111.

Saturday Spectacular: Holiday Fun! – Rockford Public Library, Main Library Little Theatre, 215 N. Wyman St. 11-11:45 a.m. All ages. Info: 815-965-7606.

Holiday Grief Support Group – Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, Wis. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Info: 608-363-7421.

Kids’ Concert: Circus Boy – Byron Forest Preserve District, 7993 N. River Road. 3 p.m. Meet at Keller Center. Free. Info: 815-234-8535, ext. 200.

Parents’ Day Out–The Spiderwick Chronicles – Welty Environmental Center at Beckman Mill County Park, 8606 W. County Rd. H, Beloit, Wis. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 6-12 years. Explore the forest for hidden living things. Cost: $15 per FWEC member, $20 non-member. Register by Dec. 7. Info: 608-361-1377 or info@weltycenter.org.

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois Holiday Luncheon – Illinois Machine Shed, 7475 E. State St. 11:30 a.m. For alumnae ages 18 and older. Registration free; attendees will order meals off the menu. Register by Dec. 7 at 815-963-9851 or snapshotmom@yahoo.com.

Baby Express – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Foundation Room, 5666 E. State St. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 per couple. Info: 815-227-2695.