WREX Community Events

Hot Wheels and Toy Show

16 Mar 2014 13:00:00 GMT

325 N. Alpine Road, Rockford, Il.
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 8am – 2pm

HOT WHEELS AND TOY SHOW ON SUNDAY, MARCH 16th IN ROCKFORD AT THE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH GYM, 325 N. ALPINE RD., ROCKFORD, IL. 61107. FREE ADMISSION! LOOKING FOR VENDORS TOO. HOT WHEELS FROM REDLINES TO PRESENT WILL BE AVAILABLE AS WELL AS MATCHBOX, NASCAR, JOHNNY LIGHTNING, GI JOE, STAR WARS AND MORE. NEW VENDORS!!! LIVE BASE AND WHEEL SWAPS BEING DONE AND A NEW VENDOR SPECIALIZING IN TRANSFORMERS, GI JOES AND ACTION FIGURES! THE GYM IS FILLED TO CAPACITY!!THANKS AND HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

81st Annural Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner

16 Mar 2014 16:00:00 GMT

Saint Patrick Church
2505 School St.
Rockford, IL 61101
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 11am – 3pm

Menu: Corned Beef or Ham, Boiled Cabbage, Carrots, Parsley Potatoes, Beets, Dessert and Beverage.
Adult $8.50, Seniors $7.50, Children $5.50 (12 & under)
Hope to See you there!

The European Expedition Exhibit

16 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Winter Lecture-Alley Blues and World War Tunes: Music of the 1910s

16 Mar 2014 19:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road Rockford, Il
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 2pm

According to Mary Magdalene

16 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT

Emmanuel Lutheran Church
920 Third Avenue
Rockford, IL 61104
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 3 – 4pm

With humor and warmth, Megan Wells portrays Mary Magdalene, talking directly with the audience. Imagine what it would have been like to be that woman at the Last Supper. Suitable for teenagers and adults. Childcare available. Free will offerings gladly accepted.

Directed By: Megan Wells
Written By: Megan Wells
Age Range: Teens
Ticket Phone: 815-963-4815
Ticket Web Link: www.emmanuellutheranrockford.org
Contact: church office
More info: www.emmanuellutheranrockford.org

The European Expedition Exhibit

17 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Monday, March 17, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

17 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Monday, March 17, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

The European Expedition Exhibit

18 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Tuesday, March 18, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Journey of Hope and Healing Grief Support Group

18 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Swedish American Hospital
1401 East State Street
Rockford, IL
Charles Street Entrance Conference Room 2&3 on the 1st Floor
Tuesday, March 18, 2014, 6 – 7:30pm

Community Grief Support Group. All are welcome to attend. Bereavement Coordinators from Heartland Hospice will facilitate group. For more information or details on special holiday programs call Heartland Hospice at 815-397-3691.
No group during holiday weeks.

Ticket Phone: 815-397-3691
Contact: Heartland Hospice
More info: www.heartlandhospice.com

The European Expedition Exhibit

19 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Wednesday, March 19, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Caring for the Caregiver Monthly Group

19 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT

River Bluff Nursing Home
4401 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Wednesday, March 19, 2014, 3 – 4pm

Caring for the Caregiver Group is open to the community. Offering education and support to those caring for others. Registered nurses from Heartland Hospice will facilitate group along with guest speakers.
All are welcome to attend.
Light refreshments will be served.
Group will meet the 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Contact: Heartland Hospice (815) 282-2279 or River Bluff Nursing Home (815) 877-8061
More info: ww.rbnh.org

Caring for the Caregiver Support Group

19 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT

River Bluff Nursing Home
4401 N. Main Street
Rockford, IL
Wednesday, March 19, 2014, 3 – 4pm

Caring for the Caregiver Support group open to anyone currently caring for a loved one or friend. This group will provide education and support to those caring for others. Registered Nurses from Heartland Hospice will facilitate group along with guest speakers. All are welcome to attend. Light refreshments served.
For more information please call Heartland Hospice at 815-397-3691 or River Bluff Nursing Home at 815-877-8061.

Ticket Phone: 815-397-3691
Ticket Web Link: www.heartlandhospice.com
Contact: Heartland Hospice
More info: www.heartlandhospice.com

Laundry Love Rockford

19 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Central Laundromat
1112 N Avon St
Rockford IL 61101
Wednesday, March 19, 2014, 6 – 8pm

Laundry Love Rockford will be at Central Laundromat every 3rd Wed of each month to provide FREE laundry services and supplies to people in our community with a financial need.
We will provide the quarters and laundry supplies, you wash your clothes!
**First come, first served**

Price - Low: 0.00
Price - High: 0.00
Contact: Celeste Boler

The European Expedition Exhibit

20 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Thursday, March 20, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Finding & Financing Your First Home: A Free Workshop for First Time Buyers

20 Mar 2014 22:30:00 GMT

Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce
1925 N. Clybourn Ave., Suite 301
Chicago, IL 60614
Thursday, March 20, 2014, 5:30 – 7pm

This free workshop presented by real estate veterans Jim Pomposelli and Beth Ryan will cover everything new home buyers need to know about finding and financing their first home.

