​Small Business Saturday 
Saturday,  November 26
It may be snowing outside but here in the gallery we're California Dream'n on Such  a Winter's Day.
Rockton's own, Jerry Jacob's joins us for an Artist's Reception from 1 -3 PM. Meet Jerry and you may even win one of his California Dream'n mugs. 

Shop the gallery and find Holiday décor, jewelry, ceramics, wood turning and other unique one of a kind gifts perfect for everyone on your list. This year make it ONE OF A KIND, make it personal.

AND because WE BELIEVE you're never too old for a snowball fight, we'll be giving a crocheted snowball with each purchase.
Join us for some Holiday Make'n Takes.

Saturday, Dec 3rd: Nutcrackers
11-3:30 PM
$8

Sunday, Dec 4th: Christmas Pals
12, 1, 2, or 3 PM
$10
Register here
or walk-ins welcome if there is room at the table.
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Ladies' Night in Downtown Rockton

Our Bi- Annual Sale
Bi-Annual Sale
Saturday, Dec 10th
11-4 PM
Here it is. The sale that you've been waiting for. Everything in the gallery is 15% Off, most items are 25% Off for even greater savings.
Rockton Pelican Fest
May 21, 10am-3pm

Save the date to celebrate the annual return of the American White Pelicans and other migrating birds to the Rock River. This year we will be teaming up with The Natural Land Institute, The Sinnissippi Audubon Society, The Village of Rockton and JR Finally Art Studio & Gallery to create a day filled with activities and sights sure to delight everyone.

Stateline Mass Transit District will be providing free shuttle bus service from Rockton to the Nygren Wetland Preserve Overlook throughout the festival. There you will be greeted by a knowledgeable volunteer to talk about birds and other wildlife. Free guided walking tours of Nygren Wetland will start at the overlook at 11am and, 12:30pm.
For you birders: Don't miss the Early Bird Walk at 7:30am meeting at the Nygren Wetland Overlook presented by Sinnissippi Audubon.

In Downtown Rockton 10am to 3pm
Talks:
At Village Hall:
11 am "Hoo" Haven with Rocky Road
1pm Peregrine Falcon presentation by Sinnissippi Audubon President, Jennifer Kuroda
Booths By:
815 Outside: pine cone bird feeder
Burpee Museum of Natural History
"Hoo" Haven
JR Finally Art S& G: Make'n Take
Natural Land Institute: Kids Activity
Nature at the Confluence: kid's activity
Rockford Park District Atwood Center
Rockton Remembers: Hononegah statue
Sinnissippi Audubon Society
Stateline STEM Academy: Pelican Robots

Participating Shops:
After the Vine: Pelican Wine Flights & Pelican Viewing Seating
JR Finally Art: Whitman Post Elementary School Art Show "Fantastic Beasts" , 3 art demos. photo booth
Pick a dilly Antiques: birdhouses & yard decor
Ray's Family Restaurant: "Early Bird" breakfast
Sugar Britches: pelican suckers

Thank you to Our Event Sponsors ($500+):
Sinnissippi Audubon Society
Pheasants Forever
Thank you to our Participating Business Sponsors ($100+):
815 Outside
HD Jameson House
"Hoo" Haven Wildlife & Education Center
JR Finally Art Studio & Gallery
Natural Land Institute
Pick a dilly Antiques
Positive Changes Chiropractic
Ray's Family Restaurant
Sugar Britches Old Fashioned Candy
Wild Birds Unlimited (Roscoe & Rockford)


In the Gallery:
We're going absolutely birdie for the Rockton Pelican Fest with plush pelicans, garden rocks,birdhouses and more outdoor themed art.

Demos:
Don Hyson, Wood Burning  10:30 am-Noon 
Jean Apgar, Watercolor         Noon - 1:30pm
Beth Wemmer, Pastels           1:30pm - 3pm

In the Red Gallery: 
Whitman Post Elementary School Art Show "Fantastic Beasts" 
along with the art of Monday Art Club

In the Booth:
Kids Make'n Take

Photo Ops:
Jerry (The Rock)  Pelican
& Photo Booth

Vintage Shop Hop
March 4 & 5


Two great events , ONE BIG Weekend!
February 9-12, 2022
Yeti Fest & Galentine's Day!
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Then you get to go home to the Super Bowl.  Can it get any better?

Saturday, December 11th
11am -4pm
It only happens two times a year! 
That's our 15% off EVERYTHING
25% off most Sale.

It's a great time to finish off that shopping list or snag that piece you've been eyeing for weeks.

