September 2011 Local Freeport Events Page:
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FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 26 THRU OCTOBER 2, 2011:
September 26-October 2, QUILT MINI-EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 6 pm. As part of the Northern Illinois Quilt Fest, the Visitors Center is displaying quilts from the collection of the Stephenson County Historical Society and from the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) from Highland Community College. In addition to the quilts, raffle tickets to win one of six quilts made by members of RSVP are available. (815-233-1357)
September 26-October 31, HAUNTED HAPPENINGS EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 6 pm. Tour the Visitors Center's Haunted House and get information about the many fall and Halloween activities in Stephenson County. (815-233-1357)
September 26-November 15, "PEACE TOGETHER: THE IMPORTANCE OF WOMEN'S SOCIAL GROUPS CREATED THROUGH QUILTING". Lena Area Historical Museum, 427 W. Grove Street, Lena. By appointment only. This exhibit explores the social aspects of quilting during the late 19th Century and early 20th Century. It features selected quilts from various decades and explains how current events, local traditions, and communication among women influenced the quilts they designed and produced. Adults: $4; Children 6 to 12: $2; Historical Society Members: Free. (815-369-2212)
September 27-November 12, ART OF DEVOTION. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. The expressive power of visual art to communicate important religious values as well as complicated spiritual beliefs accounts for the multitude of works of art created for devotional and religious purpose. From beautifully carved sculptures and other devotional objects from the Museum's collections, to painted icons by artist Athena Mosxona, this exhibition explores the historical and cultural significance of these devotional traditions in visual art from a diverse array of cultures and time periods. (815-235-9755)
September 28, LUNCH AND LEARN. Doll Community Room, 1008 S. Logan, Lena. 11:30 am. Lena Living Center will host this free event featuring Kathy Webster from Van Matre Hospital giving a presentation on Stroke and Stroke Prevention. Lunch is provided. Please RSVP; space is limited. (815-369-4561)
September 28-December 30, 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 are on display at the museum. The quilts were made during the period from 1840 to 1915 and are 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)
September 29, October 6, WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP SERIES. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. This series starts with subject selection ideas, basic composition skills and color theory. While students work on their painting, individual instruction and guidance will be available from the instructor, Roger Goodspeed. Tips on how to paint subjects such as rocks, trees, grass, sky and water will be given. The end result of this series will be two completed watercolor paintings. Art Museum Members: $90; Non-Members: $120. (815-235-9755)
October 1, ORANGEVILLE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION 5K TRAIL RUN. Shelter House, Richland Creek Trailhead, Jane Addams Trail, 101 N. Ewing Street, Orangeville. 8 am. This is a scenic 5K run/walk on the Jane Addams Trail over a flat, out and back course on a crushed limestone surface. Proceeds benefit the Orangeville schools. Pre-registration prior to September 24: $15; Day of Race; $20. (815-789-3395)
October 1, TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FISH BOIL. Trinity United Methodist Church, 2600 Pearl City Road, Freeport. 4 pm to 7 pm. Enjoy this delicious event with boiled fish prepared by the Rock City Fire Department, plus potatoes, onions, cole slaw, dessert and beverage. Plus a silent auction. Adults: $9; Children 12 and Under: $4.50. (815-232-8658)
October 1, CASINO NIGHT FUNDRAISER. Aquin Catholic School, 1419 S. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 7 pm to 11 pm. Bet your money on black jack, roulette, craps or poker - 15 tables in all. Also, enjoy a catered buffet of appetizers, a cash bar, and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Education Fund of Aquin Schools. All tickets include $10 of chips. Casino Only Tickets In Advance: $20; Casino with Buffett Tickets In Advance: $25; Casino Only Tickets At the Door: $25; Casino with Buffett Tickets At the Door: $30.
October 1-2, ROCKFORD-FREEPORT ILLINOIS KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW. Stephenson County Fairgrounds, 2250 S. Walnut, Freeport. 8 am to 5 pm. All breed dog show and obedience trial. Booths, information from AKC, and refreshments. Public is welcome. Sponsored by the Rockford-Freeport Illinois Kennel Club. Per Car: $3. (815-519-0130)
October 1-15, ORANGEVILLE FARMERS MARKET. Richland Creek Trailhead at the Jane Addams Recreation Trail, 101 N. Ewing, Orangeville. Saturday: 8 am to Noon. Fresh produce, fresh baked goods, crafts and more. (815-789-3113)
October 1-29, LENA FARMERS MARKET. 100 W. Main, Lena. Saturday: 8 am to 11 am. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, locally made food, locally grown plants, and firewood. (815-235-4125)
October 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, LENA HAUNTED BARNS. Lions Park, 609 S. Schuyler, Lena. 6 pm to 9:30 pm. Enter the dark world of 2 large haunted barns. Brace yourself for spine tingling fear, fright and illusion as you make your way through 7 levels of creature crawling darkness. Barns are connected by a 170' long slide. Rated #1 in Illinois. Not recommended for children 9 and under. $10. (815-369-9111)
October 1-31, PRETZELS ON PARADE. Downtown Freeport. Hours Vary by Store. Fifteen artists have created a special work of art based on the theme "pretzels" in honor of Freeport being Pretzel City. The works will be on display through the month of October at various stores in historic downtown Freeport. Patrons will have a change to vote on their favorite. The works will be auctioned at the Pretzels on Parade auction at Freeport Country Club on November 10. (815-232-6527)
October 2, November 6, December 4, SPORTS CARD AND COIN SHOW. Lincoln Mall, 1255 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 10 am to 4 pm. Dealers buy, sell and trade sports cards and memorabilia and coins from the past and present. The public is encouraged to bring in sport related items to learn their history and current value. Door prizes for the kids. (815-235-3694)
View the entire Freeport/Stephenson County Calendar of Events at
www.stephenson-county-il.org
Men’s Basketball League
Test your basketball skills in the Freeport Park District’s Men’s Basketball League. Each team is guaranteed a 10 game regular season and a single elimination tournament. Games will be played at the Freeport Jr. High School Main Gym. This league is for adults and begins October 25 on Tuesday and Thursdays, 7:00-9:00pm. Register by October 14 by calling the Freeport Park District at 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Visa or MasterCard) or visit the Read Park office. The fee is $400, late fee after October 14th is $425. For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109.
