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Iconic Historic Furniture Undergoing Restoration at the Coronado

The Coronado is one of Rockford's most historic and most beautiful buildings. When you walk through the doors, it's like being transported to a whole different world full of creativity and romance. Part of the charm is all of the decor in this great building. The Friends of the Coronado Foundation is proud to announce it has received a $13,280 grant for Historic Furniture Restoration Project at the Coronado. The grant was awarded by the Community Arts and Humanities Fund of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois’ Community Grants Program.The grand gilded sofas and chairs located in the historic lobby will be restored with new fabric upholstery, cushioning, and frame repair. These are original pieces from the 1927 opening of the theater positioned precisely as they have been for the last 90 years, below the chandelier in the historic lobby. The furniture was completely restored during the Coronado restoration in 2000. The furniture is used and enjoyed by everyone who visits the theater. It has been 18 years, and nearly one million individuals have attended events at the Coronado. “These furnishings are THE iconic furniture pieces of the Coronado Theatre. Children who see the Coronado for the first time very often equate the experience to a “castle”, and these large gilded furnishings are the king and queen’s thrones in their imaginations. Equally as passionate are other community members whose memories and community pride are very much attached to these furnishings. They must remain grand and beautiful for everyone to enjoy” Beth Howard, Executive Director About The Friends of the Coronado Foundation:The mission of the Friends of the Coronado Foundation is “Advocating for and preserving the Coronado Theatre for All to Use and Share.” Friends of the Coronado is a 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1997 to spearhead and manage a capital campaign that resulted in the 18.5 million dollar renovation, restoration and 2001 reopening of the historic Coronado Theatre in Rockford. Today the Friends organization still raises fund for the Coronado preservation and upholds standards for preservation so that the theater can remain a beacon to the community for cultural enlightenment far into the future. www.friendsofthecoronado.orgAbout the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois:The mission of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois is to serve as a catalyst for giving in order to attract, preserve, and grow an endowment for current and future needs of Northern Illinois. Since its founding in 1953 CFNIL has granted more than $71 million for charitable purposes. Learn more about CFNIL’s grantmaking and commitment to the endowment at cfnil.org.

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Weekend Roundup January 18-20!

Are you wondering what you should do this weekend? Well, wonder no more. Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, January 18, 2019Trinadora's US Roots @ Gene's Place - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Grand Rapids Griffins @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pmTito Cevallos Trio @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:30 pmThe Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmTundras @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, January 19, 2019Free Organ Social @ Coronado PAC - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pm815 Ale Fest - view event11:00 am - 4:00 pmOff the Chain Crochet Guild @ RPL East Branch - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pmAnnual Robert Burns Scottish Banquet @ Cliffbreakers - view event5:30 pm - 7:30 pmMinimal @ Park Lanes - view event8:00 pm - 12:00 amGlitter, Little Church, and R. Avenue @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, January 20, 2019Pool Class: Safety & Rescue @ Boylan Swim Complex - view event3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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Weekend Roundup January 11-13!

Oh hello there. I heard that you were looking for something to do this weekend. Well, you've come to the right place. We've got a nice list for you here. And there are even more to check out if you head over to the events page. Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, January 11, 2019Revolution Cask Tapping: Repo Man Rye Stout @ The Olympic Tavern - view event4:00 pm - 10:00 pmGrand Opening 317 Art Collective! - view event6:00 pm - 11:00 pmA Weekend with Jennifer Berezan: Songs For All Beings @ Womanspace - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pmMinimal @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, January 12, 2019A Weekend with Jennifer Berezan: Songs For All Beings @ Womanspace - view event9:30 am - 4:00 pmTour the Trails at Aldeen @ Rocktown Adventures - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmFire Cider Making Class @ Klehm Arboretum - view event10:30 am - 12:00 pmNorthern Illinois Regional History Fair-local qualifying @ Veterans Memorial Hall - view event11:30 am - 3:00 pmRon White @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmSpeaker Speak @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, January 13, 20192019 Bridal Expo @ Franchesco's - view event12:00 pm - 3:00 pmPins, Pop & Pizza Family League : Meeting and Week 1 @ Cherry Bowl - view event4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Grand Opening of 317 Art Collective Continues 103 Year History of Art

