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Whether you're a local resident or just visiting, our videos will inspire you to explore Rockford IL like never before. From outdoor adventures and scenic drives to shopping and dining experiences, we've got it all covered. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest videos about Rockford IL. Get ready to experience the city in a whole new way!

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More Than Just Books - Online Career High School at RPL!

❤️📚Our Library is more than just books! 📚 ❤️Rockford Public Library has launched Career Online High School. It's for adult learners to earn a highschool diploma. It's not a GED program. It's a 100% online program so adults can earn their diploma and help better provide for their families. There are 10 career paths, and RPL has a relationship with Rock Valley College so students can learn how to pursue their career path of choice!RPL wants to offer their students the best chance at success. Online coach availables as well as a face-to-face mentor through the library. As the program continues to grow, more mentors are needed. If you're interested, reach out at cohs@rockfordpubliclibrary.org.This program needs the community's support! The cost is $1,500 per student. There have been some AMAZING local donors who sponsor 5 students, but the public can help with any monetary donations possible. Any little bit helps!You can donate by visiting RPL's website: https://www.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/rpls-career-online-high-school/

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Leap Frogging into Leap Day!

Happy Leap Day, Rockford! Did you know . . . we are going on a QUEST?!The details are in the video. Basically - help us hit 15k LIKES on Facebook and 15k FOLLOWERS on instagram Become a backer to vote on ridiculous things we will do at each 1,000 milestone: https://rockfordbuzz.com/backer

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Weekend Roundup February 28 - March 1!

Friday, February 28, 2020Whiskey Sampling @ Artale Wine Co. - view event4:00 pm - 6:00 pmFriday Night Dinner Buffet @ Ronnit's Kitchen - view event5:00 pm - 7:30 pmTrinadora @ Baci's Kitchen - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Legacy Show @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event7:30 pm - 9:30 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmJim and Sam @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmRed Carpet Party @ District Bar & Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, February 29, 2020Family Toy Workshop @ Severson Dells - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pmGet a Leap on Gardening! @ Klehm Arboretum - view event10:00 am - 11:00 amSnowshoe Hike: Klehm Arboretum - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pmMy Big World : Hip Hop Dancing ! @ RPL: Hart Interim Branch - view event11:00 am - 12:00 pmHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event12:30 pm - 2:30 pm2nd Annual Rockford Open Dart Tournament @ Prairie Street Brewing Co. - view event1:00 pm - 11:30 pmMurder Mystery Dinner- Death of a Gangster @ Franchesco's - view event6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:30 pm - 9:30 pmGeorge Lopez @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm 90’s Karaoke Party @ The Filling Station - view event9:00 pm Old School Pajama Jammy Jam w/ PBR & Culture Shock Records @ The Olympic Tavern - view event9:00 pm - 11:00 pmBattle of the Genre @ District Bar & Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amCellar Series Vol. 5 ft. Woody Mcbride @ Abreo Restaurant - view event10:00 pm - 2:00 amSunday, March 1, 2020A Journey Through Scandinavia Travelogue @ Severson Dells - view event1:00 pm - 2:00 pmHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event1:30 pm 3:30 pmIntro to Kayaking @ Boylan Swim Complex - view event3:30 pm - 6:30 pmThe Beach Boys @ Coronado PAC - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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JoynHer In Spreading Rockford Positivity!

Hey Rockford! Have you met Mercedes? If not, go give JoynHer a like right now! She started the lifestyle blog as a way to cope with grad school, and it's transitioned into being a positive platform for Rockford and local businesses. Her positivity and passion for making a difference are infectious, and she's amazing to chat with. She's also a contributor on Rockford Buzz! Follow Mercedes:Rockford Buzz: https://rockfordbuzz.com/place/joynherFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoynHer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/joynher_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQeW_EhwcPh0TMVgx50Fb5AInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyn_her/

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How One Local Tattoo Shop Is Breaking Down Stereotypes

Delicious Ink Tattoo Parlour has been servicing the Rockford region for over 20 YEARS! What sets them apart is they have a lot of different artists with a lot of different styles. With 8 artists and 2 piercers and 2 counter people who keep everything flowing, Delicious Ink has a big team with lots of experience and they're looking to provide you with amazing art. Everyone is welcome at Delicious Ink. It's a judgement free zone full of people who are passionate about body art. If you're looking to get a new tattoo or a new piercing, definitely hit them up! They've been a staple in the Rockford community for a long time and they're always growing and expanding.The Delicious Ink Family (and where to find them on Instagram!!!) :Tim Atwell @t_atwellHunter Cramer @cramertattoosJennie Tiesman @jennietiesmanJason Symons @a.demon.in.the.darkUtah Owen @utahowen Billy Gunz @billygunztattooerAnnette Martin @annette_tattoosJohn Vaughn @modified_evolutionGabby Wood @_crime_wave_Solvej Jordhal @solvej_inkShay Tarlton @shaytarltoncreationsMyia Serene @myia_serene

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Podcast Ep. 31 - Dinosaur Attacks & Axe Wielding