In addition, there will be a Q & A with Jim and Beth, in which attendees can get answers to all of their home buying questions.

For more information, please contact Jim Pomposelli - The Federal Savings Bank at (312)339-0024, by email at jpomposelli@thefederalsavingsbank.com, or find Jim at 300 N. Elizabeth St., Fl. 3E, Chicago, IL 60607

Presenter: Jim Pomposelli & Beth Ryan
Age Range: Adults
Ticket Phone: 312-339-0024
Ticket Web Link: www.eventbrite.com…
Contact: Jim Pomposelli
More info: www.pomposelli.com…

Northern IL Tea Party Meeting

20 Mar 2014 23:30:00 GMT

302 W. Main Street
Rockton, IL
Thursday, March 20, 2014, 6:30 – 8:30pm

Members and their guests gather at the Greater Rockton Community Centre to learn of national, state and local events that affect our fundamental rights and responsibilities as citizens. First Thursday is movie night elsewhere. 815-277-1144.

Belvidere Moose BINGO

21 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Belvidere Moose Lodge
575 Beloit Road
Belvidere, IL 61008
Thursday, March 20, 2014, 7 – 9:30pm

Doors open at 4:00 PM and pre-games start at 5:30 with BINGO starting at 7:00PM. We have large jackpots with a great atmosphere.

More info: www.belvideremoose.org

Spotlight Youth Theater THE MUSIC MAN JR.

21 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT

Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem Street, Rockton, IL.
Friday, March 21, 2014

Spotlight Youth Theater presents, Music Man Jr. An affectionate tribute to Small-town, U.S.A. of a bygone era, Meredith Wilson's The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall.

Price - Low: 10
Price - High: 12
Directed By: Jack Hill
Written By: Meredith Wilson
Age Range: Families
Ticket Phone: 847-516-2298
Ticket Web Link: www.spotlight.org
Contact: Carla Tully

The European Expedition Exhibit

21 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Friday, March 21, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Celebrate Recovery

21 Mar 2014 22:45:00 GMT

1280 S.Alpine Rd.
Friday, March 21, 2014, 5:45 – 9:45pm

Jeremy Long "Personal Allegories" Art Exhibit

21 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Rockford University Art Gallery
Clark Arts Center
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
Friday, March 21, 2014, 6pm

Jeremy Long, born 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, is an American painter who is an exponent of the Figurative movement in painting – specifically Post Abstract Figuration. This solo exhibition includes several of the artist’s recent large-scale figure paintings depicting genre scenes.

Jeremy Long is Assistant Professor of Art at Wright State University - College of Liberal Arts, Dayton, Ohio.

The exhibit opens Friday, March 21 with an artist lecture at 6 p.m., and a reception from 7-8:30 p.m. Personal Allegories will also be featured in Rockford’s spring ArtScene on Friday, April 11 from 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, April 12 from 4-9 p.m. The gallery will close April 25.

More info: www.rockford.edu…

Movie Night "Frozen" Free to community

21 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Concordia Lutheran School
7424 N. 2nd St
Machesney Park, IL 61115
Friday, March 21, 2014, 6pm

Free to all. Concessions available for purchase.

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

21 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Friday, March 21, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

Spanish Film Appreciation Series at RVC

21 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center (WTC), Room 117
Friday, March 21, 2014, 6pm

The Rock Valley College Modern Languages Department invites you to join us for our Spanish Film Appreciation Series to be presented this spring semester. These films have been carefully selected by RVC faculty for their cultural, political, and social content. Modern Languages faculty will lead an open discussion (in English) following each film screening.

The cost is just $2 per person for the entire series.

Bread and roses (EE.UU) is the next film in our series this semester. Maya comes over the Mexican border without papers and makes her way to L.A., where she gets a job as a janitor: a non-union janitorial service has the contract, the foul-mouthed supervisor can fire workers on a whim, and the service-workers' union has assigned organizer Sam Shapiro to bring its "justice for janitors" campaign to the building. Inspired by a true story.

Contact: Cristina Szterensus, (815) 921-3337
More info: www.rockvalleycollege.edu…

Spotlight Youth Theater THE MUSIC MAN JR.

