Utilizing Cover Crops in Conventional Cropping Systems – A Three-Part Telenet Series
A three-part telenet series titled “Utilizing Cover Crops in Conventional Cropping Systems” is scheduled for August 26th, September 9th and September 30th all Wednesdays from 12:00-1:15 p.m. at the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport.
According to event organizers Earl Allen, U of I Extension-Fulton County Director and Loretta Ortiz-Ribbing, U of I Extension Crop Systems Specialist, the series is being offered as a professional development opportunity for U of I Extension staff, NRCS and SWCD personnel, CCA’s and other ag professionals. Primary sponsor for the series is the USDA SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education) program.
An excellent line-up of multi-state speakers includes the following:
August 26 – Part I: Cover Crop Concepts
Tom Kaspar, Plant Physiologist, USDA-ARS National Soil Tilth Laboratory, Ames, Iowa
Topic: Overview of the Midwest Cover Crops Council
Dale Mutch, Cover Crops/Field Crops IPM Specialist, Michigan State University
Topic: A Michigan Perspective on Utilizing Cover Crops in Conventional Cropping Systems
September 9 – Part II: Cover Crop Species and Their Management
Mike Plumer, Natural Resources Educator, University of Illinois Extension
Topic: Grass Cover Crops, Benefits and Management
Joel Gruver, Asst. Professor, Soil Science and Sustainable Agriculture, Western
Illinois University
Topic: Legume/radish Cover Crops, Benefits and Management
September 30 – Part III: Cover Crop Economics
Alan Sundermeier, Ag and Natural Resources Educator, The Ohio State University Extension
Topic: Economic Impacts of Cover Crops in Conventional Cropping Systems
David Campbell – Illinois Grower
Topic: Grower Experience using Cover Crops - Benefits and Challenges
CCA Credits have been applied for in the amount of 1 hr per session. The fee for the event is $10 per session, or $30 for the entire series.
Registration information is available on line at
www.extension.uiuc.edu/stephenson, or by calling (815) 235-4125. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program contact Nikki Keltner, U of I Extension-Stephenson County at
nkeltner@illinois.edu or call (815) 235-4125.
Teleconference to Highlight Miscanthus as a Clean Energy Source
Energy drives just about everything in our daily lives . . . from the electricity that runs our televisions and computers, to the way we heat our homes, schools and businesses. As energy concerns continue to mount, researches are looking to the soil for one possible answer.
Miscanthus giganteus, a perennial grass crop, is being grown, studied and used in Illinois and around the world as an alternative energy source for heat and electricity. The tremendous amount of biomass that Miscanthus can generate in a few short years has drawn the interest of researchers, farmers and landowners.
On August 31, University of Illinois Extension is presenting the teleconference From Field to Furnace: Miscanthus as a Bioenergy Crop. Potential growers and interested community members are invited to hear about the logistics of growing and using this perennial grass crop for energy. The program will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport.
“Those attending will hear about a practical demonstration of biomass heat and power that is being developed in Christian County,” says Gary Letterly, U of I Extension natural resources educator. “This project is using existing technology in residential heating, and regional manufacturing partnerships are being identified to process perennial grasses into solid fuel pellets.”
Letterly adds that burning Miscanthus produces only as much carbon dioxide as it removes from the air, making it a clean energy source. In addition, the grass requires only minimal water and fertilizer.
For more details about this teleconference or to register contact the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County, 815-235-4125, or register on-line at
www.extension.uiuc.edu/stephenson. Cost of the program is $5 per person, and advance registration is needed.
FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
AUGUST 17 THROUGH AUGUST 23, 2009
August 17 & 19, WATER POLO GAMES. Splashland Pool, 300 N. Washington Street, Lena. 8 pm to 9 pm. Fun, competitive games of water polo. $1.50. (815-369-9165)
August 17-September 20, BOUNTY FROM THE COUNTY EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 8 pm. Discover Stephenson County's rich bounty in this Expo featuring a display of locally grown foods, wines and cheeses. Famous Fossil Vineyard and Winery from Cedarville will provide information about their vineyard, wine making and wines. Torkelson Cheese Company will provide information about their cheeses and cheesemaking, and will offer samples on selected days. Other local foods will be represented by information on the local Farmers Markets held in Freeport, Lena and Orangeville as well as information from the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension office regarding the Local Foods initiative. (815-233-1357)
August 18, IMPERIAL PALACE SUPPORTS COMMUNITY CRISIS RESPONSE FUND. Imperial Palace, 1735 S. Ihm Boulevard, Freeport. Lunch: 11 am to 2:30 pm; Dinner: 5 pm to 10 pm. Enjoy the Chinese specialties at Imperial Palace as you help raise money for the Community Crisis Response Fund. 10% of gross sales -- lunches, dinners, both carry-outs and dining-in -- on August 18 will be donated to the Fund which will be matched by the Freeport Community Foundation. The Crisis Response Fund will assist local not for profit agencies as they help our community in these tough economic times. (815-233-5944)
August 18-29, DREAMS: AN EXHIBITION BY THE MOMENTUM ART GUILD. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. A selection of pieces by Momentum Art Guild, a group of artists from Northwest Illinois which includes professional, amateur and student artists who work in all mediums. (815-235-9755)August 20, CLUB DAY AT LENA COMMUNITY PARK DISTRICT MINI GOLF. Lions Park, 609 N. Schuyler Street, Lena. 11 am to 9 pm. Every Thursday in June, July and August bring your club or group to play mini golf. $1 per person. (815-369-5351)
August 21, PRAISE IN THE PARK. Koenig Theatre, Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport. 7 pm. Enjoy The Assemblymen, a Southern Gospel group, in concert at the bandshell at beautiful Krape Park. (815-947-3063)
August 22, FREEPORT FARMERS MARKET. 721 W. South Street (CVS Parking Lot), Freeport. 8 am to 11 am. A fabulous variety of locally grown produce as well as a scrumptious selection of home-baked treats in a festive market atmosphere. Cooking demonstrations, entertainment and other special attractions on selected days. (815-235-4125)
August 22, LENA FARMERS MARKET. 100 Main Street, Lena. 8 am to 11 am. Enjoy this seasonal Farmers Market featuring a variety of locally grown produce and locally made baked goods. (815-235-4125)
August 22, ORANGEVILLE FARMERS MARKET. Richland Creek Trailhead at the Jane Addams Recreation Trail, Orangeville. 8 am to Noon. Fresh produce, fresh baked goods, crafts and more. (815-789-3113)
August 22, SILVERCREEK MUSEUM LINCOLN EXHIBIT. 2954 S. Walnut, Freeport. Noon to 4 pm. To celebrate the Abraham Lincoln bicentennial, the museum is featuring a special display of Lincoln items as well as its usual array of early Americana. Adults: $3; Children Under 12: Free. (815-235-2198)
August 22, September 5, September 20. RIVER RAT RACES. Cedar Inn, 4747 Illinois Route 26 North, Cedarville. 2 pm. Enjoy an exciting season of lawn mower racing. The September 20 race will be at 3 pm at the Grandstand at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds, 2250 S. Walnut, Freeport, during the Annual Threshing and Antique Show. (815-501-8731)
August 22, CORN BOIL/ICE CREAM SOCIAL. Trinity United Methodist Church, 2600 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport. 4 pm to 7 pm. Brats, corn on the cob, dessert and drink. Dessert Only: $3; Full Meal: $7. (815-233-0057)
August 23, WOLF HOLLOW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT SCRAMBLE. Wolf Hollow Golf Course, 6546 N. Shippee Road, Lena. 9 am. Join this great golf event to raise money for improvements to the course. Golf, cart, breakfast, lunch and prizes are included. Plus there will be a raffle offering gift certificates to area businesses, golf at area courses and a 2010 membership at Wolf Hollow. $75. (815-369-5513)
FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
AUGUST 10 THROUGH AUGUST 16, 2009
