Join the community in the heart of downtown Belvidere for a family-friendly event featuring local vendors, food trucks, and live music. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, where you can indulge in delicious treats, and support local businesses. The event takes place on Buchanan St. and Whitney Blvd.
The Love Us Foundation is excited to host their Young Visionary Expo, a community event that gives young entrepreneurs and artists the opportunity to showcase their talents, build confidence, and connect with the community.
Each day, participants will attend a series of four in-person sessions presented by subject matter experts. Topics will include domestic violence, teen dating violence in students with disabilities, sextortion and generative AI, restorative practices, addressing trauma at the elementary level, teen strangulation, and human trafficking. Participants will have the ability to engage with interactive self-care […]
Aug 07, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM 1325 7th St, Rockford, IL 61104, USA
Hosted by: Eliminate Racism 815, Rockford NAACP, and Rockford Park District This free event is an opportunity to bring community members together to build relationships. The event will include a parade, food, relationship-building activities, games, ice cream social and youth performances on the stage.
Family-Friendly Fun The Boone County Fair offers a wealth of attractions designed to entertain families, vendors, and tourists alike, ensuring a memorable visit for everyone. Join us at Belvidere!
Are you interested in joining as a partner? The Youth Mental Health System of Care Coalition meets the second Wednesday of the month at Comprehensive Community Solutions (CCS) Conference Room – 3rd Floor 917 S. Main Street Rockford, IL 61101 from 9-10:30am.
Rockford’s Newest Summer Tradition Feel the energy of summer at RockYard Music Fest, a FREE two-day festival at Davis Park in downtown Rockford on August 14-15, featuring live music, local food and drinks, art, games, family activities, and entertainment along the Rock River. As part of the Rockford America 250 celebration, enjoy live performances, a […]
Description Eating Disorders are often conceptualized through the lens of body image, yet many clients continue to struggle despite improvements in body satisfaction and cognitive insight. This presentation introduces the concept of embodiment, explores how trauma and eating disorders disrupt interoception and the experience of living in one’s body, and examines the neurobiological role of […]
RACMI Community of Practice: Social Capital Investment and Life Enrichment Comprehensive Community Solutions, Inc. (CCS) is an organization that drives the fundamental transformation of neighborhoods, communities, and the circumstances of those who reside there through the facilitation of workforce development that leads to sustainable wages, meaningful community engagement, and affordable housing. DATE and TIME: Wednesday, August 19, […]
Stewards of Children® (In-Person Training with Physical Workbooks Only) The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford's MERIT Program is excited to offer Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children training. Darkness to Light is dedicated to empowering adults with the knowledge and tools to prevent child sexual abuse through education, awareness, and stigma reduction. The Stewards of Children® program, facilitated […]
WCHD & ICOY Virtual Event: Impact of Trauma Training Description: During this session, participants will dive into understanding the profound impact of trauma on youth and clients. Together we will unpack trauma responses, providing a comprehensive understanding of their manifestations, including Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), brain development insights, and common childhood trauma responses and behaviors. […]