Photo Credit: James HoganThe building at 317 Market Street, built in 1916 by Rockford Illustrating Co., has housed artists, Illustrators, designers and other creatives for over a century. January 11th, 2019 at 6pm, the legacy will again be celebrated with the 317 Art Collective Debut Gallery Exhibit!The 317 Art Collective, under co-directors; Artists Laura Gomel, and Jenny Mathews explain,“We plan to continue the tradition of creating exceptional, forward-thinking art within these walls. We offer a place to create and showcase innovative, intriguing and passionate art while pushing the region forward in a national and even international landscape.” In addition to the 2 directors, the 317 Art Collective members include: Artist, Musician & former Mayoral candidate Jesus CorreaArtists Therese Rowinski, Laura Frazier and Evangelina JiminezWriter and Director of the Rockford Area Arts Council, Sharon Nesbit-Davis Photographers Ryan Davis, Mindy Joy Nutter Young, and Stefi Jade Additionally, the Collective accepts Members at Large, for those artists, writers and creative supporters who do not need physical space inside the studio.317 Artist Collective offers working artist studio spaces and a professional gallery with new exhibits monthly, featuring area artists as well as nationally known artists, in a variety of mediums. The 317 Collective will also have a Lending Library from which a business or residence can rent original artwork by a Collective member. In addition, they present classes, activities and events hosted both by the resident artists and guest artists. The first Art exhibit for the new Collective, ‘Debut!”, on January 11th, is free of charge and open to the public. 630pm- 1030pm.For information on classes, events and other happenings, please visit the 317 Art Collective Facebook page or stop in 317 Art Collective Wednesday through Saturday 12-6pm .

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161st Annual Burns Night!

Robert Burns is one of the most prolific Scottish poets and lyricists. Burns resided in Scotland until his death at the age of 37 in 1796. Despite dying at such a young age, Burns made quite the impact on society. He led the Romantic movement and one of his songs can be heard every year around the holidays. You may have heard of this one - "Auld Lang Syne."The Rockford Burns Club announces its 161st Annual Burns Scottish Supper to be held in Rockford on Saturday, January 19th, 2019. Festivities will be held at newly remodeled CLIFFBREAKERS in Rockford, Illinois. Burns Suppers will be held throughout the world in January to celebrate and honor the 1759 birth of Robert Burns. The first Rockford Burns Supper was held on January 25th, 1859 at the Holland House in Rockford. Cocktail hour entertainment will be provided members of Rockford's Clan MacAlpine Pipe Band playing the ‘small’ pipes. Program entertainment for the evening will include traditional Scottish Highland Dance performed by the Thistle and Heather Dancers, the Clan MacAlpine Highland Pipe Band (the 15th oldest highland bagpipe band in the US – formed in 1912) and a visit from the Bard himself, as portrayed by local talent John Brandon. Also headlining this year is local Celtic singing talent, Danny McDade.The Rockford Burns Club is the oldest social ethnic organization in Rockford, and one of the oldest Robert Burns/Scottish organizations in the world. For additional information about the Rockford Burns Club and the upcoming 161st Annual Burns Banquet, visit www.rockfordburnsclub.com.

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Weekend Roundup January 4-6!

The first weekend of 2019! How are you going to make it special? We've got some ideas for you here. Don't forget about the big game on Sunday! DA BEARS ; ). Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, January 4, 2019Revolution Cask Tapping: Repo Man Rye Stout @ Olympic Tavern - view event4:00 pm - 10:00 pmTrinadora - Jannie and Ron @ Cucina Di Rosa - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmFrosty Fridays @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmLaw & Love and Blue Healers @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, January 5, 2019Mikkeller Running Club Rockford - 46th Run @ Olympic Tavern - view event12:00 pmScrew City Uprising - view event4:00 pm - 11:00 pmGood Karrma @ Shooters East - view event8:00 pm - 12:00 amGalaxy, Honcho, and Your Local Radar @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, January 6, 2019Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again @ Nordlof Center - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pmBears vs. Eagles @ Stockyard - view event3:00 pm - 7:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Iowa Wild @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event4:00 pmCrazy Rich Asians @ Nordlof Center - view event4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Recycle Your Christmas Trees, Feed Our Environment!

