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Ongoing & Upcoming Attractions: Week of Oct. 15-21, 2014
Ongoing Attractions
Alcoholics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-227-4633 or 815-968-0333.
All Together in Grief – Peterson Meadows Retirement Community, 6401 Newburg Road. Meets every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Info: Noreen Schmitt, 815-227-0101.
Anderson Japanese Gardens – 318 Spring Creek Road. Hosts lectures the third Thursday of each month thru October, and the second Tuesday of November. Info: 815-229-9390.
Angelic Organics Learning Center – 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Various classes & activities throughout the year. Info: 815-389-8455.
Apple River Fort State Historic Site – 311 E. Myrtle St., Elizabeth, Ill. Open Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Historic re-enactors portray life during the Black Hawk War. Info: 815-858-2028 or www.appleriverfort.org.
Atwood Environmental Center – 2685 New Milford School Road, Rockford. Now open Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with feeding time for Birds of Prey at 1. Info: 815-874-7576.
Beckman Mill Park – 11600 S. County Road H, off Highway 81. Info: 608 -751-1551.
BMO Harris Bank Center – 300 Elm St. Tickets/Info: 815-968-5600.
The Bridge Center of Rockford – 4861 American Road. Games & classes for beginners through experts. Info: 815-873-9334.
Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodward Exhibit Hall, admission 42 members, $4 public plus general Museum admission.Admission: $ 4-12, free for children younger than 4 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. Info: 815-965-3433.
Camp Grant – 1004 Samuelson Road. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.-Sat. Restaurant on premises. Info: 815-395-0679.
CoCo Key Water Resort – Best Western Clock Tower Resort & Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. Info: 815-398-6000.
Coronado PAC – 314 N. Main St. Info: 815-968-0595.
John Deere Historic Site – 8334 S. Clinton St., Grand Detour. Opens for the season May 2. See a recreation of the original blacksmith shop and other attractions. Info: 815-652-4551.
Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. New expanded hours: Sun.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $12 public, $10 members. Info: 815-963-6769.
Divorce Care Support Group – Rock Church, 6732 Harrison Ave. Meets for 13 weeks on Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Info: 815-229-7600.
Elite Defense Systems Self-Defense Center – 5695 Strathmoor Drive. Daily classes. New: Krav Maga classes. Info: 815-885-4758.
Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $8 adults, $5 student, $10 family. Info: 815-962-7402.
Family Counseling Services Veterans' Self-Help Group – FCS Agency office, 210 N. Longwood St. 6-7 p.m. every Tuesday. Self-guided, self-help group. A Licensed Clinical Social worker will be on site and on call at no cost. Free coffee and water available. Info: 815-962-5585.
First Steps Support Group for the Newly Bereaved – Hosted by Northern Illinois Hospice. Meets periodically; call for schedule. Info: 815-398-0500.
FitMe Wellness – Next to Hilander, Spring Creek & Mulford roads. Info: 815-904-6000.
Forest City Brewers – Monthly meetings first Wed. of each month, 7 p.m. at Thunder Bay Grille, 7652 Potawatomi Trail. "Tasters Guild" meetings at 7 p.m. third Wed. of each month at Der Rathskeller, 1132 Auburn St. Info/membership: www.forestcitybrewers.org or email@example.com.
Graham-Ginestra House Museum – 1115 S. Main St. Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Info: 815-968-6044.
Group Hope Depression Bipolar Meetings – Rockford School of Medicine, 1601 Parkview Ave. Every second and fourth Thursday 6:15-7:30 p.m. Info: 815-398-9628.
Having Trouble Hearing on the Phone? – Center for Sight & Hearing, 8038 Macintosh Lane. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Free amplified phone program. Must be Illinois resident and have standard phone service. Application/info: 815-332-6800.
Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 2821 Bell School Road, Rockford. Classes in yoga, strength training, Qigong, line dancing and support group. Info: 815-395-5649 or healingpathwayscrc.org.
Health Classes/Seniors Meetings/Support Groups – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-395-4505.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off – Rock River Water Reclamation District, 3333 Kishwaukee St. Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.
IL-WI Stateline Atheist Society – Humanists, skeptics, agnostics and atheists – activities and meetings for like-minded individuals. Info: http://statelineatheistsociety.com.
Ingersoll Learning Links – Family golf at Ingersoll Golf Course, 101 Daisyfield Road. Holes ranging from 60-105 yards with open practice times Sundays, 1-5 p.m. thru late September. Additional open times are Wednesdays, June 11-Aug. 20, 4-7 p.m. and Fridays, June 20-Aug. 22, 9 a.m.-noon. Call 815-987-8834 to confirm hours. Admission fees $1 ages 17 and younger, $3 ages 18 and older ($1 if accompanied by youth ages 17 and younger). Park District golf permit holders play free. Info: 815-968-7529 (You Play) or www.golfrockford.org.
Junior StreetHogs Arena – Booker Washington Community Center, 524 Kent St. Outreach street hockey program for youth. Info: 815-969-4072.
Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Recycling Centers – 4665 Hydraulic Road, Rockford, off South Alpine Road, and 13125 N. 2nd St., Roscoe, 1/2 mile north of McCurry Road. Hours: 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday. Info; 815-637-1343 or www.knib.org.
Ken-Rock Community Center – 3218 11th St. Various activities throughout the year. Now offering Zumba Fitness classes every Mon. and Fri., 9-10 a.m. $5 per class. Variety of free classes for adults and children. Info: 815-398-8864.
Kishwaukee Valley A.B.A.T.E. Meeting – V.F.W., 2018 Windsor Road, Loves Park. Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Info: 815-544-3088.
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Meditation in the Garden, weekly on Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 815-965-8146.
Lewis Lemon Community Center – 1993 Mulberry St. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-11 p.m. Free. Info: 815-987-8800.
Magic Waters Waterpark – 7820 N. CherryVale Mall Dr., Cherry Valley. Closed for the season. Info: 815-987-8852.
Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. Info: 815-969-1999.
Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Mon.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Info: 815-397-9112.
Narcotics Anonymous – Call for locations/times/info: 815-964-5959 or 888-656-7329.
Native American Awareness Committee – Burpee Natural History Museum, 737 N. Main St. 7 p.m. Meets 4th Tues. every month. Now planning for 20th Annual "Honor the Mounds" in 2015. Looking forward to making new friends and getting new members. Info: Mac "Spotted Horse" at 779-423-1260.
New Beginnings Social Group for Grief & Healing – Christian Life Retirement Center, 2750 N. Mulford Road. For adults of all ages who have participated in grief support groups and feel ready to build a new bridge to their futures. All are welcome. Pre-registration is required. Info: 815-398-0500.
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St. Open Tues.-Sat. (closed Mon.): hours vary, check website or call. Admission: $6 resident, $8 non-resident, free for children 4 and younger. Water features, seating areas and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. Changing seasonal floral displays, special events, educational programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals of meeting/event room available. Gift shop. Info: www.rockfordparkdistrict.org or 815-987-8800.
Northern Illinois Hospice & Grief Center – 4215 Newburg Road. Various support groups for children, teens and adults starting in October. Info: 815-398-0500.
Northern Illinois Medical Group – 5301 E. State St. Qigong classes offered at various times, based on demand and class progression. Info: 815-397-8500.
Open Doors – Court Street United Methodist Church Chapel, 215 N. Court St. 12:30-1 p.m. Every Wed. Enter north end. Info: 815-962-6061.
Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St. Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.
Represent.Us Rockford – Meetings at Kate's Pie Shop inside East Branch of Rockford Public Library, 6685 E. State St. the second Saturday of each month from noon-1:30 p.m.
Rock River Valley Blood Center – 419 N. Sixth St. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat., 7-11 a.m. Belvidere Donor Center – 1740 S. State St. Mon.-Tues., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Second Sat. of each month, 7-11 a.m. Freeport Donor Center – 461 E. South St. Mon.-Tues., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Second Sat. of each month, 7- 11 a.m. Perryville Donor Center – 3065 N. Perryville Road. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. Sat. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-8751 or 866-889-9037 or www.rrvbc.org.
ROCK Swim and Fitness – 3800 E. State St. Zumba classes, 9 a.m. Tuesdays. Age 1 and older. $5 drop-in fee for non-members. Info: 815-381-0765.
Rock Valley Ski Association – Thunder Bay Grille, 7652 Potawatomi Trail. Meets second Tues. of each month. Info: www.SkiRockford.org.
Rockford Area H.O.U.S.E. – Home schooling support group open to all families in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. All educational and religious philosophies welcome. ClassesTuesdays,10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. www.rockfordareahouse.blogspot.com.
Rockford City Market – Water Street north of East State St. 3-8 p.m. Open every Friday until Oct. 17. Features 65+ vendors. Info: www.rockfordcitymarket.com.
Rockford Park District – Various programs available throughout the year. Program Guides now available at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org. Time 2 Play Neighborhood Playground free programs start June 16, run thru Aug. 8. Registration is required at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org or on site the first day of the program; participants need to complete a registration for each location they choose to attend. Info: 815-987-8800.
Rockford Public Library – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open Mon.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rock River and Montague branches open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rockton Centre Branch open Mon.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Lewis Lemon Branch open Mon.-Fri., 2-6 p.m. All library locations closed Sundays.
Rockford Public Library Used Book Shop – Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St. Tues.- Thurs., Noon.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 815-965-7606
Rockton Township Historical Society Museum – Corner of Blackhawk Boulevard & Green Street, Rockton. Open for tours every Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 815-624-8200 or 815-629-2210.
Second Congregational/First Presbyterian Church – 318 N. Church St. Sunday worship: 10 a.m. Info: 815-963-8481.
Spectrum of Rockford – Harmony Center for Holistic Psychotherapy, 6625 N. Second St., Loves Park. Various LGBTQA groups. Lesbian & Bisexual Women's Group meets Tuesdays from 8-9:30 p.m. Must call to pre-register. Cost: $20 per session. Info: 815-639-0300.
