What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Oct 25 - Friday, Nov 1

This week in Rockton, Roscoe, South Beloit: spooky parties, actor and orator by candlelight,  truck or treat, trick or treat, food trucks, food pantry, live music, gardening, learning, history, knitting, and more.

14 events this week on our calendar: Friday, Oct 25 - Friday, Nov 1 

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Food Truck Friday: Richie’s Smokin’ BBQ - Fri Oct 25 4:00 pm

Rockton American Legion

This month’s food truck Friday will be with the awesome crew of Richie’s Smokin’ BBQ, with BBQ sandwiches (brisket, pork and chicken), mac & cheese, baked beans, and drinks. [more details]

Live Music: VanDwellers - Fri Oct 25 7:00 pm

Louie's Tap House

The Wisconsin-based band plays a mix of both original songs and a wide range of your favorite cover songs. VanDwellers officially formed in 2020, but the two brothers who make up the band - Tyler and Tanner Burt - have been playing music together all their lives. They grew up in a very musical household, constantly making music with their parents and other siblings from a young age. Their parents performed for weddings as a duo. All this served as a great inspiration to grow as musicians. [more details]

Faith Community Food Pantry - Sat Oct 26 8:00 am

Faith Community Stateline

The Faith Community Cupboard drive-thru food pantry is available from 8 am. to 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays. [more details]

Halloween Costume Parade & Party - Sat Oct 26 10:00 am

Horace White Park

Join us Downtown Beloit for a morning of fun from 10-1 with a costume parade, magician, pumpkins, and trick or treating among our businesses and Farmers' Market.  [more details]

Roscoe Gardening Club: Winterizing Your Garden - Sat Oct 26 10:00 am

Roscoe Township Community Center

Allyson Rosemore of Owl Roost Farm will help you learn how and when to prepare your garden for the upcoming winter. The Roscoe Gardening Club's meetings are free to all who wish to attend. [more details]

South Beloit Truck or Treat - Sat Oct 26 3:00 pm

South Beloit City Park

3 - 4:30 p.m. Mark your calendars for Trunk or Treat in the South Beloit City Park with the City of South Beloit's Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and the South Beloit Lions Club. Don't forget to wear your costume for this afternoon of free family fun. [more details]

Main St. Trick or Treat - Mon Oct 28 1:00 pm

Downtown Rockton

1:00- 3:00 p.m. Come join the Downtown Rockton businesses along Main St., Hawick St. and beyond as we celebrate Halloween with trick or treating and costumes. Feel free to start at MembersAlliance Credit Union's booth outside Village Hall and continue along Main St. and Hawick St. We can't wait to see all the goblins and ghouls and garish costumes galore! [more details]

Music in the Quarry: Silhouette - Mon Oct 28 4:00 pm

Farmers Rising

$10/person, All ages. Join us for an intimate, sunset hike-in musical event in our magical limestone quarry. Participants are invited to bring their own picnic and beverages along with a blanket or camping chair. BYOB! Enjoy a sunset acoustic session with local music group, Silhouette.  Approximately 1/2 mile on uneven terrain. Pack in, pack out. Sturdy hiking shoes are recommended. Dress for the weather. Registration on our website. [more details]

Food Truck: The Olive Branch - Wed Oct 30 5:00 pm

Settlers Park

5 -8 p.m. Come by and get your Greek on in Rockton - every Wednesday until Christmas. Bringing Greek street food to the 815 area. You can even order online and pick it up at Settlers Park. [more details]

Prairie Hill School Board Meeting - Wed Oct 30 5:30 pm

Willowbrook Middle School Library

Typically held the last Wednesday of the month. School board meetings are held in public. In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, school board members may discuss issues with the public only during the public comment portion of the board meeting. [more details]

History of the Roscoe Fall Festival - Wed Oct 30 6:00 pm

Roscoe Township Community Center

Come hear about the history of the Roscoe Fall Festival. The fall festival is one of the longest running festivals in the regionm going back to 1910. Sponsored by the Roscoe Township Historical Society.
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Live Performance: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Wed Oct 30 7:30 pm

Inkwell Books & Threads

From the team that brought you, “An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe,” comes a new concept based on another classic American spooky tale: “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving, performed by candlelight in its entirety by actor and orator Alastair Morley Jaques. Don't worry, there won't actually be any open flames. Get your tickets online. [more details]

Knitting Night - Fri Nov 1 6:00 pm

Roscoe Township Community Center

Unwind and connect with fellow yarn enthusiasts (knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers, felters) at our local Knit Night. Whether you're a seasoned fiber enthusiast or just starting out, our monthly gathering is the perfect opportunity to share tips, learn new techniques, and enjoy a cozy evening with friends. Bring your current project, a favorite pattern, or just yourself and a good attitude. All skill levels are welcome. We'll provide the coffee, tea, and light snacks. [more details]

A Night of Acoustic Tunes at the Rusty Wheel - Fri Nov 1 7:00 pm

The Rusty Wheel, South Beloit

Jordyn Jenkins, a solo singer/acoustic guitar player, performs as Acoustic Reverie, with a variety of covers of rock, country, and pop from 80's to today. [more details]

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