Full Video Collection For Rockford Buzz

You know warm weather is here (or at least close) when Anderson Japanese Gardens opens for the season! Tuesday Evenings in the Garden are back with 13 shows scheduled for the year. There's always something exciting going on at the garden. Follow them on social media to stay in the know.

Whether you're a history buff or looking for an engaging way to teach your children, World War One Days is the place to be. With battle reenactments, fun activities, and even suffragettes. There's so much to see on April 29th and 30th!

While it's not quite to the production quality of a Snicker's commercial, you get the gist. LOL

Join Chris and a whole crew of artists and musicians for a three day event! All day 4-20 and all Art Scene long you can catch live music, live art, sales, and more. Head to The Bubble Hive Downtown and say "high"!

Table games, music, and a great atmosphere. You'll think you've been transported to Vegas. Winnebago County CASA is hosting their 2nd annual CASA Royale on April 29th. Come out to Embassy Suites for an amazing evening that supports children who need advocates within the court system. Dress to nines and may Lady Luck be with you.

Every day is magical at the Coronado, but Mondays are even more magical!Join the Friends of the Coronado Foundation for the Coronado Performing Arts Center Sing Along Organ Concert to your favorite movie and broadway hits! Bring the whole family for the first concert on April 17th from 12pm-1pm.

If you and your family love movies, then mark your calendars for April 22nd! Our Savior's Lutheran Church is hosting a FREE Earth Day Film Festival. Featuring everything from sci-fi classics, to kids movies, to documentaries. There's something for everyone. Follow the link to their facebook event to find the full list of 24 films.https://www.facebook.com/events/163501049872503

Whether you love live music, arcades, local beers, or great food. Stockyard Rock Burger Bar has it all. Located in North Towne Mall, Ginger and his crew are bringing entertainment with a local flare to West Riverside.

It's Earth Month! Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful celebrates Earth month all year long, but in April there's some special events happening. If you can't make them, you can still help keep our planet clean by volunteering or organizing your own neighborhood cleanup!

Rockford Buzz got never-before access to the Easter Bunny to see what his routine is for Easter prep. He has a lot of eggs to hide tonight, so mental and physical readiness is important. Enjoy this exclusive access and Happy Easter!

Meet Ryan at Smiley's Vintage. What started as a side hustle has now led to two years as a storefront in downtown Rockford.

Have your medieval moment drinking from a chalice at Vintage 501.*Crown not included, but feel free to bring your own.

Join Jake at Historic Auto Attractions for an unbelievably good time! They are officially open for the 2023 season.

Exclusive menu unveiling at The Pomodoro!

It's sushi! It's a burrito! It's a sushi burrito! This video will be sure to have you drooling by the end. (assuming you like sushi) Take a trip downtown to Omakase and experience it yourself!

Enjoy live music at Rockford's coolest outdoor stage! Severson Dells Nature Center has teamed up with Meridian Music Shed to bring a whole list of shows. They've got three on the calendar with a whole lot more to come!

If you're passionate for our environment and sustainable living, Sustain Rockford needs your help. They're focusing on long-term sustainability movements here in the 815. They have two projects they're currently focusing on, but they also want to hear from you! What do you think should be the focus in Rockford around sustainability?

It's just raining excitement at Rockford Buzz. So for the second (and last) announcement, Jake is back. And this time he's in a spinny chair.

We hit a big milestone! We're super excited and just wanted to say THANK YOU! for making it possible!

The Rock River Raft Race NFP board proudly announces the return of an area favorite: The annual Rock River Anything That Floats race and a date for the 2023 raft race: August 20, 2023. Each year, more than 50 homemade rafts float down the heart of Rockford from the Auburn Street bridge to Prairie Street Brewing Company for an afternoon of fun, resulting in significant donations raised to benefit local organizations. Event details for the fifth annual Rock River Anything That Floats Race (RRATFR) returning to the Rockford region Sunday, August 20, 2023 (rain date is Sunday, August 27) from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. can be found at the website: rraftr.com. The organizing board leads the race with the help of many individuals in the community, volunteers and sponsors.The RRATFR has helped to raise donations to support local efforts for the Fourth of July celebration, Rockford Ski Broncs, Rock River Trail Initiative and other area non-profits and charities. In the four previous years, the event was widely attended and collectively generated $20,000+ in proceeds to benefit these charities. New to this year’s race is the “Release the Quackin’” where participants can launch a rubber duck toward a target in the middle of the Rock River for a chance to win prizes.Also announced were plans to keep the hulled and DIY raft categories with first, second, and third prizes for speed as well as one People’s Choice and ‘Frank Schier Design and Creativity’ Judges’ Choice awards to determine the most creative designs. Local area businesses, clubs, students and other groups of individuals are encouraged to sign up and take advantage of this fun team-building experience.Participants can begin registering for the 2023 race on the website at www.rratfr.com. The registration deadline is August 14, 2023. The entry fee for rafts (with hulls or without hulls) is $100 per team (up to 10 crew members). Race day schedule of events includes: 10:00 a.m.: Check-in starts (all categories) 12:00 p.m.: Race begins at the Auburn Street bridge 12:00 p.m.--3:00 p.m.: Release the Quackin’ on the dock at Prairie Street Brewing Company 4:00 p.m.: Awards ceremony at Prairie Street Brewhouse 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: After-party at Prairie Street Brewing Company featuring local band Dirty Fishnet Stockings“We’re excited to bring back the annual tradition of the Raft Race to the city. The community has embraced the event which now, in its fifth year, has become another annual event to bring people to downtown Rockford and enjoy the riverfront,” said Amy McIntyre. “One of Rockford’s greatest assets is the river, and we are grateful to be a part of highlighting it.”The racecourse is 1.65 miles in length and ends in a grand finish at Prairie Street Brewhouse. The scenic course offers a variety of viewing options for the thousands of spectators who will attend: Auburn Street Bridge, the Whitman Street Bridge, and along the Rock River Recreation Path.It takes many, many volunteers to put on an event like the Rock River Anything That Floats Race. The board is looking for people interested in numerous roles to make this event a success, from planning in advance, to assisting with rafts entering the water and helping clean up the riverfront. Come be part of the crew! Visit the “VOLUNTEER” tab at www.rratfr.com to sign up and help.The board is also looking for corporate partners to help support this event. If you are interested in being part of this great community event as it grows, contact info@rratfr.com for more information. About The RaceInitially launched in 1976 (U.S. Bicentennial) as a US. vs. Brits race, after two years with only two teams, it was opened to the public. More than just an homage to the incredibly popular raft races of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s - the all-new Rock River Anything That Floats Race will be a brand new tradition for generations of Rockfordians to love and experience. Additional event details can be found at www.rratfr.com. 

