Rockford
Reading Rocks In Rockford
Events
Schedule of
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Kids Night Out
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2013
June – August Huntington Rogue River Blues Series
( Tuesdays 7 – 9 pm, June 11 – August 13) Enjoy a pleasant summer evening listening to the smooth sound of the blues. See various artists perform live by the Rogue River in Garden Club Park.
June – October Rockford Farm Market
( Every Saturday 8am – 1pm, June 1 – October 26) Stock up on vegetables, fruits, fresh cut flowers, baked goods and organic foods. All Michigan grown. Located in the South Squires Street parking lot. See article on Page 24.
July Rockford Area Kids Triathlon
( July 13 at Rockford High School) Witness the excitement as kids 17 and younger compete in this challenging swimming / biking / running race to raise funds for DARE and Explorers programs. www. RockTri. com
Sidewalk Sales
( July 18, 19 & 20 in Downtown Rockford) Oh, the sales! Strap on your shopping bag and find out with every step why Rockford is famous for its sidewalk sales.
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Start of Summer Celebration
August ARTaste of Rockford
( August 3, 10am – 2pm, Downtown Rockford) Tour downtown shops. See a showcase of Rockford-area artists. Sample foods from Rockford area restaurants. It’ s a treat for the senses.
Reading Rocks in Rockford Festival
( August 10 in Downtown Rockford) Celebrate the joy of reading and meet a cast of famous storybook characters.
Mitchell’ s Run
( August 17, 8:30am in Downtown Rockford) Run or walk this 5K race to raise funds to help find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. www. MitchellsRun. org
September Art in the Park
( September 7) Visit Garden Club Park to browse or purchase the work of many fine artists from the local area and around the state.
September / October Harvest Fest
( Two Weekends: September 28 & 29 and October 5 & 6) Enjoy live entertainment and the goodness of harvest time at this old-fashioned festival. Bring the kids for contests, food, hayrides, crafts and scarecrow making. It’ s fun for the whole family.
November Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Open Houses
( Lighting Ceremony: Nov. 19, 5:30pm. Open Houses: Nov. 20 & 21, 5 – 8pm) Celebrate the official beginning of the holiday season as Rockford switches on its holiday lights. Find the perfect gift as Rockford’ s downtown shops extend their hours to offer you a unique candlelight shopping experience.
December Santa Parade
( December 7, 11am) Witness a Rockford-style Christmas parade filled with holiday spirit. After the parade, pictures with Santa await.
Christmas in Rockford
( Carriage Rides: December 12, 13, 19 & 20) Christmas in Rockford is a special experience. See the lights. Go on free carriage rides. Listen to carolers. Shops for gifts. Enjoy Rockford’ s quaint surroundings.
Santa and his Reindeer
( December 11 & 18, 6 – 8pm) Meet Santa and his reindeer at the Rotary Pavilion on Squires Street. Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies.