June 2011 Local Freeport Events Page
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FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
JUNE 20 THRU JUNE 26, 2011
June 20-23, HIGHLAND COLLEGE SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP. Main Gym, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. Boys: 9 am to Noon; Girls: 1 pm to 4 pm. Camp for boys 5th to 8th grade from 9 am to Noon and camp for girls 5th to 8th grade from 1 pm to 4 pm. $65. (815-599-3465)
June 20-23, HIGHLAND COLLEGE SUMMER SOFTBALL CAMP. Softball Diamond, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. 9 am to 11 am. Camp for 3rd and 4th grade. $50. (815-599-3465)
June 20-July 4, A SHORTCUT TO THE OUTDOORS EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 7 pm. Explore the full array of camping and recreational opportunities Stephenson County has to offer. There will be displays and information on local campgrounds, golf courses, fishing areas, trails, and much more. Come and find all the information you need to make your short-cut to the outdoors possible! (815-233-1357)
June 21-July 9, MINI MASTERPIECES EXHIBITION. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. Sixty five artists from across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin have submitted at least one art work for participation in this show. The work must measure six by six inches. The resulting artwork surprises and delights as the artistic talent and variety of mediums is showcased. Watercolor, pen and ink, charcoal, acrylic, oil as well as 3-dimensional pieces such as metal work and birdhouses are featured. All art work will be on sale, starting at $25. (815-235-9755)
June 22-August 10, WEDNESDAY MORNING MOVIE SERIES. Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport. 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Enjoy a $1 movie (all with a G or PG rating) every Wednesday morning. Come early to meet your favorite characters and join the fun and games before the movie begins. Reservations are accepted for groups of 15 or more at a special group rate of $4.50 per person which includes admission, child-size popcorn, soft drink, candy and reserved seating. Movie Schedule: June 22: Shrek Forever After - Rumpelstiltskin tricks a mid-life crisis burdened Shrek into allowing himself to be erased from existence and cast in a dark alternate timeline where Rumpel rules supreme; June 29: Yogi Bear - A documentary filmmaker travels to Jellystone Park to shoot a project and soon crosses paths with Yogi Bear, his sidekick Boo-Boo, and Ranger Smith; July 6: Alpha & Omega - Two young wolves at opposite ends of their pack's social order are thrown together into a foreign land and need each other to return home, but love complicates everything; July 13: Nanny McPhee Returns - Nanny McPhee arrives to help a harried young mother who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war, though she uses her magic to teach the woman's children and their two spoiled cousins five new lessons; July 20: Despicable Me - When a criminal mastermind uses a trio of orphan girls as pawns for a grand scheme, he finds their love is profoundly changing him for the better; July 27: Megamind - The supervillain Megamind finally conquers his nemesis, the hero Metro Man, but finds his life pointless without a hero to fight; August 3: Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore - The ongoing war between the canine and feline species is put on hold when they join forces to thwart a rogue cat spy with her own sinister plans for conquest; August 10: Surprise Movie - To Be Announced. $1. (815-233-0413)
June 22-October 2, QUILTS OF STEPHENSON COUNTY. Stephenson County Historical Society Museum, 1440 S. Carroll Avenue, Freeport. Wednesday thru Sunday: Noon to 4 pm. As part of the Northern Illinois Quilt Fest, over twenty vintage quilts will be on display at the museum. The quilts were made during the period from 1840 to 1915 and will be displayed in various locations around the Oscar Taylor Home, an 1857 Italianate Victorian mansion. The collection of quilts may be seen as part of a regular tour of the museum. Historical Society Members: Free. Non-Members: Adults: $4; Children 6 to 12: $2. (815-232-8419)
June 23, CASTRO LINCOLN SCULPTURE OPEN HOUSE. Fieldstone Inn, 1121 W. Empire Street, Freeport. 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Ramon "Jay" Castro presents his Abraham Lincoln sculpture Burial Duty at this Open House. There will be a short program about the work at 6:30 pm. (815-235-8100)
June 24, LUNCH AND LEARN. Freeport Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, 900 S. Kiwanis Drive, Freeport. 1:30 pm. The public is invited to enjoy a free lunch and special speaker, Dr. Hinds from FHN, who will speak on the topic of osteoporosis and its prevention and treatment. (815-235-6196)
June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES. Cedarville Historical Museum, 450 W. Second Street, Cedarville. Dusk. Free showings of classic movies from 1930 to 1960. Popcorn, candy, and soft drinks at $.50 each. Indoor showing in case of rain. (815-563-4485)
June 25, STEPHENSON COUNTY AG BREAKFAST. Stephenson County Fairgrounds, 2250 S. Walnut, Freeport. 6 am to 10 am. A farm breakfast showcasing Stephenson County agriculture producers with a menu of orange juice, coffee cake, scrambled eggs, whole hog sausage, beef bacon, cheese, milk, coffee and ice cream. Additional activities include entertainment, a petting zoo, craft show, games and more as we salute and share the story of Stephenson County agriculture. Adults: $4; Children 5 and Under: Free. (815-864-2561)
June 25, LENA FARMERS MARKET. 100 W. Main, Lena, 8 am to 11 am. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, locally made food, locayy grown plants, and firewood. (815-235-4125)
June 25, FHN'S PRETZEL CITY FESTIVAL. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport. 8 am to 11 pm. FHN’s Pretzel City Festival, sponsored by FHN, Freeport Park District, and Pretzel City USA, offers great food, family fun, games, shopping and entertainment. A free showing of "How to Train Your Dragon" will be projected on a 30 foot outdoor screen at dusk. (877-6000-FHN)
June 25, CEDARVILLE SUMMER CELEBRATION. 430 W. Washington Street, Cedarville. 4 pm to 8 pm. Celebrate the summer with free hot dogs, chips, and pop (served from 5 pm to 8 pm) plus enjoy a cake walk, craft show, bingo and fireworks at dusk. (815-563-4302)
June 25-26, SKATE STATION SUPERHERO LOCK-IN. Skate Station, 7016 U.S. 20 West, Lena. Saturday: 9 pm to Sunday: 6 am. Kids ages 10 and older can enjoy this fun event. Admission includes quad skates, breakfast, unlimited pizza from 1 am to 2 am, games and prizes. In Advance by June 21: $15; At the Door: $18. (815-232-7344)
June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, MUSIC UNDER THE STARS. Koenig Theater, Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport. 7:30 pm. Freeport Concert Band performs. (815-235-1417)
View the entire Freeport/Stephenson County Calendar of Events at
www.stephenson-county-il.org
Stephenson County Cake Decorating and Candy-Making Contest
The Stephenson County 4-H Cake Decorating, Decorated Cookies & Cupcakes, and Candy-Making Contest will be on Friday, June 24th at 9:00 a.m. at the Stephenson County Extension Office in Bldg R, South Lobby. There will be three areas of experience for 4-H members to compete in, so be sure to stop by and see the show! If you have any questions in regards to this or any other upcoming 4-H event, please contact the Extension Office at 815-235-4125.
