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March 27, 2010 - March 28, 2010
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Our calendar of events is jam-packed with family festivals and fun! There are so many things to do in Rockford that you will probably find yourself running out of time. From a SPLASHtacular day at Magic Waters Waterpark and CoCo Key Water Resort to the largest street festival in Illinois, On the Waterfront, there's always something going on in the Rockford Region.
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03/07/2010 - 03/13/2010
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1/12/2010 - 4/27/2010
Family Friendly Skate and Play Tuesdays - Carlson Ice Arena and Sapora Playworld
FAMILY FRIENDLY SKATE AND PLAY TUESDAYS - CARLSON ICE ARENA AND SAPORA PLAYWORLD
January 12, 2010 - April 27, 2010Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Times: Tue: 5:35pm-6:50pm
Location: Carlson Ice Arena and Sapora Playworld
Address: 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111
Phone: (815) 969-4069
Website: www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/iceskate
Admission: $4 per person; Ages 2 and younger free
Description: This session coincides with the "Half-Off Tuesdays" discounted admission at Sapora Playworld, the three-level indoor soft play structure for ages 5-12 inside the Carlson Ice Arena building; there's also Tiny Tots Playspace, a smaller version of Playworld for ages 4 and younger. Playworld half-off admission fees range from 50 cents to $2.25, based on age and residency. For information on accessibility and adapted equipment for people with disabilities, call 815-987-8800.
Subarea: Rockford Northeast
Directions: From I-90, take Riverside Blvd exit. Travel west to Perryville Rd. Turn right (north) on Perryville Rd. to Carlson Arctic Ice Area and Sapora Playworld entrance.
Directions: From I-90, take Riverside Blvd exit. Travel west to Perryville Rd. Turn right (north) on Perryville Rd. to Carlson Arctic Ice Area and Sapora Playworld entrance.
1/22/2010 - 4/25/2010
Rockford Art Museum - 2010 Rockford Midwestern
ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM - 2010 ROCKFORD MIDWESTERN
January 22, 2010 - April 25, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 12pm-5pm
Location: Rockford Art Museum
Address: 711 N. Main St. , Rockford, IL 61103
Phone: (815) 968-2787
Website: www.rockfordartmuseum.org
Admission: Adults $6; Seniors and students $3
Description: The Rockford Midwestern is a biennial juried exhibition that originated as an annual showcase for local artists. The year 2010 marks the 71st presentation of this regional show that draws the best works from artists from a nine-state region. Artists residing in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin participate. With this exhibition, Rockford Art Museum shows its commitment to presenting the breadth and depth of contemporary art in the Midwest.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
1/29/2010 - 3/28/2010
Rockford Art Museum Exhibition - The World Through a Woman's Eyes in 2010
ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM EXHIBITION - THE WORLD THROUGH A WOMAN'S EYES IN 2010
January 29, 2010 - March 28, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: Noon-5pm
Fri: 1/29/2010 5pm-7pm: Free public opening reception
Location: Rockford Art Museum Art Annex
Address: 711 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Phone: (815) 968-2787
Website: www.rockfordartmuseum.org
Admission: Museum Admission: $6 adults; $3 seniors & non-member students; Free for members & children under 12
Free public opening reception on Fri: 1/29/2010
Description: Nine local female artists display their work in the RAM Art Annex. Look through the eyes of each artist to see their unique perspective of the world in the 21st century.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
2/7/2010 - 4/25/2010
Ethnic Heritage Museum - Celebrate Carnevale!
ETHNIC HERITAGE MUSEUM - CELEBRATE CARNEVALE!
February 07, 2010 - April 25, 2010Recurring weekly on Sunday
Times: Sun: 2pm-4pm (February 21 includes a Power Point presentation)
Location: Ethnic Heritage Museum, Italian Gallery
Address: 1129 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61102
Phone: (815) 962-7402
Website: www.ethnicheritagemuseum.org
Admission: Donations appreciated
Description: See beautiful Italian costumes typically worn during the 1800's city-wide festival. This was an exciting time of daring, crowded streets filled with revelry, music, and royalty hiding behind colorfully glorious masks. Learn why they call Carnevale the time when One becomes Any One! Legends of Puncinella and Harliquino come alive in the Italian Gallery. For special group tours of the Italian Gallery's amazing display and admission, call 815-962-7402 or 815-877-2888.
