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1 HOME OF STARVED ROCK LaSalle County EDITION ILLINOIS

2 Walk-In Care Vs. Emergency Care The Right When to Use WALK-IN CARE? for minor, non-emergent injuries and illnesses. Convenient Care include: Appointment-Free Economical Short Wait Times Convenient Hours Access to Basic Laboratory Testing and X-Rays Conditions Treated at Convenient Care: Allergies Athlete s Foot and Ring Worm Bladder Infections Bug Bites Cold Sores Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) Coughs and Congestion (Cold Symptoms) Diarrhea Earaches Fever Minor Cuts (That May Need a Few Stitches) Minor Injuries Mild Vomiting/Flu Symptoms Physicals Rashes (Poison Ivy, etc.) Sinus Infections Sore Throat (Strep Testing Available) And More direct patients to the appropriate healthcare provider. In a true emergency, we will transfer patients directly to the ER. What is Considered an EMERGENCY? When you need immediate medical treatment for serious illnesses and injuries, CALL 911. Symptoms that require Emergency Care include: Symptoms of a Heart Attack: Chest Discomfort Discomfort in Other Areas of the Upper Body (Such as in One or Both Arms, the Back, Neck, Jaw, or Stomach) Shortness of Breath Other Signs May Include Breaking Out in a Cold Sweat, Nausea, or Lightheadedness Symptoms of a Stroke: Drooping or Numbness of One Side of the Face Weakness in One Arm Other Urgent Symptoms: Severe/Sudden Onset of Headache Severe Abdominal Pain Head, Neck, or Back Injury Fracture Deep or Large Wound Large Burn Poisoning Pregnancy-Related Problem Convulsions or Seizure Coughing Up or Vomiting Blood Sudden or Unexplained Loss or Altered State of Consciousness Infants Under 8 Weeks with a Fever (815) M - F: 8am - 9pm Weekends/Holidays: 9am - 1pm 1650 Midtown Road Peru (815) M - F: 8am - 9pm Sat: 9am - 2pm 1916 N. Main Street Princeton 600 East First Street Spring Valley aboutsmh.org