22 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT

Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem Street, Rockton, IL.
Saturday, March 22, 2014

Spotlight Youth Theater presents, Music Man Jr. An affectionate tribute to Small-town, U.S.A. of a bygone era, Meredith Wilson's The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall.

Price - Low: 10
Price - High: 12
Directed By: Jack Hill
Written By: Meredith Wilson
Age Range: Families
Ticket Phone: 847-516-2298
Ticket Web Link: www.spotlight.org
Contact: Carla Tully

Trinity Lutheran Church Garage Sale

22 Mar 2014 13:00:00 GMT

200 N. First Street Rockford, IL. Rockford, IL. 61107
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 8am – 1pm

All church sale, benefits out reach ministries
priced to sell, something for everyone
Enter Madison St. LL. Wheelchair Accessible

March MADness Book Sale

22 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Auction / Tri-County Tropical Fish Society

22 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

American Legion Hall, 4501 Airport Rd, Bartonville, IL 61607
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 9am – 6pm

TRI-COUNTY TROPICAL FISH SOCIETY AUCTION
Saturday, March 22, 2014
American Legion Hall, 4501 Airport Road, Bartonville, IL 61607
Doors open 9:00 A.M.
Auction starts 10:30 A.M.

Fish, plants, food, equipment, books, etc may be offer for sale.

Further information, advance registration or seller sheets Contact Sue at 309-697-6149 or
E-mail: suetctfs@yahoo.com

groups.yahoo.com…

Buyer numbers available at registration
We will be using the 10 table method for selling auction lots

Contact: call sue (309) 697-6149 or email suetctfs@yahoo.com
More info: groups.yahoo.com…

Klehm Family Day

22 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford. IL 61102
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 10am – 2pm

Our March Family Day will focus on flowers and things that bloom!

We have lots of fun things planned for this months family-focused day. Be prepared to keep busy!

Make flower crafts, keep busy with other “blooming” fun and search the gallery room for flowers found in the Klehm Gardens. We know kids love Scavenger Hunts, so we have hidden ten different flower varieties around the gallery room. See how long it takes to find all ten.

Take a walk outside to look for a Robin. We know they are here. see if you can spot one. We will have binoculars on hand to help kids search.

Our sidewalks are ready for flower power! So, grab some chalk and draw your favorite blooms. We can’t wait to see the masterpieces.

Cookies and drinks will be served.
We hope to see you and bring your friends. The more the merrier!

Members: Free
Non-Members: Included with admission

More info: www.klehm.org…

MELTFEST

22 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

200 Prairie Street (between Prairie Street Brewhouse and Riverview Icehouse
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 10am – 4pm

MELTFEST 2014 is a family friendly festival that will take place on Saturday, March 22nd. The event will take place downtown Rockford between the Prairie Street Brewhouse and the Riverview Icehouse just off of Madison Street. Admission to the festival is free and there will be a wide range of activities for attendees to partake in; including:

• Live Musical Performances by the Missing Links and Unity the Band
• Indoor and Outdoor Food and Merchandise Vendors
• Complimentary Ice Skating and Skate Rental
• Complimentary Trolley Rides
• Early Morning 5K Run/Walk (taking participants through three different wards and five historic districts of Rockford)
• Group Bike Ride
• Kid Activities / Area
• Other Surprise Performances

The event will run from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and promises to have a little bit for everyone. For more information on the event or to register in advance for the 5K or Group Bike Ride please visit www.meltfest.com.

Proceeds from the event will be given to the Community Center Collaborative which is made up of five local community centers, including: Boys and Girls Club, Harlem Community Center, Ken-Rock Community Center, Patriots Gateway Community Center, and Northwest Community Center.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
More info: www.meltfest.com

Recover ME!

22 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Katie's Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 10 – 11am

Recover Me!
This group is all about healing and recovery for adults.
DBT Skills, Creative, Cognitive and Relaxation/Mindfulness Skills, Life stressors, Mental Health and more!
Katie’s Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturdays at 10 a.m.