August 10 & 12, WATER POLO GAMES. Splashland Pool, 300 N. Washington Street, Lena. 8 pm to 9 pm. Fun, competitive games of water polo. $1.50. (815-369-9165)
August 10-September 20, BOUNTY FROM THE COUNTY EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 8 pm. Discover Stephenson County's rich bounty in this Expo featuring a display of locally grown foods, wines and cheeses. Famous Fossil Vineyard and Winery from Cedarville will provide information about their vineyard, wine making and wines. Torkelson Cheese Company will provide information about their cheeses and cheesemaking, and will offer samples on selected days. Other local foods will be represented by information on the local Farmers Markets held in Freeport, Lena and Orangeville as well as information from the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension office regarding the Local Foods initiative. (815-233-1357)
August 11-29, DREAMS: AN EXHIBITION BY THE MOMENTUM ART GUILD. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. A selection of pieces by Momentum Art Guild, a group of artists from Northwest Illinois which includes professional, amateur and student artists who work in all mediums. (815-235-9755)
August 12, WEDNESDAY MORNING MOVIE SERIES. Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport. 9:30 am. Enjoy "Monsters vs Aliens" for $1. From 9:30 am to 10 am, there will be fun and games and the movie starts at 10 am. Reservations are accepted for groups of 15 or more at a special group rate of $4 per person which includes admission, child-size popcorn, soft drink, candy and reserved seats (call 630-968-1600 to make a reservation). $1. (815-233-0413)
August 12, ICE CREAM SOCIAL. St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport. 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Enjoy this social with pie or cake and ice cream. Sandwiches are available at an extra charge. $3.50 (815-235-2824)
August 13, CLUB DAY AT LENA COMMUNITY PARK DISTRICT MINI GOLF. Lions Park, 609 N. Schuyler Street, Lena. 11 am to 9 pm. Every Thursday in June, July and August bring your club or group to play mini golf. $1 per person. (815-369-5351)
August 13-16, WINSLOW RIVER DAYS. Winslow, Thursday: 7 pm; Friday: 6 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 9 am. Enjoy this community festival with tournaments, a nightly beer garden, great food, entertainment, parade, pony rides, petting zoo, inner tube races, tug of war and more. (815-821-1316)
August 14, MUSIC ON CHICAGO. Chicago Avenue, Downtown Freeport. 5:30 pm to 11:30 pm. Enjoy Freeport's historic downtown with this music festival featuring blues music, great food and great drink. Bands will be Chris Oppold and Nick Moss and the Flip Flops. $3. (815-232-9000)
August 15, FREEPORT FARMERS MARKET. 721 W. South Street (CVS Parking Lot), Freeport. 8 am to 11 am. A fabulous variety of locally grown produce as well as a scrumptious selection of home-baked treats in a festive market atmosphere. Cooking demonstrations, entertainment and other special attractions on selected days. (815-235-4125)
August 15, LENA FARMERS MARKET. 100 Main Street, Lena. 8 am to 11 am. Enjoy this seasonal Farmers Market featuring a variety of locally grown produce and locally made baked goods. (815-235-4125)
August 15, ORANGEVILLE FARMERS MARKET. Richland Creek Trailhead at the Jane Addams Recreation Trail, Orangeville. 8 am to Noon. Fresh produce, fresh baked goods, crafts and more. (815-789-3113)
August 15, HOMETOWN HEROES HAPPENING. American Red Cross, 224 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. 8 am to 3 pm. The Northwest Illinois Chapter celebrates the opening of their new classroom with this fun event which will feature food and games for the entire family as well as a bake sale and vendors such as Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef and more. Plus there will be chain saw wood carving from Noon to 2 pm. (815-233-0011)
August 15, FREEPORT FUSION FESTIVAL. SK 8 Park, Read Park, 1122 S. Burchard Avenue, Freeport. Noon to 6 pm. Annual skateboard competition featuring music, contests, and much more. $10. (815-235-6114)
August 16, MINI GOLF SENIOR CITIZEN DAY. Lions Park, 609 N. Schuyler Street, Lena. Noon to 9 pm. Senior citizens play free mini-golf. Bring your grandchildren and they can play for $1. (815-369-5351)
August 16, FAMILY NIGHT AT SPLASHLAND. Splashland Pool, Lions Park, 609 N.Schuyler Street, Lena. 5 pm to 8 pm. Bring the whole family to the pool every Sunday night. Family: $5. (815-369-9165)
