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SUMMARY:Forest City Gear Shop Tour & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Forest City Gear in Roscoe. We will be touring the facility and getting a behind the scenes peek at the gear making process. \nAt the conclusion of the tour we will make a short drive to Firehouse Pub and Grill located at 10670 Main St. Roscoe\, IL 61073 for networking\, appetizers and cash bar. \nRegistration is required: \nMembers: $20 Non Members: $25
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/forest-city-gear-shop-tour-networking/
LOCATION:Forest City Gear\, 11715 Main St\,\, Roscoe\, IL\, 61073\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123522
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T163235Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce Connection Information Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Training employees is a monumental task in business. Join the RRVTMA and The Workforce Connection to learn about the options for apprenticeship tuition support. \nEnjoy a hot breakfast and get some details on the local options available to help your company be competitive\, successful and mutually beneficial to both employee and employer.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/workforce-connection-information-breakfast/
LOCATION:Stockhom Inn\, 242 Charles St\,\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123522
CREATED:20240506T163006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T161512Z
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SUMMARY:Apprentice Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Apprentice Graduation. \nThe schedule for the evening includes a social hour\, dinner and certificate presentation. \nOur keynote speaker is David Hataj from the Craftsman With Character Program. \nRegistration for every apprentice and one guest is complimentary.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/apprentice-graduation/
LOCATION:UMB Bank Pavilion\, 1868 Reid Farm Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20240517T141652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T171819Z
UID:231852-1718037000-1718046000@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:~CANCELED~ Dinner With Congressman LaHood
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict with Congressman LaHood.  \nCongressman LaHood is coming to Rockford. Learn about what is going on in DC\, and what is happening on Capitol Hill specific to the manufacturing industry. \nThere will be a Q&A session with attendees. \nRegistration Fee:\nMembers: $50 Non-Members: $65 \n4:30 Cocktails & Networking\n5:00 Dinner \nRegistration Deadline: Noon on Thursday June 6th \nThank you to our event sponsor: First Midwest Group
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/dinner-with-congressman-lahood/
LOCATION:Raddison Hotel & Conference Center\, 200 S. Bell School Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20240506T162713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T205357Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Golf Play Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Rockford Country Club for our annual golf play day raising money to support our apprentice and scholarship programs! We will be playing 18 holes with games\, prizes and more. Take a shot to win a brand new side by side as well. Assemble your foursome and register today! \nSCHEDULE\n11:00 Registration & Lunch\n12:00 Shotgun Start\n5:00 Cocktails\n5:30 Dinner & Raffle \nGolf Registration:\nMember: $195\nNon-Member: $235 \nDinner Only:\nMember: $75\nNon-Member: $95 \nHole Signs:\n1st sign: $125\nAdditional Sign(s): $75
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/annual-golf-play-day/
LOCATION:Rockford Country Club\, 2500 Oxford St\, Rockford\, IL\, 61103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20240610T202236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T155420Z
UID:231861-1720805400-1720821600@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Family Baseball Night with RRVTMA
DESCRIPTION:You and your family are invited to join the RRVTMA at ABC Supply Stadium in Beloit\, WI for Family Baseball Night. \nCome watch the Beloit SkyCarp take on the Cedar Rapids Kernels. \nGates Open: 5:30pm Game Time: 6:35 \nRegistration Deadline: Wed. July 3rd @ Noon\nMember: $15 each\nNon-Member: $25 each \nTicket includes a dinner buffet and non-alcoholic beverages. (5:35-7:00) \nCash bar service will be available.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/family-baseball-night-with-rrvtma/
LOCATION:ABC Supply Stadium\, 217 Shirland Ave\, Beloit\, WI\, 53511\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T200000
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CREATED:20240731T160540Z
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UID:231908-1724259600-1724270400@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Speedy Metals Shop Tour & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a shop tour of Speedy Metals your one stop metal supplier. They stock over 5\,000 items\, including Aluminum\, Alloy\, Brass\, Copper\, Bronze\, Cold Roll\, Hot Roll\, Stainless and Tool Steels. Speedy Metals™ custom cuts to any length so you can get the metal you need to complete your project.\nAfter the tour there will be refreshments and networking on site. \nRegistration Deadline is Aug. 14th.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/speedy-metals-shop-tour-networking/
