Thursday, July 24, 2008 through Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Escape to Burpee – Ice Age – Where Mammoths Once Trampled 7/24/2008
6 to 10 year olds – Escape to Burpee Museum Thursday afternoons this summer! Themes include: Snakes Alive!, Fishy Tales, Cool off and Explore the Arctic, Volcanic Bombs & Rocks of Fire, Ice Age - Where Mammoths Once Trampled, The Magic of Worms, and The Land Beneath our Feet. Days/Times: Thu: 1-2:30pm; Cost: $10 per child members/$12 per child non-members; Event Location: Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N Main St., Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-965-3433 or visit Website www.burpee.org.
Music in the Park: Jodi Beach Trio 7/24/2008
Classic jazz and standards, in smooth and breezy style. Days/Times: Thu: 7:30-9:15pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Sinnissippi Music Shell – 1401 N. Second St., Rockford, IL 61107. For more information: 815-987-8800 or visit Website www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Pro Fastpitch Softball: Rockford Thunder vs. Washington Glory 7/24/2008
Days/Times: Thu: 1:05pm; Cost: $5-$8; Event Location: Player’s Park – 5444 Swanson Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073. For more information:
815-965-7000 or visit Website www.thunderprofastpitch.com.
Rockford RiverHawks vs. Evansville Otters 7/24/2008
Rockford's professional baseball team, members of the 12-team Frontier League, plays at the new Road Ranger Stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Specials, giveaways, entertainment and good, old-fashioned summertime baseball make a visit to the ballpark a great family outing. Days/Times: Thu: 7:05pm; Cost: $5-$15; Event Location: Road Ranger Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-885-2255 or visit Website www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
Discovery Center Museum Family Fun Days: Jim Gill 7/25/2008
Enjoy a concert with Jim as he bangs out energetic rhythms on his banjo while you clap, jump, dance and sing along. Days/Times: Fri: 11:30am and 1:30pm; Cost: Included in regular museum admission: $6/adults, $5/children 2-17; Event Location: Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-963-6769 or visit Website www.discoverycentermuseum.org.
Pro Fastpitch Softball: Rockford Thunder vs. Washington Glory 7/25/2008
Days/Times: Fri: 6:35pm; Cost: $5-$8; Event Location: Player’s Park – 5444 Swanson Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073. For more information:
815-965-7000 or visit Website www.thunderprofstpitch.com.
Rockford RiverHawks vs. Evansville Otters 7/25/2008
Rockford's professional baseball team, members of the 12-team Frontier League, plays at the new Road Ranger Stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Specials, giveaways, entertainment and good, old-fashioned summertime baseball make a visit to the ballpark a great family outing; Special Promotion:Lunch Box Giveaway / Christmas in July. Days/Times: Fri: 7:05pm; Cost: $5-$15; Event Location: Road Ranger Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-885-2255 or visit Website www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
"Cars on Main" Car Show in Pecatonica 7/26/2008
Fourth annual show with over 100 unique cars and trucks on display along Pecatonica's Main Street. Café specials and entertainment. Days/Times: Sat: 9am-3pm; Event Location: Pecatonica – Main Street, downtown Pecatonica, IL 61063. For more information: 888-851-1559 (toll free) or visit Website www.aeroinc.net/pecweb/.
Hall Creek Scamper 5k Run/ 1 Mile Run/Walk 7/26/2008
Green, Serene, Lean -- The Hall Creek Scamper combines these three elements in a 5k Open Race, a 5k Youth (high school and under) Race, and a 1 Mile Walk/Run/Scavenger Hunt. GREEN: Waste output and energy inputs will be minimized, course markings will be low impact, and part of each race entry fee will be used to buy carbon offsets to diminish the race’s carbon footprint. Organic cotton t-shirts are guaranteed to the first 150 registered participants. SERENE: The event takes place on the scenic trails and roads of Severson Dells forest preserve. Scavenger hunt participants will learn about Northern Illinois wildlife. LEAN: The Hall Creek Scamper promotes fitness in nature. The Youth race includes a team competition that encourages participation in running and fitness-related activities. The Open race includes a team race which encourages camaraderie and group fitness. The walk/run encourages the synthesis of fitness and fun for all who participate. Printable race forms and more information are available at the Severson Dells Nature Center's website. Days/Times: Sat: Open 5k Race 8am, Youth 5k race 8:45am, 1 Mile Run/Walk 9:30am; Cost: Pre-registered: $20 for Open race, $15 for youth race, $10 for walk. Day-of Registration: all are $25; Event Location: Severson Dells Nature Center – 8786 Montague Rd., Rockford, IL 61102. Rockford, IL 61102. For more information: 815-713-8286 or visit Website seversondells.com.
Pro Fastpitch Softball: Rockford Thunder vs. Washington Glory 7/26/2008
Days/Times: Sat: 5:35pm; Cost: $5-$8; Event Location: Player’s Park – 5444 Swanson Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073. For more information:
815-965-7000 or visit Website www.thunderprofastpitch.com.
