Burpee Museum of Natural History Come explore Burpee Museum and its award-winning exhibits such as Jane: Diary of a Dinosaur, and explore the history of the young T. rex skeleton found by Burpee Museum researchers in the badlands of Montana, called one of the ten most important dinosaur discoveriesContinue Reading
The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County is one of the best systems in Illinois with more than 10,000 acres of natural areas, recreational areas, lakes, rivers and forests to explore. From watching migratory birds being banded to boating at Rock Cut State Park, you’re sure to find all the outdoorContinue Reading
Tough Mudder Chicago – 2019The Driftless Area Magazine participated as both participants and press in this awesome event! WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE THE RUSH OF ENERGY, JOY, AND PURE EMOTIONS THAT THE TOUGH MUDDER CHICAGO HAS PLANTED INTO OUR HEARTS AND SOULS! A special thanks goes out to Kyle and allContinue Reading
About the Region There are 285,873 people in the Rockford Region (2016), including the surrounding metro area. Located within Winnebago County, there are several unique surrounding villages and cities that form the Rockford Region, each with its own history, restaurants, and attractions! Explore and learn more about each areaContinue Reading
CRE8IV Music & Arts Fest will take place downtown near the intersection of First Street and E. State Street and will include live music and creative performances on two stages, mural painting, local food trucks, creative interactive activities, mural tours and more. Artists and bands from around the country, asContinue Reading
Garden Explorers is a ten-week interactive parent/child activity. Each week features a story time led by a community leader, followed by an activity, craft, or children’s music. Garden Explorers is appropriate for four to six-year-olds, but children of all ages are welcome. Garden Explorers Takes Place in the PavilionEnter theContinue Reading
Meet us at the Rockford City Market! The Outdoor Rockford City Market began in May of 2010 under the planning, leadership, and guidance of the local non-profit, the Rock River Development Partnership. Since then, the Market has grown substantially over the years and we feel continually blessed by the community’sContinue Reading