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Posted: 07/26/2010 |
Now Enrolling - Thru September 1st, 2010!
Early Advantage Academy Preschool - Appletree Christian Learning Centers |
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Now through September 1st, 2010, Appletree Christian Learning Center is accepting applications for new enrollments in the Early Advantage Preschool Program. Give your child the early advantage today!
Learn More - Early Advantage Academy
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Posted: 11/17/2009 |
Congratulations to the Rockford Boys Water Polo Team!
Division 1 State Champions |
- Congratulations to the Rockford Boys Water Polo Team for winning the Division 1 State Water Polo Championship this past weekend over East Kentwood. The win is the program's 7th State title overall and 6th in the past 7 years.
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2009 Division 1 State Champions
Rockford Boys Water Polo
Championship Game
Rockford vs. East Kentwood
11 - 10
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Posted: 11/04/2009 |
Election Results: Operating Millage Renewal
Rockford Public Schools |
- The following election results are from the November 3rd, 2009 election for the renewal of the Rockford Public School Operating Millage.
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Election Results: November 3rd, 2009
Rockford Public Schools Operating Millage Renewal
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4,133 |
(82%) |
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931 |
(18%) |
Precincts Reporting: 100%
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Posted: 11/03/2009 |
Ski Patrol Ski/Snowboard Swap - Cannonsburg Ski Area
November 5th - 8th, 2009 |
- The West Michigan Ski Patrol will be holding their annual Ski & Snowboard Swap at Cannonsburg Ski Area on November 5th - 8th. The 38th Annual Sale raises revenue to support the Ski Patrol's purchase of equipment and first aid supplies. The sale will feature thousands of new and used equipment, clothes and apparel, and much more. SELL YOUR GOODS!!
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38th Annual West Michigan
Ski Patrol Ski & Snowboard Swap
Cannonsburg Ski Area
November 5th:
12pm-9pm
November 6th: 10am-9pm
November 7th: 10am-9pm
November 8th: 11am-2pm
For more information, please visit www.nspskiswap.com.
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Posted: 10/13/2009 |
Halloween Trick or Treating: City of Rockford
October 31st, 2009 (5:30pm-8:00pm) |
- The City of Rockford will celebrate Halloween Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 31st from 5:30pm-8:00pm. The start of Trick or Treating will be signaled by the city siren and ended at 8:00pm the same way. Residents who are participating are asked to turn on their front porch light.
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Halloween Trick or Treating
City of Rockford
October 31st, 2009
5:30pm - 8:00pm
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Posted: 10/12/2009 |
Community Unity Fundraiser - Shop Local!
October 15th - October 31th, 2009 |
- From October 15th - 31st, select HEART of Rockford retailers will be donating 10% of your purchase to the Rockford High School Youth Initiative Community Service Club when you present a Community Unity Card at the time of sale. Some exclusions may apply.
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Community Unity Cards - Now Available
October 15th-31st , 2009
For more information on the Community Unity Fundraiser, as well as the list of participating stores, please download the flyer or the Community Unity Card below...
Community Unity Fundraiser Flyer
Community Unity Cards
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Posted: 07/06/2009 |
Cinco De Mayo Authentic Mexican Restaurant Opens
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- The brand new authentic Mexican restaurant, Cinco de Mayo, has offically opened in downtown Rockford. Located at 123 Courtland in a newly renovated building, Cinco de Mayo features a 4,800-square-foot restaurant, Mexican fare, hand drawn murals, and offers indoor and mezzanine seating for about 100 patrons.
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Cinco de Mayo Mexican Restaurant
123 Courtland St.
Rockford, Michigan 49341
(616) 866-3438
Full Bar Will Be Open Shortly!
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Posted: 07/06/2009 |
Summer Soccer Camps - Soccer Club of Rockford (SCOR)
July 20th - 24th & July 27th - 31st, 2009 |
- The Soccer Club of Rockford (SCOR) is hosting two summer camps this summer. Boys camp begins July 20th and runs through July 24th and Girls camp begins July 27th and runs through July 31st. These day camps offer instruction from some of the area's finest coaches.
