APRIL 2010
April 3
LUNCH WITH THE BUNNY
Old Towne Hall, 54 Brink Street, Crystal Lake
Children enjoy lunch with the Easter Bunny. Food, music, games, photos, gifts and a whole bunch of fun.
815-479-0835
www.downtowncl.org

April 7-11
ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD - NIU SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE
Stevens Building on NIU Campus, DeKalb
Two traveling men are flipping coins and contemplating what it means to be lucky. They are Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, friends of Hamlet (yes, THAT Hamlet), who were summoned on a matter of urgency by King Claudius and Queen Gertrude. The premise of the pair’s trip is that there is something wrong with Hamlet. The king (Hamlet’s uncle and new stepfather) and queen (Hamlet’s mother) have asked them to speak to him to determine if he is sane. However, lacking the resources to understand what is asked of and happening to them, and completely dependent on those around them to provide them information, direction, or meaning to their existence, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern become the primary characters, with Hamlet and various antagonists as mere plot devices, in a very Seinfeld-esque play about nothing and everything. With extraordinary verbal wit and a profound black humor which sets up everything as equally ridiculous, playwright Tom Stoppard’s very first and best known play turns Shakespeare’s tragedy into one of the finest examples of theatre of the absurd.
815-753-1600

April 9
AT THE CORONADO: SERGIO AND ODAIR ASSAD & FRIENDS
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 North Main Street, Rockford
The Assad brothers’ guitar virtuosity has earned them Grammy Awards, concert dates around the globe, and opportunities to perform and record with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma and Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg. “Back To Our Roots” adds piano, percussion, and vocals to explore the ties between their native Brazilian music and the Middle Eastern music of their ancestors.
815-968-0595
www.coronadopac.org

April 10
HEARTLAND INTERNATIONAL TATTOO - MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL
Sears Centre Arena, Hoffman Estates
This indoor event will feature a variety of musical acts and includes appearances by two Drum Corps and a very special Drum Line. The 2010 show will also feature Brass Bands, Bag Pipe Bands and a special appearance by the US Marine Band (tentative). There will be a Parade at 10:00 AM, followed by other events and A Beer Festival.
815-756-1263
www.heartlandtattoo.org

April 10
GARDENFEST 2010
McHenry County College, 8900 US Highway 14
A day of gardening for everyone from the beginner to the experienced gardener. Topics inlcude Gardening Basics, Culinary Herbs. Healthy Soil, Lawn Care, Ornamental Grasses, Houseplants, Roses and Beekeeping. Trudi Temple will present a keynote address titled "Order and Creativity in the Garden". $40 fee includes lunch.
815-455-8764 or email to acarzoli@mchenry.edu
www.mchenry.edu/gardenfest/index.asp

April 10
JDE BUSINESS SHOWCASE
500 North Rush Street, Stockton
Business showcase featuring over 50 local businesses & servides. Admission is free and open to the public.
815-947-2878
www.stocktonil.com

April 16-17
SPRING ARTSCENE
Various Location in Rockford
ArtScene brings out thousands of art lovers to galleries and studios all over town to enjoy new exhibits of original works. Art Scene attracts so many fans because it is free, and it's fun for both the browser and the buyer.
815-963-6765
www.artsforeveryone.com

April 16-25
PEC PLAYHOUSE THEATRE PRESENTS LOVE RIDES THE RAILS
314 North Main Street, Pecatonica
Do the good guys always win? Does love really conquer all? This light-hearted, rip-roarin' Ol' West "meller-drammer" showcases the talents of our high school students.
815-239-1210
www.pecplayhouse.org

April 17
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ROCKFORD WELCOMES BOB HARPER
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 North Main Street, Rockford
Bob Harper, one of the country’s most prolific health and motivational speakers, will share his expertise on finding the way to a healthy lifestyle. Known for his work as a trainer on a hit prime time TV show, Harper has inspired thousands to lose weight through sound diet and exercise advice. Harper will talk about his experiences on the hit TV reality show and will also answer questions from audience members.
815-399-4518
www.jlrockford.org