For the first time in awhile, we are back with a normal episode of Rockford Buzz the podcast. No interview. No Ask Us Anything. Instead you can hear what we've been up to, how to properly survive a dinosaur attack, and wielding axes.Hit play and come hang out with us. Coffee drinking is suggested.Follow us on social mediaInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/TheRockfordBuzzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/"Rockford Buzz" Apple and Android Mobile Apps

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Throw Sharp Objects For Fun! (At Boards NOT People)

Big Timber Axe Throwing is a new place in town if you want to get your Axe Throwing on! They'll teach you how to throw so your party is as safe as possible and you can have a great time. They've partnered up with Minnihan’s and 815Escape to provide more than just axe throwing. Check out the video to see how well Jake does at axe throwing!You can walk in, call ahead, or make a private booking: https://bigtimberaxethrowing.com/

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Getting Creative with Drew Eurek

Drew Eurek is a super talented local artist. You can hear this story below! If you havent seen his art, you need to check it out ASAP. You can see him at 510threads - Downtown - Rockford, IL during spring ArtScene. Until then, follow along with him on instagram: @dreweurek

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Weekend Roundup February 21-23!

Friday, February 21, 2020Margarita Day Weekend at the Cantina @ Lucha Cantina - view event4:00 pmMusic at the Market: An Evening with Josh Cohen @ Rockford City Market - view event5:00 pm - 8:00 pmEvening with Orchids @ Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens - view event5:30 pm - 7:30 pm2020 American Advertising Awards @ Prairie Street Brewing Co. - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs. San Antonio Rampage @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmFilm & Discussion: Knock Down the House @ Womanspace - view event7:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Lone Canary Album Release Show @ The Norwegian - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmSaturday, February 22, 2020Challenge workshop @ Nspired Yoga - view event10:00 am - 11:30 amHERstory: Women Who Dared @ Midway Village Museum - view event10:00 am - 3:00 pmMusic at the Cup presents: Saturday Sessions @ Katie's Cup - view event11:00 am - 1:00 pm3rd Annual Female Energy Show @ Victory Sports Complex - view event12:00 pm - 6:00 pmWhiskey and Wine @ Rockford City Market - view event4:00 pm - 7:00 pmSpeakeasy Murder Mystery @ Tinker Swiss Cottage - view event6:00 pm - 8:00 pmQuilt Club Performing Live @ Wolf Hollow - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmMyspace Emo Prom @ District Bar & Grill - view event8:00 pm - 1:30 amSunday, February 23, 2020Jazz Brunch w/ The Joel Baer Jazz Trio @ The Norwegian - view event12:00 pm - 2:00 pmTravelogue: Exploring Cascadia @ Severson Dells - view event1:00 pm - 2:00 pmRockin’ In A Material World: Music of the 1980s @ Midway Village Museum - view event2:00 pm - 3:30 pmAvalon String Quartet @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Dinosaurs... Need I Say More? (No Jakes Were Harmed In The Making Of This Film)

The details: Burpee Museum of Natural History. Paleofest. March 6-8, 2020. DINOSAURS.I'll let the video say the rest. . .

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You're Invited to the Quilt Club!

Wolf Hollow is a cute gothic shop here in Rockford where you can find all sorts of home decor and clothing items. This Saturday, you can also find LIVE MUSIC! Quilt Club will be rockin' in the shop starting at 7pm. You don't want to miss this intimate show in a great setting. You can get some shopping done while you're there too! WIN/WIN!Check out Quilt Club here:https://www.facebook.com/quiltclubmusic/https://quiltclub.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://www.instagram.com/quiltclubmusic/

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Ep. 30 - Stickers & Good Vibes (Feat. Gaby of YouRock Experience)

This week, Gaby from YouRock Experience joined us to chat about her past year following her passion into making YouRock a reality. It was exactly a year ago today that she launched, and great things have happened - with the best yet to come! She's working hard to spread positivity here in Rockford, so definitely check her out and give her a follow. YOU ROCK!Follow YouRock:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourockvibes815/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourockvibes815/ Hit play and come hang out with us. Coffee drinking is suggested.Follow us on social mediaInstagram: @TheRockfordBuzzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/"Rockford Buzz" Apple and Android Mobile Apps

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How The Polish Celebrate Mardis Gras

Mardi Gras is coming up! Bella Luna Bakery celebrates the occasion by making PACZKIS! Which, to us who aren't Polish, are basically jelly filled donuts - but BETTER! These things fly off the shelves FAST. But, don't worry, you can place an order and make sure you can fill up on these delicious treats. Give them a call at (815) 670-7028 to place your order! They're taking orders until February 26 - but make sure you call ASAP. They're gonna be busy frying these things up!

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Operation BAT *BLEEP* CRAZY

WE ARE GOING ON A QUEST AND WE NEED YOUR HELP! Are you ready to join us on the quest?! The Quest to 15k! Operation Bat *BLEEP* Crazy. Whatever you wish to call it!We want to hit 15k Likes on Facebook and 15k Followers on Instagram! . . . all by August 1st 😱Check out the video for details - and PLEASE SHARE THIS!If you aren't following us on Instagram, go do that - https://www.instagram.com/therockfordbuzz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/HERE. WE. GO!