King of Rockford 100 - Border Wars II at Rockford Speedway 7/26/2008
ASA Late Model Series, America’s Premier short-track series, Northern Division featuring some of the best short-track drivers in the country running 100 laps on high-banked paved oval at Rockford Speedway. King of Rockford 100 is part of two of our exciting Border Wars weekend. Days/Times: 7:07pm; Cost: $15/adult, $5/children 6-11, free/5 and under; Event Location: Rockford Speedway – 9572 Forest Hills Rd. at Rt. 173, Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-633-1500 or visit Website www.rockfordspeedway.com.
Rockford RiverHawks vs. Evansville Otters 7/26/2008
Rockford's professional baseball team, members of the 12-team Frontier League, plays at the new Road Ranger Stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Specials, giveaways, entertainment and good, old-fashioned summertime baseball make a visit to the ballpark a great family outing; Special Promotion:Floppy Hat Giveaway. Days/Times: Sat 7:05pm; Cost: $5-$15; Event Location: Road Ranger Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-885-2255 or visit Website www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
Starlight Theatre Presents: "The Little Shop of Horrors" 7/24/2008 - 7/27/2008
For the 2008 Season's third production, the flesh-eating plant from outer space, Audrey II, takes root. Days/Times: Thu-Sun: 8pm; Cost: $16/adults, $15/students and seniors; Event Location: Starlight Theatre – 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61114. For more information: 815-921-2160 or visit Website www.rvcstarlight.com.
Pec Playhouse Theatre presents Godspell 7/25/2008 - 7/27/2008
The musical Godspell written by Stephen Schwartz. Based on the Gospel according to Matthew, Godspell is filled with memorable songs, including the international hit, Day by Day. Days/Times: Fri and Sat: 8pm; Sat and Sun Matinees: 2pm; Cost: $10; Groups of 20 or more $9; Event Location: Pec Playhouse Theatre – 314 Main St., Pecatonica, IL 61063. For more information: 815-239-1210 or visit Website www.pecplayhouse.org.
Aldersgate Corn Boil 7/27/2008
All-you-can-eat, butter-dipped, boiled sweet corn in outdoor shade or tent seating while corn kids bring you the seconds...and thirds…and more. Also enjoy a hot dog, dessert and your choice of beverages. Days/Times: Sun: 3pm-6:30pm; Cost: $5/adults advance, $6 at door; $2/kids 7 and under; Event Location: Aldersgate United Methodist Church – 4055 N. Rockton, Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-654-3800 or Email: aldersgateumc@sbcglobal.net.
Tinker with Music Summer Outdoor Concert Series - Val Eddy 7/27/2008
Val Eddy - Italian Music with mandolin and more. A different music genre will be performed at each concert in the series. This is an outdoor concert and everyone is invited to bring lawn chairs and picnic dinners. Sit back, enjoy the Tinker Swiss Cottage and grounds and listen to wonderful music. Days/Times: Sun: 6-7:30pm; Cost: Donations Suggested; Event Location: Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens - 411 Kent St., Rockford, IL 61102; Building/Center: Tinker Grounds. For more information: 815-964-2424 or visit Website www.tinkercottage.com.
Ethnic Heritage Museum - Featuring Local Italian Athletes 7/27/2008
Sundays through July. Displays and stories of boxer Sammy Mandell, balloonist Ben Abruzzo and professional baseball player Frank DeCastris, who played for Cleveland, Philadelphia and Cincinnati. Days/Times: Sun: 2pm-4pm; Cost: Donations appreciated; Event Location: Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101; Room/Hall: Italian Gallery. For more information: 815-962-7402.
Music in the Park: Decatur Park Singers 7/29/2008
Broadway, patriotic and pop tunes, with an energetic cast of tomorrow's stars. Days/Times: Tue: 7:30-9:15pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Sinnissippi Music Shell – 1401 N. Second St., Rockford, IL 61107. For more information: 815-987-8800 or visit Website www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Burpee Museum’s Wonder What’s on Wednesday? Art Day 7/30/2008
Wonder What's on Wednesday at the Burpee Museum this summer? Weekly themes include: the ocean, birds, water, discovery, Cherry Moon, ice, art, and fossils. Days/Times: Wed: 11am-3pm; Cost: Free Admission Day, $3 per project; Event Location: Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N Main St., Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-965-3433 or visit Website www.burpee.org.
Imagination Station: Ken Schultz, The Flying Fool 7/30/2008
The Flying Fool makes the good times roll, performing comic stunts and juggling. There’s nothing Ken can’t juggle, from bowling balls to rubber chickens! Days/Times: Wed: 1:30-2:15pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Sinnissippi Music Shell – 1401 N. Second St., Rockford, IL 61107. For more information: 815-987-8800 or visit Website www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Racing at Rockford Speedway: Wild Wednesday Racing 7/30/2008
RR Super Summer Series, Crap Scrappers Hornets, Winged Women on Wheels, Figure 8, Spectacular Drags, Legacy Cars, Bandoleros plus Yellowbook Race. Days/Times: 7:07pm; Cost: $8/adults, $4/children, free/children 5 and under; Event Location: Rockford Speedway – 9572 Forest Hills Rd. at Rt. 173, Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-633-1500 or visit Website www.rockfordspeedway.com.
