The 2013 Mt. Morris Let Freedom Ring Celebration will kick off June 28th with the Kable Band Concert and Let Freedom Ring Queen crowning. The festivities continue every day with a variety of activites such as carnival for the kids, bags tournament, food stands, car show on Sunday and much more. The festival runs through July 4th and will end with the Grand Fireworks at dusk. 

The 2012 Mt. Morris Let Freedom Ring Celebration will kick off June 29th with the Kable Band Concert and Let Freedom Ring Queen crowning. The festivities continue every day with a variety of activites such as carnival for the kids, bags tournament, food stands, car show on Sunday and much more. The festival runs through July 4th and will end with the Grand Fireworks at dusk. 

The 2012 Mt. Morris Let Freedom Ring Celebration will kick off June 29th with the Kable Band Concert and Let Freedom Ring Queen crowning. The festivities continue every day with a variety of activites such as carnival for the kids, bags tournament, food stands, car show on Sunday and much more. The festival runs through July 4th and will end with the Grand Fireworks at dusk. 

The fun starts at 6:30 with fire truck rides, food and refreshments. Fireworks start at dusk. All events take place at Massey Field on the West Carroll High School campus

The 2013 Mt. Morris Let Freedom Ring Celebration will kick off June 28th with the Kable Band Concert and Let Freedom Ring Queen crowning. The festivities continue every day with a variety of activites such as carnival for the kids, bags tournament, food stands, car show on Sunday and much more. The festival runs through July 4th and will end with the Grand Fireworks at dusk. 

Experience small town charm at it's best as you celebrate the 4th of July! Firemen's pork-chops at Fire station on Clay St (Rt 78) deom 10 - noon - also available at Athletic Field preceding fireworks. The "Mississippi Man" will provide entertainment at the fire station from 1-5 pm. The parade through town kicks off at 6 pm followed by music and concessions at the athletic field and a huge fireworks display at dusk.

13th Annual Reagan Run 5K Registration is Open Race set for Saturday, July 7 during Petunia Festival in Dixon.More than 1,500 participants are expected for the 13th annual Reagan Run 5K on Saturday, July 7 in downtown Dixon. The traditional race that is part of Dixon's Petunia Festival draws runners and walkers alike and has developed into the premier 5K race in the Sauk Valley area.The race begins at 8 a.m. with the start line located just steps away from Ronald Reagan's Boyhood Home, 810 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon. The unique course takes runners through downtown Dixon, across the Rock River, through wooded paths and finishes in Haymarket Square in the downtown. Racers continue to rave year after year about this classic and fun course that offers a changing landscape as you run.The race is a benefit that helps several groups in Dixon including: The Dixon Athletic Boosters, Dixon Main Street, Dixon Park District and the Dixon YMCA Strong Kids.
Online registration is available until Thursday, July 5 at www.getmeregistered.com or www.reaganrun.com. Early race packet pickup will be Friday, July 6 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Dixon Family YMCA.Race Day Registration can be done up until 7:30 a.m. on the morning of the race at Haymarket Square. No registrations will be available at the start line at the Reagan Home.
For more information, call Dixon Main Street at 815-288-2308 or email Nancy Varga at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Related EventsKids Fun Run (For kids 9 and under) on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 7:30 a.m.  Registration ends at 7:15 a.m.  Free t-shirts to the first 100 registrants.   KSB Corporate Challenge – 12th Annual  Run in conjunction with the Reagan Run.  Requires five participants from the same company

The Honoring Our History Tour will be coming to Veterans Park in Dixon on July 13th & 14th. Veterans Park is located on IL Rt 2 West. Housed in a customized, 18-wheel, "big rig" truck, the traveling gallery provides a window to the war and its primitive tools and equipment, frightening trench warfare conditions, and haunting sights and sounds. The gallery features: artifacts such as weapons, tools, equipment and uniforms, a walk-through trench that simulates the war environment, videos and audio tracks and headlines and historical descriptors. Designed by historians and curators at the National World War I Museum, the gallery provides an informative, engaging overview of America's participation in the war while not neglecting the circumstances that brought other nations into conflict.Waddell & Reed and Ivy Funds have created an ambitious and unconventional acknowledgement of the firm's 75th anniversary: in partnership with the National World War I Museum, a custom 18-wheel "big rig" truck has been transformed into a traveling gallery that will visit 75 communities across the country, stopping at a variety of local museums and cultural institutions to raise funds and awareness. Dubbed the "Honoring Our History" tour, the unique traveling museum offers a free, interactive and educational experience designed in concert with the National World War I Museum – the first and only American museum solely dedicated to preserving the artifacts, history and personal experiences of a war that brought dramatic impact and still echoes today. Funds raised at each stop will be divided equally between each local museum and the National World War I Museum, based in Kansas City, Mo.  The traveling gallery features a variety of artifacts, videos, an authentic walk-through trench that simulates the war environment, audio tracks, headlines and historical descriptions. It allows visitors the chance to experience the tight conditions of trench warfare, see the relatively primitive tools, weapons, equipment and uniforms, amid sounds and sights of war 100 years ago. Every visitor has the opportunity to make a financial donation to support the non-profit museum, through electronic forms via four iPads on board, or cash donations.