Now that all of the festivities have ended, the decorations start coming down. Maybe you do it little by little, or maybe you do it all at once. If you’re someone like me who enjoys getting real trees to decorate, there’s always the question of what to do with it when you no longer want it in your house. Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) has a great Christmas Tree recycling system with different drop-off spots to help you out. KNIB offers 12 sites in Rockford, Belvidere, Cherry Valley, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Roscoe, Rockton and Pecatonica where natural Christmas trees can be chipped and recycled into mulch in early January. Recycling trees, a renewable resource, conserves valuable landfill space and returns vital nutrients to the earth while beautifying landscapes.Before dropping off a tree in the designated area, remove the stand, any ornaments, lights, or wraps. Garlands and wreaths made with wire cannot be accepted as they will damage the chipper. After January 15, mulch is self-serve while supplies last. Bring shovels and containers to take home the mulch to use for landscaping. Availability is not guaranteed; all mulch will be cleared before March, 2019.Tree Recycling and Free Mulch Locations:Cherry Valley: Baumann Park, 300 South Walnut, daylight hours. Loves Park: Martin Park, lot on Park Ridge Road off Riverside Boulevard. Rockford: Alpine Park, 950 South Alpine Road; Andrews Park, 800 North Central Ave; Gambino Park, 4421 Pepper Drive west of North Alpine Road; Levings Lake, 1420 South Pierpont Avenue – East entrance off South Johnston Avenue at Montague; Crimson Ridge, 735 N. Perryville Road, rear parking lot. Rockton: Boat Ramp Parking area about 830 East Main Street, opposite Hononegah ball field; Williams Tree Farm, 4661 Yale Bridge Road.Roscoe: Valley View Farms, 6440 Belvidere Road. Pecatonica: Pecatonica Wetlands Forest Preserve, near picnic area, 4550 N Pecatonica Rd. Village of Davis: Davis Village Hall, 104 E. McKimmey

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Weekend Roundup December 28-30!

We've got a light schedule for you guys this weekend. That'll give you some time to rest up from the holiday madness. But, there's still plenty of good stuff here to check out in between naps! Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, December 28, 2018Holiday Hoopla @ Discovery Center Museum - view event10:00 am - 5:00 pmTrinadora's US Roots @ Gene's Place - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Chicago Wolves @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmTeam Fur Bandit's 2018 Holiday Extravaganza - view event8:00 pm - 11:00 pmFrosty Fridays @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmPink Beam @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, December 29, 2018Holiday Hoopla @ Discovery Center Museum - view event10:00 am - 5:00 pmNew Years Weekend Comedy Show @ The Nordlof Center - view event8:00 pm - 11:00 pmThe Attitudes @ Mary's Place - view event9:00 pm - 1:30 amLove & Thunder @ Shooters North - view event9:00 pm - 1:00 amSunday, December 30, 2018Holiday Hoopla @ Discovery Center Museum - view event10:00 am - 5:00 pmHarlem Globetrotters @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive with Discovery Center!

From now until the calendar says 2019, The Discovery Center Museum has special events occurring daily for you and the family to take advantage of. Holiday Hoopla is running daily from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm until the 30th. Here’s some great news – these extra activities are included in museum admission! Merge hands-on crafts with science, math, and engineering in a way only the Discovery Center can. Turn recycled materials into bird feeders, toys, decorations and whatever you imagine! Use real tools to create, and then take home what you make! They’ll also have live science demonstrations!The kids will be thrilled and there will be no boredom that can set in during the days following Christmas. On Monday, December 31, from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, they will be hosting a special Countdown to Fun! Event to usher in the new year! Countdowns, confetti and ball drops will take place at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 pm. And no New Year’s Eve party would be complete without party hats and noisemakers (plus many more fun crafts and activities) to add to the festivities.Pack the kids in the car and put on your learning hats and get down to the Discovery Center museum for some holiday fun!

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FREE Youth Jersey Night with the IceHogs!

