What to do in Rockton and Roscoe this weekend: Nov 25-27

Visit Rockton's art gallery, don't miss Roscoe's museum, plus two chances for live music and wine - all opportunities to be thankful.

4 things to do this weekend: Friday, Nov 25 - Sunday, Nov 27

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Live Music: Kevin Burns at After the Vine - Fri Nov 25 5:00 pm

After the Vine, Rockton

5 - 8 p.m. Free.
Kevin Burns is back and live. This multi-talented musician and entertainer plays and sings all genres of acoustic music (and takes photographs too.) Taste some great wines, listen to great music. [more details]

Historic Auto Attractions - Last Weekend of the Season - Sat Nov 26 12:00 am

Historic Auto Attractions, Roscoe

Nov 25-27, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. This weekend only: $20/adults, $10/students.  It's the last weekend open for the year - much more than historic autos - and they're saying "Thank You" to all of our wonderful guests. For the final weekend, admissions are reduced and everything in the gift shop is 50% off  [more details]

Artist's Reception with Jerry Jacobs - Sat Nov 26 1:00 pm

Jill Rae Finally Art Studio & Gallery, Rockton

1 -3 p.m. Free.
An artist's reception with featured artist Jerry Jacobs will be held from 1 -3 p.m. His exhibit, "California Dream'n on Such a Winter's Day," will be on display at the gallery through Dec. 23, 2022.

Jerry, longtime resident of Rockton, IL, says about his "neon drawings," "I create the colorful vibe of Boho Hippy Art for the unique individual. I take my inspiration from the Art Nouveau of the 1890's Paris and 1960's Haight-Ashbury scene." [more details]

Live Music: Fred & Ginger - Sun Nov 27 2:00 pm

After the Vine, Rockton

2 - 5 p.m. 
Returning to After The Vine, Fred & Ginger play 60s music, current music, and everything in between. Come sip some wine today and enjoy the music (dancing optional). Outside seating available.

[more details]

Just enough for the weekend! For more things to do, or to post your own event, visit our Community Calendar.

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