3 EDITION LaSalle WINTER EDITION ON Official LaSalle County Visitor Guide For tourism information or additional copies, visit enjoylasallecounty.com. PUBLISHED BY: MCS Advertising Peru, IL mcsadv.com Project Management, Copywriting, Maps & Design: Amy Decker Editing: MCS & Coalition Members Advertising Design: Jaclyn Sonnenberg & Amy Decker Advertising Sales: Julie Alaimo SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GUEST PHOTOGRAPHERS: Sabine Betschart Your Photo World, LTD yourphotoworld.com Charles Bry facebook.com/profile.php?id= Tom Gill Photography lapstrake.blogspot.com Paula Guttilla Hatchett Canyon Photography fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Pat Kelley JPK Photography facebook.com/jpk3photos/ Kevin Knowles Double K Images DoubleKImages.com Seth Morris Photography sethmorrisphotography.com Jackie Novak Photography jackienovakphotography.com Sharon Radford radfordjohnny@yahoo.com Mark Schuver flickr.com/photos/nikon66 Meghan Haleh Welch instagram.com/hawaiianfreckles ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAHY PROVIDED BY: Julie Alaimo, August Hill Winery, Canoe the Vermilion, Kathy Casstevens, Cedar Creek Ranch, City of LaSalle, City of Peru, Clarks Run Creek, Barbara Crew, Amy Decker, Fox Valley Off Road, Gator Creek Cruise, Bob Gillette, Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, Illinois Wine, Kelly Klobucher, LaSalle County Historical Society, Lock 16 Visitor Center, Mendota Area Chamber, Ottawa Visitors Center, Pine Hills Golf Course, Quest Watersports, Reddick Mansion Association, Jeremy Reed, Seneca Historical Guild, Skydive Chicago, Katelyn Stadel, Star Union Spirits, Streator Tourism, Katelyn Talbott, Tangled Roots Brewing Company, Westclox Museum, Zip Chicago A special thanks to the LaSalle County Board for their vision and determination to make LaSalle County a place we all can be proud of. An additional thanks to the LaSalle County Tourism Coalition members for their dedication to LaSalle County and this project LaSalle County Tourism Committee & Coalition. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part, without the written permission of LaSalle County Tourism is prohibited. TOURISM INFORMATION CITY OF LA SALLE SEE AD PG ND STREET LASALLE lasalle-il.gov CITY OF MARSEILLES SEE AD PG LINCOLN STREET MARSEILLES cityofmarseilles.com CITY OF OGLESBY SEE AD PG EAST WALNUT STREET OGLESBY oglesby.il.us.com CITY OF PERU SEE AD PG TH STREET PERU peru.il.us HERITAGE CORRIDOR CVB VISITORS CENTER SEE AD PG EAST US HIGHWAY 6 UTICA heritagecorridorcvb.com I & M CANAL BOAT LOCK 16 VISITOR CENTER SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE lasallecanalboat.org iandmcanal.org ILLINOIS RIVER ROAD SCENIC BYWAY 613 WEST MARQUETTE STREET OTTAWA illinoisriverroad.org ILLINOIS WATERWAY VISITOR CENTER U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS SEE AD PG 44 (Located at Starved Rock Lock & Dam) 950 NORTH 27TH ROAD OTTAWA mvr.usace.army.mil/missions/recreation/illinoiswaterway.aspx MENDOTA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 800 WASHINGTON STREET MENDOTA mendotachamber.com OTTAWA VISITORS CENTER SEE ADS PGS 10 & WEST LAFAYETTE STREET OTTAWA pickusottawail.com STARVED ROCK STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER Exit 81 at Utica on Interstate EAST 873RD ROAD OGLESBY starvedrockstatepark.org LaSalle County ILLINOIS HOME OF STARVED ROCK LaSalle County ILLINOIS HOME OF STARVED ROCK STREATOR TOURISM SEE AD PG SOUTH BLOOMINGTON STREET STREATOR streator.org VILLAGE OF NORTH UTICA SEE AD PG SOUTH CLARK STREET UTICA utica-il.gov VILLAGE OF SENECA SEE AD PG NORTH CASH STREET SENECA senecail.org EMERGENCY MEDICAL ILLINOIS VALLEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SEE AD PG WEST STREET PERU FAST CARE Inside the Peru Walmart CARE TODAY Next to IL Valley YMCA ivch.org MENDOTA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 1315 MEMORIAL DRIVE MENDOTA mendotahospital.org OSF HEALTHCARE URGENT CARE & EMERGENCY SERVICES MENDOTA OTTAWA STREATOR SEE AD PG 2 OSF SAINT ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER 1100 EAST NORRIS DRIVE OTTAWA OSF PromptCare 1614 EAST NORRIS DRIVE OTTAWA OSF PromptCare 1640 FIRST AVENUE OTTAWA SOUTH See ad for additional locations. osfhealthcare.org ST. MARGARET S HEALTHCARE SEE AD ON THE FRONT INSIDE COVER ST. MARGARET S HOSPITAL New and Improved ER 600 EAST FIRST STREET SPRING VALLEY ST. MARGARET S MIDTOWN HEALTH CENTER Convenient Walk-In Care 1650 MIDTOWN ROAD & ROUTE 251 PERU aboutsmh.org POLICE 911 EMERGENCY ILLINOIS STATE POLICE DISTRICT emergency non-emergency LASALLE COUNTY SHERIFF non-emergency THE COVER: EDITION: Kathy Casstevens kathycasstevensphoto.com WINTER EDITION: Your Photo World, LTD yourphotoworld.com Every attempt has been made to verify the information contained in this publication. LaSalle County Tourism and MCS Advertising assume no liability for incorrect, omitted, or outdated information contained herein. To ensure a safe and happy trip, please call ahead to verify information. 5/17 75,000 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 1