If you’re looking for last minute gift ideas, some tickets to the December 28th IceHogs game against the Chicago Wolves is a great option. It'll be a treat for your family to find under the tree. The first 1,000 kids 14 and under through the door will receive a FREE youth jersey. Take in a great divisional hockey game and leave with a free jersey? Sounds like a great time for the kids. The IceHogs will be wrapping up their 2018 home schedule with this game against their biggest rival in an Illinois Lottery Cup matchup. Your Rockford IceHogs are coming off of a huge overtime win in Rosemont on Friday night and look to continue this solid streak of play they have going on. The last two games they've played have ended with an IceHogs overtime win. They don't ask how, they just ask how many. We will take the points where we can get them. Come out and cheer the boys on as the hit the ice after the holiday break!Looking for tickets? Find them HERE!

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Weekend Roundup December 21-23!

Hello beautiful people! The final weekend before Christmas has arrived. Do you need to finish some shopping? How about fill up your fun quota before the (possible) stress of the holidays? Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, December 21, 2018There Will Be Darkness 8 - Winter Solstice & Dark Beer Festival @ The Olympic Tavern - view event11:00 am - 11:00 pmYes, Virginia: the Musical @ The Nordlof Center - view event7:00 pm - 9:00 pmHenhouse Prowlers @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSplurge 2.0 VS. Ritual Control. Christmas In Clubland @ The Office Niteclub - view event10:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, December 22, 2018Last Stop Christmas Shop @ The Canine Crunchery - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmShop on State - view event10:00 am - 6:00 pmVictorian Holiday @ Burpee Museum - view event10:30 am & 12:30 pmThere Will Be Darkness 8 - Winter Solstice & Dark Beer Festival @ The Olympic Tavern - view event11:00 am - 11:00 pmShen Yun @ Coronado PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmUsual Suspects Read: HOME ALONE @ The Nordlof Center - view event7:00 pm - 9:00 pmMiles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, December 23, 2018Shen Yun @ Coronado PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmPre-Xmas Ugly Sweater Party @ Whiskey's Roadhouse - view event6:00 pm - 1:00 am

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In Youth We Trust Grant Applications are Open!

The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) will accept applications for the In Youth We Trust grant program until 5 p.m. on February 7, 2019. Applications are accepted from youth-led groups or organizations in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties via the application form found at cfnil.org/grants/youth. Applications will be reviewed by the In Youth We Trust Council, a group of local high school students who convene monthly at CFNIL to learn about grantmaking, volunteerism, and community leadership. The maximum grant request has increased to $3,500. Past recipients have included the Aquin Interact Club, Auburn and Guilford National Honor Societies, Gigi’s Playhouse, Harlem High School Veteran Project, Northwest Community Center 4-H Teen Teachers, Rochelle School District Hub Project, Stateline Robotics Team, Talcott STEM Club, and the Vision Theater Company.“The In Youth We Trust grants program is an opportunity for high school students from all over the region to learn about and practice philanthropy. The students help establish grant criteria, evaluate proposals, and recommend grant awards for youth led projects. In Youth We Trust empowers youth to expand their moral imagination and ‘see the good.” - Ciara Stahly CFNIL Program Associate and IYWT Staff Liason.The IYWT Council looks for projects that:Promote collaboration and teamwork,Provide creative solutions to community issues,Create community awareness and understanding of youth issues,Have a clear, practical plan for implementation, andHave a realistic budget. The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois has been a regional leader in philanthropy since 1953. CFNIL serves as a catalyst for giving in order to attract, preserve, and grow an endowment for the needs of the people of Northern Illinois. The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois established In Youth We Trust in 1994 with a grant from the Ford Foundation. In Youth We Trust teaches grantmaking and volunteerism to today’s youth, preparing them to be the positive change of tomorrow.

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Weekend Roundup December 14-16!

Hello Rockford! The weekend has come around again. Here's a hint for what's coming up: Pull out those ugly sweaters! Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, December 14, 2018An Evening with the Music Academy @ Anderson Japanese Gardens - view event5:00 pm - 8:00 pmWine Tasting @ Tinder Box - view event5:30 pm - 9:00 pmUgly Christmas Sweater Party #8 @ The Olympic Tavern - view event6:00 pm - 10:00 pmA Holiday Extravaganza to Benefit The Rock River Valley Pantry @ Mary's Place - view event7:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, December 15, 2018Christmas trains event @ Katie's Cup - view event9:00 am - 4:00 pmHoliday Carving Class @ Klehm Arboretum - view event10:00 am - 1:00 pmVictorian Holiday @ Burpee Museum - view event10:30 am & 12:30 pmWine Tasting @ Tinder Box - view event5:30 pm - 9:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Texas Stars @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmHoliday Pops @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pm6th Annual Holiday Party: Karaoke & Ugly Sweater Party @ Prairie Street Brewing Co. - view event9:00 pm - 11:59 pmPistol Pete @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, December 16, 2018Holiday Pops @ Coronado PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Grand Rapids Griffins @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event5:00 pm