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SCOR Summer Soccer Camps
Boys: July 20th - 24th, 2009
Girls: July 27th - 31st, 2009
For more information on the summer soccer camps,
please visit the SCOR Website...
www.scorsoccer.net
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Posted: 07/03/2009 |
Fireworks Schedule - 4th of July Weekend!!!
Fireworks Displays around the Rockford, MI Area
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- The Rockford area will be having numerous fireworks displays around the area. From the cities of Rockford and Grand Rapids to local area lakes, there is sure to be a fireworks display for everyone. For a complete schedule of the 4th of July weekend festivities, please read below...
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4th of July Fireworks Displays - 2009
Bostwick Lake
July 3rd, 2009
Fireworks @ Dusk - 10:00pm
Big Pine Island Lake
July 3rd, 2009
Fireworks @ Dusk - 10:00pm
Silver Lake
July 4th, 2009
Fireworks @ Dusk - 10:00pm
City of Rockford - Downtown
July 4th, 2009
Garden Club Park
Fireworks @ Dusk - 10:00pm
Downtown Grand Rapids
July 4th, 2009
Ah-Nab-Awen Park
Fireworks Start @ Dusk
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Posted: 05/07/2009 |
Greetings From Rockford: A Coloring and Activity Book
On Sale Now! To Benefit Relay For Life |
- Greeting From Rockford: A Coloring and Activity Book featuring local businesses and landmarks is now on sale at participating local merchants and at the Rockford Relay For Life. Cost of the coloring book is $10.00 with all proceeds going to benefit Rockford Relay For Life.
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Greetings From Rockford:
A Coloring and Activity Book
Only $10.00 - On Sale Now!
The book features pictures of local businesses and landmarks for kids to color. A great way to learn about Rockford and have fun at the same time.
Available For Purchase At:
Aunt Candy's Toy Company, Baskets in the Belfry, Custard by the Dam, Dam Dogs, Great Northern Trading Company, and Herman's Boy.
Also Available at Relay For Life, May 15th & 16th.
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Posted: 04/09/2009 |
Volunteers Needed - Rogue River Cleanup Project
Saturday, May 30th, 2009 |
- Volunteers are need for the 5th Annual Rogue River Cleanup Project on Saturday, May 30th. People willing to participate are asked to contact Andrew Kersting at (616) 866-5896. The project is also looking for volunteers, individuals or businesses, willing to transport participants after the cleanup back to the Rockford Dam area.
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5th Annual Rogue River Cleanup Project
When: May 30th, 2009
9:00 am
For more information on the project, please visit the Rogue
River Cleanup Project website by clicking below...
TheRogueRiverProject.org
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Posted: 03/12/2009 |
1st Annual Greater Grand Rapids BNI 4-Man Golf Scramble
Friday, May 15th, 2009 |
- On May 15th, Candlestone Golf and Resort will be hosting the 1st Annual Greater Grand Rapids BNI 4-Man Scramble to benefit the Rockford Relay For Life. All BNI Chapters, Guests, and Interested Golfers are invited to participate.
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1st Annual Greater Grand Rapids BNI Golf Outing
When: May 15th, 2009
9:00 am Shotgun Start
For more information on the outing, as well as sponsorship opportunities, please visit the BNI Golf Outing page on TheRockfordNetwork.com or download the flyer below...
More Information - BNI Golf Outing
Download BNI Golf Outing Flyer
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Posted: 02/19//2009 |
Volunteers Needed!
REF Phone-A-Thon |
- The Rockford Education Foundation (REF) is looking for volunteers to participate in its annual phone-a-thon on February 24, 25, & 26 between the hours of 5pm and 9pm. Volunteers will be helping call parents in the Rockford school district seeking donations. The Phone-A-Thon is the largest fundraiser for the REF and supports many community and school related programs.
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REF Phone-A-Thon: Volunteers Needed
When: February 24th, 25th, & 26th (5pm - 9pm)
Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the REF
Phone-A-Thon is asked to call (616) 863-6317.