4 GETTING SICK DURING YOUR TRAVELING ADVENTURES? OSF HealthCare has your health care needs covered when you are traveling in LaSalle County. Whether you have a cough, sprained ankle, medical emergency or anything in between, we have a variety of health care resources throughout the area to serve you and your family. URGENT CARE CLINICS Designed to assess and treat sudden minor illnesses and injuries OSF PromptCare Ottawa 1614 E. Norris Drive Ottawa, IL Phone: (815) OSF PromptCare Ottawa South st Avenue Ottawa, IL Phone: (815) EMERGENCY SERVICES Designed to treat severe injuries or illnesses OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center 1100 East Norris Drive Ottawa, IL OSF Saint Paul Medical Center 1401 E. 12th Street Mendota, IL OSF Center for Health Streator 111 Spring Street Streator, IL OSF ONCALL 24/7 virtual care visits Designed to treat minor conditions from your tablet or smartphone Visit osfoncall.org for more information osfhealthcare.org

5 contents 4 22 PARKS & RECREATION Starved Rock State Park 4-7 Matthiessen State Park Buffalo Rock State Park 15 Illini State Park 17 I&M Canal State Trail 17 Additional Parks 19 Chills & Thrills 8-9 Winter Gatherings 10 Hiking Tips 16 Crafting Quality & Lifting Spirits State Park Trail Maps and the LaSalle County Scenic Drives and Attractions Map Westclox - Then & Now Fun Activities To Do Outdoors TBM Avengers 40 Calendar of Events Tourism and Emergency Information 1 Golf Courses 18 Coffee Shops 25 Wineries, & Breweries 25 Farmers Markets 25 Festivals and Shows 26 Historic Homes 32 Memorials 33 Museums, Landmarks, and Visitor Centers Directory LET S CONNECT! enjoylasallecounty Opt-In to the Enjoy LaSalle County E-newsletter on the visitor guide page and stay informed on upcoming events. Currently only 5 per year. Visit enjoylasallecounty.com for details, up-to-date events, and additional information. ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 3

6 A cedar waxwing A red-spotted purple butterfly instagram.com/hawaiianfreckles Bluebells in Illinois Canyon An aerial view of Starved Rock State Park facebook.com/jpk3photos A male cardinal radfordjohnny@yahoo.com V oted the #1 attraction in Illinois, Starved Rock State Park is one of the premier publicly held natural areas in all of Illinois. The park has eighteen distinct canyons that were formed out of St. Peter sandstone by glacial melting and the Illinois River. Starved Rock State Park, Visitor Center, and Lodge offer a large variety of activities for you to enjoy, including self-guided and guided hikes, boating, camping, trolley tours, events, live shows, dining, shopping, and much, much more. Part of the history of Starved Rock State Park and its surrounding area is in the legacy of its Native American roots. For 10,000 years, Native American tribes called the area home. The fertile land of Plum Island was an ideal place to farm maize, beans, and other vegetables. The land was also prime hunting ground with bison, wild turkey, deer, beaver, and other animals populating the area. Today, wild turkey and deer still thrive in the park and you can also see evidence of beaver activity on trees along 4 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

7 STARVED ROCK STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER 2678 EAST 873RD ROAD OGLESBY STARVEDROCKSTATEPARK.ORG STARVEDROCKLODGE.COM EASY ACCESS OFF OF I-80 AND I-39 EXIT 81 AT UTICA ON I-80 SEE AREA MAP IN THE CENTERFOLD FOR ALTERNATIVE EXITS the river bank today. However, since bison have not run wild in the area for the greater 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 starvedrockstatepark.org and starvedrocklodge.com and start planning your getaway today! kathycasstevensphoto.com ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 5

8 Starved Rock State Park Wildcat Canyon flickr.com/photos/nikon66 6 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

