1. Stop by Lockwood Park for a film on the big screen
Flix on the Farm will take place at 7:45 pm. Friday at Lockwood Park, 5201 Safford Road, Rockford. “Star Wars: A New Hope” will be shown on a large outdoor screen. Sound from the movie will be transmitted to car radios. The parking lot will open and the Children s Animal Barn will open one hour prior to the movie start time. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Cost: $12 per vehicle. For information: gorockford.com.
2. Take part in outdoor activities at Klehm Arboretum
Go Public Garden Days will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St., Rockford. Activities will include free daily admission, a spring smartphone tour and scavenger hunt, assorted children s activity kits, an educational webinar Mini Meadows and a Botanica presentation and workshop. Free admission. For information: klehm.org/go-public-gardens-days.