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Weekend Roundup February 14-16!

Friday, February 14, 2020East State Antique Mall Valentine Day Cake Walk - view event10:00 am - 6:30 pmValentine’s Day @ Big Timber - view event4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Valentines Dinner @ Baci's Kitchen - view event4:30 pm - 10:00 pmValentines Day Axe Throwing Party @ Axe Marks the Spot - view event4:30 pm - 10:00 pmValentine's Day with Secret Serenade @ Cucina di Rosa - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmWine & Wine Glasses! A Valentines Class! @ Smarty Pants Rockford - view event6:30 pm - 9:30 pmNewsboys United @ Coronado PAC - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmGalentine's Day!: Venus, Wine, & Chocolate! @ Womanspace - view event7:00 pm - 9:00 pmValentine's Dance @ Whiskey's Roadhouse - view event7:00 pm Malandrino @ The Norwegian - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmRed Solo Cup Party @ Rural on Tap - view event8:00 pm - 2:00 amFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmLove Stinks Party w DJ Unique @ RBI Bar & Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amValentines Day Vinyl Night @ CJ's Public House - view event9:00 pm - 1:00 amValentine's Day Sax And The City Part 4 @ Dusty Boots - view event9:15 pm - 1:00 amPistol Pete @ Mary's Place - view event9:30 pm - 1:30 amSaturday, February 15, 2020Mimosas and muffins @ Junior League of Rockford - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pmStoryTime with Rockford Public Library @ Rockford Art Museum - view event10:00 am - 11:00 amSnowshoe Hike Atwood Park @ Rocktown Adventures - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pmYoga at the Market @ Rockford City Market - view event10:30 am - 11:30 amRoyal Tea Room Series: Valentine's with Cinderella and Belle @ Once Upon a Dream - view event10:30 am - 12:30 pmDiscover Engineering @ Discovery Center Museum - view event11:00 - 3:00 pmThe unique perspective of the Female Veteran @ Veterans Memorial Hall - view event1:00 pm - 5:00 pmBell's Tasting: A Tale of Two Hearteds @ Artale Wine Co. - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmTrinadora's Musical Smorgasbord of Love Songs @ Stockholm Inn - view event5:00 pm - 7:30 pmFortnite Tournament @ Open World Gaming - view event6:00 pmFebruary PNO @ Gymnastics Academy of Rockford - view event6:00 pm - 11:00 pmCouples Paint Night- Valentine's Day @ 317 Art Collective - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs. Cleveland Monsters @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmKids Fun Night! @ No Joke Mixed Martial Arts - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmRockford Symphony Orchestra- Scottish Fantasy @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pmBlind Date @ Shooter's East - view event9:00 pm - 1:00 amArt District Vol. 35 @ District Bar & Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amSunday, February 16, 2020bRUNch Fun Run @ Fleet Feet/Lucha Cantina - view event10:00 am - 3:00 pmPenny-Pinching Pop-Up Shop & Launch Party @ Katie's Cup - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pm11th Annual IceHogs Bowl-A-Thon @ Cherry Bowl - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pmRockford's Forgotten Driving Park Lecture @ Midway Village Museum - view event2:00 pm - 3:30 pmJodi Beach @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pmPool Class: Safety and Rescue @ Boylan Swim Complex - view event3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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Podcast Ep. 29 - Ask Us Anything Part 2!

Welcome to Part 2 of the Ask Us Anything podcast series! Part 1 was a ton of fun, so you know this one will deliver too!Here are this week's questions:1. How does Jake get his head so smooth & shiny? Magic? Katherine Leigh Designs2. Hi Rockford Buzz :) - @zerkala_selfie on instagram3. What’s your favorite restaurant in Rockford? @rebekahcr85 on instagram4. Why don’t more people in Rockford play board games? What do you think about the Gaming Goat closing? Why were Icemen games more fun than Icehogs games and will we ever have a varsity team again? - anon (anonymous)5. What's the weirdest thing you've ever bought on Amazon? - anon (anonymous)6. Why doesn’t Courtney know where Massachusetts is? Jenika Enoch - Artist7. Are we ever going to get Whole Foods? (anonymous)8. When are we gonna see Jake debut in the YouTube Wrestling Show? - Mike DraneShoutouts to: Woodfire Rockford, Octane, Lucha Cantina, Wired Cafe', Magpie, Tavern On Clark, Cucina Di Rosa, Stone Eagle, Giovanni's & alchemy, The Norwegian, Carlson Ice Arena & Riverview Ice House - Rockford Park District, MattJones2587 (Youtube Wrestling Show), Choices Natural Market

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Axe Throwing Is Like Video Games (Best Played in Pairs)

Axe Marks The Spot is a brand new axe throwing venue here in Rockford. It's a hobby that has blown up pretty quickly here in town. Axe Marks the Spot is set up a bit differently because they have 2 targets per lane. You can throw at the same time as your friends, family, or date! You can set up your date and party at https://www.axethrowing815.com/

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Podcast Ep. 29 - Ask Us Anything Pt. 2!