Kids in the Garden Program Offered
Join the Master Gardeners of Stephenson County for an adventure in learning and growing on Friday Mornings in Krape Park. Kids in the Garden will be held on Friday July 8, 22, 29, and August 5. This fourty-five minute long program will be held from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the Krape Park Cottage (near the boat dock). Kids in the Garden is geared toward elementary age kids. The program will introduce kids to the concept of gardening and provide them with a hands on learning experience. Youth will have the opportunity to create a unique indoor container garden to take home with them, dissect plants, learn about insects and much more. The program will be led by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Staff from the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County. There is no charge for this program but preregistration is required by calling the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County at 815-235-4125 or on line at
www.extension.illinois.edu/stephenson.
Chamber of Commerce Events:
For the week of Monday, June 13 – Friday, June 17
Tuesday, June 14
Executive Board Meeting, Chamber Office, Conference Room #1, 7:30 am
Wednesday, June 15
HR Luncheon “The Affordable Care Act and what it means for Illinoisans”, Four Seasons Banquet Hall, 1100 W. Galena, 11:30 am
Thursday, June 16
Business after Hours, Oakley Courts Assisted Living, 3117 W. Kunkle Blvd, 5 pm – 7 pm
The YMCA offers a very large variety of classes for not only YMCA members but also all non-YMCA members of our community. We have classes to suit any ability or fitness level, whether you are just beginning or have been working out for many years. Our trained, compassionate teachers will help you attain your fitness goals. You’ll meet new friends, have fun and feel better than you have in a long time. Classes are offered at all different times of the day to accommodate your schedule.
We are currently accepting registrations for our Summer Session of Classes that begin June 20 and go through August 13. Cost is $12/class for the 8 week session for Y members and $24/class for 8 weeks for non-Y members. Registrations prices go up after June 15, so hurry to get the best value for your money. Contact the YMCA at 815-235-9622 or freeportymca.org for more information.
The deadline for contestants for the 2011 Stephenson County Fair Queen and Little Miss pageants is this Sunday, June 12. Eligibility requirements, rules and applications are available at
www.stephensoncofair.com. There will be a rehearsal Sunday, June 12 at 3pm at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau in Freeport. For more information, please contact pageant director Pennie Miller at 815-291-9051.
The Freeport Church of the Brethren Youth will hold their annual Basement/Bake Sale on Saturday, June 11, 8 AM - 2 PM. Free coffee will be served.
Items for sale include pies, cookies, bread, jam, strawberries, jewelry, plants, foosball table, Corelle dinnerware, linen napkins, aprons, Oster mixer, business phone systems, corner entertainment center, linens, housewares, dry erase board, drop cords, kitchen table, Cadet Sr. Scout vest, boom box, games, costumes, wood accent tables, bookcase, desk, and dresser. Clothes are $1/bag after 12:00.
A choice of BBQ or hot dog lunch will be available.
The youth are still accepting donations of good, used items. Please call the church at 815-232-1938 to make arrangements for a time to drop off contributions or schedule pick-up of larger items.
The church is located at 777 W. Pleasant Str. (at the corner of S. West Ave.) with handicap parking and chair lift at the Pleasant Street entrance. Everyone else may enter from the parking lot on the south side of the church.
Northwest Illinois Writing Conference to be held in Stockton
The first annual Northwest Illinois Writing Conference will be held on Saturday, June 18th at the Stockton Library from 1-4:30 p.m.
Lyle Ernst will be one of two featured speakers. His topic will be, "Writing from everyday life." The subject will include tips for developing your writing; how to form beginnings and endings; proofreading and self-editing; and active voice versus passive voice.
Ernst is an editor and freelance writer from Davenport, Iowa. As a journalist, he’s written for several newspapers in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois. Along with contributing essays for several books, he’s also written articles for numerous magazines including Our Iowa. He’s the resident editor for Visionary Publishing, a company who provides editing and publicity services for both self-published and traditionally published writers. He’s helped writers improve their work and get their writing ready for the submission process.
Kim Sigafus of Warren will be speaking on the ins and outs of traditional publishing versus self-publishing. Having gone both directions, she’s a wealth of information including the pros and cons of each publishing route. She’ll be there to answer questions, and guide writers in the right direction for their work.
Sigafus is an award-winning freelance writer and photographer, originally from Minnesota. She’s written several books, and is currently working on an eight-book fiction series with Ernst. Their book, “The Life and Times of the Ojibwa People” was released in January.
“We look forward to having the conference in Stockton,” says Sigafus. “I’ve met a lot of writers in this area in the last year, and it will be fun to gather them all together for an enjoyable writing day.”
Participants will be encouraged to bring their work to share during small group time. In addition, a fun group writing exercise is scheduled.
The cost for the conference is $35. Pre-registration is required. High school and college students are also encouraged to attend. You can have a registration form sent to you by e-mailing qsouls@hotmail.com, or calling (608) 330-3463. The deadline to register is Friday, June 17th.
Give the Gift of Life at FHN Blood Drive
FREEPORT, Ill., June 7, 2011 — As summer activities ramp up and people become busier, the need for blood doesn’t decrease. The Rock River Valley Blood Center must collect more than 1,000 units of blood each week to meet the needs of the eight hospitals it serves, including FHN and all three Rockford hospitals.
You can help fill the need. FHN and the Rock River Valley Blood Center are holding a day-long blood drive at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport on Monday, June 20.
The drive will run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Globe and Deaconess rooms on the hospital’s lower level, and is open to the public. Appointments are encouraged; please call 815-599-6214 for more information or to set up an appointment to donate. Walk-ins will be accepted as well.
“Rock River Valley Blood Center supplies all of the blood and blood products for our patients,” said Judith Otte, senior blood bank technologist at FHN and one of the organizers of the event. “Having a blood drive at the hospital makes it easy for FHN staff members to donate, and it’s a nice central location for the public to donate, too.”
Anyone in good health, at least 17 years old (or 16 years old with parental consent) and at least 100 pounds can donate blood every 56 days. Donors should bring a photo ID and have plenty to eat and drink the day they plan to donate.
For more information on donating blood, visit the Rock River Valley Blood Center’s Web site at www.rrvbc.org. For more information on the June 20 blood drive, visit www.fhn.org.
DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR STEPHENSON COUNTY FAIR!
Advance tickets for this year Stephenson County Fair go on sale Monday, June 13 at the Fair Office.
We are still accepting rhubarb for next year’s Summer Rhubarb wine! Call us for details.
Summer Hours start Memorial Day:
Open Daily 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Cookouts will be on Saturdays this year. Our first Cookout is Saturday, June 4th. Enjoy grilled burgers and chicken while listening to Bobbie Edler play classic songs on her accordion. Tickets are $12.95 and include the meal and entertainment. Advance tickets only.