9 Pathway on top of Starved Rock facebook.com/jpk3photos Fall Colors Autumn in LaSalle County is bursting with color. The landscape is dressed to impress. The forest is dappled with red, orange, and yellow. The fallen leaves create a colorful carpet on the ground. Leaf piles bring much delight to the young and young at heart. What are your plans for the season? Take some time to enjoy the colors of fall. The county s parks and nature areas are great places to experience the joys and beauty of the season. If you would like to learn about basic tree identification, how leaves change color, and the history and geology of Starved Rock, join one of the free guided hikes on October 21-22, 2017, during Fall Colors Weekend. If you would like to take a longer guided hike, Starved Rock Lodge offers a variety of guided hikes throughout the year. 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 season; the canyons are amazing year-round and worth the trip. Ottawa Canyon jackienovakphotography.com ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 7

10 Bald eagle in LaSalle Tonty Canyon lapstrake.blogspot.com 8 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

11 Chills & Thrills Ice climbing in Wildcat Canyon yourphotoworld.com Icefalls Like the intricacy and beauty of every snowflake, every icefall is unique and varies from year to year as the melting precipitation drips down to the surface below. The icefalls develop as layer upon layer of icicles form a column or a wall of ice. In Starved Rock State Park, there are icefalls in the many of the canyons, but the most popular icefalls are found in the St. Louis, French, Wildcat, Tonty, LaSalle, Hennepin, Ottawa, and Kaskaskia Canyons. Icefalls can also be found in Matthiessen State Park at Lake Falls and Cascade Falls. If you love waterfalls, the icefalls are even more amazing to see and are a reason to get out and about in the winter. Bundle up, wear YakTrax for greater traction on the snow and ice and get out and enjoy the beauty of winter in LaSalle County. Ice Climbing If you love adventure, you might want to give ice climbing a try. While rock climbing is strictly prohibited in Starved Rock State Park due to the fragile nature of the St. Peter sandstone, ice climbing is permissible when conditions allow. When circumstances are right, there are various canyons with grand icefalls; however, ice climbing is only allowed in four canyons: Wildcat, Tonty, LaSalle, and Ottawa. All climbers must have a partner and must sign in and out at the park office. Equipment is not available at the park, so be sure to bring your own or find a climbing service that provides the proper gear with the lesson. To verify if conditions are safe for climbing, to get permission to climb or for more information,call Winter Hikes After a newly fallen snow, the commute to work may be frustrating, but the landscape in the woods is as peaceful as it is beautiful. Much like autumn leaves adorn the trees with beauty, the blanket of snow adds a splendor to the forest and canyons that you might not see in the dense foliage of summer. With less to hide behind in the winter, wildlife tends to be easier to spot as well. Guided hikes are available throughout the year in Starved Rock State Park through the Visitor Center and Lodge. During the winter months you will hike to spectacular icefalls and watch the eagles soar and feed. You can call ahead to find out if icefalls are present as they are dependent on precipitation and freezing temperatures. Eagle Watching With a wingspan of six to eight feet, there is nothing more majestic than to experience an American Bald Eagle firsthand in the wild. As rivers and lakes begin to freeze up north, the eagles begin to make their journey south. Large flocks of eagles migrate to the area in search of open water to feed. When it gets really cold, the trees on Plum Island and Leopold Island can often be found teeming with eagles. With the dam nearby, the location is ideal for finding fish as the turbulent water keeps the surface from freezing. You can get a bird s eye view from the top of Starved Rock, Eagle Cliff, or Lover s Leap to see them soaring. For closer views, head to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center near the Starved Rock Lock and Dam. Bundle up and don t forget to bring your camera and binoculars. If you don t have binoculars of your own, they are loaned out in the Starved Rock Visitor Center by leaving your driver s license. A special Eagle Watch Weekend takes place every January and will be held on January 27th and 28th in Eagle Trolley Tours take place through the months of January and February. QUICK TIP: The best time for viewing the eagles is late December through March and they are most active between the hours of 7 & 9 in the morning and between 4 & 5 in the evening. Ice climber Barbara Crew You can join a guided hike for free during Winter Wilderness Weekend on January 20th and 21st in Free hikes depart from the Starved Rock Visitor Center. ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 9