More info: www.meetup.com…

Egg Artistry Show & Sale

22 Mar 2014 16:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Road Rockford, Il
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 11am – 5pm

Future in Focus

22 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Mendelssohn Club
415 N. Church Street
Rockford, IL
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 1 – 4pm

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Upsilon Chi Zeta Chapter, Rockford, IL will be hosting our
5th Finer Womanhood Program
Theme: Future in Focus: A Woman’s Leadership Panel Discussion
Saturday, March 22, 2014
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Mendelssohn Club
415 N. Church Street
Rockford, IL 61103

Six Women Discover Unique Paths to Success

Sometimes the path to success isn’t the most conventional or logical one. What road are you on today? Is it taking you where you want to go? Enjoy an afternoon with six dynamic women while they share their stories of the path to success. Please join us in a panel discussion with:

Tracey Curry
Entrepreneur Blogger

Kimberla Lawson Roby
New York Times Best Selling Author

Lynn Williams
Clinical Nurse Manager

Wendy Vaughn
Attorney, Assistant Professor

Tiffani Weatherly
School Counselor
Shamika Williams

Founder & Executive Director K~FACT Inc.

Come listen to these women share their unique journeys to reach personal fulfillment and their full professional potential. You can submit questions to the panel on this topic or other topics that affect women for discussion during the event by calling 800-758-9092 or email upsilonchizetachapter@gmail.com.
Tickets are $12.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. For more information and tickets contact 800-758-9092 or upsilonchizetachapter@gmail.com

The European Expedition Exhibit

22 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Ham Dinner

22 Mar 2014 21:30:00 GMT

Faith United Methodist Church
325 S. Stott St
Genoa IL 60135
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 4:30 – 7pm

Faith United Methodist Church announces a Ham Dinner on Saturday, March 22nd from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be a complete Ham Dinner as well as a salad and dessert bar! The cost is $10.00 for adults, children ages 6 through 12 years old will cost $5.00, children 5 years old and younger are free! Carry outs will be available. Please call 815-784-5598 for Carry outs or more information.

Tickets can be purchased that evening. Faith United Methodist Church is located at 325 South Stott Street in Genoa, Illinois. The public is invited to all events. For more information contact Faith Church at 815.784.5143.

Harlem-Roscoe Firefighters Association Spring Dinner Fundraiser

22 Mar 2014 22:00:00 GMT

10544 Main St. Roscoe IL 61073
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 5 – 8pm

Annual Spring Dinner. Menu - Ham, Beef, Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Vegetables, Buns, Dessert, Coffee and Milk. Cost: Adults $8, Children 5-12 - $4, Under 5 free.

Ticket Phone: 815-623-7867
Contact: Chief Don Shoevlin @ 815-623-7867
More info: www.harlem-roscoefire.com

Mardi Gras Dinner

22 Mar 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Brooke Road United Methodist Church
1404 Brooke Road
Rockford IL 61109
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 5 – 8pm

Mardi Gras style dinner featuring New Orleans Gumbo, Corn Bread, Pancakes and King Cakes.
Crafts for the kids.
$5.00 adults. Kids under 12 FREE
For information call 815-398-8914

Price - Low: 5.00
Price - High: 5.00
Contact: Church office 815-398-8914
More info: www.the-brooke.org

Murder Myster Night

22 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 6 – 8pm

Join us on Saturday March 22 from 6-8pm for our Murder Mystery Night. Dust off your flapper dress, zoot suits and Tommy guns and get ready for your Roaring Twenties Murder Mystery Party! Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102, 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

16th Rockford Area Music Industry Spring Benefit

23 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Giovanni's
610 N. Bell School Road
Rockford, IL 61108
Saturday, March 22, 2014, 7 – 11pm

Doors open at 5:00 p.m. attendee's can reserve tables and check out the silent auction items. Bands take the stage at 7:00 p.m. Bands performing - Clutch Cargo, Missing Links and Pablo & The Rhythmix. Tickets in advance $10.00 each or 5 for $45.00. $15.00 at the door. Tickets may be purchased at Giovanni's, Postal Shoppe, all Alpine Bank locations, participating bands or on-line at ramiawards.com

Price - Low: $10.00
Price - High: $15.00
Age Range: Adults
Ticket Phone: 815-546-3021
Ticket Web Link: www.ramiawards.com
Contact: Dan Eisman
More info: www.ramiawards.com

Spotlight Youth Theater THE MUSIC MAN JR.

23 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT

Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem Street, Rockton, IL.
Sunday, March 23, 2014

Spotlight Youth Theater presents, Music Man Jr. An affectionate tribute to Small-town, U.S.A. of a bygone era, Meredith Wilson's The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall.

Price - Low: 10
Price - High: 12
Directed By: Jack Hill
Written By: Meredith Wilson
Age Range: Families
Ticket Phone: 847-516-2298
Ticket Web Link: www.spotlight.org
Contact: Carla Tully

March MADness Book Sale

23 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Sunday, March 23, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Egg Artistry Show & Sale

23 Mar 2014 16:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Road Rockford, Il
Sunday, March 23, 2014, 11am – 5pm

The European Expedition Exhibit

23 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Sunday, March 23, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

March MADness Book Sale

24 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Monday, March 24, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Into Science

24 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Monday, March 24, 2014, 10am – 5pm

Grab your flip flops and cut off shorts. From bouncing beach balls to sculpting sand, jump-start your spring break with exciting science fun. Experience amazing science demonstrations, explore the spring night sky in our planetarium show, and get hand-on with fresh art and creative crafts.

