Arts Council offers raffle tickets to save Totally Arts Camp

From press release Totally Arts Camp is a Rockford Park District summer program for children ages 5-14 held at Ellis Arts
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Art> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

‘Handmade Music’ at JustGoods May 1

From press release “Handmade Music,” the Second Annual Midwest Handmade Musical Instrument Exhibition, will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

RAM Talks Art: Rockford Symphony Orchestra celebrates Rockford in its season finale

By Guest Columnist Julie Schaper Executive Director, Rockford Symphony Orchestra The Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) celebrates its 75th anniversary this season. What
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19th RAMI Awards Ceremony April 29 at Tebala Shrine Temple

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The votes are in, and the only thing for officials to do is make the final preparations
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Theater Review: Chicago’s Goodman Theatre features fantastic tech effects

Editor’s note: The following review was written prior to the end of the show’s run April 18. By Bill Beard I have
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Ethnic Heritage Museum honors Rose Duguid Costello April 25

From press release Help celebrate Rose Duguid Costello’s years of service to the Ethnic Heritage Museum (EHM). Rose is moving to
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Spring ArtScene April 16-17

From press release The Eighth Annual Spring ArtScene, which features work by local artists at 46 area venues, will run from
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Art> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Hometown artist makes hometown return for ArtScene

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Among the thousands of pieces on display this weekend for Spring ArtScene, several will be from an
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Art> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Valerie Olafson explores beauty in Kortman Gallery show

From press release Rockford artist Valerie Olafson revisits the theme of beauty and aging in a photography exhibition opening Friday, April
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

A Midsummer Night’s Dream set for April 16-18 at New Sullivan Theater

From press release Who doesn’t enjoy watching fairies flit about to the amazing music of Felix Mendelssohn? Add Shakespeare’s favorite comedy,
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Theater> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Seventh Annual JuBell-ee Handbell Festival April 17

From press release Rockford Christian High School invites you to the Seventh Annual JuBell-ee Handbell Festival at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, April
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Find Your Space: Spring: A Garden Party and Rothluebber Retreat

By Gale Ketteler Womanspace Program Coordinator & Marketing Specialist Every spring, Womanspace hosts our annual Spring Luncheon at Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Country Club. This
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Youth Orchestra presents spring concerts April 17, 25

From press release The Rockford Symphony Orchestra announces two concerts performed by the Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra (RSYO) in April. These
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RAM Talks Art: 2010 Art Talks concludes with Alchemy and Image artist April 16

By Sarah Bursley McNamara Community Relations Coordinator, Rockford Art Museum Fred Stonehouse, a rising star on the international art scene, gives the
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Ethnic Heritage Museum offers ‘A Tribute to the Butler Family’

From press release Mother’s Day is right around the corner. The Ethnic Heritage Museum (EHM) will salute three generations of local
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Small Potatoes performs at JustGoods April 16

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts welcomes back the popular duo Small Potatoes at 7:30 p.m., Friday, April
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

69th Young Artist Show: Youth Division opens at Rockford Art Museum April 11

From press release Rockford Art Museum’s (RAM) 69th Young Artist Show: Youth Division begins Sunday, April 11, with a free public
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June 19 Best in Paradise event benefits Food Bank

By Reggie Roberson It’s back…but bigger and better than ever. The Best in Paradise No. 5 will be Saturday, June 19,
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

What’s Local: Rockford to host June 2011 H.O.G. Harley-Davidson rally

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Through a collective effort of Kegel Harley-Davidson, the Rockford Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Clock
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Tom Sharpe performs ‘World Music with Orchestral Background’

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts presents the Sharpe World Music Ensemble with Tom Sharpe, playing “World Music
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Free Family Arts Festival April 11 at Riverfront Museum Park

From press release The Rockford Area Arts Council presents a Family Arts Festival from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, April 11,
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Mendelssohn PAC hosts Fifth Annual Felix’s Cabaret; deadline is April 12

From flier Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center will host the Fifth Annual Felix’s Cabaret at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, April 17, at Forest
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April 10 Unforgettable Art benefits Alzheimer’s Association

From press release Join the Alzheimer’s Association—Greater Illinois Chapter as 50 talented artists convert blank canvases into works of art at
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What’s Local: Fine art and interior design, a natural step

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Defining art is a subjective process. Recognizing it is another evolution altogether. Masses often overlook artistic works
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Auburn students invite you to dance the night away April 2

From press release Auburn High School students are hosting a Dance-A-Thon from 5 p.m. until midnight, Friday, April 2, at the
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Pec Playhouse holds auditions for Oklahoma!