Subarea: Rockford Southwest
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West 6.5 miles on Business 20 to IL 2 southbound (S. Church St.). Turn left (south) on IL for a little over one mile; museum is on the right-hand side of the street. From I-39: Go west on Bypass U.S. 20 to IL 2 (N. Main St.); turn north on IL 2 to the museum on the west side of the street.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West 6.5 miles on Business 20 to IL 2 southbound (S. Church St.). Turn left (south) on IL for a little over one mile; museum is on the right-hand side of the street. From I-39: Go west on Bypass U.S. 20 to IL 2 (N. Main St.); turn north on IL 2 to the museum on the west side of the street.
2/7/2010 - 4/25/2010
Ethnic Heritage Museum: African American Life Post-Civil War
ETHNIC HERITAGE MUSEUM: AFRICAN AMERICAN LIFE POST-CIVIL WAR
February 07, 2010 - April 25, 2010Recurring weekly on Sunday
Location: Ethnic Heritage Museum
Address: 1129 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61102
Phone: (815) 962-7402
Email: ehm1129@comcast.net.
Website: www.ethnicheritagemuseum.org
Admission: Donations appreciated
Description: Most Americans are aware of what life was like for Black people before the Civil War. The African American Gallery's, "African American Life Post-Civil War" will spotlight life after the Civil War, showcasing items used and owned by African Americans from the mid-1800's to the early 1900's. On display will be several items on loan from Dr. and Mrs. Robert Head. Dr. Head is the first African American president of Rockford College. The Rockford Public Library has donated to the museum a notebook-format reproduction of "African Americans in Rockford - Lincoln's Era," the original exhibit that the library's Adult Services Department created in 2009. It is based on the book African Americans in Early Rockford, 1834-1871, by John L. Molyneaux. Group tours can be arranged by contacting the museum.
Subarea: Rockford Southeast
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West 6.5 miles on Business 20 to IL 2 southbound (S. Church St.). Turn left (south) on IL for a little over one mile; museum is on the right-hand side of the street. From I-39: Go west on Bypass U.S. 20 to IL 2 (N. Main St.); turn north on IL 2 to the museum on the west side of the street.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West 6.5 miles on Business 20 to IL 2 southbound (S. Church St.). Turn left (south) on IL for a little over one mile; museum is on the right-hand side of the street. From I-39: Go west on Bypass U.S. 20 to IL 2 (N. Main St.); turn north on IL 2 to the museum on the west side of the street.
3/5/2010 - 5/8/2010
WomanSpeak Art Exhibit - Womanspace
WOMANSPEAK ART EXHIBIT - WOMANSPACE
March 05, 2010 - May 08, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm, plus evenings and weekends when programs are scheduled
Location: Gallery 1 at Womanspace - Fountain View Room
Address: 3333 Maria Linden Dr., Rockford, 61114, Rockford, IL 61114
Phone: (815) 877-0118
Website: www.womanspace-rockford.org
Admission: Freewill offering
Description: In honor of Women's History Month, Womanspace hosts "WomanSpeak", a new art exhibit inspired by the words of strong females (our kind of gals!) opening Friday, March 5 from 5:30pm-8pm. The special opening reception will feature the artists sharing the words that served as their inspiration. The public is invited to enjoy refreshments, great art, and a chance to meet and speak with the artists. Poets and poetry lovers (both male and female) will also be invited to take the floor and share some of their favorite poems or other writings in an open mic sort of event. We'll start with the artists around 6:30PM, and time will be limited for each reading. Some of the artists featured in "WomanSpeak" are Dorothy Bock, Fran Bock, Karen Gines, Charlotte Hackin, Judith Hayes, Elaine Hirschenberger, Cindy Hughes, Pat Lai, Susan Lee, Cynthia Linnabary, Sue Mount, Nancy McManus Olson, and Chrissy Stanfa.