Watch your e-mails and our website for upcoming cookouts and events for the summer.
Have a great Memorial Day!
Ken & Pam Rosmann
Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery
395 W. Cedarville Rd.
Freeport, IL 61032
815-563-4665
Freeport Park District Summer Events:
Aqua Zumba
Need to escape the scorching temps this summer and get fit at the same time? Jump in the pool and dance away the calories at Aqua Zumba. This hour-long group-fitness class follows the traditional Zumba format of Latin moves done to upbeat, shimmy-inducing tunes all performed in the pool. The first session is June 8- July 1, and the second session will be July 20 – August 12 on Wednesdays & Fridays, 8:00-9:00am at the Read Park Aquatic Center. Register by June 1 for first session and July 13 for Session II. Fees are $55 for residents, $60 for non-residents. Call 815-235-6114 to register with credit card over the phone, or stop by the Freeport Park Office at 1122 S Burchard. You may also visit our website at www.freeportparkdistrict.org
Tai Chi
Tai Chi Chuan is a gentle form of exercise and relaxation and can help balance stress, physical aches and pains and keep your system strong. Classes held on Monday, June 27 thru August 22 at 7:00-8:15pm OR Tues/Thursdays (sign up for both Tues AND Thurs, or your choice of one of the days), June 21/23 thru August 9/11 at 9:00-10:15am. (no classes July 4) Tai Chi is held at the Krape Park Community Building. Fees are $40 resident, $45 non-resident. Please register by June 17. For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109. To register, come to the Park District Office in at 1122 S. Burchard, or call 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone with Master card, Visa or Discover or visit our website at www.freeportparkdistrict.org
:Youth Tennis Lessons
This class for youth ages 4 – 10 yrs provides a solid foundation to maximize skill improvement and enjoyment. Instruction includes hand-eye-coordination, racket skills, and stroke production, with emphasis on ground strokes, serves, returns and volleys. Court position, scoring and singles and doubles are introduced. Lessons held on Mon & Wed , June 13 to June 29 at 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the Read Park Tennis Courts. Please register by June 8 by calling the Freeport Park District at 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Discover, Visa or MasterCard) or visit the Read Park office. Registrations may also be made by visiting our website at www.freeportparkdistrict.org. Fee is
R/NR $40/45. For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109 or for schedule details.
:A variety of swim lessons offered at Read Park Aquatic Center
The Freeport Park District offers a variety of swim lessons at the Read Park Pool, from June 13 – to June 24, Mondays through Fridays.
Parent-Tot Swim Lessons for parents and tots ages 4 and under (Parents and Tots)
Guard Start for swimmers ages 11-14 yrs of age. Training develops knowledge, attitudes and skills needed to succeed in lifeguard training. (Ages 11-14 yrs)
Beginning Diving Lessons for good swimmers who are comfortable in deep water (ages 8 – 16 yrs)
Adult Swim Lessons designed for the non-swimmer (Adults)
Two 45 minute lessons times will be offered: 10:00 – 10:45am; and 5:15 – 6:00pm.
Register by June 10, by calling the Freeport Park District at 815/235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Visa, Discover or MasterCard) or stop by the Freeport Park District office, 1122 S. Burchard. Resident fees are $40 residents, $44 non-residents. Registrations may also be made online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org
Swimming Lessons offered
The Freeport Park District offers the American Red Cross learn-to-swim curriculum at the Read Park Pool, from June 13 – to June 24, Mondays through Fridays. Six comprehensive course levels teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely. Two 45 minute lesson times will be offered: 10:00 – 10:45am and 5:15 – 6:00pm.
The Six Levels include:
Level I – Introduction to Water Skills
Level II - Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Level III – Stroke Development
Level IV – Stroke Improvement
Level V – Stroke Refinement
Level VI – Swimming and Skill Proficiency
Pre-requisite for each level is the successful demonstration of skills from the preceding level, except for Level I which has no pre-requisite. Age requirement is 5 to 16 years of age. Register by June 10, by calling the Freeport Park District at 815/235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Visa, Discover or MasterCard) or stop by the Freeport Park District office, 1122 S. Burchard. Resident fees are $40 residents, $44 non-residents. Registrations may also be made online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org or at the pool by the registration deadline. For more information, call Ron Schneider at 815-235-6114 ext 105
Martial Arts Classes :
Freeport Park District offers Kahjok, Shaolin Kempo, Little Ninjas & Tae Kwon Do classes at the Read Park Pavilion.
Kahjok Tae Kwon Do, July 11 - August 31, Ages 7+
Register by July 8, R/NR $50/55
Shaolin Kempo, June 28 – August 16. Ages 7+
Register by June 24. R/NR $50/55
Little Ninjas, June 30 – August 18. Ages 3-6 yrs
Register by June 24. R/NR $50/55
Tae Kwon Do, June 30 – August 18. Ages 7+
Register by June 24. R/NR $50/55
Registrations may be made by using your Master Card, Discover or Visa and calling (815) 235-6114, ext 0, or by stopping by the Freeport Park District office at 1122 S. Burchard. Registrations may also be made at our website, www.freeportparkdistrict.org.
:Canoe Trips
Saturday, July 2, 9:00am-4:00 pm enjoy a day on the Pecatonica River with The Freeport Park District and Paddle and Trail Ltd of Loves Park. Meet at Damascus Landing where Paddle and Trail will be on site with all the necessary equipment. Paddle and Trail will transport you to the launch site in Lena. You will canoe the Pecatonica River back to Damascus Landing. For more information, call the Freeport Park District at 815/235-6114 ext 115 or, stop by the Read Park Office, 1122 S Burchard Av. Or visit us online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org
Bumper Bowling
Freeport Park District offers Bumper Bowling at 4-SEASONS Thursdays, July 7 – July 28, 4:30-5:30pm. This is in a fun, social and noncompetitive environment. Bumpers mean no gutter balls. Ages 5-10. Registration is required by June 30th and may be made by calling (815) 235-6114, ext 0. Fees are $20 for park district residents and $224 for non-residents.
Stephenson County 4-H Flower Arranging
We invite you to attend the Stephenson County 4-H Flower Arranging Contest on Thursday, June 23 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Highland Community College Campus in building R. This event will showcase our 4-Her’s flower arranging abilities in the areas of dried and fresh flowers, as well as a themed centerpiece. If you have any questions in regards to this or any other upcoming 4-H event, please contact the Extension Office at 815-235-4125.
FREE ON-GROUNDS ENTERTAINMENT
AT STEPHENSON COUNTY FAIR
The Stephenson County Fair has announced their Free On-Grounds Entertainment for the 2011 Fair.
This year's fair is July 12 – 17 at the fairgrounds in Freeport.
Upon arrival at the fairgrounds, there are many free events and activities to entertain both the young and old alike.
Out of My Tree Chainsaw Artist will offer many carving shows throughout the week of the fair, carving animals, birds and a variety of items that will be auctioned off at the end of the week.