To learn more about the REF and the
Phone-A-Thon,
please click below...
www.rockfordschools.org/ref
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Posted: 01/21/2009 |
Rockford Community Night
Grand Rapids Griffins - 02/20/2009 |
- On Friday, February 20th, the Grand Rapids Griffins will be hosting a Rockford Community Night for area businesses, groups, friends, and family. Discounted tickets, $1 hot dogs and beers, and a whole lot of fun.
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Rockford Community Night @ the Griffins
When: February 20th, 2009 - 6pm
Where: Van Andel Arena
Cost: $12 Lower Bowl - $10 Upper Bowl
For ticket and ordering information,
please click on the flyer below...
Rockford Community Night Flyer
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Posted: 12/05/2008 |
New & Gently Used Boots Drop Off
D&W Fresh Market - During the Month of December |
- During the month of December, D&W Fresh Market will be accepting donations of new and gently used boots. The collection will be kicked off on Saturday, December 6th with a remote broadcast by Andy Bean of 100.5 The River from 9am-11am.
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New and Gently Used Boot Collection
During the Month of December
D&W Fresh Market
201 Marcell Dr NE
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-9372
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Posted: 12/03/2008 |
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Google Friend Connect |
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Join TheRockfordNetwork.com today and start to interact with other people in our community, invite your friends, share media, post comments, share business reviews, and much more.
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Posted: 12/03/2008 |
Christmas Trees For Sale
Rockford, Michigan |
- The following Rockford, MI Christmas Tree Farms will be offering both pre-cut and u-cut christmas trees during the holiday season. Please call the tree farms for pricing.
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Fresh Cut and U-Cut Christmas Trees
Hart's Christmas Tree Farm
8778 Young Ave. NE
Rockford, MI 49341
616.874.1804
View Map
Lenderink Tree Farms
1267 House St.
Belmont, MI 49306
616.887.8257
View Map
View Website
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Posted: 11/25/2008 |
Open Auditions - Kent Theater Performance
"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" |
- The Kent Theater will be hosting open casting calls for the performance "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" on December 8th & 9th at 7:00pm. The performance is a non-musical, edgy, multimedia performance.
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Open Casting Call - Kent Theater
Performance: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Needed
6 Males Ages 25-65
3 Females Ages 25-65
Performance dates are February 19-21 and February 26-28.
For more information, please email jekyllhyde@v3llc.com
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Posted: 11/25/2008 |
MHSAA Football Playoffs - Division 1 State Finals
Rockford Rams vs. Lake Orion Dragons |
- On Saturday, November 29th, the Rockford Rams take on the Lake Orion Dragons in the Division 1 State Finals at Ford Field in Detroit. Kickoff is 1:00pm. This will be the 2nd meeting of the season between the teams with Rockford prevailing 17-7 in the opening game of the 2008 season held at Eastern Michigan University.
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MHSAA Football Playoffs - State Finals
Division 1
Rockford Rams vs. Lake Orion Dragons
Saturday, November 29th, 2008
Ford Field - Detroit, MI
1:00pm Kickoff
Tickets will be available for presale in the athletic office on Tuesday, Nov. 25th from 8pm - 3pm
or Friday, Nov. 28th from 5pm - 7pm. Cost for all tickets will be $10.00.
Tickets will also be available at the Ford Field gates (Cash Only).
www.rockfordfootball.com
For the complete breakdown of all 2008 Division 1 Football Playoff Scores, please click below...
MHSAA Division 1 Football Playoff Scores
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Posted: 11/18/2008 |
MHSAA Football Playoffs - State Semifinals
Rockford Rams vs. Hartland Eagles |
- On Saturday, November 22nd, the Rockford Rams take on the Livonia Stevenson Spartans in the Division 1 State Semifinals at Michigan State University's Spartan Stadium. Gates open at 9:30am for the 10:30am kickoff.
