Upcoming Events in Rockford: A Guide to the Week of June 3-9, 2024

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1. Austin Kaufmann in Rockford

Austin Kaufmann and Ardy Anderson are reuniting in Rockford. The event is a chance for attendees to catch up, with more details to be announced later.

• Venue: rkfd bar
• Address: rkfd bar 6876 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL
• Date: Fri, May 31, 2:00 AM – Tue, Jun 4, 1:45 AM CDT
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2. Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Alysha Brilla | The Danhattans

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens features Alysha Brilla, with The Danhattans opening. This summer concert invites attendees to enjoy live music amidst serene garden settings, with options for food and seating.

• Venue: Anderson Japanese Gardens
• Address: Anderson Japanese Gardens 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL
• Date: Tue, Jun 4, 5:45 PM CDT
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3. Burpee Museum's Wonderful Wednesdays: What is a sound Wave? 0619

Burpee Museum's Wonderful Wednesdays feature engaging classes on science and nature, including unique ways animals experience sound, through hands-on activities and experiments.

• Venue: Burpee Museum of Natural History
• Address: Burpee Museum of Natural History 737 N Main St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Wed, Jun 5, 4:00 – 4:45 PM CDT
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4. River Road Trio - Sponsored by Carter Tooling

River Road Trio, sponsored by Carter Tooling, offers a live music series featuring local and regional artists with limited seating and refreshments available.

• Venue: Edgebrook Shops
• Address: Edgebrook Shops 1639 N Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL
• Date: Fri, Jun 7, 6:30 – 8:30 PM CDT
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5. Local Author Event With Karla Clark

Local author Karla Clark will sign her books 'You Be Daddy' and newly released 'You Be Grandpa.' The event includes story time and offers engaging activities for attendees.

• Venue: CherryVale Mall
• Address: CherryVale Mall 7200 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8
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6. ARTSY Arts & Crafts Exhibit

ARTSY Arts & Crafts Exhibit is a free one-day event supporting local artisans, featuring a variety of handmade items, live music, and snack food.

• Venue: Edgebrook Shops
• Address: Edgebrook Shops 1639 N Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 10 AM – 5 PM CDT
• Click here to learn more.

7. Burpee Museum's 2024 Diversity Day 0608

Burpee Museum's Diversity Day celebrates biodiversity with interactive exhibits, presentations, and activities aimed at honoring and preserving diverse ecosystems.

• Venue: Burpee Museum of Natural History
• Address: Burpee Museum of Natural History 737 N Main St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM CDT
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8. Burpee Museum Art of the Earth: Mosasaurs, These be Sea Serpents 0608

Enhance your museum visit with a 60 min art class focused on Paleoart, drawing creatures like T-rex and learning techniques to bring prehistoric worlds to life through various art forms.

• Venue: Burpee Museum of Natural History
• Address: Burpee Museum of Natural History 737 N Main St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 1 – 2 PM CDT
• Click here to learn more.

9. Habitat Opening & Cicada Celebration

Celebrate the opening of the seasonal outdoor exhibit 'Habitat' and enjoy a cicada celebration, featuring educational activities and a guided hike through various exhibit stops.

• Venue: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
• Address: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden 2715 S Main St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8
• Click here to learn more.

10. Drop-In Recreation

Drop-In Recreation offers activities like walking, basketball, pickleball, and volleyball in a climate-controlled setting, with no pre-registration required and varying admission fees.

• Venue: UW Health Sports Factory
• Address: UW Health Sports Factory 305 S Madison St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 9 AM – 1 PM CDT
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11. Elijah Graduation

Elijah Graduation, organized by Latrina Farley and Felice Gail Malone, is a public event. Interested parties can join or log in to Facebook to connect with the event.

• Venue: BMO Center
• Address: BMO Center 398-300 Elm St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 10 AM CDT
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12. Cartoon Club–Sharks!

Join the Cartoon Club at Rockford Art Museum to learn drawing with a focus on sharks. Each session includes step-by-step instructions to inspire and enhance creative skills.

• Venue: Rockford Art Museum
• Address: Rockford Art Museum 711 N Main St, Rockford, IL
• Date: Sat, Jun 8, 6:00 AM – 12:15 PM CDT
• Click here to learn more.