Calendar

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Now thru September 1

Recipes Needed!

Be a part of history - submit your favorite recipe for Lanark’s Sesquicentennial Cookbook. Lanark’s 150th birthday is “A Celebration of People, Partnerships and Progress.” Deadline is Sept. 1, and recipe forms can be found at many Lanark businesses, including the Lanark Library, 110 W. Carroll St., and The Prairie Advocate at 446 S. Broad St.

Thru Sept. 6

“Your Table is Ready...Your Mint is on the Pillow” Expo

The Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center opened a new Expo called “Your Table is Ready...Your Mint is on the Pillow”, features displays from local lodging facilities and restaurants. Hotels, a bed and breakfast, camping and numerous restaurants are included in the exhibit. The Expo will be the Center’s featured exhibit through September 6. The Visitors Center, located at 4596 US Highway 20 east of Freeport, is open daily from 8 am to 8 pm. Funded by private donations, the center is designed to promote economic growth in Freeport and Stephenson County. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Visitors Center at 233-1357.

Tuesdays thru September 28

Lanark Farmers Market

Lanark’s Farmers Market will be held every Tuesday from 3 to 6 pm through September in the Lanark City Park from . Come and join us, both growers and consumers! Remember: to “Get it Fresh . . . Buy it Local! For details, call 815-541-0557.

Saturdays thru October

Mt. Carroll Farmers Market

Specialty crops featured on the brick streets of downtown Mt. Carroll from 8 am to noon. Fresh fruits & vegetables, herbs, honey and lots more! For details, contact the Mt. Carroll Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-244-9594, or visit their web site at www.mtcarrollil.org.

Sept. 1

Carroll Co. Fairboard Meeting

The Carroll Co. Fairboard meets the 1st Wednesday night of the month at 7:00 p.m. from October thru April at the Milledgeville City Hall. From May thru September they meet at the fairgrounds. The public is welcome to attend. Volunteer help is always needed. For more information contact Kris Lauritzen at 815-493-2498.

HRRV creates a support group

Hospice of the Rock River Valley invites individuals to attend. They will meet from 10-11:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of every month. Any parent who has lost a child of any age is invited to come share, laugh, communicate and heal. They will meet at the Hospice of the Rock River Valley office.

HRRV serves Lee, Whiteside, Bureau, Carroll, and Ogle counties. For more information call: 800-646-9242 or view www.hospicerockriver.org.

Journey Through Grief

Support could be a means of begiJourney Through Grief Adult Support Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Warren Community Building, Main Street, Warren, IL. For more information call 815-947-3260.

Tour of ‘Reagan Country’

The 100th anniversary of the birth of President Ronald Reagan will be commemorated with an ISHS motor-coach tour of “Reagan Country” this fall, Friday and Saturday, October 8-9, 2010. Tour destinations include sites associated with the Black Hawk War and Abraham Lincoln; the John Deere Interpretive Center at Grand Detour; Dixon and the Rock River Valley; the Laredo Taft monument to Native Americans in Oregon; and more. The fall tour will also include a historical marker dedication in Tampico, Registration deadline is September 1, 2010. For more information call the ISHS office at 217-525-2781.

September 2

Celebrate the Journey of Recovery

Recovery is more about a personal journey and less about a final destination. Each milestone along the way is cause for celebration. The Recovery Celebration will be held Thursday September 2, 2010 on the grounds of Sinnissippi Centers’ Dixon office (325 Illinois Route 2) from 6:30 pm to 8:30pm. The Recovery Celebration will include speakers, refreshments, and activities. For more information on Recovery Celebration contact Andy Jackson at Sinnissippi Centers Dixon office 284-6611.

Hug somebody–with a shawl

The Lanark United Methodist Church Shawl Ministry invites anyone to come knit with us.  We witness to God’s love by knitting, blessing, and giving shawls to those in need of friendship, celebration, healing, and comfort.  Knit 3, Purl 3 - come share God’s work with us, at 7 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays, at Lanark United Methodist Church.  Questions?  Call the church or Jane Smith at 815-225-7329.

September 3-4

Great Rt. 64-84 Shop Hop

Labor Day weekend is when the Great Rt. 64-84 Shop Hop is set, in Lanark, Mt. Carroll, Savanna and Fulton. See listings of shops at www.lanarkil.com/6484shophop, or at www.pacc-news.com, or call 815-273-2722 or 815-589-4545.

September 4

Shannon’s Homecoming

Go Fish will perform at the Shannon Homecoming Labor Day Weekend Celebration on Saturday evening, September 4 at 7 pm on the main stage in downtown Shannon. This concert will be free to the public, brought to you by Leap of Faith Music Ministries. Call 815-947-3063 for more information.

