Good morning, Rockford.

The Rockford Area Arts Council, led by Mary McNamara Bernsten, announced art grants and free summer programs at Washington Park and said that environmental remediation at the Armory begins this month (completion target: 2030).

Readers are invited to join as members to access these resources.

Wild Roots Nature Center secured a $25,000 grant to restore the former Elliot Golf Course into prairie, oak savanna, and wetland habitat.

A community restoration day will be held on June 13 (9 a.m. to noon) at 888 S. Lyford Rd.

Cooling centers are available across Winnebago and Boone counties to help residents beat the heat this summer: in Rockford, Carpenter’s Place at 1149 Railroad Avenue is open 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday (Rockford Rescue Mission and City Health also offer sites with extended hours).

Spectators at IRONMAN 70.3 Rockford should prepare for warm summer weather on Sunday as temperatures will reach the mid-80s with a 20% chance of showers after 1 p.m. The race will begin at 7 a.m. along courses by the Rock River so dress for sun and stay hydrated.

The Voice of Hind Rajab Movie Screening

3-5 p.m. — RPL Nordlof Center — $5 entry — Watch the Oscar-nominated film that explores humanity and mental health themes.

Guest Bartender Night

RPS205 administration, staff and Teacher Academy members will be behind the bar from 4-7 p.m. June 25 at Ernie’s Midtown Pub, 1025 Fifth Ave., Rockford. Fill the tip jar, get some great food and drinks and chat with your friends! A percentage will come back to Golden Apple to support local teachers. Your server may even turn out to be Dr. Jarrett! It’s a FUNdraiser — join us!

Rockford Fourth of July Fireworks

5-9:30 p.m. — Davis Park at Founders Landing — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular 30-minute fireworks display synchronized to music over the Rock River.

An Evening with The Brass Queens

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Music Box — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy an energetic performance by the female-led brass band making waves since 2019.

I Love The 90's Tour

7 p.m. — Hard Rock Live — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away to hits from Milli Vanilli, C&C Music Factory, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Young MC.

I Love The 90's Tour

7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Ticket prices vary — Relive the essence of the 90's with an exciting music tour that brings back nostalgic memories.