The story goes, Berry Gordy decided to take total control of his songs, so on January 12, 1959, he borrowed $800 from his family's loan fund to start his own record label, called Tamla. We in Motor City decided if Berry Gordy could accomplish so much with so little, then we have to honor his gift to the world.
Delivers an accurate and stunning representation of the classic pulsating sound of Hitsville USA, better known as The Motown Sound. Whether you are reliving this era of your life or visiting it for the first time, we guarantee a performance to remember. We wanted to fill a need in this area for classic Motown songs and we’re fortunate to be […]
On April 24 and 25, students from the Whiteside Area Career Center’s CEO class will be hosting the 11th annual WACC CEO Trade Show at Northland Mall in Sterling, Illinois. This year there are 33 students between the East and West CEO classes. The class operates 5 days a week for 90 minutes and culminates in the trade show. Each […]
Who: Michael McCreary, comedian & author of "Funny, You Don't Look Autistic" When: Thursday, April 25th 3:45-4:30pm Where: Books on First
Twenty-seven-year-old Michael McCreary is an autistic comedian, actor, author and TEDX speaker who’s been performing stand-up comedy since age 13. In the past 10 years, he has performed stand-up shows and keynote addresses of 45 to 60 minutes in every province in Canada – plus the Yukon - and across the United States. He has done shows for tech giants […]
Join us for an exhilarating Mario Kart 8 tournament on the massive screen at The Dixon! Compete head-to-head with other players in a thrilling 1 on 1 showdown to see who will reign supreme in Dixon. Get ready to showcase your skills and make a name for yourself in this epic battle of speed and strategy. All ages are invited […]
Tuesday April 29th Mad Water Saloon will host a paint party at 6pm…. Cost of the canvas & all supplies plus 1 free drink is $40. ( $35 if you do not want the drink included). We have 30 spots available so stop by the bar to reserve your seat. Must pay when you sign up.)
Everyone is invited to United Way’s 2023-2024 Campaign Celebration Luncheon, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 1st at 12pm, at the Post House Ballroom in Dixon. Join us in celebrating the collective impact we’ve made together and honoring the achievements of the past year. This luncheon promises to be an inspiring and uplifting gathering as we reflect on the […]
Big Love: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac will take you on a trip through time that features the many great hits and deep cuts of their amazing career. Stevie Nicks is one of the greatest divas of our lifetime and will be represented incredibly here. We were very fortunate to find a tour date open for Big Love and our […]
The 2023 inaugural Rock River Madness left all involved excited to see the event grow in 2024! Riders from more than 15 counties, and from ages 12 to 80, hit the trails! The event is a true reflection of our community’s spirit and passion, and a wonderful showcase of our beautiful landscapes. Join the ride for 2024 and beyond! Check […]