Messy Monday

24 Mar 2014 16:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Monday, March 24, 2014, 11am – 3pm

Messy Mondays feature special theme-focused art projects with professional artists. Messy Monday dates occur on legal and school holidays and through out the summer.

The European Expedition Exhibit

24 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Monday, March 24, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

24 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Monday, March 24, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

March MADness Book Sale

25 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Into Science

25 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 10am – 5pm

Grab your flip flops and cut off shorts. From bouncing beach balls to sculpting sand, jump-start your spring break with exciting science fun. Experience amazing science demonstrations, explore the spring night sky in our planetarium show, and get hand-on with fresh art and creative crafts.

The European Expedition Exhibit

25 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Journey of Hope and Healing Grief Support Group

25 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Swedish American Hospital
1401 East State Street
Rockford, IL
Charles Street Entrance Conference Room 2&3 on the 1st Floor
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 6 – 7:30pm

Community Grief Support Group. All are welcome to attend. Bereavement Coordinators from Heartland Hospice will facilitate group. For more information or details on special holiday programs call Heartland Hospice at 815-397-3691.
No group during holiday weeks.

Ticket Phone: 815-397-3691
Contact: Heartland Hospice
More info: www.heartlandhospice.com

Natural Land Institute Annual Dinner

25 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort
700 West Riverside Blvd.
Rockford, Illinois
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 6 – 8:15pm

Naturalist and Author Joel Greenberg will be the guest speaker at Natural Land Institute's Annual Dinner. He will sign copies of his new book A Feathered River Across the Sky after the dinner. The George and Barbara Fell award for outstanding land conservation leadership will also be awarded at the event. The dinner is open to the public and is a great opportunity to learn more about the Natural Land Institute and to meet local residents interested natural lands conservation.

Price - Low: 40.00
Price - High: 40.00
Ticket Phone: 815-964-6666
Ticket Web Link: www.naturalland.org
Contact: Kim Johnsen
More info: www.naturalland.org

Surfing for Change

26 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Rockford University
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 7pm

Kyle Thiermann is a 23-year-old pro surfer who has created some serious waves around the world. He is the creator and host of the hit YouTube series, Surfing For Change. Combining surfing great waves with making a series of short films about current issues, Thiermann focuses on the power you have to create a better world through everyday decisions. His first YouTube movie in the series details how money kept in multinational banks is used to finance destructive projects all over the world. He graduated from Gaia University with a Bachelors of Science in Green Business. He has been featured in media throughout the world, including Outside Magazine, Discovery Channel, and Surfer Magazine.

More info: www.rockford.edu…

March MADness Book Sale

26 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Wednesday, March 26, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Into Science

26 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Wednesday, March 26, 2014, 10am – 5pm

Grab your flip flops and cut off shorts. From bouncing beach balls to sculpting sand, jump-start your spring break with exciting science fun. Experience amazing science demonstrations, explore the spring night sky in our planetarium show, and get hand-on with fresh art and creative crafts.

The European Expedition Exhibit

26 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Wednesday, March 26, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

March MADness Book Sale

27 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Into Science

27 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 10am – 5pm

Grab your flip flops and cut off shorts. From bouncing beach balls to sculpting sand, jump-start your spring break with exciting science fun. Experience amazing science demonstrations, explore the spring night sky in our planetarium show, and get hand-on with fresh art and creative crafts.

The European Expedition Exhibit

27 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Celebrate with Us

27 Mar 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort
700 W. Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL 61103
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 5pm

The Ethnic Heritage Museum invites you to "Celebrate with Us", Ethnic Holiday Traditions from each gallery in the museum. There will also be silent auction items to bid on and raffle tickets for some great prizes.

Price - Low: $45
Price - High: $360
Ticket Web Link: www.ethnicheritagemuseum.org
Contact: Barb Berman
More info: www.ethnicheritagemuseum.org

Belvidere Moose BINGO

28 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Belvidere Moose Lodge
575 Beloit Road
Belvidere, IL 61008
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 7 – 9:30pm

Doors open at 4:00 PM and pre-games start at 5:30 with BINGO starting at 7:00PM. We have large jackpots with a great atmosphere.