Martial Arts at the Freeport Park District
Freeport Park District offers four Martial Arts classes all held at the Read Park Pavilion. Fees are $50 for Residents, $55 for non-residents for all programs.
Shaolin Kempo Kung Fu Self-Defense begins October 18 through December 13. Register by October 7. No class November 22
Tae Kwon Do (Beginner & Intermediate) begins October 20 December 15. Register by October 7. No class November 24
Little Ninjas begins October 20 through December 15. Please register by October 7. No class November 24
Register for Martial Arts and all programs at Freeport Park District at 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Visa, Discover or MasterCard) or visit the Read Park office at 1122 S. Burchard. You may also visit our website to register at www.freeportparkdistrict.org. For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109.
Roller Skating Lessons
Join Linda Simler at the Skate Station (7016 US Rt 20) for roller skating lessons at 6:00-7:00pm on Mondays beginning November 7 – November 28. Parents may skate with their child during the practice time after every lesson. Fees are $20 resident, $25 non-resident. Please register by October 28 by calling the Freeport Park District at 235-6114 ext 0 to charge by phone (Visa, Discover or MasterCard) or visit the Read Park office at 1122 S. Burchard Av. R/NR $20/$25. You may also register online at www.freeportparkdistrict.org
For more info, call 235-6114 ext 109.
FHN Calendar of Events
Disc-Golf Tourney at Highland this Weekend, Sept. 17
BAZAAR, LUNCH, and QUILT SHOW
Embrace autumn while chasing away the chills with a comforting bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup at the Freeport Church of the Brethren’s 31st Annual Country Store Bazaar and Luncheon on Saturday, September 24.
The bazaar will include pumpkins, squash, plants, gifts, homemade noodles, fall decorations, jewelry and dishes among the Attic Treasures, crafts, a complete line of bakery items, and homemade jam including hard-to-find ground cherry. Hours will be 10 am – 2 pm.
The luncheon, beginning an hour later at 11 am, features homemade chicken noodle soup, gelatin salad, rolls, cake, and beverage. Tickets are available in advance or at the door with a $5 donation. Carry outs are also available.
As part of the Cherished Memories Church Quilt Tour, quilts will be on display from 9 am – 4 pm. Admission to the Church of the Brethren show is free with lunch purchase, or buy a $5 guidebook to see many more quilts at First Baptist, First Lutheran, Grace Episcopal, and St. John’s UCC. Quilt show proceeds benefit the Freeport Area Church Cooperative.
The church is located in Freeport at 777 W. Pleasant Street, on the corner of Hwy. 26 (S. West Ave.). Handicap parking and a chair lift are available at the Pleasant Street entrance.
The Cheese Market will be grilling out Saturday Sept 3rd, from 11-4pm
Beef Weiners, Cheese Burgers, Cheddar Brats...Fried CHEESE CURDS-we are now hand breading our fresh cheese curds to ensure these are the best you've ever had!
We are now selling frozen breaded curds, ready to fry anytime at home!
New goat milk cheeses added, fresh and aged.
New items this month include Mascarpone and Creme Freshe (fresh creme' for cooking). Cultured sea salt butter is BACK!
Italian Piave, great for snacking or shredding. This is sold to The Cheese Market exclusively, open cured and aged for at least 12 months!
Hope to see you soon
Cheese to you!
Kevin, Barbara, Corey, Jamie!
Chamber of Commerce Events:
For the week of Monday, September 19 – Friday, September 23
Tuesday, September 20
Chamber Board Meeting, Chamber Office, Conference Room #1, 7:30 am
Thursday, September 15
13th Annual Golf Outing, Freeport Country Club, Registration 11:30 am – 12:30 pm, Shot Gun start 1 pm
You can now follow the Freeport Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook!
