1. Sterling Back-to-School Block Party: On Tuesday, Aug. 12, the Golden Warrior Back-to-School Block Party takes place from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Sterling Schools Foundation Alumni Center. This is a 21-and-older 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): At 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 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): From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, the Rochelle Municipal Airport will host this unique air show and car show. It’s a great opportunity to see planes and classic cars. Visit 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. Visit sweetcornfestival.com.

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