More info: www.belvideremoose.org

March MADness Book Sale

28 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Friday, March 28, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

Spring Into Science

28 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Friday, March 28, 2014, 10am – 5pm

Grab your flip flops and cut off shorts. From bouncing beach balls to sculpting sand, jump-start your spring break with exciting science fun. Experience amazing science demonstrations, explore the spring night sky in our planetarium show, and get hand-on with fresh art and creative crafts.

The European Expedition Exhibit

28 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Friday, March 28, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Celebrate Recovery

28 Mar 2014 22:45:00 GMT

1280 S.Alpine Rd.
Friday, March 28, 2014, 5:45 – 9:45pm

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

28 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Friday, March 28, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

64th Annual Oregon, IL Antique Show

29 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Blackhawk Center
1101 W Jefferson St
Oregon, Illinois
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Featuring over 50 Midwest antique dealers. Crystal & China repair. Appraisals on Sunday ($5 per item). Free parking. Concessions. Door Prizes. Entry $6 per person. Information call 815-732-2219.

March MADness Book Sale

29 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

How to Grow Great Lilies in Rockford

29 Mar 2014 14:30:00 GMT

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 9:30 – 11:30am

Speaker - Woody Imberman, president of the Wisconsin/Illinois Lily Society

Klehm Members: Free
Public: Included with Klehm Admission

Price - Low: $0
Price - High: $6
More info: www.klehm.org…

Recover ME!

29 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Katie's Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 10 – 11am

Recover Me!
This group is all about healing and recovery for adults.
DBT Skills, Creative, Cognitive and Relaxation/Mindfulness Skills, Life stressors, Mental Health and more!
Katie’s Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturdays at 10 a.m.

More info: www.meetup.com…

Nano Day

29 Mar 2014 16:30:00 GMT

Discovery Center Museum
711 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 11:30am – 3:30pm

Explore the incredible infinitesimal world of Nano Science! Greeting cards that sing, fabric that stretches, and thermometers that turn color owe their remarkable properties to this cutting-edge technology. Meet real scientists, learn about future applications, and delve into special hands-on projects as you discover how tiny size can make an enormous difference.

The European Expedition Exhibit

29 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Monroe Center Community Church Fun Fair

29 Mar 2014 19:00:00 GMT

Monroe Center Fire Station
104 West St.
Monroe Center, IL 61052
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 2 – 5pm

Concessions, Games, Cake Walk, Touch-A- Truck, & Local Vendors

Age Range: Families
Contact: Kelly Meyers

Monroe Center Community Church Fun Fair

29 Mar 2014 19:00:00 GMT

Lydia Urban Academy 2nd Annual Night of Many Dances

29 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Giovanni's Restaurant, Rockford, IL
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 6 – 9pm

Leadership Rockford has partnered with Lydia Urban Academy and will be hosting the 2nd Annual Night of Many Dances Fundraiser, a unique event for the Rockford area. This remarkable fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 6:00-9:00pm at Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road, Rockford, IL 61107.

Leadership Rockford is a program created over 50 years ago by the Rockford Chamber of Commerce to enhance awareness of business, government and civic issues and opportunities through an interactive process and motivate direct involvement in business and community leadership. The collaboration with LYDIA Urban Academy will raise funds providing students with scholarships. This will give students a second chance to achieve success in earning their high school diploma while equipping them with the skills to prepare them to be contributing members of their community. “Lydia has opened my eyes to the workplace and made me realize the importance of work and that it is not a game. They have also helped me realize how important it is to have a diploma to accomplish my goals in life,” says a Lydia student.

The Night of Many Dances will entertain your mind as you witness an array of multi-cultural dance groups from the Rockford area and touch your heart as you learn how a Change in Education will Change the Community. Join us as we celebrate our community’s diversity, our uniqueness, and our connection with each other.

LYDIA Urban Academy is a NCA accredited, non-traditional, Christian high school whose purpose is to serve students who are not succeeding in the traditional school system. LYDIA is a high school diploma program with a unique focus on character education, work readiness, life skills training, and mentoring.

Price - Low: 50.00
Price - High: 50.00
Ticket Phone: 815-966-0039
Ticket Web Link: www.lydiarockford.org
Contact: Kelli Graham; kgraham@lydiahome.org
More info: www.lydiarockford.org

Lights, Cameras...The Oscars!