Min’s Mississippi Walk/Run

The sixteenth annual Min’s Mississippi Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, September 4th in Thomson, IL. The four mile event starts at 8:00 a.m. on the west end of Main Street, past the Thomson causeway campground. There will be two water stops on the course and one water stop at the finish. Refreshments will be provided for participants only. Race registration forms are available at local businesses or by contacting Melody Wilkinson at 815-259-2209. For more information visit www.minswalkrun.com.

September 4 thru October 17

Smithsonian in Lena

Lena’s Historical Society is one of only sic Illinois communities chosen to host “New Harmonies, Celebrating Roots of American Music,” an exhibit of root music that emerged from the blues, country, western, folk and gospel. The exhibit will be displayed at the Lena Museum, 427 Grove St., from 9/4 to 10 17. Extended hours will be offered. Private tours may be arranged by calling 815-233-2545 or 369-4135.

September 5

Mutts on Main

The first Sunday of September, October and November area animal rescues and shelters will be set up in Lyon’s 4 Square Park and ready to introduce you to their adoptable pets!

September 6

Antique Tractor Pull

When: Monday September 6, 2010 @ 12:00 Noon; Where: Ag-Tech property – former Kay Way property @ 759 West Commercial St., Mt. Carroll next to - Kunes’ Country Auto Group; Hosted by: River Bend Antique Tractor Pullers; Bring lawn chairs; Food provided by the Cyrus Masonic Lodge of Mt. Carroll – featuring BBQ, hotdogs, chips, cookies, pop & water. We will have an on-site “porta potty” for everyone to use.

Camera club meets

The Muddy River Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. at the restored Lyons Railroad Depot on 25th Avenue North just north off the Route 136 bridge in North Clinton, IA. Come check us out and visit our web site at www.muddyrivercc.com.

Washington Township Meeting

Washington Township Trustees hold regular meetings for FY April 2009 to March 2010 on the 2nd Monday of each month at the Township Building, Savanna Army Depot, at 7 p.m. For more information, contact WT Clerk Carol Bundy.

Palisades Art League Meets

The Palisades Art League’s monthly meeting is held on the second Monday of every month (except Dec. & Jan.) from 7 to 9 pm at the Masonic Hall, 1519 Chicago Ave., Savanna.

September 7

Food pantry

The Helping Hands Food Pantry located in the Milledgeville United Methodist Church, at the corner of Holcomb Ave and 4th St., near downtown Milledgeville is open from 9-11 a.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month. The Chadwick Milledgeville Ministerial Association sponsors the pantry. For more information, call the Milledgeville United Methodist Church at 815-225-7511 or call 815-684-5283.

September 8

Cancer support group

The Cancer Support Group of Northwest Illinois will hold their next meeting at 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Elizabeth in the Fellowship Hall. For more information contact the Hospice office at 815-947-3260 or Carolyn at 815-858-2224.

Savanna Lions Club meetings

Joins us on the 2nd Wed. of the month (Jan. 9) for our monthly Lions Club meetings at Antl Hall, Savanna. For more information contact: Brian Reusch at 815-273-7757

September 9

Questions For Candidates

Stephenson County Tea Party presents “Questions For Candidates Night” on Thursday, Sept. 9 in Lena. Candidates for Stephenson Co. County Sheriff David Snyders and Tim Clay at 6:30 pm, followed by Congressional Candidates George Gaulrapp and Don Manzullo. New larger location at the American Legion Hall, 316 W. Main St. Lena IL. Air conditioned. More info, call Bill Dietz 815-369-4334 or e-mail stepcoteaparty@aeroinc.net

September 11

Kids Fishing Day

Local area youth, ages 5-12, are encouraged to pre-register now for Kids Fishing Day at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge. A youth fishing clinic will be held at Frog Pond on September 11, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the day. Contact the District Office at (815) 273-2732, for details, to register your child or volunteer to help. Registration ends September 10 at 4 pm. Please bring your own fishing pole if you have one.

