Community Calendar

Come One, Come All!
Books on First once again is sponsoring "Find Waldo Local" in Dixon, all the month of July. Based on the children's Where's Waldo books in which we seek and find Waldo and friends in various locations around town and the world within the pages, children from anywhere can seek and find Waldo in 25 locations around Dixon, IL, including the Parks District building, the Next Picture Show art gallery, Discover Dixon Main Street Chamber of Commerce HQ and other fun places including of course, Books on First.
We have lots of prizes for those participating, those seeing Waldo in at least 10 spots and those becoming eligible for entry into drawings for Where's Waldo books as well as contributed prizes from There's Fun Inside and more. Get involved in a Dixon-wide search for Waldo and experience the Local Small Businesses all around town. The hunt ends in a "Bye, Waldo" party on Saturday, 1 August!

Carol’s Kindness will have a garage sale July 31, 9-4:30 and August 1, 9-3:00 at Beth Eden Methodist Church, 3201 Huffman Blvd., Rockford. There will be clothes, tools, household items, books, antiques, collectibles and more.

All proceeds will go to fund a scholarship in memory of Carol McFeggan, a beloved Auburn High School secretary who was lost to domestic violence in 2009. This scholarship with the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois will be awarded to students who demonstrate the kind of compassion and willingness to serve that Carol showed to all.

Lean into your creative side and practice drawing wildlife step-by-step while learning about native species. This weekly series is geared for ages 6 through adult. Paper, pencils, and crayons provided. Bringing your own drawing supplies is encouraged! No session on June 19th or July 3rd.

Thousands of people with disabilities rely on the assistance of service dogs. This documentary follows the two-year training journey of these remarkable animals, from their earliest days as puppies, through time spent living in prisons, to traveling the world, and the stories of the handlers whose lives they transform. The program is free and open to the public, and is approximately 56 minutes, not rated, and made possible through PBS.

Drop in to learn how you can contribute to science and document wildlife in our prairie! Open to all ages, participants may monitor our monarch population, check the snake boards, learn to identify plants, and get inspired by the majestic midwest prairie ecosystem.

RSVP online to receive a reminder email and updates on what’s blooming in our prairie.

Join author and librarian Amy Alessio for a fun and flavorful look at the food trends of the 1970s and the surprising number that never really went away. From the creamy, herb-packed Green Goddess dressing to the infamous Watergate cake and salad — still very much alive, just under different names — this program digs into the cultural moments and culinary curiosities that defined a decade. Along the way, you'll discover how politics, pop culture, and a fondness for Jell-O molds shaped what Americans were putting on the table, and why so many of those dishes are making a comeback today.

Amy Alessio is an award-winning librarian; author of the Amazon bestselling Alana O'Neill mystery series featuring vintage recipes and has given over 300 presentations to libraries and groups on vintage cooking and crafts. This free program is available in-person at the Granville Branch and virtually via Zoom. To register for virtual attendance, visit: t.ly/7R9R3.

In Iconic America, David Rubenstein examines the history of America through its most celebrated symbols and places on location and in conversation with historians, community members, and experts, exploring how their meanings have shifted over time and what they reveal about who we are as a nation. This episode turns to baseball, America's enduring pastime, and no ballpark is more storied than Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. Through the loyalty of a city to its team and its beloved ballpark, the episode traces the deeper threads of community, identity, and resilience that run through America's favorite game. This free program runs approximately 55 minutes, not rated, and is made possible through PBS.

Illinois is home to a remarkable variety of moths — and there is far more to these nocturnal neighbors than meets the eye. This engaging program presented by the University of Illinois Extension Office explores the biology, behaviors, and ecological importance of Illinois' moths, and shows you how to get involved through simple citizen science activities in honor of National Moth Week. This free program is open to the public.

Lean into your creative side and practice drawing wildlife step-by-step while learning about native species. This weekly series is geared for ages 6 through adult. Paper, pencils, and crayons provided. Bringing your own drawing supplies is encouraged! No session on June 19th or July 3rd.

EWP Presents Robbie Fulks & Griffin William Sherry Showcase
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Tickets are $36,
(All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order)
Fulks and Griffin are bringing a world-class night of Americana, Folk rock, BlueGrass and Northern Country for 1 night only. It will be an evening of original hits. A rare chance to see these masters of heartfelt American storytelling with vibrant music, shimmering guitar mastery, and lively tunes that tell the tales of today. This music is made to stir your soul and move your feet. Be part of a night that will make moving memories for all who attend.
Recommended: 12+

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