A three-day itinerary for a fun-filled girl’s trip to Rockford, Illinois (only 90 miles west of
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18 Best St. Patrick’s Day Specials in Rockford
Monday, March 11, 2024 5:00 PM by Katryna Kirby
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Craving a good Irish meal this St. Patrick’s Day? You’re in luck! Make the drive to Rockford and hit
Stay “In”- tertained this Winter in Rockford, IL
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 3:00 PM by Amanda August
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Now that the holidays are over, you’re probably looking at that long stretch of time between now and
Girls’ Night in Rockford
Thursday, February 18, 2021 3:00 PM by Liz Gronewold
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Whether you’re stepping out and enjoying dinner at locations allowing seated dining or staying cozy
Experiencing Abreo
Monday, June 17, 2019 11:00 AM by Taylor Daniels
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In my search for a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gift, I stumbled upon the “Off the Menu” option at
5 Must-See Vendors at City Market
Wednesday, July 25, 2018 4:00 PM by Jackie Lindquist
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City Market is one of my favorite places to be on a Friday night. Whether I am meeting up with some
Best Restaurants Based On "Craving" Edition Four: Sushi
Monday, August 7, 2017 4:00 PM by Rachel Cordano
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Where the Music Happens
Friday, November 4, 2016 4:00 PM by Tara Powell
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Live Music performances create an authentic experience featuring musicians and their works that
Rockford's Post-Hardcore Band: The Color Morale
Monday, June 6, 2016 3:39 PM by Tyler Yomantas
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When you hear about a famous band that came out of Rockford, Illinois, you obviously think of Cheap Trick. Then who is someone else impacting the music industry? Most people you ask wouldn’t know the answer, and some might give you something along the lines of Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts or another local favorite like Derek Lutrell, but how many would think of The Color Morale?
Paint the Town Red...or Green
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 1:24 PM by Elizabeth Miller
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One of the main events we put on at the RACVB is our annual Paint the Down(town) Green event to help raise money for our Forest City Beautiful initiative. A couple weeks ago was actually only the second time we've had the event, but each year it gets better and better!
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