Twin Cities Farmers Market
2025-08-30 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Twin City Farmers Market, 106 Avenue A, Sterling, IL, United States
Come visit the Twin Cities Farmer’s Market to buy from local farmers, artisans, and vendors selling fresh produce, homemade goods, and handcrafted items. It is a great way to support small businesses while enjoying seasonal, locally sourced products.

Outdoor Farmer's Market
2025-08-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Cypress House, 718 10th Avenue, Rochelle, IL, United States
Local Produce, Handcrafted Art, Artisan Bread, Honey, Sweets, and more

Rock Falls Farmers Market
2025-09-03 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-06 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-10 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-13 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-17 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-20 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-24 07:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-27 07:00 - 11:00 | Rock Falls Farmers Market, 400 W. 2nd Street, Rock Falls, IL, United States
Shop FRESH, shop LOCAL at the Rock Falls Farmers Market, open every Wednesday & Saturday, 7-11am. FANTASTIC finds like local honey, herbs, jellies & jam, fresh produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, crochet items, and SO MUCH MORE.

Shake, Rattle and Read
2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Graves Hume Public Library, 1401 W. Main Street, Mendota, IL, United States
Stories, songs, puppets, playtime, and much more! For babies and toddlers ages birth to 2. Pre-K siblings are welcome to share in the fun. Register by calling 815-538-5142.

WITS Workout
2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Graves Hume Public Library, 1401 W. Main Street, Mendota, IL, United States
Inviting adults 60 years and older to participate in a FREE 12-week brain health engagement program. Thursdays, Sept. 4 through November 12th. Register at 815-538-5142.

Riding for Valor Fundraiser Run
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Rock Falls American Legion, 712 4th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL, United States
The sign-up for the event will take place from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Rock Falls American Legion. The ride will include stops at various area VFWs and Legions, ending at the Rock Falls Legion. After the ride, stick around for live music, food, a 50/50 raffle, a silent auction, and door prizes. $10 per person $15 per couple.

Harvest Fest
2025-09-07 12:00 - 14:00 | New Life Lutheran Church, 702 West Lynn Blvd, Sterling, IL, United States
As the season shifts and the air turns crisp join us for time of fellowship, food, games, bounce houses and more.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop
2025-09-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Whiteside County Illinois Extension Office, 12923 Lawrence Road, Sterling, IL, United States
Learn to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health illnesses and substance use disorders in youth at an Illinois Extension training, offered in partnership with Sinnissippi Centers. Cost is $30 / open to the public. http://go.illinois.edu/YMHFAWhiteside

Creston Booster Days
2025-09-13 | Booster Park, South Center Street, Rochelle, IL, United States
Rides, Games, Bingo, Tractor Pulls, Bands, Parade, Beer Garden, and more!

Job Fair
2025-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL, United States
State Representative Brad Fritts is hosting a FREE upcoming Job Fair on Thursday, September 18th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event will be hosted at Dillon Mall at Sauk Valley Community College, located at 173 IL-2 in Dixon.
Employers include:

Central Management Services (Recruitment and Career Counseling)
Department of Agriculture
Department of Corrections
Department of Human Services
Department of Public Health
Department of Transportation
Department of Revenue
Employment Security
Health & Family Services
Illinois Emergency Management Services
Illinois Secretary of State
Illinois State Police

Prospective employees are encouraged to dress to impress and bring lots of resumes!

Hunter Safety Course
2025-09-20 08:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-21 08:00 - 13:00 | Rochelle Wildlife Conservation Club, 3501 S. Sweeney Road, Chana, IL, United States
State Representative Brad Fritts is hosting an upcoming Hunter Safety Course. The event will be hosted at the Rochelle Wildlife Conservation Club on September 20 and 21 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. BOTH days are required to complete this course. Spots are limited and must be reserved in advance by clicking here.

“Golden Patch Pumpkins” Paint Night
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:00 | The Flight Deck, 1207 Gurler Road, Rochelle, IL, United States
Paint, sip, and sparkle with us at Flight Deck! We’re bringing these shimmery pumpkins to life! tickets

NAMI Sauk Area Family Support Group Meeting
2025-09-23 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Johns Lutheran Church, 703 3rd Avenue, Sterling, IL, United States
Confidential support for family and friends of people with mental health conditions.

Cypress House Outdoor Farmer’s Market
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Cypress House, 718 10th Avenue, Rochelle, IL, United States
Local produce, handcrafted art, artisan bread, honey, market bouquets, sweets, over 30 vendors, and live music!

Annual Art Show
2025-10-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Lincoln Arts Center, 108 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL, United States
Lifeworks Photography Studio hosts the annual Art Show, a fundraising event for the Rochelle Area Community Foundation’s Williams Fun for the Arts.

Utility Bill Clinic
2025-10-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Sterling Public Library, 102 W. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL, United States
State Representative Brad Fritts’ Office is teaming up with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to host a Utility Bill Clinic! Join us for this informative event about ways to reduce your utility costs on Wednesday, October 15th, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Sterling Public Library.

Appointments are preferred and can be made by calling his office at 815-561-3690 EXT. 2, or by clicking here.