Also, don’t forget to visit the Chamber website at www.freeportilchamber.com for more event news!
What can the Chamber do for you today?
Please let us know by responding by e-mail or by calling the Chamber office at
233-1350. , or kim.grimes@freeportilchamber.comtiffany.king@freeportilchamber.com
Lena Living Center September Events/Newsletter
Mighty Richland Players, Orangeville Opens Death by Fatal Murder 9 SEP
Mighty Richland Players’ latest production, Death by Fatal Murder, by Peter Gordon, sees the less than triumphant return of the hapless "Defective" Inspector Pratt to solve yet more grisly goings-on at the now notorious Bagshot House. Following MRP’s two previous installments over the past two autumns, Murdered To Death and Secondary Cause of Death, Death By Fatal Murder portrays the bumbling sleuth, again played by Josh Ryan, trying to get to the bottom of the mysterious disappearance of one of his own officers. He is helped, but more often hindered, in his enquiries by the eccentric inhabitants of the mysterious country manor house, as well as his trusty beat bobby, Constable Thomkins played by Drew Chelberg.
(Photos Supplied: 1. Bldowyn Morgan (center, Mary Jo Frederick) conducts a séance with Detective Inspector Pratt (Josh Ryan, left), and Miss Joan Maple (Sue Wichman). Photo 2. Pratt (Josh Ryan) discusses the case with his loyal assistant, Thomkins (Drew Chelberg).
Lena Farmers Market at Lion’s Park on Fall Festival Weekend
The Lena Farmer’s Market will be held at Lion’s Park on Saturday, September 10 due to the Lena Fall Festival being held in downtown Lena. The market will run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will be held in the Splash Land Parking lot in Lion’s Park.
The farmers at the Lena Farmers Market proudly boast a wide array of fresh, seasonal, locally grown produce. They are in the heart of the growing season and have been able to offer squash, tomatoes, ground cherries, peppers, cucumbers, melons, potatoes, eggplant, and much, much more. Stop by to see all the wonderful produce that the Lena Farmers Market has to offer. Buying produce from local farmers is a good way to support the local economy and eat healthier.
Enjoy the Lena Fall Festival parade then make sure you stop by the Lena Farmers Market at the Splashland parking lot in Lions Park to pick up your fresh, locally grown produce to share with your friends and family.
Art in the Park Returns to Freeport’s Krape Park
TRAIL OF TERROR 2011
Northwest Illinois invites you to travel the spooktacular Trail of Terror! The Trail will thrill and delight you as you travel from one haunted happening to another.
The Trail includes Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago Counties.
For more information on the Trail of Terror or to order supplies to distribute, call us at 815-233-1357.
FHN EVENTS:
August
27
Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic
8 – 9 a.m.
Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit
www.fhn.org.
30
Talk: Neuropathy and the Diabetes Connection
1:30 p.m.
Oakley Courts, 3117 Kunkle Boulevard, Freeport
Speaker is FHN nurse Sara Wise, RN. No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.
31
Blood Pressure Screening
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
SR Center, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration required; open to the public. Sponsored by FHN Top 50.
September
1
Fall Screening
8 – 10:30 a.m.
SR Center, Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure screening. No cost or registration required; do not eat or drink anything for 5 hours prior to blood sugar screening. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and SR Center.
6
Talk: Foot Care and You
10 a.m.
Stockton Park House, 600 Pearl, Stockton
Speaker is FHN’s Sarajane Wise, RN. No cost or registration required; sponsored by FHN Top 50 and Hospice of Northwest Illinois.
Breathe Easier Club/Cardiac Club
3 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson St., Freeport
Support groups for people with lung or heart problems. For more information, call 815-599-6388.
7
Blood Pressure Screening
9 – 9:30 a.m.
Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll
No cost or reservation required. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the Carroll County Senior Center.
Talk: Gout and You
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll
No cost or reservation required. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the Carroll County Senior Center.
10
Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic
8 – 9 a.m.
Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit
www.fhn.org.
12
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.
More Local Events:
Immanuel Lutheran School presents Fish Fry Fridays
Immanuel Lutheran School
1964 W. Pearl City Rd.
Fish Fry Fridays
Friday, August 26 - 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Friday, September 9 - 3:300pm - 7:00pm
Both Events will be held at the "School Barn" on the south end of the school property.
Featured will be Deep Fried Pollock, Corn on the Cob, Hush Puppies and Cole Slaw.