Rockton Christmas Walk, December 3, 4 & 5

EVENTS & SHOPPING SPECIALSALL THE GREAT EVENTS AND SHOPPING DEALS AVAILABLE DURING THE WALK
 FRIDAY EVENTS – Dec 3rd
  • Christmas Photo SettingBring the family down to Rockton Garden Works for a picturesque Christmas photo setting in front of the store that will capture your holiday cheer for years to come. Afterwards, stroll inside among the festive store and check out our special weekend sales!
    Rockton Garden Works, 130 Blackhawk Blvd. All weekend long.
  • Lighted Displays at Settlers ParkThanks to local businesses and organizations for creating local holiday cheer by decorating displays at Settlers Park. Walk the path to see festive lighted creations! The displays will remain lit evenings through December.
    Settlers Park, 150 E. Hawick St. 5pm
  • Put Your Christmas Greeting in the NewsHave your Christmas greeting published in Rockton-Roscoe News. It might even get mentioned by an emcee during the Lighted Parade!
    Settlers Park, 150 E. Hawick St. 5-7pm
  • CYT Chicago (Rockford Area) Presents A Christmas CarolCYT Chicago shows are appropriate for the entire family and are an excellent way to introduce children to the arts! Discount ticket coupon code: CYTChristmas. Purchase tickets here. 
    Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem St., 7pm
  • Ugly Christmas Sweater Pub CrawlThe easiest pub crawl you’ll ever participate in. Grab your friends, grab your family, put on those ugly Christmas sweaters, and bop around downtown Rockton for the ugliest fun all year.
    Downtown Rockton, 7pm – Close
  • Dueling PianosIt’s officially not Grandma’s Christmas Walk anymore. We’re bringing in Felix & Fingers Dueling Pianos to entertain us with some dueling piano fun! A cash bar will be available for those who need a little liquid encouragement to sing along in public. Tickets are $25 and required for entry. Purchase tickets here. Show will finish by 9 pm so attendees can participate in the Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl. Proceeds benefit updating the Village Green Park holiday decorations.
    American Center, 221 W. Main St,  Show start at 7pm with doors opening at 6 pm
  • A John Denver Christmas ConcertThe Old Stone Church is hosting a live concert of John Denver music featuring many of his holiday classics and other favorites. Guaranteed to warm your hearts. Free will donation.
    The Old Stone Church Sanctuary, 101 E. Union St., 7:30 pm 
SATURDAY EVENTS – Dec. 4th
  • Pancake Breakfast with SantaThe Rockton Lions Club annual pancake breakfast with special guest – Santa! $5
    American Center, 221 W. Main St.   7 am – 11 am 
  • Craft and Bake SaleHoliday crafts galore and baked goods for sale until they run out!
    Rockton United Methodist Church, 102 W. Chapel St.,   9 am – 5 pm
  • Christmas at Whitman'sStep back in time to the 1800s with a visit to the Macktown Living History Center. The store will be open for viewing and holiday gift buying from 11 am – 4pm. Don’t miss the ornament-making activity from 11 am – 1 pm! Come dusk, the path from the visitors center to the Whitman’s will be lit, and at 7 pm visitors can gather around a bonfire with caroling, hot cocoa and cookies.
    Macktown Living History Center, 2221 Freeport Rd. 11 am – 7 pm
  • River City Sound Chorus Sweet AdelinesThe River City Sound Chorus Sweet Adelines will be serenading us with holiday tunes at Settlers Park! Listeners are welcome to bring a lawn chair to sit back, relax and enjoy the entire performance in comfort. A limited amount of benches and picnic table seating will also be available, or just enjoy as you wait for Santa and your horse carriage rides!
    Settlers Park 11 am – 1 pm
  • Put Your Christmas Greeting in the NewsHave your Christmas greeting published in Rockton-Roscoe News. It might even get mentioned by an emcee during the Lighted Parade!
    Village Hall, 110 E. Main St. 10am-5pm
  • Make 'n TakesMake this holiday memorable with “Coco the Christmas Penguin”! All materials included to paint your very own 4.5″ ceramic penguin. Walk-ins welcome.
    Jill Rae Finally Art, 210 W. Main St. 11am – 3pm
  • Take it Then Make it KitsMake this holiday memorable with take home kits that include all materials needed for you and yours to create a lovely holiday keepsake like ornaments, paintings, gnomes, and snow globes and create a new family tradition.
