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4 PARKS & RECREATION 22 Starved Rock State Park • 4-7 • 12-14 • 15 • 17 I&M Canal State Trail • 17 Additional Parks • 19

Chills & Thrills • 8-9 Tourism and Winter Gatherings • 10 Emergency Information • 1 Hiking Tips • 16 31 Golf Courses • 18 Crafting Quality & Coffee Shops • 25 Lifting Spirits • 22-24 Wineries, & Breweries • 25 State Park Trail Maps and the Farmers Markets • 25 LaSalle County Scenic Drives and Attractions Map • 27-30 Festivals and Shows • 26 Westclox - Then & Now • 31 Historic Homes • 32 14 Fun Activities To Memorials • 33 Do Outdoors • 38-39 Museums, Landmarks, and TBM Avengers • 40 Visitor Centers • 34-35 Calendar of Events • 41-49 Directory • 51-55

Opt-In to the Enjoy LaSalle County E-newsletter on the visitor guide page LET’S and stay informed on upcoming events. CONNECT! Currently only 5 per year. Visit enjoylasallecounty.com for details, up-to-date events, and enjoylasallecounty additional information.

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 3 A cedar waxwing ©[email protected]

A red-spotted purple butterfly ©instagram.com/hawaiianfreckles

An aerial view of Starved Rock State Park Bluebells in Illinois Canyon ©facebook.com/jpk3photos

oted the #1 attraction in Illinois, Starved Part of the history of Starved Rock State VRock State Park is one of the premier Park and its surrounding area is in the leg- publicly held natural areas in all of Illinois. acy of its Native American roots. For 10,000 The park has eighteen distinct canyons years, Native American tribes called the that were formed out of St. Peter sandstone area home. The fertile land of Plum Island by glacial melting and the Illinois River. was an ideal place to farm , beans, Starved Rock State Park, Visitor Center, and other vegetables. The land was also and Lodge offer a large variety of activi- prime hunting ground with bison, wild tur- ties for you to enjoy, including self-guided key, deer, beaver, and other animals popu- and guided hikes, boating, camping, trolley lating the area. Today, and deer tours, events, live shows, dining, shopping, still thrive in the park and you can also see and much, much more. evidence of beaver activity on trees along A male cardinal ©[email protected]

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VISITOR CENTER • 2678 EAST 873RD ROAD • OGLESBY STARVEDROCKSTATEPARK.ORG • STARVEDROCKLODGE.COM 815-667-4726

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the river bank today. However, since bison have not run wild in the area for the great- er part of the last 200 years, you will have to visit the two resident American bison at Buffalo Rock State Park nearby to see one. To find out more on Starved Rock, visit the Starved Rock Visitor Center.

For more information, visit starvedrock- statepark.org and starvedrocklodge.com and start planning your getaway today!

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Wildcat Canyon ©flickr.com/photos/nikon66

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Fall Colors

Autumn in LaSalle County is bursting with If you would like to learn about basic tree color. The landscape is dressed to impress. identification, how leaves change color, and The forest is dappled with red, orange, and the history and geology of Starved Rock, yellow. The fallen leaves create a colorful join one of the free guided hikes on October carpet on the ground. Leaf piles bring much 21 - 22, 2017, during Fall Colors Weekend. delight to the young and young at heart. If you would like to take a longer guided What are your plans for the season? Take hike, Starved Rock Lodge offers a variety of some time to enjoy the colors of fall. The guided hikes throughout the year. county’s parks and nature areas are great places to experience the joys and beauty of the season.

Kaskaskia Canyon ©jackienovakphotography.com

Waterfalls

In Starved Rock, the majority of the canyons boast waterfalls, but the most popular can be found in St. Louis, French, Tonty, LaSalle, Ottawa, and Kaskaskia Canyons. Waterfalls in Starved Rock are seasonal and dependent upon precipitation. The best times to view waterfalls are in the spring and after heavy rainfall. Don’t fret if you visit during a dry Ottawa Canyon season; the canyons are amazing year-round ©jackienovakphotography.com and worth the trip.

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Tonty Canyon ©lapstrake.blogspot.com

8 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Chills& Thrills Icefalls

Like the intricacy and beauty of every snow- splendor to the forest and canyons that you flake, every icefall is unique and varies from might not see in the dense foliage of sum- year to year as the melting precipitation mer. With less to hide behind in the winter, drips down to the surface below. The icefalls wildlife tends to be easier to spot as well. develop as layer upon layer of icicles form a column or a wall of ice. Guided hikes are available throughout the year in Starved Rock State Park through the In Starved Rock State Park, there are icefalls Visitor Center and Lodge. During the winter in the many of the canyons, but the most months you will hike to spectacular icefalls popular icefalls are found in the St. Louis, and watch the eagles soar and feed. You can French, Wildcat, Tonty, LaSalle, Hennepin, call ahead to find out if icefalls are present Ottawa, and Kaskaskia Canyons. Icefalls can as they are dependent on precipitation and also be found in Matthiessen State Park at freezing temperatures. Lake Falls and Cascade Falls. Eagle Watching If you love waterfalls, the icefalls are even more amazing to see and are a reason to get With a wingspan of six to eight feet, there Ice climbing in Wildcat Canyon out and about in the winter. Bundle up, wear is nothing more majestic than to experience ©yourphotoworld.com YakTrax for greater traction on the snow and an American Bald Eagle firsthand in the ice and get out and enjoy the beauty of win- wild. As rivers and lakes begin to freeze up ter in LaSalle County. north, the eagles begin to make their journey south. Large flocks of eagles migrate to the Ice Climbing area in search of open water to feed. When it gets really cold, the trees on Plum Island and If you love adventure, you might want to Leopold Island can often be found teeming give ice climbing a try. While rock climbing with eagles. With the dam nearby, the loca- is strictly prohibited in Starved Rock State tion is ideal for finding fish as the turbulent Park due to the fragile nature of the St. Peter water keeps the surface from freezing. sandstone, ice climbing is permissible when conditions allow. You can get a bird’s eye view from the top of Starved Rock, Eagle Cliff, or Lover’s Leap When circumstances are right, there are var- to see them soaring. For closer views, head ious canyons with grand icefalls; however, to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center near ice climbing is only allowed in four canyons: the Starved Rock Lock and Dam. Wildcat, Tonty, LaSalle, and Ottawa. All climbers must have a partner and must sign Bundle up and don’t forget to bring your in and out at the park office. Equipment is camera and binoculars. If you don’t have not available at the park, so be sure to bring binoculars of your own, they are loaned out your own or find a climbing service that pro- in the Starved Rock Visitor Center by leaving vides the proper gear with the lesson. your driver’s license.

To verify if conditions are safe for climb- A special Eagle Watch Weekend takes place ing, to get permission to climb or for more every January and will be held on January information,call 815-667-4726. 27th and 28th in 2018. Eagle Trolley Tours take place through the months of January Winter Hikes and February.

After a newly fallen snow, the commute to QUICK TIP: work may be frustrating, but the landscape The best time for viewing the eagles is late in the woods is as peaceful as it is beauti- December through March and they are most ful. Much like autumn leaves adorn the trees active between the hours of 7 & 9 in the with beauty, the blanket of snow adds a morning and between 4 & 5 in the evening.

Ice climber You can join a guided hike for free during Winter Wilderness Weekend on January 20th and 21st in 2018. ©Barbara Crew Free hikes depart from the Starved Rock Visitor Center.

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Winter St. Pat’s Parade Looking to get out of the house this winter? There are ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla many events that are worth getting out and about for.

Winter Wine Walk Chris Kringle Market

Looking for a day out with some friends or The Ottawa Chris Kringle Market is Otta- that special someone in your life? Utica’s wa’s version of the very popular Christ- Winter Wine Walk might be just what you kindlmarkets or German open air markets need. It is held every year on the 2nd Satur- held in Chicago and Naperville during the day in February. Make it a weekend getaway Christmas Season. for the perfect Valentine’s Day surprise. En- joy wine tasting, appetizers, and shopping The market will be held in Downtown Ot- as you make your way around downtown to tawa amidst historic architecture with the various locations. Tickets sell fast and a special Christmas season ambiance of are available at a discount if ordered early, thousands of Christmas lights, beautiful so be sure to order yours in advance. holiday decorations, brightly decorated Winter Wine Walk store windows, and Christmas music. The ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla St. Pat’s and Mardi Gras Parades Chris Kringle Market will have 20 vendor huts, featuring locally created works of art Parades aren’t just a seasonal activity in and small Christmas items hand crafted by LaSalle County. If you love parades and local artisans. Traditional German holiday celebrating, join the fun in Downtown Uti- foods, beverages, and baked goods will be ca. They host family-friendly parades in available along with hot, roasted chest- February and March for Mardi Gras and St. nuts, hot chocolate, and coffee. Other ac- Patrick’s Day. There are beads and candy for tivities will likely include carriage rides, the kids and parties are held in downtown the lighting of the live Ottawa Christmas businesses after the parades are over. tree, ice sculpting demonstrations, Holiday Farmers Market, Christmas at the Reddick For additional events, visit Mansion, and children’s activities – includ- enjoylasallecounty.com. ing the opportunity to see a live reindeer. See pickusottawail.com for details.

Chris Kringle Market ©Ottawa Visitor Center

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Lower Dells ©lapstrake.blogspot.com

MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK

2500 IL RT 178 • OGLESBY 815-667-4726

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atthiessen is a true gem in Illinois. MThe park’s beautiful rock formations, canyons, mineral springs, streams, seasonal waterfalls and icefalls, along with the Ver- milion River running through the park, are a genuine delight for the senses. Adding to the grandeur of the main canyon is a 45-foot drop between the Upper and Lower Dell. There are five miles of hiking trails for lei- sure walks or brisk hikes to lead you to these spectacular spots.

Cross-Country Skiing

If you love to ski or want to learn to use them on some gradually gradient slopes, Cross-Country Ski Weekend is February 3rd and 4th in 2018 at Matthiessen State Park. Lessons are available during this event.

Matthiessen is the perfect place to cross- country ski with its six miles of scenic trails to venture out on. Ski rentals are available in the Dells Area on weekends December through March. For details or to inquire about snow- fall, call 815-664-2484. Ice Cave formed by an icefall ©lapstrake.blogspot.com

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Spring in Matthiessen State Park bursts forth with A field of sunflowers pops of color welcoming the season. The magenta ©DoubleKImages.com and orange blossoms from the shooting star plants and columbine make their appearance along with the pastel shades of other blooming plants, such as spring beauty and hepatica.

A variety of birds and other wildlife can be found throughout the park. From rabbits, deer and raccoons to the flying squirrel and the bright blue Indigo Bun- ting, a chance encounter is sure to be a real treat.

With 1,938 acres, Matthiessen State Park also pro- vides a wide variety of activities throughout the year. The park is fairly unique in that it boasts nine miles of trails for mountain biking or horse- back riding as well. There is an equestrian camp- ground nearby for riders and their horses west of Route 178 between 71 and the Dells Area entrance.

There are also places to picnic in both the Dells and the Vermilion River areas. Tables, water fountains, shelters, grills, bathroom facilities, and a playground are available in one or both locations. For the hob- byist, there is a field archery range in the north- west portion near Deer Park Country Club and a ra- dio-controlled model airplane field in the Vermilion River Area. Near the field are sixty acres of sunflow- ers, which is a beautiful sight mid-summer.

Cascade Falls ©lapstrake.blogspot.com

14 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM BUFFALO ROCK STATE PARK

1300 NORTH 27TH ROAD • OTTAWA

Sunset at Buffalo Rock ©Charlie Bry 815-433-2220

uffalo Rock is a 298-acre park on a bluff grounds that were once created thousands Bwith trails and overlooks with magnifi- of years ago. The sculptures include a snake, cent views of the Illinois River. The bluff is turtle, catfish, frog, and water strider. rich in history as it was once home to the Illinois Tribe and visited by Louis Joliet and Buffalo Rock State Park has a variety of ame- Father Jacques Marquette as they traveled nities and activities, including picnic areas, the Illinois River. Buffalo Rock is also known hiking, biking, and cross-country ski trails, for being the location of a French trading bird watching, canoeing, baseball diamond, and missionary fort and centuries later in and snowmobiling by way of the I&M Canal the early 1900’s, it became the Crane Com- Access Point across the road from the park. pany’s employee sanatorium. Buffalo Rock also is home to two American One of the most prominent displays of out- bison that reside in the park across from the door sculpture anywhere is at Buffalo Rock baseball diamond. Stop in for a visit and en- in a collection called the “Effigy Tumuli,” joy the surroundings where many bison once which was executed by artist Michael Heiz- roamed freely hundreds of years ago. er. It was inspired by Native American burial

©Jeremy Reed

©Ottawa Visitor Center ©Ottawa Visitor Center

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 15 HIKING Come learn what made Westclox the largest manufacturer of keywound clocks in the world for nearly a century! Learn stories of the people who worked here, TIPS browse displays of numerous products, learn what caused the final demise of the plant that once employed more than 4,000 people.

Free Admission | Donation Based DRESS APPROPRIATELY Wear hiking shoes with good 320 5th Street, Suite 265 | Peru, IL 61354 traction and dress for the weather. 815.250.0617 | [email protected] Open 9am - 3pm MWF KEEP HYDRATED 10am - 2pm Saturday Your hike may take a while and can be quite a workout. Be sure to carry plenty of water and bring along a snack as well. Burgoo Festival • October 8, 2017 BE RESPONSIBLE Canal Markets • Every Sunday • May - September • 10AM-4 PM Keep the park looking its best. Throw your trash in a proper receptacle. Museum Campus Includes: 1848 Carry a backpack to hold your items Warehouse Museum, Aiken One-Room until you can throw them away. School House, Barn, Blacksmith Shop, Heritage Center, and Canal Market.

STAY CONNECTED Find us on Carry your phone in case you need to LaSalle County Historical Society Museum contact someone or call for help in and Lasalle County Burgoo Festival an emergency.

HIKE TOGETHER SATURDAY-SUNDAY 12-4 WITH EXPANDED SUMMER HOURS Hike with a friend or let someone 101 E. Canal Street • Utica • 816-667-4861 know your expected arrival, return, lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org and your planned route if hiking solo.

BE SAFE Avoid dangerous falls by remaining on marked trails. The ground may be unstable off trail due to the nature of the sandstone.

USE LEASHES Keep your pets safe too. Keep them on a leash at all times.

STAY DRY In some areas, your feet may get wet in rainy seasons due to run- off; however, please remember that wading and swimming are not permitted in the park.

BRING CARRIERS For infants and toddlers, it is best to wear a carrier, since strollers do not work well on most trails.

BE PREPARED Apply sunscreen and bug spray before beginning your hike. BUNDLE UP NO BULL For winter hiking, wear warm outerwear and be sure to wear YakTrax over your boots for greater traction on snow and ice. PickUs OTTAWA il.com

16 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM ILLINI STATE PARK 2660 EAST 2350TH ROAD • MARSEILLES 815-795-2448

ith its abundant wildlife and bordering the Illinois River, Illini State WPark was once home to the Illini Indian tribe. Today, LaSalle County birders mention this park as one of the best sites in the county for view- ing migrating vireos, warblers, thrushes, and other songbirds in fall.