The Honoring Our History Tour will be coming to Veterans Park in Dixon on July 13th & 14th. Veterans Park is located on IL Rt 2 West. Housed in a customized, 18-wheel, "big rig" truck, the traveling gallery provides a window to the war and its primitive tools and equipment, frightening trench warfare conditions, and haunting sights and sounds. The gallery features: artifacts such as weapons, tools, equipment and uniforms, a walk-through trench that simulates the war environment, videos and audio tracks and headlines and historical descriptors. Designed by historians and curators at the National World War I Museum, the gallery provides an informative, engaging overview of America's participation in the war while not neglecting the circumstances that brought other nations into conflict.Waddell & Reed and Ivy Funds have created an ambitious and unconventional acknowledgement of the firm's 75th anniversary: in partnership with the National World War I Museum, a custom 18-wheel "big rig" truck has been transformed into a traveling gallery that will visit 75 communities across the country, stopping at a variety of local museums and cultural institutions to raise funds and awareness. Dubbed the "Honoring Our History" tour, the unique traveling museum offers a free, interactive and educational experience designed in concert with the National World War I Museum – the first and only American museum solely dedicated to preserving the artifacts, history and personal experiences of a war that brought dramatic impact and still echoes today. Funds raised at each stop will be divided equally between each local museum and the National World War I Museum, based in Kansas City, Mo.  The traveling gallery features a variety of artifacts, videos, an authentic walk-through trench that simulates the war environment, audio tracks, headlines and historical descriptions. It allows visitors the chance to experience the tight conditions of trench warfare, see the relatively primitive tools, weapons, equipment and uniforms, amid sounds and sights of war 100 years ago. Every visitor has the opportunity to make a financial donation to support the non-profit museum, through electronic forms via four iPads on board, or cash donations.

July Second Saturdays in Dixon will be July 14th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., on First Street, Dixon, IL between Galena and Peoria Avenues. Come to downtown Dixon for a variety of artists and musicians and enjoy an evening of art, music, food and fun. Nine small businesses put on a big show of local talent for July and musical venues include: Lowell Hays at Books on First, Jeff Kagay at Waterfront Gifts and Antiques, and new venue, Traditional Wellness Center. Artist venues include: Crystal Cork Wine Shoppe, The Next Picture Show, Journey Yoga, Cimino's, Trein's Jewelry, and Wedding Whims. Artists featured are: sculptor, Leland Sedig, weaver, Jim Ceccetti, painters: Deb Cleary and Joy Meyer, floral/henna artist, Stacey and multi-media by Jesey Nicholson, Nicky Perez.

Saturday July 21 - Lowden State Park in Oregon - Wonderful outdoor Western themed event with shoot'em up cowboys and horses, gun and rope tricks, Native American Dancers, horse drawn wagon rides, demonstrations in beading, flint work, knapping and more.  Live birds of prey, tipi camping, western and Native vendors selling clothing, jewelry, arts and crafts.  Food vendors, children's crafts and more.  Special visit by descendant of Chief Black Hawk.
 

Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center located at 1637 Plock Rd in Dixon is hosting Ante Up for Hope Casino Night on Saturday, July 21, 6 -11 pm.

 The 11th Annual Riverfront Classic Car and Motorcycle show is set for Sunday, July 22 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. in downtown Dixon. The cars will be showcased on the Riverfront, along Hennepin Ave and First Street in the downtown. The event is expected to draw between 200-300 classic cars. As usual, 3D Sound will be on hand to provide music and commentary for the show. This year's competition will have several judged categories, including Top 50 1985 and older, Top 5 1986 and newer, Top 5 Motorcycles, and Best of Show Modified and Original. Awards will take place at 3 p.m. Registration goes from 8 a.m. - Noon and cost is $15 per car. Throughout the day Mama Cimino's and Oliver's Corner Market will be hosting cook-outs. For more information, call Steve at 815-284-2763.

Lee County 4-H Center, US Route 30, 1 mile east of US Route 52, Amboy
This family event showcases the talents of Lee County's young people. Truck and tractor pulls, garden tractor pull, pedal pull, Demolition Derby, carnival, stick horse rodeo, music and more. Thu/Noon-10pm, Fri & Sat/7am-10pm and Sun/1am-6pm

Every Fourth Friday Sterling promotes from 10 to 20 venues with Artwork and entertainment from 6-8pm. Walking Guides are available in many downtown shops beforehand or upon arrival for the events.  Performance ranges from solo to small groups, acoustic, chorale and visual art includes paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more.  Many venues have special promotions and all enjoy your company and patronage. Come back to downtown Sterling, where you'll find something for everyone. Go to our website for a full listing of locations & specific events. 

Come to Distinctive Gardens in Dixon for this FREE class to learn tips and techniques for designing and installing your own landscaping. Great for the do-it-yourselfer. We're located at 2020 Lowell Park Rd, Dixon. Information online: www.distinctivegardensinc.com

Lee County 4-H Center, US Route 30, 1 mile east of US Route 52, Amboy
This family event showcases the talents of Lee County's young people. Truck and tractor pulls, garden tractor pull, pedal pull, Demolition Derby, carnival, stick horse rodeo, music and more. Thu/Noon-10pm, Fri & Sat/7am-10pm and Sun/1am-6pm