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7 Best Ice Cream Spots in the Rockford Region
Friday, July 15, 2022 3:00 PM by Katryna Kirby
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HAPPY ICE CREAM DAY, ROCKFORD!
Here’s the scoop on where to chill out and get your brain freeze on.
Get Ready for Easter in the Rockford Region
Sunday, April 3, 2022 12:00 PM by Andrea Cook
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We are always looking for a hoppity fun time in the Rockford region and it's very egg-citing to
A Downtown Delight (Even for a Gluten Free Girl)
Thursday, July 15, 2021 4:00 PM by Maria Mascote
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Since interning at the RACVB, one of my favorite things about working in Rockford has been the food. As an individual who is gluten free and lives in a small town with very limited GF options for eating out, the food scene, particularly the GF food scene, in Rockford has been everything. One of my favorites has been Quixotic Bakery. Quixotic Bakery, best known for their cake-in-a-jar, is a hidden gem of Rockford and very accommodating to those who have dietary restrictions (gluten free and vegan individuals).
Mother's Day in the Rockford Region
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 12:00 PM by Elizabeth Miller
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to celebrate and pamper our favorite ladies in our lives! Stumped on what to do for Mother’s Day this year? Let us help be your guide!
Girls’ Night in Rockford
Thursday, February 18, 2021 3:00 PM by Liz Gronewold
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Whether you’re stepping out and enjoying dinner at locations allowing seated dining or staying cozy
New Year, New Restaurants to Try (To-Go Edition)
Tuesday, January 12, 2021 10:00 AM by Liz Gronewold
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Now that you’ve spent hours in the kitchen preparing all the holiday meals, it’s time to take a break and let the best local restaurants of Rockford take care of dinner. There are so many options to choose from, and best of all, you can support all these restaurants from the comfort of your home. Make trying Rockford hot spots a resolution this year!
Halloween Costumes & Candy in the Rockford Region
Monday, October 19, 2020 3:00 PM by Elizabeth Miller
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It’s the spooky time of year where creepy decorations are up outside houses around your neighborhood, and candy is sold by the bagful. It’s Halloween in the Rockford region! If you’re looking for places to go and things to munch on, let us be your guide.
Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Best Tacos
Monday, September 14, 2020 11:00 AM by Guest Blogger
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We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely. Check-in every Tuesday for an Illinois Road Trip Round-Up on themed topics showcasing eighteen destinations across Illinois. This week, we’re touring some of the state's best tacos! So pack up the family, bring your masks, and get ready for a road trip!
Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Pizza
Tuesday, September 8, 2020 2:00 PM by Guest Blogger
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We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Phase 4, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely. Check-in every Tuesday for an Illinois Road Trip Round-Up on themed topics showcasing eighteen destinations across Illinois. This week, we’re touring some of the state's best pizza joints! So pack up the family, bring your masks, and get ready for a road trip!
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