Summerfield Zoo – 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere. Hours: Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $8 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children. Info: 815-547-4852.
Stretch & Belly Dance Combo Beginners' Class – Club Round, 7120 Windsor Lake Parkway. 7:30-9 p.m. Classes every Mon., Wed. & Fri. Registration/info: 815-639-0300.
Support Groups/Youth Drop-in Hours – Diversity of Rockford, 117 S. Third St. Free. Weekly. Call for specific meetings/dates/info: 815-964-2639.
Support for Retired Grievers – Zion Lutheran Church, 925 Fifth Ave. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Every other Wed. Call for dates/info: 815-636-4750.
Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1 and 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. Info: 815-964-2424.
Toddler Time – Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2001 N. Alpine Road. 9:15-10:15 a.m. Every Mon. and Tues. Free. Info: 815-399-3171.
Vintage Wings & Wheels Museum – 5151 Orth Road, Poplar Grove. Open Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 ages 7-17, under 7, free. Family rate, $12. Info: 815-547-3115.
Volcano Falls Adventure Park – 7602 Rock Valley Parkway. Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 3-8 p.m., Fri., 3-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-8 p.m. Info: 815-282-2100.
West Rock Wake Park – Levings Lake, 1420 S. Pierpont Ave. Various prices for different riders. Reservations strongly recommended. Open daily 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Info: 815-596-9025 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Wild Westmor Lanes – 2407 N. Central Ave., Rockford. Open bowling daily, $1 draft beers. Info: 815-963-7210.
Windsor Lake Regional Activity Center – 7212 N. Alpine Road, Loves Park. Rockford Park District and Paddle and Trail of Loves Park. Now offering: Mad Anglers Fishing Club, Windsor Lake Fishing League, Paddlesport instruction and rental, RAC memberships through Paddle and Trail, group and corporate outings, boat storage, special women's and youth programs. Info: www.paddleandtrail.com.
Winnebago County Health Department – For flu clinic schedule and prices, go to www.wchd.org or call 815-720-4264.
Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Yoga every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. $40/four classes or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Other activities throughout the year. Info: 815-877-0118.
The Wool Gathering – Knitting & crocheting group meets every Wed. & Thurs. at 6156 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free knitting lessons on the last Wednesday of each month, 4-5 p.m.
Frank Lloyd Wright Museum – Laurent House Foundation announces that the tour season has been extended and will remain open year round. Info: wwwllaurenthouse.com.
YMCA of Rock River Valley – I.D. Pennock Branch, 200 Y Blvd., 815-489-1252. Northeast Branch, 8451 Orth Road, Loves Park. 815-489-3352.
Yoga Classes – Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 Third Ave., Rockford. Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m., six weeks consecutive, $45 or single classes, $10 each. Register/Info: 815-963-4815.
Registration Needed
Registration for Awana Children's Program – Prince of Peace Church, 2336 Freeport Road, Rockton. All children welcome; pre-school thru 6th grade. Regular program hours: Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. One-time registration fee per year is $25, which includes a lesson book and carrying bag. Sponsors to help with registration costs are welcome. Info: awana.org or 815-624-2115.
Registration for After School Thursday Ice Skating Sessions – Riverview Ice House, 324 N. Madison St. Dates: Thurs., thru May 28, 2015, 3:30-4:50 p.m. For children in grades Pre-K-12. Fee for students and adult/chaperones is $3/person including skate rental. Register at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/iceskate or 815-969-4069.
Registration for Advanced Balance – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Mon. and Wed., 9 -10 a.m. Registration is required. Call to find out when the next 12-week program begins. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Balance – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Mon. and Wed. or Tues. and Thurs. Call to find out when the next 12-week program begins. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Laurent House Tours – Depart by shuttle bus from Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road, Rockford, at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Minimum group size is four people. Dates: Oct. 25, 26. Admission: $15/person. Best suited for children over age 8. Season has been extended thru the year. Info: www.laurenthouse.com/visit.
Information on "I Think Green" Program – University of Illinois Extension Boone County, 205 Cadillac Court, Belvidere. For kids in grades 3-5. Lessons draw from Jr. Master Gardener curriculum and U of I Extension curriculum, Scientific Inquiry with Butterflies and Adventures of Herman the Worm. Info: 815-544-3710 or http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.
Registration for "Stepping On" Classes – Sept. 10-Oct. 22, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Beloit Senior Center, 631 Bluff St., Beloit, Wis. Info: 608-758-8455 or www.co.rock.wi.us/aging.
Registration for Balance Classes – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Mondays and Wednesdays. Registration is required. Call to find out when the next 12-week program begins. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Advanced Balance Classes – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Mondays and Wednesdays. Registration is required. Call to find out when the next 12-week program begins. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Dance Fitness – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates: Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 11-11:40 a.m. Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate rate and senior citizens 65 and older); /430 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Learn to Skate Classes – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perrryville Road. Ages 3-adult. Each lesson includes 30 min. instruction and 15 min. practice time. Fees start at $42 ($47 non-resident). Classes meet once a week for 5 weeks; skates provided. Info: 815-969-4069, (TTY, 888-871-6171) or online at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.
Registration for Youth Development Soccer Program – Lions '82 S.C. at Hawes Park, Roscoe. Dates: 5:30-7:30 p.m. thru Oct. 16. Cost: $50, includes licensed, experienced coaches, training shirt, weekly training sessions and opportunity to play in area leagues. Info: http://hysasoccer.org/index.php?page=Events and http://hysasoccer.org/index.php?page=academy.
GPS Faith Community Farmers' Market – 10714 N. Second St., Machesney Park. Open every Thurs., 3:30-7:30 p.m. thru Oct. 23. Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, oils, honey, eggs, coffee, food items, crafts.
Registration for Healthy Heart Screenings – SwedishAmerican Cardiac Rehab, 209 Ninth St., Suite 101, Rockford. Available the first and third Tuesday of every month. Includes a cholesterol screening; body mass index (BMI); cardiac risk screening; blood pressure; glucose checks. Fee: $25 payable in cash or check at time of appointment. By appointment at 815-490-5863.
Registration for Online courses from UW-Rock – Understanding the Cloud, Introduction to Microsoft Access 2013, Write Effective Web Content, Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2014, Happy & Healthy Pregnancy, more. Begins Aug. 20, most run for 6 weeks at a cost of $99. Info: http://www.ed2go.com/uwrockce/ or call 608-758-6565, ext. 360.
Registration for Youth Indoor Volleyball Programs – Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park. For ages 5-8, next 5-week evening sessions begin Nov. 23. Fee for each session is $40 per person ($50 non-resident). For ages 8-11, next sessions begin Sept. 19 and Nov. 21. Fee per session is $65 per person ($75 non-resident). Info: 815-987-8800.
The Arc of Winnebago County has solidified its Fall/Winter Program Schedule. To register for classes or for more information, call The Arc at 815-965-3455.
Registration for Shooting and Stick Handling Clinic – Jr. IceHogs Off-Ice Training Facility, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 3-24, 6-6:45 p.m. For players ages 6 and older. Fee: $30 ($35 non-resident). Info: 815-969-4069 or 815-987-8800.
Registration for Puck Stoppers – Jr. IceHogs Off-Ice Training Facility, Rockford. Dates: Nov. 3-24, 6-6:45 p.m. Ages 6 and older. Fee: $40 ($50 non-resident. Info: 815-969-4069 or 815-987-8800.
Registration for Living Well Workshops – Rock County Council on Aging, 3328 Hwy. 51 N., Janesville, Wis. Dates: Sept. 16-Oct. 21, 5:30-8 p.m. For adults with chronic health conditions and their caregivers. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $15. Info: 608-758-8455.
Registration for Cheer on Ice – Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park. Dates: Sessions begin Nov. 4. Fee is $45 ($50 non-resident). Synchronized Skating: Next sessions begin Nov. 8. Fee is $45 ($50 non-resident). New Family Skating Program: So You Want to Learn to Skate? – classes designed for all ages (3 and older).Sessions begin Nov. 8 at Carlson Ice Arena. Info: 815-969-4069 or www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/iceskate (click My RPD).
Donate Blood with the American Red Cross in support of organ transplant and other patients. October is Liver Awareness Month. To make an appointment, eligible donors are encouraged to download the new Red Cross Blood Donor App from app stores or text BLOODAPP to 90999 , visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Registration for Infant & Toddler CPR – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Conference Rooms, 5666 E. State St. Date: Oct. 20, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $25 per couple or $12.50 individual. Registration is free to those registered in one of the prenatal classes. Info: 815-227-2695.
Registration for Pediatric Services Pre-Operation Safari Tour – OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, 5666 E. State St. Dates: Mon., Oct. 13, 20, 27 and Tues., Oct. 14, 21, 28. Tours at 4-5 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. Helps children know what to expect before surgery. Free. Registerat 815-227-2055.
Registration for "Flow Motion" – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates: Mon., Oct. 12, 19, 26, 7:30-8:15 a.m.; Wed., Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28; and Fri., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:15-7 p.m. Helps enhance relaxation and reduce stress. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate and senior citizens 65 ad older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for "Golden Motion" – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates Mon., Oct. 12, 19, 26, 8:20-8:50 a.m.; Wed., Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28; and Fri., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. For people 50 and older; designed to increase endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate and senior citizens 65 ad older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for "Loosen Up" – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates: Mon., Oct. 12, 19, 26, 10:30-11:10 a.m.; Wed., Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28; and Fri., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. Designed to release muscle tension through stretching and flexibility movements. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate and senior citizens 65 ad older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Piloxing – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates: Tues., Oct. 13, 20, 27, 6-6:45 p.m. and Thurs. Oct. 15, 22, 29, 6-7 p.m. Blends the power, speed and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of Pilates. Also features dance moves that promote muscle-toning and fat-burning. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate and senior citizens 65 ad older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Registration for Power Pilates Express – OSF Saint Anthony Center for Health, 5510 E. State St. Dates: Mon., Oct. 12, 19, 26, 12;15-12:45 p.m.; Wed., Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 5-5:25 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29. Cost: Purchase a day pass to attend any or all classes offered that day or pay for a month to attend an unlimited number of classes and use the fitness center facility. Day pass: $5; Monthly pass: $25 (corporate and senior citizens 65 ad older); $30 (automatic withdrawal with credit card); $35 (cash or check per month). Joiner/Evaluation fee: $25. Info: 815-395-4591.