April 17-18
CLASSICS AND CHROME 2009 CAR SHOW
8800 East Riverside Blvd., Loves Park
If cars and motorcycles make your head turn as they drive down the street, then you won’t want to miss the 2010 Classics and Chrome Car Show, presented by Keith Country Day School. Classics and Chrome is the largest indoor car show in northern Illinois, featuring more than 120 unique vehicles that span over 100 years. Although the heavy metal is the main attraction, the Classics and Chrome raffle is one of the show’s most popular features. Patrons can buy raffle tickets for just one hundred dollars or buy five tickets and get the sixth one free. The grand prize of the raffle is $35,000. In addition to the cars and the raffle, patrons can enjoy food, shop at the vendor booths or vote on the “People’s Choice” award .
815-399-8823
www.classicsandchrome.com

April 21
KLEHM ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN: BOTANICA
Cliffbreakers Restaurant, Riverside Boulevard, Rockford
Annual fundraising luncheon.
815-965-8146
www.klehm.org

April 22-25
CARMINA BURANA - NIU SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE
Stevens Building on NIU Campus, DeKalb
First staged in Frankfurt, Germany, in 1937, Carmina Burana combines music, words and movement of classical Greek tragedy with Italian Baroque musical theatre to create a “total theatre” experience with overwhelming percussive effect. Germanic lyrics mixed with Latin gibberish tell the stories of the Burana, a group of monks and troubadours of medieval Europe who have forsaken their frocks in favor of wanderlust and basking in the pleasures of drinking, gambling, gluttony, and lust. Groves’ dictionary describes Carmina Burana as an example of basic melodies pressed into service to generate effects of wild abandon. “This technique produces music of powerful pagan sensuality and direct physical excitement…”—an unforgettable dance experience.
815-753-1600

April 23
LUNAFEST
Village of Oswego
LUNAFEST is a film festival featuring award-winning short films by, for, and about women. Started in 2001, it was developed to support female artists and their stories. For more information visit the website.
www.lunafest.org

April 24
RUMMAGE THROUGH MT. CARROLL
Throughout Mt. Carroll
Explore historic Mt. Carroll and take advantage of the eclectic mix of bargains, bakes sales, and undiscovered treasures. Garage sale maps available at all downtown businesses. Come for the bargains, stay for the atmosphere!
800-244-9594
www.mtcarrollil.org

April 24
THE ROCKFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CLASSICS SERIES: PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 North Main Street, Rockford
A touchstone of the orchestral repertoire, Mussorgsky/Ravel’s “Pictures at an Exhibition” is the backdrop for a festive celebration of Rockford through the eyes of photographers in our community.
815-965-0049
www.rockfordsymphony.com

April 25 - October 24
SANDWICH ANTIQUES MARKET
Sandwich Fairgrounds, 1401 Suydam Road, Sandwich
Monthly antique show from April to October, open from 8am to 4pm. When the gates open at 8AM on April 25th the Sandwich Antiques Market will have a new look on the Westside. Now patrons will be able to see two shows at one fair grounds. The new West Field will open with crafts, flea market items, family garage sales and business booths. The antique and collectible dealers will still be located in the East Field as they have for the past 22 years.
815-786-3337
www.antiquemarkets.com

April 29
AN EVENING WITH KATHY & JUDY
Giovanni's Restaurant, 610 North Bell School Road, Rockford
All "girlfriends" who have followed Kathy and Judy for more than 20 years on WGN radio are invited to "An Evening with Kathy & Judy," benefiting the Rockford Network of Professional Women's Scholarship Fund. Among other things, they will talk about "transitions"--life changes that we have all experienced.
815-397-1300

April 30 to May 1
FULTON DUTCH DAYS FESTIVAL
Downtown Fulton (Friday & Saturday, 9am - 5pm), Heritage Canyon (Friday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm), Fulton
Enjoy Dutch Dancing, Dutch pastries, craft vendors, food vendors, main stage entertainment, speakers, parade, music, windmill tours, and more.  The Early American Crafters portray pioneer living at Heritage Canyon.
815-589-4545
www.cityoffulton.us

April 30 to May 1
MT. CARROLL 2010 QUILT SHOW
Mt. Carroll Church of God, Corner of IL Route 52/64 & 78, Mt. Carroll
The 2010 "Windows Through Time" Quilt Show is being held as a benefit for the Friends of the Mt Carroll Library Restoration Project and will feature over 100 quilts, vendors, boutique quality items for sale, a quilt raffle, concessions, demonstrations, raffle baskets, door prizes and more. Hours are Friday 4-8pm and Saturday 10am-4pm.
800-244-9594, Ext. 4
www.mountcarrollpubliclibrary.org


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