    Jill Rae Finally Art, 210 W. Main St. 11am – 4pm
  • Letters to SantaStop by Edward Jones Financial Advisor – Brenda Brugger’s office to write those letters to Santa while you wait for carriage rides. Brenda’s office is warm and cozy, and she has the official Santa’s mailbox right out front of her door so you won’t forget to mail that letter. The mailbox will stay up through Dec. 24, so don’t hesitate to drop off your letters if you want to make sure Santa gets those wishlists!
    Edward Jones – Brenda Brugger, 167 Hawick Street, 12-4 pm
  • Pictures with SantaPhotos with Santa. Free! This year, Santa will be at the Settlers Park gazebo.
    Settlers Park, 150 E. Hawick Street 12pm-4pm
  • Horse Drawn Carriage RidesThe tradition continues. Horse drawn carriages will be at the Christmas walk in the afternoon. You can board your free ride at Sanctuary Spa on E. Hawick Street.
    Settlers Park 12-4pm
  • Ornament MakingMake an ornament at Healing Touch Acupuncture while you wait for your horse and carriage ride!
    Healing Touch Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, 179 Hawick St.  12 pm – 4 pm
  • Hot Chocolate SpoonsAdult and kid-friendly! Stop by the Mix to make hot chocolate stir spoons.
    The Mix, 151 Hawick Street, 1-3 pm
  • CYT Chicago (Rockford Area) Presents A Christmas CarolCYT Chicago shows are appropriate for the entire family and are an excellent way to introduce children to the arts! Discount ticket coupon code: CYTChristmas. Purchase tickets here. 
    Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem St., 2 pm
  • Lighting of the Park with S'more-the-Size-of-Your-Fist-RoastingStarting at 3 pm, Sugar Britches will have a s’mores roasting station, then, the South Beloit Middle School choir will be treating us to some carols at 4 pm. This festive location will then turn nice and bright with the official lighting of the park at 5 pm.
    Village Green Park, 100 E. Chapel St., 3-5pm 
  • Lighted Christmas ParadeThe long-awaited return of the Lighted Parade down Main Street! The parade will begin at the intersection of Main and Center St. and continue east along Main St., finishing at Hononegah High School.
    Downtown Rockton, 6 pm
  • CYT Chicago (Rockford Area) Presents A Christmas CarolCYT Chicago shows are appropriate for the entire family and are an excellent way to introduce children to the arts! Discount ticket coupon code: CYTChristmas. Purchase tickets here. 
    Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem St., 7pm
  • Rockton Lions Wimpy's Fund AuctionJoin the Rockton Lions Club in their biggest Wimpy’s Fund fundraiser all year. All proceeds go to purchasing Christmas dinners and presents for area families in need. Click here for the full Wimpy’s Fund history.
    In person at the American Center, 221 W. Main St. immediately following the Lighted Parade conclusion.
    Online – click here to view baskets starting Nov. 23.
SUNDAY EVENTS – Dec. 5th
  • Painting with SantaJoin Erica’s Board Creations for their very first character event with Characters 2 Life & Stateline Kids! They will have pictures with Santa, face painting by Santa’s elf, balloon animals, & board painting for child AND parent!!! This will sell out fast so make sure to grab your tickets!!! Sign up here.
    Erica’s Board Creations, 122 S. Prairie St.  9 am – 11 am
  • Take it Then Make it KitsMake this holiday memorable with take home kits that include all materials needed for you and yours to create a lovely holiday keepsake like ornaments, paintings, gnomes, and snow globes and create a new family tradition.
    Jill Rae Finally Art, 210 W. Main St. 11am – 4pm
  • Hot Cocoa CrawlHot Cocoa Crawl – Family-friendly. This event returns to in-person in downtown Rockton this year. Each ticket entitles you to a commemorative mug and sample pours of hot chocolate at 5+ different locations all within walking distance. Purchase Hot Cocoa Crawl Tickets Here
    Village Hall, 110 E. Main St.  1 pm – 3:30 pm
  • Put Your Christmas Greeting in the NewsHave your Christmas greeting published in Rockton-Roscoe News.
    Village Hall, 110 E. Main St. 1pm-4pm
  • CYT Chicago (Rockford Area) Presents A Christmas CarolCYT Chicago shows are appropriate for the entire family and are an excellent way to introduce children to the arts! Discount ticket coupon code: CYTChristmas. Purchase tickets here. 
    Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 