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Nom Nom Nom: The Norwegian

After a complete renovation and years in the making, The Norwegian is finally open at 1402 N Main St! Of course, we had to give it a try. Jake and I decided to hold our weekly meeting at the newest spot in town. Who can argue with brunch? Not us. When you walk in, you’re greeted with an absolutely adorable and welcoming setting. There’s a fireplace, some comfy chairs, and then you enter the main restaurant area, which has a live music stage! If you’ve paid attention to Rockford Buzz for any amount of time, you’ll know that we love coffee. Well, they won me over by being on top of the mug refills. I never found myself without coffee in front of me. If you, too, love coffee, this will be a huge selling point for you. It’s also tasty coffee, so wins all around. After we woke up from some coffee, we had to try some food of course. I ordered an Omelet with spinach. Jake ordered the Benedict. I must say, it was hard to narrow down what we wanted. We both went back and forth between a few options. But that just means more visits are in store. I was pleasantly surprised with how quickly our food came out. We didn’t order anything super extravagant, but it was super timely and warm and . . . DELICIOUS!I have a hard time ordering omelets because you never know if you’re going to get real eggs or an omelet that is super whipped and doesn’t even taste like an egg. Don’t worry fellow egg lovers; you are safe with ordering omelets at The Norwegian. It was tasty and the cheese with spinach made it the perfect light brunch for me. Jake said his benedict was also very, very good!Honestly, the wait was well worth it. The Norwegian is exactly what Rockford needs and exactly what the neighborhoods west of the river need. Did I mention the food was absolutely delicious?If you haven't checked it out yet, now is the time. You won't be disappointed!

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Weekend Roundup December 7-9!

Brrrrrr.... It's cold out there. Every year I think I will be ready for it. But, every year, I am not. At least our town is rockin' to make the cold more bearable. Get out there and enjoy! Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, December 7, 2018Holiday Shoppe 2018 @ Our Savior's Lutheran Church - view event4:00 pm - 8:00 pmJingleBling! @ J.R. Kortman Center For Design - view event5:30 pm - 8:00 pmMusic in the Museum: Tentacles Everywhere @ Rockford Art Museum - view event6:00 pm - 8:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Grand Rapids Griffins @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pmJ.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday @ Nordlof Center - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pmBare Bones @ Mary's Place - view event8:00 pm - 12:00 amSaturday, December 8, 2018Christmas in the Trenches @ Midway Village Museum - view event10:00 am - 11:30 amMiracle Mile Cookie Crawl - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmVictorian Holiday @ Burpee Museum - view event10:30 am & 12:30 pmVictorian Holiday Celebration @ Midway Village Museum - view event11:00 am - 4:00 pmJ.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday @ Nordlof Center - view event4:00 pm - 6:30 pmRockford IceHogs vs Chicago Wolves @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pmToo Deep @ Mary's Place - view event9:00 pm - 1:30 amSunday, December 9, 2018Victorian Holiday Celebration @ Midway Village Museum - view event11:00 am - 4:00 pmJ.R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday @ Nordlof Center - view event4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

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A Brand New Holiday Pop-Up Shop!