First Ladies Luncheon

Carroll County GOP Women are hosting a special luncheon of delicious food, candidates, an entertaining program, and guaranteed fun for all on Saturday, Sept. 11 at Naaman Diehl Auditorium in Mt. Carroll (Jct. Hwy 52-64 & 78). The luncheon starts at 12:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Sunday, Sept. 5 to Co-chairwomen Arlene Bickelhaupt at 815-244-8984, or Venita McConnel at 815-244-6534

Aglow International Meeting

Aglow International is hosting a women’s meeting on Saturday, Sept. 11, 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Land of Oz, 855 S. Mill St. Mount Carroll, IL (Please park in the rear of the building) Coffee will be served. Don’t miss the blessings! Please RSVP to Mary Allen 815-234-8781

Organic Valley Farm Speaker at Green Fair ‘Fare’

On September 11, 2010, there will be a dinner to raise awareness and funds for Green Fair activities. This year’s dinner, Green Fair Fare, will be held at Chestnut Mountain Resort with a cocktail hour starting at 5:30 p.m., a local foods dinner served at 6:30 p.m., and presentation by Organic Valley Founding Farmer Greg Welsh. Advanced reservations by visiting the Jo Daviess-Carroll County Extension website at www.web.extension.illinois.edu/jdc/. Additional information about Green Fair 2010 and Green Fair Fare can be found at www.nwil-greenfair.com. Organizations and businesses wishing to exhibit can contact Maggie Friedenbach, Recycling and Conservation Programs Coordinator, at 815-244-9444, or mfrieden@illinois.edu for details. Green Fair is an activity planned and promoted by Green Fair Alliance, representing environmentally minded organizations and individuals, and is facilitated by the University of Illinois Extension. For Jo Daviess County visitor information please call 877-444-5850 or visit www.galena.org

Special Care/Inclusion

4-C Community Coordinated Child Care is offering “Special Care/Inclusion” a workshop for child care center staff and family child care providers. The training helps increase the knowledge and comfort level of participants to enhance their ability to care for children with special needs/disabilities in typical child care settings. This workshop will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm at CGH Hospital in Sterling, IL. 4-C membership IS required. This workshop is FREE and registration is REQUIRED. To register contact Kim Sciacero at (815) 758-8149 ext 226 or (800) 848-8727 ext 226.

Level 1 Child Development Overview

4-C Community Coordinated Child Care is offering “Level 1 Child Development Overview: Understanding How Young Children Grow and Develop” a workshop for child care center staff and family child care providers without formal coursework. This workshop will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the YWCA of the Sauk Valley in Sterling, IL. 4-C membership NOT required. This workshop is FREE and registration is REQUIRED. To register contact Kim Sciacero at (815) 758-8149 ext 226 or (800) 848-8727 ext 226.

Level 1 Health Issues for Children in Group Care (module 2A)

4-C Community Coordinated Child Care is offering “Level 1 Health Issues for Children in Group Care” a workshop for child care center staff and family child care providers without formal coursework. This workshop will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the YWCA of the Sauk Valley in Sterling, IL. 4-C membership NOT required. This workshop is FREE and registration is REQUIRED. To register contact Kim Sciacero at (815) 758-8149 ext 226 or (800) 848-8727 ext 226.

September 12

Gravel Pit School Reunion

An all-school reunion is being planned for students who attended Gravel Pit School, a one-room country school north of Forreston, Illinois. The reunion will be held Sunday, September 12, 2010, at the Forreston Village Park in Forreston. All former students, their spouses, families, parents and teachers are invited to attend. At 12:30 p.m., there will be registration followed by a potluck dinner. Following the meal, we will have a time of reminiscing. Please bring a dish or two to pass and your own table service and drink. Bring your old photos, fond memories and any memorabilia to share. If you have any questions or pictures we can copy, contact Gerald Vietmeier at 815-961-0985.

Milledgeville UMC - Praise and Picnic at Stover Park

All are welcome to join us in our opening Sunday School class on September 12 at 9:00 AM in Stover Park.Youth and children will learn about Jesus through music, crafts and Bible stories. A contemporary outdoor praise service will be held at 10:15 AM in the park with a picnic lunch to follow the praise service. Tableware, food, and beverage to be provided. In the event of rain, all activities will be held at 4th & Holcomb. Call MUMC at 815.225.7511 if you have questions.

Baked Potato Bar

The Hope United Methodist Church of Chadwick will host a Baked Potato Bar at the church, located at 79 Snow Ave., on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Serving baked potatoes and all the trimmings drink and dessert for a set donation per person, with proceeds toward Mission projects. For details, please call 815-684-5180.

September 13

Camera club meets

The Muddy River Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. at the restored Lyons Railroad Depot on 25th Avenue North just north off the Route 136 bridge in North Clinton, IA. Come check us out and visit our web site at www.muddyrivercc.com.

Washington Township Meeting

Washington Township Trustees hold regular meetings for FY April 2009 to March 2010 on the 2nd Monday of each month at the Township Building, Savanna Army Depot, at 7 p.m. For more information, contact WT Clerk Carol Bundy.

Palisades Art League Meets

The Palisades Art League’s monthly meeting is held on the second Monday of every month (except Dec. & Jan.) from 7 to 9 pm at the Masonic Hall, 1519 Chicago Ave., Savanna.

