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Rockford: 6 Destinations for Craft Beer
With Illinois Craft Beer Week right around the corner on May 13-20, Rockford homes for sale just got even better! After all, the city of Rockford is filled with great bars, taverns, and breweries where you can indulge in food and drink until your heart's content. Our real estate agents have all pitched in to name their favorites, and it's quite an eclectic group:
- The Olympic Tavern — 2327 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Opened in 1945, The Olympic Tavern has been a staple of Rockford for nearly eight incredible decades. In addition to delicious appetizers and more than two dozen beers on tap, you'll find steaks, fresh seafood, wings, tacos, and loads of other favorites. This full-service restaurant and bar has seen many changes over the years, but their dedication to craft beer and excellent customer service has always remained.
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Celebrate Pi Day With Pizza Around Rockford
March 14th is a day proudly celebrated by mathematicians, scientists, and all those who appreciate their work. It's Pi Day! Since pi is approximately equal to 3.14, it makes sense to celebrate this mathematical constant mid-March. So, how does one celebrate an irrational number? One option is to eat a pizza from a top Rockford restaurant. Here are a few pizza restaurants our real estate agents recommend visiting for the occasion.Â
- Pino's on Main Pizza: 2511 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Pino's on Main Pizza is an authentic Italian restaurant that has served Rockford residents for more than 30 years. Their pizza features a thin and crispy crust, flavorful cheese, and bountiful toppings. You can eat it in-house or opt for carryout or delivery.
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Rockford: Where to Take an Art Class
Interested in flexing your creative muscles? An art class might be just the thing you need to unlock your creative talents. The area around our Rockford homes for sale has plenty of studios, art galleries, and other places where you can explore different artistic mediums with help from those who know them best. Take a closer look at our list of locations offering art classes below to find one that aligns best with your interests.Â
- Rockford Art Museum - 711 N. Main St., Rockford, Il 61103Â
The Rockford Art Museum is much more than just a simple gallery. In addition to their many informative classes on art history and technique, they also offer ceramics and figure study classes for adults interested in exploring their creative side. They even host cartoon and anime drawing classes for kids, allowing young artists to hone their skills in a supportive environment with expert guidance. They have a mixture of live and virtual events to choose from, so you attend online or in-person, depending on your schedule and needs.
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Rockford Dining: Can You Take the Heat?
It may not be as popular as Christmas or Halloween, but International Hot and Spicy Food Day is a wonderful day for lovers of spicy dishes to celebrate. Taking place on January 16th, the level of spice that you'd like to endure will be entirely up to you—and your stomach, of course.Â
If you've been looking at recent Rockford homes for sale and have a soft spot for spicy food, you may have been wondering what types of mouth-watering dishes are available in the area. To get you started, our agents have put together a quick list of some local favorites that feature plenty of spicy dishes and mild concoctions.
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Rockford, IL: Where to Shop Small Nov. 27
Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27 is an opportunity to shop at and support local businesses, which are the backbone of many towns and cities. The U.S. Senate unanimously voted in support of Small Business Saturday in 2011, which means this is the holiday's 10th anniversary! Make sure you get out there and shop at locally owned Rockford businesses in celebration. Our real estate agents have a few excellent shops to recommend.
- Salvaged by Sonya: 330 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61104
Salvaged by Sonya is a local retailer of vintage, retro, and re-purposed goods. The store opened in 2011 — the same year that Small Business Saturday officially began. You'll find all sorts of unique trinkets on their shelves, from vintage lamps to embroidered pillows.
This would be a great place to do some holiday shopping or find some fun decor for your new home. The owners also hold estate sales if you're ever in need of that service.