What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Aug 2 - Friday, Aug 9

This week in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton: National Night Out, pool party, family festival, birds singing, live musicians singing, stories of nature, story for seniors, stories for little children, brick-building at the library, civic meetings in your town, food pantry, knit & crochet, yoga, watercolors class, cruise night, book sale weekend, food truck Friday, and outdoor movie. Choose from everything! Check out our community calendar for even more.

26 events this week on our calendar: Friday, Aug 2 - Friday, Aug 9

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Bird Club - August - Fri Aug 2 7:30 am

Nature At The Confluence

Practice the art of noticing details while connecting with nature. This beginner-friendly bird outing will include an introduction to birding and guided stroll on our Rock River Birding & Hiking Trail, a one mile loop path. All experience levels are welcome. Binoculars provided. This guided walk will start at 7:30am at our building. [more details]

Little Science Storytime at Nature at the Confluence - Fri Aug 2 10:00 am

South Beloit Public Library

Join us on Friday mornings or Sunday afternoons for reading and activity time under our cottonwood tree. Recommended for children ages 3-5, this series will introduce our local plant and animal friends to help build nature vocabulary, as well as Spanish and American Sign Language vocabulary. Each Friday is a new nature theme, and the theme is repeated on Sundays. Please register once for the series, and join us for as many story times as you are able.  [more details]

Live Music: After5 Jazz - Fri Aug 2 6:00 pm

Hidden Creek Estates

6 - 9 p.m. A collaborative improv music project featuring traditional, smooth and original jazz compositions performed in a classic "night club" style. Food by L'Osteria. [more details]

61st Rockton American Legion Corn Boil - Sun Aug 4 12:00 pm

Rockton American Legion

Enjoy some amazing corn, great drinks, awesome people and of course an opportunity to win $2,000 in our grand prize raffle. Adults - $10, Child 6-12 - $6, Under 5 - FREE. This price includes a pork chop sandwich or brat, all the sweet corn you can eat, and all the fixin’s. [more details]

Live Music: Rya Morse - Sun Aug 4 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. [more details]

Toddler Time - Mon Aug 5 10:15 am

Talcott Free Library

Two sessions: 9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. For children ages 0-3. Come learn about Back to School this week with Miss Holly. Sing some songs, listen to a book, do a craft, and spend time with friends at the Talcott Free Library's Toddler Time program. [more details]

South Beloit City Council Meeting - Mon Aug 5 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]

Little Builders - Mon Aug 5 6:00 pm

South Beloit Public Library

Join us for an hour of play for ages 6 and under. A time for brick-building fun just right for preschoolers and their fun-loving adult. Using our building blocks, children strengthen problem solving, building, and vocabulary skills. [more details]

Euchre at Roscoe Township Community Center - Mon Aug 5 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.  Plenty of opportunities: almost 40 players have been attending, from Roscoe, Janesville, Beloit,  Rockton, Loves Park, Machesney Park, South Beloit and Rockford.  [more details]

Pool Party at Rockton Pool - Mon Aug 5 6:30 pm

Village Green Park

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.  North Suburban Library District invites patrons to enjoy some time to take a dip, swim and play, courtesy of NSLD! You don't even have to whisper. No library books allowed in the pool, though. No dogs allowed either, until maybe the end of the season. [more details]

50 North, Senior Activity Event - Tue Aug 6 1:00 pm

The Rockton Township Community Center

Come join us on Tuesday, August 6th, 1-3 pm as we enjoy the adventure of moving a house down Main Street in Rockton. Roxann Smith will share lots of pictures and the details of making such a big move.  Refreshments will be served. [more details]

National Night Out - Roscoe - Tue Aug 6 6:00 pm

Roscoe Police Department

6 - 8 p.m., on Main Street between Bridge Street and River Street, in downtown Roscoe. Cost: Free. Hosted by the Roscoe Police and Harlem-Roscoe Fire, activities at this free community block party for the whole family include games, entertainment, food, prizes, vendors, music, and a car show. As a bonus, kids will have the opportunity to rub elbows with their favorite law enforcement heroes during this evening of family entertainment and good will. Main St will be closed. [more details]

Village of Rockton Board Meeting - Tue Aug 6 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]

