David J. Anderson

Encouraging New Ideas at Anderson Japanese Gardens, Community Guy, Volunteer & Family Man

[Anderson Gardens @AndersonGardens]

Garden Explorers, Thursday mornings at 9:00 AM. This week's reader is Carla Redd, Rockford Illinois Police Department Chief of Police, followed by Todd Downing Children's Music's Silly Songs & Tall Tales.

Free to kids and their parents, grandparents, or guardians.

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Wishing you peace and inspiration - Merry Christmas!

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

Love seeing all the caroling groups from schools across our area.

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Thank you to all of the caroling groups, like Friday's Kinnikinnick Chorus, for bringing such joy to #AndersonGardensIlluminated.

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Powdery touch on the early evening hours of #AndersonGardensIlluminated

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

It’s fun seeing longtime Garden enthusiasts & first time visitors experience the magic of @AndersonGardens in the winter - at NIGHT! Thank you to all our sponsors & community partners who make this festive outdoor getaway a reality! #GoRockford @EnjoyIllinois

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Now open, Thursday through Sunday! Experience Anderson Gardens in a new light. See the pathways and trees glowing with thousands of lights. Order from Woodfire Pizza or a nightly food truck, and sip hot cocoa by the fire.

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@MichaelEinziger Love it!

[Michael Einziger @michaeleinziger]

Modern Rocking ❤️

[Boylan Catholic @BoylanCatholic]

Way to go, Titans! You made it through exam week!
After a long semester, be sure to take the next two weeks to not only spend time with loved ones and celebrate Christmas, but to also take time to rest and recuperate.
Enjoy your Christmas break and we'll see you on January 4th!

[Boylan Choir @boylanchoir]

Octaves had a great time caroling at the opening of Winter Lightscapes at @AndersonGardens! What a beautiful evening! 💚💛🎶❄️🎄

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

For the first time in @AndersonGardens 40+ year history, the Garden will be open during the wintertime for everyone to enjoy. This holiday light experience will be open daily from 3:30 – 8:00 PM starting Friday, December 3.

@GoRockford #RockfordIL

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[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

@MorganKolkmeyer Hello from Rockford! Yes, heavy snow for a moment but only minimal accumulation. Here’s a photo from my office @AndersonGardens

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@LinneaBngtsson Ahhh... Carl Milles... Love his work!

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The fall colors at @AndersonGardens provide a stunning backdrop for special occasion photography. We invite guests to take senior & engagement photos, birth announcements & family portraits every Wed from 2-5P during Oct. Regular admission rates apply. https://t.co/vWh8hGTTsS

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

@AndersonGardens opened for the season this morning. A young lady from McHenry, IL was our first guest of the decade. Thank you, Kailey, and the many other guests who I spoke to who drove a significant distance to visit. @GoRockford @EnjoyIllinois #RockfordIL #JapaneseGarden

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

I think this might be worthy of becoming a @Microsoft365
screensaver. It's hard to believe this photo was taken less than two weeks ago. Photo courtesy of my younger brother. Thanks, Jeff! @AndersonGardens @GoRockford #JapaneseGarden @EnjoyIllinois #RockfordIL

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

@AndersonGardens is winding down another great season. But it isn't over yet! Last night the @RRStar cast yet another ripple into the headlines by announcing AJG received top honors in two What Rocks categories. Thank you for your continued support of Anderson Japanese Gardens!

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

How is this for breathtaking? @AndersonGardens season has been extended thru Sunday, November 10. Garden open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

@GoRockford #RockfordIL

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

JUST ANNOUNCED: @AndersonGardens is extending its season through Sunday, November 10. We will be open regular hours until #DaylightSavingTime. Starting Sunday, November 3, the Garden will close at 4:30 PM.

@GoRockford @EnjoyIllinois #JapaneseGarden #RockfordIL

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

The Garden colors are near their peak, creating the perfect backdrop for your special moment photography. Portraits in the Garden continues this afternoon. All photography sitting fees are waived from 3:00 – 6:00 PM. @AndersonGardens @GoRockford #RockfordIL #Portraits

[David J. Anderson @TheRealDJA]

@AndersonGardens welcomes the North America Japanese Garden Association (#NAJGA) regional conference. #JapaneseGarden experts from across the country arrive today to share insights on best-in-class techniques & gardener safety. @GoRockford @EnjoyIllinois #RockfordIL