Carry out plates are available for $9.00
All You Can Eat Fish is $11.00 with soda and bottled water available at $1.00 each
Free home maintenance class hosted by NHS and Home Hardware
Neighborhood Housing Services of Freeport and Home Hardware have joined together to offer a free how-to session on home maintenance. Home Maintenance 411 will take place on Saturday, August 27 8:30 am – 11 am in the Lincoln Mall parking lot. The event is open to the public. Home Maintenance 411 will feature licensed home inspector and home renovator, Tom Hoffman – giving money saving tips on keeping your home in top condition. Local contractors will also be on hand to answer your specific questions. Home Hardware will provide their knowledgeable staff to answer your questions about painting, gardening, plumbing, and more. Home Hardware will provide a chance to win door prizes and giveaways for those who attend. For more information, call NHS of Freeport at (815) 232-6197
FHN Sponsoring Free Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinics
FHN is offering free evaluations of sports- and fitness-related injuries at a series of weekly walk-in clinics held Saturday mornings in the Orthopaedics department at FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills in Freeport. No appointment is required for these free evaluations by clinic staff of fitness- and sports-related injuries. Any necessary x-rays, supplies or follow-up visits will be charged accordingly. Healthcare providers will be available from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturdays August 27 through October 22 to examine fitness-related injuries such as minor sprains. (The clinic will be closed Sept. 3 for Labor Day weekend.) “Student athletes in our area take physical conditioning and getting ready for their sport very seriously,” said FHN Athletic Training Team Leader Emily Giglio, MS, ATC/LAT, NCTMB, LMT. “If an athlete turns an ankle or is experiencing some soreness, we can help ease his or her mind with an examination to determine the extent of the injury. If it’s a sprain or strain and all you need is ice and some rest, you can be on your way out pretty quickly. If we feel it could be a more serious injury, you’re in the right place for further evaluation.” For more information on FHN’s Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinics, visit www.fhn.org or call the FHN Orthopaedics department at 815-599-7730.
Lena Living Center presents Blood Pressure Screens
at Dirck’s Senior Apartments
Tuesday, August 30 at 9:30 am Lena Living Center will be providing Blood Pressure Screens at Dirck’s Senior Apartments. 1760 S Dirck’s Street in the community room.
LLC will provide cookies to all participants.
Lena Living Center presents Blood Pressure Screens
LLC will be providing Blood Pressure Screens at Willow Park Apartments, Tuesday, August 30th at 10:30 am, 320 North Park Blvd in the community room.
LLC will provide cookies to all participants.
Highland Chorale to begin rehearsals, new singers welcome
The Highland Chorale, a college and community-based choral ensemble, will begin rehearsals for the upcoming fall season on Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center Room FA 10. All interested singers are invited to attend this rehearsal. The Highland Chorale performs a diverse repertoire of quality vocal and choral music presented in a professional manner for the enjoyment, entertainment, aesthetic enrichment of its members, its audiences, and those who live in the communities it serves.The first concert, "Broadway in Concert; the Music of Sondheim and Schwartz!, will feature selections from "Wicked", "Godspell", "A Little Night Music", "Sweeney Todd", "Children of Eden", "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum" and others. There promises to be great songs and a lot of fun! For more information contact Allen Redford, Director of Fine Arts at 815/599-3568 or allen.redford@highland.edu
Lena Living Center hosting monthly free Lunch & Learn
Lena Living Center will be hosting the monthly free Lunch & Learn at the Doll Community Room, 1008 S Logan, Lena, IL on Wednesday, August 31st at 11:30 am. We are pleased to have Meghan Full from Passages Hospice giving a presentation on Hospice 101. Lena Living Center will be providing lunch. Please call 815/369-4561 to reserve your seat today as space is limited.
Freeport Rehabilitation offering free blood pressure screenings
Freeport Rehabilitation will offer free blood pressure screenings from 11-1 pm. We are located @ 900 S. Kiwanis Dr.
This gives you an opportunity to make sure your blood pressure is where it’s suppose to be so take advantage while you can!
Lena Living Center hosting Blood Pressure Screens
September 1st Thursday, - Lena Living Center will be providing Blood Pressure Screens at Lena Retreat, 602 North Schuyler, Lena, IL @ 10:30 am in the lower community room and 11:00 am in the upper community room with Lena Living Center providing cookies to all participants
Kent Bank hosting Annual Cookout for a Cause
Please join Kent Bank at the Freeport location on Friday, September 2, 2011 between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for our annual Cookout for a Cause. Serving $2 Brats, $1 Hot Dogs, chips and drinks with all proceeds benefiting Freeport Area Church Cooperative.
Art in the Park
Join the Freeport Park District and the Freeport Art Museum as we welcome back the fourth annual award winning ‘Art in the Park’, Sunday, September 4, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Come out to Krape Park and enjoy the sights and sounds at this FREE community event. Stroll the walks and view the fine art on display by local and regional artists. Listen to performing artists as they take the stage throughout the day. Join in creative hands-on activities with the kids. For more information call 815-235-6114 ext 115, or stop by the Freeport Park District office, 1122 S. Burchard.
Ducks Going Wild AGAIN!
