Kathi Edwards<\/span> Monarch Butterflies in Illinois<\/p>\n An overview of the monarch butterfly’s significance in Illinois, its migration journey, and conservation efforts to protect this state insect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/media-video><\/div>\n The weekend brings a Freeport Pride Picnic, Concerts on the Square and Music Under the Stars, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Freeport area.<\/p>\n What: Brats and Burgers is a fundraiser for the Cedarville Area Historical Society. Net proceeds will go to support operating and maintenance expenses.<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. \u2013 1 p.m. June 12 and June 12<\/p>\n Where: Sullivan\u2019s, 201 Dodds Lane, Lena<\/p>\n What: The annual Food Fight Against Cancer features food and entertainment. Sample bites from local caterers and restaurants as they compete for the title of Best Food. The evening will also feature inspiring stories from Freeport-area cancer survivors and interactive entertainment from nationally touring magician Josh Weidner. Every dollar raised supports the Mercyhealth Cancer Center\u2013Freeport and the patients and families it serves.<\/p>\n When: 5-9 p.m. June 12<\/p>\n Where: The Wagner House, 1 E. Spring St., Freeport<\/p>\n Cost: $40-$260<\/p>\n What: Cross Cut will pe performing some good old tunes for your listening pleasure. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.<\/p>\n When: 5-8 p.m. June 12<\/p>\n Where: Park Hills Golf Course, 3240 W. Stephenson St., Freeport<\/p>\n Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n What: Mac O\u2019Brien brings country, rock and origjnal music to Monroe\u2019s Main Street Concert Series.\u00a0\u00a0Mac O\u2019Brien has built her career from dive bars to festival main stages across five Midwestern states. First recognized as a standout teen songwriter by Nashville\u2019s Up and Comer radio program and Merf Music Nashville, she has shared the stage with Lonestar, Chris Cagle, Pam Tillis, Rodney Atkins, Parker McCollum, Kylie Morgan, Scotty McCreery and Jordan Davis, and has performed at major events including Country Thunder and Summerfest. Now stepping into a more rock-driven era, Mac\u2019s songs are built on grit, resilience and emotional truth.<\/p>\n When: 6:30 p.m. June 12<\/p>\n Where: downtown square in Monroe, Wis.<\/p>\n Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n What: Boogie & the YoYoz will perform in Coach\u2019s Golf & Grill Summer concert series.<\/p>\n When: 7 p.m. June 12<\/p>\n Where: Coach\u2019s Golf & Grill, 621 W. Lena St., Lena<\/p>\n Cost: $20<\/p>\n What: Friday nights through August, there will be different groups playing Christian music in the bandshell. On June 12, hear music from the band, No Worries. Refreshments are served\u00a0\u00a0after the performance and a free will offering will be taken. There are some benches, but you\u2019re welcome to bring your own lawn chairs. Everyone is welcome.When: 7-8 p.m. June 12<\/p>\n Where: Krape Park bandshell, 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport<\/p>\n Cost: Freewill offering encouraged<\/p>\n What: Cars, trucks and motorcycles are all welcome. There will be cash payouts, and food and drink specials.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 8 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. June 13<\/p>\n Where: PJ\u2019s Corner, 504 N. Stanton St., Davis<\/p>\n Cost: $20 per car display<\/p>\n What: Join St. John UCC and community partners at a picnic to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month. Enjoy food and activities for all ages and learn about local LGBTQ-friendly organizations.<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. June 13<\/p>\n Where: St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport<\/p>\n What: Visit the library and read a story to one of the sweet pups from Therapy Dogs International.<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. \u2013 noon June 13<\/p>\n Where: Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n What: Nationally- and internationally-known comic, biker chick and patriot, Suzanne Krut-Austin as “Bag Lady Sue\u201d brings her one-of-a-kind adult comedy show here. Veterans, active duty and first responders get $5 off with identification.<\/p>\n When: 5 p.m. June 13<\/p>\n Where: Hot Rod Nellie\u2019s, 122 S. Jackson Road, Pecatonica<\/p>\n Cost: $30<\/p>\n What: Enjoy Sunday Funday with music from That 70s Band. There will be giveaways for best dressed 70s attire.<\/p>\n When: 2-5 p.m. June 14<\/p>\n Where: Lena Brewing Co., 9426 W. Wagner Road, Lena<\/p>\n What: Come hear the Freeport Concert Band in its summer music series. Enjoy all genres of music led by a guest conductor each week, with vocal and instrumental soloists adding to the excitement. The variety of artists will entertain all ages. There is bench seating or bring along some lawn chairs.<\/p>\n When: 7-9 p.m. June 14<\/p>\n Where: Koenig Amphitheatre, Krape Park, Freeport<\/p>\n Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n What: Pre-school and elementary school children can drop in between 2 and 4 p.m. to paint a wooden dinosaur or bird puzzles.<\/p>\n When: 2-4 p.m. June 15 or 5:30-6:30 p.m. June 18<\/p>\n Where: Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport<\/p>\n What: John Lynn traveled a thousand miles by canoe and 250 miles by\u00a0bicycle, from Redstone Fort in Pennsylvania to Forts Massac and\u00a0Kaskaskia in Illinois to Fort Sackville in Indiana, to follow the\u00a0route of George Rogers Clark and his men during their Revolutionary War campaign to drive the British from the western frontier and take possession of Kaskaskia,\u00a0Cahokia and Vincennes for the Americans in 1778-79. He will talk about and show pictures of his travel adventures, along with the history of the “Old Northwest Territory” during the Revolutionary War period. Learn more about America during our 250th year anniversary as an independent nation. No registration is required.<\/p>\n When: 6:30-7:45 p.m. June 16<\/p>\n Where: Freeport Public Library meeting room, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport<\/p>\n What: Come create mosaics. Using multi-color tiles and a simple square base, there are endless designs possible for you to create are endless. 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<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBrats and Burgers<\/h2>\n
Food Fight Against Cancer<\/h2>\n
Music on the Links<\/h2>\n
Mac O\u2019Brien at Concerts on the Square<\/h2>\n
Boogie and the YoYoz<\/h2>\n
Praise in Krape Park<\/h2>\n
Car Show<\/h2>\n
Freeport Pride Picnic<\/h2>\n
PAWS to Read<\/h2>\n
Adult Comedy with Bag Lady Sue<\/h2>\n
That 70s Band<\/h2>\n
Music Under the Stars<\/h2>\n
Coming next week<\/h2>\n
Dinosaur and Bird Puzzle Painting<\/h2>\n
George Roger Clark takes the Old Northwest<\/h2>\n
Mosaics<\/h2>\n