From news reports Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Mercyhealth Development Foundation held its annual Holiday Give a Gift Drive on Dec. 10, raising more...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter The mission of the Rock River Valley Pantry is to provide healthy, nutritionally balanced food...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter In 2009, a group of compassionate people decided that Rockford veterans and their families needed...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter Founded in 1985, The Literacy Council is a nonprofit organization that helps children and adults...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Carpenter’s Place is a nonprofit that focuses on giving homeless people in the Rockford...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter “RAMP’s mission is to build an inclusive community that encourages individuals with disabilities to reach...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter The Rockford Rescue Mission is recognized as the region’s primary provider of assistance to the...
By Lynne Conner Special to the Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Enjoying a hometown Christmas with an international flair is as simple...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter Located just outside of Durand, Hoo Haven is a wildlife rehabilitation facility that takes all...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter Since 1998, The Trevor Project has provided crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to members...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Vets Roll is a nonprofit organization focused on paying tribute to America’s oldest...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter WINNEBAGO — Mending Hearts Animal Rescue is a foster-based nonprofit animal rescue agency. It specializes...
By Stacey Jones Rock River Current Get our newsletter BELOIT — Beloit Meals On Wheels provides daily nutritious meals and information to promote dignity...
By Chelsea Meyer Rock River Current Get our Newsletter The countdown to Halloween has officially begun. Have you started thinking about your Halloween costume...
Warning: CUTENESS OVERLOAD! SwedishAmerican’s Level 3 NICU in Rockford celebrated the Easter holiday this week by dressing up some of the babies as “Peeps.”...
The 16th annual Garden Bazaar at Court Street Methodist Church is coming on Friday, May 14th! You’ll find your favorite annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables,...
John Flanagan of Rockford Hawg Hunters/Benefit Fishing Tourney outlines the return of the annual Open Team Bass Fishing Tournament on the Rock River in...
Rockford Park District’s Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens offers unique and fun “TO GrOw” classes with nature-themed projects for ages five and up to create...
We have an easy St. Patrick’s Day Martini recipe to share thanks to our friends at Perfectly Seasoned Catering in Roscoe. Ingredients: Melon Liqueur...
From February 26 through March 21, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) will support the world’s strongest and youngest female entrepreneurs as they host...
Apparently during the COVID-19 pandemic, more than half of Americans have not used their vacation time. So, Jameson Irish Whiskey will encourage people to...
The Irish Marching Society of Rockford is planning a St. Patrick’s Driving Parade for Saturday, March 13th, 2021. The marching parade and PaddyFest have...
Each winter, the Rockford Park District hosts the Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition at Sinnissippi Park. The winner of this year’s contest was The...
Rockford City Market is clearing out their cooler and offering discounted cocktails and craft beer. They’ll be setup outside their Madison Street entrance on...
The Rockford Park District, with help from Collins Aerospace, is hosting a community-wide Rocky the Snowman contest this winter. Thanks to Collins Aerospace, 1,000...
The spirit of the holiday will shine a bit brighter this Saturday in the Churchill’s Grove and Edgewater neighborhoods for their annual Luminary Night....
All Aglow is a free walk-through lights exhibit at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens. Visitors will follow a one-way loop through the gardens so everyone...
The Rockford Park District is offering Holiday Wagon Rides in Lockwood Park throughout the month of December. The wagons will be decorated with Holiday...
Looking for the perfect cocktail this holiday season? Well, if you’re from Illinois or Wisconsin you’re most likely into a classic. According to Alcohol.org...
Northern Illinois Raptor Rehabilitation and Education (NIRRE) is operated solely based upon grants and the generous donations of the Rock River Valley community. This...
The Cherry Valley Public Library District presents a Virtual Presentation: Ghosts of Christmas Past on Wednesday, December 16 from 6p-7p. Local author and paranormal...
After several requests, the Rockford City Market is hosting a VIRTUAL Christmas cookie decorating class with Aubrie from Gluten Free Girlfriend on Wednesday, December...
Believe it or not, but Christmas is quickly approaching. Most major shipping services have announced deadlines for shipping packages and letters in order to...
Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry’s yearly “Christmas Around The World and Holiday of Lights” exhibit is going virtual. The museum has decided to...
Shop primitive antiques, rustic good, and vintage Christmas decorations at the Christmas Barn Sale in Belvidere. It takes place this Saturday, December 5 from...
Shop primitive antiques, rustic good, and vintage Christmas decorations at the Christmas Barn Sale in Belvidere. It takes place this Saturday, December 5 from...
Holidazzle will get you in the holiday spirit while getting some gifts checked off your list. For the past 16 years, the Downtown Beloit Association...
Get in the Christmas spirit with “All Aglow” at the Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens with the Rockford Park District! The grounds of the conservatory...
City First Church will add another safe way to celebrate the holiday season with their Community Christmas Spectacular. The drive-thru event can be enjoyed...
Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to announce that they are sliding into the season with WonderFair Gifts for Everyone. From sweet treats like Cocoa Cream Puffs, presented by Sentry, to incredible deals...
Thanksgiving is officially over, so that means we can finally start celebrating Christmas! Every year around this time, families gather in their cars to...
Midway Village Museum is offering free tours every Saturday throughout the month of November. Learn a little about Rockford History, the Rockford Peaches, and...
One of Rockford’s great local resources, Rock House Kids, is looking for donations for the upcoming winter season. The organization reaches out to children...
The magic of Christmas lives on in the Stateline this year despite the pandemic. Thanks to many sponsors, community partners, and volunteers, the Rockford...
Taking a stroll through Anderson Japanese Gardens is a “must” every fall. The peaceful, natural environment provides a great escape – especially during a...
SwedishAmerican’s Riverwest Clinic is hosting a drive-thru trick or treat event on October 31st from 4-5:30 pm. Families can pick up treats from the...
Prost! The all-new Urban Forest Craft Brewing, located at 6551 E. Riverside Blvd Suite #112, is hosting their first annual Oktoberfest this Saturday (10/10,...
While enjoying the summer like weather this weekend, 815 Outside invites to bike the Kishwaukee Bike Path this Sunday, October 11 from 2-3pm. You’ll...
This pandemic has canceled so many different events. From concerts to State fairs and now the latest, trick-or-treating. Because of COVID-19, many cities have...
Trick-or-Treating is still on for the Halloween 2020 season in the town of Winnebago. On September 14th, The Village of Winnebago trustees had voted...
Two local pumpkin patches opened for the season this past weekend. “The Lindberg Pumpkin Patch” in Caledonia opened on Thursday, September 17th and “Thyme...
~From OSF Healthcare As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s almost time for flu season, which typically runs from October through March....