12 Winter Gatherings Looking to get out of the house this winter? There are many events that are worth getting out and about for. St. Pat s Parade fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Winter Wine Walk Chris Kringle Market Winter Wine Walk fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Looking for a day out with some friends or that special someone in your life? Utica s Winter Wine Walk might be just what you need. It is held every year on the 2nd Saturday in February. Make it a weekend getaway for the perfect Valentine s Day surprise. Enjoy wine tasting, appetizers, and shopping as you make your way around downtown to the various locations. Tickets sell fast and are available at a discount if ordered early, so be sure to order yours in advance. St. Pat s and Mardi Gras Parades Parades aren t just a seasonal activity in LaSalle County. If you love parades and celebrating, join the fun in Downtown Utica. They host family-friendly parades in February and March for Mardi Gras and St. Patrick s Day. There are beads and candy for the kids and parties are held in downtown businesses after the parades are over. For additional events, visit enjoylasallecounty.com. The Ottawa Chris Kringle Market is Ottawa s version of the very popular Christkindlmarkets or German open air markets held in Chicago and Naperville during the Christmas Season. The market will be held in Downtown Ottawa amidst historic architecture with a special Christmas season ambiance of thousands of Christmas lights, beautiful holiday decorations, brightly decorated store windows, and Christmas music. The Chris Kringle Market will have 20 vendor huts, featuring locally created works of art and small Christmas items hand crafted by local artisans. Traditional German holiday foods, beverages, and baked goods will be available along with hot, roasted chestnuts, hot chocolate, and coffee. Other activities will likely include carriage rides, the lighting of the live Ottawa Christmas tree, ice sculpting demonstrations, Holiday Farmers Market, Christmas at the Reddick Mansion, and children s activities including the opportunity to see a live reindeer. See pickusottawail.com for details. Chris Kringle Market Ottawa Visitor Center 10 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

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14 Lower Dells lapstrake.blogspot.com MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK 2500 IL RT 178 OGLESBY EASY ACCESS OFF OF I-80 AND I-39 EXIT 81 AT UTICA ON I-80 SEE AREA MAP IN THE CENTERFOLD FOR ALTERNATIVE EXITS

15 Lake Falls jackienovakphotography.com M atthiessen is a true gem in Illinois. The park s beautiful rock formations, canyons, mineral springs, streams, seasonal waterfalls and icefalls, along with the Vermilion 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 leisure 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 crosscountry 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 snowfall, call Ice Cave formed by an icefall lapstrake.blogspot.com ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 13

16 Matthiessen State Park Spring in Matthiessen State Park bursts forth with pops of color welcoming the season. The magenta 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 field of sunflowers DoubleKImages.com 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 Bunting, a chance encounter is sure to be a real treat. With 1,938 acres, Matthiessen State Park also provides 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 horseback riding as well. There is an equestrian campground 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 hobbyist, there is a field archery range in the northwest portion near Deer Park Country Club and a radio-controlled model airplane field in the Vermilion River Area. Near the field are sixty acres of sunflowers, which is a beautiful sight mid-summer. Cascade Falls lapstrake.blogspot.com 14 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