Magic Mike will also be appearing all week at the Stephenson County Fair. When Magic Mike appears, don't expect just another magic show. You'll enjoy comedy, you'll gasp in amazement at the impossible made possible.....it's top notch professional entertainment with plenty of audience involvement. Magic Mike will perform numerous shows daily throughout the week.
And don't miss Wambold's Amazing Animals! From horses to dogs to ponies, camels, llamas, tigers, lions and elephants....each 30 minute show is both entertaining and educational. And the Wambold's K-92 Revue is always the children's favorite. Quite the combination of comedy and perfection, watch as dogs of your favorite breeds perform comedy and daring tricks. The Wambolds also provide a walk-thru camel and llama exhibit. The Wambold's Amazing Animals will also be performing daily shows.
Equipped with a stage, 250 chairs, and a generous number of tables, the Rest and Entertainment Tent is a wonderful spot to take a break and enjoy a multitude of free activities each day beginning around noon and continuing until approximately 10:00 pm.
And Don't miss the Farm Fun Zone for fun and education, located across from the Chicken Shack. Each day offers a theme, and there will be unique activities, promotions, and door prizes – so be sure to visit the Farm Fun Zone frequently throughout the week of the fair! One of the highlights will be the assortment of animals including a calf, sheep, goats, rabbits, pigs and the ever-popular baby chicks hatching during the fair.
Discount Season Passes, Grandstand Packages, and Discounted Ride Wristbands are available at the fair office until July 9.
For a complete listing of all the activities at this year's Stephenson County Fair, visit www.stephensoncofair.com or call 815-235-2918.
University of Illinois Extension Will Offer Jr. Master Gardener Teacher Institute This June
U of I Extension offices in Stephenson and Winnebago counties will partner to offer a hands-on training institute for teachers interested in incorporating the U of I Extension Jr. Master Gardener program in their classrooms or interested in incorporating horticulture education into their classroom this 2011/2012 school year. The cost to participate is $100.00 per person and includes 18 CPDU’s, the teacher/leader guide, the student handbook, and supplemental materials.
The Jr. Master Gardener program offers horticultural and environmental science education for youth in grades 1-5. The University of Illinois Extension will provide instruction and hands-on training. This program offers a vast array of curriculum that can be incorporated into the classroom. The hands on training offers step by step instruction on several make and take projects and cover topics such as: soil and water, plant growth and development, ecology, environmental horticulture, insects, diseases, landscape horticulture, fruits, nuts, vegetables and herbs.
The training will take place from 9 am to 2 pm beginning Monday, June 27 through Thursday, June 30. Two training days will be in Winnebago County and two will be in Stephenson County. The training institute also includes tours of the Midway Village heritage gardens, the Oakdale Nature Preserve, and butterfly and herb gardens located at Klehm Arboretum.
Registration is limited. To register online www.extension.illinois.edu/stephenson or call the U of I Extension-Stephenson County at 815-235-4125.
FHN’s Pretzel City Festival Bringing Movies to the Parks This June
FREEPORT, Ill., — This year, the organizers of FHN’s Pretzel City Festival are spreading the fun around with a series of free movies in different Freeport parks on Saturdays in June.
“We wanted to stretch out the fun in two ways – time and space,” said organizer Zac Smit. “So we are going to feature three movies shown on huge 30-foot outdoor screens at three different Freeport parks over three Saturdays! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and have a family movie night under the stars.”
The fun begins Saturday, June 11 with a showing of Madagascar (PG) at dusk in Taylor Park, 900 E. Stephenson Street in Freeport. Get there early, because there will be entertainment before the show!
Join us at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 18 at Read Park, 1200 Park Lane Drive in Freeport, for a showing of the classic E.T. (PG). Before the movie, we’ll feature a tumbling exhibition from Pierce Athletics and the music of Dave Rudolph’s Beach Party.
Our final outdoor movie will cap off a full day of fun at FHN’s Pretzel City Festival in Freeport’s Krape Park on Saturday, June 25. The day will feature great food, family fun, games, shopping and entertainment, and make sure you stick around at Krape Park for a free dusk showing of How to Train Your Dragon (PG)!
FHN’s Pretzel City Festival – and all of this year’s movies in the parks – are sponsored by FHN, Freeport Park District and Pretzel City USA. For more information, including a full festival lineup, visit www.fhn.org.
Red Bird Country to perform at the Lena Farmers Market
Join us for a Saturday morning of local food and local entertainment at the Lena Farmers Market. Red Bird Country will be performing at the Lena Farmers Market on Saturday, June 18, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Red Bird Country plays a variety of country music.
The Lena Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the downtown Lena parking lot. The Lena Farmers Market is in its fourth season and happy to be offering a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, plants, and farm fresh eggs. For more information about the Lena Farmers Market call the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County at (815) 235-4125.
A limited number of commercial exhibitor spaces still remain for this year's Stephenson County Fair, July 12 - 17, 2011 in Freeport. Inside spaces are $175 for the week, with new exhibitors being offered a discounted rate of $125. Remaining spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. For information or to reserve a space, please contact Lee Runte at 815-275-2837.
The “First Annual” stand down and picnic that the VAC and the local IDVA office are hosting on 06-04-11 at Krape Park.
Freeport, Illinois – The first Northwest Illinois Stand Down and Picnic for area veterans and their
families will be held June 4, 2011. This free event will be held at the band shell at Krape Park,
Freeport and is scheduled to start at 12:00pm and conclude at 4:00pm.
The American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Chapter is offering a Water Safety Instructor Training Class from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, June 3 and from 8 a.m. to noon June 6-10, 2011, at the Read Park Pool in Freeport.
The course certifies lay people to become a swimming teacher for sites such as the YMCA or the Park District, for example. Basically, the class teaches people how to teach others to swim.
For more information or to register call (815) 233-0011. Class size is limited to 10. Cost is $110 per student payable at registration. Class participants must be at least 15 years old. Each segment taught must be taken to get certification.
FREEPORT, Illinois –The Freeport Art Museum is offering fun and innovative ways to experience art this summer for the beginning
or the seasoned artist. Workshops will be taught on site at the Freeport Art Museum and off site at Krape Park by professional
artists Maureen Gasek and Janet Checker. The workshops are being held on June 4th and 11th and July 9th and 10th. For more
information on how to register for classes call (815) 235-9755
Youth Tennis Lessons
This class for youth ages 4 – 10 yrs provides a solid foundation to maximize skill improvement and enjoyment. Instruction includes hand-eye-coordination, racket skills, and stroke production, with emphasis on ground strokes, serves, returns and volleys. Court position, scoring and singles and doubles are introduced. Lessons held on Mon & Wed , June 13 to June 29 at 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the Read Park Tennis Courts. Please register by June 8 by calling the Freeport Park District at 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Discover, Visa or MasterCard) or visit the Read Park office. Registrations may also be made by visiting our website at www.freeportparkdistrict.org. Fee is
R/NR $40/45. For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109 or for schedule details.