Mark the Date for Ken-Rock Youth BasketballProgram – Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St. Dates: Oct. 16, 6-8 p.m.; Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $80 includes shirt and end-of-season award for K-4th grade. Pre-K children will pay $50 which includes shirt, basketball and end-of-season award for 6-week instructional class. All games will be held on Saturdays. Info: 815-398-8864.
Order Tickets for "Life in Motion" feat. Cashore Marionettes – UW-Rock County, 2909 Kellogg Ave., Janesville, Wis. Date: Oct. 16, 7 p.m. Joseph Cashore's complex stringed puppets have performed around the world. More than a puppet show, this performance showcases Cashore's masterworks in a powerful, entertaining, surprising evening that will be best appreciated by adults, teens and children over age 8. Tickets: $5 adults, $3 children under 18, free to UW-Rock County students. Can be purchased at the door before the show or in advance at Hyatt Smith Hall on campus or by phone at 608-758-6565, ext. 100.
Registration for Lecture: "Ikebana: History and Style" – Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. Date: Oct. 16, 7 p.m. Ms. Kazuko Bressler will speak about the Japanese art of flower arranging. Cost: Free to Anderson Garden members, $5 for non-members. Reserve at 815-316-3307.
Amenti Haunted House Looking for Volunteers – Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb. Haunted House will be open Oct. 17-19, Oct. 24-26, Oct. 30-31, and Nov. 1. Amenti features 20 different scenes on 6 different levels throughout the theatre. Volunteers are needed Oct. 4-16 to help load-in and build the haunted house. Also Oct. 17-Nov. 1 during nights the house is open to help as actors, security, ticket taking, costumes and makeup. Also Nov. 2-12 to help with the load out of the haunted house. Info: 815-758-1215.
Mark the Date for Wellness & Resource Fair – Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon. Date: Oct. 17, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Workshops, screenings, demonstrations. Info: U of I Extension, 815-732-2191 or Rock River Center, 815-732-7332.
"How to Stand Out in Search for a Great Job in Advertising, Marketing and Communication" – Katie's Cup, 502 Seventh St. Date: Oct. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Speaker Martha Carrigan, president and CEO of Big Shoes Midwest. Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members. Registration is available online at www.niafed.org.
Registration for "Murdered in Their Beds!" Presentation by Troy Taylor – Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 17, 6-7:30 p.m. A chillilng look at a series of ax murders that occurred in the Midwest during the early 1900s. Taylor follows the trail of a mysterious, sinister killer across several states. Tickets: $20 advance, $25 at the door. Info: 815-871-4239 or www.hauntedrockford.com.
Mark the Date for Household Hazardous Waste Event – Ogle County Farm Bureau parking lot, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Oct. 18, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Also collecting lead acid batteries. Serenity Hospice and Home and the Village of Progress will collect useable clothing, textiles, shoes and belts for resale or recycling. Latex paints not accepted. For residential generated wastes only.
Registration for Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic – Doggy Day Spa, 300 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Oct. 18, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Various packages available for dogs and cats. By appointment only. Call 877-475-7729 or go to www.spayillinois.org.
Registration for Living with Alzheimer's: For Middle Stage Caregivers – Woodstock Public Library, 414 W. Judd St., McHenry. Date: Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Register with Alzheimer's Association at 815-484-1300.
Order Tickets for Ron White: Nutcracker Tour – Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 18, 8 p.m. Info: www.coronodopac.org or BMO Harris Bank Center box office.
Ostende Dance Club looking for Couples who Love to Dance – Rockford's oldest ballroom dance club invites couples to join the 2014-15 dance season. Ostende Dance Club hosts seven ballroom dances from Oct.-May. Season kicks off Oct. 11 at Cliffbreakers in Rockford. Dinner will be a seasonal offering; dance to music of Dick Elliott Orchestra. Yearly fee is $90 per couple. Info: 815-519-3330.
Mark the Date for Household Hazardous Waste Event – University of Illinois Extension, Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Oct. 18, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. A separate area will accept textiles and other items for reuse or recycling. Info: 815-732-4020.
Registration for Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic – Doggy Day Spa, 300 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Date: Oct. 18, 9 a.m. -2 p.m. Clinic is by appointment; call 877-475-7729. Dog well pack includes 1-year rabies shot, 6 in 1 distemper combo, bordetella, and heartworm test for only $65 (plus county tag). Cat well pack is $45, includes 1-year rabies shot, FVRCP distemper combo, and FeLv vaccine. Also low-cost spay/neuter for dogs and cats. Info: www.spayillinois.org.
Registration for RPS 205 Basketball Coaches Clinic – Auburn High School, 5110 Auburn St. Use the new field house entrance on the east side. Date: Oct. 18. Runs from 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Open to basketball coaches at all levels; coaches outside RPS 205 are also welcome. $25 entry fee includes the clinic, lunch and gift. Register at firstname.lastname@example.com or 815-966-8960.
Registration for Insect Outing & Collection Event – Avon Bottoms Wildlife Area at the W. Smith Road parking lot. Date: Oct. 18,3 p.m. start time; collecting stations will remain open into the night for moths and other night-flying insects . Participants bring items for after-dark activities, including headlamp or flashlight, and dress for the field and cool temperatures. Bring snacks and beverages; be prepared for mosquitoes if temps remain warm. Info: firstname.lastname@example.com.
Registration for REFIND: 24th Annual Dinner Gala – Downtown Freeport, 28 W. Main St. Date: Oct. 18. Benefit for Freeport Art Museum. 6 p.m. social hour, 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8:30 p.m. art auction. Tickets: $95 each, must be purchased in advance. Exhibit features artists Jesus Correa, John Deill, Jeremy Klonicki and Carmen Turner. Live art auction. Info: 815-235-9755 or www.freeportartmuseum.org.
Volunteers Needed for Groove Walk-ing Dead – 18 bands at 15 venues. Date: Oct. 18, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Tickets: $8 advance, $10 at the door. Volunteers will be given a free ticket to the event. Info: 815-978-7827. Tickets can be purchased at all participating venues, all Alpine Bank locations, Guzzardo Performance Music Center. Buy tickets online at www.ramiawards.com.
Registration for "Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving" – Beloit Senior Center, 631 Bluff St., Beloit, Wis. Date: Oct. 20-Dec. 1, 2-3:30 p.m. $10 donation requested. Class scholarships, respite care and transportation funding may be available to those who qualify. Info: 815-758-8455 or www.co.rock.wi.us/aging.
Registration for NIU Community School of the Arts CSA Sinfonia Concerto Competition – NIU Music Building, DeKalb. Date of event: Feb. 18, 2015. Application deadline: Oct. 20. Auditions are scheduled for Nov. 10. Applicants must live within a 75-mile radius of DeKalb. Concerto Competition guidelines and application forms are available from NIU Community School of the Arts office, Room 132, Music Building, by calling 815-753-1450 or online at csa.niu.edu.
Registration for Learning to Connect: Relating to the Person with Alzheimer's – DeKalb Park District, Sports & Recreation Center, 1765 S. 4th St., DeKalb. Date: Oct. 21, 10-11 a.m. Register with Alzheimer's Association at 815-484-1300.
Registration for Webinar: "Staying on Good Terms with Credit" – University of Illinois Extension, Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Suite 10, Oregon. Date: Oct. 21, 4 p.m. Webinar about choosing the best credit cards and loans, how to avoid common debt mistakes. Free. Register at http://go.uillinois.edu/GetSavvyRegistration.
Registration for CPR Refresher Course – Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S. County Road G., Janesville, Wis. Date: Oct. 21 or Dec. 16, 6-10 p.m. Cost: $18.59. Info: 608-757-7769.
Registration for Webinar: Staying on Good Terms with Credit – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Ct., Unit 5, Belvidere. Date: Oct. 21, 4 p.m. Offered via computer; may "attend" from any computer with Internet access. Free. Register at http://go.uillinois.edu/GetSavvyRegistration.
Mark the Date for "An Article V Convention: A Viable Path Towards Amending the Constitution?" – Rockford Public Libraryk, East Branch, Friends Community Meeting Room, 6685 E. State St. Date: Oct. 22, 6-8 p.m. Panel discussion. Could the Citizens United decision be reversed by amending the Constitution? Free and open to the public.
Registration for PYSK: Twenty People You Should Know – Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St.. Date: Oct. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Presented by Rockford Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $45/person, include hors d'oeuvres and beverages. Register at www.rockfordchamber.com or mail, 308 W. State St., Suite 190, Rockford, IL 61101.Info: 815-316-4302.
Order Tickets for Pink Party feat. 97ZOK Bra Auction – Prosser's Chop House, 11189 Forest Hills Road, Machesney Park. Date:. Oct. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Shopping, wine tasting, light hors d'oeuvres, silent auction. 8:30 p.m. Live auction. Must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets: $10 advance at Red Ember Medical Weightloss, 7206 N. Alpine Rd., Loves Park.; Edible Arrangements, 6840 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford; Transformations Plastic Surgery, 1639 N. Alpine Rd., Suite 400, Rockford; 97ZOK Studio, 3901 Brendenwood Rd., Rockford; Rock Valley Credit Union, 1201 Clifford Ave., Loves Park; 11280 Forest Hills Rd., Machesney Park. Info: 97ZOKonline.com/braauction.