Illini is a 510-acre park with a baseball field, a campground with 104 sites, and a boat ramp, along with areas for fishing, hiking, biking, and more. During the winter, you can trek the cross-country skiing trails and enjoy sledding on the hills. A shelter is available to warm up after hours of fun.

At the far west end of the park stands a living monument, which cele- brates the lives of soldiers lost in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Illinois Fall- en Soldiers Tree Memorial consists of 250 oak trees on 2.5 acres of land.

Starved Rock Marathon along the canal I & M CANAL ©Barbara Crew STATE TRAIL

rom Seneca To LaSalle FThis multi-purpose trail offers visi- tors scenic hiking and bicycling, combined with the opportunity to experience LaSal- le County’s natural resources and histor- ical sites. Walk or bike the canal towpath where horses pulled passenger boats from 1848 until 1852 and mules pulled the heavy freight required to build Chicago and north- ern Illinois. Follow the footsteps of famous Illinoisans, such as Abraham Lincoln, “Wild For Access In LaSalle County: Illinois & Michigan Canal Lock 14 Bill” Hickok, and Chief Shabbona along the LaSalle: I&M Canal Lock #14 Access Canal Road By Rt 351 • LaSalle shady canal across LaSalle County from Rt. 351/Joliet Street Restored to its 1848 condition, this lock Seneca on the east to LaSalle on the west. Utica: Parking west of downtown on Canal is representative of the mid-19th centu- Enjoy the turtles sunning themselves or Street/Dan Carey Park ry canal locks. Lock 14 was built with local spy many varieties of birds. Check out the Ottawa/Buffalo Rock: Access Dee limestone and possesses massive white oak restored lock at the LaSalle access, the Fox Bennett Road gates and swing arms. This site also pro- River aqueduct at the East Ottawa access, West Ottawa: Boyce Memorial Drive vides visitors with an idea of the scale of and the restored MJ Hogan grain elevator East Ottawa: Fox River Park • Park in the canal boat operation. Only a short distance in Seneca. Seven access points in LaSalle lot on Superior Street. further downstream of Lock 14 along the Il- County provide parking and access to the Marseilles: Main Street and canal intersect linois and Michigan State Trail system, vis- 10-foot-wide crushed limestone trail. The Seneca: Main Street and canal intersect itors can view the canal’s confluence with 61.5-mile trail will take you all the way east the Illinois River. to Joliet. canalcor.org • lasallecanalboat.org

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Allen Park ©Ottawa Visitor Center PARKS Additional parks and preserves with bodies of water, boat launches, fishing, or paths to walk and hike. ALLEN PARK MCPHEDRAN PARK 400 COURTNEY STREET • OTTAWA OAKWOOD AVENUE • OGLESBY This riverfront park includes an amphitheater, two This park features a fishing pond with a beautiful pier boat launches, three docks, a fishing area, playground, right off the track. The track is 1/3 of a mile long with toboggan run, a riverwalk, and shelters. six workout stations. There is a playground with baby swings, regular swings, a pirate ship, and bongo drums. BAKER LAKE McPhedran Park is unique because it is the only park 2700 AIRPORT ROAD • PERU in town that is pet friendly–dogs are allowed! Baker Lake is a man-made lake that offers fishing, a one-mile paved walking path, a covered picnic area, MITCHELL’S GROVE NATURE PRESERVE picnic benches, and restrooms. EAST 5TH RD • LASALLE This 184-acre preserve offers hiking and hunting and CATLIN PARK is located on the Troy Grove Blacktop, one mile north 2560 EAST 1251ST ROAD • OTTAWA of LaSalle, at the junction of Tomahawk Creek and Lit- Catlin County Park is a 333-acre park acquired in tle Vermilion River. 1970 by the LaSalle County Conservation District. Marilla Park The park’s well-organized trail system hosts fourteen RIVERWALK AND FOX RIVER PARK ©Bob Gillette distinct trails, plus numerous connecting trails. These 1025 ONTARIO STREET • OTTAWA trails course throughout the park’s habitat, which in- A paved walking path starts at Fox River Park at East Su- cludes its various streams and ponds. The park’s horse perior and Champlain Streets and continues to Down- trails are also recognized as some of the best trails in town Ottawa along the Illinois River. The park includes the area. Open May through November. a splash pad, 9-hole disk golf course, playground, shel- ter, docks, boat launch, fishing area, and more. DAYTON BLUFFS 2997 ROUTE 71 • OTTAWA SANDY FORD NATURAL AREA The 253-acre Dayton Bluffs Preserve is the Ottawa 1399 NORTH 18TH ROAD • STREATOR community’s newest public preserve, which is owned This beautiful 200-acre site with hiking trails is locat- by The Conservation Foundation and managed by the ed on the east bank of the Vermilion River. It contains City of Ottawa. The preserve follows the Fox River for two creeks, a floodplain forest, dry bluffland forest, nearly a mile, sporting 14 ravine systems and a drop of hill prairies, and sandstone cliffs. more than 100 feet from the bluffs to the river. Though there is a parking area, public amenities, such as for- SHABBONA COUNTY PARK mal trails and bathrooms, do not yet exist. Planning 4178 CO HWY 22 • EARLVILLE is in process. The grand opening is on May 20, 2017. Picnic areas, open fields, fishing ponds, and several shelters–many with electricity–are featured at this Baker Lake HOPALONG CASSIDY RIVER TRAIL county-owned park on the banks of Indian Creek. ©City of Peru & CANOE LAUNCH The 21st century tranquility sharply contrasts with WEST MAIN STREET, ROUTE 18 • STREATOR the violent clash of cultures that earned the park its Visitors can follow this trail through an urban forest place in American history. The park is named for the of mulberry, hackberry, oak, and maple. Fish or canoe Potawatomi Chief Shabbona who tried to protect the from the canoe launch area on the Vermilion River. white settlers. Open May – October. LAKE KAKUSHA SNYDER’S GROVE ROUTE 251 • MENDOTA EAST 4TH ROAD • MENDOTA Lake Kakusha is a man-made lake with fishing, shel- Snyder’s Grove is a 104-acre preserve with hiking ters, picnic areas, and trails. trails, playground, picnic area, and shelter. MARILLA PARK SPRING LAKE NATURE AREA MARILLA PARK ROAD • STREATOR 1413 EAST 16TH ROAD • STREATOR This park is a 60-acre wooded park with fishing, hik- This is a city park with a natural waterfall, creeks, hik- ing, and a six-mile mountain bike trail used for part of ing trails, playground, picnic area, and shelter. the Illinois State Championship Series. Hopalong Cassidy River Trail & Canoe Launch ©Canoe the Vermilion

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Breweries, wineries, distilleries, and &tasting roomsLifting are beginning to dot the socialSpirits landscape in LaSalle County. They all have one common goal in mind – to craft quality products and to bring people together for a great experience.

LocatedTangled in the heart Roots of Downtown OttawaBrewing cal engineer Company and his various responsibilities is the Tangled Roots Brewing Company. Life at SABMiller to the table. Tangled Root’s takes us in all different directions and some- head brewmaster Louis Rizzo’s hometown times, it brings those paths together. Be it is Spring Valley. While he may not have the chance or destiny, life offers the opportunity background of his older colleagues, Rizzo’s for people from all over the globe to create passion for the craft has given him a repu- something worthwhile together. This is the tation for producing quality products. When story of Tangled Roots. Originally from La- entrepreneurs Inga Carus of Ottawa and her Salle County, Chicago, South Africa, and native German husband Peter Limberger met Germany, a team was born. Pearse and Struchen, the dream of Tangled Roots began to take root. Tangled Roots Chief Commercial Officer and Chicago native, Scott Struchen comments, The brewery not only has a tasting room, “It’s the Great American Beer Story – the but also the dual-level brew pub and farm- American melting pot.” Struchen’s back- to-table restaurant – The Lone Buffalo. Ex- ground is in the Windy City’s restaurant and ecutive Chef Brok Kellogg, Chef de Cuisine brewing industry, including VP of the Chica- Scott Seese, and Sous Chef Theron Walker go Beer Company. Keith Pearse’s roots began make everything from bison chili, ribeye, and in South Africa. Pearse brings his experience salmon to the bison burger, flatbreads, and building breweries in the UK as a mechani- delectable salads and desserts.

22 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM AugustFarming Hill is in Mark Wenzel’sWinery blood. When he was young, he enjoyed watching his grandfather, August (Augie) Engelhaupt, tend to the crops. Wenzel had grown to love the land as well. He had dabbled in winemaking over the years, but it was when he dis- covered that French-hybrid grapes grow well in the Illinois climate that his hobby became August Hill Winery. The winery uses locally harvested grapes and the products are all hand-crafted.

If you prefer the sparkling variety, Wenzel also produces the Illinois Sparkling Co. line by the traditional French method, which uses a sugar solution and yeast to create the CO2. Using the time-honored, hand-crafted methods means a higher quality product.

August Hill Winery has a tasting room in Down- town Utica with three options where you can sit and enjoy their wine. There is the tasting bar, the lounge with tables and upholstered seating, and the 3-season patio. They also offer a choco- late sampler, bread and dipping oil, or a platter of various , cheeses, crackers, fruit, and nuts for you to enjoy as well.

Tasting Rooms at Cattails &

Clarks Run Creek Gifts & Wine Stadel and friends at Cattails If you are looking for places to taste wine and craft beer from various wineries and breweries in the same location, then check out Cattails and Clarks Run Creek Gifts & Wine – both in Utica.

Katelyn Stadel of Henry and her friends begin their girls’ day out with lunch and then they head over to Cattails. “One of my favorite places to enjoy wine is Cattails,” Stadel says, “because their tastings are large and they always have new wines to try.” Weather permitting, Cattails of- ten has live music on the patio as well. After Cattails, they head over to Clark’s Run Creek Gifts & Wine. Stadel notes that the people there have always been extremely knowledgeable about the wine and they have a good variety there as well. The last stop of their day is usually August Hill. There, the ladies will purchase a bottle of wine and a and cheese Clarks Run Creek tray and enjoy the rest of the evening together. Why not make a day of it?

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 23 InStar the spirit Union of the Illinois SpiritsValley’s commercial her- itage, Bob Windy, a Chicago graphic artist and Peru native, wanted to give back to his hometown commu- nity. The Westclox building, where Windy’s grandfa- ther spent a lifetime working, seemed like the perfect location for Bob Windy and his neighbor, attorney Jeff Yosowitz to invest in and help bring back to life.

Currently under construction in the historic Westclox building in Peru, Star Union Spirits will open its doors in late 2017. The craft distillery, founded by longtime winemaking friends Bob Windy and Jeff Yosowitz, will manufacture hand-crafted spirits, such as brandy and whiskey, that will be made in small batches from locally sourced fruit and grain. Star Union Spirits will also offer a variety of artisanal cocktails.

For those interested in how it’s made, Star Union Spirits will offer tours of the facility. Visitors will EnterKindred into Kindred SpiritsSpirits Distillery Distillery in North Utica and you get learn a bit about the art of distilling and what it takes the feeling of a down-home, laid-back atmosphere. The distillery to hand-craft spirits from farm-to-bottle. Also, for serves small-batch spirits from craft distillers, along with a variety those lovers of spirits or for those who are curious to of wine and beer and specialty and seasonal drinks. Soon produc- try them, a tasting room with the 100-gallon, copper tion will be under way for the distillery’s own line of moonshine, still from Germany is in the works as well. unaged whiskey, rum, and their very own Blue Line Vodka. The vod- ka is dedicated to law enforcement who serve and protect with a portion of the proceeds benefitting families of fallen officers.

As a second-generation police officer, owner Pete Haun says, “My motivation for Kindred Spirits Distillery and the Blue Line Products is to distill a top-shelf product that everyone can enjoy and afford Illinois River Winery after a hard day’s work.” The story of Illinois River Winery began during Greg Kane’s annual Missouri Wine Country family bike ride. They said that as they traveled along the Katy Trail, they found that the best wines were ones that were affordable. With dreams of great wine and the desire to get back into farming, Kane and his family began planting a vineyard. Within a few short years, they were producing their own wine.

Today Illinois River Winery has more than 30 hand-crafted wines. They have the tasting bar in Uti- ca and live music in the garden every weekend from May-October.

See listings on PG 25 for locations.

24 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM COFFEE SHOPS THE BEAN BOX ESPRESSO • LASALLE DEJA BREW COFFEE• PERU MALL DUNKIN’ DONUTS • OTTAWA & PERU JEREMIAH JOE COFFEE • OTTAWA LOCK 16 CAFÉ • LASALLE STARBUCKS • PERU

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Jeremiah Joe Coffee MAY – OCTOBER ©sethmorrisphotography.com OLD TOWN FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday • 8 AM – 12:30 PM DOWNTOWN OTTAWA

JUNE – SEPTEMBER LASALLE FARMERS MARKET Every Tuesday • 3–6 PM HEGELER PARK • LASALLE

JUNE – OCTOBER STREATOR FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday • 9 AM – 1 PM STREATOR CITY PARK • STREATOR

MENDOTA FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday • 8 AM - Noon MAIN STREET • MENDOTA SEPTEMBER2017 16 & 17 SAT 11 AM-6 PM JULY – SEPTEMBER Two brands. One roof. OGLESBY FARMERS MARKET SUN NOON-5 PM Every Thursday • 3–6 PM Lots of Passion. WALNUT STREET • DOWNTOWN OGLESBY Matthiessen State Park WINERIES, BREWERIES, & DISTILLERIES Rt 178 | Oglesby, IL 61348 AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. & SEE AD PG 25 106 MILL STREET • UTICA 815-667-5211 • augusthillwinery.com • iscbubbly.com

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STAR UNION SPIRITS • OPENING LATE 2017 300 5TH STREET, SUITE 135 • PERU Coming soon: starunionspirits.com

TANGLED ROOTS BREWING COMPANY SEE AD INSIDE BACK COVER 808-814 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA 815-324-9549 tangledrootsbrewingco.com Vintage Illinois Wine Festival ©Illinois Wine SEE CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR WINE & BREW FESTS

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 25 MAY MIDWEST MOREL FEST Festivals STREATOR FEST JUNE 2 RIVERS WINE FESTIVAL Shows SENECA SHIPYARD DAYS CELEBRATE LASALLE

Sweet Corn Festival & ©Mendota Area Chamber JULY PLUTO FEST SEPTEMBER STREATOR’S 4TH - AMERICA’S BEST LASALLE’S MUSIC FESTIVAL SUMMER FUN FEST MARSEILLES RENAISSANCE FAIRE MARSEILLES FUN DAYS VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL SUMMERFEST BOOGIE SCARECROW FESTIVAL AUGUST OCTOBER SUMMERFEST BOOGIE BURGOO FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW OTTAWA’S RIVERFEST HARVEST FEST SWEET CORN FESTIVAL

MAUD POWELL ARTS CELEBRATION 2 Rivers Wine Festival ©Ottawa Visitor Center

PERFORMING ARTS Streator Engle Lane Community Theater englelane.org

LaSalle Stage 212 stage212.org

Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra LaSalle’s Music Festival ivso.org Maud Powell Arts Celebration ©City of LaSalle ©City of Peru

LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC SEASONAL: YEAR-ROUND: SENECA • Boondocks Tiki Bar OTTAWA • Lone Buffalo, including Sunday August Hill Winery, Cattails jazz brunch, Shakers, Dockside Bar & Grill, UTICA • Row House LASALLE • Haze Smokehouse, Hegeler Carus Mansion, Uptown Grill OGLESBY • Starved Rock Lodge - Back Door Lounge CEDAR POINT • Gunsmoke Grill LASALLE • 9th St. Pub, OGLESBY • Starved Rock Lodge Machelles’ Backstreet OTTAWA • Washington Park PERU • Art Deco STREATOR • Plumb Pavilion Riverfest ©Ottawa Visitor Center

26 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Salt Well TO OTTAWA STATE PARK PARK STATE AND OTTAWA TO BUFFALO ROCK ROCK BUFFALO TO Illinois Canyon PARKING PICNIC AREA SEASONAL RESTROOMS WHEELCHAIR

ILLINOIS RIVER Shelter Council Council Lone Point Point Lone Overhang Council Overhang * 3.9 mi. Council Overhang Kaskaskia Canyon *4.0 mi. Canyon Kaskaskia Canyon Kaskaskia Kaskaskia Photography by Kathy Casstevens Kathy by Photography Ottawa Ottawa Canyon PLAYGROUND CAMPGROUND SHOWERS DUMP STATION MAY-OCT. 1/2 mile Canyon Canyon Canyon Overlook Hennepin Hennepin Ottawa Canyon *4.0 mi. Canyon Ottawa Wildcat Canyon * 1.0 mi. Canyon Wildcat VISITOR CENTER VISITOR LODGE AID FIRST RANGER STATION Hidden Canyon & Overlook Owl Canyon Owl Canyon

Parkman’s PlainParkman’s CONNECTING TRAIL CONNECTING MAY-OCT. INTERIOR CANYON OR INTERIOR CANYON WHITE DOT: going are you Means the Lodge TOWARD Center and Visitor DEE BENNETT ROAD DEE BENNETT SEASONAL Tonty Canyon *1.9 mi. Canyon Tonty LaSalle Canyon St. Louis Canyon * 1.5 mi. Canyon St. Louis SEASONAL from the Lodge the Lodge from Youth Group Camping Youth Tonty Tonty RIVER TRAIL Canyon YELLOW DOT: YELLOW going are you Means AWAY Center and Visitor Canyon Lonetree Lonetree Overlook SEASONAL Sandstone Point Point Sandstone Canyon Basswood Basswood Permit Booth Permit B L UFF TRAIL Beehive Beehive POST COLOR: POST which type you Tells on. are you trail of Overlook VISITOR CENTER VISITOR Canyon Wildcat

ILLINOIS WATERWAY ILLINOIS WATERWAY Lasalle Canyon *2.0 mi. Canyon Lasalle Dam Overlook Eagle Cliff Eagle Cliff Overlook * 0.8 mi. Cliff Overlook Eagle Pontiac Pontiac Canyon

Overlook Lover’s Leap Leap Lover’s Island ROCK Leopold Leopold STARVED STARVED French Canyon MAJOR STAIRWAYS MAJOR OVERLOOKS ROUTE 71 ROUTE ROADS AND PARKING AND ROADS LEGEND Visitor Center Visitor Aurora Canyon Plum Island French Canyon *0.4 mi. *0.4 Canyon French Sac Sac Canyon VISITOR CENTER • 815-667-4726 VISITOR 2678 EAST 873RD ROAD • OGLESBY ROAD 873RD EAST 2678 Canyon Kickapoo SEASONAL STATE PARK STATE both locations year-round. locations both STARVED ROCK STARVED Canyon Wheelchair Access, Restrooms, Restrooms, Wheelchair Access, St. Louis Louis St. and Food Service are available in available Service are and Food VISITOR CENTER AND LODGE CENTER AND LODGE VISITOR

Boat Ramp

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TO MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK STATE MATTHIESSEN TO TO UTICA TO Starved Rock Lodge Rock Starved - All distances are measured one way from the Visitors Center. the Visitors from one way measured are - All distances Trails of * Length Starved Rock *0.3 mi. Rock Starved

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 27 EARLVILLE 1. Earlville Historical Society Museum 2. RT 34 Drive-In Theater 3. Shabbona County Park LASALLE 4. Hegeler Carus Mansion IL & MICHIGAN CANAL STATE TRAIL 5. Lock 16 Visitors Center/Lock14/I & M Canal Boat 6. Mitchell Grove Nature Preserve MARSEILLES ILLINI STATE PARK 7. Middle Eastern Conflict Wall Memorial MENDOTA 8. Breaking the Prairie Museum 9. Hume-Carnegie Museum & Veterans Park 10. Lake Kakusha 11. Snyders Grove 12. Union Depot Railroad Museum OGLESBY 13. Memorial Park MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK 14. McPhedran Park STARVED ROCK STATE PARK AND VISITOR CENTER OTTAWA BUFFALO ROCK STATE PARK 15. Catlin Park CHICAGO • 95 MILES 16. Dayton Bluffs GRAND RAPIDS • 242 MILES 17. I & M Tollhouse and Replica Canal Boat 18. IL Waterway Visitors Center INDIANAPOLIS • 239 MILES 19. LaSalle County Geneology Guild LOUISVILLE • 350 MILES 20. Ottawa Visitors Center MILWAUKEE • 163 MILES 20. Reddick Mansion QUAD CITIES • 93 MILES 20. Washington Square Park and Murals ST. LOUIS •225 MILES 21. Riverwalk & Fox River Park 22. Skydive Chicago PERU 23. Baker Lake Park 24. Westclox Museum SENECA 25. IL LST (Landing Ship Tank) Memorial 26. MJ Hogan Grain Elevator 27. Seneca Area History Museum SHERIDAN 28. Norsk Museum STREATOR 29. Hopalong Cassidy River Trail & Canoe Launch 30. Sandy Ford Conservation Area 31. Spring Lake Nature Area 32. Streator City Park 33. Streatorland Historical Museum 34. Weber House 35. WWII Canteen Monument TROY GROVE 36. Wild Bill Hickok State Memorial UTICA 37. Father Marquette Memorial 38. Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center 39. LaSalle County Historical Society Museum Campus WEDRON 40. Charles Lindbergh Crash Site Marker

1 ATTRACTION CAMPGROUND HORSEBACK CAMPGROUND Take a scenic route. On holiday SCENIC DRIVES: weekends, it is best to take an Part of the Illinois River Road Scenic Byway and Canyon Drive with connecting Roads. alternate exit, since RT 178 at To extend your Drive to Illini State Park and Exit 81 tends to be backed up.

LEGEND other LaSalle County locations along the river.

28 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM LASALLE COUNTY SCENIC DRIVES & ATTRACTIONS MAP LASALLE, PERU, AND OGLESBY TO STARVED ROCK ROUTE 71 TO OTTAWA MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK 178 ROUTE FOR INFORMATION, GO TO THE STARVED ROCK VISITOR CENTER OR CALL 815-667-4726 2500 IL RT 178 • OGLESBY ROCK STARVED TO

Horseback

Campground 815-433-2220 PRIVATE WATER WATER GOLF STRIDER I & M CANAL STATE TRAIL TRAIL STATE CANAL I & M COURSE MATTHIESSEN LAKE STATE PARK STATE BUFFALO ROCK BUFFALO FROG Bridge & Dam Lake Falls Giant’s Bathtub DELLS AREA TOTAL MILEAGE: 3.2 MILES Cascade Falls Cedar • OTTAWA (DEE BENNETT ROAD) ROAD 27TH 1300 NORTH &Wishing Well Point CATFISH

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Strawberry ROAD BENNETT DEE Rock TURTLE INFORMATION CENTER INFORMATION OFFICE PARK PARKING RESTROOMS SHELTER SLOPE STEEP TRAIL ROAD TRAIL I&M CANAL STATE FIELD BASEBALL

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VERMILION GROVE RIVER AREA SYCAMORE TOTAL MILEAGE: 1.9 MILES SUNRISE COUNCIL RIVER MEADOWS ILLINI STATE PARK ILLINI STATE 815-795-2448 • 2660 EAST 2350TH ROAD • MARSEILLES 2350TH ROAD EAST • 2660 815-795-2448 OAKS POST COLOR: LEGEND ANCIENT Tells you which type ARCHERY RANGE PARKING of trail you are on. FORT PICNIC AREA

BELLS ISLAND

BLUFF TRAIL MODEL AIRPLANE FIELD RESTROOMS BOG WILDCAT WILDCAT YELLOW DOT: BRIDGE PHONE Means you are going POINTS OF INTEREST SHELTER AWAY from the fort or parking ROADS AND PARKING HORSEBACK RIVER TRAIL CAMPGROUND

WHITE DOT: 1/4 mile OFFICE PARK PARKING TOILET FLUSH SHELTER TRAIL ROAD FIELD BASEBALL Means you are going Locks

Ski Trail Maps are available at the ski Horse Trail Maps are Marseilles

TOWARD the fort TREE 2653RD ROAD MEMORIAL rental trailer in the Dells Area and the available at horseback LEGEND or parking TO OTTAWA Starved Rock Visitor Center. parking lots and the INTERIOR CANYON OR Starved Rock Visitor Center. CONNECTING TRAIL GENTLEMAN TRUMBO ROAD

30 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Westclox – Then [ & Now ]

hat began as a dream of an inventor in working conditions, but they were also were pi- generations and loved by many in the area. West- W1884 became one of the largest alarm oneers in developing employee benefits – com- clox was not only a business, but within the walls clock factories in the world. Though the fledgling plete with group insurance, paid vacation time, and beyond, it was a true community of people United Clock Company faced financial and mar- pension plan, sickness benefit, and a hospital and that lived, worked, and had fun together. keting issues, under the new ownership of F.W. surgical insurance plan. Matthiessen and new name, the business start- Today, the old Westclox building is being revi- ed to grow exponentially in the late 1800’s into As the company’s profits and growth increased, talized. Purchased a few years ago by Promier the early part of the 20th century. With a lot of they expanded into exporting their merchan- Products, the building has taken on a new life. hard work and a bit of faith in what could be, the dise around the globe. One of their best-known The west wing is filled with businesses for the newly named Western Clock Company began to products was the Big Ben alarm clock, which first surrounding community, such as yoga, art, music, be profitable. The profits were reinvested in the appeared on store shelves in 1910. This popular and custom jewelry studios, a salon, gymnastics company with a building expansion and the up- clock was long lasting and dependable. By casting school, and even a hallway art gallery. While the dated equipment. some of the clock components together, clocks east wing consists of small manufacturers and a could be assembled with greater ease – increas- crossfit gym. The Western Clock Company was known for ing production and keeping the price affordable. its quality products and for the way the man- The center of the building will be a thriving cen- agement treated their employees. They firm- The company that later became known as West- ter for tourism. The Westclox Museum is just the ly believed that happy employees equal happy clox closed its doors in LaSalle-Peru in 1980 leav- beginning. The museum features clocks, watches, customers. They not only achieved excellent ing a legacy of a business that impacted many military items and remnants of the once bustling factory. There are also many photos, promotional films, and copies of the Tick Talk Magazine, which was produced by the company for its employees. Much history can be pulled from those pages. “Each of these little magazines is a time capsule in itself,” said the museum curator Ruth Spayer. Currently, there are over 50 years worth of mag- azines that are being converted into a searchable digital archive, so that people can easily find out more about those that once worked there. The entire collection was donated to the museum by former employees and by those whose lives were touched by Westclox.

Near the museum is State Senator Sue Rezin’s office and two photography studios, while the first floor houses the Promier Products offices. Behind the main factory doors will soon be a hot spot for locals and tourists alike as construction is currently underway for Star Union Spirits. The new craft distillery and tasting room is set to open late 2017. Beyond that area there is room for continued growth to lease space within the factory and other vacant floors and build to suit for additional businesses, restaurants, and shops.

The Westclox building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Photos courtesy of the Westclox Museum.

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 31 Historic Homes

Reddick Mansion

The Reddick Mansion, a wonderfully unique land- mark, stands proudly on the corners of Columbus and Lafayette streets in Ottawa. This twenty-two room Italianate mansion has drawn attention for many years as a private residence, a public library, and a public office building. Built in 1858 by William Reddick, it remained the family home for thirty ye- ars. William Reddick was a respected businessman and politician, but he was also a philanthropist.

With education being of utmost importance to him, he was instrumental in laying the foundation for the University of Illinois and the organization of free public schools in Ottawa. In accordance with the wishes of Mr. Reddick, upon his death the home became the property of the City of Ottawa to be used as a library. In 1974, the Reddick Mansion As- sociation was chartered as a non-profit corporation in charge of ensuring the restoration, maintenance, and operation of the property. Visitors may tour the mansion several days a week; see website for Reddick Mansion details. 815-433-6100 • 100 West Lafayette Street ©Ottawa Visitor Center OTTAWA • reddickmansion.org

Hegeler Carus Mansion

Now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Hegeler Carus Mansion is a source of pride to the Illinois Valley. This architectural mas- terpiece, built from 1874-1876, is a key to the his- tory of the Illinois Valley, the Midwest, and the na- tion. The home remained a private residence until 1995 when the Hegeler Foundation was formed to protect and preserve the home. The mansion is an example of high artistic achievement in ar- chitecture and interior design, yet also highlights accomplishments in industry, philosophy, pub- lishing, and religion. One hour tours are available Wednesday thru Sunday at Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM. • 815-224-6543 • 1307 7th Street LASALLE • hegelercarus.org Hegeler Carus Mansion ©Kelly Klobucher

Weber House and Garden

Streator is home to this charming country Tudor. Owner Ted Weber welcomes visitors to experience themed rooms and ex- tensive gardens. The home was built in 1938 by his parents, Ernest and Zelma Weber. Ted became a radio interviewer for a Chicago station and had his own syndicated show. During his career he interviewed many celebrities and was able to travel extensively. His travels furthered his appreciation of architecture and art. Realizing the importance of preserving his family home, Ted Weber moved back to Streator in 1983 and has made it his passion. The Weber House has uniquely decorated rooms, which are appropriately named for celebri- ties he once interviewed. Each room reflects a different period design. The home now has a beautifully manicured English garden that is segmented into rooms. Mr. Weber, feeling the need to promote tourism in Streator, opened his home to the public. Open Daily 10AM - 5PM • April through October Unplanned Closings May Be Possible. Please Phone Ahead. Weber House and Garden 815-672-8327 • 1503 Baker Street ©Kathy Casstevens STREATOR • weberhouseandgarden.com

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Middle Eastern Conflict Wall Memorial

This beautiful granite memorial honors fallen men and women who have served during Middle East- ern conflicts. Names are etched in the stone. This memorial was established in 2004 by the Illinois Freedom Run organization. Riverside Plaza • MARSEILLES

WWII Canteen Monument

This monument honors the hundreds of volun- teers who met 1.5 million World War II soldiers and sailors on troop trains at the Santa Fe station, serving them coffee and sandwiches as their trains passed through. Often, it was the first snack and friendly face the troops had seen since their train ride began.Santa Fe Burlington Northern Depot North Illinois Street • STREATOR

Middle Eastern Conflict Wall Memorial

WWII Canteen Monument Illinois LST Memorial ©Streator Tourism ©Seneca Historical Guild

