Holiday season in Rockford can only mean one thing: It’s time for Stroll on State! It is a holiday festival that lasts all day. The day starts off with Dasher Dash, a festive 5k, followed by a parade, and an evening full of fun activities! Those who attend can expect delicious food and drinks, great…
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With so many great options to choose from, it is hard to pick where to get your coffee. The Rockford Area Coffee Trail is the perfect way to try some of the best coffee in the Rockford region. It is a digital passport that allows you to gain points when you visit any of the coffee shops along the…
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If you are anything like me, the holiday season is a time for exploring close to home. It’s about supporting local, appreciating where we live, and finding traditions we can repeat year after year. That is why mid-November through early January is one of my favorite seasons to grab the family and…
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As the holiday season approaches, Rockford lights up with plenty of festive spots perfect for capturing beautiful moments. Here are our top picks for the perfect holiday backdrop. Stroll on State Rockford’s annual Stroll on State event turns downtown into a winter wonderland. From the holiday…
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for Halloween happenings! The Rockford Region provides spooky adventures not for the faint of heart, but also has plenty of ghoulish fun for kids. Plan your fall getaway this October and hit these hot spots for a wickedly good time. Not so scary adventures…
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La empresa Azteca estaba celebrando el “Dia de los Muertos” mucho antes que llegaran los conquistadores españoles a invadir y fusionar el catolicismo para crear el Dia de los Muertos que conocemos hoy día. El día festivo espiritual originalmente era para celebrar la Dama de los Muertos…
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The Aztec empire had been celebrating “Day of the Dead” long before Spanish conquistadors invaded and fused it with Catholicism to create the Día de Los Muertos we know today. The spiritual holiday was originally intended to celebrate the Lady of the Dead, Mictēcacihuātl, Queen of Mictlān(the…
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It’s that time of year again! The trees transition from deep shades of green to a vibrant collection of yellows, oranges, and reds. You want to be sure to experience the breathtaking views before the leaves fall to the ground. Mid to late October is peak color for the Rockford region. Visit these…
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How I Started Volunteering Have you ever heard a “call to action” message or presentation and there was a nudge in your heart to say, “I can do that, sign me up”? I did, I responded, and 11 years later I’m still active with Stroll on State. My love for Stroll on State started November 22, 2013, when…
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While every anniversary is special, decade-milestone anniversaries have an importance all their own. When a decade-milestone anniversary is your ruby anniversary (40 years!), celebration is bigger, reflection is deeper. To celebrate its 40 th anniversary, GoRockford—the organization founded on Sept…
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