From press release PECATONICA, Ill.—Pec Playhouse Theatre (PPT) will hold auditions for their summer musical Oklahoma! from 2 to 4 p.m.,
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Hanging Out in Rockford: Having parties

By Mike Leifheit Columnist My friend Sandi is having her 50th anniversary party this Thursday night (Medicine Man). It doesn’t seem possible,
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Literary Hook: Check out my workshop this May at The Clearing in Door County

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet Each year, this column runs a series on offerings for writers at The Clearing in Door
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Byron Civic Theatre stages The Producers beginning April 23

From press release BYRON, Ill.—Byron Civic Theatre’s (BCT) upcoming production of The Producers has so much talent, it can barely be
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Park District hosts Easter Seals Family Fun Night April 9

From press release Rockford Park District’s Therapeutic Recreation Department is having a Family Fun Night with Family Support Services from Easter
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Ethnic Heritage Museum accepts Father of the Year nominations

From press release From noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 6, the Ethnic Heritage Museum (EHM) celebrates the 20th Annual International
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Rockford Dance Company presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream

From press release Who doesn’t enjoy watching fairies flit about to the amazing music of Felix Mendelssohn? Add Shakespeare’s favorite comedy,
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April 9 Wine Tasting benefits RAMP

From press release RAMP (www.rampcil.org) is partnering with Franchesco’s Ristorante (www.franchescos.com) and Rockford Cosmopolitan Club (www.rfdcosmo.org) to host a Wine Tasting
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12th Annual RAMI Spring Benefit

From contributed information The 12th Annual Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) Spring Benefit was held the evening of Saturday, March 20,
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Four Bitchin’ Babes bring folk, harmonies and laughs to Coronado March 26

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Four Bitchin’ Babes will bring their humorous brand of folk to the Coronado this Friday, March 26.
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Monroe Crossing, Carrie Elkin March 26-27

From press release Charlotte’s Web offers two performances at two different venues March 26-27. Whatever your preference in music style, these
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Theater Review: Artists’ Ensemble presents Might Have Gone Fishing

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Rufus Cadigan’s intensely dramatic play, Might Have Gone Fishing, keeps the audience completely enthralled at Artists’ Ensemble’s
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Literary Hook: Local Author Book Signing April 14

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet Come celebrate National Library Week and National Poetry Month with North Suburban Library, and meet local
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‘Spring up…Sprint Out and Soar High!’ at women’s workshop retreat

From press release Come celebrate March as Women’s History Month with Dianna Cole and “Wisdom And You” (WAY) Enterprises as she
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March 27 Barnes & Noble book fair benefits Auburn library

From press release Support the Auburn High School (AHS) Library by shopping at a Barnes & Noble book fair at CherryVale
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March 24, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Janesville’s Armory stages Guys On Ice through May 2

From press release JANESVILLE, Wis.—Guys On Ice, by Fred Alley and James Kaplan, takes the stage as the spring production at
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March 24, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Kyle Wolfe exhibits digital works in Kortman Gallery beginning March 19

From press release Graphic design, digital technology and the unusual creative approach by Rockford artist Kyle Wolfe result in intriguing and
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River District Heart of Rockford Awards to be presented March 25

From press release River District Association (RDA) has announced the nominees for the Heart of Rockford Awards. A six-member jury will
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Hanging Out in Rockford: Hard times

By Mike Leifheit Columnist 2009 was a hard year for a lot of folks. Here at the Irish Rose, it presented us
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Literary Hook: ‘Honey, I Didn’t Shrink the Poems’ workshop April 17

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet AllWriters’ Workplace and Workshop offers on-site and online writing courses in all genres and abilities of
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Guilford’s production of Rent begins spring music, dance performances

From press release Anyone looking for some inexpensive entertainment this spring need look no further than Rockford Public Schools. These music
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Symphony, Mendelssohn Chorale present Classics Concert March 20

From press release Music Director Steven Larsen and the Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) present a concert at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March
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Fashion Night Out 2010 March 19 at Kryptonite

From press release Lexy Charms Couture and Privileges Boutique will present Fashion Night Out 2010 from 8-10 p.m., Friday, March 19,
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Style & Society> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Fresco and Dana Coppa CD release party March 19

From press release C. Hare of Borgata will present Fresco and Dana Coppa at a CD release party from 10 p.m.-2
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Remembering Eleanor Stanlis in the future

By Frank Schier Editor & Publisher Eleanor Stanlis was the founder of the Mendelssohn Chamber Orchestra, Rockford College Music Academy and the
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