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WHO: Dr. Ehren Jarrett
TITLE: Superintendent
EMPLOYED AT: Rockford Public Schools
LIVES IN: Rockford
What do YOU Think Rocks in Rockford? - Dr. Ehren Jarrett
Wednesday, August 7, 2019 11:00 AM by Guest Blogger
Category - Recreation
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!
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
2019 4th of July Cheat Sheet
Thursday, June 27, 2019 12:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
Although this summer started with some chilly weather, the Rockford region is finally starting to
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
Did Someone Say National Wine Day!?
Friday, May 24, 2019 2:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
Located in Northern Illinois is a vineyard in our own backyard! With seating both inside and
Travel Matters in the Rockford Region
Friday, May 10, 2019 12:00 PM by Guest Blogger
As the RACVB celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week (May 5 - 11, 2019), we ponder what makes Rockford an ideal place to travel for visitors. The answer? We have fantastic attractions, restaurants, and events!
Explore the Rails at Discovery Center
Thursday, January 24, 2019 12:00 PM by Elizabeth Miller
When you think back to your childhood, certain things probably come to mind. Toys you played with, TV shows you watched, or maybe books you’ve read. Some of these things come and go between generations, but there are a few things that stick around for a while. One of those things is a family favorite – Thomas the Tank Engine.
5 Places to Keep Warm at Stroll on State
Thursday, November 8, 2018 3:00 PM by Elizabeth Miller
I’m naturally a cold person. Any temperature under 75 degrees and I’ll most likely need a sweater. There is a space heater near my desk that runs year-round…yes, even in the middle of July. If you’re like me and you get cold easily, you might be worried about the chillier weather at Stroll on State. And I’m here to tell you that there’s no need to worry!
