10 Awesome Things to do This Weekend Locally

Live music, great food, and spirits. This weekend in the Rockford area will be a blast!

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1
Franchesco's Summer Concert Series
August 23 - Sept 13th, Franchesco's patio will be rockin' with live and local music.
2
Rockton River Market
August 23-30 The Rockton River Market will be bringing providing music and food for people of all ages.
Maksym Narodenko
Maksym Narodenko
3
Edgebrook Farmer's Market
August 23 - October 25 at The Edgebrook 1639 N. Alpine Road. Seasonal favorites from local farmers.
4
Hump Day Paddle
Every other Wednesday beginning 8/23 at Rocktown Adventures 313 N. Madison St. Paddle down the Rock River with family and friends.
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5
Summer Concert Series 2017
August 23rd 7:00pm-8:00pm Patte Armato Lund at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church 2715 Mulford Rd.
6
Tunes on the Terrace
August 23 - September 13 Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens 1354 N. 2nd St Live and local music with a beautiful backdrop.
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7
Women on Water
August 23rd Rocktown Adventures 313 N. Madison Street
A low key, social setting which is part of the Women on Water series.
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8
GPS Farmers Market
GPS Faith Community Farmers Market 10714 N. 2nd St. Machesney Park. August 24 - September 21
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Rob Carroll, Townsquare Media
9
Tour the Blocks - "Signature" Indoor Walking Tour
August 24th - the Starting point in front of District Bar and Grill 205 W. State Street. Take a unique look and listen as you check out historic buildings and homes.

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