The weekend brings hockey and board games and a farmer’s market, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Freeport area.
Rockford Ice Hogs vs. Chicago Wolves
What: The Rockford IceHogs take on the Chicago Wolves on a $2 beer or soft drink night. The arena will be transformed into a celebration of iconic British music and culture. From The Beatles to Queen, expect themed entertainment, music and surprises throughout the night.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 9
Where: BMO Center, 300 Elm St., Rockford
Cost: Tickets start at $22
Robin’ Banks Reunion Show
What: Don’t miss the return of the iconic Rockford band Robin’ Banks.
When: 8 p.m. Jan. 10
Where: Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St., Rockford
The Bells of St. Mary’s Epiphany Concert
What: This Epiphany concert features the Children’s Choir of St. Mary’s, whose voices – the “bells” – will ring out in celebration of the season. The children will be joined by the adult choir and other guest musicians. Your support will help restore the steeple, which has inspired generations. There will be a reception after the concert.
When: 6 p.m. Jan. 10
Where: St. Mary Oratory, 517 Elm St., Rockford
Cost: $25-$100
Mort’s Burgers for a Cause
What: This fundraiser supports Showtime 46’s tour. Mort’s will be donating 10% of all sales from the entire day to help Showtime 46 travel to Nashville. Come hungry, bring friends and enjoy some burgers while helping talented performers hit the road.
When: 11 a.m. – midnight Jan. 10
Where: Mort’s Bar & Grill, 116 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport
Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market
What: Shop more than 20 vendors, varying from bread to local art, mushrooms to self-care products, meat to jelly, plants to kraut and more. Free coffee is provided. The market is held the second and fourth Saturdays in the winter.
When: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Jan. 10
Where: Stephenson County Farm Bureau, 210 W. Spring St., Freeport
Board Game Day
What: Join others for a board game day. There will be a few options for games to play and anyone can bring down their own games to get others involved.
When: Noon Jan. 10
Where: Quest Givers Gaming and Collectibles, 18 S. Galena Ave., Freeport
Coming next week
Monday Murders Book Group
What: Everyone welcome for this book group. No registration! Pick up a copy of the book on the second floor of the library. The book is “The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies” by A. Goodman.
When: 1-2 p.m. Jan. 12
Where: Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport
Cost: Free
Mixed Media Birch Tree painting
What: Create a colorful work of art. Using tape, paint and old book pages, create a scene of birch trees. Registration is required. Please register each person separately. This is an adult and teen craft session.
When: 6:15-7:45 p.m. Jan. 12
Where: Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St., Freeport
Jersey Mike’s Fundraiser
What: Jersey Mike’s in Freeport will be donating 25% of sales when you participate in this special fundraiser for FHS Showtime. Use promo code “JMGIVES” when ordering through the app, or mention the fundraiser in-store.
When: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Jan. 14
Where: Jersey Mike’s, 2705 IL Rt. 26, Freeport
Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Freeport Journal-Standard.
This article originally appeared on Journal Standard: Burgers for a cause, Board Game Day among 6 things to do near Freeport
Reporting by Kathi Edwards, Special to the Freeport Journal-Star / Journal Standard
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