Subarea: Rockford Northeast
Directions: From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on E. State St. to Mulford Rd. Turn right (north) on Mulford to Spring Brook Rd. (next major intersection after Spring Creek Rd.). Turn left (west) on Spring Brook to Applewood Lane. Turn right (north) to Maria Linden Dr. and turn left (west). Proceed through gates and veer right around Provena Cor Mariae parking lot to Womanspace. Building location: Main (brick) building on Womanspace campus. Gallery 1 is on the main level.
Directions: From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on E. State St. to Mulford Rd. Turn right (north) on Mulford to Spring Brook Rd. (next major intersection after Spring Creek Rd.). Turn left (west) on Spring Brook to Applewood Lane. Turn right (north) to Maria Linden Dr. and turn left (west). Proceed through gates and veer right around Provena Cor Mariae parking lot to Womanspace. Building location: Main (brick) building on Womanspace campus. Gallery 1 is on the main level.
3/7/2010 - 4/3/2010
Rockford Art Museum - Young Artist Show, High School Division
ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM - YOUNG ARTIST SHOW, HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION
March 07, 2010 - April 03, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 12pm-5pm
Location: Rockford Art Museum
Address: 711 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Phone: (815) 968-2787
Website: www.rockfordartmuseum.org
Admission: $6; $3 students and seniors; Free for children under 12; Group rates available
Description: Now in its 68th year, the Young Artist Show is a Rockford tradition that showcases the strength and diversity of art programs across the region through a juried High School Division and separate Youth Division. RAM remains dedicated to this exhibition and its value as an event that celebrates and supports art education, and allows us to recognize outstanding students and their exceptional artwork.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
3/11/2010
What's Cooking with Fabio
WHAT'S COOKING WITH FABIO
March 11, 2010 - March 11, 2010Times: Thu: 7pm
Location: Coronado Performing Arts Center
Address: 314 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
Contact: Coronado Box Office
Phone: (815) 968-0595
Website: www.coronadopac.org
Admission: $30 and $50; a limited number of $75 VIP tickets are available which include a reception with Fabio
Description: Live cooking demonstration with Fabio Viviani, Bravo's Top Chef Season 5 Fan Favorite. Viviani describes his style of cooking as "Northern Italian comfort styled foods" He will prepare a healthful meal and talk about cooking, followed by a question and answer session.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
3/12/2010
A Concert in Sign and Song featuring David Mallett, Presented by Charlotte's Web
A CONCERT IN SIGN AND SONG FEATURING DAVID MALLETT, PRESENTED BY CHARLOTTE'S WEB
March 12, 2010 - March 12, 2010Times: Fri: 7:30pm
Location: Katie's Cup
Address: 502 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104
Phone: (815) 964-2238
Website: www.charlotteswebofrockford.org
Admission: $10 in advance; $15 at the door
Description: David Mallett's songs have been recorded by more than 150 artists, including Pete Seeger, Alison Krauss, John Denver, Emmylou Harris, and even the Muppets, and his "Garden Song" has become an American folk classic. The Bangor Daily News recognized him as one of the 58 most memorable Mainers of the 20th Century. The readers of FOLKWAX voted him 2003 Artist of the Year and "Artist in Me" 2003 Album of the Year. --- The Center for Sight & Hearing Impaired and Charlotte's Web have partnered to host a sign language interpreter to join David on stage and share his music in the beautiful dance of American Sign Language.