Skate Station Summer Specials:
All-Summer Special:
Buy a Skate Station T-shirt for $5. Color it with our fabric markers. Pay only $1 admission every time you wear it skating from June-August.
Report Card A's:
Each "A" or equivalent is worth 50 cents off admission. From June 3-11, you may use ALL your final grade A's at once; from then on it's just one per visit.
Skate Lessons:
June 6 - 27 OR July 18-August 8, 7-8:00 PM
Lesson for 1/2 hour, then family members join in for a free practice time with music. To register, contact either:
Lena Park District (815) 369-5351 or
Freeport Park District (815) 235-6114
Superhero Lock-In
Saturday, June 25, 9 pm - Sunday, June 26, 6 am
Age 10 & up only
$15 in advance (by 6/21) or $18 at the door
Includes quad skates, breakfast, unlimited pizza 1-2 am, games & prizes
Dog Day Afternoon:
Saturday, August 6, 1:30-4:00
$3 admission ($1 goes to FF Humane Society)
Come meet some of their friendly canines that are up for adoption
*Barking Contest (for people)
*Invisible Dog Races
Skate Station Fun Insurance:
We've got you covered!
If your outdoor plans are canceled because of bad weather, call Skate Station at (815) 232-7344 to schedule an emergency party: Just $100 for 2 hours of skating including quad skates.
VOICES Book Nook has two events coming up!
We will hold a “Book Drop” on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 from 4-7 P.M.
Donors can bring new and gently used books – hard or soft cover – to the parking lot of Freeport Lincoln, 1265 West Galena, Freeport, IL
Volunteers will greet donors at their cars, unload the books, and provide a receipt.
Secondly, VOICES Book Nook will celebrate its second anniversary as a retail used book store on Thursday, June 30, 2011. It was two years ago on that date that VOICES opened its used book store in the Freeport Lincoln Mall.
“Our success is due to the countless hours devoted to VOICES Book Nook by our volunteers,” said Laurie Gungel, Book Nook Manager. “They are awesome!”
“And the continued purchases by our friends and neighbors throughout our region enable VOICES to continue to serve its clients, even in these times of unstable government funding,” said Anita Rumage, Executive Director of VOICES DV. “The funds from book sales are so important.”
Patrons are invited to stop by the Store on Thursday, June 30 from 10 am to 4 pm for light refreshments.
For more information, please call 815-821-BOOK (821-2665).
All profits from VOICES Book Nook support VOICES DV. Our mission is to provide advocacy and support to all victims of domestic violence in Stephenson County.
Chamber of Commerce Events:
For the week of Monday, June 20 – Friday, June 24
Tuesday, June 21
Chamber Board Meeting, Chamber Office, Conference Room #1, 7:30 am
Thursday, June 23
Chamber Open House, Chamber Office, 5-7 pm
Mark your calendars for fun events at Famous Fossil Winery Summer 2011!
Saturday, June 4 1st Cookout of the Summer. We’ll be grilling burgers and chicken as you are serenaded by Bobbie Edler’s wine country songs. Tickets are $12.95 and include the meal and music. Grilling starts at 6:00.
Saturday, June 18 3:00 Wineglass Painting. Paint a wineglass with your own personal design. $10 includes an 11 oz. wineglass, paints and samples designs. Stop in and see the new dragon fly design. This is the only scheduled wineglass painting for the summer. Please call ahead – seats are limited.
Saturday, July 2. July Summer Cookout. Delicious hand-cut NY Strip steaks grilled to perfection by Steve’s Catering. Chicken will also be available. Fresh salads and rolls will round out the holiday meal. Back by popular demand is 2nd Opinion Barbershop Quartet. Tickets are $16.95 for the meal and music.
Saturday, July 16 3:00 Cork Crafts – Rustic Lantern or Kitchen Trivet. We’ve come up with a charming lantern for your outdoor entertaining that can be decorated with your own corks or with Famous Fossil corks. The cedar lantern includes a candle. Or if you’d prefer, create a trivet with your own or with Famous Fossil corks. Lantern is $25, Trivet is $20. Reserved seats only.
Saturday, August 6. August Summer Cookout. Everyone raved about the smoked pork chops last year so we’re bringing them back along with our fresh garden salads. Chicken will also be available. And we’re pleased to have Kelly Brand, jazz pianist from Evanston, performing for this special event. Don’t miss it! Tickets are $16.95.
Saturday, August 13. Wine Bingo! From 3:00 to 5:00 we’ll be calling our own version of Famous Fossil Wine Bingo! A glass of wine gets you one Wine Bingo card; a bottle gets you 4 cards. Each winner can enter a drawing for fabulous prizes. Come in and join the fun!
Lunches on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays: Many of you have asked and we’re happy to say that we will be providing boxed fresh deli sandwiches and salads. Lunches will be available on a first come/first served basis. Groups, please call ahead, and we’ll be happy to make sure we have enough lunches for you. People renting our Events Room and tours of 20 or more may schedule lunch on any day.
Sweet & Savory Plates every day. We find the best local cheeses, meats, and mix in fruits, veggies and sweets. Just right for snacking.
Get Out & Game. All summer long we’ll have yard darts, croquet, bocce ball and, when it’s raining, try your hand at Wineopoly, Foodie Fight, Brain Tease, cribbage and more.
Just Relax. Our deck is open for you to enjoy a view of the vineyard and the beautiful northern Illinois countryside. You’ll feel like you’ve been 1,000 miles away!
We look forward to seeing you this summer.
Ken & Pam Rosmann
Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery
395 W. Cedarville Rd.
Freeport, IL 61032
815-563-4665
www.famousfossilwinery.com
This event for FHN has been cancelled -(May) 18
Dementia Support Group
1:30 p.m.
Senior Resource Center, Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the Senior Resource Center. No cost or registration required; open to the public.
HCC Foundation Leadership Golf Tournament set for June 6
The 15th Annual Leadership Golf Tournament will be sponsored by the Highland Community College Foundation on Monday, June 6 at the Freeport Country Club.
The annual event, which supports Highland’s Leadership programs in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties, will begin with registration at 11:00 a.m. and a lunch buffet at 11:30 a.m. Shot gun start is at 12:30 p.m. There will be snacks and beverages on the course. Heavy hors d’oeuvres begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by great fellowship and give-away of many quality prizes. Fee for golf, cart and all the above is $150 per person.
Each player this year also receives a certificate good for another round of golf at the Freeport Country Club at a 50% discount off the regular rate, compliments of the Freeport Country Club Pro Shop.
To register, contact Jim Berberet, interim Executive Director, at the Foundation office at 815-599-3406 or jberberet@highland.edu.
Cub Cares Community Brat Stand open this weekend
The Cub Cares Community Brat Stand will be open this Friday & Saturday from 11:00am until 5:00pm. Choose from hot dogs, hamburgers or cheddar burgers, brats, pork chop sandwiches & Cub’s signature Angus steak sandwich.
