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Teen Crafternoon: DIY Pinecone Bird Feeders

Talcott Free Library 101 E Main St, Rockton, IL, United States

Kids in grades 6-12 can make a DIY bird feeder out of pinecones, Crisco, and birdseed. Sign up here.

Free

Rockton Pelican Fest

Downtown Rockton 120 W. Main Street, Rockton, IL, United States

Celebrate the return of the American White Pelicans with educational booths, shopping, an art show, and more. You can also take a free shuttle bus to Nygren Wetland Preserve Outlook Continue Reading

Free

Paddle Trip: Fur Trader’s Run

Rockton Boat Ramp Off E. Main St., Rockton, IL, United States

Take a seven mile guided paddle ride down the route fur traders used hundreds of years ago. Register here. Cost: $50 with equipment rental / $20 if you have your Continue Reading

$20 – $50

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Rockton River Market

Settlers Park 125 E. Hawick Street, Rockton, IL, United States

Enjoy live music, food, and vendors in lovely Settlers Park.

Free

Bucciferro Family McDonald’s Cruise Night

Rockton McDonald's 13454 Quail Trl., Rockton, IL, United States

 Check out classic cars, enjoy DJ music, enter giveaways, and enjoy food specials.

Free
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Old Settlers Days

Settlers Park 125 E. Hawick Street, Rockton, IL, United States

Enjoy live music and a carnival.

$6

Rockton River Market

Settlers Park 125 E. Hawick Street, Rockton, IL, United States

Enjoy live music, food, and vendors in lovely Settlers Park.

Free

Family Nature Adventures

Nygren Wetland Preserve 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton, IL, United States

Families can explore the natural world and stop at 14+ learning stations about nature and art. Kids who visit 6 or more stations can earn a Junior Naturalist badge. Register Continue Reading

Free