Subarea: Rockford Southeast
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West on E. State to the intersection with Charles/7th St. (7th St. is at the intersection where U.S. 20 turns right to leave E. State.) After the left turn on Charles, turn right immediately onto 7th St. and go south to the next block. From the south and west: exit Bypass U.S. 20 at 11th St. and go north to the end, Charles St. Turn left on Charles and then left again on 2nd Ave. Follow 2nd Ave. to 7th.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West on E. State to the intersection with Charles/7th St. (7th St. is at the intersection where U.S. 20 turns right to leave E. State.) After the left turn on Charles, turn right immediately onto 7th St. and go south to the next block. From the south and west: exit Bypass U.S. 20 at 11th St. and go north to the end, Charles St. Turn left on Charles and then left again on 2nd Ave. Follow 2nd Ave. to 7th.
3/12/2010
1964: The Tribute - Coronado Performing Arts Center
1964: THE TRIBUTE - CORONADO PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
March 12, 2010 - March 12, 2010Times: Fri: 8pm
Location: Coronado Performing Arts Center
Address: 314 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
Contact: Coronado PAC Box Office
Phone: (815) 968-0595
Website: www.coronadopac.org
Admission: $29.50, reserved seating
Description: Rolling Stone Magazine has named 1964 the "Number One Beatles Tribute Show on Earth." 1964 The Tribute showcases songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, such as "I Want To Hold Your Hand", "Eight Days a Week", and "Help". With their breathtaking ability to become the Fab Four, 1964 re-creates an early 60's live Beatles concert down to the smallest details, such as authentic clothing, instruments, hairstyles, and on-stage banter.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
3/12/2010 - 3/28/2010
Artists Ensemble Theater - Might Have Gone Fishing
ARTISTS ENSEMBLE THEATER - MIGHT HAVE GONE FISHING
March 12, 2010 - March 28, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Fri 3/12: 8pm; Sun 3/14: 2pm; Thu 3/18: 7:30pm Sat 3/20: 4pm and 8pm; Sun 3/21: 2pm; Fri 3/26: 8pm; Sat 3/27: 4pm and 8pm; Sun 3/28: 2pm
Location: Clark Arts Center at Rockford College
Address: 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL 61108
Contact: Box Office
Phone: (815) 394-5004
Website: www.artistsensemble.org
Admission: Single tickets $10-$26, All seating is general admission
Description: Jason is a kid dealing with a lot of stuff. His parents have split up. And he stutters. Jason’s dad, Pat, promised he’d take him fishing, but he keeps putting it off… This award-winning new play is, at times, quite funny and at other times heart-wrenching. A story about fathers and sons, mistakes, broken promises, and forgiveness.
Subarea: Rockford East State
Building: Maddox Theater
Directions: From I-90: west on U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.) to Rockford College campus road on right. From I-39: west on U.S. 20 Bypass to Alpine Rd. Go north on Alpine Rd. to E. State St. Turn right on E. State and go east 0.5 miles to campus road on left.
Building: Maddox Theater
Directions: From I-90: west on U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.) to Rockford College campus road on right. From I-39: west on U.S. 20 Bypass to Alpine Rd. Go north on Alpine Rd. to E. State St. Turn right on E. State and go east 0.5 miles to campus road on left.
3/12/2010
Charlotte's Web Presents: David Mallett
CHARLOTTE'S WEB PRESENTS: DAVID MALLETT
March 12, 2010 - March 12, 2010Times: Fri: 7:30pm
Location: Katie's Cup
Address: 502 Seventh St., Rockford, IL 61104
Contact: Charlotte's Web for the Performing Arts
Phone: (815) 964-2238
Website: www.charlotteswebofrockford.org
Admission: $10 in advance; $15 at the door
Description: David Mallett hails from a small town in northern Maine, and in a career that spans four decades, his music has traveled to all corners of the world. His songs have been recorded by more than 150 artists, including Pete Seeger, Alison Krauss, John Denver, Emmylou Harris, and even the Muppets, and his "Garden Song" has become an American folk classic.
