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Rockford's Annual St. Patrick's Day parade is a time for families and friends to come together downtown to share in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day!....and eat a lot of candy thrown during the parade! Take a look at a few moments captured from the 2016 parade held on March 12!
Famous Females of Rockford
Monday, February 22, 2016 2:49 PM by Guest Blogger
History and social studies have always been my favorite subjects in school. Rockford has and is producing so many accomplished, upstanding citizens. Look up any list of “famous people from Rockford, Illinois.” the list is so long with people from all different professional fields it will make your head spin. George Santayana is credited for the famous quote “Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it.” However, in regards to these seven famous Rockford ladies, I would be honored to follow in their footsteps.
Wine is a Lifestyle
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 12:43 PM by Guest Blogger
Do you think it's insignificant that even Jesus' first miracle was the transformation of water into wine? I think not! Even Christ himself was a proponent for wine and who can blame Him. I can't really imagine getting through a week, or life itself without wine. Once you begin your love affair with it you'll find that it's more than just an alcoholic beverage, wine becomes a lifestyle. As you drink and study, your knowledge of this delicious substance evolves and you'll always find yourself learning something new about its complexity.
Artistic Dreams in Snow
Friday, February 5, 2016 11:00 AM by Guest Blogger
Over the last weekend of January, the Rockford Area celebrates winter via the annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition. With two divisions, the adult State Competition and the Rockford Area High School Competition, teams are challenged to sculpt their artistic dreams in three to four days from either a 6'x6'x10' block of snow for the State Competition, or a 4'x4'x6' block for the high school competition.
Essential Art
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 3:40 PM by Guest Blogger
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.
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
Halloween Happenings in Rockford
Tuesday, November 3, 2015 3:48 PM by Guest Blogger
Halloween is always a spooky time...but there are still loads of fun activities and events for
I See You Shiver with Antici...pation!
Friday, October 23, 2015 11:38 AM by Guest Blogger
I'm a recent convert to the phenomenon that is the “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” but I certainly
