March 12, 2025. Vol. 32. No. 42. RockRiverTimes.com.
Flower Flash installations go up in advance of Art in Bloom: Art in Bloom returns for the ninth year with an imaginative display of live florals and other organic materials by local designers based on selections from Rockford Art Museum’s permanent collection. Art in Bloom is on view Thursday, April 10th through Sunday, April 13th from 10 AM to 5 PM. Tickets to view Art in Bloom are $10 ($5 for RAM members) and are available to purchase at the door. A first look at this year’s designs will take place at the ticketed Preview Party happening Wednesday, April 9th from 6-8 PM at Rockford Art Museum. This event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and wine from Abreo and provides attendees the opportunity to speak directly with the designers. Tickets are $55 and must be purchased in advance (rockfordartmuseum.org/events). About Fashion in Bloom The eighth annual Fashion in Bloom returns with Cocktails and Living Couture. Featuring fashions from B Jones and fresh floral accessories and couture created by local florists. We’re excited for the fashion show to happen inside of the current exhibition, Impressionists: Immersive Exhibition—the backdrop of larger-than-life Impressionist art and projections will make this a can’t miss event! Guests will also enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Tickets are $125 and must be purchased in advance at rockfordartmuseum.org/events.