Subarea: Rockford Southeast
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West on E. State to the intersection with Charles/7th St. (7th St. is at the intersection where U.S. 20 turns right to leave E. State.) After the left turn on Charles, turn right immediately onto 7th St. and go south to the next block. From the south and west: exit Bypass U.S. 20 at 11th St. and go north to the end, Charles St. Turn left on Charles and then left again on 2nd Ave. Follow 2nd Ave. to 7th.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): West on E. State to the intersection with Charles/7th St. (7th St. is at the intersection where U.S. 20 turns right to leave E. State.) After the left turn on Charles, turn right immediately onto 7th St. and go south to the next block. From the south and west: exit Bypass U.S. 20 at 11th St. and go north to the end, Charles St. Turn left on Charles and then left again on 2nd Ave. Follow 2nd Ave. to 7th.
3/12/2010
Mendelssohn Series 2009-2010 - Mendelssohn Chamber Orchestra with Margaret Batjer, violin
MENDELSSOHN SERIES 2009-2010 - MENDELSSOHN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WITH MARGARET BATJER, VIOLIN
March 12, 2010 - March 12, 2010Times: Fri: 7:30pm
Location: Court Street United Methodist Church
Address: 215 N. Court St. , Rockford, IL 61103
Phone: (815) 964-9713
Email: info@mendelssohnpac.org
Website: www.mendelssohnpac.org
Admission: $15-$25
Description: Part of the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center's 125th Anniversary Concert Series! With special guests:Measure 5, Music Academy of Rockford CollegeShelby Latin Harris, violin Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor is his last and largest orchestral work. It is one of the most popular and most performed violin concertos of all time. The program includes Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides, op. 26 (Fingal’s Cave) and Violin Concerto in E minor, op. 64; and Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins, BWV 1043. Of special note is Ms. Batjer’s connection to the Mendelssohn Chamber Orchestra. Her mother, Eleanor Stanlis, founded the Orchestra in 1987. How fitting, then, that we honor the memory of Eleanor Stanlis with this concert as we celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.), west on Business 20 to downtown Rockford. Turn right on Court St., the third street after crossing the Rock River. From I-39: west on U.S. Bypass 20 to S. Main (IL 2). Follow IL 2 north on Business 20 to Jefferson St. (one-way westbound). Turn left on Jefferson and then left again on Court Street.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.), west on Business 20 to downtown Rockford. Turn right on Court St., the third street after crossing the Rock River. From I-39: west on U.S. Bypass 20 to S. Main (IL 2). Follow IL 2 north on Business 20 to Jefferson St. (one-way westbound). Turn left on Jefferson and then left again on Court Street.
3/12/2010
Rockford Art Museum, Art Talks Lecture Series: Dave Menard - Confessions of an Inkslinger
ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM, ART TALKS LECTURE SERIES: DAVE MENARD - CONFESSIONS OF AN INKSLINGER
March 12, 2010 - March 12, 2010Times: Fri: Noon
Location: Riverfront Museum Park Theater
Address: 711 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Contact: Nancy von Lugossy
Phone: (815) 623-8676
Website: www.rockfordartmuseum.org
Admission: Entire Series (3 Lectures): $25 by Reservation
Single Lecture: $10; $8 Seniors and Students
Description: Part 2 of 3 Lectures on 2/12, 3/12 and 4/16. Dave Menard is a local printmaker who has worked with Christo and Ed Paschke among others. He currently teaches painting, drawing, photography and printmaking at Rockford College. Menard was an exhibiting artist in the 2008 Rockford Midwestern.
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum: From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
Directions: Burpee Museum, Discovery Center Museum and Rockford Art Museum: From I-90 and E. State St. (US Business 20): west on Business 20 6.5 miles to IL 2 north (Wyman St., first street past the Rock River); right on IL 2 five blocks to the museum complex on the right side of the one-way street. From the south, I-39: west on US 20 Bypass to IL 2 (S. Main); north on IL 2 through the downtown to the museum complex. Park in the Riverfront Museum parking lot or the Burpee Museum lot. An above-ground tunnel connects Riverfront Museum Park and Burpee Museum.
