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| 2/2/2022 | Online with OMEE - Overview of financial resources for small businesses Wednesday, February 2, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/2/2022 |  Members and prospective members of The Parks Chamber are invited to join us via Zoom on the first Wednesday of every month at 11:00 AM to learn more about the chamber, our events, and the benefits of membership. Advance registration is requested, and the Zoom link with dial-in details are provided below:
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| 2/4/2022 | It’s great to skate indoors at the coolest place in town, no matter what the weather is like outdoors! Gather family or friends for some Friday night fun and healthy exercise at Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL. Frosty Fridays discounted indoor public ice skating sessions are scheduled every Friday from October 1, 2021 through March 25, 2022, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 per person (all ages), which includes skate rental; no discount coupons accepted. Frosty Fridays are among the many low-fee family friendly events offered for the community by the Rockford Park District. For more information on ice skating/hockey programs and events, plus monthly public skating calendars, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/skating, or call 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted skating equipment for people with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/5/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/6/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/11/2022 | It’s great to skate indoors at the coolest place in town, no matter what the weather is like outdoors! Gather family or friends for some Friday night fun and healthy exercise at Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL. Frosty Fridays discounted indoor public ice skating sessions are scheduled every Friday from October 1, 2021 through March 25, 2022, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 per person (all ages), which includes skate rental; no discount coupons accepted. Frosty Fridays are among the many low-fee family friendly events offered for the community by the Rockford Park District. For more information on ice skating/hockey programs and events, plus monthly public skating calendars, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/skating, or call 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted skating equipment for people with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/12/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/13/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2/16/2022 | The Parks Chamber Legislative Event Series will be held from 4:00 - 6:00 PM Monthly on the Third Wednesday from February through October of 2022 at Forest Hills Country Club (5135 Forest Hills Road). Each monthly event will feature the chef’s selection of heavy hors d’oeuvres, and cash bars will be open for the duration of each event:
“State of the Airport” by Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) Executive Director Michael P. Dunn  Mike is a former assistant to Governor James R. Thompson of Illinois and remains extremely involved in governmental and political issues at the local, regional, state, and national level. From 2001 to 2010, Dunn served as a Commissioner on the Greater Rockford Airport Authority Board of Commissioners, with the last eight years serving as Board Chairman. In 2010, he was appointed to lead Federal and State lobbying efforts for our region in both Springfield and Washington D.C. In 2011, Dunn returned to the Airport as Director and then began his role as Executive Director in 2012. Mike and his wife Linda have been married for 45 years and are lifelong residents of Rockford. They have three children and eight grandchildren. The Parks Chamber Legislative Event Series will also feature display tables by federal, state, and local organizations that offer free and confidential services to the businesses and entrepreneurs to include:
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| 2/17/2022 | How to Pick Your Best Marketing Channels for 2022 February 17, 2022 11 am to 12 pm Theresa Knauf, LocaliQ We'll review the current and trending marketing channels and how to pick the best channels to market your business. Register here | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/18/2022 | It’s great to skate indoors at the coolest place in town, no matter what the weather is like outdoors! Gather family or friends for some Friday night fun and healthy exercise at Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL. Frosty Fridays discounted indoor public ice skating sessions are scheduled every Friday from October 1, 2021 through March 25, 2022, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 per person (all ages), which includes skate rental; no discount coupons accepted. Frosty Fridays are among the many low-fee family friendly events offered for the community by the Rockford Park District. For more information on ice skating/hockey programs and events, plus monthly public skating calendars, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/skating, or call 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted skating equipment for people with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/19/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/20/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2/25/2022 | Theo Von Bringing “Return of the Rat” Tour to Coronado PAC Feb. 25 Tickets to Comedian and Podcaster’s First Appearance in Rockford On Sale Tomorrow ROCKFORD, IL (December 9, 2021) – Comedian and podcaster Theo Von is set to make his first appearance in Rockford, IL, as part of his “Return of the Rat” tour with a stop at the Coronado Performing Arts Center on February 25, 2022. The show is set for 8p.m. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Friday, December 10 at 10a.m. online at Ticketmaster.com, in-person at the Coronado PAC box office and by phone at 815-968-5222. Theo Von can be seen and heard weekly on his widely popular podcasts “This Past Weekend” and “King and the Sting,” which garner millions of listens/views a month. His new comedy special “Regular People” was filmed at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, and is now streaming on Netflix. ### ABOUT THEO VON: THEO VON grew up in the stray animal belt of southern Louisiana. He was a child there and became an adult slowly there. He can be seen and heard weekly on his widely popular podcasts that garner millions of listens/views a month THIS PAST WEEKEND, and KING AND THE STING. Theo’s new comedy special REGULAR PEOPLE was filmed at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN and is now streaming on Netflix. In the Spring of 2020 Theo completed his two-year DARK ARTS TOUR, which took him across America, Australia, and Europe, and another country. He’s currently on the road with his 2021 RETURN OF THE RAT TOUR. If you want to know how Theo is doing he is probably doing the best he can; which varies. He currently resides in Nashville and Los Angeles. Gang. ABOUT ASM GLOBAL: ASM Global is the world’s leading producer of entertainment experiences, venue management and event strategy. The company’s elite venue network spans five continents with a portfolio of more than 300 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibition centers, and performing arts venues. From Aberdeen to Anchorage and Sydney to Stockholm, its venues fuel live entertainment worldwide. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/25/2022 | It’s great to skate indoors at the coolest place in town, no matter what the weather is like outdoors! Gather family or friends for some Friday night fun and healthy exercise at Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL. Frosty Fridays discounted indoor public ice skating sessions are scheduled every Friday from October 1, 2021 through March 25, 2022, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 per person (all ages), which includes skate rental; no discount coupons accepted. Frosty Fridays are among the many low-fee family friendly events offered for the community by the Rockford Park District. For more information on ice skating/hockey programs and events, plus monthly public skating calendars, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/skating, or call 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted skating equipment for people with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/26/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/27/2022 | Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena invites everyone to enjoy an afternoon of indoor ice skating fun with family or friends while gaining the benefits of recreation and exercise at Rockin’ Rocky’s Family Skate sessions on Saturdays and Sundays through April 24, 2022. (Facility is closed December 25, 2021, January 1, 2022, and April 17, 2022 (Easter); check calendar at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/publicskate for current schedule.) Ice skate to music under disco lights, and watch for special appearances by facility mascot Rocky the Bear. A special skate and meal deal is available at the sessions, and includes public skating admission, skate rental, a medium fountain drink, and choice of either a hot dog and chips, or a slice of pizza (one topping), or a pretzel with cheese and popcorn, all for just $13 per person. Saturday session times are 1-3 pm; and Sunday times are 2-4 pm. Pre-registration is not required. Regular admission to the sessions for skating only is $5 per person, and skate rental available for $2; no discount coupons will be accepted for regular admission to these events, or for the package. Information on admission fees, additional monthly public skating hours, memberships, events, birthday party packages, and private rentals is available at https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/carlson or 815-969-4069, where information on accessibility and adapted/assistive skating equipment for skaters with disabilities is also available. Safety has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Rockford Park District. The District has worked with and followed guidelines from the CDC, IDPH, Restore Illinois, and local health officials to develop procedures and protocols to ensure a fun and safe recreational experience. For information on the Park District’s current face mask policy, and health and safety information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/playitsafe. more info... |