Registration for Men's Basketball – Rolling Green School, 3615 W. Gate Parkway. Team entries are due by Oct. 24 for the 12-game season. Games from 6-10 p.m. Entry fee: $610 per team . first 10 teams to enter will be accepted. Register at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org; by mail, phone (with credit card) or at Park District Customer Service locations. Or call 815-987-1640.
Order Tickets for "Taste the Hops" Fund-raiser – Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, 200 S. Bell School Road. Date: Oct. 24, 7-11 p.m. Tickets: $40/person purchase online at abcsportscamps.com/rvcbooster or in person at the RVC Athletics office in the Physical Education Center building, 3301 N. Mulford Road.
Vendors Wanted for GPS Faith Community Fall Craft Fair & Bake Sale – 10714 N. 2nd St., Machesney Park. Date: Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Handcrafted items, art, decor and homemade baked goods. Openings for 20+ vendors. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com.
Mark the Date for In Print Book Fair – Mendelssohn, 405 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. More than 25 authors, poetry readings, Kids' Zone, book signings, In Print radio live, author/artist Q & A, iPad mini giveaway.
Registration for Life Skills Classes: Health/Wellness – The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties, 1222 E. State St. Four-week session. Dates: Tues. or Wed., Oct. 28-Nov. 19. When registering, indicate which day you would like to attend. Cost: $20. Info: 815-965-3455.
Saturday Family Fun at Lockwood Park – 5201 Safford Road. Take a scenic hay ride, or pony ring for kids, trail rides and more. Tickets for pony ring and hay rides are $2/person; trail rides are $22/person ($24 non-resident), and Children's Farm Animal Barn visits are free. Advance reservations recommended for trail rides; online reservations can be made at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click My RPD).
Ride the Track Tralley at Rockford City Market – Rockford Park District's Trolley Car #36 operates during downtown City Market on Water St., Fridays, May 30-Oct. 2014 from 3-7 p.m. Trolley will pick up and drop off passengers at the Market Street entrance to City Market and at the Trolley Station next to Riverview Ice
House, 324 N. Madison St. Fee: $2/passenger, children ages 4 and younger, free. Tickets available for purchase on board the Trolley; first-come, first-served, cash and credit accepted.
Volunteer Opportunities at Carpenter's Place – Donation pick-up at Starbucks: Volunteer is responsible for picking up donations of pastries at approx. 8 a.m. every Monday at Starbucks on Bell School Road and Starbucks at Forest Plaza on East State St. Volunteer then delivers the donation to Carpenter's Place. Volunteers are also responsible for returning the bins to Starbucks for the next donation. One volunteer is adequate, so a "team" could be organized to rotate the pickup. Office Assistance: 2-hour (or more) shifts. Accept and process donations of clothing, household, personal care, and food items on weekdays – mornings and afternoons available. Skills needed: organization, relational skills for donor interaction, willingness to serve. Filing and data entry skills a bonus. Info: 815-964 -4105.
Mark the Date for Short Story Workshop – Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 19, 1-3 p.m. Bring a short story. We will work as a group on the short stories. Young writers are encouraged to dress in costume and will have a separate meeting with Youth Director Lori Marshall. Free and open to all. Info: www.rockfordwritersguild.com.
Mark the Date for "An Article V Convention: A Viable Path Towards Amending the Constitution?" – Rockford Public Library, East Branch, Friends Community Room, 6685 E. State St. Date: Oct. 22, 6-8 p.m. Hosted by League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford. Free and open to the public.
Registration for "Putting Wellness to Work" – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 3, Belvidere. Date: Your choice. Lessons on practical skills to help workers live healthy lives. Call Judy Hodge, Program Coordinator, at 815-544-3710 or firstname.lastname@example.com to schedule lessons.
Registration for Tennis Lessons and Programs – Rockford Park District. For children, youth and adults. Register now at www.rockfordparkdistrict.org (click My RPD), by fax or credit card, mail or at Park District Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800.
Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals – Rock County Council on Aging needs volunteers to assist with delivery of meals in the Janesville area. A few hours per week will provide noon-time meals plus safety checks and social contact for homebound older adults. Deliveries are made around noon, Mon.-Fri. Average volunteer schedule is one day per week for approx. 2 hours. Call Nutrition Program Supervisor at 608-757-5474.
Montessori Students help build school in Kenya – Students at Maria Montessori School and Thurgood Marshall School are working with international charity partner Free the Children to build a school in Kenya. So far, they have raised nearly $13,000 to dig a well in South Sudan, plus continued service work. They plan to raise $10,000 to build a girls' school in Kenya with a fund-raising program, "Brick by Brick." They're selling bricks for $20 and hope to sell 500. Checks can be made to Free the Children, with "Brick by Brick" on the memo line. Info: firstname.lastname@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.com.
STOMP Out Bullying and Blue Shirt Day World Day of Bullying Prevention – Bergner's supports the "STOMP Out Bullying" back-to-school campaign running Aug. 1-Oct. 31. This is the leading national bullying and cyberbullying prevention organization for children and teens. Customers can purchase blue shirts at the department store and online to support the effort.
Registration for Stateline Farm Beginnings – Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia. Dates: October-March – 10 business planning sessions. Info: www.learngrowconnect.org or 262-374-4903.
Mark the Date for Wacoal "Fit for the Cure" Event – Bon-Ton/Bergner's, 7200 Harrison Ave. Date: Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Participate in a Fit for the Cure event and receive a complimentary bra fitting from a Wacoal fit specialist. For every woman who participates, Wacoal will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for breast cancer research and community health programs. Wacoal will also donate an additional $2 for every Wacoal bra, shapewear piece or b.tempt'd bra purchased at these events.
Order Tickets for Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience – Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. Psychic medium, star of Long Island Medium, will give interactive readings to audience members and share personal stories about her life and her uniue gifts. Tickets start at $37.95. Info: 815-968-5222.
Order Tickets for Masonic Family Banquet, Star Lodge #36, Princess Zorah Chapter #20 – Lino's Restaurant, 5611 E. State St. Date: Oct. 25, begins 4:30 p.m. Speaker Bishop John F. Senter. Theme: "Unification: Brothers and Sisters dwelling together in unity." Tickets $35. Contact Dr. Sterling E. Blackmon at 815-978-4393 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Mark the Date for Rockford Record Crawl – Culture Shock, 2239 Charles St.; Toad Hall Books & Records, 2106 Broadway; Kate's Pie Shop & Record Store, inside Rockford Public Library East Branch, 6685 E. State St.; CD Source, 221 E. State St. Date: Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Each store offers its own unique shopping experience.
Mark the Date for "All You Can East Pasta Buffet" – Rafters Restaurant, 9426 W. Wagner Road, Lena, Ill. Date: Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m. Cost: $11.99 adults, $7.99 children 4-10 years, free for children 3 years and younger. Proceeds go to Lena Church Cooperative. Info: 815-275-3997 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Mark the Date for "What's Cookin'"Pre-registration – Barnacopia, Highway 64, Mt. Morris. Date: Oct. 25, 7-10 p.m. Cooking teams and sponsors from Ogle County can come and sign up. Main event will be May 2, 20`5. Info: www.whats-cookin.org.
Order Tickets for National Acrobats of Peoples Republic of China – Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. Date: Oct. 26, 3 p.m. Tickets: 815-968-5222.
Mark the Date for Halloween on the Prairie – Byron Forest Preserve and Byron Park District will host this event at Jarrett Prairie Preserve, 7993 N. River Road, Byron. Date: Oct. 26, noon-4 p.m. Admission is free, but there is a fee for some games. Family hayrides, face painting, kids' crafts, costume contest, spooky games, hay bale maze, snake wrangler. Live Owl Shows inside Keller Education Center; free customer appreciation lunch from noon-1:30 p.m. Also, Halloween treats. Info: 815-234-8535 or www.byronforestpreserve.com.
Registration for "Ebola: A Community Education Presentation" – U of I College of Medicine at Rockford, 1601 Parkview Ave. Date: Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Presented by Dr. Gary Rifkin, professsor of Medicine & Interim Chair of the Dept. of Biomedical Sciences. Moderated by Dr. Alex Stagnaro-Green, dean of U of I College of Medicine. Free, but call 815-395-5920 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com to reserve your space.
Registration for Lecture: "Is it a Cold or the Flu?" – U of I College of Medicine at Rockford, 1601 Parkview Ave. Date: Oct. 28, 5:30 p.m. Presented by Debbie Gortowski, pediatric nurse practitioner. Free, but reservations are required as space is limited. RSVP to firstname.lastname@example.com or call 815-395-5920.
Registration for Campus Previews – UW-Rock County, Hyatt Smith Hall, 2909 Kellogg Ave., Janesville, Wis. Dates: Oct. 28 & 29, 6-8 p.m. High school students and adult students can attend either session, but high school juniors will be focus of Oct. 28 event. High school seniors will be focus of Oct. 29 event. Register for either event at 608-758-6565, ext. 230, e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com<mailto:firstname.lastname@example.com> or visit https://rock.uwc.edu/admissions/visit.
Registration for Joint Replacement Surgery: Ask the Experts – SwedishAmerican Hospital, 1st floor conference center, 1401 E. State St. Date: Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. Dr. Oscar Anton and Dr. Victor Antonacci, speakers. Includes Q &A session. Attendees should arrive after 5 p.m. to browse healthcare exhibits and be seated for opening remarks. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Reserve a space at HealthConnect at 815-968-2500.
Order Tickets for LOLTOS Spirited Ghost Tours – Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main St. Dates: Oct. 30 & 31, 7-9 p.m. Experience first-hand accounts of unexplained noises, scents and sightings. Tickets: $10/person. Reservations required. Info: 815-968-0595.
Registration for Healthcare Provide r CPR Course – Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, Wis. Date: Nov. 1, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost: $43.88, includes the course textbook. Info: 608-757-7769.