FREEPORT/STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS EVENTS
AUGUST 3 THROUGH AUGUST 9, 2009
August 3 & 5, WATER POLO GAMES. Splashland Pool, 300 N. Washington Street, Lena. 8 pm to 9 pm. Fun, competitive games of water polo. $1.50. (815-369-9165)
August 3-9, CIMINO'S ANNIVERSARY PARTY. Cimino's Little Italy, 421 N. Challenge Street, Freeport. 11 am to Midnight. Cimino's is celebrating 30 years of serving the Freeport area. Join them for half price pizzas all week, Chicago style hot dogs, brats and cheeseburgers on the patio, beer and drink specials, and more. Plus there will be free entertainment including Piano Guy T.J. on Wednesday, Open Mic with Aaron Whalen on Thursday, Karaoke Idol Finals, DJ and Dancing on Friday, and 80's Flashback on Saturday. (815-235-8700)
August 4-29, DREAMS: AN EXHIBITION BY THE MOMENTUM ART GUILD. Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Avenue, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: Noon to 5 pm. A selection of pieces by Momentum Art Guild, a group of artists from Northwest Illinois which includes professional, amateur and student artists who work in all mediums. (815-235-9755)
August 5-8, VOICES DV BOOK SALE. Lincoln Mall, 1255 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport. Wednesday: 2 pm to 8 pm; Thursday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 8 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 3 pm. New and used books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles, and games will be sold. Proceeds support the VOICES Domestic Violence Program. Wednesday Only: $2. (815-235-9421)
August 5-9, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY ABE". Stephenson County Historical Museum, 1440 S. Carroll Avenue, Freeport. Wednesday thru Sunday: Noon to 4 pm. Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth with this exhibit which features pictures, books and other artifacts covering the life of Lincoln and his family. Adults: $3; Children 6 and Above: $1. (815-232-8419)
August 5 & 12, WEDNESDAY MORNING MOVIE SERIES. Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport. 9:30 am. Enjoy a $1 movie (all with a G or PG rating) every Wednesday morning. From 9:30 am to 10 am, there will be fun and games and the movie starts at 10 am. Reservations are accepted for groups of 15 or more at a special group rate of $4 per person which includes admission, child-size popcorn, soft drink, candy and reserved seats (call 630-968-1600 to make a reservation). $1. (815-233-0413)
Movie Schedule:
August 5: Hotel for Dogs
August 12: Monsters V.S. Aliens
August 6, CLUB DAY AT LENA COMMUNITY PARK DISTRICT MINI GOLF. Lions Park, 609 N. Schuyler Street, Lena. 11 am to 9 pm. Every Thursday in June, July and August bring your club or group to play mini golf. $1 per person. (815-369-5351)
August 7, FAMOUS FOSSIL WINE DOWN & COOKOUT. Famous Fossil Vineyard and Winery, 395 W. Cedarville Road, Cedarville. 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm. Enjoy a summer cookout at the winery with grilled brats and burgers, fresh salads, wine specials and live music by Second Opinion, a barbershop quartet. In Advance: $10 + tax; Day of Event: $12 + tax. (815-563-4665)
August 7-8, PEARL CITY HOMECOMING FESTIVAL. Gail Johnson Memorial Boulevard, Pearl City. Friday: 6 pm to 10 pm; Saturday: 10 am to 11 pm. Pork chop barbeque, roast beef dinner, parade, cash bingo, games, raffle, food, entertainment and more. (815-443-2358)
August 7-September 20, BOUNTY FROM THE COUNTY EXPO. Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 US Highway 20 East, Freeport. 8 am to 8 pm. Discover Stephenson County's rich bounty in this Expo featuring a display of locally grown foods, wines and cheeses. Famous Fossil Vineyard and Winery from Cedarville will provide information about wine making and its history as well as information about their wines. Torkelson Cheese Company will provide information about their cheeses and cheesemaking, and will offer samples on selected days. Other local foods will be represented by information on the local Farmers Markets held in Freeport, Lena and Orangeville as well as information from the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension office regarding the Local Foods initiative. (815-233-1357)
August 8, FREEPORT FARMERS MARKET. 721 W. South Street (CVS Parking Lot), Freeport. 8 am to 11 am. A fabulous variety of locally grown produce as well as a scrumptious selection of home-baked treats in a festive market atmosphere. Cooking demonstrations, entertainment and other special attractions on selected days. (815-235-4125)