Streator City Park Illinois LST Memorial Wild Bill Hickok State Memorial

War memorials, Reuben Soderstrom Memorial, This granite memorial honors those men and This memorial marks the birthplace of the leg- Ralph Plumb Memorial, Plumb Pavilion, Heroes women who built and sailed Landing Ship Tanks endary frontier scout and U.S. Marshal “Wild Bill” Mural, and two 19th century fountains during WWII and in Korea and Vietnam. The last Hickok. Main Street • TROY GROVE East Hickory and North Park Street • STREATOR of the 157 LST’s was launched from Seneca’s ship- yard on June 8, 1945. Crotty Park • SENECA Father Marquette Memorial

This memorial is dedicated to Father Jacques Mar- quette who observed the first Catholic mass in the Veterans Park ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Illinois Territory in 1675. St. Mary’s Church 303 Division Street • UTICA

Memorial Park

Memorials include: WWI, WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam. The park also has a WWI restored can- non, a Vietnam-era helicopter, a statue of a sailor, and a General Pulaski monument. Corner of Jordan & Woodland • OGLESBY

Veterans Park

Memorials and canons next to the Hume-Carnegie Museum • MENDOTA

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 33 Museums, Landmarks, & Visitor Centers

I & M Tollhouse and Replica Canal Boat

The restored tollhouse, built in 1848, is the last of its kind along the I & M Canal. Today, the build- ing is furnished as it once would have been and visitors can view tools and other artifacts. Near- by, stands a replica canal boat. Call for a tour. 815-434-2737 • 1221 Columbus Street • OTTAWA

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Watch the towboats as they navigate through the operating lock & dam and view the indoor displays. Observe American Bald Eagles during the winter. 815-667-4054 • 950 North 27th Road • OTTAWA

Ottawa Historical Scouting Heritage Museum

Promoting and preserving the traditions of scout- ©Illinois Waterway Visitor Center ing, this museum features many scouting items as well as three year-round outdoor hiking trails. Earlville Community Historical 815-431-9353 • 1100 Canal Street • OTTAWA Breaking the Prairie Farm Museum Society Museum ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla

LaSalle County Genealogy Guild 150 years of Earlville history housed in the old 1895 Hardware Store building. Admission to the Ever wonder about your family history or have museum is free. The museum is closed during some historical records to share? People come the winter months. For hours or to view the mu- from all parts of the globe to study their genealogy seum, please call 815-246-7076 or 815-246-9978. in the Guild’s library. 815-433-5261 136 South Ottawa Street • EARLVILLE 115 West Glover Street • OTTAWA earlvillehistory.org

Washington Square Park

Commemorating the location of the first Lin- Breaking the Prairie Farm Museum coln-Douglas debate on August 21, 1858 with large bronze statues centered above a reflecting pond Depicting agriculture in the early years of Men- and fountain made of limestone. The park also in- dota, this museum honors the farm families, their cludes the 1873 Goddess of Liberty Civil War Sol- machinery, and their livestock. The Mathesius diers Monument and Veterans Memorial. Brothers’ barn can now be viewed all day long OTTAWA • pickusottawail.com through the large windows. Special tours of the Country Chapel and Mathesius Barn can be ar- ranged by calling the Mendota Museum & Histor- ical Society office. 815-539-3373 • 684 8th Street MENDOTA • mendotamuseums.org

Union Depot Railroad Museum ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla

Union Depot Railroad Museum

Displays at the Union Depot Railroad Museum included railroad memorabilia, a model rail- road, and exhibits that depict the history of the railroad in Mendota. Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day. 815-538-3800 • 783 Main Street MENDOTA • mendotamuseums.org Hume-Carnegie Museum ©Mendota Area Chamber Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center Hume-Carnegie Museum

Visit the state-of-the-art Visitor Center to learn Preserving the history of the Mendota area with about trails, wildlife, vegetation, and history of an extensive collection of photography, “Wild Bill” Starved Rock State Park. You will find interac- Hickok collection, medical equipment from the tive displays, fish from the Illinois River, histor- early 1920’s, and much more. Open Saturday & ical artifacts, informational movies, and much Sunday 1-4 PM • March 1st to the 2nd Sunday in Washington Square Park more. 815-667-4726 • 2678 East 873Rd Road December • 815-539-3373 • 901 Washington Street ©Ottawa Visitor Center OGLESBY• starvedrockstatepark.org MENDOTA • mendotamuseums.org

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MJ Hogan Grain Elevator Westclox Museum ©sethmorrisphotography.com Norsk Scandinavian Museum ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla The Westclox factory was an integral part of the community since the early 1900’s until it closed in the 1980’s. Generations worked to not only create a much needed product, but also a sense of community. The museum holds a collection of products, documents, antiques and history of the Westclox Company from those who remem- ber it fondly. 815-250-0617 • 350 5th Street, Suite 265 • PERU • westcloxmuseum.com

Norsk Museum

From June-September, the Norsk Museum is open Saturdays and Sundays, 1-5 PM. The two-build- ing museum is dedicated to the Scandinavian settlers who founded the Norway area in the ©Westclox Museum 1800’s. It contains articles of Scandinavian life, such as dishes, clothing, furniture and spinning wheels. 815-343-5070 • 3656 East 2631st Street Seneca Area Heritage Museum SHERIDAN • norskmuseum.org

Discover the Seneca area’s rich history – from coal Streatorland Historical M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator mining to its shipyard days – at the new Seneca Area Society Museum Heritage Museum. Exhibits are changed seasonally Erected in 1861, this 65-foot-tall, 70,000-bushel and are all housed in a beautifully restored, historic Nineteenth century clothing, a music room, local capacity elevator is one of the oldest remaining train depot that dates back to 1912. Seneca Station products, and photographs depict the history of Stre- grain elevators. 815-357-6197 815-769-5077 • 431 North Main Street • SENECA ator and Streatorland natives. 124 West Williams • SENECA senecahistory.com 815-672-2443 306 Vermillion Street • STREATOR

I & M Canal Boat

Climb aboard The Volunteer, a replica 19th century mule-pulled canal boat, and ride the route Lincoln traveled! Your guides, dressed as canal-era crew, will take you back in time to life on the American frontier and the Illinois Prairie. Meet our mules, Moe & Joe, and learn how horses and mules pulled passengers and cargo between Chicago and LaSalle. Group tours & private rentals are also available. April 29th – October 29th • 815-220-1848 • 754 First Street • LASALLE

Lock 16 Visitor Center ©LaSalle County Historical Society The Lock 16 Visitor Center contains a café & gift shop, which serves breakfast and lunch, in addition to catering events. Lock 16 is housed in a restored building that was once home to a horse buggy maker. Now, it’s a hub for I & M Canal Boat LaSalle County Historical Society Museum Campus rides, activities, visitor information, afternoon teas, cultural programs, shopping, dining, and private parties. 815-223-1851 • 754 First Street • LASALLE The LaSalle County Historical Society’s museum campus is located in the lasallecanalboat.org heart of Downtown Utica along the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal– itself a historic landmark. The museum campus features five facilities: the 1848 Canal Warehouse, the 1865 One-Room School House, the Heritage I & M Canal Boat Center, the Blacksmith Shop, and the 1875 Barn. ©fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla The Canal Warehouse displays an extensive collection of Native Ameri- can artifacts, pioneer furnishings, and more. The Aitken School is furnished with period pieces and each year more than 1,200 children receive lessons and more from materials once used in one-room schoolhouses. The Heri- tage Center’s exhibits focus primarily on the 20th century and the military. Be sure to check out the coal mine exhibit. The Blacksmith Shop is still a functioning shop with forge and smith, just as it has since it first opened in 1892. The Barn next to the Blacksmith Shop houses agricultural exhib- its from horse-drawn farm equipment to 19th century veterinary tools. 815-667-4861 • 101 East Canal Street • UTICA lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org

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ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 37 QUEST WATERSPORTS Off-Roading 1851 OLD CHICAGO ROAD • OTTAWA Bring your 4x4, ATV, or motorcycle and head out to one of the 815-433-2200 • questwatersports.com area’s off road terrain parks for the ride of your life.

STARVED ROCK ADVENTURES, INC. THE CLIFFS INSANE TERRAIN 1 DEE BENNETT ROAD • OTTAWA 2400 E BLUFF STREET • MARSEILLES 815-434-9200 • starvedrockadventures.com 815-795-5200 • thecliffsinsaneterrain.com 14 Geocaching DIRT RUNNER Activities Fun Do you have a love of scavenger hunts? Geocaching is a great way 2725 E 2625TH ROAD • MARSEILLES to spend time outdoors. There are a number of locations through- 630-291-0250 • dirtrunner.us To Do out LaSalle County for those who love a challenge. geocaching.com FOX VALLEY OFF ROAD 1952 N 35TH ROAD • OTTAWA IL RIVER ROAD NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY 815-431-9913 • foxvalleyoffroad.com 613 W MARQUETTE STREET • OTTAWA 815-433-5830 • illinoisriverroad.org/geocaching Racing Outdoors Watch the thrill and excitement of the races. Racing fans can OTTAWA HISTORICAL AND SCOUTING HERITAGE MUSEUM watch the races on the 1/4-mile, high-banked clay track. 1100 CANAL STREET • OTTAWA 815-431-9353 or 815-433-1361 LASALLE SPEEDWAY Amphibious ATVing 578 E US ROUTE 6 • LASALLE The Gator Creek Cruise is a guided amphibious ATV ride. Explore Go Carting 815-223-6900 • lasallespeedway.com historic sites along with the beauty of the land, water, and animals Have a need for speed? Race just like the pros in original or pre- on Cedar Creek Ranch. Riding for all ages open year round. Call mium Italian carts, which are capable of speeds of 50 mph or for reservations. Skydiving more. GATOR CREEK CRUISE • NEW IN 2017 Experience the thrill of free falling. Tandem jumps with highly 249 E IL ROUTE 71 • CEDAR POINT experienced instructors is available. CONCEPT HAULERS MOTOR SPEEDWAY 815-481-3337 • ccrstables.com 3674 E 2603RD ROAD • SHERIDAN SKYDIVE CHICAGO 815-496-2467 • concepthaulersmotorspeedway.com 3215 E 1969TH ROAD • OTTAWA Biking 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com ILLINOIS & MICHIGAN CANAL STATE TRAIL Hiking From Seneca to LaSalle LaSalle County has some beautiful areas for hiking. Starved Rock Walk or bike the canal towpath on the 10-foot-wide crushed Watching Wildlife and Birding State Park has been voted the #1 attraction in Illinois. The parks in limestone trail where horses pulled passenger boats from 1848 Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat is always a fun experience. LaSalle County are teeming with amazing rock structures, flowing until 1852 and mules pulled the heavy freight required to build In LaSalle County, there are red foxes, deer, turkeys, cranes, peli- streams and rivers, beautiful waterfalls in the spring and after heavy Chicago and northern Illinois. cans, and so much more. The area also has a great variety of col- rains, a great variety of wildlife, and dense forests filled with colorful For access points, see the listing in the Parks and Recreation sec- orful songbirds. Sometimes it may be difficult to find them among foliage in the fall. Hiking can be relaxing or invigorating – the pace tion or visit iandmcanal.org/experiences/trails2. all the foliage; Starved Rock State Park hosts several Migratory is up to you. For locations to hike in LaSalle County, see the Parks Bird Hikes to help you see them first-hand. Visit starvedrockstate- and Recreation section. MARILLA PARK park.org for more information. If you are looking for something a bit more adventur- ous and challenging, Streator’s annual “Dirty Mudder” Bike Horseback Riding Whitewater Rafting Race and “Thrilla at Marilla” may be what you are looking Do your legs need a break, but you still want to hit the trails? Looking for a bigger thrill than canoeing? Ready to get wet? Experi- for. These events are held in April and May. For more infor- Experience the beauty of LaSalle County on horseback and see it ence white water rafting in North Central Illinois on the scenic Ver- mation on these races, contact Bob Sandy 815-674-7666. as the pioneers once did centuries ago. Cowboy Up! milion River. Average trip time: 3-4 hours • Open May 1– Mid-July streator.org CEDAR CREEK RANCH VERMILLION RIVER RAFTING 249 E IL ROUTE 71 • CEDAR POINT 779 N 2249TH ROAD • OGLESBY Boating 815-481-3337 • ccrstables.com Launch a canoe, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, jet ski, pontoon 815-667-5242 • vermillionriverrafting.com boat, speed boat, or house boat on the Illinois or Fox River. Are PUNKIN ACRES PAINTS you nervous about attempting kayaking or paddle boarding? Zip Lining 381 N US 3179th Road • LaSalle Quest Watersports’ Hobie Pedaled Kayaks offer greater stability It’s fun zipping through the canopy 85 feet off of the ground. Zip 815-223-9076 • punkinacrespaints.com and ease of use than standard kayaks and the paddleboards are on 8 cables from 150-1000 feet in length and reaching speeds easy to use with just a little balance. up to 45 mph. Ice Climbing AYERS LANDING & CANOE RENTALS Adventure is for winter too! When conditions allow, climbing up ZIP CHICAGO 3494 E 2089TH ROAD • WEDRON the frozen waterfalls in four canyons within Starved Rock State 2681 E US ROUTE 6 • MARSEILLES 815-434-2233 • ayerslandingcanoerental.com Park is a fun alternative to rock climbing. Ice climbers must sign 815-795-5001 • zipchicago.com in and out at the park office. Call the office for current conditions. C&M CANOE &KAYAK RENTALS Equipment rental is not available at the park. 3401 E 2062ND ROAD • OTTAWA 815-434-6690 • cmcanoerental.com STARVED ROCK STATE PARK EXIT 81 AT UTICA ON INTERSTATE 80 CANOE THE VERMILION Located East Of The Intersection Of Routes 178 & 71 1903 E 1251ST ROAD • STREATOR VISITOR CENTER 815-673-3218 • canoethevermilion.com 2678 E 873RD ROAD • OGLESBY 815-667-4726 • starvedrockstatepark.org

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ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 39 TBM Avengers Salute to Veterans

n May 20th, 1950, the U.S. celebrated the Ofirst Armed Forces Day to honor those who serve our country. This May 20th, 2017, Peru 2ND ANNUAL REUNION OF TBM AVENGERS - SALUTE TO VETERANS SATURDAY, MAY 20TH, 2017 • ALL-DAY EVENT 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY will be celebrating Armed Forces Day with the JULY 3RD • (RAIN DATE OF JULY 4) ILLINOIS VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT 2nd Annual TBM Avengers – Salute to Veterans HALLOWEEN PARADE event. This is one event you don’t want to miss! OCTOBER 21ST • 2 PM ROTARY PARK The TBM Avenger is a WWII torpedo bomber PEARL HARBOR DAY PARADE DECEMBER 2ND • 11:30 AM and with less than 20 of these warbirds still air- WATER STREET borne worldwide, to see the majority of them in CHRISTMAS PARADE one place at one time is a rare treat. DECEMBER 2ND • 1:30 PM SANTA FLY-IN This is an all-day event, which will include DECEMBER 3RD • 1:30 PM many other aircraft – both military and civil- ILLINOIS VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT ian – traveling to the Illinois Valley Regional Airport from all over the country. The event will feature a flag raising ceremony, flight for- mations - including the “missing man,” flight demonstrations, and simulated torpedo runs.

