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A perspective of a Swedish summer custom from a non-Swedish born and bred Rockfordian
How do You Celebrate Swedish Midsommar in Rockford, IL?
Monday, June 3, 2019 9:00 AM by Guest Blogger
Category - Recreation
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!
6 Photo Op Spots at Stroll on State
Thursday, November 1, 2018 2:00 PM by Elizabeth Miller
Stroll on State, presented by Illinois Bank & Trust, is here again! Before we know it, downtown will be decked out in decorations, the smell of hot cocoa and s'mores will fill the air, and people will start flocking downtown for this annual kick-off to the holiday season.
Visit Forest Preserves of Winnebago County for Fall Colors
Tuesday, October 23, 2018 10:00 AM by Jamie Johannsen
When people talk about the spectacular fall colors in the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County, many times they are referring to our maple forests. The maple trees’ yellow, orange and red leaves create swaths of blazing color among the oaks’ subtler browns in our woodlands. Prior to settlement in the early 1800s, maple trees, which are fire intolerant, grew only in areas protected from natural fires, such as river corridors. As a result, maples were relatively scarce. In the last 200 years of human fire suppression, maples have become much more abundant throughout our wooded lands.
Get the Most Out of Your Halloween Costume
Monday, October 15, 2018 10:00 AM by Elizabeth Miller
Halloween is the one night a year where kids (and even adults!) can dress up to be anything they way to be. I fondly remember my Halloween costumes as a kid including Snow White, Princess Jasmine, and a '50s girl in a poodle skirt. Usually after Halloween, our costumes would end up in my parents' basement closet, ready for whenever my sisters and I wanted to play dress up. But what if I told you that kids in the Rockford region can wear their costumes for more events than just Halloween?
Our Beautiful Forest City
Thursday, October 4, 2018 12:00 PM by Mary French
Forest City and Forest City Beautiful…Most likely you’ve heard these terms, but what do they mean? Both serve as great compliments to our beautiful city. Simply put, Forest City is a nickname that stems from the many trees and forests that beautify our region. In my opinion, one of the area’s finest attributes. After all, a beautiful city is one that residents are proud to call home. An initiative powering that pride is Forest City Beautiful.
5 Things I Learned from Doing Tough Mudder
Monday, August 20, 2018 9:00 AM by Elizabeth Miller
Tough Mudder was held in Rockford for the first time in 2016. Out of pure curiosity, I went to watch the event that first year and was completely entertained and mesmerized by all of the participants. So much so that I signed up for the next year. Gulp. Here are the 5 things I learned from participating in Tough Mudder in 2017.
