On Tuesday, March 10, 2026 the Rockford Public Library in partnership with the Winnebago County Health Department’s Trauma Informed Community Workgroup will be offering a free film viewing of “Paper Tigers.” A discussion on the impact of trauma and how to build resiliency in our community will follow. Panelist include representatives from the Rockford Public School District 205, Alignment Rockford, and a local health center.
This viewing is part of the 2026 Trauma Film Series which takes place the first Tuesday of every month through June at the JR Sullivan Theater at RPL’s Nordlof Center at 118 N. Main Street in Rockford.
Health Department News
Extreme Heat
Dangerous heat is expected in Winnebago County on Monday, July 27. When heat is this extreme, the risk of severe heat illness is more likely.
July 27, 2026
