1. Sterling Back-to-School Block Party: On Tuesday, Aug. 12, the Golden Warrior Back-to-School Block Party takes place from 7-10 p.m. at the Sterling Schools Foundation Alumni Center. This is a 21+ event with a $40 ticket that includes an Italian-themed dinner and a raffle entry.
2. Music at the Square (Dixon): On Friday, Aug. 8, head to John Dixon Park for a free live music performance from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Enjoy a picnic in the park and, on some evenings, free custard from Culver’s. The band for this date is Steve Catron.
3. Mt. Morris Jamboree 2025 (Mt. Morris): On Friday, Aug. 8 at 7 p.m., enjoy live music at the Mt. Morris Band Shell as part of the Jamboree series. Visit the Facebook page for more information about the evening’s performer.
4. Rochelle’s Fly-In Drive-In (Rochelle): On Sunday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Rochelle Municipal Airport will host this unique air show and car show. It’s a great opportunity to see planes and classic cars. cityofrochelle.net/event/fly-in-drive-in/
5. Mendota Sweet Corn Festival (Mendota): Mendota’s Sweet Corn Festival runs from Thursday, Aug. 7 to Sunday, Aug. 10. The festival will have a parade, a carnival, live music and free sweet corn. sweetcornfestival.com

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