August 8, LENA FARMERS MARKET. 100 Main Street, Lena. 8 am to 11 am. Enjoy this seasonal Farmers Market featuring a variety of locally grown produce and locally made baked goods. (815-235-4125)
August 8, ORANGEVILLE FARMERS MARKET. Richland Creek Trailhead at the Jane Addams Recreation Trail, Orangeville. 8 am to Noon. Fresh produce, fresh baked goods, crafts and more. (815-789-3113)
August 8, August 22, September 5, September 20. RIVER RAT RACES. Cedar Inn, 4747 Illinois Route 26 North, Cedarville. 2 pm. Enjoy an exciting season of lawn mower racing. The September 20 race will be at 3 pm at the Grandstand at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds, 2250 S. Walnut, Freeport, during the Annual Threshing and Antique Show. (815-501-8731)
August 9, FAMILY NIGHT AT SPLASHLAND. Splashland Pool, Lions Park, 609 N.Schuyler Street, Lena. 5 pm to 8 pm. Bring the whole family to the pool every Sunday night. Family: $5. (815-369-9165)
CRUISE NIGHT 2009 Freeport, Illinois...Cruise Night 2009 is just around the corner and the excitement is building for this huge annual event in downtown Freeport, Illinois which will be held on Saturday, August 1. Parking in the display lots is expected to fill up fast again this year, but there is a way to avoid the rush and assure a place to park your pride and joy after cruising a few laps.
Car owners can reserve a spot in either the west lot (across from the Stewart Centre) on Douglas Street or in the east lot (across from Sanitary Cleaners) on Exchange Street. The cost is $10 to reserve a space in advance and car owners can do that either by contacting the Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Bureau at 815-233-1357 or online at www.freeportcruisenight.com. The cost to reserve a spot the night of the event is $5.
Once again Cruise Night is expected to be the biggest event in downtown Freeport during the year with more than 500 cars and over 5,000 people. There will be plenty of food, kids’ activities, music by Newport Project, muffler rapping contest and a burnout contest.
The stars of the event always are the cars, however, and a wide range of them are expected to be coming to Cruise Night. It’s free to come down and watch vehicles ranging from antiques to hot rods as they cruise through downtown Freeport.
Cruise Night is a family-friendly event that is sure to have something to entertain all ages. Parking lots open at 4 p.m. and cruising is from 7-10 p.m. The Muffler Rapping Contest is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Dan’s Route 66 Burnout Contest is from 7:30-9 p.m. The official sponsor of Cruise Night is J.H. Barkau & Sons.
For more information about Cruise Night, contact the Freeport/Stephenson County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 815-233-1357.
The Book Nook
New & Used Book Sale!
The VOICES Domestic Violence Program will hold its Summer Book Sale from Wednesday, August 5, 2009 through Saturday, August 8, 2009. A wide variety of hard cover and paperback books, records, tapes, puzzles, and games will be sold. Some rare and collectable books will also be available. The location of the book sale is the Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1265 West Galena Ave., Freeport, Illinois.
Hours for the book sale are:
Wednesday, August 5, 2009 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM ($2.00 admission)
Thursday, August 6, 2009 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (FREE)
Friday, August 7, 2009 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (FREE)
Saturday, August 8, 2009 9:00 AM – 3:00 P M (FREE)
All proceeds support the programs and services offered through the VOICES Domestic Violence Program. For more information contact VOICES at 815-235-9421.
The Relay for Life of Stephenson County was canceled in June because of the horrible storms that we had. We were unable to have our Luminary Ceremony which is the heart of Relay. However, we have since rescheduled the Luminary Ceremony for Saturday, August 15th beginning at 8:00 p.m. at Aquin High School on the Practice Football Field. We will be selling Luminary Bags from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for those that were not able to purchase their bags the night of Relay due to the cancellation. Our Relay for Life teams will also be there with their onsite fundraising items. We will also have our Survivor Lap and invite all of our Cancer Survivors to come walk with us.