30 Mar 2014 00:30:00 GMT

Coronado Performing Arts Center
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 7:30pm

Rockford Symphony Orchestra with Nat Chandler and Teri Dale Hansen

Ticket Phone: 815.965.0049
More info: www.rockfordsymphony.com

March MADness Book Sale

30 Mar 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Cherry Valley Public Library District
755 E. State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Sunday, March 30, 2014, 9am – 5pm

Indulge your passion at the always-fun, low-
priced, carefully-sorted used book sale.
The media and books - fiction, biographies,
history, home & garden, cookbooks, crafts,
literature, children’s, teen’s, large print and
paperbacks – are available for purchase at
low prices. [Can’t wait? Shop the Preview
on Friday March 21, noon – 3 p.m. $5
Friends’ membership fee.] Open daily through
March 30, library open hours.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: 815-332-5161
Contact: cvlib@cherryvalley.lib.il.us
More info: www.cherryvalley.lib.il.us

64th Annual Oregon, IL Antique Show

30 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Blackhawk Center
1101 W Jefferson St
Oregon, Illinois
Sunday, March 30, 2014, 10am – 4pm

Featuring over 50 Midwest antique dealers. Crystal & China repair. Appraisals on Sunday ($5 per item). Free Parking. Concessions. Door Prizes. Entry $6 per person. Information 815-732-2219.

The European Expedition Exhibit

30 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Sunday, March 30, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Cancer relief benefit for Hanna Mattlin

30 Mar 2014 19:00:00 GMT

Casey's Pub
7307 N. Alpine Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
Sunday, March 30, 2014, 2 – 6pm

Pizza and Pasta buffet for $8 per person. There will be raffles and 50/50 drawing. All proceeds will go to Hanna Mattlin to help her fight ovarian cancer.

Price - Low: $8

The European Expedition Exhibit

31 Mar 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Monday, March 31, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

31 Mar 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Monday, March 31, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

Cover Crop Workshop

01 Apr 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Durand State Bank Community Room
1005 Cameron Dr. - Durand, IL
Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 9am – 12pm

Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) and Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) is partnering with Ag-Tech and Legacy Seeds in hosting a cover crop workshop on April 1. 9A - Noon - a complementary lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by March 25th to WCSWCD (Dennis Anthony) (815) 965-2392, x3 or Ag-Tech (Trevor Olson) (815) 541-6720.

The European Expedition Exhibit

01 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Journey of Hope and Healing Grief Support Group

01 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Swedish American Hospital
1401 East State Street
Rockford, IL
Charles Street Entrance Conference Room 2&3 on the 1st Floor
Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 6 – 7:30pm

Community Grief Support Group. All are welcome to attend. Bereavement Coordinators from Heartland Hospice will facilitate group. For more information or details on special holiday programs call Heartland Hospice at 815-397-3691.
No group during holiday weeks.

Ticket Phone: 815-397-3691
Contact: Heartland Hospice
More info: www.heartlandhospice.com

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown - Lecture

02 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Fisher Memorial Chapel
Rockford University
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
Tuesday, April 1, 2014, 7pm

University of Wisconsin Spanish Professor Juan Egea, Ph.D., is an expert in Spanish cinema and poetry. Originally from Alicante, Spain, he received his doctorate from Harvard. Professor Egea teaches contemporary peninsular poetry and film. He is the author of La poesía del nosotros: Jaime Gil de Biedma y la secuencia lírica moderna (Madrid: Visor, 2004) and Dark Laughter: Spanish Film, Comedy and the Nation (Madison: UW-Press, 2013). He is also working on the relations between poetry and film and on Bécquer’s poetry in the context of the cultural production of the second part of the 19th century in Spain. Dr. Egea’s teaching and research interests include cultural and visual studies.

More info: www.rockford.edu…

The European Expedition Exhibit

02 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Earth Day Awards Luncheon with National Speaker

03 Apr 2014 16:30:00 GMT

Giovanni's Restaurant and Convention Center, 610 N. Bell School Road, Rockford
Thursday, April 3, 2014, 11:30am – 1pm

Local environmental awards presented. Keynote by nationally-known eco-speaker (to be announced in February). Individual tickets and tables of 10 available, opportunities for sponsorship or ads in program booklet.

Price - Low: $50
Price - High: $500
Ticket Phone: 815-637-1343
Contact: Courtney Oertel, Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, 815-637-1343, courtney@knib.org
More info: www.knib.org

The European Expedition Exhibit

03 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Thursday, April 3, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Movie Night Northern IL Voter Forum

03 Apr 2014 23:30:00 GMT

Thursday, April 3, 2014, 6:30 – 8pm

Northern IL Voter Forum offers movies on topics of education, election integrity, national sovereignty and constitutional freedoms. The public is welcome at no cost.

Belvidere Moose BINGO

04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Belvidere Moose Lodge
575 Beloit Road
Belvidere, IL 61008
Thursday, April 3, 2014, 7 – 9:30pm

Doors open at 4:00 PM and pre-games start at 5:30 with BINGO starting at 7:00PM. We have large jackpots with a great atmosphere.

