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We can all picture the scenario… you haven’t spent time recently with the grandparents in your
Top 5 Places to Spend Time with Grandparents in Rockford
Friday, September 6, 2019 2:00 PM by Guest Blogger
Spend "Summer at Davis Park"
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 4:00 PM by Guest Blogger
When was the last time you stepped foot in Davis Park? Whether it be a day, a month or year since
What do YOU Think Rocks in Rockford? - Dr. Ehren Jarrett
Wednesday, August 7, 2019 11:00 AM by Guest Blogger
WHO: Dr. Ehren Jarrett
TITLE: Superintendent
EMPLOYED AT: Rockford Public Schools
LIVES IN: Rockford
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!
What do YOU Think Rocks in Rockford? - Jennifer Furst
Wednesday, July 3, 2019 2:00 PM by Guest Blogger
WHO: Jennifer Furst
TITLE: President
EMPLOYED AT: FurstStaffing
Soak Up Some Culture This Summer
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 4:00 PM by Guest Blogger
Summertime is a time for sun, fun and showing some cultural pride! Since its settlement, Rockford has been home to immigrants from all over the world and continues to be home to a multitude of ethnicities. Rockford is a melting pot of nationalities and this summer offers several options to experience some cultural food and traditions.
How do You Celebrate Swedish Midsommar in Rockford, IL?
Monday, June 3, 2019 9:00 AM by Guest Blogger
A perspective of a Swedish summer custom from a non-Swedish born and bred Rockfordian
What do YOU Think Rocks in Rockford? - Paul Sletten
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 10:00 AM by Guest Blogger
WHO: Paul Sletten
TITLE: President
EMPLOYED AT: Abreo Restaurant & Catering / Social Urban Bar &
No Green Thumb, No Problem. Visit a Farmers Market!
Friday, May 17, 2019 3:00 PM by Guest Blogger
A few years back, I had grand plans for a vegetable garden – fresh carrots plucked from the earth,