Registration for Organic Gardening Day – Urbana Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Urbana. Date: Nov. 1, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Experts from around the country will present educational sessions about organic gardening. Also, retail area selling a broad range of gardening products. Cost: $60, which includes an organic lulnch buffet. Online registration is available until Oct. 27. Info: 217-244-1693 or e-mail email@example.com.
Registration for IREA Renewable Energy Classes – Hands-on PV Class, 1230 E. Honey Creek Road, Oregon. Date: Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Send name, contact information and check ($20 IREA members, $40 non-IREA members, which includes membership) to: IREA, c/o Sonia Vogl, Treasurer, 1230 E. Honey Creek Rd., Oregon, IL 61061. Overview of PV (solar electricity) will be Tues., Oct. 21, 6-8:30 p.m. at Rock Valley and Sat., Oct. 25, 9-11:30 a.m. at Illinois Valley. To register, contact the colleges. These are continuing education classes. Info: 815-732-7332.
Registration for Girl Scout Camp Explorers – Camp McCormick, 9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley. Date: Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes archery, crate stacking, crafts, a scavenger hunt. Cost: $15 per youth; $5 per adult and includes all acivities and a cookout lunch on the grounds. Register by Oct. 15. Info: Felecia at 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Registration for "Putting Small Acres to Good Use" Workshops – Nov. 1, Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon; Dec. 6, NIU Rockford Meeting and Conference Center, Rockford. Details and registration available online at http://web.extension.illinois.edu/smallfarm/puttingsmallacrestowork.html or call 217-782-4617 or email@example.com.
Order Tickets for Boone County Conservation District 50th Anniversary Celebration – Apollo Theatre, 104 N. State St., Belvidere. Date: Nov. 1, 6 p.m. Includes a one-man play Aldo Leopold: A Standard of Change starring Jim Pfitzer. Tickets: $30 per person for dinner and play. Info: 815-547-7935.
Mark the Date for Hoo Haven Open House – 10823 Cleveland Road, Durand. Date: Nov. 1, 1-4 p.m. Public is invited to learn about wildlife conservation efforts and show support for this much-needed community service. See birds and animals in the rehabilitation program. See rescue equipment including a hovercraft, visit the Aquatic Animal Recovery Center, learn about on-site solar and wind enerty. A donation "wish list" is posted on the website www.hoohaven.org.
Mark the Date for Blackhawk Firemen's Association Annual Pancake Day – Legacy Academy of Excellence, 4029 Prairie Road, Rockford. Date: Nov. 2, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. cost: $5 adults, $3, children age 6-12, age 5 and younger, free.
Mark the Date for REI Health Fair & Expo – Tebala Shrine Center, 7910 Newbureg Road. Date: Nov. 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hosted by Reiki Energy International. Info for a more health-conscious community. Free symposiums and lectures will be held in a separate meeting room throughout the day. Food available, 60-65 vendors. Free admission. Info: www.reikienergyinternational.com.
Registration for Infant and International Adoption Information Meeting – First United Methodist Church, 610 Bonus Ave., Belvidere. Date: Nov. 2, 2-4 p.m. Hosted by Children's Home + Aid. Free, but seating is limited; reservations preferred. Info: 815-962-1043 or 888-248-4335.
Registration for Be Smart About Your Heart: Control Your ABC's of Diabetes – University of Illinios Extension, Ogle County, 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon. Date: Nov. 3, 6-7 p.m. Fee: $5 per person. Info: 815-732-2191.
Registration for Rockford Area Arts Council Community Arts Access Grants and Grantseekers Workshop – Rockford Area Arts Council, 713 E. State St. Date: Nov. 3, 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Community Arts Access Grants, maximum, $2,500. Open admission: Action grants, maximum $350. Grants are available for printing at www.artsforeveryone.com. Info: 815-964-6765.
Mark the Date for 6th Annual TP Tower – Hilton Garden Inn, 7675 Walton St. Date: Nov. 6, 7-9 a.m. Breakfast, prizes, and networking. Breakfast provided by Hilton Garden Inn. When you bring a donation of wrapped toilet paper or diapers, you will be entered into drawings for prizes. Benefits Carpenter's Place, Rockford Rescue Mission and Care Source.
Order Tickets for "Puttin' On the Glitz" – Giovanni's. 610 N. Bell School Road. Date: Nov. 7. Social hour, 11:30 a.m. Luncheon & fashion show, noon. Runs till 2 p.m. Tickets: $35 each or tables of 10, $350. RSVP by Nov. 4. Info: 815-961-2496.
Registration for MarriageRestored Weekend – Naperville, Ill. Dates: Nov. 7-9. Weekend program for couples with troubled marriages. A non-refundable $75 registration fee is required. Reserve with Dave & Erin Rogers, 317-506-5541, email: email@example.com or Gary & Juanita Thayer, 877-844-2262, email: firstname.lastname@example.com.
Registration for LIVE It Up – NIU Holmes Student Center, DeKalb. Dates: Nov. 7-8. Leadership Conference open to all youth, ages 13-18. Registration Friday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Student Center. Next day at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building. Speaker Holly Spangler. Various projects planned including games, fun contests and packing food for local food pantries. Cost: $95, includes meals, overnight accommodations, transportation, T-shirt and all activities. Financial assistance is also available. Register by Oct. 22. Info: web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo.
Registration for Harvest 5K Family Fun Run/Walk – Seward Park District, 2970 Tracey St., Seward. Date: Nov. 8. Registration starts at 8:45 a.m.; race begins at 10 a.m., rain or shine. Fee: $10, Seward Park District residents, $12 non-residents; children ages 6 and under, free. Day of registration fee is $15. Cost includes race registration, time chip, T-shirt, free goodies from sponsors, light snacks and drink. Register at http://goo.gl/pLVTcv. Registration forms will be available at the Seward School Center, also on Seward Park District Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SewardParkDistrict.
Mark the Date for "Man Up, Tailgates Down" – Sanctuary Spa, 175 Hawick St., Rockton. Date: Nov. 8, noon-3 p.m. Sample spa services. Any $5 donation to the American Cancer Society enters you into a drawing to win an NFL jersey.
Registration for Doves and Diamonds: Celebrate Hospice – Eclipse Center, Riverside Drive, Beloit, Wis. Date: Nov. 8, 7 p.m. Little Vito and the Torpedoes, jazz and classical music. Hors d'oeuvres buffet and silent auction. Reservations: $50. To reserve or info: 608-363-7421. Checks can be mailed to Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third St., Suite 200, Beloit, WI 53511.
Registration for Veterans 5K Run & Walk – Sinnissippi Bike Path, 200 Y Blvd., Rockford. Date: Nov. 8. Begins at 9 am. Check-in and registration 7:30-8:30 a.m. Packet pickup Nov. 6 at I.D. Pennock Family YMCA, Riverview Lobby, from 4-7 p.m. $25 registration fee includes the run, an event T-shirt, food & beverages following the run. Prizes awarded for top 3 finishers in each age category and top 3 overall. $10 registration fee for children age 13 and younger. Discount for RRR. Online registration at www.runsignup.com/Race/IL/Rockford/Veterans5K or call 815-289-8386 for more info.
Registration for Webinar: Steps Toward Investing – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Ct., Unit 5, Belvidere. Date: Nov. 11, 4 p.m. Offered via computer; may "attend" from any computer with Internet access. Free. Register at http://go.uillinois.edu/GetSavvyRegistration.
Registration for "About Dementia, Tips to Help with Family Conversations" – McHenry Public Library, 809 N. Front St. Date: Nov. 12, 7-8 p.m. Register with Alzheimer's Association at 815-484-1300.
Registration for "Caregiver Stress: Relief, Acceptance and Empowerment" – Lena Living Center, 1010 S. Logan, Lena, Ill. Date: Nov. 13, 2-3 p.m. Register with Alzheimer's Association at 815-484-1300.
Vendors, Sponsors Needed for Ladies Day Out – Lena Elementary School. Date: Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Many local businesses and vendors. If interested in becoming a vendor or a sponsor, contact Chelsea White at 815-275-3997, Kristina Weaver at 815-541-2355, via e-mail at email@example.com or visit the Facebook page.
Registration for ENF 2015 Eagle Bus Tours – Bald eagle bus tours leave from Stoney Creek Inn at 8 a.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 18 and 28. Visit four historic wintering communities of eagles. For 4 hours, participants will live with the eagles, seeing bald eagles flying overhead, fishing and perching. Cameras, binoculars and warm clothing recommended. Cost: $70 adults, $50 children under 17. For groups of 6 or more, rate is $60 adults, $40 children under 17. Anyone joining ENF at the time they register may receive a $5 discount. Another tour is offered Jan. 10-11. Participants have opportunity to see a total of 1,000-2,000 bald eagles. Cost: $350/person, $300 /person dbl. occ., $275/person with 3 persons to a room, or $250/person with 4 persons to a room. Rates cover bus, tour guide, room for Sat. night, Sun. breakfast and insurance. Reservations must be made by Dec. 15, 2014. For brochure or more info, call 815-594-2306 or write to: ENF, 300 E. Hickory St., Apple River, IL 61001 or go to eaglenature.com.
United Way is recruiting Volunteer Readers and Mentors – Sign up for Rock River Valley's I READ program; help kindergarten students learn to read. Info: 815-986-4806, firstname.lastname@example.com or visit www.wevolunteer.org.
Volleyball Open Gym Fridays at ISC – Indoor Sports Center welcomes volleyball players ages 18 and older (and players ages 15-17 with waiver signed by a parent) to open gym sessions held 8:30-11:30 p.m. most Fridays, Sept. 5-Oct. 24 and Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5 and 12 and various Friday dates in 2015. Fee: $5/visit ($6 non-resident) for drop-in program. Info: 815-885-1135.
Build It! Make It! Exhibit open again – Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St., hosts this popular exhibit, back again to run thru Jan. 4, 2015. Variety of building toys and materials to choose from. Workshops will be included with admission. Free for members, $10 for the public (includes general admission).