Admission and parking for the event is free due to a generous donation from Marquis En- TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENT JUNE 17TH • CENTENNIAL PARK MAUD POWELL ergy, LLC in Hennepin. Food and refreshments ARTS CELEBRATION will be available for purchase. So invite your AUGUST 19TH friends, grab your camera, and come celebrate our Armed Forces for their dedication, service, The Maud Powell Arts Celebration commemo- and sacrifice for our country. rates the 150th birthday of Maud Powell, interna- tionally acclaimed violin- ist, who was born in Peru. The weekend features displays of work of local artists, student musicians and outdoor concerts.

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40 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Event Calendar ONGOING EVENTS Engle Lane Theater Performances June - August • Jammin’ at the Clock 28 • Birthday Party, 14-20 • Animal Crackers, April May June Friday evenings • 5-7 PM Every Thursday • Starved Rock Walkers Club 11-17 • Steel Magnolias, 9-15 • The Lion King Jr. Experience, July Heritage Park • Main & Monroe • Streator • streator.org Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen September 10-16 • I Hate Hamlet and October 15-21 • Sister Act State Park, I & M Canal, and the occasional walk into a nearby See englelane.org for more information. June - September nature preserve. Every Thursday morning, year-round. The group meets in the lobby of the lodge and departs at 9:00 AM. Hikes last LaSalle County Historic Tours Summer Sunset Concert Series 2-3 hours depending on the destination. This event is free and Step back to 1848 and take a ride on the I&M Canal on The June • 9th - Cody Calkins, 16th - Last Call, 23rd - Crossroads, open to the public. Please note: We will not hike on Thanksgiving Volunteer, a mule-pulled I&M Canal Boat. Meet our guides and 30th - Double Dave Trio July •7th - Bagshot Row, 14th - Written Warn- Day. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com hear their stories of life along the canal in 1848, when the I&M ing, 21st - Moementum, 28th - Steve N’ Steve August • 4th - Midsum- Canal first opened and Illinois was a western frontier. Explore Lin- mer Nights Glee, 11th - 70’s Rewind, 18th - Al and Jeannie Brown, January - February • Bald Eagle Trolley Tours coln-related sites with Mary Todd Lincoln. Walk through an amaz- 25th - Katie Belle and the Belle Rangers September • 1st - Hen- ry Torpedo Boys • Grounds open at 5:30 PM for picnics. Music Mondays & Wednesdays 11 AM ing 10-room garden and cottage house or a Victorian masterpiece. from 7-8:30 PM. Weather Permitting • Concerts are held on the Saturdays 9 AM & 11 AM & Sundays 10:30 AM Visit a lock-tender’s house and the oldest gran elevator along grounds of the Hegeler Carus Mansion in LaSalle. Admission is $5. Be mesmerized by the beautiful bald eagles at Starved Rock. the I&M Canal, as well as a lock and aqueduct. Lunch included 815-224-5897 • hegelercarus.org Ride our trolley to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center for eagle with every tour! Reservations required. April 29th – October 29th viewing and an educational program. Ticket price includes your I&M Canal Boat • 815-220-1848 • LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Visit a Canyon Tour selection from our special lunch menu during the week and iandmcanal.org Mondays & Sundays 10AM • Saturdays 10AM & 12:30PM brunch on Sunday in the Main Dining Room. Bundle up and bring Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State your binoculars and camera. No tours on Eagle Watch Weekend. April - November Park Visitor Center, the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, as well Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com Take a Hike & Lunch as historic Downtown Utica and a scenic, guided walk to Council Saturdays & Sundays Overhang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and February - December • Musical Tribute Shows Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a will take about 45 minutes. Tour includes: a Starved Rock map knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. If you love Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Patsy Cline, and performers backpack, snack, and bottle of water. This tour is not recommend- Peter’s Sandstone. Waterfalls are a good possibility in the spring from yesteryear, you’ll love our Tribute to the Stars series. Each ed for individuals with limited mobility. For more information or and early summer, since they are seasonal. The hike is consid- musical tribute show includes lunch or dinner with a performance to book, call 815-220-7386. Starved Rock Lodge ered strenuous. Lunch included. Hike is approximately 4.5 miles. by talented entertainers that take you back in time! starvedrocklodge.com Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com 11 AM-2:30 PM • Advanced reservations are required as space is limited. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. Land and Water Cruises Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com March -December • History Trolley Tours Wednesdays & Fridays 11 AM March Tour includes a historic trolley ride, hot lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, Saturdays and Sundays: 12-1:30 PM and 1:30-3 PM Stage 212 Performances and a leisurely 1-hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock - an 21-30 • The Hallelujah Girls, 14-30 • A Chorus Line, April & May April July authentic paddlewheel boat. For more information or to book, call 15-17 • Reefer Madness, 3-12 • 6 RMS Riv Saturdays: 3 PM September November 815-220-7386. Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM and 3-4:30 PM Vu • LaSalle • stage212.org June - September Dinner & Evening Cruise Mondays: 1:30 PM & 3 PM May - September • Canal Market Mondays & Thursdays Tuesday thru Saturday: 3 PM Come roam the vendors at our Antique/Flea Market. It’s Burgoo Board a Starved Rock Trolley and travel to the Belle of the Rock Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM, and 3-4:30 PM excitement all season long! Sundays 10 AM - 4 PM for a leisurely, scenic cruise on the picturesque Illinois River. After October 815-667-4861 • lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org the cruise, the trolley returns you to the lodge where you will Monday thru Saturday: 3 PM enjoy dinner and dessert from our special dinner menu. 5-8 PM Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM, and 3-4:30 PM For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. November & December Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com Saturdays & Sundays: 12 PM & 1:30 PM Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge. Learn June - October • “In the Good Old Summertime” Concert Series about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and The series features musical performances summer through fall Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, historic Downtown Utica, and free of charge. Plumb Pavilion in Streator City Park the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. Streator • 815-672-2055 • streator.org For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. May - October Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com Help Wanted Tour • Everyday July - August • Music in the Park Be a captain, a deckhand, or a mule-tender for the day! During this July • 1st - The Burls (Patriotic Night), 8th - The Kramers (Gospel April - May • Waterfall and Canyon Tours interactive living history tour, you will get to roll up your sleeves Night), 15th - Flat Cats, 22nd - Crash, 29th - Mary Pfeifer & the for a first-hand look at life on the canal in the year 1848–the Mondays 11 AM • Saturdays 9 AM & 11 AM Troublemakers • August • 12th - The Templetons, 19th - The New year that the I&M Canal first opened. Reservations required. Experience the fun of outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Invaders, 26th - Mason Rivers • The City of Ottawa proudly pres- I&M Canal Boat. (815)220-1848 • LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and can- ents their “Music in the Park” Series on Saturday evenings at the yons: French, St. Louis and Ottawa. The tour will also include hot historic Washington Square Park! This family-friendly event offers lunch and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls are dependent upon Step Back in Time Tour • Fridays Step back in time aboard The Volunteer with a 1-hour historic a variety of live music for all ages! Don’t forget to bring your lawn rainfall. For more information or to book, call chairs! 6-8 PM • Washington Park • Downtown Ottawa 815-220-7386. Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com mule-pulled boat ride. Period-dressed crew will take you back in time to life on the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Visit the ca- pickusottawail.com (Rain Location: TBA) April -October nal-themed Lock 16 Café & Gift Shop for lunch. Then tour the historic Westclox Museum to view a variety of antiques, docu- December - March • Guided Winter Hikes I&M Canal Boat Tours ments, and photos about the history of the Westclox Company. Saturdays & Sundays Climb aboard The Volunteer, a replica 19th century mule-pulled I & M Canal Boat • LaSalle • 815-223-1851 • lasallecanalboat.org Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls canal boat and ride the route Lincoln traveled! Your guides, and eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the lodge to dressed as canal era crew, will take you back in time to life on Mules, Mansion, Mimosas • Sundays pick up a snack and a Starved Rock backpack. The tour concludes the American frontier and the Illinois prairie. Meet our mules Enjoy a mimosa at Lock 16 Café, a historic 1-hour mule-pulled at the lodge about 2 PM. In the event of ice and snow, we advise Moe & Joe and learn how horses and mules pulled passengers boat ride on the I&M Canal Boat, and a tour of the historic Hege- YakTrax for extra traction. The hike is approximately 4.5 miles. Re- and cargo between Chicago and LaSalle. Group tours & private ler Carus Mansion. Reservations required. 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42 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM APRIL May 6 • Spring Migratory Bird Hike May 21 • SCCR Celebration Car Show and Fly-In Join the park naturalist and local bird expert, Tom Williams, as we Sports Car Club of Rockford Car Show on the grounds with skydiv- For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and hike to seek out resident birds and greet our spring migrators. ers flying into the event as well. Skydive Chicago • Ottawa dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. Bring your binoculars and your favorite field guide. Hike lasts ap- 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com proximately 2 hours. Meet at the Starved Rock Visitor Center at April 15 • Easter Egg Hunt 7:30-9:30AM • Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 11 AM • Carey Memorial Park • Utica • utica-il.gov May 21 • starvedrockstatepark.org Live reptiles and amphibians from Wildlife Prairie Park. 1:30 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 April 15 • Easter Egg Hunt starvedrockstatepark.org Sponsored by Safe House Animal Rescue. Over 20,000 Easter Eggs. A Visit with the Easter Bunny. All eggs filled with candy and toys with a possibility of larger prizes. Raffle Baskets, Baked Goods. MAY 26 - 28 • STREATOR FEST The fest is held in the City Park and will feature music, vendors Hunt free for all, age divided. Lunch available. Hunt starts at noon, and family fun. For more information contact the Streator Com- Photos with the Easter Bunny and kid’s crafts start at 11 AM. Face munity Center • Streator City Park • 815-257-5113 • streator.org painting, games, cake hop, bake sale are following the hunt. Peck Park • South end of State Street • Ottawa pickusottawail.com MAY 6 • MIDWEST MOREL FEST May 27 • Starved Rock Country Craft Beer Festival Learn, hunt, buy morel mushrooms during Ottawa’s Midwest Mo- Noon - 5 PM • Ottawa • pickusottawail.com April 16 • Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Jump rel Fest! This unique festival offers everything mushrooms for Come see the bunny-suited jumper! Bring the kids for a large- the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! Home brew tasting, May 29 • Memorial Day Celebration on the I & M Canal Boat Join us on the historic I&M Canal and take a tour on “The Volun- scale Easter egg hunt on the grounds. Get your photo taken with food, music, and handcrafted vendors • 7:00 AM - 5 PM • Jordan teer”, a 1848 replica packet boat as we celebrate Memorial Day. the Easter Bunny after he jumps into the drop zone from 13,500 Block Park • 111 Lincoln Place • Ottawa • pickusottawail.com To celebrate, all veterans will receive a FREE Lock 16 Gift with the feet! Skydive Chicago • Ottawa • 815-433-0000 purchase of a I&M Canal Boat Ticket. Call 815-220-1848 for boat skydivechicago.com May 9 • Streator Municipal Equipment Expo The community, known as a manufacturing hub, will feature local schedule and reservation. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org April 22 • Sip ‘N Snip manufacturing companies offering a variety of municipal prod- Wine tasting, live music, silent auction. Food available. ucts. Contact Jack at the Streator Chamber of Commerce for more May 29 • Memorial Day Parade 9AM • Mill Street • Utica •utica-il.gov 12-4 PM • August Hill Winery • Downtown Utica • utica-il.gov information. 815-672-2921 • Streator • streatorexpo.com

April 22 • Earth Day Hike May 13 • Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon JUNE Hike with a naturalist to the top of Starved Rock and to the bot- The start and finish line is located next to Washington Square in For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and tom of French Canyon. 11 AM to 12:30 PM Downtown Ottawa with the course going through scenic Starved dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 Rock Country. 7AM • starvedrockcountrymarathon.org starvedrockstatepark.org June 2 • Joe the Mule’s Birthday Celebration May 14 • Mother’s Day Boat Tour Celebrate Joe’s birthday at Lock 14 aboard the I&M Canal Boat. April 23 • Wildlife Prairie Park Travel back in time to 1848 on the replica packet boat “The Vol- Joe, the beloved Canal Boat Mule, pulls “The Volunteer” a full- Amazing Animals. Wildlife Prairie Park presents live animals such unteer” at Lock 14 in LaSalle. Treat Mom to a special day and en- size replica packet boat down the I&M Canal as he walks on the as skunks, turtles, and owls. 1:30 PM • Starved Rock Visitor Center joy your adventure on the historic I&M Canal. The period-clothed canal path. The mules (Moe & Joe) are like celebrities in these 815-667-4726 • starvedrockstatepark.org Captain and Crew tell the story of the Canal. Call 815-220-1848 parts, and we invite you to celebrate Joe’s birthday with him and for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org enjoy a peaceful ride along the I&M Canal. FREE piece of birth- April 29 & 30 • Mega Hike day cake for every boat ticket purchased! Call 815-220-1848 for Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well May 19 • Brews, Buds & Blooms Beer Tasting boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at 8:30, 9:00 Event will again be held behind Herman’s in the “salt mines”. Over & 9:30 AM. both days. Finish times are approximately 4:30, 5:00 100 beers and a few other special products will be available to and 5:30 PM. You will board a trolley with a pair of guides and be sample. Special Guest Tangled Roots Brewing will also be on taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. hand, so that you may try their amazing brews. 6 PM – 8 PM Reservations required. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 Herman’s Package Store • 504 West Main Street • Ottawa starvedrocklodge.com pickusottawail.com

April 29 & 30 • Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage May 20 • Earlville’s Cruise Night Join the Starved Rock guides as we hike to overlooks and canyons DJ, food, playground, 50/50 raffle, booths& more, Dash plaques throughout the park enjoying the variety of spring wildflowers and goodie bags for the 1st 200 vehicles. Free NSRA safety in- and sparkling waterfalls at Starved Rock State Park. Learn about spections. Pin striper available. 5:30 PM • Downtown Earlville June 3 • National Trails Day the history and geology of the park. Guided hikes leave the lasallecountycruisers.com Celebrate National Trails Day by hiking with the park naturalist! Starved Rock Visitor Center at 9 AM & 1 PM each day. Hike to the top of Starved Rock and into the bottom of French Starved Rock Visitor Center • starvedrockstatepark.org May 20 • Kids’ Fishing Expo at Baker Lake Canyon. Learn about the history and geology of the park. Meet at FREE beginning fishing how-to clinic for boys and girls ages 6 and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. 10-11:30AM up. 8 AM – 2 PM • Baker Lake • Peru Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 better-fishing-assoc.org starvedrockstatepark.org

May 20 • Reunion of TBM Avengers • Salute to Veterans June 9 • Relay for Life This all-day event will feature TBM Avengers and many other Streator City Park • Streator • streator.org warbirds, which are gathering to honor and pay tribute to veter- ans of all conflicts. This event will feature flight demonstrations, JUNE 9 - 11 • 2 RIVERS WINE FESTIVAL formation flying, and simulated torpedo runs. Bring your camera! Wine, food, lobster and the sweet sounds of jazz! RAIN OR SHINE, April 30 • Dirty Mudd’r Bike Race Food and refreshments will be available for purchase on the air- we will keep you dry! Friday 5-10 PM, Saturday Noon- 10 PM, Sun- Contact Bob for more information at 815-674-7666 • Marilla Park port grounds. Illinois Valley Regional Airport • Peru • peru.il.us day Noon-5 PM • For more information, go to Streator • streator.org ottawa2riverswinefest.com May 20 • Food Truck Festival Food, vendors, music, and beer garden • 12-7 PM June 10 & 11 • Utica Garden Club Faire MAY Downtown Streator • streator.org Huge Plant Sale & Craft Faire • Rain or Shine For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and Annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables. Both days include a dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. May 21 • The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style self-guided tour of private gardens. Cash or check only. Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams Sat. 9 AM - 4 PM • Sun. 9 AM - 3 PM • Exit #81 on I-80 May 6 • May Mansion Market are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 Mill St & Clark St • Utica • 815-667-4856 Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org starvedrocklodge.com uticagardenclub.org • utica-il.gov Event Calendar ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 43 ILLINI STATE PARK • ZIPLINING • BOATING • CAMPING • PUBLIC POOL Paddleboard &