HEY.... If you haven't already .... NOW is the time to sign up for Freeport Soccer Club & Family YMCA's
3 on 3 Soccer Tournament!!!
Please check out the link below for info and sign up info.... Deadline is July 25th so hurry...........
Promises to be a fun day with great competition!
Support our youth............ encourage our youth to be involved in something positive.......
Are you a local business? Then contact them immediately to be a sponsor and encourage our youth........ our future!
Look forward to seeing you there!!!
http://freeportsoccerclub.com/ |
FHN Calendar of Events:
July
29
Blood Pressure Screen
9:30 – 11 a.m.
Stephenson County Senior Center, 121 N. Harlem, Freeport
Open to the public; no cost or registration required. For more information on this FHN Top 50 program, call 815-599-7437.
30
Watching Your Waist
1:30 p.m.
Lena Living Center, 1010 S. Logan, Lena
Speaker is Sarajane Wise, RN. Open to the public; no cost or registration required. For more information on this FHN Top 50 program, call 815-599-7437.
August
3
Adult Diabetes Support Group
1 - 2 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
Program is Getting Enough Zzzzs – Sleep Patterns. No cost or registration required. For more information, call 815-599-6253.
4
FHN Speakers Series – Keep Your Family Healthy
6 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, lower level conference room
FHN physician Jeffrey Schleich, MD will talk about how you can keep your family healthy. The program is free; registration is required. To register or for more information, visit
www.fhn.org/familyhealth or call 815-232-2121 ext 221.
5
Arthritis Discussion
10 a.m.
Stockton Park House, Pearl Street, Stockton
Sarajane Wise, RN is the speaker for this program in cooperation with the Stephenson County Senior Center. Sponsored by Hospice of Northwest Illinois. Open to the public; no cost or registration required. For more information, call 815-599-7240.
6
H.U.G.S. (Having U for Group Support)
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital conference dining room – Lower Level
Group for those with cancer and the people who love them. For more information, call 815-599-6160.
11
Sports Physical Clinic
1 – 5 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Stockton Main Street, 109 N. Main Street, Stockton
$20 sports physicals meet IHSA requirements for all sports. They do not meet the requirement for school physicals. Proceeds are donated to the school. Call the office at 815-947-2155 for an appointment.
Caregiver Series: Lunch and Learn
1:30 p.m.
Oakley Courts Assisted Living, 3117 Kunkle Boulevard, Freeport
Join us for a panel discussion on end-of-life concerns. Open to the public; registration is required. For more information or to register, call 815-235-9777. Registration deadline is August 4.
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.
12
RTS Infant Bereavement Group
7 – 9 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room – Lower Level
Support group for individuals who have suffered loss through miscarriage, ectopic or tubal pregnancy, stillborn or newborn death. A certified grief counselor facilitates the meetings. For more information, call 815-599-6244.
13
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting for Insulin Users and Introduction to Insulin Pump Therapy
5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
This free class is essential for anyone considering insulin pump therapy who wants to understand how carbohydrate counting can help them use insulin pump therapy successfully. Registration is required; call Sue at 800-646-4633 ext. 2778.
Introduction to Insulin Pump Therapy
6 – 7 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
Free informational meeting reviews the benefits of insulin pump therapy in diabetes management. Registration required; call Jay at 800-646-4633, ext. 2615.
18
Blood Pressure Screen and Caregiver Refresher
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll
Blood pressure screen is from 9 – 9:30 a.m., followed by the caregiver refresher from 9:30 to 10:30. Open to the public; no cost or registration required. Sponsored by FHN Top 50.
The First Steps Grief Support Group
9:30 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms – Lower Level
No cost or registration required. For more information, call 815-599-6160.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
5:30 p.m.
St. John UCC, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport
Childcare is provided and transportation can be arranged. For more information, call 815-599-7343.
Women With Cancer Support Group
6:30 p.m.
FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center, 1163 W. Stephenson St., Freeport
A support group for all women touched by cancer. For more information, call 815-599-7000.