What's happening in the Stateline - Friday, Dec 29 - Friday, Jan 5
Check out our calendar to see what's happening this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
This week: celebrate, hike under the moon, help four-legged friends, play games, drink hot chocolate, do yoga, play euchre, observe your government, pick up food, or help restore nature. You can add your own events too.
9 events this week on our calendar: Friday, Dec 29 - Friday, Jan 5
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FEATURED EVENTS
Pennies for Paws for Noahs Ark - Sat Dec 30 1:30 pm
Jimez Sports Bar
JimeZ in Roscoe has been taking donations and Pennies for Paws in December. We have been filing a pail, with everyone's spare pocket change, to give to Noah's Ark. Saturday the 30th we will be counting it, and giving it to Noah's Ark. A four-legged friend who is available for adoption will be here to receive it. We are running food and drink specials all day to thank everyone. [more details]
Other Events
Howl at the Moon Hike at Hononegah Forest Preserve - Fri Dec 29 4:30 pm
Hononegah Forest Preserve
Join FPWC Deputy Eiten for a fun night hike at Hononegah Forest Preserve. Experience the preserves at night, listen for nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy s'mores! Please meet at Towering Pines Shelterhouse. This event is FREE and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome. RSVP online [more details]
50 North, Senior Activity Event - Tue Jan 2 1:00 pm
Rockton Community Centre
Come join us on Tuesday, January 2nd, from 1-3 pm for a relaxing day of games and hot chocolate! Bring a game or join in with one of ours and relax and unwind as we celebrate our first event of the New Year! Bring a friend or just come yourself....and enjoy the afternoon! Hoping to end the day together with a game of left, right, center! [more details]
South Beloit City Council Meeting - Tue Jan 2 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]
Euchre at Roscoe Township Community Center - Tue Jan 2 6:30 pm
Roscoe Township Community Center
6:30 p.m. to about 9:30 p.m. Euchre, tournament style play, small fee to play Questions? Contact Lanny Wong, 815-315-2398. [more details]
Here For You Food Pantry - Wed Jan 3 4:30 pm
Saint Peter Catholic Church
Sponsored by The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, every first Wednesday of the month, in Didier Hall. [more details]
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting - Wed Jan 3 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 - Wed Jan 3 7:00 pm
Village of Rockton Municipal Center
The Village of Rockton Board of Trustees normally meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The public is invited. [more details]
Every Thursday Stewardship Day at Lost Flora Fen - Thu Jan 4 9:00 am
Lost Flora Fen on Raccoon Creek
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lost Flora Fen on Raccoon Creek is Natural Land Institute’s second largest preserve at nearly 400 acres. Raccoon Creek meanders through it, there is a boardwalk in the northern part where the fen is, there are agricultural fields and natural areas. Volunteers will help with restoring fields to native grassland habitat, maintenance of the boardwalk, mowing, seeding, prescribed burns and other tasks as needed. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy closed toe shoes. [more details]
There, you're in the loop! For more things to do, or to post your own event, visit our Community Calendar.