Freeport Sunrise Rotary and Culver’s of Freeport are teaming up once again to host the 4th Annual Ducks Gone Wild duck race that will be held Labor Day weekend on Sunday, September 4, 2011 at Krape Park. Proceeds from the race have been designated to benefit the SportsPlex and the Rotary Scholarship Program. Tickets may be purchased from any Freeport Sunrise Rotary member, or at the following Freeport locations: Cornerstone Credit Union, Brown’s Shoe Fit, or Ferguson Financial. In addition Culver’s of Freeport will be selling duck tickets beginning the week of August 15th until noon on race day. Ticket costs are: $5.00 for 1 duck ticket; $20.00 for 5 duck tickets, and $100.00 for 30 duck tickets. $975 in prize money will be awarded to the first place finishers in the following order: $500.00 for 1st place; $250.00 for 2nd place; $100.00 for 3rd place; $75.00 for 4th place; and $50.00 for 5th place. In addition the first 24 ducks crossing the finish line will qualify to win a grand prize of $25,000. A limited number of rubber ducks will be launched into Yellow Creek in Krape Park at 2:00PM on September 4th and will race to the finish line! Each duck corresponds to a raffle ticket with the five fastest swimming ducks winning monetary prizes. If one duck from the first 24-finishers matches the pre-selected number, that ticket holder will win the $25,000 insured prize. For more information about the duck race visit www.freeportrotaryduckrace.com or contact Mary Vogel at (815) 235-2390.
Monroe Clinic Hospice Support Group
Learn to Cope with the Loss of a Loved One
The journey through grief is difficult. Many people find it comforting to face grief with others who are experiencing similar challenges. Monroe Clinic hospice is holding a six-week HEAL (Hope Eternal After Loss) grief education and support group, which provides support for people who are grieving the death of a loved one in a sympathetic setting. The six-week HEAL group starts on Wednesday, September 7, and will continue every Wednesday morning through October 12. The weekly meetings are held at the St. Camillus Center, 2101 6th Street in Monroe, Wis. from 10-11:30 a.m. The HEAL support group is free and open to adults over 18 who have experienced the death of someone special. Discussion topics include: The importance of information and support as we grieve, Understanding grief as a process, Identifying and accepting normal feelings when grieving, Past and present losses, Factors which complicate grief, Coping with the stress of grief, Remembering: memorials and anniversaries. For more information or to register, call 608-324-1230 or 800-367-8406, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or visit monroeclinic.org.
LINDO THEATRE PRESENTS
NEW FILM SERIES THIS FALL!
Screwball Comedy Film Series Begins September 7th
Join Classic Cinemas for some fun and laughs this fall as the Lindo Theatre presents its new film series: Screwball Comedies. The program will kick off at the Lindo theatre, located at 115 S. Chicago Ave, on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 with a screening of It Happened One Night. Co-sponsored by Highland Community College and Stephenson County Historical Society, the Comedy Series will deliver classic film stars hamming it up. All show times are at 1 PM and 7 PM on select Wednesdays this fall. Admission is $20 for the series, or $5 per movie. Tickets will be available at the Lindo box office by August 15th. And, as an added bonus for those who purchase tickets to the entire series, the Lindo Theatre will offer complimentary admission to the 1944 Judy Garland musical favorite, Meet Me in St. Louis, on Wednesday, December 7, 2011. Prominent in the mid-1930s to the mid-1940s, the screwball comedy is a sub-genre of the romantic comedy and combines farce and witty banter in unexpected ways. Lindo’s Comedy Film Series will feature screwball classics: It Happened One Night, His Girl Friday, Sullivan’s Travels and The Philadelphia Story!
Freeport Rehabilitation hosting a Dog Show
September 8th Freeport Rehab will be having a “Dog Show” show starts @ 6:30pm.
Prizes will be given out for different categories if interested in please call
1-815-235-6196.
Jane Addams Chapter to hold its regular meeting
The Jane Addams Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at the Season’s, 1100 W. Galena Ave, Freeport, IL beginning with networking at 6pm. The menu for the evening is roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, salad, rolls and butter and beverage. The Chapter will have as a special guest our 2011-2012 scholarship recipient, Chelsey Kaiser, who is attending Highland Community College. We will also be remembering the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The cost for the evening is $12.00 and reservations can be made by calling Kay at 815-235-7329 by Monday, September 5. Guests are always welcome and we invite anyone interested in attending to contact Kay at the phone number listed previously.
Citizens for Bivins hosting a Business Breakfast
Citizens for Bivins will be hosting a Business Breakfast on Friday, September 9 from 7:30 am to 8:30 am at Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, Room H-201. The Breakfast will be featuring a live auction by Rep. Jim Sacia! The Keynote Speaker will be Doug Whitley, President of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce with Special Participants Rep. Jim Sacia (R-Pecatonica) and Stephenson County Board Chairman John Blum. Cost of $25.00 per person to attend. Sponsorships are available! Business Sponsor is $500 with that you get 8 tickets & recognition in the program and event signage. Table Sponsor is $300 with that you get 8 tickets and recognition in the program. Any questions or are interest in sponsoring call (815) 679-2012
Lena Living Center and Rock River Valley Blood Drive successful
Thank you to all those that came out to donate blood last month. We had a great turnout and appreciate your support. Rock River Valley Blood Drive and Lena Living Center collected more units at this blood drive than we have since September 2009. YOU SAVED 66 LIVES!!!
