Rockford Park District cancels some activities due to heat - WREX.com – Rockford’s News Leader

The Rockford Park District has changed some programs and activities due to Tuesday's oppressive heat.

The following programs and activities have been affected for Tuesday, July 17:

• NFL Flag and Cheer practices - canceled
• Tots Camp - canceled (will be made up; date to be announced)
• Lockwood Park Riding Lessons - canceled
• Time 2 Play Summer Playground program at Ridge, Churchill, Bloom School, Beattie Playground, Harmon, and Fair Grounds Parks - canceled
• Time 2 Play Summer Playground program at Keye-Mallquist and Wantz Parks - closing at 1:00 p.m.

The Park District is also offering an opportunity to stay cool this summer at the Carlson Ice Arena. The indoor skating rink is open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. The ice arena is located at 4150 North Perryville Road in Loves Park.

For more information on weather cancellations and program changes, visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org.