On Friday, December 7th, the Club Blue Angels will hold their first annual “Drinks and Dasher” Holiday Pop-Up Shop at Forest Hills Country Club located at 5135 Forest Hills Road. From 11:00 am - 2:00 pm come out and look for some gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!).This unique holiday shopping open house is hosted by Illinois Bank & Trust and includes more than twenty-two unique vendors who will be ready to help you shop for the holidays. “Drinks and Dasher” vendors include: ArchTaylor and Max510threadsCacao CuveeCookies By DesignStella and DotPremiere DesignEunoiaKatie M JewelryBeauty CounterShear RenewalIndia HicksPoskaDo Terra OilsCollector’s BenchShe SheMinglewoodFHCC Golf ShopPlainJane ArteSBe Designs by Sara BlaineLOOK RockfordRockford Roasting Company and more! Guests can enjoy a cash bar and brunch bites while they shop.A percentage of all sales will be donated to Club Blue. The charities served by Club Blue in 2019 are MERIT and Children’s Home & Aid. Club Blue will also be collecting formula, wipes, and diapers in all sizes for these very worthy charities. Donations may be brought to the shopping event on December 7th.“We are excited to partner with Club Blue as they hold their first ever Pop Up Shopping event," said Gina Caruana, Senior Vice President Consumer Banking of Illinois Bank & Trust. “We have been proud supporters of Club Blue and the children they serve for years and look forward to hosting this festive event, along with the Club Blue Angels. We are excited to share some holiday cheer with others in the community who support the Club Blue mission.”

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The New Restaurant on the Block!

Have you heard? The Norwegian is finally set to open TOMORROW, December 1. They'll be open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm daily and offer a brand new breakfast or lunch (OR BRUNCH!) experience. Location: 1402 N Main StRockford, Illinois 61103Tomorrow is their soft opening, so stop in and say hello. Be one of the first to try the new menu. We've been waiting for this moment for a few years, and we're so excited it has finally arrived!We're excited for everyone involved in this new eatery and we are sending our positive vibes their way!

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Weekend Roundup Nov. 30 - Dec. 2!

The first weekend of December! How crazy is that? It seems like we were just talking about Halloween. But, alas, here we are in the last month of the year. Kick it off right. Here's your Weekend Roundup!Friday, November 30, 2018Rockton Christmas Walk - view event3:00 pmZachary Owen @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:30 pmFrosty Fridays @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmTaboo Blah Blah @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, December 1, 2018Tour de Frost - view event9:00 am - 3:00 pmA Local Holiday Market 2018 @ Rockford University - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmVictorian Holiday @ Burpee Museum - view event10:30 am & 12:30 pmPints for Prostates Wrap Party, Mustache Competition & Hot Shave @ The Olympic Tavern - view event5:00 pm - 7:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Milwaukee Admirals @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pmSunday, December 2, 2018SPoRT Makeup @ Crimson Ridge - view event11:00 am - 5:00 pmThe Nutcracker @ Coronado PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmJazz for the Holidays @ Starr Center - view event3:00 pm - 6:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs San Antonio Rampage @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event4:00 pm

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Give the Gift of Local!

“Have a to-tally local Christmas. It’s the best time of the year” I could really get into coming up with new lyrics for all of these classics. We want you to have a totally local holiday no matter what you celebrate though!What’s better than spreading a little local love during the holiday season? Give your loved ones gifts from their favorite local place, or ship some local flavor out to loved ones in different parts of country or even the WORLD! Think big here, folks. (Or don’t, I won’t judge. Just buy some stuff for yourself if you want to. Treat yo self, right? Right.)For a whole bunch of local in one spot, you have to pay a visit to A Local Holiday Market. From 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at Rockford University, youll find 30+ LOCAL businesses all in one place for your shopping pleasure. Buy gifts for yourself, buy gifts for others, or you can even buy gifts for your pets! There will be gifts in all price ranges. So, come out, support local shops, and walk away with some new gifts!“And in case you didn't hearOh by golly have a to-tally local Christmas this year!”

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Weekend Roundup November 23-25!

Holiday spirit? No holiday spirit? No judgements here! We have things for both crowds. No matter which one you fall under, we DO recommend that you show some love to your favorite local spots on Small Business Saturday. Here is your Weekend Roundup!Friday, November 23, 2018Culture Shock's Black Fri & Small Business Sat Celebration! - view event8:00 am - 8:00 pm The Canine Crunchery Black Friday Extravaganza - view event8:00 am - 6:00 pmBlack Friday - Gift Card Sale + BCS Tapping @ The Olympic Tavern - view event11:00 am - 9:00 pmGrinchy Green Science @ Discovery Center - view event11:00 am - 3:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs Chicago Wolves @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmBlack Celebration, an 80's rewind music experience @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, November 24, 2018Culture Shock's Black Fri & Small Business Sat Celebration! - view event8:00 am - 8:00 pm2018 Pet Photos with Santa @ Meyer's Tails Up Farm - view event9:00 am - 2:00 pmBark On Mulford Celebrates 1 Year & Small Biz Saturday - view event10:00 am - 3:00 pmStroll on State, presented by Illinois Bank & Trust - view event2:00 pm - 9:00 pmName The Moon and Tundras @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSunday, November 25, 2018Ale Yeah Yoga: Autumn Session (Nov) @ Prairie Street Brewing Co. - view event3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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Deck the Streets With Lots of Cheer Fa La La La La