Welcome to Part 2 of the Ask Us Anything podcast series! Part 1 was a ton of fun, so you know this one will deliver too!Here are this week's questions: 1. How does Jake get his head so smooth & shiny? Magic? Katherine Leigh Designs2. Hi Rockford Buzz :) - @zerkala_selfie on instagram3. What’s your favorite restaurant in Rockford? @rebekahcr85 on instagram 4. Why don’t more people in Rockford play board games? What do you think about the Gaming Goat closing? Why were Icemen games more fun than Icehogs games and will we ever have a varsity team again? - anon (anonymous)5. What's the weirdest thing you've ever bought on Amazon? - anon (anonymous)6. Why doesn’t Courtney know where Massachusetts is? Jenika Enoch - Artist7. Are we ever going to get Whole Foods? (anonymous)8. When are we gonna see Jake debut in the YouTube Wrestling Show? - Mike DraneShoutouts to: Woodfire Rockford, Octane, Lucha Cantina, Wired Cafe', Magpie, Tavern On Clark, Cucina Di Rosa, Stone Eagle, Giovanni's & alchemy, The Norwegian, Carlson Ice Arena & Riverview Ice House - Rockford Park..., MattJones2587 (Youtube Wrestling Show), Choices Natural Market

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Celebrate Galentine's Day Leslie Knope Style! (In Rockton)

Are you fed up with Valentine's Day and would prefer to celebrate GALENTINE'S DAY?! Well, Downtown Rockton has you covered. The local businesses are teaming up to make February 13th a night of fun! From 6-9 pm grab a punch card from any participating business - get punches for a chance to win an amazing prize!At Sugar Britches, you get to play DRAG QUEEN BINGO!Check out the video for all the deets!

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Get Your Jam On! : Local Band Releases New Album!

The Lone Canary recently released a brand new album and they were kind enough to chat with us about it! It's a great record made by some great people. There may even be a little surprise for you at the end of this video! :) Don't miss their album release party coming up on February 21 at The Norwegian! Stay up to date with them here:Website: https://www.thelonecanary.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLoneCanary/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelonecanary/

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Weekend Roundup February 7-9!

Friday, February 7, 2020Rockford Boat, Vacation, and Fishing Show @ Sportscore Complexes - view event3:00 pm - 8:00 pmSonic Disruptions Exhibition Opening @ Rockford Art Museum - view event5:30 pm - 8:30 pmGalentine's Day 2020 @ Prairie Street Brewing Co. - view event6:00 pm - 10:30 pmRockford IceHogs vs. San Antonio Rampage @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmSaturday, February 8, 2020Rockford Boat, Vacation, and Fishing Show @ Sportscore Complexes - view event10:00 am - 6:00 pmGalentine’s Party @ Lallygag Boutique - view event4:00 pm - 7:00 pmRockford IceHogs Sock Monkey Madness Night vs. San Antonio @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmWindsor Pizza Parlor Comedy Night - view event8:00 pm - 11:00 pmSunday, February 9, 2020Rockford Boat, Vacation, and Fishing Show @ Sportscore Complexes - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmChocolate Sundae Sunday @ Discovery Center Museum - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pmPool Class: Intro to Kayaking @ Boylan Swim Complex - view event3:30 pm - 6:30 pmThe Purple Madness - Tribute to Prince @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

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New RAM Exhibit! So Many Colors & Fun Furniture!

There is an awesome new exhibit opening at Rockford Art Museum tomorrow! It's full of color, and you can sit on some fun furniture! The two artists will be on hand for the public opening to talk about their work and have a good time. Make sure you check it out tomorrow from 7-8:30pm!And watch the video as Carrie Johnson tells me about how this came together! It's gonna be an awesome show, make sure you see it!

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Ep. 28 - Podcasting & Bigfoot (Feat. Darren Marlar of Weird Darkness)

This week, Darren Marlar of the Weird Darkness podcast joins us to talk about how his career in podcasting started and the natural evolution his career has taken. We also chat about some fun paranormal or "weird" topics such as ghosts, aliens, and bigfoot!Hit play and come hang out with us. Coffee drinking is suggested.Check out Weird Darkness!Website: http://weirddarkness.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeirdDarkness/Follow us on social mediaInstagram: @TheRockfordBuzzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/"Rockford Buzz" Apple and Android Mobile AppsTo listen to the audio-only version: https://podfollow.com/rockford-buzz-the-podcast/view

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Help Make Wishes Come True (AND Have An Awesome Night Of Fun)

Nikolas Ritschel Foundation is an AMAZING non-profit foundation that started right here in the Rockford area. Think Make-A-Wish but not for folks only under the age of 18. So far, they've granted 175 wishes and have spread out to 32 states. They have an event coming up - GALENTINE'S DAY! Friday, February 7th at Prairie Street Brewing Co.. Raffles, photo booth, Boy Band Revue with great music and dancing, and MORE. The highlight of the evening - WINE FLOATS!All of the proceeds from this event go towards making wishes come true for cancer warriors. For more info and to grab your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/galentines-day-2020-tickets-86920257831