Watercolors Class at Roscoe Township Community Center - Wed Aug 7 10:00 am

Roscoe Township Community Center

$10 each, registration required. Join us at the Roscoe Township Community Center to learn the basics of watercolors and color theory - and create an artwork to take home. Instructor April Olsen was education manager of an art and history museum in Ohio and intern at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Milwaukee Art Museum. Beginners and painters of all levels welcome.  [more details]

Here For You Food Pantry - Wed Aug 7 4:30 pm

Saint Peter Catholic Church

4:30 p.m. Food distribution every first Wednesday of the month, in Didier Hall, sponsored by The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. In addition, each Thursday afternoon the church distributes perishable foods: milk, eggs, bread and some fresh fruits and/or vegetables. Higher food prices are causing real problems for many families struggling to provide these basics, especially the elderly or those on fixed incomes. [more details]

Rockton River Market: Cover Story - Wed Aug 7 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. Live local music is provided for your entertainment. [more details]

Knit & Crochet Circle Meeting - Wed Aug 7 6:00 pm

Talcott Free Library

A group for knitters and crocheters around Rockton, IL.  We come together at the Talcott Free Library once a month to share ideas and projects, learn something new, show what we know, and sometimes just to knit and crochet with friends and neighbors. All experience levels welcome. We meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6-7 p.m. Bring a project or some yarn and curiosity.  [more details]

Village of Roscoe Board Meeting - Wed Aug 7 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]

Storytime for Littles at South Beloit Library - Thu Aug 8 10:00 am

South Beloit Public Library

10 – 11 a.m. Join us for an hour full of activities for children 36 months and under and their caregivers. [more details]

Roscoe Village Center Cruise Nights - Thu Aug 8 5:00 pm

Roscoe Village Center

5- 8 p.m. Classic cars and live DJ in the parking lot, second Thursday of the month. Plus: car shop, DJ Joe Locke, games and prizes [more details]

Covered Bridge Days - Aug 9-11 7:30 pm

Brodhead, WI

Free music concerts downtown on Friday and Saturday evening, with two of the Midwest’s most popular bands—Cherry Pie and Bella Cain. In addition to these great music acts, Covered Bridge Days features activities at many different locations throughout Brodhead, including Beer Garden, Craft Vendors on the Downtown Square, Wild Flower Art Festival, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Garden Club Display, Kelch Museum and Gypsy Air Tours, Pontoon Rides, Tractor Pull, Food Stands, Bag Tournament, Chicken BBQ, Wild Flower Walk, and more. [more details]

Talcott Library Second Weekend Book Sale - Fri-Sat Aug 9-10 10:00 am

Talcott Library

Two days only. Friday, Aug. 9: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 10:  9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
New this month: free book section. Stock up on gently used books, audio books, CDs, and DVDs. And help support Talcott Library! [more details]

Food Truck Friday: Cantina Taco - Fri Aug 9 10:00 am

Village of Roscoe

Cantina Taco will serve lunch in the parking lot of Roscoe Village Hall from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. [more details]

Life Church Family Night - Fri Aug 9 6:00 pm

Life Church

Free. 6 - 9 p.m. Enjoy the nice summer days in an atmosphere of live music, food trucks, vendors, inflatables, games, fun and lots of laughter. This event is free, (other than the food trucks), so mark your calendars now for these fun-filled family nights. [more details]

BIFF Outdoors: Free Solo - Fri Aug 9 7:00 pm

Nature at the Confluence

Free. Experience the thrilling documentary film FREE SOLO from the great outdoors! Rated PG-13. 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Live music performed by Patten Pending, lawn games, and snacks available for purchase. 8:30-10:00 p.m.: Film screening. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages. A limited number of folding chairs and blankets are provided, or bring your own. Admission is free, donations are appreciated. [more details]

Live Music: Pistol Pete Band at Louie's - Fri Aug 9 7:00 pm

Louie's Taphouse

Pistol Pete is well-known as one of the best guitar players in the Rockford area and he's bringing his band this time. He has played with many legends in the music industry including Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Miles, Billy Cox, and Eric Gales. Pistol Pete won guitar competitions including the Jimi Hendrix Foundation Electric Guitar Competition and the Chicago Blues Challenge. [more details]

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