All proceeds benefit various local organizations.
This week the stand is being operated by the Freeport Crush Girls Softball.
Rockford Foresters host City of Freeport Night
Make plans to join us this Saturday, June 18th at the Rockford Foresters Baseball Game! It’s the City of Freeport Night as the Foresters take on the Will County Cracker Jacks at beautiful Marinelli Field in Rockford. The game starts at 6 pm. Don’t miss your chance to see Freeport Grads Luke Wichman, Ryan Hickley, and Le-Win Grad Brian McCabe playing for the Foresters! Enjoy the promotions through out the game and your chance to run the bases on the field after the game!
You may purchase your tickets ahead of time at the Chamber of Commerce office until Friday, June 17th at 4:30 pm. Come and root on the Rockford Foresters this Saturday night, June 18th at 6 pm during the City of Freeport Night at Marinelli Field! General Admission seats are just $6.00.
Freeport Chamber of Commerce turns 110!
Come join us at our Open House as we celebrate our 110th Anniversary on June 23rd at the Chamber Office from 5-7 pm. As a part of our celebration the Chamber Staff, Board of Directors, and Ambassadors will be conducting a Membership Drive starting June 13th and ending on June 23rd at the Open House. You can help us with the membership drive by attending our Open House and bringing a non-member guest! If your guest signs up that night you will receive a $10.00 gas card and your new member guest will be eligible to win a door prize! We are very grateful for your past support of our Chamber and we hope you can join us (don’t forget to bring a guest)
at our Open House!
Limited Number of Commercial Exhibitor Spaces available for 2011 County Fair
A limited number of commercial exhibitor spaces still remain for this year's Stephenson County Fair, July 12 - 17, 2011 in Freeport. Inside spaces are $175 for the week, with new exhibitors being offered a discounted rate of $125. Remaining spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. For information or to reserve a space, please contact Lee Runte at 815-275-2837.
9 E Coffee now Open Friday and Saturday Nights
9 E Coffee is now open Friday and Saturday Nights from 5:00-10:00 pm. Stop by for a
smoothie, coffee, or fresh bake goods while you enjoy your evening!
Join Lena Living Center as they Celebrate Father’s Day
Come on out for some great food on the grill!!! June 17th join us @ 12:00 pm for our Father’s Day Cook Out and Car Show
Summer Movie Excitement
Kicks Off In June!
Wednesday Morning Movie Series June 15, June 22, June 29
The Wednesday Morning Movie Series kicks off on June 15, 2011, with a presentation of Gulliver’s Travels at the Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago. Each Wednesday morning, from June 15 through August 10, 2011, Classic Cinemas theatres will present nine G or PG rated films for only $1 per person. The show begins each Wednesday at 10 a.m., with doors opening at 9 a.m. Movie-goers are encouraged to come early to meet some favorite characters and join in fun and games before the movie begins. It’s practically magical! Classic Cinemas takes reservations for groups of 15 or more for the Wednesday Morning Movie Series. The special group rate is just $4.50 per person (adults and children) and includes admission, Kiddie Combo (a child sized popcorn, soft drink, and fruit snack) and reserved seating. This special package offers a $1.00 discount on each Kiddie Combo and allows your group to sit together. For more information on group reservations, please visit
http://www.classiccinemas.com/Content.aspx?page=156.
June 22: Shrek Forever After. Rumpelstiltskin tricks a mid-life crisis burdened Shrek into allowing himself to be erased from existence and cast in a dark alternate timeline where Rumpel rules supreme.
June 29: Yogi Bear. A documentary filmmaker travels to Jellystone Park to shoot a project and soon crosses paths with Yogi Bear, his sidekick Boo-Boo, and Ranger Smith. The upcoming schedule of Wednesday morning movies at Lindo Theatre for the months of July and August to include: Alpha & Omega on July 6, Nanny McPhee Returns on July 13, Despicable Me on July 20, Megamind on July 27, Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore on August 3, and a Surprise Movie on August 10..
Eagles Club hosts Red Carpet Ball Fundraiser
Eagles Club hosts the Raymond Kincade Haynes Red Carpet Ball Scholarship Fundraising Dance on Saturday, June 18 6 pm – Close
at the Eagles Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue
Tickets are $25.00 each person (available at the door)
or call Georgia Hayes (815) 233-0362 or (815) 291-4705
GUESS WHO’S COMING TO BRUNCH?
YOU ARE!
Faith for Miracle Deliverance to host a brunch on Sunday, June 19, 2011 (Father’s Day) 3247 So. Baileyville Rd.12:00 at Noon until 3:00 p.m. Menu Includes: Sausages Links & Patties, Bacon, Biscuits & Gravy, Biscuits, Grits, Oatmeal, Eggs, Potatoes, Pancakes, Ham, Fried Chicken, Greens, Corn Bread, California Blend, Toss Salad, Dessert & Beverages, No long wait lines. Cost: You Decide – Free will donation ***$$$***. For Information and / or Reservations, Please Call: 815 / 235-1820 or 815 / 235-1247 BISHOP J. ARTHUR WADE, Th.D. & EVANG. LOUISE WADE, Th.D. HOST PASTORS
SAVE up to 30% on advance tickets to this year's Stephenson County Fair!
Discounted tickets are now available at the Fair Office - but only for a very limited time. DISCOUNTS on Season Passes, Grandstand Packages and DISCOUNTS ON RIDES!!! Here's this year's lineup: Tuesday, July 12 - Youth and Family Night. A great night of entertainment including the chicken scratch, pig scramble and LOTS more.
Wednesday, July 13 - Tonny Petersen's Hell Drives - an amazing thrill show you won't want to miss! Thursday, July 14 & Friday, July 15 - Lucas Oil Midwest Summer National's Tractor Pull - sessions at noon and 6pm Saturday, July 16 - SHA NA NA with the MADDmen (formerly the Nomadd's) The grandstand is gonna be rockin' & rollin'!!
Sunday, July 17 - Demo Derby. PLUS there's free shows all week around the fairgrounds - Magic Mike, Wambold's Amazing Animals, Out of My Tree Chainsaw Artist, Lots of entertainment in the Rest and Entertainment Tent, livestock shows,
Lena Living Center to host site for Rock River Valley Blood Drive
June 20th, Monday, Lena Living Center will be the host site for the Rock River Valley Blood Drive. The event will be held from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm we encourage everyone to attend and help save a life by donating. You can call the facility today and reserve your time to donate. We appreciate your time and donating. Last blood drive we saved 51 lives!! If you have any questions, please call 815/369-4561 to schedule your appointment.
