What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Aug 16 - Friday, Aug 23

This week in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton: butterfly gardening, Rockton River Market, free summer picnic for seniors, no food truck on Friday but free lunch instead, teen book swap, live music, civic meetings, scrapbooking class, silent reading, artisan market, teen writers club, food pantry, and free paper shredding.

20 events this week on our calendar: Friday, Aug 16 - Friday, Aug 23

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FEATURED EVENTS

Cross & Crown Lutheran Church Monthly Luncheon - Fri Aug 16 12:00 pm

Cross & Crown Lutheran Church

Take a break from the summer heat and join us for lunch at no cost to you on Friday, August 16th at 12:00 p.m. Our menu includes delicious Taco soup, Cheese Quesadillas, salad, and yummy desserts! All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!! [more details]

Other Events

CANCELED: Food Truck Friday: Benchwarmers - Fri Aug 16 11:00 am

Village of Roscoe

Benchwarmers of Freeport had to cancel again, but TamaleLand is supposed to come on Aug. 23. [more details]

Teen Book Swap - Talcott Library - Fri Aug 16 4:00 pm

Talcott Free Library

Grades 6-12. Come trade your favorite gently used YA book for someone else’s. Snacks will be provided. No school books.
[more details]

Live Music: Redwood at Louie's - Fri Aug 16 7:00 pm

Louie's Tap House

This is Redwood's debut at Louie's Tap House. Redwood is an acoustic duo comprised of Riley Sanders (guitar, vocals) and Cassidy Campbell (vocals), both from Rockford, IL. Covering a range of music with a soulful flare and a sprinkle of originals, we will be quick to become your favorite acoustic duo around. Playing Country, Classic Rock, Blues, Soul, & more! [more details]

Free Shredding Day - Sat Aug 17 9:00 am

First National Bank and Trust

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This free service will be limited to six boxes of shred per person to allow all community members a chance to have their personal documents shred. First National Bank and Trust recommends shredding receipts, bank statements, and unused credit card offers as sound advice to prevent identity fraud. [more details]

Roscoe Gardening Club: Butterfly Gardening - Sat Aug 17 10:00 am

Roscoe Township Community Center

Lindi Toohill, the "butterfly lady" at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens will speak about the art of butterfly gardening. Lyndi has been with NGC since February 2011 and coordinates one of the facility's most popular annual exhibits, "Secret Life of Butterflies."The Roscoe Gardening Club's meeting are free to all who wish to attend. [more details]

Talcott Library Silent Book Club - Sat Aug 17 11:00 am

Talcott Free Library

Shhh...We’re reading. Bring your own book or find one on our shelves for an hour of silent reading. Beverages and chatting are welcome. [more details]

Live Music: Todd Lorenc at After the Vine - Sat Aug 17 6:00 pm

After the Vine

6-8 p.m. Todd Lorenc, our favorite ukulele player comes to After The Vine for a great night of music. Todd Lorenc’s ukulele music brings a relaxing vibe to our little wine shop, with the girls serving up new and delicious wine cocktails. 
[more details]

Roscoe Artisan Market at Louie's - Sun Aug 18 10:00 am

Louie's Tap House

10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Stateline Events will be showcasing the area's finest artisans in fashion, food, home goods, and art.  Future Dates: September 8

[more details]

Live Music: Rya Morse - Sun Aug 18 11:00 am

Hidden Creek Estates

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rya Morse is a rock-soul singer-songwriter who will rock your world and stir your soul. Or rock your soul and stir your world - you decide. Food by L'Osteria.
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Live Music: L A Drive at After the Vine - Sun Aug 18 1:00 pm

After the Vine

1 - 4 p.m. Free. Longtime friends Al Buisker + Laura Lanza put a new spin on classic tunes. Toe tapping leads, soul soothing harmonies, and instrumental variety are the heartbeat of LA Drive. This band plays easy listening acoustic music: contemporary and vintage, country, oldies, folk. [more details]

Teen Writers Club - Mon Aug 19 4:00 pm

Talcott Free Library

4-5 p.m. Do you like to write short stories, poetry, or prose (such as news articles, maybe)? Come share your work and get feedback from other writers like you.  Optional writing prompts provided. For ages 13-19.
[more details]

South Beloit City Council Meeting - Mon Aug 19 5:00 pm

South Beloit City Hall

The regular City Council meeting will begin at 5 p.m. at City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Blvd., South Beloit, IL. All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers. The public is welcome to attend.  [more details]

LEGO Club at South Beloit Library - Mon Aug 19 6:00 pm

South Beloit Public Library

6 - 7 p.m. Third Monday of the month at 6-7 p.m. for ages 6 and up.

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50 North, Senior Activity Event - Tue Aug 20 1:00 pm

Settlers Park

Come join us for our annual summer picnic at Settlers Park, 200 Hawick Street, Rockton, Tuesday, August 20 from 1-3 p.m. Brats and hot dogs will be served by the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department.  Rain or shine, plan to come eat with us!  Rain location will be Rockton Township building at 1315 N. Blackhawk Blvd. [more details]

Village of Roscoe Board Meeting - Tue Aug 20 6:30 pm

Village of Roscoe

The semi-monthly meeting of the Village of Roscoe Board of Trustees. After the regular board meeting, the trustees reconvene as the Committee of the Whole to talk over future plans and ideas. Citizens are invited to give public comments to the board at the beginning and end of each meeting.
Please attend in person, or join virtually. [more details]

Rockton Village Board of Trustees - Tue Aug 20 7:00 pm

Village of Rockton Municipal Center

The Village of Rockton Board of Trustees meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The public is invited. [more details]

Rockton River Market: Hanks Neighbors - Wed Aug 21 5:00 pm

Settlers Park

Come for the shopping, stay for the music! The Rockton River Market provides a comfortable atmosphere with food trucks, drinks, and local artisans. [more details]

Beginner Scrapbooking Class - Wed Aug 21 5:30 pm

Roscoe Township Community Center

Create a Simple Page kit of your choice for free. Learn about scrapbooking tools and albums. Together we’ll create a 2 page spread and experience the fun of sharing memories.  [more details]

Here For You Food Pantry - Thu Aug 22 12:00 pm

Saint Peter Catholic Church

12 - 4 p.m. This Thursday afternoon perishable foods pantry offers milk, eggs, bread and some fresh fruits and/or vegetables. In addition, there is a food distribution every first Wednesday of the month, in Didier Hall, sponsored by The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. [more details]

Yes, you're in the loop! For more things to do, or to post your own event, visit our Community Calendar.

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