# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Families, Food & Connections

Join us for a meaningful morning of food, culture, and connection!

May 2, 2026
11:00 AM
St. John United Church of Christ
1010 South Park Blvd.
Freeport, IL 61032

Bring your family and come together with community partners to prepare freezer-ready meals, share cultural traditions, and build lasting connections.

What to Expect:
• Prepare freezer-ready meals to take home
• Contribute to a multi-cultural community cookbook
• Enjoy meaningful conversations
• Learn about local food resources & community supports
• Child-friendly activities available

Spanish translation provided

All are welcome!
We especially encourage families to share a recipe—traditional, modern, or inspired by your heritage.

Limited to 50 spots – registration required!

Register here:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36691872&appointmentType=88806305

For more information, contact:

Bekah Randecker
Family Engagement Specialist
(815) 599-8435
rrandecker@stephensoncountyil.gov

We can’t wait to cook, connect, and build community with you!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/freeport/families-food-and-connections-stephenson-county/200029721412434
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 37

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Freeport
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1010 S Park Blvd, Freeport, IL 61032-4657, United States
- **lat**: 42.28909
- **long**: -89.65225
- **full address**: 1010 S Park Blvd, Freeport, IL 61032-4657, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/38ba71a703a3217d984fffce5debd95997967d5ded54fc27a43bcaa925f8922c-rimg-w1200-h675-dca1e0d1-gmir?v=1775974469

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County being held?
  - **A:** Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 1010 S Park Blvd, Freeport, IL 61032-4657, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County?
  - **A:** Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County is organized by All Our Kids - Northwest Illinois.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Freeport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Families, Food, & Connections: Stephenson County sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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