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Local Retailer Goes International With Dream Cream

From Rockford City Market vendor to brick and mortar to then a larger brick and mortar - Bath & Body Fusion was one of the pioneers of the downtown renaissance, and they just keep growing. Their products not only smell amazing, but they have real benefits for healing and making you feel good about your skin - especially the Dream Cream!Now they are applying for the Fed Ex small business grant. The voting period is from February 4th to the beginning of March. They need your help! You get one vote per 24 hour period, so there are plenty of days to throw in votes for this awesome local business. Cast your vote here:Also! February 2-8th, National Burn Awareness Week. The City of Rockford is officially signing the proclamation on Monday, February 3rd. :Dhttps://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsmallbusinessgrant.fedex.com%2F%3Fcmp%3DKNC-1001816-18-10-950-1110000-US-US-EN-MXZ0001Z01ZSBGC%26gclsrc%3Daw.ds%26%26gclid%3DCj0KCQiA4NTxBRDxARIsAHyp6gDNaSSl5GmZASMrkeu5-ctnaD21qsxeDSqEAXxTT4kekjaHSIjq5xUaAn5iEALw_wcB%26fbclid%3DIwAR0iJXHRnpq-jpMI0PL7Dv_k10lYsgp79MWCl29jCVN1KhIh0bl2uFG3c-g%23%2F&h=AT2HQnHxvlP2a9psrtvmmVx9wVgjkybXgYQVmLezZOZ24JZ34mRb0nR2cUm71JDBNtczDGoWJtMcCnnJB_dANwghtHpkKDjiV90joeVdBndvmMBfjSB8sbDQv1tS9XUhAXI7yuS5

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Last Weekend Roundup of January

Friday, January 31, 2020Yeti Scavenger Hunt! @ Downtown Rockton - view event10:00 amRockton Yeti Fest: Dog Mushing with Free Spirit Sled Demo Team @ Settler's Park - view event4:00 pm - 8:00 pmTrinadora @ Cucina Di Rosa - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmJohn Lennon & Me @ Nordlof Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs. Manitoba Moose @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmYeti Hunt! @ Settler's Park - view event7:00 pm - 8:00 pmYeti Fest Onesie Pub Crawl @ Downtown Rockton - view event7:00 pm - 2:00 amWarren Franklin Birthday Show w/ Lincoln Flowers @ The Norwegian - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmEvening Tea with Folkgoblin & Friends @ 317 Art Collective - view event7:00 pm - 11:00 pmModern Dickinson @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event7:30 pm - 9:30 pmJohn Moreland @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmDave Matthews Tribute Show @ District Bar & Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, February 1, 2020Free English Classes – Winter 2020 @ First Free Rockford - view event9:00 am - 11:00 amRockford Comic & Toy Show @ Tebala Event Center - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pm7th Annual Rumble in the Rock @ Rock Valley College - view event10:00 am - 9:30 pm5th Annual Forest City Community Cup Charity Event @ Top Cut Comics - view event10:00 am - 10:00 pmYoga at the Market @ Rockford City Market - view event10:30 am - 11:30 amSensational Saturday: Troll Houses (Kids/Families) @ Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens - view event12:00 pmRockton Yeti Fest - 2nd Annual Hot Cocoa Crawl @ Downtown Rockton - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pmMake Your Own Water Marbled Ceramic Pot Workshop @ Village Green Nursery - view event1:00 pm - 2:00 pmJohn Lennon & Me @ Nordlof Center - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pmRockford IceHogs vs. Milwaukee Admirals @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmEspinosa & Coffey @ Nmt Drink - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmDirt Road Rebelz @ Dusty Boots - view event8:00 pm - 12:00 amWSSR Comedy Night | Chastity Washington @ West Side Show Room - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmOld Skool vs New Skool DJ Battle @ District Bar and Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amSunday, February 2, 2020Open Auditions for 2020-21 season @ Artists' Ensemble Theater - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pmPsychometry & Aura Sensing Workshop @ Wolf Hollow - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pmJohn Lennon & Me @ Nordlof Center - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pm7th Annual - Duane's Famous Wing Day @ Lino's - view event3:00 pm - 7:00 pmSuper Bowl Party Time! @ Rock-A-Bago Hall & Mama C's pizza - view event4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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New Coffee Roasters In The Stateline!!

DID SOMEONE SAY COFFEE?! Snowdrift Coffee is the new roaster in the region. They've combined their knowledge for the coffee craft and brought it back to the Midwest to share their delicious blends! Not only do they roast coffee and sell their own blends, they offer wholesale and private roasting for businesses in the area looking to up their coffee game! Soon, they even have coffee classes starting! 😱You can find their menu online at: https://www.snowdriftcoffee.com/OR at Main Street Meat Co. and Bushel & Peck's Local Market!

