Rockford Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Weekend

Rockford IL

12 August, 2021

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ROCKFORD, IL — Ready for a family outing? Patch has you covered, we're showcasing several events and happenings taking place this week in Rockford. Check out what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. If you're wondering how you can get your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this weekend throughout Rockford: Virtual Sew-In/ Drawstring Project Bag When: Thursday, August 12th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Montague Branch Library What: Event listing from Montague Branch Library: Thursday, August 12 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMDo you need another bag? This drawstring project bag is perfect for any hobby.You will have to download WebEx to your phone or computer. You will receive 2 invites from WebEx to your email. Learn More RYSL Fall Outdoor - Rockford Park District When: Thursday, August 12th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Rockford Park District What: Event listing from Rockford Park District: Thursday and August 12 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMFields 209-212 Location: Mercyhealth Sportscore Two 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park IL 61111 US Learn More Community Relations Commission Meeting When: Thursday, August 12th at 5:30 p.m. Where: City of Rockford What: Event listing from City of Rockford: Thursday and August 12 at 5:30 PM Learn More Chair Yoga - Cherry Valley Public Library District When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Cherry Valley Public Library District What: Event listing from Cherry Valley Public Library District: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMJoin Susan Wilkens from Dancing Cranes Yoga on Zoom for a gentle Chair Yoga class to increase & maintain flexibility, breathe more deeply, and sleep more soundly. Perfect f... Learn More Staff Development - Cherry Valley Public Library District When: Friday, August 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Cherry Valley Public Library District What: Event listing from Cherry Valley Public Library District: Friday, August 13 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PMThe Library will be closed for Staff Development until 1 PM. The drive-up book return will be open at all times for item returns. Learn More Windy City Classic Softball Tournament When: Saturday, August 14th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Rockford Park District What: Event listing from Rockford Park District: Saturday, August 14 (all day)Location: Mercyhealth Sportscore One 1288 Elmwood Rd. Rockford IL 61103 US Learn More The Northern Illinois Card Show When: Saturday, August 14th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Rock Church What: On Saturday, August 14th, from 9am to 3pm, there will be up to 50 tables with numerous vendors selling a great variety of all sports and non-sports cards ranging from vintage to modern and high-end graded to common cards. Vendors will also have sealed boxes, packs, complete se... Learn More Create Your Own Peace Pole - Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden What: Event listing from Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden: Saturday, August 14 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMDetails Karla Lombardo of ArtbyKarla will teach you how to make your very own colorful Peace Pole to add creative flair to your garden. Each Peace… More https://www.facebook.co... Learn More Celebrate Rockford Day! - East Branch When: Saturday, August 14th at 11:00 a.m. Where: East Branch What: Event listing from East Branch: Saturday, August 14 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMLocal author Karla Clark will host a storytime for children aged 2-7 years. Children can make a craft and get a free bookmark. Masks required for this outdoor event. Bring a blanket! 11am - noon. Learn More East High Classes of 1974-1975 Summer Gathering When: Saturday, August 14th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Prairie Street Brewing Co., 200 Prairie Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61107, United States What: Rockford East High Classes of 1974 and 1975 Summer Gathering. Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Prairie Street Brewhouse. Event time is 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Please see Class of 74 and 75 Facebook pages for more details. Cost is $30 per person. Heavy hors-d'oeuvres will be served wi... Learn More Second Saturday Cinema: The Karate Kid When: Saturday, August 14th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Cherry Valley Public Library District What: Event listing from Cherry Valley Public Library District: Saturday, August 14 from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PMGrab your lawn chair and join us at the library for an evening of family fun! We are going to turn our parking lot into a movie theater and screen some of our favorite old mov... Learn More Rain Chain Class with ArtbyKarla - Anderson Japanese Gardens When: Sunday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Anderson Japanese Gardens What: Event listing from Anderson Japanese Gardens: Sunday, August 15 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMDetails Create your own Rain Chain! ArybyKarla will show you how using beads and clay pots you will design and paint. The rain chain is 8′ long when complete. https://www.facebook.com/event... Learn More Big Play Sports Youth Baseball Tournament When: Monday, August 16th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Rockford Park District What: Event listing from Rockford Park District: Monday, August 16 (all day)Location: Mercyhealth Sportscore One 1288 Elmwood Rd. Rockford IL 61103 US Learn More Preschool Power Storytime - Rockford Public Library When: Monday, August 16th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Rockford Public Library What: Event listing from Rockford Public Library: Monday, August 16 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMBooks, songs, and storytelling for ages 3-5 Learn More City Council Meeting - City of Rockford When: Monday, August 16th at 5:30 p.m. Where: City of Rockford What: Event listing from City of Rockford: Monday, August 16 at 5:30 PM Learn More Special Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting When: Monday, August 16th at 5:30 p.m. Where: City of Rockford What: Event listing from City of Rockford: Monday, August 16 at 5:30 PM Learn More Mobile Library Stop-Spring Creek United Church of Christ When: Tuesday, August 17th at 2:00 p.m. Where: East Branch What: Event listing from East Branch: Tuesday, August 17 from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PMStop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library. Learn More Adult Painting Night - Nordlof Branch When: Tuesday, August 17th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Nordlof Branch What: Event listing from Nordlof Branch: Tuesday, August 17 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMAdult painting night taught by Laura Gomel from the 317 Art Collective. Participants will receive a canvas and all materials as well as step by step instruction to create their own acrylic painting. Learn More RYSL Fall Outdoor Training - Atwood Center When: Tuesday, August 17th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Atwood Center What: Event listing from Atwood Center: Tuesday, August 17 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMTower Fields Location: Mercyhealth Sportscore Two 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park IL 61111 US Learn More Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting - City of Rockford When: Tuesday, August 17th at 5:30 p.m. Where: City of Rockford What: Event listing from City of Rockford: Tuesday, August 17 from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM Learn More Liquor & Tobacco Advisory Board Meeting When: Tuesday, August 17th at 6:00 p.m. Where: City of Rockford What: Event listing from City of Rockford: Tuesday, August 17 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Learn More Poetry Slam/Open Mic - Nordlof Branch When: Tuesday, August 17th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Nordlof Branch What: Event listing from Nordlof Branch: Tuesday, August 17 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMThis event is free to attend and repeats on the third Tuesday of every month at 6PM in the Nordlof Center. The format is comprised of an open mic followed by a poetry slam. Learn More Open Mic and Poetry Slam - The Nordlof Center When: Tuesday, August 17th at 6:00 p.m. Where: The Nordlof Center What: Event listing from The Nordlof Center: Tuesday, August 17 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMThis event is free to attend and repeats on the third Tuesday of every month at 6PM in the Nordlof Center. The format is comprised of an open mic followed by a poetry slam. You do not need to sign... Learn More Library Board of Trustees Meeting - Cherry Valley Public Library District When: Tuesday, August 17th at 6:45 p.m. Where: Cherry Valley Public Library District What: Event listing from Cherry Valley Public Library District: Tuesday, August 17 from 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Rockford University Women's Soccer Training When: Wednesday, August 18th at 6:00 a.m. Where: Rockford Park District What: Event listing from Rockford Park District: Wednesday, August 18 from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AMWedgbury Stadium Location: Mercyhealth Sportscore Two 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park IL 61111 US Learn More Babes and Books - Rockford Public Library When: Wednesday, August 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Rockford Public Library What: Event listing from Rockford Public Library: Wednesday, August 18 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMThis interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading. Learn More Check out more local events, or add your own, on the Rockford Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.