LOCATION:Speedy Metals\, 4902 Hydraulic Rd\, Rockford\, 61109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20240815T185050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T141731Z
UID:231923-1727371800-1727384400@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Connect and Grow at Prairie Street Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Grab a guest and join us for an evening of networking and socializing. \nEnjoy heavy appetizers and a cash bar while connecting with industry peers outside the constraints of the office. \nRegistration Deadline: September 10 @ 5:00pm\nMembers: $20 Non-members: $25
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/connect-and-grow/
LOCATION:Prairie Street Brewing Co\, 200 Prairie St\, Rockford\, 61107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20240927T154247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T145720Z
UID:231932-1731690000-1731708000@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:2024 Annual Members Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our member appreciate dinner and raffle. The entertainment for the evening will be provided by: Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos. \n5:00 Cocktail Hour\n6:00 Dinner Served\n7:00 Dueling Pianos\n8:00 Member Recognition & Raffle Drawing \nThe fun and festivities end at 10:00. \nRegistration deadline is Nov. 7.  \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/2024-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel & Conference Center\, 200 S Bell School Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250311T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T141649Z
UID:232008-1743008400-1743015600@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Connect and Grow at Pig Minds Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Grab a coworker and join us for an evening of networking and socializing. \nEnjoy a couple of beverages on us while connecting with industry peers outside the constraints of the office. \nThis event is free for Regular and Associate Members.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/connect-and-grow-at-pig-minds-brewing-co/
LOCATION:IL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250404T150945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T215211Z
UID:232018-1746034200-1746043200@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Bergstrom Corporate Headquarters Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of Bergstrom’s world headquarters located right here in Rockford\, Illinois. The site has been the hub of all Bergstrom operations since 1971. \nA small networking event will be held on site at the conclusion of the tour. \nRegistration deadline is April 23. 
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/bergstrom-corporate-headquarters-tour/
LOCATION:Bergstrom\, 2390 Blackhawk Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61109\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rrvtma.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/RRVTMA-Bergstrom-ShopTour.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250502T142555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142614Z
UID:232021-1748451600-1748462400@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Class of 2025 Apprentice Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication from our 2025 Class of Apprentices over the last four years. \nThe schedule for the evening includes a social hour\, dinner and certificate presentation. \nOur keynote speaker is Terry Iverson from CHAMPION Now. \nRegistration:\nMember: $60\nNon-Member: $75 \nEvery apprentice and one guest receive complimentary registration. \n5:00 Social Hour\n6:00 Dinner & Program \nMenu:\nFilet Mignon • Roasted Mushrooms\nFingerling Potatoes • Asparagus \n*Vegetarian meal available on request \nDEADLINE: May 19th
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/apprentice-graduation-2025/
LOCATION:UMB Bank Pavilion\, 1868 Reid Farm Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250616T192826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T192826Z
UID:232520-1750676400-1750705200@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Golf Play Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Rockford Country Club for our annual golf play day raising money to support our apprentice and scholarship programs! We will be playing 18 holes with games\, prizes and more. Take a shot to win a brand new side by side as well. Assemble your foursome and register today! \nSCHEDULE\n11:00 Registration & Lunch\n12:00 Shotgun Start\n5:00 Cocktails\n5:30 Dinner & Raffle \nGolf Registration:\nMember: $195\nNon-Member: $235 \nDinner Only:\nMember: $75\nNon-Member: $95 \nRegister Now! Our event sold out last year.\nRegistration Deadline: June 12\, 3:00pm\nLate Registrations WILL NOT be accepted.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/golf-play-day-2025/
