“Pinkalicious the Musical” Brings Books to Life

The Magic Owl Children’s Theatre at Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) presents an hour-long version of “Pinkalicious the Musical,” based on the books by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann on Friday, July 11, and Saturday, July 12, 2014, at 2:00 p.m.

Lions Club Installs Officers

Members of the Morrison Lions Club and guests enjoyed dinner at the Forest Inn on Tuesday, July 1, 2014, prior to installation of officers for  2014-2015.  Past District Governor Ruth Lyle, Erie, IL, was the installing officer.  The new officers are Keith Hamstra, President; Tracy Muur, Vice President; Bob Countryman,

Rotary Corn Boil July 22

Rock Falls Rotary will host their 75th Annual Corn Boil on Tuesday, July 22, 2014, at the Rock Falls Community Building, 601 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.   Meal tickets are available at the door:  $7 for adults and $4 for children under

Schreiner Golf Outing Aids Hospice

Hospice of the Rock River Valley was the recipient of proceeds raised from the Schreiner Golf Outing, held on Saturday, June 14, 2014, at Deer Valley Country Club, 3298 Hoover Road, Deer Grove, IL.

P.E.O. Chapter FL May and June News

LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary, submitted this report. P.E.O. Chapter FL met for the annual Founders Day Meeting on Monday, May 5, 2014, at United Methodist Church in Sterling, IL.  Four local Chapters from Sterling and Rock Falls, IL, were also present.  Refreshments were served and an entertaining

Free Community Meal Thursday, June 26

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host a Free Community Meal on Thursday, June 26, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  Enjoy a salad bar with a selection of homemade prepared salads and fixings for greens, rolls, desserts, and drinks.  All are welcome. The church, at the

Local Students Named to Ashford Dean’s List

Ashford University’s faculty and staff are pleased to announce the Spring 2014 Dean’s List for its online program and the on-campus traditional programs.  The Ashford University student community includes people from every state in the U. S. and several foreign countries.

Symphony Season Ends with Two Events

Two special events this weekend will put a cap on the 60th season of Clinton Symphony Orchestra.  “A Symphonic Affair,” the symphony’s annual social event and fund-raiser is from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 6, 2014.  The orchestra will play a free outdoor Pops Concert in the remodeled band

Open Bible Fellowship Community Blood Drive

Open Bible Fellowship will host a community blood drive from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, IL.  Appointments: To donate, please contact Sharon Nolan at 815-778-4544 or visit www.bloodcenterimpact.org.

Wa Tan Ye Club Brunch and Garden Program

The annual June brunch of the Morrison Wa Tan Ye Club is Saturday, June 14, 2014, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  A breakfast casserole buffet will be served beginning at 9:00 a.m.  The brunch is by donation.  The public is invited as long as a

MACF Grant to Morrison Lions Club

Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) is pleased to announce it has awarded a grant to Morrison Lions Club.  The grant will help fund construction of a picnic shelter/pavilion at the Morrison Sports Complex.  The Morrison Lions Club feels that this type of structure would benefit a wide portion of the

Photos Tell It All

If “a picture is worth a 1000 words,” then here are 2000 to describe the good works of Morrison Rotarians.

Swim Club Soil Sale April 26

The Morrison Seahorse Swim Club Soil Sale is Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the old Farmer’s Elevator on E. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Enter from U. S. Route 30 or IL Route 78.  Each 40 lb bag is $1.50.  Call Andy Henson at 815-772-4130

Spring Fellowship Breakfast April 11

Morrison Christian Reformed Church invites the general public to enjoy a Spring Fellowship Breakfast on Friday, April 11, 2014, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.  The church is located at 300 W. South Street, Morrison, IL.  There is no charge for the meal and the opportunity to “sit and visit.”  It

Hospice Memorial Service May 13

On Tuesday, May 13, 2014, Hospice of the Rock River Valley will hold its annual Memorial Service, honoring loved ones who died during the past year.  The service will begin at 6:00 p.m. at New Life Lutheran Church, 702 W. Lynn Boulevard, Sterling, IL.