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44 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM June 11 • Thrilla at Marilla Mountain Bike Race the Prairie Shipyard. Historic displays & tours, live bands, Ship- Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. The second round of the IL State Championship XC Race Series on yard Shuffle 5K & Fun Run, kids’ activities, carnival, fireworks, and LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org the newly established trail at Marilla Park. Contact Bob Sandy at more! Downtown Seneca • 815-795-7573 815-674-7666 • streator.org senecashipyarddays.com • senecail.org July 4 • Sheridan’s 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Parade is at 2 PM • Sheridan • sheridan-il.us June 11 • The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style JUNE 22 - 25 • CELEBRATE LASALLE Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams Fireworks, car show, beer garden, carnival, live music, food, and July 4 • Sheridan American Legion Annual Patriotic Cruise are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 craft & vendor fair. 2nd Street • Downtown LaSalle • lasalle-il.gov This year also includes motorcycles. Food and beverages available. starvedrocklodge.com 3-6 PM • 300 E Si Johnson Avenue • Sheridan • sheridan-il.us June 23 • Music in the Park June 11 - 17 • POCO-A-POCO Summer Music Camp Music provided by Power house DJ • 7 PM - 9 PM JULY 6 - 9 • STREATOR’S 4TH - AMERICA’S BEST Park Presbyterian Church • For more information, contact Kate Knudson Park • Lincoln Street • Marseilles • cityofmarseilles.com Beer garden, entertainment, and more. Carnival at Northpoint Tombaugh • katetombaugh.com• Streator • streator.org Plaza. Saturday, July 9th - the best fireworks will be held in a 30th June 24 • Historical Photo Scavenger Hunt anniversary special fireworks extravaganza that pays tribute to June 14 - 18 • Lion’s Club Carnival Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org the music of all three decades of our celebration. The parade and Jordan Block • Ottawa • pickusottawail.com Auto Lotto drawing is on Sunday, July 10th. • streators4th.org June 24 • Kayaking 101 June 16 • Movie in the Park Learn to kayak with Kayak Morris, instruction followed by kayak- JULY 6 - 9 • SUMMER FUN FEST Rain Date: June 18 • Centennial Park • Peru • peru.il.us ing along the bluffs at Starved Rock. Meet at Lone Point Shelter Musical entertainment, food and beverage court, carnival and at the east end of Starved Rock State Park, $39 rental fee each. midway, children’s activities, kiddie parade, water fights, craft and June 16 • Ottawa’s Cruise Night 9-11:30 AM Registration required starting May 1 at vendor fair, car show, fireworks, and more. See oglesbyfunfest.com Check out the antique and custom cars during the city’s annu- kayakmorris.com/starved-rock-kayak-tour. for more details and a complete list of musical acts. al Cruise Night! Over 100 different models of cars will line the Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 Municipal Pool Grounds • Oglesby •oglesbyfunfest.com streets! 6-10 PM • Downtown Ottawa • lasallecountycruisers.com starvedrockstatepark.org July 12 - 16 • LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair June 16 - 18 • More on 34 Ottawa flowers ©[email protected] Wed. @ 7 PM - Broken Horn Rodeo • Thurs. and Fri. @ 7 PM - Illini From Galesburg to Aurora, this is the largest yard sale in Illinois! State Pullers Truck and Tractor Pulls • Sat. @ 7 PM - Ramer Race 150-mile yard sale along Route 34. Miles and miles of treasures Promotions’ Demolition Derby • Sat. afternoon - Rob Thompson, to be found. • moreon34.com Funny Magic Guy • Fri., Sat., Sun. - livestock shows • Thurs. thru Sun. - 4-H projects will be on display • Gate - $10 per day or June 17• Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run purchase a season pass for $25 • LaSalle County Fairgrounds Exit 97 on Interstate 80 • Riverside Plaza • Marseilles 1548 North 2725th Rd (4-H Road) • 815-200-3913 cityofmarseilles.com web.extension.illinois.edu/blmp/lasalle4h/

June 17 • Touch A Truck JULY 13-16 • MARSEILLES FUN DAYS This event provides a close-up and hands-on experience of all June 25 • Sunrise Rotary Garden Walk A fun-packed weekend of events for all ages! Main Street Car sorts of big trucks including fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, Beautiful gardens in and around Ottawa! Get ideas for your own Cruise from 5-8 PM on Saturday, July 16. Stay afterwards to enjoy construction, farm, military vehicles, wreckers, cement trucks, and garden, plus enjoy a day of appreciating the outdoors. 1–4 PM food, drinks, and bands until midnight. 10 AM-3 PM. many more. Great family event. Concession and bouncy inflatables. 100 West Lafayette Street • Ottawa • pickusottawail.com Sunday • Fun in the Summer Sun Noon - 4 PM • Centennial Park • Peru • peru.il.us Games, crafts, and water related activities. 11 AM-3 PM • Crafters JULY from 10 AM - 3 PM. Knudson Park • Marseilles June 17 • Lock 14 Kids’ Fishing Tournament cityofmarseilles.com For boys and girls. Two age groups: 4-12 & 13-15. Bring your For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and tackle: one pole and one hook. No artificial lures. Bait will be fur- dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. July 15 & 16 • Historic Quilt Turn Down nished. Prizes awarded. 9 - 11 AM • Lock 14, I & M Canal JULY 1 • PLUTO FEST Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org LaSalle • better-fishing-assoc.org This celebration features local homebrew tasting, musical enter- tainment, vendors, food booths, and Kid’s Corner. 10 AM-4 PM July 16 • The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style June 18 • Father’s Day Boat Tours on the I&M Canal Streator City Park • Streator • streator.org Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams Travel back in time to 1848 on the replica-packet boat “The Vol- are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 unteer” at Lock 14 in LaSalle. Treat Dad to a special day and enjoy July 1 - 4 • Freedom Fest Boogie starvedrocklodge.com your adventure on the historic I&M Canal. The period-clothed Fourth of July festival with fireworks on Saturday night. Captain and Crew tell the story of the Canal. All Fathers will re- Skydive Chicago • Ottawa • 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com July 21 • Peek into LaSalle ceive a FREE Lock 16 Gift with the purchase of a I&M Canal Boat Come out for an Art & Wine Stroll and see all that LaSalle has to Ticket. Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. July 2 • 4th of July Fireworks offer. Wine tasting at LaSalle State Bank parking lot then stroll LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Utica • utica-il.gov downtown. Participating businesses will have an artist in res- idence to display their artwork. Downtown condos can also be June 20 • Summer Solstice July 3 • 4th of July Fireworks Display toured. All of this as you listen to live music. Proceeds to LaSalle Float gently down the I&M Canal, while soaking in the sun’s rays Rain Date: July 4 • Peru • peru.il.us Business Association and North Central Illinois ART Works. on the longest day of the year. Travel back in time to 1848 on Downtown LaSalle • lasalle-il.gov the replica-packet boat “The Volunteer” at Lock 14 in LaSalle. July 4 • 4th of July Fireworks Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. Mendota • mendotachamber.com July 21-22 • Mardi Gras in July LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Authentic Cajun and creole, music and food, giveaways and more! July 4 • 4th of July Fireworks Music by Dennis Stroughmatt and Creole Stomp. During business Our unique venue offers viewing from the high school bleachers hours at Cajun Connection. 897 E US Hwy 6 • Utica all the way to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either on 815-667-9855• ronscajunconnection.com shore or in your boat. 211 East Main Street • Ottawa pickusottawail.com July 29 • Ag Day Activities held throughout the day celebrating agriculture in Illi- July 4 • Independence Day on the I&M Canal nois. The event is open to the public and admission is free! Celebrate the 4th of July on the I&M Canal aboard “The Volun- Streator City Park • Streator • streator.org teer”, the 1848 replica-packet boat. The American Midwest was transformed with the introduction of a waterway that stretched July 29 • Cruise Night 96 miles from Chicago to LaSalle, IL. Sit on the open-air deck or Cars, trucks, tractors, and motorcycles. Dash plaques for the first JUNE 21 - 24 • SENECA SHIPYARD DAYS in the enclosed cabin. Wear red, white and/or blue and receive a 100 cars. Rain or shine • 2-6 PM • Norway Celebrating Seneca’s rich history and its role in WWII as home to free Lock 16 gift with the purchase of an I&M Canal Boat Ticket.

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JUNE 11-17 POCO-A-POCO Summer Music Camp

JULY 1 Pluto Fest

JULY 6-9 Streator July 4th Celebration

JULY 29 Ag Day

SEPTEMBER 2 Roamer Cruise Night & Car Show

NOVEMBER 25 Keeping Christmas Close to Home

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46 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM August 18 - 20 • Women’s State Record (50-Jumpers) Saturday • Jazz’N the Street 50 belly-jumping skydivers will link to form a massive network This one-day gathering will feature a variety of jazz musicians, of jumpers. The largest formation for women in the state to date. as well as a wine and imported beer garden and food vendors. Skydive Chicago • Ottawa • 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com This family-friendly festival will end with fireworks at 9:30 PM. 4 PM - 10 PM • Downtown LaSalle AUGUST 19 • MAUD POWELL ARTS CELEBRATION lasalle-il.gov • lasallebusiness.org Join the City of Peru in celebrating the life of legendary violinist Maud Powell. A morning children’s performance will be followed SEPTEMBER 9 • MARSEILLES RENAISSANCE FAIRE JULY 29-AUGUST 6 • SUMMERFEST BOOGIE by an evening filled with local musicians and artists. All festivities Music, crafts, games, era displays, and food • 10AM - 6PM Our biggest boogie of the year! The essential skydiving event of are free and open to the public. Downtown Peru • peru.il.us Knudson Park • Lincoln Street • Marseilles • cityofmarseilles.com every year. Jumpers from around the world attend to skydive for a whole week with entertainment and events every night. August 20 • The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style September 9 & 10 • Royal Princess Tea Skydive Chicago • Ottawa • 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 AUGUST starvedrocklodge.com September 10 • Crosley Car Show 8 AM - 4 PM • Carey Memorial Park • Utica • utica-il.gov For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and August 25 • I & M Canal National Heritage Area Anniversary dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. The Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area celebrates September 16 • Chamber Car Show & Cruise its anniversary! In August 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed Mendota • mendotachamber.com AUGUST 1 - 6 • SUMMERFEST BOOGIE See listing in July for more info. a bill establishing the first National Heritage Area in the nation. Skydive Chicago • Ottawa • 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com This “new kind of national park” was the first explicit marriage September 16 • Autumn Migratory Bird Hike of preservation, conservation, recreation, and economic devel- Join the park naturalist and local bird expert Tom Williams as we opment. The LaSalle Canal Boat celebrates the anniversary with hike to seek out resident birds and greet our fall migrators. Bring August 2 • Myrna Loy’s Birthday Visit the Weber House & Garden today and hear personal stories I&M Canal Tours aboard the replica canal boat “The Volunteer”. your binoculars and your favorite field guide. Hike lasts 2 hours. about this legendary movie star from her friend Ted Weber. Open Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. 7:30AM - 9:30AM • Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 every day 10 AM - 5 PM. Please call ahead; Unscheduled closings LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org starvedrockstatepark.org are possible. Weber House & Garden • Streator 815-672-8327 • weberhouseandgarden.com August 26 • Prairie Shipyard Cruise Night September 16 • Fiber in the Park For cars, trucks, motorcycles, and antique tractors. Food, entertain- This annual event features wool, mohair, alpaca and natural fibers ment, 50/50 Raffle. Dash plaques to first 200 entries. 5–10 PM for spinners and crafters. There will be yarn, weaving, spinning, AUGUST 2 - 6 • OTTAWA’S RIVERFEST Let’s rock on the river! Music, carnival rides, art shows, craft and senecacruise@gmail • Downtown Seneca • 847-701-5789 crocheting, and felting supplies for sale and demonstrations. Food flea markets, kids’ activities, sidewalk sales, and the famous Taste facebook.com/senecacruise • senecail.org and live music. 3rd Sat in September • 9 AM - 4 PM of Ottawa. You are sure to find something for everyone. The pa- Shabbona Park • 4178 County Highway 22 • Earlville rade is Sunday at 1 PM. Downtown Ottawa • ottawariverfest.org SEPTEMBER fiberinthepark.org For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and August 4 • Moe the Mule’s Birthday Celebration dinner lectures, see page 41 For farmers markets, see page 25. Celebrate Moe’s birthday at Lock 14 aboard the I&M Canal Boat. Moe, the beloved Canal Boat Mule, pulls the canal boat down the September 1-15 • Sweet Autumn Clematis Festival I&M Canal as he walks on the canal path. We invite you to cele- See hundreds of feet of walls covered in Autumn Clematis fol- brate Moe’s birthday with him and enjoy a peaceful ride along the lowed by punch in Luther Hall. The Autumn Clematis should I&M Canal. FREE piece of birthday cake for every boat ticket pur- bloom for two weeks. Open every day 10 AM - 5 PM • Please chased! Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. call ahead; Unscheduled closings are possible. Weber House & LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Garden • Streator • 815-672-8327 • weberhouseandgarden.com SEPTEMBER 16 & 17 • VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL August 5 & 6 • Art in the Park Fine Art Show September 2 • Roamer Cruise Night and Car Show Twenty-eight wineries will be participating in one of the state’s The Art in the Park Fine Art Show is a juried and judged show Held in the downtown business district and Streator City Park. largest festivals of Illinois wines. Bring your blankets and lawn and sale featuring area artists and artisan, exhibiting works in oil Featuring cars, food, music, prizes and old-fashioned family fun. chairs and enjoy great wine, food, music, and beautiful Matthies- painting, acrylics, pastels, graph, illustrations, pottery, glass, wood- The car show begins at 9 AM in the park and concludes at 3 sen State Park. Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM • Sunday Noon - 5 PM working, metals, jewelry and much more. 9 AM - 4 PM PM with trophies awarded. Cars will cruise the downtown from Mattheissen State Park • RT 178 • Oglesby • vintageillinois.com Washington Park • Ottawa • ottawaartleague.org 6-10 PM Saturday evening. On display will be a 1917 Roamer, originally produced in Streator. Downtown Streator & Streator September 17 • Half-St. Patrick’s Day August 6 • Ottawa’s Annual Car Show City Park • 815-672-2055 • streator.org The I&M Canal, hand-dug by Irish immigrants, was designed to be Come check out this spectacular car show! Open to all cars, trucks, 60 feet wide and 6 feet deep. Eleven significant towns developed and motorcycles. Vehicle registration takes place from 8 AM. September 2 • Birds of Prey Live along the I&M Canal, six of them founded by the canal commis- 10 AM - 5 PM • Lincoln Douglas Parking Lot • Ottawa Save Our American Raptors will be on hand with live birds of sioners, including: Ottawa, Chicago, LaSalle, Lockport, DuPage/ lasallecountycruisers.com prey! See birds of prey such as falcons, owls, and hawks up close and learn about the impressive adaptations and behaviors of Channahon, and Morris. Take a tour aboard “The Volunteer”, the these remarkable birds. Program starts at 11 AM & 1 PM replica canal boat on the historic I&M Canal. Call 815-220-1848 Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org starvedrockstatepark.org September 17 • The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style September 4 • Labor Day at Lock 14 in LaSalle Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams Take a round-trip journey on a mule-pulled, full-size replica canal are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 boat. The tour will take you on the same hand-dug waterway that starvedrocklodge.com 19th century pioneers traveled. Your guides, dressed as canal era AUGUST 10 - 13 • SWEET CORN FESTIVAL crew, will take you back in time to life on the American frontier September 23 & 24 • Mega Hike Carnival, parade, queen pageant, 200+ vendors, flea market, food and the Illinois prairie. Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well, booths, beer garden, and live bands. FREE Del Monte Sweet Corn reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the lodge at 8:30, 9, & is served Sunday afternoon. Downtown Mendota 9:30 AM both days. Finish times are approx. 4:30, 5, & 5:30 PM. sweetcornfestival.com SEPTEMBER 8 & 9 • LASALLE’S MUSIC FESTIVAL Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch, and a Friday • BBQ & Blues specially-designed performance t-shirt. Reservations required. August 12 • National Farmers Market Day We’ll be celebrating with bands, BBQ & Rib Cook-Off Contest. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com Activities include a petting zoo, educational classes, special ven- Held on 1st Street between Marquette & Gooding in historic La- dors, and live music at Plumb Pavilion. Admission is free. Salle. Enjoy blues through 11 PM or so. Don’t forget to grab some Streator City Park • Streator • streator.org legendary BBQ from one of our vendors! 4 PM - 11 PM

