Art is such an essential part to our lives. If you love looking at art, creating art, or purchasing art, the Rockford area has plenty to offer! Here is a short list of galleries, stores, and studios all of which feature local and regional artists. Highly recommended for dates or fun with your friends and family.
Posts from January 2016
Top 5 Places to Get Your Local Look
Tuesday, January 19, 2016 10:20 AM by Guest Blogger

Ready to go out but have nothing to wear? These five Rockford native boutiques have fresh, chic, original styles to complement your look.
Hogs on Skates
Friday, January 8, 2016 2:38 PM by Guest Blogger

The swishing of the skaters going by. The crashing of the players as they throw each other into the glass. The rush of excitement you feel as your team scores a goal. There's nothing like hockey! Fortunately for us, we don't have to drive a long way to see a good match. The Rockford IceHogs professional hockey team offer an exciting hockey experience right in our own back yard.
Snowy, Icy, Winter Adventures
Monday, January 4, 2016 2:35 PM by Guest Blogger

As we start the new year with a fresh coat of snow on the ground, it seems more like a winter
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