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Rockford Thanksgiving Events
Each year, Rockford is an amazing place to celebrate the holiday season and this year is no exception! The season kicks off in full gear this Thanksgiving weekend with two events bound to provide hours of fun for your family. Rockford Thanksgiving Turkey Trot The Rockford Road Runners' oldest race is the Rockford Thanksgiving Turkey Trot which takes place on Thanksgiving Day. The trail race course at Aldeen Park is approximately a 5K distance. Runners guess their time with no timepieces allowed. Finish closest to your predicted time to win Thanksgiving turkeys or pies but you must be present to win. Start time is slated for 9am though those that expect to take longer than an hour may have an early start at 8:30am. To learn more about this event and to sign up online (volunteer signup also online), click here to visit the Rockford Road Runners' website.
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Davis Park at Founders Landing
According to gorockford.com, Davis Park at Founders Landing marks the site where Rockford's cultural and industrial heritage began. Its seven acres are bordered by the Rock River and two major streets in downtown Rockford. It also features numerous paved walks and numerous parking lots. Founders Landing is significant to Rockford's heritage because it was this area along the edge of the Rock River where early settlers crossed the river at a rocky ford which existed near where Kent Creek and the Rock River come together. These settlers developed many of the first industries in the Rockford area. Originally this area was known as the Water Power District. Today, you can see a tribute to these settlers at Davis Park where you'll find a sculpture of founders Thatcher Blake, Lewis Lemon and Germanicus Kent to celebrate Rockford's birthplace and its cultural and industrial heritage. Today, Davis Park and Founders Landing is home to an outdoor venue which hosts many recreational events as w...
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Rockford Art Museum – New Exhibit
A new exhibition entitled Exposed: Akerlund, Hampton, Nordlof featuring the work of three local photographers will run April 27th through August 11th in the Funderburg and Kuller galleries at the Rockford Art Museum. The three photographers features are Nels Akerlund, Brian Hampton and Bradley Nordlof. Their varied techniques represent the style and diversity of today's photography. Nels Akerlund's work features portraits of local residents in their day-to-day environment and his ability to capture everyday life's draws the viewer in. Akerlund has photographed world leaders, rock legends and politicians for over two decades. Hampton's work which combines video with still image features wildlife providing intense images that most would never see otherwise. Hampton hopes to encourage others to protect the dwindling populations of many species around the world. Nordlof uses texture, vivid color and composition to produce large-scale landscapes of the na...
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Rockford, IL Water Parks
Rockford is home to many great things including two amazing waterparks that provide family fun for thousands of Midwest families every year all year round! If you have kids, chances are that each summer you'll make at least one visit to Magic Waters Waterpark. Operated by the Rockford Park District, Magic Waters features the largest wave pool in Illinois, a wild water coaster and water slides for kids of all ages! Last year, the Rockford Park District received the 2012 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation from the National Recreation and Park Association. And In 2011, Magic Waters was rated the number four publicly owned waterpark in the country. And it's no surprise why. Magic Waters has high safety, customer service and cleanliness standards. The waterpark also offers accessible rides and attractions. Get ready for another summer of fun at Magic Waters! The 2013 season is June 8th through August 25th
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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – Rockford's Tropical Paradise
Dickerson and Nieman is proud that he Rockford area has so much to offer nature lovers! The Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings the tropics to the Midwest. The facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois and is located along the banks of the Rock River. The 22,000 square-foot conservatory includes an 11,000 square foot plant exhibition with water features, sculptures, seating areas all in a tropical plant setting. Seasonal floral displays are also featured as well as educational programs where children can learn the importance of plants. The Conservatory also hosts lecture series and special workshops and it also is the perfect place for events like business meetings, weddings and receptions. Field trips to the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens are also available allowing children to learn about this tropical paradise in the heart of Rockford! Special events are scheduled throughout the year including April's "Butterfly Month" which returns this year from April 2-28....