Meet David
When did you move to the Rockford area?
Born and raised in Rockford!
What are your hobbies or interests?
I brew my own beer, and my wife and I both enjoy cooking and experimenting with new recipes.
Favorite restaurant in Rockford?
My new favorite spot is Disco Chicken. The Hot Honey Chicken is the best chicken sandwich I have ever had.
Best place to grab pizza in Rockford?
I grew up on John's and still love it, but we are also a big Lino's family.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone new to Rockford?
You absolutely must go to an IceHogs game. If you have kids, take them to Discovery Center too.
Favorite fall activity or attraction in the area?
Edward's Apple Orchard
Favorite winter activity or attraction in the area?
The IceHogs! Also, Stroll on State is a must attend event.
Favorite summer activity or attraction in the area?
City Market
What’s a fun or random fact about you?
I don't like cheese.
What do you think makes Rockford such a great place to live?
It's affordable, there is plenty to do year-round, there's a lot of local pride, and we're within 60 minutes of Chicago, Milwaukee, and Madison.
Occupation
Marketing and Community Relations Manager for the Rockford IceHogs
Ethnicity
White
What stage of life are you in?
Professional/school-age children
How do you prefer to meet or connect?
In person
What’s your best advice for someone experiencing their first winter in Rockford?
Buy a snowblower.
Favorite local event or festival
Festa Italiana
Best place to go for a night out in Rockford?
Carlyle Brewing
What’s your favorite thing about the Rockford community?
The local pride that I have seen emerge in recent years for the 8-1-5 and being a Rockfordian. I am also impressed with all of the positive changes to downtown and how it has become a real destination for residents and visitors
If you had a free day in Rockford, what would you do?
Read a good book somewhere peaceful like Nicholas Conservatory Gardens and then take a walk or run around the bike path by the river.
Where’s the best place to enjoy nature in or around Rockford?
Anderson Gardens
What’s your favorite local small business or shop?
Rockford Art Deli, Rockford Roasting Company, Carlyle Brewing
Best way to get involved in the community?
There are a number of ways to volunteer with non-profits or to pitch in and help with local events like Stroll on State and City Market.
What’s one thing you wish you knew when you first moved to Rockford?
Not applicable.