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The festival’s signature dish is burgoo , a pioneer dish side a “mad scientist’s lab” and must work together to uncover is partially funded by the Illinois Valley Fine Arts Trust 9 AM - 5 PM. consisting of beef, chicken, , and vegetables, which is cooked clues, solve puzzles to free themselves, and save the world. 11 AM For more information, contact Bob Wills at 815-634-4086. Starved over an open fire throughout the night. For more information, call 815-883-3389 or visit oglesbyscram- Rock Room & Great Hall • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com Saturday • 11 AM - 6 PM ble.com. Oglesby • oglesbyscramble.com Canal Market • over 100 vendors 1 PM until 7 PM • Antique Car September 28 • Oktoberfest Matinee Show along with live music October 21 • Zombie Pub Crawl A celebration of Germany! Food, beer, wine, and music. Join the Sunday • 9 AM - 5 PM • 375+ vendors • Live music When the sun goes down, the zombies come out. A fun evening fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of German Downtown Utica • 815-667-4861 sponsored by Oglesby’s pubs and taverns with a cash prize draw- foods and listen to German music. 11:30 AM • Starved Rock Lodge lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org ing at the end of the night for those who visit each stop on the 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com tour. Most stops will offer season-inspired drink specials with October 8 • Lincoln Day on the I&M Canal some venues offering musical entertainment. Zombie attire is SEPTEMBER 30 • SCARECROW FESTIVAL Mary Todd Lincoln hosts this very special canal boat series! Join optional. 6 to 10 PM • Downtown Oglesby • 815-883-3389 This annual festival has something to offer every member of the us as you are pulled by a live mule gently up the I&M Canal. You’ll oglesbyscramble.com family! From a petting zoo to face painting to bouncy houses. board the 76 by 15-foot full-size replica of the 19th century canal Over 75 booths • 10 AM – 4 PM • Downtown Ottawa boats that once carried passengers on the I&M Canal! Listen to October 21 • Halloween Parade pickusottawail.com stories about President Lincoln’s trip down the I&M Canal and the 2 PM • Rotary Park • Peru • peru.il.us Lincoln’s family life in 1848. Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule OCTOBER and reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and October 8 - 9 • Oktoberfest Dinners dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. Food, beer, wine, and music from 5-7 PM. A celebration of Germa- ny! Join the fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of October • Fall Colors Trolley Tour German foods and listen to German music. Starved Rock Lodge Mondays 11 AM & Saturdays 9:30 AM & 11 AM 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year. Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, hot lunch in our rustic October 10 • Tea at Lock 16 October 21 & 22 • Falls Colors Weekend Main Dining Room, and guided scenic walk to Council Over- Tea has been enjoyed for centuries, and it has been touted as a Join the Starved Rock guides as we hike to overlooks and canyons hang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and will miracle cure and one of the most potent health drinks. Spend to view the spectacular colors of fall. Learn about the history and take 45 minutes. This tour is not recommended for individuals the afternoon with friends in our charming Vintage Room sip- geology of Starved Rock. Hike leaves from the Starved Rock Visi- with limited mobility. Reservation required. ping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sandwich- tor Center at 9 PM & 1 PM. Hikes are free! Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com es, scones, sweet treats and more. Reservations are required. Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 2PM - 4 PM • Call for information or reservations. 815-220-1848 starvedrockstatepark.org October • Fright Trail 6 Lock 16 Visitor Center • LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Fridays and Saturdays in October October 26 • National Mule Day Opens at 5:00. Trail opens at dusk for the guided walking tour October 12 • Celebration of Kukla, Fran and Ollie Mule Day is an annual celebration of all things related to mules. 20-25 minutes • All ages • Food is available for purchase. Fun, Hear stores about Burr Tilstrom, Fran Allision and all the kukl- The LaSalle Canal Boat Mules Moe & Joe pull the full-size replica entertainment, and games. Cedar Creek Ranch apolitan players from their friend, Ted Weber. canal boat down the historic I&M Canal. Come celebrate Moe & 815-481-3337 • ccrstables.com Open every day 10 AM - 5 PM • Please call ahead; Unscheduled Joe and receive a free carrot to feed them with every purchase of October 1 • Hike for a Cure closings are possible. Weber House & Garden • Streator a I&M Canal Boat ticket! This tour offers its passengers a glimpse Depart from the Back Door Lounge at Starved Rock Lodge for four 815-672-8327 • weberhouseandgarden.com into a bygone era and the heritage of the Irish immigrants who guided hikes at 9, 9:30, 10, or 10:30 AM or take your own personal dug the canal by hand in Illinois’ pioneer days. Call 815-220-1848 hike to the top of Starved Rock in support of a cure for breast October 13 & 14 • Ghosts of Ottawa Past for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org cancer. $20 donation includes: a t-shirt, light breakfast, and HOPE Ghost stories at Reddick Mansion and a walking tour of Ottawa’s stone to carry on the hike. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 notorious haunted spots. Reddick Mansion • Ottawa October 27 & 28 • Haunted Boat Tours starvedrocklodge.com 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org Take a haunted boat tour up the canal and hear spooky stories on-board. Fun for all ages. Kids activities at Lock 14 near the boat October 1 • Angel of Hope dock. Advanced reservations are recommended, since space is 10AM - 5 PM • Downtown Utica • utica-il.gov limited. Call 815-220-1848 for boat schedule and reservations. Lock 16 Visitor Center • LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org October 5 • Coal, Shale, & Ironstone: Geology of Mazon Creek Enjoy a 3-course meal and an interesting presentation about Ma- October 27 - 29 • UFPD Haunted House zon Creek – the world’s great Lagerstätten or Mother Lodes. This 6-10 PM • Utica • utica-il.gov Dinner Lecture highlights the importance of Mazon Creek in un- derstanding the story of our planet, specifically the Pennsylvanian October 28 • Creatures of the Night Period. Reservation Required. 815-220-1848 October 15 - 16 • Oktoberfest Dinners Save Our American Raptors will bring several live owls. Lock 16 Visitor Center • LaSalle • lasallecanalboat.org Food, beer, wine, and music from 5-7 PM. A celebration of Germa- 11 AM - Noon and 1-2 PM • Starved Rock Visitor Center ny! Join the fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of 815-667-4726 • starvedrockstatepark.org October 7 & 8 • Rookiefest German foods and listen to German music. Starved Rock Lodge Rookie skydivers train all year and compete in one weekend of 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com October 28 • Haunted Halloween Hikes & Storytelling. planned dives and moves. Winner take all! Skydive Chicago Hike with a naturalist to the top of Starved Rock. Hear haunted Ottawa • 815-433-0000 • skydivechicago.com October 20 - 22 • UFPD Haunted House tales and meet the Pink Lady. Hike leaves at 5 PM and 6 PM. Kids 6-10 PM • Utica • utica-il.gov crafts will be 5-7 PM. Storytelling with Bill Myers will be 7-8 PM. Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 OCTOBER 21 • HARVEST FEST starvedrockstatepark.org Craft and vendor show, free entertainment and an old-fashioned bonfire, wiener roast, and children’s craft activities. For more in- NOVEMBER formation, call 815-883-3389. 11 AM - 5 PM • Downtown Oglesby Oglesby • oglesby.il.us • oglesbyscramble.com For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. October 21 • The Scramble/Mobile Escape Room November 21 - January 1 • Celebration of Lights Oglesby’s own “Amazing Race” that has teams crisscrossing the Rotary Park • LaSalle • lasalle-il.gov

48 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM November 5 • Veterans Day Parade Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 4 PM • 100 block of December 1 - 29 • 18th Century Christmas Come honor veterans from all over the area. This is one parade West Jackson St. adjacent to Washington Square Park • Ottawa Visitors will enjoy Christmas as celebrated in the 18th century you don’t want to miss! 1 PM • Downtown Utica • 815-274-4123 pickusottawail.com with candlelit rooms and tables laden with cakes and sweet uticapost731.com • utica-il.gov meats. By appointment. Weber House & Garden • Streator December 9 • Old Town Farmer’s Christmas Market 815-672-8327 • weberhouseandgarden.com November 10 • Leinenkugel Dinner 8 AM - 4 PM • 807 LaSalle Street • Ottawa • pickusottawail.com This fun evening includes a dinner with all dishes made with December 16 – 23 • Christmas Trolley Lights Tour Leinenkugel beer. You will also be able to taste the Leinenkugel Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the La- December 10 • Christmas Walk beer variety. There will be chances to win great prizes–including 1-4 PM • Downtown Utica • utica-il.gov Salle, Peru, Oglesby, and Utica area. Let our staff plan the route one grand prize. Must be present to win! • 6:30 PM and do the driving, so you can enjoy light displays in our ful- Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com ly-enclosed trolley. Reservations required. 6 PM - 8 PM December 16 • Breakfast with Santa Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com Join the jolliest man himself, as well as the Mrs., for a breakfast November 11 • Veterans Day Ceremony buffet at Starved Rock Lodge. Following breakfast, you’ll be treat- 11 AM • Washington Park • Peru • peru.il.us December 1 • Candlelight Tour ed to Magic by Cory. Also attending will be Grace, a white tailed Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org deer from the Furry Friends. 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM • Please call for reservations. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 December 1 - 3 • Chris Kringle Market starvedrocklodge.com The market will have 20 vendor huts featuring locally created works of art and small Christmas items hand crafted by local December 23 • Santa Parade in the Village artisans. Traditional German holiday foods, beverages, and baked 6PM • Utica • utica-il.gov goods. Other activities will likely include: carriage rides, ice sculpting demonstrations, live reindeer, and more. Friday 4-9 PM, December 26-29 • Marseilles Holiday Tournament Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 4 PM • 100 block of Marseilles • cityofmarseilles.com West Jackson St. adjacent to Washington Square Park • Ottawa pickusottawail.com December 30 • Holiday Storytelling with Bill Myers November 17 • A Sparkling Night at the Mansion Bill Myers, local Illinois Valley storyteller, will be spinning his hol- Sip champagne and enjoy chocolate treats while previewing the December 2 • Holiday Magic in Marseilles iday tales at the Starved Rock Visitor Center. 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM lovely Christmas decorations and learning about the history of Holiday light parade kicks off at 5:30 PM. Santa will be at Labor Starved Rock Visitor Center • 815-667-4726 the Reddick Mansion. Reddick Mansion • Ottawa Local #393 from 6 PM - 8 PM. Visit Santa and make and take crafts starvedrockstatepark.org 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org for everyone • Food and beverages available for purchase. Labor Local 393 • Main Street • Marseilles • cityofmarseilles.com November 24 • Festival of Lights Parade Celebrate the holiday season with the lighting up of historic December 2 • Pearl Harbor Day Parade Washington Square Park! A visit from Santa, a holiday parade, 11:30 AM • Water Street • Peru • peru.il.us and festive decorations make this Ottawa tradition a memory to cherish! Parade begins at 6 PM. All events are weather permitting. December 2 • Christmas Parade Downtown Ottawa • pickusottawail.com 1:30 PM • Begins at the Peru Library and ends at the Peru Munic- ipal Building. Peru • peru.il.us November 25 • Keeping Christmas Close to Home Features the annual lighting of downtown for the Christmas December 2 • A Mendota Christmas A LOOK AHEAD TO 2018 holiday, lighted parade through the main street, live music, food, Mendota • mendotachamber.com For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and marketplace, toy drive, and a special visit by Santa. For event times dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. and locations, visit streator.org. Downtown Streator December 3 • Santa Fly-In 1:30 PM • Illinois Valley Regional Airport • Peru • peru.il.us JANUARY 2018 November 26 • Xmas in the Village • 1st • First Day Hike • Starved Rock Visitor Center 2-4:30 PM • Utica • utica-il.gov December 3 • LaSalle’s Miracle on 1st Street • 7th • Starved Rock Lodge Bridal Expo Breakfast with Santa at Lock 16, Canal Market, Santa’s Workshop, • 14th • Sled Dog Demos & Seminars • LaSalle Room November 30 • Illinois Trail Markers holiday tours at the Hegeler Carus Mansion, Christmas movies, • 20st & 21st • Winter Wilderness Weekend Enjoy a 3-course meal and an interesting presentation about ear- carriage and fire truck rides, and more! 8 AM – 4 PM • 27th & 28th • Eagle Watch Weekend ly Illinois transportation. The Native Americans had a widespread Downtown LaSalle • lasalle-il.gov trail system in place and the Trail Marker Trees served as exit FEBRUARY 2018 • 3rd & 4th • Cross-Country Ski Weekend • Matthiessen State Park signs off these land and water routes bringing them to areas of December 7 & 8 • Christmas Tea at Lock 16 Starved Rock Visitor Center • starvedrockstatepark.org specific interest – much like the exit signs today. Reservation Re- Spend the afternoon with friends in our charming Vintage Room • 18th • Sled Dog Demos & Seminars • LaSalle Room quired. 815-220-1848 • Lock 16 Visitor Center • LaSalle sipping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sand- Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com lasallecanalboat.org wiches, scones, sweet treats, and more. Reservations required. • Winter Wine Walk • Utica • utica-il.gov 2-4 PM at Lock 16 Visitor Center • LaSalle • Call 815-220-1848 • Mardi Gras Parade • Utica • utica-il.gov DECEMBER for information or reservations. lasallecanalboat.org For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and MARCH 2018 December 8 • Candlelight Tour • St. Pat’s Parade • Utica • utica-il.gov dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. Reddick Mansion • Ottawa • 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org December • Guided Winter Hikes APRIL 2018 Saturday & Sunday • Earth Day Hike • Starved Rock Visitor Center Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls starvedrockstatepark.org & eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the Lodge to pick • Mega Hike • Starved Rock Lodge • starvedrocklodge.com up a snack and a Starved Rock backpack. The tour concludes at the • Easter Egg Hunts • Ottawa, Utica, Skydive Chicago lodge about 2 PM. In the event of ice and snow, we advise YakTrax • 28th & 29th • Wildflower Pilgrimage for extra traction. The hike is approximately 4.5 miles. Remember to Starved Rock Visitor Center • starvedrockstatepark.org bring binoculars and camera. Advanced reservations are required. Starved Rock Lodge • 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com December 8 - 10 • Chris Kringle Market For more information on these 2018 events, go to The market will have 20 vendor huts featuring locally created enjoylasallecounty.com in December 2017/January 2018. December 1 - January 1 • Celebration of Lights works of art and small Christmas items hand crafted by local Rotary Park • LaSalle • lasalle-il.gov artisans. Traditional German holiday foods, beverages, and baked VISIT ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM goods. Other activities will likely include: carriage rides, ice sculpting demonstrations, live reindeer, and more. Friday 4-9 PM, FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION

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SEE US FOR COMPLIMENTARY PROFESSIONAL FITTINGS, Over 200 Quality Dealers quality bras, swimwear, shapewear, mastectomy bras and prostheses, nursing bras, and bridal foundations Handicapped Accessible European sizing featuring bands in 30 to 52” and cups AA-K. Single Level

M-F • 10 AM – 5 PM 9:30am - 5:30am • 7 days a week Thurs • 10 AM – 7 PM 2702 May Road, Peru Sat • 9 AM – 3 PM (Located on North side of 1-80 between exit 73 & 75) Sun • Noon -4 PM

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Home of “Stuffed JOBST MONUMENTS & GIFTS Bread on Thursdays!”