3/13/2010 - 4/4/2010
2010 Photography Exhibit at CherryVale Mall
2010 PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT AT CHERRYVALE MALL
March 13, 2010 - April 04, 2010Recurring daily
Times: During Mall Hours
Location: CherryVale Mall
Address: 7200 Harrison Ave., Rockford, IL 61112
Contact: Amy Myers
Phone: (815) 332-2451
Email: Amy_Myers@cblproperties.com
Website: www.shopcherryvalemall.com
Admission: Free admission to public
Description: Enjoy photography exhibits throughout the mall.
Subarea: Rockford Southeast
Directions: Harrison Avenue and Perryville Road, near I-90/I-39/ U.S. Bypass 20
Directions: Harrison Avenue and Perryville Road, near I-90/I-39/ U.S. Bypass 20
3/13/2010
5th Annual Women in Islam Event
5TH ANNUAL WOMEN IN ISLAM EVENT
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Muslim Association of Greater Rockford
Address: 5921 Darlene Dr., Rockford, IL 61109
Contact: MAGR
Phone: (815) 397-3311
Email: magr.sisters@gmail.com
Admission: Free
Description: We will be hosting our 5th Annual Women in Islam Event on March 13th. We will have presentations by Rockford Muslims, a bazaar, free henna designs, ethnic food and a fashion show. Reservations are required via telephone or e-mail by March 12th. *This event is for women and girls only.
Subarea: Rockford Southeast
Directions: From Harrison Ave., turn south on Mulford Rd. to Darlene Dr.
Directions: From Harrison Ave., turn south on Mulford Rd. to Darlene Dr.
3/13/2010
7th Annual 70's Gospel Concert - Coronado Performing Arts Center
7TH ANNUAL 70'S GOSPEL CONCERT - CORONADO PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 7pm; Doors open at 5:30pm
Location: Coronado Performing Arts Center
Address: 314 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
Contact: Coronado Box Office
Phone: (815) 968-0505
Website: www.coronadopac.org
Admission: $17-$27
Description: Works of Faith, with two-time Grammy award winner Ann Nesby, presents the 70's Gospel Review. Revisiting the tunes of some of the most inspirational Gospel singers of the time - The Clark Sisters, Shirley Caesar and others - this event will be one you don't want to miss. With special guests - Acme Choir (National Award Winning Choir), Paris Bennett (American Idol), and Ann Nesby, showcase director (Sounds of Blackness & the Fighting Temptations movie fame).
Subarea: Rockford River District
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.): west 6.5 miles on Business 20 to N. Main (2nd street after crossing Rock River). Turn right (north) on N. Main 2.5 blocks. From I-39: west on Bypass US 20 to IL 2 (S. Main): North on IL 2 to downtown. Turn left on US 20 Business (Jefferson St.) one block to N. Main; turn right on N. Main 0.5 blocks. Event parking in ramp across from theater and in nearby lots.
3/13/2010
Ayni-Bolivia Concert - Andean Musicians
AYNI-BOLIVIA CONCERT - ANDEAN MUSICIANS
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 2pm
Location: Hilltop Ministry Center
Address: 8301 Mitchell Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073
Contact: Wally Calaway, Ayni-Bolivia Concert Organizer
Phone: (630) 910-1179
Website: http://us.mc542.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=WCalaway@sbcglobal.net
Admission: Free; Open to the public
Description: Ayni-Bolivia is a wonderfully entertaining and well known Bolivian folk music trio performing with voice, on guitar and on indigenous instruments including panpipes. The concerts will be a tour of the various regions and cultures of Bolivia through music. The many folk music styles of Bolivia will be described and performed. Juan Carlos Cordova, the group's leader, is an internationally known singer of Bolivian Folk Music and the Musical Director of Music Programs at the American Institute, the Methodist High School in La Paz. Performers: Juan Carlos Cordero, Guitar and Pan Pipes; Mirtha Carrazana, Guitar and Voice; Lucas Conrady, Percussion and Andean Pan Pipes. A free will offering will be taken. Concert proceeds support the completion of a new church sanctuary in Chua, Bolivia.