In the Gallery:

Paint Coco the Christmas Penguin
Saturday, 11-3pm
Take Then Make Kits
Available all weekend long
Enter a Raffle to win an original Pastel Painting.

Small Business Saturday, November 27th

Shop Small on Saturday , November 27th and support your local downtown while you discover unique, handmade items sure to make your holiday giving more personable. Be sure to pick up some of the many Take It, Then Make It kits that the gallery has to offer. They're great as gifts, as a special project with someone special or to make yourself. 

When you're in be sure to take a picture with our 6 foot nutcracker, Leonardo and post it to our Facebook page.  We'll be picking a name randomly from them to win a deluxe basket full of several of our take home art kits. You will also want to enter our drawing to win a $25 gift certificate to use on any item in the gallery.
​Settler's Park Rockton, Il
Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 10 AM CDT
Tickets · $30
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-rockton-race-4th-annual-tickets-156936283649
Public  · Anyone on or off Facebook
It's back! Scavenger hunting, clue solving, feats of skill & daring - all bundled into Rockton's downtown.
Get together a team of 2-6 people for a few hours of friendly competition. Teams will be sent throughout downtown Rockton in a quest for new ways to publicly humiliate themselves. Search for clues, answer tough questions, perform feats of skill (and luck) all in hopes of winning prizes, bragging rights and potentially a trophy - but don't get your hopes up.
Cost is $30 per team and includes participation fee, start-up supplies and a survival kit
​The FotoArt of Craig Miller Artist's Talk
August 7th 
11am to 12:30pm

The Rockton Sidewalk Sale

July 17, 10AM to 5PM
​Join us for our semi-annual sale. It doesn't happen often but twice a year we put offer 15% off everything in the gallery, except classes and the day's Make'n Take! Many of our artists have added an additional 10% to offer 25% off their works. This offer is for in store purchases only.
 The FotoArt of Craig Miller, Opening Reception 10 -2PM
Art Demos: Jean Apgar, Beaded Works 11 - 12:30PM
                      Cassie Branecki, Polymer Clay 1-2:30PM
Make'n Take, Ceramic Figurine 10 - 3PM

Small Business Saturday, November 28th

​The first 25 purchases of $15 or more will receive an "Our Gratitude" bag

It's our way of thanking you for supporting us and the JR Finally Art Gallery through this difficult year. Enjoy a few items that we have made with you in mind.  Each bag will have a value of $30 or more. There will be an additional 11 bags for the first people to spend $30 or more which with some truly wonder gifts. ​
We thank you and wish you peace and health during this
holiday season and throughout the New Year.

Watercolor Painting with Jean Apgar for Kids

Painted Pumpkin Pandemonium

ZOOM BRACELET CLASS

Downtown Rockton Sidewalk Sale

Join us for our semi-annual sale. It doesn't happen often but twice a year we put offer 15% off everything in the gallery! Many of our artists have added an additional 10% to offer 25% off their works. This offer is for in store purchases only.

Fathers Day gifts are here!!!

Are you struggling to find that perfect gift for dad?
We've got you covered! ​

The Gallery has so many wonderful gifts that dad will absolutely love. Order online and have it shipped to your home or select curbside pickup. If you have questions or need a personal shopper, be sure to text us between Noon and 3pm Tuesday through Saturday. We will help you find that special something that dad won't be able to stop talking about.

​In order to get items by fathers day, all orders must be placed by 2pm on Friday June 12th. Any orders placed after 2pm will not be shipped or available for pickup until June 23rd.

Curbside pickup is back just in time for Mothers Day!!!

We are very excited to announce that as of May 1st curbside pickup is back. Though were not able to have people in the shop just yet, we are so happy to be able to offer our personal shopping service. The gallery has a lot of great gift ideas, all unique and hand made by local artists. We have jewelry, pottery, wood turning, bags, lamps, mosaic art, cards, pet apparel, prints, original paintings and much more. While we offer online shopping, we understand that sometimes it can be hard to find that perfect gift when theres a screen between you and the items. Fret no more. Contact us at the shop and we will ask a couple questions, send a couple pictures, and pair you with the perfect one of a kind gift that will be cherished for years to come.
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We are adding to the online shop daily. Make sure you check back often so you don't miss out on the perfect gift for mom!
Personal shopper available from Noon -3pm Tuesday through Saturday

Join us on Facebook!

One of Rockton's most valuable assets, the Rock river attracts a large variety of birds and animals each year. Some call the river home, some are just stopping in as they continue on their migration route. It is said that the American White Pelican first came to the Rock River in 2005 in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Since then they have returned to the river each year. 

Join us on the Pelican page for updates from the locals, fun projects, and upcoming events. Unfortunately, we will not be able to hold our pelican event at the end of may but we hope to be able to celebrate these magnificent creatures in the near future. Stay tuned...

You asked and Sandy delivered!