More info: www.belvideremoose.org

The European Expedition Exhibit

04 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
411 Kent Street
Rockford, IL 61102
Friday, April 4, 2014, 1pm

Traveling Tinkers: The European Expedition Exhibit. January 18-April 13 Robert Tinker spent a nine month journey touring the European continent, visiting one wonderful place after another. Throughout his travel, Robert kept a diary chronicling every event with vivid accounts of the different places he saw, the buildings, landscapes, and the people he met. At each of his destinations, he would sketch an image as a keepsake for the mystical places that he saw and a reminder of where he had been. With the help of his dairy and his amazingly detailed sketches, you will take the same journey as Robert and hear about the places through his own pen as you see how places have changed or remained the same in over 150 years. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102. 815-964-2424. www.tinkercottage.com

More info: www.tinkercottage.com

Winnebago County CASA Wine Tasting

04 Apr 2014 22:30:00 GMT

Artale Wine Co.
6876 Spring Creek Road
Rockford, IL 61114
Friday, April 4, 2014, 5:30 – 8:30pm

Join us, along with your friends, on Friday, April 4, 2014, 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Over 30 wines and appetizers from Josef's. The cost is a $15 Donation to Winnebago County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). Visit our website for additional information, www.winnebagocountycasa.org.

Celebrate Recovery

04 Apr 2014 22:45:00 GMT

1280 S.Alpine Rd.
Friday, April 4, 2014, 5:45 – 9:45pm

Museum Views-40th Anniversary of Midway Village Museum

04 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT

Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL
Friday, April 4, 2014, 6pm

This coming January, Midway Village Museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with the opportunity for individuals to join the celebration, through participation in a first-ever museum photography contest. Full details including how to enter, photography categories, rules and the deadline for submissions will be included in an information packet available after January 13, 2014.

The contest will run through November 2014 with a reception to highlight the winning entries slated for late-November. Museum Views is free to enter but regular event admission applies.

If you are interested in the photo contest, please contact Lonna Converso, Director of Marketing, at 815-397-9112, ext. 110 or lonna.converso@midwayvillage.com. She will place your name on a list to be emailed the information packet and the complete details of the contest.

Lincoln Land Depression Era Glass & Pottery Show/sale

05 Apr 2014 05:00:00 GMT

Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois
Saturday, April 5, 2014

Lincoln Land Depression Glass Club will hold it's 39th annual show & sale of American-made glass/pottery from the late 1920's to 1970. 26 dealers from several states will be on hand to both show and sell their wares. For more information, please visit our website. lincolnlandglassclub.com Early bird hours begin at 9 a.m. on Sat. until 10 a.m. at which time regular hours begin until 5 p.m. Sunday hours are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will be a well known glass grinder to repair chips as well as a refreshment stand. Come and learn about our great history through the glassware made during the Great Depression years. Children are welcome!

Price - Low: $3.00
Price - High: $5.00
Age Range: All Ages
More info: www.lincolnlandglassclub.com

Guys on Grass Horticulture Class

05 Apr 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
2715 S. Main St.
Rockfordl IL 61102
Saturday, April 5, 2014, 10am

Members: Free
Non-Members: Included with daily admission.

Ticket Phone: 815.965.8146
Ticket Web Link: www.klehm.org…
Contact: Carrie Schommer
More info: www.klehm.org…

Recover ME!

05 Apr 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Katie's Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturday, April 5, 2014, 10 – 11am

Recover Me!
This group is all about healing and recovery for adults.
DBT Skills, Creative, Cognitive and Relaxation/Mindfulness Skills, Life stressors, Mental Health and more!
Katie’s Cup
502 7th Street
Rockford 61104
Saturdays at 10 a.m.

More info: www.meetup.com…

Week of the Young Child Family Fun Fair

05 Apr 2014 15:00:00 GMT

Heartland Community Church
1280 South Alpine Road
Rockford, IL 61108
Saturday, April 5, 2014, 10am – 3pm

Week of the Young Child, an annual event that will take place April 6-12, 2014, is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and will be celebrating its 43rd year. The purpose of the Week of the Young Child™ is to focus public attention on the needs of young children (birth-age 8) and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. The third annual Early Childhood Family Fun Fair will help kick-off the community events in the Rockford area on April 5 at Heartland Community Church. Developmental information and activities will be available at the 2014 Family Fun Fair. Free.

Price - Low: 0.00
Price - High: 0.00
Age Range: Families
Contact: Lynne Riley
More info: woyc_rockford@aol.com