Trust me, those are the lyrics to the holiday classic. Well, they’re my lyrics. So, just go with it!Stroll on State is coming up on Saturday from 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm, and I am super excited for it. For one, I get to be in the parade. You guessed it – I will be riding the Hamboni with the IceHogs family. Where else would I be? After the parade, take some time to walk around and check out all of the festivities. My personal favorites include drinking hot cocoa while strolling (Ha! Ha!) down the sidewalk, taking a wagon ride, and eating s’mores. I’m a sucker for s’mores all year long, but especially during Stroll on State!Here’s a schedule of things you have to make sure to see:3 p.m. - Stroll on State's Merry & Bright Holiday Parade 4 - 9 p.m. - Randy Finch Ice Brigades live ice sculpting 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. - Fire & Ice displays 6 p.m. - City of Rockford Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 6:15 p.m. - Sky Lights Fireworks Show And for the casual strollers, here are some things for you to check on on your own time:Frosty's Merry Market Rockford's River Lights SantaLand Once Upon a Dream PerformancesHorse & Wagon Rides Rudolph's Reindeer Village Hot Chocolate Express Indoor Ice Skating Grinch's MovieLand Stroll Special Moments Photo Booth Letters to Santa Adult Beverage Stations & Kringle Kafes S’Mores Stroll on State Merchandise Sales For a Stroll on State map and more info, you can visit the website HERE. Most of all, enjoy the weekend and have a lot of fun. Make sure to tag #MYROCKFORD and #rockfordbuzz in your photos. We would love to see them!

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Iconic Historic Furniture Undergoing Restoration at the Coronado

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Iconic Historic Furniture Undergoing Restoration at the Coronado

Weekend Roundup January 18-20!

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Weekend Roundup January 18-20!

Weekend Roundup January 11-13!

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Weekend Roundup January 11-13!

Grand Opening of 317 Art Collective Continues 103 Year History of Art

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Grand Opening of 317 Art Collective Continues 103 Year History of Art

161st Annual Burns Night!

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161st Annual Burns Night!

Weekend Roundup January 4-6!

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Weekend Roundup January 4-6!

Recycle Your Christmas Trees, Feed Our Environment!

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Recycle Your Christmas Trees, Feed Our Environment!

Weekend Roundup December 28-30!

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Weekend Roundup December 28-30!

Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive with Discovery Center!

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Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive with Discovery Center!

FREE Youth Jersey Night with the IceHogs!

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FREE Youth Jersey Night with the IceHogs!

Weekend Roundup December 21-23!

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Weekend Roundup December 21-23!

In Youth We Trust Grant Applications are Open!

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In Youth We Trust Grant Applications are Open!

Weekend Roundup December 14-16!

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Weekend Roundup December 14-16!

Nom Nom Nom: The Norwegian

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Nom Nom Nom: The Norwegian

Final test story

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Final test story

Story Number 2 - Bring on the bacon

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Story Number 2 - Bring on the bacon

this is simply a test

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this is simply a test

Weekend Roundup December 7-9!

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Weekend Roundup December 7-9!

A Brand New Holiday Pop-Up Shop!

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A Brand New Holiday Pop-Up Shop!

The New Restaurant on the Block!

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The New Restaurant on the Block!

Weekend Roundup Nov. 30 - Dec. 2!

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Weekend Roundup Nov. 30 - Dec. 2!

Give the Gift of Local!

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Give the Gift of Local!

Weekend Roundup November 23-25!

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Weekend Roundup November 23-25!

Deck the Streets With Lots of Cheer Fa La La La La

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Deck the Streets With Lots of Cheer Fa La La La La

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