Kathi Edwards<\/span> \u2018Hollywood Medium\u2019 star Tyler Henry embraces skeptics in new live Netflix series<\/p>\n Medium Tyler Henry wants believers and skeptics alike to tune into his new live Netflix series, \u201cLive from the Other Side.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/media-video><\/div>\n The weekend brings the opening of Summerfield Zoo, the Rockford Coffee Crawl, Bat out of Hell the Musical, wedding expos and Earth Day events, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Rockford area.<\/p>\n What: Rockford Art Museum presents the 10th annual Art In Bloom exhibition in its galleries, where designers will use flowers and other organic materials to interpret pieces of art from the Permanent Collection.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. April 16-19<\/p>\n Where: Rockford Art Museum, 711 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $10; $5 for members<\/p>\n What: This three-day community celebration and annual sale event brings together shopping and entertainment. There will be food trucks, live music, demonstrations, giveaways and exclusive deals and new items each day.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m. April 16-April 18<\/p>\n Where: Rockford ReStore, 7141 Harrison Ave., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n What: Independent coffee shops in the Rockford region host the Rockford Coffee Crawl 2026. Participants include Rosie\u2019s in Pecatonica; My Caf\u00e9 Amore in Cherry Valley; Inzombia Coffee, Meg\u2019s Daily Grind, Rockford Roasting Company, Wired Caf\u00e9, alMoka Coffee House, Katie\u2019s Cup, Mrs. Buckbee\u2019s and La Croute Bakery, all in Rockford; and DeeDee’s Main St. Coffee and D\u00e9cor in Rockton. Tour through the stateline and enjoy food, pastries and coffee at its best. If you visit at least five of the participating shops, you are entered for a chance to win a gift basket with merchandise, gift cards and other items from each of the participating shops.<\/p>\n When: April 17-April 19<\/p>\n Where: participating coffee shops in the Rockford area<\/p>\n What: Pick up bare-root saplings while supplies last. There will be red oak, burr oak, white oak, and pecan saplings available. You can take up to three per household. Each sapling is 1-2 feet long and will need to be planted in a pot or in the ground within a few days of pick up. Planting instructions will be provided.<\/p>\n When: Noon \u2013 6 p.m. April 17<\/p>\n Where: Nature at the Confluence, 306 Dickop St., South Beloit<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: Plan your wedding in one location with vendors, prizes and a fashion show.<\/p>\n When: 5:30 \u2013 10 p.m. April 17<\/p>\n Where: Hard Rock Casino Rockford, 7801 E. State St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $15; $10 in advance<\/p>\n What: The ninth annual Fashion in Bloom fashion show spotlights fresh floral accessories and living couture by regional designers, as well as vibrant fashions from local fashion boutique B Jones. This event includes heavy hors d\u2019oeuvres, cash bar and music by Luxe Productions. A limited number of tickets will be sold; reservations are required. Proceeds benefit Rockford Art Museum exhibitions and programs.<\/p>\n When: 6:30 p.m. April 17<\/p>\n Where: Rockford Art Museum, 711 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $125<\/p>\n What: Caitlin Mae is a Nashville-based, award-winning country singer\/songwriter, whose music has earned international acclaim, radio success, and a rapidly growing global fanbase. Known for honest storytelling and dynamic live performances, Caitlin Mae has taken her music from arena shows and major festival stages, to headline tours, including sharing the stage with country music star, Carrie Underwood. Now calling Nashville home, she continues to tour nationally and internationally.<\/p>\n When: 8 p.m. April 17<\/p>\n Where: The Music Box, 218 E. State St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $12-$16<\/p>\n What: \u201cBat Out of Hell,\u201d the award-winning musical, is a spectacle in which the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme. In this reimagined show, a dynamic eight-piece rock band performs amidst sprawling multi-level platforms that transport you through the diverse worlds of Bat Out Of Hell. The cast will bring powerhouse vocals to Meat Loaf’s anthems including \u201cI’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That),\u201d \u201cDead Ringer for Love,\u201d \u201cIt’s All Coming Back to Me,\u201d and of course, \u201cBat Out of Hell.