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Get Fit For Life

Fitness journeys are different for everyone, and having a strong support system can help motivate you to succeed. CrossFit Supercell has created a great community and place to work out for those interested in CrossFit or if you're a seasoned pro. They accept members at all walks of their fitness journey and want to cheer you on! If you love CrossFit or are interested in giving it a shot, make sure you check them out! Every Saturday at 9am, they have a free Community WOD. That's a great chance to give it a shot!

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Podcast Ep. 27 - Ask Us Anything Part 1!

PART ONE of our Ask Us Anything podcast series! We got so many amazing questions from y'all that we had to break it up into a few episodes. If you didn't get your question answered in this one, don't worry! It's coming! Thank you to everyone who responded.Here are the ones we answered today:1. What was your most memorable interview? -Anonymous (A Rockford Buzz Backer!)2. Why doesn’t Courtney know where Massachusetts is? @drfink09 on Instagram3. How can you convince younger people to stay in Rockford? @harin.pa on Instagram4. When/where can I buy one of your awesome Symbol shirts? @forever9702 on Instagram5. Why are you guys so awesome? Emily Henderson PhotographyShoutout to the businesses mentioned:Rockford City Market, Anderson Japanese Gardens, Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens - Rockford Park District, Rockford Park District, Go Rockford, Transform Rockford, City of Rockford Government, Midtown District, Edgebrook, Rockford Art Museum, Katherine Leigh Designs, Embroid This, Rockford Art Deli, Bygone Brand ❤️

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A Fest of Yetis!

Rockton is celebrating yetis! Or something like that 😜. This week marks the 5th annual Rockton Yeti Fest. What is a Rockton Yeti Fest?! It's 4 days of winter fun!The snow scultpers get to work on Wednesday which also kicks off the beginning of the Yeti Fest Scavenger hunt at Downtown Rockton businesses!Friday kicks off the main festivities with sled dogs, marshmallow roasting, a yeti hunt, and a Onesie Pub Crawl for those of you 21+! The fun continues all day on Saturday, and even includes a Hot Cocoa Crawl!If you want to win a free mug for the hot cocoa crawl - you gotta work for it 😉Check out how to win in the video below and stop in to Sugar Britches for your chance! Or you can buy your tickets for the crawl at Rockton Village Hall or with the eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-cocoa-crawl-at-the-5th-annual-rockton-yeti-fest-tickets-88520353761ARE YOU YETI?! For more info: https://rockfordbuzz.com/event/5th-annual-rockton-yeti-fest

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Too Much Fun To Fit In One Video (But We Tried Anyways)

Have you been to Rockford City Market's Indoor Market yet? If not, why? If you havent, though, they have so many awesome events going on all the time and some great permanent eateries like Ronit's Kitchen, Quixotic Bakery, and Crust & Crumbles!-Every first friday, they have an indoor market.-Every third friday, you can listen to live music and grab some delicious food from the food establishments listed above!-Every first and third saturdays, you can do yoga in this awesome building.-Every second wednesday, there is a themed trivia night.Those are just the recurring events! To check out all of their event listings, you can find them on Rockford Buzz: https://rockfordbuzz.com/place/rockford-city-marketOr check out their website: http://www.rockfordcitymarket.com/

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Weekend Roundup January 24-26!

Friday, January 24, 2020Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition @ Sinnissippi Park - view event7:00 am - 10:30 pmChinese New Year Sun Catchers @ RPL: Montague Branch - view event3:00 pm - 4:30 pmJourneyman Distillery Tasting @ Artale Wine Co. - view event4:00 pm - 7:00 pmNew Moon Sound Bath Meditation & Reiki @ The Calm Company - view event7:00 pm - 8:00 pmNate Bargatze: Good Problem To Have Tour @ Coronado PAC - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmDJ PETEY P @ District Bar and Grill - view event9:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, January 25, 2020Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition @ Sinnissippi Park - view event7:00 am - 10:30 pmParent University @ Lincoln Middle School - view event9:00 am - 1:00 pmRAM at RAM Market @ Rockford Art Museum - view event10:00 am - 4:00 pmSensory Friendly Snow Sisters Meet and Greet @ Once Upon a Dream - view event10:30 am - 12:30 pmGrand Opening @ Jamaica on the Grill - view event11:30 am - 10:00 pmChildren’s Storytime at Rock River Branch Library @ Midway Village Museum - view event1:00 pm - 2:00 pmRockford IceHogs Autism Awareness Night/LEGO Night @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmNational Ballet of Odessa Swan Lake @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pmPig Minds Brewing Comedy Night - view event8:00 pm - 11:00 pm2020 Women that ROCK Rockford @ Whiskey's Roadhouse - view event9:00 pmSunday, January 26, 2020Jazz Brunch w/ The Joel Baer Jazz Trio @ The Norwegian - view event12:00 pm - 2:00 pmGalaxy Wars @ Discovery Center Museum - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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ATTENTION LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS! This is YOUR event!