As of April 16, 2020 JR finally art now sells masks!
What a day, we sold out in the first couple hours. Don't worry though there are more on the way! Sandy has been working very hard at trying to make sure everyone who needs a mask is able to get one. 

Thank you sandy for all of your hard work!

Thank you ALL for your continued support!

Were Trying Something New

We here at JR Finally art love to boast about our talented artist friends. We've decided to give them some extra Social Distancing TLC during this time because...lets face it, who doesn't need a little extra love right now.

This week we're featuring one of our dear friends Laura Budzien who is a Perfusionist for two of our local hospitals. When she's not busy saving lives, Laura uses her downtime to create incredible sterling silver jewelry. Her work is incredible. Make sure you check out our facebook page so you can see Lauras hard work. 

Thank you for all of your hard work Laura.
​You are a true gem and we love you!

The Box
Watercolors by Jean Apgar
Reception March 7, 2020.   1-3 PM
In describing the theme of the paintings, Ms. Apgar said:  
“The Box:  It was always there, coming home with my father during my childhood.  It fulfilled its function over the years, containing and carrying objects, food and beverages. Eventually, it went to college with us upon our marriage and stayed with us through each move and change, continuing with its primary function – containing objects. One day, as it held two stuffed animals, light entered into the box that enhanced and enlivened both box and contents – almost demanding to be painted. So, I painted it and continued to find the ordinary objects of life to put in the box. Family heirlooms, toys, pieces of everyday life – they were contained and reinterpreted. What would you put in the box?”
Jean's Opening was well attended. It was wonderful visiting with everyone. Paintings were sold. The show will be extended until further notice to allow others the chance to see it.

Once upon a Dream in Rockton
March 1, 2020   1-4 PM

We Met the Tinker Fairy!!!

This event was so much fun! It was so wonderful to see all of our local princesses and superheroes. Everyone looked AMAZING! Tink would love to see pictures of all of her new friends before she returns to pixie hollow. Please share your pictures on our Facebook Page to show her how much we love her.

A big thank you to Once Upon a Dream for participating in this event and making this event extra magical.
The festival where the abominable snow people of Rockton (and their friends) come out to enjoy snow sculpting, yeti hunting, ice skating (fingers crossed), dog sled mushing, yeti special eating, drinking (including onesie pub crawling) and buying!

Watch amazing snow sculptures being carved starting Wednesday, Jan. 29 at Settlers Park with sculptures finishing on Saturday, Feb. 1. Visit on Friday and Saturday to vote for your favorite sculpture.

The Yeti Scavenger Hunt will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29 and run through Saturday, Feb. 1 during participating businesses open hours those four days.

Giant Community Snow Fort: Starting Wednesday, Jan. 29, head to Settlers Park to do your part in building the largest snow fort Rockton has ever seen! A limited amount of snow fort-making brick forms will be available, but please feel free to bring your own supplies.

Free Spirit Sled Demo Team will be there on Friday night from 6 - 8 pm for the first time this year! "Mushing" demos are set for 6:30 and 7:30 pm.

The crowd-favorite Yeti Hunt is at Settlers Park on Friday night from 7 - 8 pm.

Onesie Pub Crawl: Onesies not required by highly encouraged! No cost to participate, just pick up a stamp card at one of the participating locations and get started. Starts at 7 pm on Friday, Feb. 1.

Hot Cocoa Crawl! Saturday from 1-4 pm. Advance tickets required which can be purchased through the individual Facebook event or in person at Village Hall. $10 and includes commemorative mug and spoon.
Yeti Make'n Take

Join us Saturday, February 1st at  JR Finally Art to paint this friendly Yeti.
More info to follow
11AM - 3:30PM

Galentine's Day


Februarty 13th, 6 - 9PM

Grab your gal pals for a fun night of celebrating friends.
Join us for the 2nd annual Galentine’s Day! There will be drinks, prizes and a celebration of women through the streets of downtown Rockton. Each shop will feature there own special. Take vintage photos with your friends, enjoy a wine and chocolate tasting, special drinks, special events, special people.

JR Finally Art will host  Make'n Takes

Alcohol Ink Workshops

 Book a workshop with Jill Rae Finally Art for your Art Guild or group today.

Spring Art Scene

April 15th & 16th, 2016
317 Studio & Gallery

Unforgettable Art
13th Annual Affair for Alzheimers

April 23rd, 2016
I must give photo credits to the talented (and very nice) photographer, Jon Lambert at: http://jtlambert.smugmug.com/Art
Some are my photos too.

Taste
Delight Your Senses and Feed Your Soul​

May 7, 2016
​McEachram Homestead Winery
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