\u201d<\/p>\n When: 8 p.m. April 17<\/p>\n Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $62-$118<\/p>\n What: Immerse yourself in yoga among the trees in this one-hour yoga flow class that combines Yin and Vinyasa Yoga. Join yoga instructor, Marie Bridges, overlooking the oaks, hickories and sycamores from the floor-to-ceiling windows of Lupton Hall. This class is designed to marry breath with movement, using a sequence of postures that engage the muscles, improve flexibility and promote mindfulness. Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class is designed to be accessible to all who are willing to try. Registration closes at 8 a.m. All ages are welcome. Participants 14 years of age and younger must have an adult present. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.<\/p>\n When: 9-10 a.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Atwood Center, 2685 New Milford School Road, Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $15<\/p>\n What: The National Association of Education for Young Children (NAEYC) designates one week in April to celebrate early learning, young children, their teachers, families and communities. The WOYC Rockford Region hosts this annual Family Fun Fair.<\/p>\n When: 9 a.m. \u2013 noon April 18<\/p>\n Where: Harlem High School, 1 Huskie Circle, Machesney Park<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: Come for the opening weekend of Summerfield Zoo. Tour the zoo\u2019s exotic animals, including capybaras, zebra, otters, hyenas, wolves, reindeer and sloth. Get up close with many animals and see an animal presentation featuring Daisy the mini cow (with photo opportunities). Buy bottles for the baby goats and pellets for the adult goats. Visit the gift and snack shops. All proceeds support the care of the animals. The zoo is open rain or shine.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Summerfield Zoo, 3088 Flora Road, Belvidere<\/p>\n Cost: $16; $14 for seniors; $10 for children; free parking<\/p>\n What: Join Klehm\u2019s knowledgeable volunteers who care for the garden and enjoy a variety of wildflowers in their native setting. Learn which woodland wildflowers you can use in your own shady yard. Learn about soil, sun and moisture requirements, unique adaptations, pollinators and the benefits of using Illinois natives in your yard. Ask questions, learn and enjoy the beauty of spring at this special program. Meet at the Visitor\u2019s Center a few minutes before 10 a.m. Wear suitable shoes and clothing for the weather and possible muddy conditions.<\/p>\n When: 10-11 a.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Klehm Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 2715 S. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $10, includes entry fee<\/p>\n What: Come for the first walk of the summer hosted by Women\u2019s March Rockford. The loop around the lake is 1.3 miles. Feel free to bring kids and friendly pets.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Bauman Park, 3370 Mill Road, Cherry Valley<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: Come celebrate Earth Day with the Lorax. Read a shorter version of the Lorax, then paint your own pot to plant a seed.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. \u2013 noon April 18<\/p>\n Where: Rockford Public Library, 215 N. Wyman St., Rockford<\/p>\n What: Come meet some new like-minded friends, reconnect with familiar faces and celebrate a little Communi-Tea at this English Tea Party event. Feel free to bring a sweet or savory treat, but it\u2019s not required. Come as you are and enjoy some tea and good company. Dress as your favorite Alice in Wonderland character for some added fun. Open mic will be available for anyone interested.<\/p>\n When: 1 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 Third Ave., Rockford<\/p>\n What: In this giveaway, there are winners every half hour, with different cuts of meat, sides and desserts all up for grab.<\/p>\n When: 2 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Top Dog Pizza & Pub, 8638 N. Second St., Machesney Park<\/p>\n Cost: Free to enter<\/p>\n What: Join Atwood staff for a trek around the park in search of animal prints.