Hey local entrepreneurs! Are you involved in Winnebago Buy Local, want to be, or just want to learn tips and tricks for your business? The Winnebago Buy Local 2020 kick off is coming up on February 4th at Giovanni's. Best-selling author and Award-winning speaker, Jeff Goins, is the keynote speaker of the night! You don't want to miss it.If you don't have your tickets yet, make sure you grab them ASAP here: bit.ly/wblkickoff2020

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A University for Parents? (Say wuuuuuuut?!?!)

There's an awesome event for parents coming up at Abraham Lincoln Middle School this weekend - Parent University! There will be a bunch of free resources to collect like tax prep, life resources, health resources, government resources, and even more! This event is open to all parents in the Rockford region. Check out the video for more details!More info: https://www3.rps205.com/205VIBE/Pages/Parent-University-Jan-25.aspx

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Podcast Ep. 26 - Art & Accessibility (Feat. Carrie Johnson)

This week, Carrie Johnson of the Rockford Art Museum joined us to talk about her brand new job title and how things are going at the art museum. She's lovely to chat with and has a lot of great things coming for RAM! Make sure you stop in, check out the art, and say hello to Carrie!Hit play and come hang out with us. Coffee drinking is suggested.Check out Rockford Art MuseumRockford Buzz: https://rockfordbuzz.com/place/rockford-art-museumWebsite: https://rockfordartmuseum.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockfordart/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockfordartmuseum/Follow us on social mediaInstagram: @TheRockfordBuzzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/"Rockford Buzz" Apple and Android Mobile AppsFor audio only: https://podfollow.com/rockford-buzz-the-podcast/view

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Get On Stage at the Coronado (Literally!)

Have you ever wondered what the view of the Coronado Performing Arts Center is like from the stage? Now you have a chance to find out while listening to some awesome tunes! OnStage at the Coronado is a great Americana music series that provides you with a unique and intimate experience. Here are the upcoming dates:1/31: John Moreland2/28: Jim and SamFor tickets, you can call/visit the Box Office or head on over to their website: https://coronadopac.org/events/concerts

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Kicking Off 2020 With Some Rockin' Shows

Vincent Records is starting off 2020 by bringing two amazing shows to downtown Rockford. You don't want to miss them! January 23 - An Acoustic Evening with John Waite at The Nordlof CenterFebruary 9 - The Purple Madness - Tribute to Prince at Coronado Performing Arts CenterFor tickets: http://vincentrecords.com/shows/

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Weekend Roundup January 17-19!

Friday, January 17, 2020Music at the Market: An Evening with Kayla Seeber @ Rockford City Market - view event5:30 pm - 8:00 pmTechstars Startup Weekend Rockford January 2020 @ Thinker Ventures - view event6:00 pmMark Sturm Acoustic Performance @ Baci's Kitchen - view event6:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular @ Coronado PAC - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pmNoche Latina! @ The Office Niteclub - view event10:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, January 18, 2020Discovery Town exhibit opening: Keys to the City @ Discovery Center Museum - view event10:00 am - 5:00 pmStorytime with RPL @ Rockford Art Museum - view event10:00 am - 11:00 amYoga at the Market @ Rockford City Market - view event10:30 am - 11:30 am Tees and beanies for sale at Women’s March Saturday! - view event11:00 am - 3:00 pmTechstars Startup Weekend Rockford January 2020 @ Thinker Ventures - view event12:00 pmTarot Readings with David Skywatcher @ Wolf Hollow - view event12:00 pm - 4:00 pmWomen’s March Rockford 2020 @ Rockford City Market - view event12:00 pm - 2:00 pmNGAS Workshop - Javier Jimenez @ RPL: Hart Interim Branch - view event2:00 pm - 4:00 pmNicholas at Night: Rollin' Down the Tracks @ Nicholas Conservatory - view event5:30 pm - 7:30 pmThe Hope & Anchor Comedy Night - view event7:01 pm - 11:01 pmRockford Symphony Orchestra-Frankenstein & Mozart @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pmSunday, January 19, 2020Techstars Startup Weekend Rockford January 2020 @ Thinker Ventures - view event12:00 pmSnowshoe Hike: Hononegah Forest Preserve - view event1:00 pm - 3:00 pmAvalon String Quartet @ Mendelssohn PAC - view event3:00 pm - 5:00 pm15 Year Anniversary & Guest Appreciation Party @ Abreo Restaurant - view event5:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Color Purple (Touring) @ Coronado PAC - view event7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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Help Noah's Ark Build A New Vet Clinic!

Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary, Inc. Rockford IL is a fantastic resource for fur babies in the Rockford area - both stray babies and homed ones. They are building a brand new hospital in order to help more animals, but they also need help. Whether you can give monetarily, donate goods, or donate your time - they have a place for you and would appreciate the help. Check out the video below and get in touch with them!Rockford Buzz: https://rockfordbuzz.com/place/noah-s-ark-animal-sanctuaryWebsite: http://www.noahsarkanimals.org/Phone Number: (815) 962-2767Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noahs.ark.566/

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A Slice of Italy On State Street

Enjoy Anthony from DiTullio's Italian Market & Cafe and me chatting over how they got started and what inspired this wonderful slice of Italy coming to Rockford! He even made me a delicious latte for the occasion!