UNIQUE INDOOR & OUTDOOR GIFTS Open M-F • 10-5 | Saturday 10-3

Soup & Salads 402 W. Grant Street 402 W. Main Street • Ottawa Subs & More Streator, IL 61364 Across from Knights of Columbus Party Platters 815-672-2167 Homemade Desserts hours: 815-433-0310 Mon-Thur 8:30am - 6pm Daily Specials Fri-Sat 8:30am - 2pm Closed Sundays See What We Offer On Facebook

OPEN MON-SAT 10-5 • CALL FOR HOLIDAY HOURS OTTAWADEJAVU Norway Store & Restaurant Specializing in Scandinavian Foods DEJA VU ~Specials~ Thursday Unique Gifts & Decor Broasted Chicken and Ribs! Sunday Jewelry & Handbags Bath & Body All You Can Eat HOURS Breakfast Buffet! Door Co. Coffees M-F • 5 AM-8 PM First Wednesday Quality Florals SAT • 6 AM-8 PM of every month Cards & Candles SUN • 8 AM-5 PM come enjoy our Norwegian Buffet! 3654 N 71 | Sheridan 716 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA • 815-434-2836 815-496-2669 Norway Store

52 | ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Directory ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING ENTERTAINMENT REDDICK MANSION • SEE AD PG 37 CLARKS RUN CREEK GIFTS & WINE • SEE AD PG 52 100 WEST LAFAYETTE STREET • OTTAWA 143 MILL STREET • UTICA CEDAR CREEK RANCH • SEE AD PG 20-21 815-433-6100 • reddickmansion.org 815-691-8047 • clarksruncreek.com 249 EAST IL ROUTE 71 • CEDAR POINT 815-481-3337 • ccrstables.com SENECA AREA HISTORY MUSEUM • SENECA HISTORICAL GUILD CURIOUS GOODS • SEE AD PG 50 SEE AD PG 20 2973 NORTH IL ROUTE 71 • OTTAWA CHRIS KRINGLE MARKET • SEE AD PG 10 431 NORTH MAIN STREET • SENECA 815-433-2540 • curiousgoodsgifts.com December 1-3 & 8-10 815-769-5077 • senecahistory.com DOWNTOWN OTTAWA DEJA VU • SEE AD PG 52 815-434-2737 • pickusottawail.com TANGLED ROOTS BREWING COMPANY 716 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA SEE AD INSIDE BACK COVER 815-434-2836 • Ottawa Deja Vu GATOR CREEK CRUISE • SEE AD PG 20-21 808-814 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA 249 EAST IL ROUTE 71 • CEDAR POINT 815-324-9549 ELLIS ACE HARDWARE • SEE AD PG 36 815-481-3337 • ccrstables.com tangledrootsbrewingco.com 255 SOUTH MAIN STREET • SENECA 815-357-6144 • ellisacehardware.com QUEST WATERSPORTS • SEE AD PG 44 WESTCLOX • SEE AD PG 16 1851 OLD CHICAGO ROAD • OTTAWA 350 5TH STREET, SUITE 265 • PERU GIRLFRIENDS THE BRA SPECIALIST • SEE AD PG 52 815-433-2200 • questwatersports.com 815-250-0617 • westcloxmuseum.com 4419 NORTH PROGRESS BOULEVARD • PERU 815-780-8151 • girlfriendsbraspecialists.com ILLINOIS GRAPE GROWERS & VINTNERS ASSOCIATION FOR ADDITIONAL MUSEUMS, SEE PGS 32-35 VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL • SEE AD PG 25 GRANT STREET GROCERY • SEE AD PG 52 SEPTEMBER • MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK MARINAS 402 WEST GRANT STREET• STREATOR IL ROUTE 178 • OGLESBY ANCHOR IN MARINA 815-672-2167 815-252-1909 • 217-726-8518 1 EAST DUPONT ROAD • SENECA vintageillinois.com • illinoISwine.com 815-357-1285 • anchorinmarina.com JOBST MONUMENTS AND GIFTS • SEE AD PG 52 402 WEST MAIN STREET • OTTAWA BOAT TOURS HERITAGE HARBOR MARINA 815-433-0310 • Jobst Monuments BELLE OF THE ROCK • STARVED ROCK ADVENTURES 100 HERITAGE HARBOR DRIVE • OTTAWA 1 DEE BENNETT ROAD • OTTAWA 815-433-5000 • heritageharborottawa.com LOCK 16 GIFT SHOP • SEE AD PG 18 815-434-9200 • starvedrockadventures.com 754 FIRST STREET • LASALLE HIDDENCOVE MARINA 815-220-1848 • lasallecanalboat.org • iandmcanal.org DINNER & EVENING CRUISE 219 RIVER DRIVE • SENECA STARVED ROCK LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER 815-357-6869 • thehiddencovemarina.com NORWAY STORE • SEE AD PG 52 2668 EAST 875TH ROAD • OGLESBY 3654 NORTH IL ROUTE 71 • SHERIDAN 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com SPRING BROOK MARINA 815-496-2669 • Norway Store 623 WEST RIVER DRIVE • SENECA I & M CANAL BOAT • SEE AD PG 18 815-357-8666 • springbrookmarina.com PERU ANTIQUE MALL • SEE AD PG 52 754 FIRST STREET • LASALLE 2702 MAY ROAD • PERU 815-220-1848 • lasallecanalboat.org • iandmcanal.org STARVED ROCK MARINA 815-224-9991 1130 NORTH 27TH ROAD • OTTAWA LAND & WATER CRUISE 815-433-4218 • starvedrockmarina.com PERU MALL • SEE AD PG 21 STARVED ROCK LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER 3940 ROUTE 251 • PERU 2668 EAST 875TH ROAD • OGLESBY MOVIE THEATERS 815-223-7600 • perumall.com 815-220-7386 • starvedrocklodge.com CARMIKE CINEMAS PERU MALL 3940 ROUTE 251 • PERU PRAIRIE FOX BOOKS • SEE AD PG 44 CONCIERGE/TOUR GUIDE 815-223-8194 • carmike.com • perumall.com 722 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA STARVED ROCK CONNECTIONS • SEE AD PG 20 815-433-7323 • prairiefoxbooks.com CONTACT JULIE AT 815-883-0232 • starvedrockconnections.com RT 34 DRIVE-IN THEATRE • SEE AD PG 46 4468 EAST 12TH ROAD • EARLVILLE ROCK PAPER SCISSORS • SEE AD PG 44 INDOOR ACTIVITIES 815-246-9700 • rt34drivein.com 712 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. 815-433-4233 • edumaginationist.com SEE AD PG 25 ROXY CINEMAS 106 MILL STREET • UTICA 827 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA ROXIE’S SWEET CONFECTIONS • SEE AD PG 50 815-667-5211 • augusthillwinery.com • iscbubbly.com 815-433-8303 • roxycinemas.com 723 SOUTH CLARK STREET • UTICA 815-343-8317• Roxie’s Sweet Confections ENCHANTED FOREST INDOOR AMUSEMENT PARK STREATOR EAGLE 6 THEATER • SEE AD PG 46 GRIZZLY JACK’S GRAND BEAR RESORT 301 DANNY’S DRIVE • STREATOR STARVED ROCK LODGE GIFT SHOP • SEE AD PG 11 2643 IL ROUTE 178 • UTICA 815-673-7082 • eagletheater.net 2668 EAST 875TH ROAD • OGLESBY 866-399-3866 • grizzlyjacksresort.com 815-667-4211 • starvedrocklodge.com SHOPPING KINDRED SPIRITS DISTILLERY • SEE AD PG 56 STONEHEAD - MOTORCYCLE LEATHER • SEE AD PG 56 AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. • SEE AD PG 25 2958 IL ROUTE 178 • NORTH UTICA 627 CLARK STREET • UTICA 106 MILL STREET • UTICA 815-579-5105 • KindredSpiritsDistilleryIL.com 815-667-3040 • stoneheadleather.com 815-667-5211 • augusthillwinery.com • iscbubbly.com

LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM CAMPUS UNIQUE HOMES CANAL CARGO MARKET • SEE AD PG 56 SEE AD PG 16 “THE LOG HOME PEOPLE” KATAHDIN CEDAR LOG HOMES 737 FIRST STREET • LASALLE 101 EAST CANAL STREET • BOX 278 • UTICA SEE AD PG 36 815-545-6656 815-667-4861 • lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org 339 NORTH 3179TH ROAD • LASALLE 815-223-6050 • katahdincedarloghomes.com PIRATE’S CAY INDOOR WATERPARK • SEE AD PG 18 CLARKS RUN ANTIQUES • SEE AD PG 52 2558 NORTH 3653RD ROAD • SHERIDAN 215 NORTH DIVISION STREET • UTICA 815-496-3292 • PiratesCay.com 815-667-7190 • clarksrunantiques.com

ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM | 53 • Fresh & Clean Beds • Meeting Room Available • Complimentary • 24-Hour Business Center Great stay Hot Breakfast • Indoor Pool & Whirlpool • Complimentary High Speed • Complimentary Jumpstart Whether you are looking for some- Internet Access Fitness Center thing rustic with a fireplace, a cozy bed and breakfast, or a hotel with all Minutes From Starved Rock State Park the amenities, LaSalle County has just 815.220.8400 • 4421 Peoria Street • Peru • hamptoninn.com what you need for a great stay!

- Hot Breakfast - Indoor Pool - High Speed Internet - Guest Laundry * * * Award Winning * Only 5 Miles From Parks * * *

Our Streator hotel is your best lodging choice, with FREE Wifi Pets Welcome unmatched service and remarkable amentities like 100% Smoke Free Micro/Fridge • All Rooms our free, hot, home-style AmericInn Perk breakfast Free Hot Breakfast and free hotel-wide high-speed Internet. Guests also enjoy our inviting indoor pool. Our comforatable guest rooms are equipped with newly updated furnishings, room decor, 40” flat screen TV’s and cozy Serta ® Sleeper Beds. Other guest services include a business center and guest laundry room. The AmericInn Streator will feel like Heated Indoor Pool your home away from home.

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Complimentary Hot Breakfast Weekly Rates Or Whole House Rental Also Available Located just minutes from Free Wifi And HBO Pet Friendly Starved Rock State Park Fitness Room This historic farmhouse is Jacuzzi Suites perfect for romantic getaways! and area attractions. Executive King Suites Restaurants and shops are 4389 Venture Drive ✴ Peru 815-224-9000 Indoor Pool & Hot Tub 2027 E. 2072nd Road • Ottawa • 61350 within walking distance. Refrigerator & Microwave All Rooms laquinta.com 815-579-2368 foxriverbnb.com

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LA QUINTA INNS & SUITES • 815-224-9000 • SEE AD PG 54 KISHAUWAU COUNTRY CABINS • 815-442-8453 ROLLING OAKS CAMPGROUND • 815-496-2334 4389 VENTURE DRIVE • PERU 901 N 2129TH ROAD • TONICA 2743 NORTH 4251ST ROAD • SHERIDAN laquinta.com SEE AD ON BACK COVER KishauwauCabins.com * STARVED ROCK STATE PARK • 815-667-4726 PRAIRIE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB & INN • 815-795-5107 *3 Dog-Friendly Cabins 2570 EAST 950TH ROAD • OGLESBY 2550 NORTH 32ND ROAD • MARSEILLES reserveamerica.com prairielakescc.com LANDERS HOUSE • 815-667-5170 115 EAST CHURCH STREET • UTICA TROLL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND • 815-795-2537 QUALITY INN • 815-433-9600 • 800-228-5150 landershouse.com 2265 NORTH 2453RD ROAD • MARSEILLES 510 EAST ETNA ROAD • OTTAWA trollhollow.com choicehotels.com LORD STOCKING’S BED & BREAKFAST • 815-539-7905 803 THIRD AVENUE • MENDOTA WOODSMOKE RANCH REALTY • 815-357-1338 • SEE AD PG 37 QUALITY INN • 815-223-8585 • 800-228-5150 bbonline.com/united-states/illinois/mendota/lordstockings 2795 EAST 28TH ROAD • SENECA 5240 TROMPETER ROAD • PERU • SEE AD PG 54 woodsmokeranch.com choicehotels.com MARCIA’S BED & BREAKFAST • 815-488-5217 3003 NORTH IL ROUTE 71 • OTTAWA RELAX INN • 815-672-3168 marciasbnb.com 1551 IL ROUTE 23 • STREATOR relaxinnstreator.com RIVER HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST • 815-324-2866 121 EAST PROSPECT AVENUE • OTTAWA SANDS MOTEL • 815-434-6440 ottawariverhouse.com KEY 1215 LASALLE STREET • OTTAWA Complimentary Breakfast sandsmotelottawa.com RIVER LOFT • 815-575-4325 Restaurant 201-1/2 WEST MAIN STREET • OTTAWA Internet Access riverloft.com Fitness Center Pet Friendly Pool

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YOUR STARVED ROCK AREA CABIN GETAWAY!

Kishauwau Country Cabins is the Starved Rock area’s only family run cabin rental property of its kind. If you are looking for the peace and solitude that our property offers, we ASK ABOUT encourage you to give us a call. We are happy to help you plan that special getaway. OUR 3 DOG FRIENDLY Our property is situated on 65 acres of beautiful, wooded property on a bluff above the CABINS Vermilion River. Seventeen luxury cabins in varying sizes –perfect for your next romantic retreat, honeymoon, family vacation, or large family reunion.

Kishauwau Country Cabins • 901 N. 2129th Road • Tonica, Illinois • 815-442-8453 • kishauwaucabins.com