Northern Illinois Community Calendar

Wild Roots is partnering with middle school artists across Rockford to bring an immersive art show blending nature education with representations of our area’s magnificent native species. This show will be on display from November 13-15 during City Market Open Hours. FREE EVENT. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Take a photographic journey through Northern Illinois with David Olson. David is a renowned nature photographer, so be sure to join us for a wonderful, visually stunning presentation with plenty of time for Q & A. All ages. $3 member/$5 non member.

Register at: https://wildrootsnaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=9658

Spread your wings of knowledge and soar into a feathered frenzy. Uncover bird adaptations that have made birds true masters of the sky. Join us at Severson Dells for these family-friendly, open-house style events. Each month will have a different nature theme full of hands-on, minds-on activities for guests of all ages to participate in. Weather permitting, there will also be guided hikes.

All Science Saturdays are FREE! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

For more information, visit WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Science-Saturdays

This seasonal favorite returns! Enjoy a stroll on candlelit trails, live music in the classroom, s'mores, hot chocolate and more! All ages. FREE family friendly event! No registration required.

For more information, visit WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Luminaria

This seasonal favorite returns! Enjoy a stroll on candlelit trails, live music in the classroom, s'mores, hot chocolate and more! All ages. FREE family friendly event! No registration required.

For more information, visit WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Luminaria

Participate in real community-driven science on these monthly walks! Learn about our seasonal wildlife and plant monitoring techniques and try them out for yourself. It's a perfect way to learn more about the volunteer research we coordinate and how you can get involved. FREE event, but space is limited so please register. Ages 12 and up.

Register at: https://wildrootsnaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=9678

Celebrate the holidays with Rockford’s most joyful musical tradition. Gather with family and friends for unforgettable festive favorites, dazzling lights, and joyful surprises. Joined by the Nielsen Chorale and Kantorei Youth Choir, the RSO brings together nearly 200 musicians and guests to fill the Coronado with the sounds of the season. Share in the music and magic of the most wonderful time of the year.

Celebrate the holidays with Rockford’s most joyful musical tradition. Gather with family and friends for unforgettable festive favorites, dazzling lights, and joyful surprises. Joined by the Nielsen Chorale and Kantorei Youth Choir, the RSO brings together nearly 200 musicians and guests to fill the Coronado with the sounds of the season. Share in the music and magic of the most wonderful time of the year.