LOCATION:Rockford Country Club\, 2500 Oxford St\, Rockford\, IL\, 61103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250708T162206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T184858Z
UID:232540-1754155800-1754172000@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Family Baseball Night with RRVTMA
DESCRIPTION:You and your family are invited to join the RRVTMA at ABC Supply Stadium in Beloit\, WI for Family Baseball Night. \nCome watch the Beloit SkyCarp take on the Peoria Chiefs. \nGates Open: 5:30pm\nGame Time: 6:35 \nTicket includes a dinner buffet and non-alcoholic beverages. (5:35-7:00)\n\nFireworks display after game.\nRegistration Deadline: Wed. July 28th @ Noon\nMember: $15 each\nNon-Member: $25 each \nCash bar service will be available. \n  \nThank you to our sponsor! \n \n 
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/family-baseball-night-with-rrvtma-2/
LOCATION:ABC Supply Stadium\, 217 Shirland Ave\, Beloit\, WI\, 53511\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250801T185858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T185922Z
UID:232581-1757610000-1757617200@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Connect & Grow at Prairie Street Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for beverages\, bites and business growth. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with other industry professionals. \nRegistration is deadline: August 29th \nMembers: $20\nNon-Members: $30
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/connect-grow-at-prairie-street-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Prairie Street Brewing Co\, 200 Prairie St\, Rockford\, 61107\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rrvtma.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/RRVTMA-ConnectGrow-2025_PR.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Anderson":MAILTO:becca@rrvtma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20250925T195938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T195938Z
UID:232609-1761735600-1761757200@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:All World Machinery Supply Open House
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to an Open House Event on Wednesday\, Oct. 29\, at All World Machinery Supply\, Roscoe. As part of our mission to support local manufacturers in navigating a changing economy through technology\, productivity\, and workforce development\, we’re proud to partner with All World for an evening of innovation\, learning\, and networking. Explore live demos of cutting-edge machining technologies and connect with industry leaders in All World’s newly expanded facilities. Enjoy delicious food and a pour from the All World beer tap with its custom-machined handle. We hope to see you there! \nLocation: All World Machinery Supply\, 6164 All World Way\, Roscoe\, IL 61073 \nDate and time: Wed\, Oct 29\, 2025 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/all-world-machinery-supply-open-house/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20251008T203614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T144013Z
UID:232614-1763055000-1763064000@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:2025 Annual Members Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Membership Appreciation Dinner \nHard Rock Casino Rockford \nThursday November 13th \n5:30-6:30 Cocktails/Networking \n6:30 Dinner Served \n7:30 Awards & Raffle Drawing \nRegistration Deadline 10/28/25 \n  \nThank you to our event sponsor!
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/2025-annual-members-dinner/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Casino Rockford\, 7801 E State St\, Rockford\, IL\, 61107
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20260205T191658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191658Z
UID:232645-1772643600-1772654400@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:Hennig Shop Tour
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 4 \n5 PM \n4950 Marlin Dr. \nMachesney Park\, IL 61115 \nOn site networking to follow \nRegistration Deadline: 2/27/26 \n$15 members\, $25 non-members
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/hennig-shop-tour/
LOCATION:Hennig\, 4950 Marlin Dr.\, Machesney Park\, IL\, 61115\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rrvtma.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/RRVTMA-Hennig-ShopTour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123523
CREATED:20260324T154807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165633Z
UID:232668-1776846600-1776850200@rrvtma.com
SUMMARY:What It Really Takes to Stay Top of Mind in B2B: A Branding Conversation with Digital Hive Mind
DESCRIPTION:Join RRVTMA for an interactive presentation from Digital Hive Mind on current trends in branding and advertising.
URL:https://rrvtma.com/event/what-it-really-takes-to-stay-top-of-mind-in-b2b-a-branding-conversation-with-digital-hive-mind/
LOCATION:All World Machinery Supply\, 6164 All World Way\, Roscoe\, IL\, 61073\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rrvtma.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RRVTMA-DHM-roundtable.jpg
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