Now that summer is in full swing, everyone in Rockford is itching to get outside and enjoy the warm

Posts from July 2019
Take a Step Back in Time at Tinker Swiss Cottage
Saturday, July 20, 2019 4:00 PM by Kelly Frye

As a Rockford native, I can't believe it took me 26 years to finally visit Tinker Swiss Cottage
Time to Float Around Ideas on How to Build YOUR Raft!
Thursday, July 18, 2019 9:00 AM by Guest Blogger

It’s time to start floating around ideas for the 4th Annual Rock River Anything That Floats Race, Sunday, August 18th. The annual raft race, which first began in 1976, has attracted tens of thousands of people over the years as contestants, volunteers and spectators. In one year alone more than 80,000 people lined the Rock River to cheer on the inventive racers. After a brief hiatus, the race returned in 2016 and has become a novel tradition for new generations of Rockfordians to love and experience. Last year’s race had 40 raft entries and drew a crowd of approximately 20,000 spectators!
Summer, It's Music to My Ears
Thursday, July 11, 2019 10:00 AM by Guest Blogger

Summer has finally arrived, and if you’re like me, you’ve been itching to get outside despite those pesky mosquitos (forgive my pun). Well, it’s time to bust out the bug spray and gather your friends and family for summer nights filled with good food, cold beverages, and music–LIVE MUSIC!
Wake Up with the Best Coffee Shops Around Rockford, IL
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 11:00 AM by Taylor Daniels

I think most would agree that coffee truly makes the world a better place. While I normally just
Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 12:00 PM by Taylor Daniels

It’s nearing the middle of July and that means TWO things … (1) There are LESS than 5 months until
What do YOU Think Rocks in Rockford? - Jennifer Furst
Wednesday, July 3, 2019 2:00 PM by Guest Blogger

WHO: Jennifer Furst
TITLE: President
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