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MHSAA Football Playoffs - State Semifinals
Division 1
Rockford Rams vs. Livonia Stevenson Spartans
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008
Spartan Stadium @ MSU
10:30am Kickoff
Tickets will be available for presale in the athletic office on Thursday, Nov. 20th from 5pm - 7pm or Friday, Nov. 21st from 8am - 3pm. Cost for all tickets will be $7.00.
Tickets will also be available at the MSU gates for $7.00 (Cash Only).
Tickets will also be good for the Division 2 Semifinal game featuring Muskegon and Davison at 1:00pm.
www.rockfordfootball.com
For the complete breakdown of all 2008 Division 1 Football Playoff Scores, please click below...
MHSAA Division 1 Football Playoff Scores
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Reposted: 11/13/2008 |
Winter Parking Restrictions: City of Rockford
Effective Starting November 15th, 2008 |
- Winter Parking Restrictions for the city of Rockford will be effective starting November 15th, 2008. Residents are not allowed to park on any city street during the hours of 2am - 6am. If you have any questions, please call the Rockford Police Department at (616) 866-9557.
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Winter Parking Restrictions
City of Rockford
Effective November 15th, 2008
No Parking on any city street between
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hours of 2am and 6am.
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Posted: 11/11/2008 |
MHSAA Football Playoffs - Round 3: Regional Finals
Rockford Rams vs. Hartland Eagles |
- On Saturday, November 15th, the Rockford Rams will play host to the Hartland Eagles in the 3rd Round of the MHSAA Division 1 State Football Playoffs. Gates open at 12:15pm.
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MHSAA Football Playoffs - Round 3
Division 1
Rockford Rams vs. Hartland Eagles
Saturday, November 15th, 2008
Ted Carlson Memorial Stadium
1:30pm Kickoff
Tickets will be available for presale in the athletic office on Friday, Nov. 14th from 8am-3pm. Cost for all tickets will be $5.00. No reserved seating.
www.rockfordfootball.com
For the complete breakdown of all 2008 Division 1 Football Playoff Scores, please click below...
MHSAA Division 1 Football Playoff Scores
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Reposted: 11/05/2008 |
Election Results : National, State, & Local
General Election Day: November 4th, 2008 |
- The following election results from the November 4th, 2008 General Election at the National, State, and Local Levels including Kent County, Algoma Township, Cannon Township, Courtland Township, Plainfield Township, and the City of Rockford are posted below.
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Reposted: 10/31/2008 |
Polling Locations: Rockford, Belmont, & Cannonsburg Residents
General Election Day: November 4th, 2008 |
- To determine if you are registered to vote and the polling location you are assigned to for the general election on Tuesday, November 4th, please follow the links below. Polls open at 7am and close at 8pm.
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Election Day: November 4th, 2008
Rockford, Michigan Residents
Are you Registered?
Find Your Polling Location
Ballot, Candidate, & Proposal Information
Belmont, Michigan Residents
Are you Registered?
Find Your Polling Location
Ballot, Candidate, & Proposal Information
Cannonsburg, Michigan Residents
Are you Registered?
Find Your Polling Location
Ballot, Candidate, & Proposal Information
To view your ballot, find your polling location, learn about the candidates and proposals, and learn how to use your voting equipment, please visit www.publius.org.
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Posted: 10/30/2008 |
Sight-In Days: Rockford Sportsman's Club
November 1st, 2nd, 8th, & 9th |
- Need to sight-in your gun before the opening of the firearm deer season? The Rockford Sportman's Club will be hosting sight-ins days on November 1st, 2nd, 8th, and 9th from 10am-3pm. The cost is a $5 donation for each gun with all proceeds going to a variety of area charities.
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Posted: 10/28/2008 |
MHSAA Football Playoffs - Round 1
Rockford Rams vs. Traverse City West Titans |
- On Friday, October 31st, the Rockford Rams will play host to the Traverse City West Titans in the 1st Round of the MHSAA Division 1 State Football Playoffs. Gates open at 5:45pm.