Lena Living Center hosting Blood Pressure checks in Stockton
We hope to see our Stockton friends come out on June 21st for Blood Pressure checks at Karen’s Kitchen in Stockton at 10:30 am. We will be doing monthly blood pressure checks every 3rd Tuesday of the month
Zealous Art Studio & Tatoo offering summer art classes
Zealous Art Studio will be offering summer art classes starting on June 21 & 22. More will be added if needed. Come join us for some fun!
Call (815) 616-5230 for more information.
FHN hosting Open House at the Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center
The public is invited to an open house at the FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22. The center is located just west of FHN Memorial Hospital, at 1163 W. Stephenson Street in Freeport. FHN Hematologist – Medical Oncologist Arshad Shaikh, MD and Radiation Oncologist Patrick Fernandes, MD will be present to answer questions about available treatments and expansion plans. The Cancer Center has purchased and installed a new linear accelerator and four-dimensional (4D) CT scanner to bring the most advanced form of radiation therapy called VMAT – Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, also called SmartArc or RapidArc therapy, to the Center. “This technology utilizes sophisticated imaging tools to localize and verify treatment delivery to the tumor site. This is more precise targeting for each and every treatment, taking into account daily changes in tumor motion and size,” said Dr. Fernandes. The Center’s new 4D CT scanner serves to make treatment more precise and easier on the patient. One of the biggest challenges for delivering high doses of radiation is taking into account the natural movement of internal organs and tumors. The new scanner covers the three dimensions of space (3D) and opens the door to this fourth dimension – internal motion. In the past, patients were required to have their treatment planning CT scans performed at the hospital. Now all steps of the planning process can be completed at the Cancer Center. The 4D technology can be programmed to deliver radiation by adapting to tumor motion during treatment. In conjunction with 4D imaging, VMAT will especially benefit patients with tumors in the chest and abdomen, where breathing motion can be an issue in targeting the treatment. For more information on cancer care at FHN or the Cancer Center open house, visit
www.fhn.org or call toll-free at 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346).
Free FHN Program Can Help You Prevent or Delay Diabetes
Diabetes, a serious disease with complications that can cause disability and death, has reached epidemic levels in the American population. Millions of people considered at risk of developing diabetes could prevent or delay the disease by changing their lifestyle. Learn how you could prevent or delay diabetes at Small Steps Big Rewards, a diabetes education program prevented free of charge by FHN. This two-hour workshop focusing on the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 23 in the Globe Room on the lower level of FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport. Registration is required for this program. Call toll-free 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 952 to register. For more information on Small Steps Big Rewards and other diabetes education programs at FHN, visit
www.fhn.org.
Public Opening of Jay Castro's Abraham Lincoln Sculpture at Fieldstone Inn
Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Ramon “Jay” Castro presents his Abraham Lincoln sculpture Burial Duty-Thursday, June 23 in Freeport, IL at the Fieldstone Inn. Open house is from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, with a short program about the work at 6:30pm. Please call 815-235-8100 for further information.
The next Disabled American Veteran’s Blackhawk Chapter 29 meeting
The next meeting will be held as usual on June 23, 2011 at 6:30 pm at the Freeport Public Library, 100 West Douglas Street, in Conference Room A. For more information contact Scott Haugh or Louann Coates we look forward to seeing you all there.
Freeport Rehabilitation to host a lunch and Learn
June 24th – Freeport Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center will be having a Lunch and Learn. The guest speaker will be Dr. Hinds from F.H.N. speaking on Osteoporosis (prevention and treatment) Lunch will be served @ 1pm. If interested please call 815-235-6196 to R.S.V.P. Lunch is provided for free by the facility.
Superhero Lock-In at Skate Station
Saturday, June 25, 9 pm - Sunday, June 26, 6 am. Age 10 & up only. $15 in advance (by 6/21) or $18 at the door. Includes quad skates, breakfast, unlimited pizza 1-2 am, games & prizes.
FHN’s Pretzel City Festival is Saturday, June 25
Gear up for a full day of fun on Saturday, June 25 at the FHN Pretzel City Festival in Freeport’s Krape Park. “This is one of our favorite events of the year,” said FHN President and CEO Michael Perry, MD. “The weather is warm and there is something fun for everyone. It’s a great chance to enjoy a nice day in the park with the whole family.” Most events are free of charge. Again this year, we’ll hit the ground running Saturday morning with the 9th annual Pretzel 5K Run/Walk and the Kids Triathlon/Duathlon. Registration for the Pretzel 5K, including a t-shirt, through June 15 is $20; $10 for high school age and under youth. After June 16, registration is $25 for everyone. Download a registration form at
www.fhn.org.
Registration for the Kids’ Triathlon/Duathlon is $20 for an individual and $30 for a team before June 18; $25 for an individual and $35 for a team after June 18. For more information or to register, call the Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois at 815-235-9622.
If tennis is your game, sign up for the tennis tournament beginning at 9 a.m. at the Read Park tennis courts. Through the late morning and afternoon, enjoy wood arts and crafts, art activities for kids, food and craft vendors, barrel train rides, a strolling accordion player, flush tank, family games, pony rides, A Zoo to You petting zoo, a bounce house and a health information fair. State Bank of Freeport is sponsoring free rides on Krape Park’s carousel from noon to 9 p.m. From 1 – 4 p.m., you’ve got some choices to make – Discover Paddling at the boat rental docks, watch the Dan Barth Medicine Shows, or participate in (or watch) the Children’s Tractor Race, Teen Tricycle Race and Children’s Tractor Pull competitions. There will also be free birdhouse building and children’s crafts. Don’t miss the Cardboard Boat Regatta at 3:30 on Yellow Creek!
Entertainment at the Koenig Theatre (bandshell) includes:
6 – 7 p.m. Navy Brass Quintet
7 – 8 p.m. Dan Barth Medicine Show
9 p.m. the last of the Pretzel Fest series of Saturday Movies in the Park, a showing of How to Train Your Dragon (PG) on a 30-foot screen!
The FHN Pretzel City Festival is sponsored by FHN, the Freeport Park District and Pretzel City USA. For more information on the FHN Pretzel City Festival, visit
www.fhn.org.
Provena St. Joseph Center is hosting an Ice Cream Social
Provena St. Joseph Center is hosting our Annual Ice Cream Social, Sunday June 26 from 11 am – 2 pm. Free ice cream, pie and cake! The following food items will be available for purchase: Hot Dogs, Brats, BBQ Pork, Baked Beans, Chips, Pop and Root Beer Floats! Additionally, various children’s games will be available free of charge, and Mr. Steve Productions will provide entertainment at 12:30 pm. If you have questions please call (815)232-6181.