<\/p>\n When: 2-3 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Atwood Center, 2685 New Milford School Road, Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: free; donations welcomed<\/p>\n What: The Hope Foundation’s annual fundraising event supports education opportunities for Hononegah Community High School, including scholarships and teacher grants. Dress business casual or wear a themed outfit. Tickets include admission, dinner for two, The Gem Shop jewelry raffle, a silent auction, raffles and live music by Nauti Nauti.<\/p>\n When: 5:30-10:30 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: American Center, 211 W. Main St., Rockton<\/p>\n Cost: $140<\/p>\n What: This evening will be packed with dancing, food, drinks and a silent auction. Trinadora will be playing country hits from the 80s and 90s. Help celebrate Inscape\u2019s Rockford Area Arts Council Award for Placemaking & Spacemaking.<\/p>\n When: 6-9 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Inscape Collective, 201 Seventh St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $25<\/p>\n What: This is the ninth annual gala. Come support the mission of the center and those it serves. The Superhero Center provides the region\u2019s only free sensory gym and community center for children and families with autism and other special needs. Tickets include admission, dinner and live entertainment. There will be a cash\/card bar.<\/p>\n When: 6-11 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Embassy Suites, 416 S. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $130<\/p>\n What: Medium Tyler Henry, star of the Netflix series, \u201cLife After Death with Tyler Henry\u201d and E! Entertainment\u2019s show, \u201cHollywood Medium with Tyler Henry,\u201d continues his sold-out national Live Show tour across the country. Tyler will explain how he communicates with the other side, give audience readings and answer audience questions.<\/p>\n When: 7 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Hard Rock Casino Rockford, 7801 E. State St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $68-$138<\/p>\n What: Experience the musical brilliance of compositions exploring destiny and the courage to face it. The concert opens with Carlos Simon\u2019s\u00a0Fate Now Conquers, a 2020 work depicting the \u201cunpredictable ways of fate,\u201d inspired by Beethoven\u2019s journals and Homer\u2019s\u00a0Iliad. Beethoven\u2019s Piano Concerto No. 4 features soloist Miri Yampolsky, whose artistry showcases the lyrical elegance and innovation of this pinnacle piano work. The evening concludes with Brahms\u2019s Symphony No. 2, a masterpiece filled with warmth, hope and a triumphant spirit.<\/p>\n When: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. April 18<\/p>\n Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $35-$85; free for youth; student pricing available<\/p>\n What: Sip and shop small businesses.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. April 19<\/p>\n Where: Crazy Times Pub & Grub, 1520 Glen Forest Drive, Machesney Park<\/p>\n Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n What: The Third Annual Screw City Car Show includes eight trophy classes. Joe Locke will DJ the event. There will also be a food truck.<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. April 19<\/p>\n Where: Screw City Tavern, 4412 Manchester Drive, Rockford<\/p>\n What: Whether you\u2019re newly engaged, planning your big day or just looking for inspiration, this event has everything you need in one place: wedding vendors, a live bridal fashion show, hair and makeup services on site, a bar with drinks available for purchase, a coffee shop and a grazing table. The first 25 guests will receive a free glass of champagne. Attendees will have the opportunity to enter a raffle for a chance to win a complimentary bridal suite or a celebratory champagne experience.<\/p>\n When: Noon \u2013 4 p.m. April 19<\/p>\n Where: Forest Hills Country Club, 5135 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: A new era unfolds for the\u00a0Nielsen Chorale\u00a0as the organization presents its first standalone concert under new\u00a0artistic director Joel Ross. Voices of Hope and Promise features\u00a0John Rutter\u2019s\u00a0Mass of the Children\u00a0and other selected works. The performance will feature the newly formed\u00a0Nielsen Chorale Chamber Choir, composed of approximately 40 singers, along with professional instrumentalists and soloists, members of the\u00a0Rockford Symphony Orchestra\u00a0and area natives\u00a0Ben Ross\u00a0and\u00a0Aria Beert. The Nielsen Chorale has invited youth singers from\u00a0Kantorei, the\u00a0Auburn High School CAPA Treble Choir and the\u00a0Guilford High School Treble Choir\u00a0to perform.