Subarea: Rockton, Roscoe, South Beloit
3/13/2010 - 3/14/2010
Rockford Postage Stamp Show
ROCKFORD POSTAGE STAMP SHOW
March 13, 2010 - March 14, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 10am-4pm
Location: Forest Hills Lodge
Address: 1601 West Lane Rd. (Hwy. 173, across from Menard's), Loves Park, IL
Contact: Tim Wait
Phone: (815) 670-5869
Email: t.wait@comcast.net
Admission: FREE admission and FREE parking
Description: The, Rockford Stamp Club will be holding its annual postage stamp show--'Rockford' 2010--on Saturday, March 13 and Sunday, March 14 at Forest Hills Lodge, on Hwy. 173, across from Menard's. Admission and parking are free.
Subarea: Rockford Northeast
Directions: From I-90 and IL 173 (new exit north of Business 20 and Riverside Blvd. exits) go west to Forest Hills Rd. Forest Hills Lodge is ahead on the left on 173. From the west and south: Exit Bypass U.S. 20 at IL 251 (11th St.) and follow it north through Rockford. Angle right on Forest Hills Rd. (the next exit after Auburn/Spring Creek exits) and follow Forest Hills to IL 173. Turn left on 173 to the Lodge.
Directions: From I-90 and IL 173 (new exit north of Business 20 and Riverside Blvd. exits) go west to Forest Hills Rd. Forest Hills Lodge is ahead on the left on 173. From the west and south: Exit Bypass U.S. 20 at IL 251 (11th St.) and follow it north through Rockford. Angle right on Forest Hills Rd. (the next exit after Auburn/Spring Creek exits) and follow Forest Hills to IL 173. Turn left on 173 to the Lodge.
3/13/2010
Rockford Rage Roller Derby
ROCKFORD RAGE ROLLER DERBY
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 7pm-9pm; Doors open at 6pm, bout begins at 7pm
Location: Indoor Sports Center
Address: 8800 E. Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111
Contact: Tanya
Phone: (815) 871-4859
Email: rockfordrage@gmail.com
Website: www.rockfordrage.com
Admission: $10 in advance, $12 at the door; Kids 5-13 $5; Under 5 are free. Group rates available in advance.
Description: Rockford Rage vs. Bleeding Heartland Flatliners of Bloomington, Indiana. A portion of the proceeds to benefit RAMP. Halftime performance by the Winnebago Dance Team.
Subarea: Rockford Northeast
Directions: Exit I-90 at E. Riverside Blvd. and go east one mile to Sportscore Two and the Indoor Sports Center. From the west, follow Business U.S. 20 to Springfield Ave. and turn left on Springfield. Springfield will become Riverside Blvd. Follow it east to SportsCore and ISC. From the south: Follow I-39 to I-90 north and proceed as above.
Directions: Exit I-90 at E. Riverside Blvd. and go east one mile to Sportscore Two and the Indoor Sports Center. From the west, follow Business U.S. 20 to Springfield Ave. and turn left on Springfield. Springfield will become Riverside Blvd. Follow it east to SportsCore and ISC. From the south: Follow I-39 to I-90 north and proceed as above.
3/13/2010 - 3/14/2010
RoRo Expo 2010
RORO EXPO 2010
March 13, 2010 - March 14, 2010Recurring daily
Times: Sat: 9am-4pm; Sun: 10am-4pm
Location: Hononegah High School Dome
Address: 307 Salem St., Rockton, IL 61072
Contact: Roscoe Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (815) 623-9065
Website: www.rocktonchamber.com
Admission: Free
Description: Join the Roscoe Area and Rockton Chamber of Commerce at their 14th Annual RoRo Expo featuring over 150 local businesses and organizations in one location. Entertainment includes a chili cook-off and a trivia game similar to the game show "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?"
Subarea: Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit
Directions: From I-90: Exit at Rockton Rd. Go west on Rockton Rd. to the village of Rockton. The Hononegah Dome will be on the left after you enter the community.