U.S. Cellular hosting Device Workshop
U.S. Cellular hosting a Device Workshop on September 10th from 8-10 am. Our device workshop is a great way for people to learn more on their wireless devices. Back to school isn’t just for kids. Attend a free U.S. Cellular Device Workshop and learn how you can get the most out of your phone and use it to simplify your life. We promise you’ll get an “A!” Please RSVP by September 6th by calling us at 815-232-1650 or stopping by our store at 2705 Illinois Rt 26 S. Freeport, IL 61032.
Get Fit with a Friend and Save!
FHN’s Get Fit INFINITE, an online program designed to make getting and staying fit fun, is inviting friends to join with a special discount. “Working out and working on getting healthy can be much more fun if you’re working with a friend,” said Get Fit INFINITE program coordinator Autumn Kubatzke. “We’re making it a little bit easier with our Get Fit Friends discount. Sign up (or renew your membership) with a friend, and you both will get your first two weeks free!” Get Fit INFINITE participants earn points for eating healthy, getting exercise and learning about their health. Members also get free trial memberships to area fitness centers, health screens to help measure their progress and newsletters with tips and recipes to help keep them motivated. Members can make an appointment for their baseline screening when they sign up online at http://getfit.fhn.org; to receive the Get Fit Friends discount, both members should type in the code GetFitFriends when they sign up online. Baseline screening sessions are coming up Sept. 14 and Nov. 9. Participants must commit to a minimum of 13 weeks with Get Fit INFINITE. The cost is $3 per week, with free weeks available for 26, 39 and 52 weeks of participation. For more information on Get Fit INFINITE or to sign up, visit
www.fhn.org.
More Local Events
9/11 Remembrance Service
Our Savior Lutheran Church will mark the 10th anniversary of 9/11 with a 9/11 Remembrance Service on Sunday, September 11, 2011, at 9:30 a.m. The message during worship will be on the wisdom of God seen throughout the tragedies and triumphs of history. Pastor Paul Learman will be leading the service. Our Savior Lutheran Church is located at 991 Skyline Drive, Freeport, one block north of Walmart. For more information visit online at: oursaviorfreeport.org.
Lena Living Center and Rock River Valley Blood Center hosting a Blood Drive
Monday, September 12th, 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 66 lives!! If you have any questions, please call 815/369-4561 to schedule your appointment.
Area Students Invited to Participate in HCC Children’s Choir
The Highland Community College Children’s Choir rehearsals will begin on Monday, September 12, 2011. Rehearsals are held on Mondays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, room F106.
All students ages 9 to 14 who enjoy singing are invited and encouraged to join the Children's Choir. The Children’s Choir provides an opportunity to practice their vocal music talents and promotes personal and social growth. There is no registration fee. The Highland Community College Children’s Choir began in the early 1980s. The Children’s Choir is credited for encouraging the musical talents and for being an opportunity to perform on stage for hundreds of pre-teens and teens. Over the past 25 years, the Children’s Choir has become a tradition on the Highland campus. For more information, contact the Children’s Choir Director Diane Dietmeier at 815.990.2303.
Get Fit with a Friend and Save!
FHN’s Get Fit INFINITE, an online program designed to make getting and staying fit fun, is inviting friends to join with a special discount. “Working out and working on getting healthy can be much more fun if you’re working with a friend,” said Get Fit INFINITE program coordinator Autumn Kubatzke. “We’re making it a little bit easier with our Get Fit Friends discount. Sign up (or renew your membership) with a friend, and you both will get your first two weeks free!” Get Fit INFINITE participants earn points for eating healthy, getting exercise and learning about their health. Members also get free trial memberships to area fitness centers, health screens to help measure their progress and newsletters with tips and recipes to help keep them motivated. Members can make an appointment for their baseline screening when they sign up online at http://getfit.fhn.org; to receive the Get Fit Friends discount, both members should type in the code GetFitFriends when they sign up online. Baseline screening sessions are coming up Sept. 14 and Nov. 9. Participants must commit to a minimum of 13 weeks with Get Fit INFINITE. The cost is $3 per week, with free weeks available for 26, 39 and 52 weeks of participation. For more information on Get Fit INFINITE or to sign up, visit www.fhn.org.
Family-to-Family Program Helps Families of People with Mental Illness
FHN Family Counseling Center and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) are sponsoring an educational program for family members of adults with mental illness.
NAMI Northwestern Illinois, an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is offering in Freeport its Family-to-Family Education Program, a 12-week course taught by trained family members that focuses on educating and supporting those who care for loved ones with bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder or co-occurring brain disorders and addictive disorders. The first Family-to-Family session is scheduled for 6:30 – 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 at St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Avenue in Freeport. The free classes are structured to help family members understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. There is no cost to participate in the program – all class materials for each session will be provided free of charge by NAMI.
“These classes offer information, insight and empowerment to the families of people with mental illnesses,” FHN Family Counseling Center Clinical Leader Jennifer Aurand, PsyD, said. The curriculum for the course was written by an experienced family member and mental health professional and is designed specifically for parents, siblings, spouses and adult children and significant others of persons with severe and persistent mental illness. The course is not appropriate for individuals who themselves suffer from one of the major mental illnesses. The Family-to-Family Education Program is offered by NAMI in 45 states, the District of Columbia, two provinces in Canada and in Mexico. More than 115,000 family members in the U.S. and Canada have completed the course. Registration is required to attend the course, and class size is limited. For more information or to register, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581.