Rockford RiverHawks vs. Washington Wild Things 7/30/2008
Rockford's professional baseball team, members of the 12-team Frontier League, plays at the new Road Ranger Stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Specials, giveaways, entertainment and good, old-fashioned summertime baseball make a visit to the ballpark a great family outing. Days/Times: Wed 7:05pm; Cost: $5-$15; Special Promotion: Dog Days of Summer; Event Location: Road Ranger Stadium – 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111. For more information: 815-885-2255 or visit Website www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
Ongoing Events
Starlight Theatre Presents: “Thoroughly Modern Millie” 7/30/2008-8/3/2008
The 2008 Season closes with a return to the flapper era of the 1920s, when the seeds of modern feminism rebellion were nurtured. Days/Times: Wed-Sun: 8pm; Cost: $16/adults, $15/students and seniors; Event Location: Starlight Theatre – 3301 N. Mulford Rd.,
Rockford, IL 61114. For more information: 815-921-2160 or visit Website www.rvcstarlight.com.
New Dimensions Gallery & Gardens Exhibit: Fabrications and Garden Gallery II Thru- 8/7/2008
Fabrications features artwork incorporating fabric, or inspired by fabric and stitchery (weaving, quilting, buttonholes, zippers, etc.). Garden Gallery II features ceramic, wood and metal sculptures, as well as mixed media pieces outdoors on the Womanspace campus. Days/Times: Mon-Thu: 9am - 5pm (plus weekends and evenings when programs are scheduled); Cost: Free - Art purchases benefit Womanspace and its programs; Event Location: Womanspace Campus – 3333 Maria Linden Dr., Rockford, IL 61114. For more information: 815-877-0118.
Farmers' Market on Perryville Thru - 9/13/2008
Sample the season's freshest produce from local growers in this farmers' market on Rockford's far east side. Days/Times: Sat: 9am-1pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Perryville Rd. & Fincham Rd., just south of E. State St. (U.S. Business 20). For more information:
815-229-3000.
Farmers Market at Klehm Thru - 9/29/2008
On Monday evenings, shop for locally grown, farm fresh produce at the Farmers Market at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Center. University of Illinois Extension - Winnebago County is helping operate the market. Days/Times: Mon: 4-7pm; Event Location: Klehm Arboretum, 2715 South Main St., Rockford, IL 61102. For more information: 815-965-8146 or visit Website www.klehm.org.
Rockford Art Museum: 2008 Rockford Midwestern Thru - 10/5/2008
This marks the 70th presentation of the juried, biennial exhibition of contemporary visual arts from artists in a nine-state region. The 101 works by 90 artists include original paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and photographs. Awards will be presented during the free public opening on Friday, July 11, 7-8:30pm. Days/Times: Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: Noon-5pm; Cost: Regular museum admission: $6/adults, $3/seniors and students; members and children under 12 free; free individual admission Tuesdays; Event Location: Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-968-2787 or visit Website www.rockfordartmuseum.org.
Farmer's Market at North End Commons Thru - 10/25/2008
Purchase fresh seasonal produce, cut flowers, plants and bakery items in North End Commons' annual farmers' market. Days/Times: Sat: 8am-noon; Cost: Free; Event Location: City parking lot behind La Di Da Gifts and Antiques - 1416 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103. For more information: 815-962-1234 or visit Website www.northendcommons.com.
Farmer’s Markets – River District Thru – 10/25/2008
Both days' markets feature locally grown produce, plants and flowers, arts, crafts, and baked goods. Saturday's Farmers Market includes a children's play area and beverages for sale. Days/Times: Tuesdays 8am-2pm; Saturdays 8am-4pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Tues at YMCA South Lot (tennis courts) 215 Y Blvd.; Sat at Trinity's Learning Center Lot, 210 N. First St.; For more information: 815-964-6221
or visit Website www.riverdistrict.com.
Farmer's Market at Edgebrook Thru - 10/29/2008
Dozens of local farmers display their highest quality vegetables, fruits, flowers and plants. On occasion, local musicians will perform to enhance your shopping experience. Days/Times: Wed: 9am-1pm; Event Location: Edgebrook Shopping Center - 1639 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61107. For more information: 815-226-0212 or visit Website: www.edgebrookshops.com.
Farmers' Market at Colonial Village Thru - 10/31/2008
Fresh fruits & vegetables, plants & flowers, craft items including ceramics, quilts, pillows, soaps & lotions, baked goods, roasted nuts & more!
Days/Times: Fri: 9am-1pm; Cost: Free; Event Location: Colonial Village Mall - 1240 S. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61108. For more information: 815-398-3350.
