Jul 27 Saturday
Playing music from every decade and virtually every style, Good Clean Fun delivers an exciting show that's guaranteed to put a smile on anyone's face and bring everyone out to the dance floor!
Led by husband-and-wife team, Good Clean Fun is the perfect party band for any occasion. Mike & Traci put love, personalization, and energy into every performance. Good Clean Fun has been entertaining the New York Tri-State area since 1997. and the Midwest since 2006. They currently hold the "Couple's Choice Award" for the last 6 consecutive years.
This performance is free and open to all. No registration is required. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
Concerts on the Creek Presents the Stateline’s Favorite Bluegrass Quartet, Grass Attack on Sat., July 27, 7 – 9 PM. Doors open at 6:00 pm. at Spring Creek Church, 4500 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, ILFree admission. $10 free-will donation encouraged.Seating limit 150. An advanced $5 donation https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/7aee2130-b7ce-4d91-af01-391e580480b5 guarantees admission regardless of arrival time.
You've probably heard them at a festival, at the jam session they host, or at their debut Concert On The Creek last fall. If you have, we're sure you'll be back. If you haven't heard them, come out and see why Grass Attack has become the Stateline's favorite bluegrass quartet. Learn more about Grass Attack at https://www.facebook.com/GrassAttack.net/.
The concert will run from 7pm until about 9pm. Doors open at 6pm. Packaged snacks and bottled soft drinks will be available before the concert and during the intermission.
There is no admission charge, but goodwill donations from the audience pay the musicians and help to defray the church's event hosting costs (total $10 donation encouraged, but all amounts appreciated). Attendance is limited to 150. Those who wish guaranteed seating regardless of what time they arrive may make a non-refundable 'down payment' in the form of a $5 ticket at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/7aee2130-b7ce-4d91-af01-391e580480b5 . Those who are unable to buy online may email cotc4500@gmail.com or phone 815.979.1949 for special arrangements.
We offer free off-street parking for 95 vehicles and our all-on-one-floor listening area is easily accessible; acoustics are excellent. Deepest thanks to our sponsors Downtown Discount Pharmacy and Obrien & Dobbins Pharmacy for their generous support of great live music in our community. Learn more at downtowndiscountdrug.com and obrienspharmacy.net.
Jul 30 Tuesday
The Rockford Park District presents the Rock Valley Summer Festival orchestra on Tuesday, Jul. 30 at the Sinnissippi Band Shell in Sinnissippi Park. The orchestra is made up of musicians from the Music Academy in Rockford, Rock Valley College, Rockford Symphony Orchestra, and local professional musicians.
The orchestra is led by Rock Valley College music professor and Rockford Symphony Principal Cellist Michael Beert.More Info: https://rockfordparkdistrict.org/soundsofsummer
Aug 01 Thursday
The Dixon Municipal Band presents Summer Sounds 2024 on Thursday evenings in Page Park.
Aug 02 Friday
Jazz in Progress joins us for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby!
Jazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its mission of musical, charitable, and educational purposes to advance the appreciation, performance, and history of jazz music and its related genres. Its membership includes a variety of talented musicians from the DeKalb County area. The ensemble also honors the practice of inviting local high school and college jazz musicians to sit in with the band, giving young musicians an opportunity to gain more experience in playing jazz music.
JIP is an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that puts funds raised back into local community music programs. Past recipients of JIP donations include the DeKalb, Genoa-Kingston, Hinckley-Big Rock, Indian Creek and Sycamore music booster organizations, as well as St. Mary’s-DeKalb and the DeKalb County Community Foundation.
JIP has performed at benefit and fund raising events and venues around the area including the St. Mary’s Lancer Legacy Ball, Sycamore Natural History Museum’s Rockin’ for the Reptiles, Stage Coach Theatre, Sycamore Farmers Market, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Artigras, The House Café, and Oak Crest Senior Proms. The band also has performed with the Celebration Chorale and at many other community and charity events.
This concert is free and open to all. No registration is required. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Aug 04 Sunday
Coliseum Museum of Art, Antiques & Americana - - Presents the "Tamarack Players" Sunday, August 4th at 2:30pm. Doors open at 1:30pm. Playing Jazz, Pop and Broadway.
Kevin Carroll - Saxophone/Flute/VocalistNickolas Davis - Pianist/VocalistKate Wilen - VocalistShelly May Hutchinson - Drums
Ice Cream Social immediately following the performance. Ice Cream provided by Jay's Drive In, Oregon IL.
This event is free, but registration is encouraged. Register for free at www.cmaaa.org/events.
Aug 08 Thursday
Aug 10 Saturday
Fox Valley Presbyterian Church is delighted to announce a special concert event, "Bernstein to Bernstein," dedicated to the music and works of the legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. The concert will take place on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 3 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public; donations will be accepted.
This unique musical event will feature a diverse program of Bernstein's compositions, including piano solos, vocal solos, and duets. Attendees will be treated to some of his most beloved pieces, showcasing the breadth and depth of his talent.
Leonard Bernstein, renowned for his contributions to both classical and popular music, has left an indelible mark on the world of music. His works, from the electrifying "West Side Story" to his introspective piano solos, continue to resonate with audiences around the globe.
The "Bernstein to Bernstein" concert promises to be an unforgettable afternoon of music, celebrating the genius of Bernstein and the enduring power of his compositions. Musicians Kathleen Monson, Kristina Bachrach, and Riko Higuma will come together to perform these iconic works in the beautiful setting of Fox Valley Presbyterian Church.
The Prairie Arts Council proudly presents “Bring Him Home: Opera Concert for the Arts.” This special event features a selection of arias, art songs, and contemporary music performed by Princeton’s own, Dane Suarez, tenor, and Nick Towns, piano.
Saturday, August 10, 2024: Gala Experience $45-5:00 PM, Gala – Enjoy appetizers and cocktails, view the Gallery Exhibit (located in the Prairie Arts Center Gallery)-6:00 PM, Performance in the Prairie Arts Center TheaterSunday, August 11, 2024: Matinee $352:00 PM at the Princeton High School Auditorium
Tickets are General Admission. To reserve your ticket and set up payment, please email prairieartsprinceton@gmail.com or call 815-875-2631 x 1014.
If special seating is needed, please note at ticket contact.Accessibility: Both venues are wheelchair accessible. Please contact us for any special accommodations.
Aug 17 Saturday
The Jersey Brothers perform music from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, and their contemporaries, with historical notes from the groups popular and on-going career.
Seasoned performers, Norm and Randy Murray have appeared on the same bill as The Four Seasons, Johnny Rivers, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Diamonds, and Bill Haleys Comets.
This event is free and open to all. No registration is required.