Rockford Community Services

10/16/2026

✈️ History came to life at today’s Lunch & Learn!

We had a great turnout for today’s presentation, Bombs Away, with historian and author Ric Mixter's Wrecknology!

Attendees enjoyed lunch while learning about Michigan’s rich aviation and military history, from the Tuskegee Airmen and World War II bombers to the important role Great Lakes air bases have played throughout history.

Thank you to Ric Mixter for sharing his knowledge and stories with us, and to everyone who joined us for another great Lunch & Learn!

We love bringing our community together to learn something new! 🍂

10/09/2026

🧱 Bricks 4 Kidz: Portal to Adventure! 🚀

Calling all K–5 builders! Step into an after-school LEGO® adventure where the students choose where the journey takes them. Each week, kids vote on what to construct—whether it's a model from the past, present, future, or a fantasy world!

Guided by instructors Sheryl Egner and Colleen Stephens, students will dive into hands-on STEAM concepts while building motorized LEGO models that sharpen problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

📋 Class Details:

📅 Dates: Mondays starting November 2, 2026 (5 sessions; no class Nov 23)

⏰ Time: 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

🎓 Grades: Kindergarten – 5th Grade

Spaces fill quickly for our Bricks 4 Kidz programs—lock in your young engineer's spot today!

🔗 Register online: https://rockfordschools.arux.app/course/44/fall-2026/bricks-4-kidz-portal-to-adventure

10/01/2026

🎨🍂 Fall Birch Tree Canvas Paint! 🌲✨

Let your young artist capture the vibrant colors of autumn! In this hands-on workshop with instructor Elly Cruz, students will paint a beautiful fall birch forest using a fun masking tape resistance technique on canvas.

📋 Class Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: Creador Art Studio

🎓 Grades: 3rd – 8th

💰 Cost: $20.00

🔗 Register online: https://rockfordschools.arux.app/course/80/fall-2026/fall-birch-tree-canvas-paint

09/30/2026

🍂 Fall Harvest Art & Craft Camp! 🎨🍎

Celebrate autumn with instructor Elly Cruz! Kids in grades K–5 will spend the morning creating seasonal art, making fall treats, and enjoying fun outdoor fall activities.

📋 Camp Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Location: Creador Art Studio

🎓 Grades: K – 5th

💰 Cost: $25.00

🔗 Register online: https://rockfordschools.arux.app/course/79/fall-2026/harvest-party

09/28/2026

🐕 Dog Obedience | Begins Oct 19 🐾

Teach your pup essential manners! Master sit, stay, leave it, and loose-leash walking with instructor Lynn Begin. Open to fully vaccinated dogs 4 months and older.

📅 When: Mondays starting Oct 19 (6:00 – 7:00 PM)
📍 Where: Meadow Ridge Elementary
💰 Fee: $120

Note: Please bring soft treats and a copy of your dog's vaccine record to the first class.

🔗 Register here: https://rockfordschools.arux.app/course/27/fall-2026/dog-obedience

09/22/2026

Tonight’s the night! 🎉 We can’t wait to see everyone at Edgerton Trails starting at 6:00 PM!

🗓️ Join us tomorrow (9/22) for a Community Information Session! 🗓️

Stop by to learn more about the Non-Homestead Operating Millage Proposal on the November 3, 2026 ballot:

- Tuesday, September 22 at 6:00 PM: Edgerton Trails Elementary (9605 Edgerton Ave. NE)

Our team will be available to share information, answer questions, and discuss how this proposal impacts district operations. We hope to see you there! 🧡🖤

09/22/2026

09/22/2026

The Rockford Chamber of Commerce (RCC) is a private, nonprofit, membership-supported organization. By consolidating resources from several hundred businesses large and small, the Chamber becomes an efficient and cost-effective resource for serving business members.

09/15/2026

Each workshop/presentation will have a different topic, but all will include psychoeducation on the topic at hand, latest research with evidence-based interventions, and practical skills to better handle life's daily challenges. Instructor: Cristina Dunahoo is licensed by the State of Michigan as a....

09/14/2026

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