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Celebrate today, and every day, with Womanspace of Rockford, Illinois.

PHATEEZ is Rockford's newest apparel company. Want to win your own? Head to our facebook page for details!

Join Jake as he hops around the Vintage Shop Hop! We have a ton of local businesses participating. So go ahead, hop around!

Every month is Black History Month at Jackson Charter School.

On Saturday, February 25th from 11 – 6pm, five independent bookstores in Rockford will be hosting a collaborative book crawl. Visit each store for sales, raffles, and giveaways. Support your local indie bookstore day by visiting the following stores:The Book Stall - 1032 Crosby St, Rockford, IL 61107Drewelow’s House of Books - 2233 Charles St # C, Rockford, IL 61104Katie’s Cup - 502 7th St, Rockford, IL 61104Maze Books – 117 S. 3rd St., Rockford, IL 61104Toad Hall Books and Records - 2106 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104

Audition for your time in the spotlight at RVC Starlight Theatre! And join them for a good laugh with a trip through the complete works of Shakespeare.

Ready for a new gym experience? Check out Midtown Fitness.

Black History Month is about celebrating important black figures and their moments in history, and today we talk about one of the founders of Rockford Illinois; Lewis Lemon.

The Hub is opening on Valentine's Day! Check out Rockford's newest art gallery in Midtown.

Real Beautiful You, LLC is a space to feel authentically you. With a wide breadth of services, discover yourself in a safe and uplifting environment.

Say hello to MPOWR, Rockford's newest co-working space that opened last month! Enjoy beautiful downtown views while working in a private or public environment.

Sock Monkey Madness is back at Midway Village Museum!

Join The West Side Show Room for "Hir". Somewhere in the suburbs, Isaac has returned from the war and every expectation he had for a normal homecoming is turned upside down.

You are busy, so why make self-care another errand? Nikk Nails offers in-home luxury pedicures that you can schedule at your convenience!

Attention brides to be! 🚨 Hi Beautiful is hosting their Galentine's Day event ONE week from today! Three lucky brides will win 50% off the ENTIRE store. So visit Emily, have some champagne, relax, and take it all in during her 2-hour event. 👰‍♀️

These aren't your ordinary funnel cakes. From sweet to savory, this power couple has every variety of funnel cake you could think of. They even have Breakfast, Chicken & Funnel Cake, and a Funnel Cake & Gravy recipes. Head down to 201 West State Street and check them out!

Discovery Center Museum is bringing Fun for Everyone! An inclusive way to enjoy the museum.

Riko is using his love of photography and Rockford to show us our community from a different perspective. His photos are not only beautiful, but he captures the energy that comes from the early hours of the day. Follow him on Instagram for more of his work.https://www.instagram.com/pinoyfiasco

Savvy Event Co. brings you Galentine's Day 2023! Grab your girlfriends and enjoy celebrating with each other.

Love the views at Anderson Japanese Gardens? Love the coffee from Meg's Daily Grind? Enjoy this perfect match!

The Soar Awards are coming to the Coronado! Check out this inspirational event.

Meet the new music director for the Rockford Symphony Orchestra! Over 200 conductors applied and only 1 was chosen. The new director will build upon the legacy left by Steve Larsen, who led the symphony for over 3 decades. Rockford is so excited to have such a wonderful and talented person come to our city to lead one of our cultural treasures.

Puppy Social Hour is happening at Meyer's Tails Up Farm!Meet new friends and learn social skillsSupervised, indoor playAge appropriate play groupsLet your puppy play on Saturdays through March 25!Head to their page for all the details.

Midtown District is ready for it's renaissance! Check out all the local businesses and more.

New Year, New Dog! (and cat ) Jane at The Canine Crunchery, Inc. has a BUNCH of stuff for the physical, and mental, wellness of your pet.

Curtis opened CTEC Shack with the goal of helping DIYers with their tech needs. He carries everything from TV antennas, to 3D Printers, to drones, and tools. He also has a wide collection of books from local authors. It's impossible to list all of the cool stuff he carries. You're just gonna have to go check it out for yourself!

Lewis Tucker and his wife started building the Arise Prayer App based on their experiences at work. They saw a gap between those suffering with anxiety and depression and the time it can take to see a counselor or therapist. So they built an app to help connect those within a support community and to help people find support communities if they don't have one. To learn more, you can head to www.ariseprayer.com

Rockford! The RAAC is looking for YOUR nominations for the 2023 Rockford Area Arts Awards! Any art or performance in 2022 can be nominated. Head to the RAAC website and social pages for all the details.