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MHSAA Football Playoffs - Round 1
Division 1
Rockford Rams vs. Traverse City West Titans
Friday, October 31st, 2008
Ted Carlson Memorial Stadium
7:00pm
Tickets will be available for presale in the athletic office on Thursday Oct. 30th from 6pm-7pm and Friday, Oct. 31st from 8am-3pm. Cost for all tickets will be $5.00. No reserved seating.
www.rockfordfootball.com
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Posted: 10/22/2008 |
Halloween Trick or Treating: City of Rockford
October 31st, 2008 (5:30pm-8:00pm) |
- The City of Rockford will celebrate Halloween Trick or Treat on Friday, October 31st from 5:30pm-8:00pm. The start of Trick or Treating will be signaled by the city siren and ended at 8:00pm the same way. Residents who are participating are asked to turn on their front porch light.
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Halloween Trick or Treating
City of Rockford
October 31st, 2008
5:30pm - 8:00pm
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Posted: 10/16/2008 |
Fall Leaf Pickup Dates: City of Rockford
October 21st & 22nd |
- The City of Rockford will be picking up raked leaves on October 21st and 22nd. All leaves must be raked to the parkway for pick-up, bags are not required; however, those wishing to continue using the biodegradable bags are encouraged to do so.
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Fall Leaf Pickup: City of Rockford
October 21st and 22nd
Leaves do not require bagging, but all yard
waste must be bagged as normal.
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Posted: 10/15/2008 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: Elementary Schools
November 12th, 13th, & 14th |
- The Rockford Public School will be hosting Parent/Teacher Conferences for all elementary schools from Wednesday, November 12th through Friday, November 14th. To determine the dates and times for the respective elementary education buildings, as well as dismissal times, please refer below...
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Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
All Elementary Schools
October 15th - Wednesday
12:00 pm Dismissal (Elementary Only)
Conferences: TBA
October 15th - Wednesday
12:00 pm Dismissal (Elementary Only)
Conferences: TBA
October 17th - Friday
12:00 pm Dismissal (Elementary Only)
Conferences: TBA
Download 2008-09 RPS School Year Calendar
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Posted: 10/15/2008 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: Secondary Schools
October 15th, 16th, & 17th |
- The Rockford Public School will be hosting Parent/Teacher Conferences for all secondary schools from Wednesday, October 15th through Friday, October 18th. To determine the dates and times for the respective secondary education buildings, as well as dismissal times, please refer below...
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Secondary Parent/Teacher Conferences
Rockford High School (10-12) and Freshman Center
October 15th - Wednesday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
Conferences:
5:00 - 8:00 pm
October 15th - Wednesday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
Conferences: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
October 17th - Friday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
No Conferences
North and East Rockford Middle Schools
October 15th - Wednesday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
Conferences: 6:00pm - 9:00 pm
October 16th - Thursday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
Conferences:
12:30 - 3:30 pm
5:00 - 8:00 pm
October 17th - Friday
10:55 am Dismissal (Secondary Only)
No Conferences
Download 2008-09 RPS School Year Calendar
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Posted: 09/09/2008 |
Harvest Fest Kid's Coloring Competition!!!
Entries Accepted Starting September 17th , 2008 |
- Vorpi Chiropractic will be hosting a Kid's Coloring Contest during the Rockford Harvest Fest. Entries will be accepted from September 17th - October 2nd, with winners being chosen October 3rd. All winners will be invited to participate in a tour of the fire station, ride on the firetruck, and lunch and pictures with a fireman.
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Kid's Coloring Contest
Entries Accpeted Starting Sept. 17th - Oct. 2nd
Age Groups
3-5 Years
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
For more information on the Kid's Coloring Contest as well as contest rules and drop-off location, please click below...
View Kid's Coloring Contest Flyer
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Posted: 08/21/2008 |
The Rogue River Cleanup Project!!
September 13th, 2008 |
- The Fall Rogue River Cleanup Project is scheduled for September 13th, 2008, starting at 9am. The event, started in 2005, has a simple mission: to clean up the Rogue River and restore it's natural beauty. Volunteer and help clean up the Rogue!!!
