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Now that summer is in full swing, everyone in Rockford is itching to get outside and enjoy the warm
Tag - family fun
Take a Step Back in Time at Tinker Swiss Cottage
Saturday, July 20, 2019 4:00 PM by Kelly Frye
As a Rockford native, I can't believe it took me 26 years to finally visit Tinker Swiss Cottage
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
Opa! It's Food Truck Season!
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 10:00 AM by Kelly Frye
Nothing says summertime like seeing food trucks roll up to your favorite community spots. There's
Soak Up Some Culture This Summer
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 4:00 PM by Guest Blogger
Summertime is a time for sun, fun and showing some cultural pride! Since its settlement, Rockford has been home to immigrants from all over the world and continues to be home to a multitude of ethnicities. Rockford is a melting pot of nationalities and this summer offers several options to experience some cultural food and traditions.
New to Rockford City Market 2019!
Thursday, June 6, 2019 3:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
In its TENTH season … EVERY Friday night … Yes, we’re talking about the Rockford City Market! While
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