HCC Adult Education program seeks volunteer tutors
Highland Community College Adult Education Program is seeking volunteers to tutor adults in Highland’s district. Volunteers tutor math, reading, writing or English as a Second Language. All interested individuals are encouraged to attend one of the tutor informational meetings at the Freeport Public Library in a main floor meeting room.
Informational meetings are as follows: Thursday, September 15, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.,
Friday, September 23, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 27, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Each informational meeting will address the following questions. What does a volunteer tutor do? How much time does it take? What experience do I need? The support and encouragement that tutors provide is a key influence in the lives of students. In fact, students achieve more when they have individual instruction. Just by volunteering an hour or two a week, tutors are a source of inspiration. The rewards are not only for the students; this program is rewarding for the volunteers as well. Volunteer tutors help their communities by improving the lives of residents, one person at a time. Volunteers tutor when it is convenient – morning, afternoon or evening and in an academic subject area they enjoy. For more information about these meetings, please contact Esther Mayer at 815-599-3538 or at esther.mayer@highland.edu
E-Reader Demonstration at Freeport Library
Thinking of getting an e-reader but not sure how it works? Swing by the library Saturday, September 17, anytime between 9:30 a.m. and noon, for a free demonstration of the NOOK e-reader from Barnes & Noble. It is an opportunity to learn all about the NOOK and how to download library e-books at no charge using it or another e-reader. Freeport Library has joined Online Media of Northern Illinois (OMNI), a consortium of 47 other libraries in our shared online catalog, PrairieCat. Individuals with Freeport Library cards will immediately have access to the nearly 2,000 titles already purchased by other members of OMNI. Think of it as another feature of PrairieCat, which already enables Freeporters to borrow books from other libraries. Most e-book readers, including the Sony product, iPads, and iPhones, Android, and other smart phones are compatible with the OverDrive products, but not the Kindle. Not yet. The good news is that Kindle compatibility is in the works. Expect it before the end of the year. In the meantime, Barnes & Noble is promoting their product, the NOOK, which comes in a black and white and a color version, and the company is willing to come to Freeport at no charge to provide a demo of NOOK, which works with the free titles available through the library. Having Barnes & Noble here enables people to experiment with an e-reader, without going into a retail store, and compare it to an actual book. The demo will also show how to download free library e-books.
Green Fair 2011 to be held September 17
The University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce Green Fair 2011. The fourth annual Green Fair in northwest Illinois is scheduled for Saturday, September 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Highland Community College Student Conference Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. Green Fair 2011 will showcase area businesses and organizations with a focus on renewable energy, conservation, preservation, living well, local foods, the environment, and more. The public is invited to visit the Green Fair to discuss opportunities to get you started (or continued) on your path to green living. There will be hands on activities for the kids including a trash to treasure project, learning about the importance of our watershed, and a worm composting demonstration. Educational workshops will be held at the Green Fair that will focus on renewable energy and local foods. The Keynote presentation will be held at 12 p.m. and led by Jay Solomon, Extension Educator in Environmental and Energy Stewardship. Jay will be addressing “What’s on the Horizon for Renewable Energy.” Recycling opportunities will be offered for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be paint recycling for latex paint ONLY, fees include 1 quart $1.50 each, 1 gallon $2.50 each, 2 gallon $3.50 each, and 5 gallon $8.00 each. There will be document shredding/recycling on hand as well. Document shredding and recycling will be a 100 pound limit per person at no charge. Please come and recycle! Visit the Northwest Illinois Green Fair website at
www.nwil-greenfair.com or web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw/. The Green Fair is organized by members of the Green Fair Alliance and the University of Illinois Extension. There is no cost to attend this event.
United Presbyterian Church hosts Worship and a special Mission program
United Presbyterian Church, 302 W. Stephenson Street, invites you to join us for Worship and a special Mission program on September 18. Worship is at 10:30 am with a potluck & mission program following the service. There is also an Adult Discussion Group at 9 am and Children's Sunday school at 9:30 am. Join us as we worship, learn more about mission and enjoy fellowship together. Come as you are! For more information or to request a ride, call 1-815-235-3159. Our website is www.pcfreeport.org
Freeport Rehabilitation and Healthcare hosts “Pikatti”
September 19th “Pikatti the therapeutic robots will be joining us @ 10am. Pikatti is an advanced interactive robot which provides psychological and social effects to human beings through physical interaction. If you have someone that you feel would benefit from this presentation please feel free to come on out. Freeport Rehabilitation and Healthcare is located at 900 S. Kiwanis Drive in Freeport.
Lena Living Center hosting a Blood Pressure Screening
Tuesday, September 20 we hope to see our Stockton friends for Blood Pressure Screens at Stella’s Café formerly known as Karen’s Kitchen in Stockton at 10:30 am.