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4th Annual Rogue River Cleanup Project
September 13th, 2008
Starts @ 9:00am
If you are interested in volunteering or for more information on the event,
please visit www.therogueriverproject.org.
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Posted: 08/08/2008 |
Fall 2008 Community Education Schedule Released!!
Rockford Community Services |
- The Fall 2008 Rockford Community Education Schedule has been released. Online registration for all programs will begin August 15th, 2008 at www.rpssignmeup.com.
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Fall 2008 Community Education Schedule
Rockford Community Services
Registration for all Fall 2008 Community Education
programs will begin online August 15, 2008.
To view the complete Fall 2008 Community
Education
Schedule, please click below...
View 2008 Fall Community Education Schedule
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Posted: 08/06/2008 |
Primary Elections Results!!!
Algoma Township, Cannon Township, Courtland Township, & Plainfield Township |
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Posted: 08/01/2008 |
Primary Elections: August 5th, 2008
Algoma Township, Cannon Township, Courtland Township, Plainfield Township, & City of Rockford |
- On August 5th, 2008, the area municipalities and townships will be holding their respective primary elections. As a primary election, the candidates that one votes for are not being elected, rather only nominated for the general election that will take place in November. For candidate information and polling locations, please follow the links below...
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Posted: 07/31/2008 |
Rockford High School Athletics Season Passes Available!!!
Starting August 11th |
- The Rockford Public Schools Athletic Department will have season passes available for purchase starting August 11th. The passes entitle the purchased admittance to all regular season home sporting events excluding hockey, multi-team tournaments, and MHSAA tournaments.
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RHS Athletics Season Passes
On Sale Starting August, 11th
Prices:
Family All Sport Pass - $185
Adult All Sport Pass - $70
Student All Sport Pass - $50
A punch card pass, good for 10 regular season contests, will also be available for $40 (Adult) and $20 (Students). For more information, please call the high school at (616) 863-6030.
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Posted: 07/10/2008 |
Rockford Sidewalk Sales!!!
July 17th, 18th, & 19th
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- The streets of downtown Rockford will be alive July 17th - 19th as many downtown Rockford merchants will be participating in the annual Rockford Sidewalk Sales. With great deals and unbelievable savings, the streets of Downtown Rockford is the place to shop during the 3rd week in July...
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Rockford Sidewalk Sales
July 17th, 18th, & 19th
During Business Hours
Participating Merchants:
Powers Outdoors, Epic Coffee House, Right Up Your Alley, Frenz Coffee House, Rudy Kazoody's, Bow Dacious, The Candle Shop, Jade, Right at Home, A Charmed Life Nail Spa, Sage & Roses, Paperdoll, Vitale's, Kimberly's Boutique, Great Northern Trading Co., Baskets in the Belfry, Aunt Candy's Toy Company, Pegasus Sports, and Many More...
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Posted: 07/08/2008 |
Lake Effect Music Festival Announced!!!
Sunday, August 24th, 2008
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- Bostwick Lake Church is pleased to announce the 1st Annual Lake Effect Music Festival. Tickets to the music fest will be $10.00 and will be available starting August 1st at Ric's Food Center and all Schuler Books & Music Locations. To learn more about the event or any of the musicians, please click the links below...
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Posted: 06/19/2008 |
Plainfield Township Farmer's Market Opens Today!!!
Every Thursday Thru October 30th
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- Plainfield Township is pleased to announce that the 1st annual Plainfield Township Farmer's Market will begin today, June 19th, in Belmont, MI. The market will feature fresh produce, crafts, ceramics, food, demonstrations, and much more...
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What: Plainfield Township Farmer's Market
Where: Across From the Township Offices
6156 Belmont Avenue
Belmont, MI 49306
(View Map)
When: Every Thursday Thru October 30th
3pm - 7pm
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please contact the township offices at (616) 364-8466 or visit the township website by clicking below...
Plainfield Township Farmer's Market Information
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