University of Illinois Extension Will Offer Jr. Master Gardener Program
University of Illinois Extension Will Offer Jr. Master Gardener Teacher Institute This June U of I Extension offices in Stephenson and Winnebago counties will partner to offer a hands-on training institute for teachers interested in incorporating the U of I Extension Jr. Master Gardener program in their classrooms or interested in incorporating horticulture education into their classroom this 2011/2012 school year. The cost to participate is $100.00 per person and includes 18 CPDU’s, the teacher/leader guide, the student handbook, and supplemental materials. The Jr. Master Gardener program offers horticultural and environmental science education for youth in grades 1-5. The University of Illinois Extension will provide instruction and hands-on training. This program offers a vast array of curriculum that can be incorporated into the classroom. The hands on training offers step by step instruction on several make and take projects and cover topics such as: soil and water, plant growth and development, ecology, environmental horticulture, insects, diseases, landscape horticulture, fruits, nuts, vegetables and herbs. The training will take place from 9 am to 2 pm beginning Monday, June 27 through Thursday, June 30. Two training days will be in Winnebago County and two will be in Stephenson County. The training institute also includes tours of the Midway Village heritage gardens, the Oakdale Nature Preserve, and butterfly and herb gardens located at Klehm Arboretum.
Fehr-Graham Names New Executive Positions – Gronewold, Thompson, McKinley
On Monday, May 23, 2011, Fehr-Graham & Associates (FGA) Member Todd Weegens announced a series of executive level changes designed to strengthen and strategically lead the engineering and science consulting firm for years to come.
Mick Gronewold has been named Board Chairman effective immediately, replacing recently retired Member Hans Anderson. Gronewold joined FGA in 1993 as an Engineer and rose quickly through the leadership ranks to become a Member in 2000. He currently heads up the firm’s Engineering Services Division, responsible for projects in the private, commercial, industrial and governmental sectors. Gronewold adds value to Fehr-Graham clients by excelling in client and project management, strategic planning, QA/QC, and bringing cost effective, reliable solutions to complex problems. In his role as Board Chairman, Gronewold will preside at the quarterly board meetings, facilitate long range strategic planning efforts, and oversee implementation of the plan as adopted by the Members.
Ken Thompson has been named Managing Member effective immediately, replacing Principal Todd Weegens who is stepping out of the position after nearly 7 years. Thompson joined FGA in 1989, became a Principal in 2002, and currently heads up the firm’s Environmental Services Division. Thompson has extensive experience in helping industrial and manufacturing facilities identify their environmental compliance obligations and set up necessary systems and procedures to ensure on-going compliance. Thompson’s organizational and leadership development skills will also serve the firm well as it establishes new long range growth plans. As Managing Member, Thompson will oversee the firm’s administrative and operational functions and preside at the monthly Member meetings.
Meggon McKinley joined FGA as Chief Operating Officer on June 1, 2011. In this newly created position, McKinley is responsible for the daily operations management of the firm’s five office locations. She will assume duties previously held by the Managing Member, ensuring the necessary systems, procedures, and people are in place to efficiently and effectively align with the firm’s updated long term strategies. She will also help the Members define that strategy. McKinley holds a B.S. degree in Economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has nearly 20 years of management experience in the corporate financial and marketing industries, giving her an intricate understanding of strategic planning, corporate operations, and client expectations. She also has 2 years of government leadership experience serving as Ogle County Administrator and Interim Rochelle City Manager.
Critter Camp Exotic Pet Sanctuary is
IN THE PEPSI CONTEST!!
Please VOTE!
http://www.refresheverything.com/crittercamp Ok , here are the details: Critter Camp stands to win $50,000. from Pepsi's Refresh Everything project. Voting is ONLY in the Month of June & Vote every day online logging in with your email or your Facebook profile at the link above AND by Texting: Text* 106891 to Pepsi (73774) to vote from your cell **LOOK for POWER Votes on Pepsi bottle caps to use too!!!!*** PLEASE Tell EVERYONE!! Thank you!! Critter Camp Exotic Pet Sanctuary has saved the lives of thousands of unadoptable pets other than cats & dogs- elderly,aggressive rabbits, ferrets with adrenal disease and insulinoma, hedgehogs with tumors, birds that bite, mice, rats, hamsters, fennec foxes- you name it – we've saved it! Most were going to be euthanized, some were found in trash cans & dumpsters! Now we need your help! It's free fast & easy! Please get out the vote!!
Highland Community College in need of donations for fund raiser
HCC Foundation to host Shindig at the Stables fund raising event in August Northwest Illinois — The Highland Community College Foundation will host Shindig at the Stables on August 13th at the Oak Ridge Arabian Stables of Don and Janey Morse of Freeport. The Shindig begins at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction. A live auction will begin at 6:45 p.m. Items to be auctioned will come from all four counties served by Highland Community College – Stephenson, Ogle, Jo Daviess and Carroll. Tickets are $50 per person and include complimentary food and spirits. Butterfly pork chop sandwiches will be prepared by HCC Trustee Jim Endress; with other main dishes created by Donna Lessman and served by the State Bank Foundation. Desserts will be served by Hanson Catering of Winslow. Proceeds from the Shindig at the Stables will go to the Foundation’s “Growing for tomorrow…Changing lives today” campaign, which supports the new Ray and Betty Stamm Health Science Nursing Wing and Nursing and Allied Health programs, as well as the wind turbine technology initiative, additional occupational training and educational programs, and scholarships for students. The Morse’s are Honorary Co-Chairs of the campaign. Individuals and businesses that donate an auction item with a value greater than $200 will receive one complimentary ticket to attend the event. Deadline for sponsorships and auction donations is July 29, 2011. Auction items can include works of art, overnight B&B stays, quilts, baskets of food, cases of wines, home-cooked catered meals, travel gifts, condo and resort stays, balloon rides, airplane rides, restaurant dining experiences and more. Donors and items donated will receive special notice in the event program. Sponsorships are available, and cash contributions are welcomed. For more information, contact Shindig Chairperson Annette Hartman at 815.541.1022. The Foundation’s campaign is also conducting an on-going raffle during 2011. Raffle tickets will be sold at the event, and there will be a drawing for $5,000 that evening. Contact Glena Weegens at 815.233.2247 for raffle information or to purchase tickets. To purchase tickets, donate an auction item, or for more information, please contact the Foundation Office at 815-599-3413.
Lena Living Center hosting Blood Pressure Checks at Dirck’s Senior Apartments
Tuesday, June 28th Blood Pressure Checks at Dirck’s Senior Apartments, 1760 S Dircks Street, Freeport, IL at 9:30 am in community room. LLC will provide cookies for all participants.
Lena Living Center hosting Blood Pressure Checks at Willow Park Apartments
Tuesday, June 28th Blood Pressure Checks at Willow Park Apartments, 320 North Park Blvd, Freeport, IL @ 10:30 am in the community room. LLC will be providing cookies for all participants.
Lena Living Center will be hosting the monthly free Lunch & Learn at the Doll Community Room
Lena Living Center will be hosting the monthly free Lunch & Learn at the Doll Community Room, 1008 S Logan, Lena, IL on Wednesday, June 29th at 11:30 am. We are pleased to have Help at Home give a presentation. Lena Living Center will be providing lunch. Please call 815/369-4561 to reserve your seat today as space is limited.