This weekend in Beloit, WI

Set in downtown Janesville’s Town Square, this weekly farmers market brings together area growers, artisans, and neighbors to share seasonal foods, handmade creations, and local entertainment. Vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked treats, eggs, honey, herbs, and plants, along with cut flowers, soaps, hand cream, jewelry, art, and other seasonal items. WI FoodShare/SNAP using EBT or Quest cards is accepted, and WIC and Senior FMNP vouchers are welcome for purchases of fresh produce.

At Beloit Farmers Market, visitors can sip freshly squeezed orange juice or a smoothie, enjoy corn on the cob with a Mexican style option, and choose from a full menu. The market also features a range of vendors and music.

The eighth annual motorcycle rally is held in honor of fallen Rockford, Illinois Police Officer Jaimie Cox and benefits the Jaimie Cox Foundation, a local nonprofit established in 2019. Proceeds from the ride support the foundation's efforts to assist veterans, first responders, and underprivileged youth.

Enjoy an End of Summer Sale with discounts throughout the entire store. Weather permitting, sidewalk sales will take place outside. All clothing items are priced at $1, and all other merchandise is marked down between 50% and 90%.

Experience an outdoor yoga class led by Amie Bier as part of the Garden Movement Series, created to support wellness for body, mind, and spirit in a natural setting. When you arrive, staff will direct you to the class location. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to complete the required waiver so the session can begin on time. Online registration closes the day before each session, after that call 608-752-3885 to check availability. If there is room, you may pay on site. If you registered in advance, check in at the admissions desk before entering the gardens. Hosted at Rotary Botanical Gardens, the cost is $7 for RBG members and $12 for non-members.

Now in its fifth year, this poker run brings riders together for a day of camaraderie and community. Expect raffle baskets, custom art, vendors, and more, plus over $2,000 in tattoo gift certificates. Entry is $20 per rider and $10 for a passenger who is playing or for an extra ticket. This year’s designated charity is The American Stroke Foundation, selected in honor of the organizer’s father.

Summer continues at the August Outdoor Market at Hidden Treasures Mall & Antiques, featuring 50 plus vendors with vintage finds, handmade goods, and décor. Browse pieces for dorms, lockers, and classrooms, along with items that bring cozy fall vibes, all within a relaxed community atmosphere. Food trucks Sizzlin’ Suzies and DSO’s Texas Style BBQ will be on site, and DJ Stix It To The Man provides music throughout the market. Vendors sign up in store at Hidden Treasures only, with no spots sold through comments or messages.

A Riftbound Constructed event focused on competitive play with best-of-three matches. Decks include 40 cards with up to three copies of any unique card, plus one Legend, three Battlefields, and twelve Runes. An optional sideboard of up to eight cards may be used between games and must follow normal deck construction limits. Entry is $10. Prize support grows with attendance, with two packs from the current set added to the pool for every registered player. Each participant receives one booster and a Nexus Night pack while supplies last, and the remaining packs are awarded to the top finishers.

A book signing with copies available to purchase on site. Each purchase includes an autograph and a photo opportunity, allowing attendees to leave with a personalized keepsake.

KFAD presents its inaugural Broadway Bingo fundraiser, blending live entertainment, interactive bingo, great food, prizes, and a spirit of community. This twist on the classic game features performers from across the community sharing Broadway-inspired numbers while the audience plays with custom bingo cards filled with musical theater songs, shows, characters, and more. Each performance can bring players closer to a win, with prize drawings and raffles adding to the excitement. The evening welcomes theater lovers, former theater kids, bingo enthusiasts, and anyone seeking music, laughter, and memorable moments. Admission options include Dinner with an Italian buffet plus the event for $40, which provides dinner, show admission, and one bingo card, or Event Only for $10, which includes show admission and one bingo card. Additional bingo cards are available for $10 each.

Good & Company, featuring Josh Calhoun, Neil Lubke, and Brian Matteson, performs at Sneakers Sports Bar & Grill in Janesville.

Settle into a restorative sound session focused on releasing what no longer serves and welcoming frequencies of love, peace, and healing. Jim and Kelly play together with clear intention, guiding participants into deep rest while stress eases and the mind, body, and spirit are supported through immersive sound. Comfort items are provided, including a zero gravity recliner, blanket, eye mask, and water. The sound healing studio is on the main floor and offers a small, cozy, intimate setting. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Unwind in the peaceful setting of the gardens with a slow, restorative Yin Yoga class guided by Theresa Mannion, owner of Bloom Organic Hair Salon. The practice centers on longer-held postures that invite deep relaxation and mindful awareness. Yin Yoga targets the body’s connective tissues to support joint mobility, increase flexibility, boost circulation, and ease stress by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system. It also encourages mental endurance, mindfulness, and emotional balance. Suitable for every experience level, including complete beginners. Part of the Garden Movement Series, this outdoor wellness offering takes place amid the natural beauty of Rotary Botanical Gardens. Please bring your own yoga mat. Plan a little extra time on arrival to complete a required waiver and check in at the admissions desk before heading into the gardens. Participants are asked to exit the gardens after the session concludes. Registration is available online, in person at the Garden Gift Gallery, or by phone, and walk-in payment may be accepted if space remains. Cost is $7 for RBG Members and $12 for Non-Members.