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Ep. 25 - Jake Trouble & Video Games

This week, it's just the two of us again. I'm very mad at Jake. Once the dust settles, we get around to chatting about why the heck phone games are so addictive, board games being awesome, Super Mario 3 being the best video game ever, and how Rockford is a great city for gamers!Shoutout: Lothan's Room Gaming, Open World Gaming, Top Cut Comics (Loves Park), Nickel World, 815Escape, and Cataclysm GamesFor the audio only version if you aren't yet subscribed on your streaming service of choice, find it here: https://podfollow.com/rockford-buzz-the-podcast/view

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Sometimes Fairy Tales DO Come True

Once Upon a Dream Performances and the "Royal Tea Room" is bringing fairy tales to life right here in Rockford. Now, they have a beautiful new space to host parties and turn any occasion into magic! They're located in the orginal Mendelssohn Performing Arts building at 415 N. Church Street. From birthday parties to bridal showers, let Katie and her team make your event magical! Favorite Once Upon A Dream on Rockford Buzz! : https://rockfordbuzz.com/place/once-upon-a-dream-performancesPhone: (815) 348-9583Website: https://www.onceuponadreamperformances.com/

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Wanting to Get Fit But Have Kids? No Time? Tight On $$? No Problem, This Couple Has You Covered.

Adrenaline Fitness is a new fitness studio in Loves Park. They focus on Group Training and have created an environment that eliminates all of the excuses to miss your workouts. They have no memberships - you pay per class, they offer free supervised childcare when you come for a class, and so much more. If you're looking to get in shape, make sure to check them out!

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Weekend Roundup January 10-12!

Friday, January 10, 2020317 Art Collective’s 1st Anniversary & FUN raiser! @ 317 Art Collective - view event6:00 pm - 11:00 pmFrosty Fridays: Public Skating @ Carlson Ice Arena - view event8:00 pm - 10:00 pm80s to 90s Dance Party @ The Office Niteclub - view event10:00 pm - 2:00 amSaturday, January 11, 2020Better Angels Documentary and Issue Fishbowl @ Nordlof Center - view event9:00 am - 12:00 pmSnowman Craft @ RPL: Rock River Branch - view event10:00 am & 11:30 amIntro to Cross Country Skiing @ Sinnissippi - view event10:00 am - 12:00 pmWinter Wellness Expo @ Indoor City Market - view event10:00 am - 2:00 pmSign making Party @ Womanspace - view event10:00 am - 2:00 pmOpening day! @ Axe Marks the Spot - view event11:00 am - 11:00 pmSnowshoe Hike: Atwood Center - view event1:00 pm - 3:00 pmMusic at the Dells: Kevin Gordon Live @ Severson Dells - view event1:00 pm - 4:00 pm3rd Annual Female Energy Show @ YouthBuild Rockford - view event1:00 pm - 6:00 pmJeff Dunham: Seriously @ BMO Harris Bank Center - view event5:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Detour Comedy Night - view event7:00 pm - 11:00 pmZack Fedor @ NMT Drink - view event7:00 pm - 10:00 pmSunday, January 12, 2020Pool Class: Safety and Rescue @ Boylan Swim Complex - view event3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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Lucha Expands Their Menu!

Lucha Cantina has expanded their weekend menu to include brunch! Do you love brunch? I love brunch. Saturdays from 10 am - 3 pm you can find the 10 new menu items at Lucha. Also - all of the breakfast items except for the breakfast burrito can be made vegan! How cool is that?!Stop in and show them some love!

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Put Your Old Christmas Tree To Good Use

The gift that keeps on giving - YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE! Do you still have a real Christmas tree up that you're looking to get rid of? Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful wants them! Drop off your undecorated REAL (& non-flocked) tree at one of their 13 drop-off sites and you can come back in a few days and pick up some free mulch for outdoor decorating! You have until the 15th of January! So there's some inspiration to get those Christmas decorations put away!You can find the donation sites here: http://knib.org/programs/christmas-tree-recycling/

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Ep. 24 - Intersectionality & Empathy (Feat. Mary & Skye of Women's March Rockford)

Today we have two very special guests in Mary and Skye of the Women's March Rockford. They stopped in to chat about the March, what it stands for, and how you can get involved. This was an excellent conversation, and we're excited to share it with you!Hit play and come hang out with us. Coffee drinking is suggested.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @TheRockfordBuzzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockfordBuzz/"Rockford Buzz" Apple and Android Mobile AppsFor audio-only listeners: https://podfollow.com/rockford-buzz-the-podcast/view

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Local Woman Organizes Art Show To Showcase Female Energy Through Art & Entrepreneurship

There's a super cool art show coming up THIS WEEKEND that you don't want to miss! January 11th from 1-6pm at the YouthBuild Rockford building, The 3rd annual Female Energy Show is coming to you! Come out and support the great local and regional women making a difference with their talents and passions. With around 25 visual artists and 25 vendors, there will be plenty to look at and love!

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