Freeport Rehabilitation and Healthcare hosting Lunch and Learn
September 21st @ 1 pm , Freeport Rehab will have a Lunch and Learn. Our guest speaker is Dr. Khan with F.H.N and he will be speaking on Alzheimer’s. Lunch is provided by the facility for free if interested in being a part of this Luncheon please call to R. S.V.P @ 815-235-6196
SAVE THE DATES TO ATTEND THE
“JOURNEY BEYOND CANCER” SERIES
Mark your calendar to join in a series of three “Journey Beyond Cancer” seminars on topics of interest or concern to cancer survivors and their family and friends. The first of these free programs is Fighting Cancer With Beans, Broccoli, and Chocolate, Too! on Thursday evening, September 22nd at 7:00 p.m., at the FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills - 1010 West Fairway Drive in Freeport. The featured speaker is Donna Weihofen, RD, MS, Senior Nutritionist at University of Wisconsin Hospital and University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center. Donna is a well known speaker and author who will not only be making the connection between nutrition and cancer, but will also be presenting information that applies to other chronic health issues, as well as anyone who wants to learn the nutritional habits of healthy people. Donna will offer a bounty of nutritional tips, guidance, practical suggestions, and even recipes. She will share ideas that will help decrease cancer risk, increase the ability to fight cancer, and optimize the nutritional wellbeing of the whole family.
These seminars are sponsored by the Cancer Survivor Educational Outreach Coalition, which includes the American Cancer Society, FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center, Freeport Home Medical Equipment, and Well Woman of Northwest Illinois. All seminars are free and open to the public, but it is requested that you register for each program that you plan to attend by calling the American Cancer Society at 1-800-892-9296 or 1-815-229-1287 and press 3 for immediate attention or email nicole.killion@cancer.org. Please provide name, address, phone, and email, and indicate if you are a cancer survivor yourself or if you will be attending as a friend or family member of a survivor.
Lena Living Center celebrates “Grandparents Day”!
September 24th, Saturday, Lena Living Center will be celebrating “Grandparents Day” at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be a Tractor Expo, Music on the Lawn by Tom Bedka and sign up for a special door prize. Bring out the family for grilled brats, hamburgers and show your appreciation to the Grandmothers and Grandfathers!!! Please RSVP to 815/369-4561.
Jane Addams Community Center hosting Friends Forever Human Society’s Rummage Sale
Jane Addams Community Center in Cedarville will again be the location for the Friends Forever Human Society’s Rummage Sale. The Community Center is located at 430 West Washington Street, in Cedarville. There will also be a Bake Sale Table. This sale will take place Saturday, September 24, 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, September 25 from 9 am – 1 pm. Sunday being our $Buck a Bag day$. People wanting to donate clean, usable items (appliances must be in working order) can be dropped off at the Jane Addam’s Community Center, Friday, September 24 from 8 am – 5 pm. Calls to the FFHS (815) 232-6164 for large item pick-ups are available on Friday September 24 and for Seniors. Please leave phone number, address and time we can pick up items. Due to Landfill Restrictions, we can not accept appliances containing Freon.
Dave Ramsey EntreLeadership Simulcast
Freeport Chamber of Commerce presents an EntreLeadership Simulcast featuring Dave Ramsey! This Simulcast will be held on September 30, 2011 at Crossroads Community Church, 1668 Crossroads Lane, Freeport. Doors open at 8 am with FREE coffee in the Café. Lunch will be provided at no additional cost. This event is open to Chamber Members and Non-Chamber Members! For more information contact Tiffany King at (815) 233-1350 or email tiffany.king@freeportilchamber.com. Thank you to our Sponsors! Lunch is sponsored by Furst-McNess and Aero Group, Inc., A+ Automotive Inc., Alwayz Cookies, CleanPro Cleaning Services, Inc., Freeport Family Chiropractic, Higher Grounds Coffee, Hughes Resources, Integrity Investments, and Thompson & Kopp, CPA.
Infant/Child Massage Class
Chiro-Works and massage therapist Stephanie Garner present Infant/Child massage class. The class is open to infants and children ages 0-5. Benefits of infant massage include: relief of teething pain, promotes better sleep, helps digestion, boots immune system, and assists digestion, sensory stimulation, parent /child bonding. The cost is $25.00 per family. Please contact Chiro-Works at 815-232-2225 to reserve your spot by September 30th. (cost increases to $30.00 on October 1st) Chiro-Works is located at 1019 West Galena Avenue in Freeport. Stephanie Garner, LMT is a graduate of Rasmussen College with an A.A.S. in massage therapy and is certified through the NCBTMB on infant massage.
Freeport Downtown Development Presents Dance to the Sounds of
Jukebox Rock n Roll
Come join us Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 7:30 pm—11:30 pm at the
Masonic Temple Ballroom for Dance to the Sounds of Jukebox Rock n Roll!
Ticket sales start Tuesday, Sept 13 at FDDF Office, 27 W. Stephenson, Freeport, IL from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $20.00 each