Riverboat and Rail-based Trolley Season extended thru Oct. 19 – Rockford Park District's Forest City Queen riverboat and rail-based Trolley Car 36 have extended their operational season and will continue to offer public excursion rides Saturdays and Sundays thru Oct. 19, departing at 1, 2, and 3 p.m., weather and river conditions permitting. Select dates and times are still available for 2-hour Forest City Queen dinner cruises. Info: 815-987-8894 or 815-987-8800.
Vendors Wanted – GPS Faith Community, 10714 N. 2nd St., Machesney Park, needs vendors for the Fall Craft Fair & Bake Sale. Date: Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Handcrafted items, art, decor, homemade baked goods. Contact email@example.com.
Nominating Petition forms now available – Community College District No. 511, Rock Valley College. Forms at office of the Vice President of Administrative Services, 3301 N. Mulford, Support Services Building, any business day between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. A candidate's petition must be filed in that office no earlier than 8:30 a.m., Mon., Dec. 15 and no later than 5 p.m., Mon., Dec. 22, 2014. Three seats on the community college board will be filled at the April 7 election.
Ogle County 4-H Clubs Invite New Members – Ogle County has 16 community-based clubs looking for new members. Info: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/bdo/ or 815-732-2191.
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As I have pointed out before, if one consults dictionaries to discover the meaning of 'conservative' we find the following definition in the OED:
Characterized by a tendency to preserve or keep intact or unchanged; preservative.
The maintenance of existing institutions political and ecclesiastical.
Characterized by caution or moderation.
The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines conservative as:
"PRESERVATIVE": tending or disposed to maintain existing views, conditions, or institutions;
"TRADITIONAL": marked by moderation or caution; marked by or relating to traditional norms of taste, elegance, style, or manners".
Another way to discover the meaning in use of a term is to go back to a defining moment. The defining moment for the modern use of the terms 'conservative' and 'conservatism' was Edmund Burke's critique of the French Revolution in 1790. The Encyclopedia Britannica entry for Burke captures a flavor of Burke's conservatism. His view
implies deep respect for the historical process and the usages and social achievements built up over time. Therefore, social change is not merely possible but also inevitable and desirable. But the scope and the role of thought operating as a reforming instrument on society as a whole is limited. It should act under the promptings of specific tensions or specific possibilities, in close union with the detailed process of change, rather than in large speculative schemes involving extensive interference with the stable, habitual life of society. Also, it ought not to place excessive emphasis on some ends at the expense of others; in particular, it should not give rein to a moral idealism (as in the French Revolution) that sets itself in radical opposition to the existing order.Thus a look at dictionary definitions and the thought of the founding father of modern political conservatism yields these emphases: 1) a tendency to preserve or keep intact existing institutions; 2) respect for concrete 'historical' process, i.e., those specific institutions that have been evolved through past history; a respect for tradition; 3) social change must occur carefully and be designed with moderation and prudence; 4) social change should be activated by specific felt needs rather than 'large speculative schemes' for reordering society.
In addition to consulting dictionaries and examining defining moments, another way of discovering what 'conservative' and 'conservatism' mean is by examining the writings of more recent authors who espouse similar views and hark back to writers like Burke as a model. Writers like this include Clinton Rossiter and his book, Conservatism in America, Peter Viereck and his book, Conservatism Revisited and Claes Ryn and his book, America the Virtuous: The Crisis of Democracy and the Quest for Empire.
Here I am going to focus upon some of the themes found in America the Virtuous (2003, Transaction Publishers) that define Claes Ryn as a genuine contemporary American conservative.
One theme of authentic conservatism is expressed in this quote from Burke: "All men that are ruined, are ruined on the side of their natural propensities."
Conservatives recognize that humans are possessed of evil impulses that need to be controlled; they would emphasize the human propensity to selfishness, pride, a will to power, ruthlessness, willfulness, self-indulgence, arrogance and belligerence, as examples of the evil human impulses that require control. Control takes place through an ethical emphasis upon self-control as well as the restraints of traditional moral doctrines and institutions (Ryn, p 3). It is the recognition of these potentialities for evil that made conservatives recommend prudent, moderate social change and mistrust the 'large speculative schemes' of human reason that could so easily be a cloak for private ambition and will to power. It is not clear how one can deny this conservative observation; human impulses to power, self interest and self indulgence, ruthlessness, arrogance, pride and belligerence are difficult to deny.
[I will continue this catalog of conservative themes in future posts.]


text: A psychologist expressed relief after being acquitted by a jury of charges that he practiced medicine without a license and battered several of his teenage male clients at his clinic in Plymouth. "I've been shellshocked. It's like a trauma that takes a while to get over," Dr. Marc Zackheim said Thursday. The jury deliberated for about 30 minutes Wednesday before returning the verdict. The charges and trial were the result of an Indiana State Police investigation during 2004 when several of the boys alleged that Zackheim had them remove their clothes and touched their genitalia while performing a medical examination. Zackheim denied ever touching any of his clients inappropriately, but said he did physical assessments of the boys in the presence of a nurse after a youth who had lived there fell ill and died during 2002. Zackheim said it is too early to tell if his reputation has been permanently scarred. He said he, his wife and family were devastated by media coverage of the case. Zackheim volunteered to temporarily surrender his Indiana license to practice psychology when the charges were first filed against him, but is currently involved in the process of getting it back. Zackheim said being exonerated "is like having a ton of bricks taken off my shoulders." He said he plans to keep operating his group homes in Plymouth to help psychologically-troubled teenage boys from northern and central Indiana.


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Actor: Timothy Ferris
Genres: Television, Documentary
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"For 1985, I'm sure this documentary was pretty well done. However, now that I'm reviewing this in 2008, I kind of expect a little more from documentaries. I know that sounds somewhat unfair, but bear with me and let me explain. I really love Cosmology; I find it to be an utterly fascinating subject. I've read books by some of the people interviewed on here, namely Stephen Hawking. However, I can't help but find this to be a fairly dry documentary. It doesn't feel like it's geared towards the general public, but more for people at the college level in some field of science. This was done both in a good and bad way in my opinion.
First off it was really cool to visit many locations and science facilities as we journey with Timothy Ferris around the world. He takes us inside particle accelerators and to different observatories to help us see what scientists are working on in these fields at that time. This is a great documentary from a historical perspective and it's very timeless in that nature. I thought seeing Ferris sit down at some of those ancient computers was quite humorous. I do think the information held within was interesting, but there's just something about the way it's presented that was a bit too dry. This would be an alright form if the documentary was shorter, but then you'd be hard pressed to fit all of the information in there!
Some sections of this are also overly technical. It says it's something for the "whole family", but unless your whole family understands a little bit about particle physics you might find this a little tough to follow. When he goes over the strong and weak nuclear forces and how Z or X particles relate, it gets kind of convoluted. I realize that this is pretty much the most basic explanation you'll get for anything on particles or quantum physics, but still it's kind of tough to follow and then retain that for the full story on the creation of the universe. And this is coming from someone who gets the general concept behind how particle physics works. I'm not saying you need a PhD to really understand this documentary, but I think things are explained a little TOO fast, so if you're looking for a basic overview for a high school class or anything on that level you really should rethink that. Or at the very least view this well beforehand and even then I would only recommend showing this to Advanced Placement students outside of the college venue. If you want something a little more basic that gives a great general overview then I highly recommend "Hyperspace". This is great introductory material and it has stunning graphics to accompany all the explanations. You don't get to see the real scientific facilities, but students will walk away being mystified by scientific concepts. "The Creation of the Universe" is great for students who want to see the actual facilities and see how things are actually being done in reality. "Hyperspace" is great if you want to teach concepts and want to wow the viewer, but again, it's very basic.
The one other problem with this documentary is the interview sequence. I can't express enough how much respect I have for Hawking, his research, and his discoveries! But he's given a lot more talking time than he should in this documentary. I realize the disease he has is a tragedy, but this is prior to when he had a computer that could talk for him. In this documentary he has a student that can understand him translate for him. Unfortunately this goes back and forth like any interpretation method, so Hawking speaks, the audience doesn't understand a word of it then the translator speaks. However, this is not a good method to convey that brilliant man's ideas. He doesn't speak in full sentences, so it's not like a normal linguistics interpretation and the sentence structure sometimes feels like it's lost, especially when the translator has to have him repeat once in a while. Its one thing to show it once, but this happens a couple times on this documentary. He's a brilliant mind, and he should get credit for his research, but if you're trying to convey those ideas to an audience, I felt they were simply lost in translation. It felt more like they had him on there for the sake of filming him. However, this documentary seems to be heavily based on the reality of the situation science is in and we get that feeling with other interviews, like with Wheeler and Hawking. I just felt at the end of the interviews with Hawking that they were more of a detriment than a help.
At the end Ferris goes over some religious analogies and talks about historical scientists that were all religious. He relates the worldview of monotheism to the scientific concept of a grand unified theory. I'm sure Ferris is very sincere in his presentation of this, but I felt like he was playing too much to apologetics at this point. Granted the creation concept is a hot topic in any religious belief, but it just felt so out of place at the end. I realize many Christian viewers will enjoy this, since he does play a focus on that, but he does point out that science is rather impartial and it doesn't matter if you're agnostic, atheist, Buddhist, Hindu, or whatever to do good science. But I just didn't fully get where he was going with this section of the argument. It just felt like it was a time filler to play apologetics for whatever religion doesn't fit into the scientific view of the Big Bang.
Overall this is incredibly well researched. It gives you a lot of information about what scientists have worked on, but mainly sticks with things that are between Einstein and the 1980's. So don't expect a major history lesson, though there is a little bit of historical reference thrown in for good measure, such as Galileo inventing the telescope and going on location to see where it was used by him. I don't think this documentary will interest many people unless you really have an interest in particle physics. They spend a huge amount of time on that, the first few seconds of the big bang and what particles were doing then. It's filled with cheesy 1980's computer graphics, but you should expect that. So remember, if you want to wow students and have something basic, go for "Hyperspace" and if you want something more intermediate that focuses on realistic scientific research get "The Creation of the Universe".