Directions: From I-90: Exit at Rockton Rd. Go west on Rockton Rd. to the village of Rockton. The Hononegah Dome will be on the left after you enter the community.
3/13/2010
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Party - Irish Marching Society
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE AND PARTY - IRISH MARCHING SOCIETY
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 3pm
Location: Parade begins at Amcore Bank
Address: 501 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104
Website: http://www.irishmarchingsociety.org/index.html
Admission: Parade is free; Party admission is $10 at the door (see more information below)
Description: The parade route begins at the Amcore Bank on 7th Street and ends at the former Armory on North Main Street. The parade starts at 3pm. The St. Patrick's Day party is at Cliffbreakers, 700 W. Riverside Boulevard, overlooking the Rock River. The doors open at 4:30pm. Come and enjoy reasonably priced food and beverage selections. Entertainment by Sweeny & Culhane, followed by Men of our Times. The Children's area is open from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, featuring Pickles the Clown, face painting and other fun activities.
3/13/2010
Starting Plants from Seeds - Klehm Arboretum
STARTING PLANTS FROM SEEDS - KLEHM ARBORETUM
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 9am-12pm
Location: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Address: 2715 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61102
Phone: (815) 965-8146
Website: www.klehm.org
Admission: $16; $14 for members
Description: Growing your own plants can be a cost effective and fun activity for your family. Join Klehm Arboretum's Horticulture Director John Moors as he shows you everything a first time gardener needs to know about growing plants from seeds. He'll discuss propagation, equipment needs, timing, lighting, transplanting and mail order resources that will help you grow strong, healthy plants. Register by phone or on-line.
Subarea: Rockford Southwest
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.), west on Business 20 to downtown Rockford. After crossing the Rock River, turn left on Church St., IL 2. Follow IL 2, which will join S. Main St. to the Arboretum on the right at Clifton Ave. From the south and west: follow U.S. Bypass 20 to S. Main (IL 2); go north on S. Main to the Arboretum on the left at Clifton.
Directions: From I-90 and U.S. Business 20 (E. State St.), west on Business 20 to downtown Rockford. After crossing the Rock River, turn left on Church St., IL 2. Follow IL 2, which will join S. Main St. to the Arboretum on the right at Clifton Ave. From the south and west: follow U.S. Bypass 20 to S. Main (IL 2); go north on S. Main to the Arboretum on the left at Clifton.
3/13/2010
Womanspace presents Creating Buddhas: The Making and Meaning of Fabric Thangkas
WOMANSPACE PRESENTS CREATING BUDDHAS: THE MAKING AND MEANING OF FABRIC THANGKAS
March 13, 2010 - March 13, 2010Times: Sat: 9am-Noon
Location: Anderson Gardens Art Gallery, Lower Level of Visitor Center
Address: 318 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford, IL 61107
Admission: $20
Description: Guests of all ages are invited to spend a delightful morning in the Anderson Gardens Art Gallery as we welcome filmmaker Isadora Gabrielle Leidenfrost to Rockford for the local debut of her one-hour film, Creating Buddhas: The Making and Meaning of Fabric Thangkas. This is the story of Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo, a fabric thangka maker skilled in this Tibetan art form, and features scenes with the Dalai Lama. Fabric thangkas are embroidered and appliquéd silk, so rare that in some places they are only seen once a year, and then only for a few hours. Admission includes the film screening, Q&A with the filmmaker, a Thangka art exhibit, and a Tibetan Prayer Flag make-and-take craft.
Subarea: Rockford Northeast
Directions: From I-90 and E. State St. (U.S. Business 20): Go west on Business 20 to IL 251 (N. 2nd St.). Turn right (north) on IL 251 to Spring Creek Rd. Exit on Spring Creek Rd. and move to left lane to turn left into gardens.
Directions: From I-90 and E. State St. (U.S. Business 20): Go west on Business 20 to IL 251 (N. 2nd St.). Turn right (north) on IL 251 to Spring Creek Rd. Exit on Spring Creek Rd. and move to left lane to turn left into gardens.
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