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 3 p.m. April 19<\/p>\n Where: Our Savior\u2019s Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: Free; donations welcomed<\/p>\n What: Watch team FROGS take on team RABBITS in Rockford Rage Roller Derby\u2019s spring-time scrimmage.<\/p>\n When: 6 p.m. April 19 (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n Where: Rockford SkateCo, 3209 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $12; $10 in advance; free for ages 8 and younger<\/p>\n What: With 20 million albums sold worldwide, innumerable accolades and a career that has charted the course of multiple genres, Queensryche, \u201cthe Thinking Man\u2019s Metal Band\u201d will perform. At a time when bands were writing about sex, drugs and rock \u2018n\u2019 roll, Queensryche were writing about politics, religion and social injustice \u2013 topics that are more relevant now than ever. The cloying together of the band\u2019s past and present has become the mark of the band who regrouped in 2012.\u00a0Guests must be at least 21 to attend the show; a valid photo ID is required. This is a fully seated event. All tickets grant entry and reserved seating.<\/p>\n When: 8 p.m. April 19 (doors open at 7 p.m.)<\/p>\n Where: Hard Rock Casino Rockford, 7801 E. State St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $31-$73<\/p>\n What: Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget. Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.<\/p>\n When: 7:30 p.m. April 20<\/p>\n Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $59-$108<\/p>\n What: Walk with friends in this casual walking club that meets every month.\u00a0Stroll at a gentle pace and pause to take in whatever beauty you behold. Register on the website.<\/p>\n When: 10 – 11:30 a.m. April 21<\/p>\n Where: Severson Dells, 8786 Montague Road, Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: The fairy tale comes to life in a Broadway-style production for all ages, blending humor, romance and the timeless majesty of classical ballet. World Ballet Company\u2019s Cinderella features a cast of 40 international dancers, more than 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, hand-crafted sets and choreography by Marina Kesler. There is a 20-minute intermission during the two-hour show, which is appropriate for anyone age 2 and older.<\/p>\n When: 7 p.m. April 21<\/p>\n Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford<\/p>\n Cost: $60-$114<\/p>\n What: Celebrate our country\u2019s 250th anniversary through service to the community and others. This event calls for individuals, families, friends, neighbors and co-workers to celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up neighborhoods, streets and common areas. Form a team or just come out yourself.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0\u00a08 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. April 22<\/p>\n Where: United Way of Rock River Valley, 612 N. 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<\/div>\n<\/div>\nArt in Bloom on View<\/h2>\n
Rock the Rockford ReStore<\/h2>\n
Rockford Coffee Crawl<\/h2>\n
Oak Sapling Giveaway<\/h2>\n
Stateline Splendor Bridal Expo<\/h2>\n
Fashion in Bloom<\/h2>\n
An Evening with Caitlyn Mae<\/h2>\n
Bat Out of Hell the Musical<\/h2>\n
Grounded at Atwood<\/h2>\n
Week of the Young Child Family Fun Fair<\/h2>\n
Opening Weekend<\/h2>\n
Wildflower Garden Walk<\/h2>\n
Walk with WMR<\/h2>\n
Earth Day with the Lorax<\/h2>\n
PFlag Communi-Tea Event<\/h2>\n
Top Dog & Countryside Meat Giveaway<\/h2>\n
Atwood in the Outdoors<\/h2>\n
Touch of Nashville<\/h2>\n
Boot Scootin\u2019 Saturday Night<\/h2>\n
Superhero Center for Autism Masquerade Ball<\/h2>\n
Tyler Henry<\/h2>\n
Rockford Symphony Orchestra<\/h2>\n
Spring Vendor Market<\/h2>\n
Screw City Car Show<\/h2>\n
Wedding Expo<\/h2>\n
Voices of Hope and Promise<\/h2>\n
Ribbit Rabbit Rumble<\/h2>\n
Queensryche<\/h2>\n
Coming next week<\/h2>\n
Clue Live on Stage<\/h2>\n
Woodland Wanderers Hike<\/h2>\n
World Ballet Company: Cinderella<\/h2>\n
City-wide Earth Day Clean Up<\/h2>\n