3.5 out of 5"


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...the family of tomatoes walking down the street and the little one lags behind and his dad says, "Ketchup!"
Hehe! I have many years of kiddie jokes to look forward too with Sophie. Right now she likes to say, "see you later alligator" and the like. I can only anticipate the years when she says to me, "Mama, how do you keep a skunk from smelling? You plug it's nose!" I had a whole book full of these when I was young.
today, I am hoping to "ketchup" on some posts I have been meaning to do for a while. I am sorry for being absent, I've just been a bit busy and haven't had time. I am here now though, with several cards to show you. :)
First is a very simple sympathy card I made just last night. Not much too it, but I really love how the Cherry Cobbler just pops out.
The second card is a Thinking of you card I made for a co-worker who was sick recently. I am in love with these little flowers and can't wait to stock up on more of them.
I have a more cards to show you but I may just save them for tomorrow or another day. I don't want to post them all in one day.
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I have a 14 foot gamefisher with a 15 hp gamefisher motor and trailer. I gave 600.00 for the complete outfit with trailer in excellent cond. They are made of molded fiberglass. Tough as nails. I had to spray mine with clear enamel sealer. the glass will make you itch where you touch it. This is easy to fix. they are bare bones boats. no frills. I have mine decked out with floors and trolling motor and seats etc. the boats alone cost around 750.00 new w/o motor or any thing. T.G.
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For more information or to apply for a position email Executive and Artistic Director Frank McClain at firstname.lastname@example.com
To direct a production at the Grand a college major or minor in theater or a substantial resume of successful productions where you were the primary director is essential. Our patrons and contributors expect a level of quality that is generally achieved only under the leadership of experienced and highly qualified direction. A director must have great communication, organization and leadership skills. The director must keep everyone involved informed about what to do and when to do it. Theatre is a team project and the director is the project leader.
A director is the brain that starts everything and keeps it going. Organizing auditions, rehearsals, set design, costume and prop design, along with about a thousand other tasks in a very finite schedule leading up to opening night and the closing night takes a lot of work, planning, and organization.
Musical Director
The complex nature of musical direction likewise requires a person with a major or minor degree in music or a substantial resume of successful productions. The music director teaches the singers their parts, and then coaches them in the phrasing, pacing and intent of each song. The Music Director hires and rehearses the orchestra musicians and very often plays in the pit. In some productions the Musical Director accompanies during the rehearsals of a production, but many times a dedicated rehearsal accompanist is hired for that purpose. The Music Director must work closely with the Director, Choreographer, and Producer.
The choreographer creates and arranges the dances in a musical production and works closely with the Director and Musical Director to form an artistic whole. The choreographer auditions performers and teaches them a dance at rehearsals. A good choreographer works in all forms of dance, including classical ballet, modern, tap, jazz, folk, ethnic, and ballroom. They must be knowledgeable not only about dance techniques but also about music, costumes, lighting, and drama. This is a highly skilled position. Choreographers are usually former dancers with years of experience working in the theater or with dance companies. A college degree in dance is preferred, but not required. It is very important for choreographers to help the actors/dancers develop their sense of rhythm and their understanding of the music. A good choreographer has self-discipline, patience, commitment, and perseverance and the ability to train persons with varying levels of talent. The choreographer must remember that this is community theater, but we expect it to be very good community theater.
Stage Manager
The role of the stage manager is especially important to the director in rehearsals. Here the director and the stage manager work side by side, with the stage manager recording the director's decisions about blocking and notes for the actors, keeping track of logistical and scheduling details and communicating what goes on in rehearsals to the rest of the team. This enables the director to concentrate his or her full attention on directing.
Stage managers have several key responsibilities and tasks to perform in each phase of a production, including:
– scheduling and running rehearsals
– communicating the director's wishes to designers and crafts people
– coordinating the work of the stage crew
– calling cues and possibly actors' entrances during performance
– overseeing the entire show each time it is performed
In conjunction with the director, the stage manager determines the scheduling of all rehearsals and makes sure everyone involved is notified of rehearsal times, meetings, costume/wig fittings and coaching sessions. During the rehearsal phase, stage managers also:
– mark out the dimensions of the set on the floor of the rehearsal hall
– make sure rehearsal props and furnishings are available for the actors
– attend all rehearsals
– notify the designers and crafts people of changes made in rehearsal
In rehearsals the stage manager also records all blocking, plus all the light, sound and set change cues, in a master copy of the script called the prompt book. The information in the prompt book also allows the stage manager to run the technical rehearsals, calling each technical cue in turn to determine precisely how it needs to be timed to coordinate with the onstage action.
The stage manager and the technical director also work out a smooth and efficient plan for the stage crew to follow during set changes. Furniture and prop plans for complicated sets are drawn up by the stage manager and technical designer to show exactly where the furniture and props are to be positioned on stage at the beginning of each scene and sometimes in the wings.
Once the show opens, the director's work is essentially complete. Now it's the stage manager's job to make sure that every aspect of the production runs just as the director intended time after time, until the production closes.
The Grand Opera House offers a limited number of paid summer internships that provide hands-on learning opportunities for undergraduate students, ages 18-24, interested in various careers in theatre.
Interns are supervised by professionals in their fields and will have the opportunity to experience all facets of theatre production including:
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To: alt.religion.orisha,alt.magick.tyagi,alt.lucky.w From: catherine yronwode
Subject: Vodou Lave Tet / Hoodoo Spiritual Bath Date: Fri, 29 Jun 2001 20:19:31 GMT Mambo Racine Sans Bout wrote: Because there are some similarities between the lave tet and the old-syle African-American hoodoo practice which, in my youth, was called a "rub" or a "spiritual bath" by some folks, and also called a "blessing" by others. I thought it might interest some folks here if i interpolate a few comparisons. > A lave tet is performed in order to cleanse a person's head, > facilitate possession, remove negativity, and for other reasons as > well. Same with a rub or bath -- it often takes the form of a head-blessing. Hoewever, if the client's issue is magico-medical, a full body bath or a foot rub or a rub of the affected part will be performed in a downward motion, to expel the evil. > A lave tet does not make a person a member of a Vodou sosyete > (society, congregation). Anyone can have a lave tet done, and then > never go back to that Houngan or Mambo again. Furthermore, lave > tets are often enough done by uninitiated practitioners called > "Houngan djakout" or "Houngan kwakwa" who have no congregation at > all, usually. Same in hoodoo -- having a spiritual bath in no way obligates or bonds the client to the root worker. > If a person wants they can combine other ceremonies, > such as an "Action de Grace" (a prayer service for the general > well-being of the individual invoking their lwa and ancestors) or a > "gad" (from the French "garde", a type of protective magic) with the > lave tet, and that can take more time The conbination of a rub or bath, a prayer service, making a protective or lucky mojo, and also preparing and administering the first dose of a medical tea to be drunk by the client for a set number of days afterwards was common in urban hoodoo in my youth. Such practices are much less common today. One bigt difference between old-style urban hoodoo and a Haitian lave tet is that in the former, all the work took place on one day. However, in reading Hyatt's oral histories and Johnson's book on Dr. Jim Jordan, which describe older, *rural* hoodoo practices (circa 1900 - 1935 in Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland, for instance) it is obvious that people travelling a long way to see a root doctor, on foot or by mule, often stayed over and received a two-day or longer course of treatment. > A lave tet is done starting at sunrise. This is absolutely true in hoodoo -- the work begins "fore day," a fact that annoys many teen-witch readers at my web site to no end! (They want to perform a "spooky" ceremony at midnight!) > The washings should be complete by noon, the person receiving the > lave tet remains in the peristyle for the rest of the day and sleeps > in the Rada badji (small room consecrated to the service of the Rada > lwa) that night, and that is it. This description corresponds fairly well with the older, rural form of hoodoo -- but, as i said, in an urban environment, everything moves faster, so the person would not stay overnight. And, of course, root workers have no special room cnsecrated to the Rada lwa -- usually just a side room with a small altar, usually Christian. > Furthermore, it is not the number of different kinds of herbs that > is significant, it is the type of herbs, the particular species, > which is important. In hoodoo, the rub or bath consists of both a certain number of herbs (always odd, usually 3, 7, 9, or 13) and a certain combination of species. Examples which i was taught to prepare include the 7-Herb bath for blessings and good luck in love and money, the 9-Herb bath for spiritual wisdom and to aid decision-making, and the 13-herb bath to remove crossed conditions or break a jinx. > A person who concludes their lave tet and goes home the next morning > is usually advised to avoid sexual contact that night, and to avoid > shaking hands with people. This is similar to the proscriptions in old-style urban hoodoo as practiced in my youth -- i was told to not shake hands with anyone for the rest of the day. Thanks for the post, Racine -- and i hope you found these comparisons of interest. cat yronwode Hoodoo in Theory and Practice -- http://www.luckymojo.com/hoodoo.html Lucky Mojo Curio Co. http://www.luckymojo.com/luckymojocatalogue.html Send e-mail with your street address to firstname.lastname@example.com and receive our free 32 page catalogue of hoodoo supplies and amulets
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Volkswagen AG appears to be one very expensive step closer to winding up its diesel emissions scandal case in the U.S. after agreeing to pay a $4.3 billion settlement for the impact of rigging its diesels to cheat U.S. requirements.
The proposed deal with the U.S. Justice Department and U.S. Customs and Border Protection forces VW to enter a guilty plea regarding "certain U.S. criminal-law provisions." Also the agreement, which isn't final yet, forces the automaker to be subject to an independent monitor for the next three years.
VW officials said the settlement "is still subject to the approval by the management board and the supervisory board of Volkswagen AG." The Justice Department declined to comment.
