Good morning, Rockford.

Over 500 Jeeps and a torta contest defined the 5th annual Cinco de Mayo Jeeps and Tacos festival held Sunday at the Don Carter Lanes parking lot — featuring local bands, food, and 85 vendors offering free, family-friendly fun.

Rosecrance Flower Day returns this Thursday, May 7 at Gensler Gardens, running from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 8631 11th Street in New Milford + 102 Orth Road in Loves Park, with part of the proceeds supporting mental health and substance use treatment services.

On Sunday, Prairie Street Brewing Co. hosted a handmade market along the riverfront that featured local vendors selling home decor, apparel + art.

Event Coordinator Visouda Phounsavath said the event brought the community together.

The Roscoe Community Market showcased local vendors at the Liberty Lot at the corner of Bridge + Main as it runs two Sundays a month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the next market will be held on May 17.

High school proms lit up the area on May 2 — students celebrated at Rock Valley College and Rockford Country Club, where Shen Kee was crowned Prom Queen.

Rockford Promise celebrated its annual Promising Futures event on May 3 at the Coronado Theatre, recognizing scholarship recipients and their families (remarks by executive director Kaylene Groh).

Board member Maurice Redd also joined the celebration (highlighting community support).

Students at Flinn Middle School joined the Hair 2 Beauty Club on Tuesday afternoon to learn hairstyling techniques — French braids and acrylic nails — from licensed cosmetologist Tionna Lambert and local experts.

Membership rose from 40 to 60 thanks to donated supplies from the community.

Lonely Teenage Cassette Release Show

8-10 p.m. — The Music Box — $15.08 — Experience an ambient/drone night with the local duo Lonely Teenage and special guests.

Mother's Day Garden Celebration

12-3 p.m. — Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden — General admission required — Celebrate Mother's Day with floral arrangements, live music, and delicious food in a beautiful garden setting.

The Wizard of Oz

6 PM — Rockford Woman's Club — Cost not specified — Experience a captivating retelling of the beloved classic as you journey down the yellow brick road.

Heart Vs Hustle: Dej Loaf and Rob49 Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Live - Rockford — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an electrifying night with Dej Loaf and Rob49 at the Hard Rock Casino.

Love Song Live in Vietnamese

6-9 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — 21+ only — Experience captivating live music in a vibrant setting.

Nike Flag Football Camp in Rockford, IL

June 3-5 — Clarence Hicks Sports Complex — Pricing available upon inquiry — Enhance your flag football skills with experienced coaches and fun competitions.