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A Poet's Guide to Celebrating National Poetry Month in Rockford
Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:00 PM by Jenna Goldsmith
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for poets and lovers of poetry, that
Top 10 Things To Do In Rockford
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 10:00 AM by Katryna Kirby
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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
There's no shortage of fun activities to check out while you are in
"Freedom" by 2024 City of Rockford Youth Poet Laureate
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 2:00 PM by Trinity Rucker
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We are honored to feature an original poem by the 2024 City of Rockford Youth Poet Laureate, Trinity
Celebrate Black History Month in Rockford, IL
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 10:00 AM by Guest Blogger
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Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Black history and culture in Rockford, Illinois, where the legacy
Beyond Gestures: Truly Honoring Black History
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 3:00 PM by Rebecca Francis
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In the kaleidoscope of cultural celebrations, Black History Month stands out as a vibrant tapestry,
Top Annual Festivals and Events in the Rockford Region
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 3:00 PM by Andrea Cook
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Experience our Top Annual Festivals and Events offering a wide range of cultural activities and
10 Most Instagrammable Fall Spots in the Rockford Region
Thursday, September 21, 2023 3:00 PM by Katryna Kirby
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Fall is here, making it the perfect backdrop for that “Instagrammable” moment. And did you know the
CRE8IV Mural Festival Back for Fourth Season
Monday, August 21, 2023 4:00 PM
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CRE8IV Transformational Art had an expansive fourth season as nearly 200 mural artists applied from
Explore Public Art With The Rockford Public Art Trail
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 3:00 PM by Chenaire Barmore
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Now is the time to get out and explore the collection of sculptures, murals and memorials that call
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