Once approved, it would join the $14.7 billion in earlier settlements the German automaker has already approved, pushing the total past $19 billion. The figure exceeds the $18 billion-plus the company set aside early on for the situation.
In September 2015, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency accused the maker of selling diesels for years with software that activated required air pollution equipment only during emissions tests. VW has been heavily touting its "clean diesels" in marketing and advertising campaigns since 2008.
(VW gets go-ahead to repair 60,000 late-model diesels. Click Here for the story.)
After a brief investigation, the automaker admitted to programming its diesels to cheat on the emissions tests, releasing less pollution into the air than they actually do, in violation of the federal Clean Air Act. Regulators said that in normal driving the engines emitted up to 40 times more smog-causing nitrogen oxide than the legal limit.
Even though the deal, if accepted, would likely end the saga for VW the Company, individual employees are still clearly in the crosshairs of investigators. In fact, Oliver Schmidt was taken into custody in Florida last weekend, prosecutors there seeking to keep him jailed after arguing that the German resident was a flight risk.
He is the second VW executive arrested in connection with the scandal, in which the carmaker used a so-called "defeat device" to fool government emissions tests while actually producing significantly more pollution than permitted with its two turbodiesel engines.
Schmidt was cited in a Dec. 30 complaint, according to the Associated Press, for conspiring with other VW officials to develop the software used on about 11 million vehicles sold worldwide. That includes 475,000 cars and trucks sold in the U.S. with a rigged 2.0-liter diesel, and another 80,000 equipped with a more upscale 3.0-liter turbodiesel.
(VW reaches diesel deal, but judge warns owners not to strip cars before buyback. Click Here for the story.)
In Germany, several current and former executives, including one-time CEO Martin Winterkorn, remain under investigation, though prosecutors there are also focusing on whether VW management intentionally misled investors in order to maintain the company's stock price – which ultimately tumbled sharply when the subterfuge was revealed.
In September, 62-year-old James Robert Liang, a former engineer at a VW facility in Michigan, pleaded guilty as part of the ongoing U.S. investigation, agreeing to assist prosecutors in their probe.
In a Miami courtroom on Monday, Schmidt's attorneys tried to arrange bond and insisted he was cooperating with the FBI investigation. But prosecutors argued that he had actually been evasive and posed a flight risk.
(VW strikes deal on bigger diesel engines. For more, Click Here.)
For its part, VW said this week it continues to cooperate with investigators. The company recently reached a settlement with the EPA and other agencies covering the 3.0-liter diesel, a deal worth an estimated $2 billion. Last June, it settled with the government over the 2.0-liter engine, that agreement worth $14.7 billion. It has also worked out a settlement with U.S. dealers but continues to negotiate with shareholders.
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Audrey managed to get dressed today, but she's saving brushing her hair for her first day of school. And she's doing that awkward smile on purpose?
Ward was thrilled and so ready to go back to school, but right at picture time he found a way to be upset when I wouldn't let him hold his nerf gun in the photos. He's still cute, even when he's mad.
Things turned around by the time he got to school, and he was so ready! He didn't even look back. He barely stopped for a picture.


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Rarely Heard Doors – Today's Vinyl Vault
Doors fans can't miss the vault today! The often requested Peace Frog is today's deep track, coming from the album "Morrison Hotel", one that many fans consider their best, including me. Even though Roadhouse Blues was the only popular track on it, it's filled with gems that had the band moving in a more bluesy direction. 5:20pm this afternoon, live or on-line.


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Welcome to Stop These Things. An expose of the shonks who run Australia's anti-windfarm campaign.
First an overview.
Whenever a wind farm is proposed in Australia, a small group of anti-windfarm campaigners leap into action. The first part of their campaign is to blow into the town of the proposed wind farm. Rumours are spread, town hall meetings are called, and the out of town shonks appear.
It's all fear and loathing, dodgy science, and scaring people. The anti wind farm mob tell locals that wind farms will reduce their property values, divide communities, and of course, make them sick with multiple ailments collectively known as "wind farm syndrome".
And folks, IT'S ALL BULLSHIT.
Windfarms have been operating for decades across the globe and "Windfarm syndrome" has only existed after the anti wind farm mob started pushing this made up disease in the late 2000's. It doesn't exist in Europe, and it only "exists" in areas where the anti wind farm mob have launched their fear campaigns.
This blog is all about exposing the shonks.


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As many of you know we've been working on a book for our Lick Project.
We just finished our first of three shoot days which consisted of 23 dogs, which I might add is a record for us and while running through and pulling an edit we came across this face and had to share.
If this doesn't 'getcha' you're probably a robot.
Don't be a robot


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We all know her as former miss world, a supermodel, a beauty queen, an entrepreneur and lots more. But some of us probably didn't know that she is also an orphan. Speaking about the loss of her parents Agbani Darego said:
"I lost my father last year (2012) but while he lived, he made sure that his kids did not lack for anything. He was my best friend and strong supporter. Any questions or issues I had, I could go back home and call him and speak to him.
My family is notoriously close knit and after we lost my mother, our father was everything to us. He was like one of the kids; we played and made jokes with him. He instilled great values in us and I hope he is happy with me today with what I have been able to do with my life," she recalls.
On the loss of her mum she said:
"Losing a loved one is a very difficult situation to deal with. I miss her everyday and I never stop wishing she were here. I know that I am who I am today for the time I spent with her and for the values she imparted in me.
"I was 11 when she passed; I do remember very much, she was an entrepreneur, a hardworking woman and I like to believe that I follow in her footsteps in some way. I also feel that the loss has made me more of a stronger and independent person," she says.


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July 26, 2010
Dear friends of the Brooklyn Bridge Forest,
Thanks to everyone who came out on Saturday to the New Amsterdam Market! It was a pleasure to talk with so many knowledgeable New Yorkers (and visitors) about the Brooklyn Bridge Forest, and great to hear your thoughts and questions as we begin to seek public support for preserving both the Brooklyn Bridge boardwalk and the environment. We have posted some photos of the event on our Facebook page.
Our plan is to continue to build momentum with more publicity and support in the coming weeks, so please spread the word about the Brooklyn Bridge Forest to your friends and family by sending them to our website, where they can sign up. This is critical as we approach the city. We would like to have 1,000 friends of the project registered this month.
We are also accepting financial donations and corporate sponsorships that will help the project gain further public support, and fund our 501C3 registration. If you know of particular people or organizations that we should be talking to, please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Thanks again for joining us in the first step towards making the Brooklyn Bridge Forest a reality,
Brooklyn Bridge Forest team
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Hours and admission fees for Weeki Wachee Springs State Park are available on WeekieWachee.com. Admission prices are all-inclusive for Buccaneer Bay, mermaid shows, reptile shows and river boat rides.
The park is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day of the year, including Christmas, Thanksgiving and other major holidays. Times for the shows are intermittent throughout the day, and Buccaneer Bay's water slides, kiddie pool and lazy river are open year-round on weekends and daily in the summer. Parking is free. Annual passes for Weeki Wachee Springs State Park give holders free admission to all Florida State Parks.


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Lego Star Wars The Complete Saga 23: Battle over Coruscant
Normally, I hated these levels of flying because they usually involve a lot of going around too fast to keep track of anything. For example, getting all the studs in order to make true Jedi can be difficult.
The only way to get the studs in this is to get all of the Canisters, which will usually give you a blue stud or two on their acquisition. You can also get bonuses shooting the targets listed below, and some of the enemy ships.
Yeah, so it is tough to make True Jedi here, but I have to admit that it is a lot of fun here. If you die here by accidentally crashing into something, you will get to start a little of that area over again. Of course, like all times you die, and you lose a little studs. Here is how to get as much studs as possible, along with all of the
This is a fun level of flying. After you do this straight drop nose dive, there is the First Canister a little to the right. Go ahead and get it.
Pretty soon, you will level out, and when you do you'll go over a giant cruiser. That Second Canister will be in front of you.
You will soon come to a ship that will need to be blown apart by shooting red balls in front of it. You have to hit five of them, and it will break in two for you to fly through. Eventually, you will find the Third Canister.
You will then pass under a giant spaceship, and if you look hard, like in the center of the screen, you will find the Fourth Canister.
From here, there is a large open space between ships. You will see the Fifth Canister a little bit off-center.
From there, you can bank a little and pass over a spaceship. Go ahead and snag the Sixth Canister here.
You will then pass by a tower with two targets. Shoot them out, and the tower will fall. As you pass over it, you will see the Seventh Canister down to the southern portion of the screen.
You will eventually come to ship whose doors that you have to blow apart, one on each side. As you go in, there will be the Eighth Canister here. Go ahead and get it.
Soon you will pass by a cruiser, and the Power Brick will be on the left. Go to the left and get it.
Soon after that Red Brick will be the Ninth Canister, but there is very little to signal it.
Just before you get to General Grevious ship, you will find the Tenth Canister under here.
The only thing that remains is shooting some red circles on the side of the shielded area. Once you enter in there, the level ends.
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Pope's Poems and Prose
Which ideas in the poem ''On the Grasshopper and Cricket convey the concept of cycles in nature
Provide two examples from the poem. Question 11 .
Provide two examples from the poem. Question 11 .
The summer cycle:
"That is the Grasshopper's—he takes the lead
In summer luxury,—he has never done.."
The winter cycle:
"On a lone winter evening, when the frost
Has wrought a silence, from the stove there shrills
The Cricket's song, in warmth increasing ever..."
and back to dreaming about the summer.....
"And seems to one in drowsiness half lost,
The Grasshopper's among some grassy hills."
Can you help me with other questions ?
Of course, simply enter them into the text boxes. If I can't help you, Aslan will be along around midnight, and he will pick them up from there.
Okay cool , because the ones I need help on , I posted them , and the one with no answer that the one I need help on .


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