Ferragosto Rockford

Friday, Aug. 26

Join the Rockford Alumni Club and your fellow Huskies while supporting NIU during an exciting evening with music and entertainment on Saturday, Aug. 26.

Enjoy delicious Italian food, a Huskie-themed drink special, enchanting entertainment including the Amici Italian dancers, giveaways, a bean-bag competition and more! You won't want to miss the opportunity to hear the NIU Jazztet from 6-8 p.m., under the direction of Reggie Thomas, as they perform a mix of classic jazz, American songbook standards and original music.

This event will take place on Lino's patio space, Piazza de Battista. A portion of the food and beverage purchases will go to support NIU scholarships and Rockford Promise.

Music Lineup: 

4-6 p.m. - The Vince Chiarelli Band
6-8 p.m. - NIU Jazztet, under the direction of Reggie Thomas
8-10 p.m. - Espinosa & Coffey 

Questions? Please contact Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, Liz McKee, M.S.Ed. ’14, at 815-753-7400 or lmckee1@niu.edu.