September 14

Carroll County Retired Teachers

Retired educators from Carroll County will hold their first meeting of the 2010 - 2011 year. This meeting will be held on September 14, 2010 at Oakville County Club, Mt. Carroll, IL at noon. A meal will be served prior to a program using the cartoon character Maxine. Betty Clemtz and Pam Erby will give a skit on Maxine, the school teacher. Dues will be collected as well as the first opportunity to pay Life Memberships for the local organization at $200.00. Reservations should be made to a local director by Sept. 7th. A short business meeting will close the activities for the day.

September 16

Hug somebody–with a shawl

The Lanark United Methodist Church Shawl Ministry invites anyone to come knit with us.  We witness to God’s love by knitting, blessing, and giving shawls to those in need of friendship, celebration, healing, and comfort.  Knit 3, Purl 3 - come share God’s work with us, at 7 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays, at Lanark United Methodist Church.  Questions?  Call the church or Jane Smith at 815-225-7329.

September 18

Cruise to Mt. Carroll

Wow! It’s Mt. Carroll’s 4th year for hosting Cruise Nights! Bring your favorite wheels and enjoy the last cruise of the season, great food, and DJ. For more information, call Len Anderson, 815-244-7875, or Konrad Sack, 815-244-1932.

Quarry Days

Save the Date-Saturday, September 18, 2010. 9AM to 4PM. A unique family fun day. Dwyer Quarry at Civil Construction site. One-half mile east of Freeport off Business 20 East on Hollywood Road. Kids 3 and under-free. Volunteers needed. For cost information, contact Ken Bohnsack at 815-232-8737 or kbohnsack@comcast.net.

Milledgeville UMC Dinner

Milledgeville United Methodist Church will host a Hamette Dinner on September 18, 2010. Serving times are from 4:30 pm through 7:00 pm.Menu includes hamettes, scalloped potatoes, cole slaw, green beans rolls, drink and dessert. Carry outs are availalbe as well as local Milledgeville deliveries. Call the church at 815-225-7511 to purchase tickets or schedule a local delivery. The church is located at 4th and Holcomb in Milledgeville, IL.

October 2

Artisans & Crafters Needed for Fulton Fall Festival

Fulton Fall Festival is set for Saturday, October 2, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Fulton. The third annual arts & crafts show will be part of the event. A vendor application with complete details can be found at www.cityoffulton.us under the event listings or you may contact the Fulton Chamber of Commerce at 815-589-4545 or chamber@cityoffulton.us for cost information and details. Deadline to participate is September 1, 2010.

An Evening with Mary Todd Lincoln

The Friends of the Mount Carroll Public Library present An Evening with Mary Todd Lincoln, A Life Filled with Triumphs and Tragedies, on Saturday, October 2, 2010, 7:00 p.m., at Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mount Carroll. Actress Laura Keyes’ performance focuses on the life and losses of Mary Todd Lincoln. The setting is April 14, 1865 with Civil War reenactors present to add to the ambience. Silent auction, and wine, hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served. Tickets are available at the Mount Carroll Township Public Library, from members of Friends, at the dabluz boutique, at Mount Carroll banks, or by calling 1-800-244-9594, ext. 4, or by contacting Laura DeSpain at shop@dabluz.com. Proceeds to benefit the renovation of the Mount Carroll Township Public Library.

October 2-3

Music & Magic In Savanna

On October 2nd and 3rd, Alan St. George, show producer, and co-founder of The Alan and Adrianne St. George Center for the Arts, 800 Chicago Avenue in Savanna, will host “MUSIC & MAGIC IN SAVANNA, a benefit for these 2 local non profit organizations: the Savanna Historical Society and Adrianne’s Angels Pet Rescue. October 2nd, the doors open at 7:00 p.m.; performance begins at 7:30 p.m. On October 3rd, matinee show begins at 2:30, with doors opening at 2:00. FREE Popcorn and beverages at intermission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Theater is not handicapped accessible. Tickets and more info are available at Facemakers, 815-273-3900; online: MagicInSavanna.com or from Jean Ferris at 815-273-7262.

October 3

Mutts on Main

The first Sunday of October and November area animal rescues and shelters will be set up in Lyon’s 4 Square Park and ready to introduce you to their adoptable pets!

November 7

Mutts on Main

The first Sunday of November area animal rescues and shelters will be set up in Lyon’s 4 Square Park and ready to introduce you to their adoptable pets!

November 27

David Phelps in concert

David Phelps will return for a Christmas concert on Saturday, November 27 at the Freeport Masonic Temple. Call Leap of Faith Music Ministries at 815-947-3063 for more information.

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