17 BUFFALO ROCK STATE PARK Sunset at Buffalo Rock Charlie Bry 1300 NORTH 27TH ROAD OTTAWA B uffalo Rock is a 298-acre park on a bluff with trails and overlooks with magnificent views of the Illinois River. The bluff is rich in history as it was once home to the Illinois Tribe and visited by Louis Joliet and Father Jacques Marquette as they traveled the Illinois River. Buffalo Rock is also known for being the location of a French trading and missionary fort and centuries later in the early 1900 s, it became the Crane Company s employee sanatorium. One of the most prominent displays of outdoor sculpture anywhere is at Buffalo Rock in a collection called the Effigy Tumuli, which was executed by artist Michael Heizer. It was inspired by Native American burial grounds that were once created thousands of years ago. The sculptures include a snake, turtle, catfish, frog, and water strider. Buffalo Rock State Park has a variety of amenities and activities, including picnic areas, hiking, biking, and cross-country ski trails, bird watching, canoeing, baseball diamond, and snowmobiling by way of the I&M Canal Access Point across the road from the park. Buffalo Rock also is home to two American bison that reside in the park across from the baseball diamond. Stop in for a visit and enjoy the surroundings where many bison once roamed freely hundreds of years ago. Jeremy Reed Ottawa Visitor Center Ottawa Visitor Center ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 15

18 HIKING TIPS DRESS APPROPRIATELY Wear hiking shoes with good traction and dress for the weather. KEEP HYDRATED 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. BE RESPONSIBLE Keep the park looking its best. Throw your trash in a proper receptacle. Carry a backpack to hold your items until you can throw them away. STAY CONNECTED Carry your phone in case you need to contact someone or call for help in an emergency. HIKE TOGETHER Hike with a friend or let someone know your expected arrival, return, and your planned route if hiking solo. 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, 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 320 5th Street, Suite 265 Peru, IL info@westcloxmuseum.com Open 9am - 3pm MWF 10am - 2pm Saturday Burgoo Festival October 8, 2017 Canal Markets Every Sunday May - September 10AM-4 PM SATURDAY-SUNDAY 12-4 WITH EXPANDED SUMMER HOURS 101 E. Canal Street Utica lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org Museum Campus Includes: 1848 Warehouse Museum, Aiken One-Room School House, Barn, Blacksmith Shop, Heritage Center, and Canal Market. Find us on LaSalle County Historical Society Museum and Lasalle County Burgoo Festival 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 runoff; 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 For winter hiking, wear warm outerwear and be sure to wear YakTrax over your boots for greater traction on snow and ice. NO BULL PickUs OTTAWA il.com 16 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

19 ILLINI STATE PARK 2660 EAST 2350TH ROAD MARSEILLES W ith its abundant wildlife and bordering the Illinois River, Illini State Park 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 viewing 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 celebrates the lives of soldiers lost in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Illinois Fallen Soldiers Tree Memorial consists of 250 oak trees on 2.5 acres of land. I & M CANAL STATE TRAIL F rom Seneca To LaSalle This multi-purpose trail offers visitors scenic hiking and bicycling, combined with the opportunity to experience LaSalle County s natural resources and historical 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 northern Illinois. Follow the footsteps of famous Illinoisans, such as Abraham Lincoln, Wild Bill Hickok, and Chief Shabbona along the shady canal across LaSalle County from Seneca on the east to LaSalle on the west. Enjoy the turtles sunning themselves or spy many varieties of birds. Check out the restored lock at the LaSalle access, the Fox River aqueduct at the East Ottawa access, and the restored MJ Hogan grain elevator in Seneca. Seven access points in LaSalle County provide parking and access to the 10-foot-wide crushed limestone trail. The 61.5-mile trail will take you all the way east to Joliet. For Access In LaSalle County: LaSalle: I&M Canal Lock #14 Access Rt. 351/Joliet Street Utica: Parking west of downtown on Canal Street/Dan Carey Park Ottawa/Buffalo Rock: Access Dee Bennett Road West Ottawa: Boyce Memorial Drive East Ottawa: Fox River Park Park in the lot on Superior Street. Marseilles: Main Street and canal intersect Seneca: Main Street and canal intersect canalcor.org lasallecanalboat.org Starved Rock Marathon along the canal Barbara Crew Illinois & Michigan Canal Lock 14 Canal Road By Rt 351 LaSalle Restored to its 1848 condition, this lock is representative of the mid-19th century canal locks. Lock 14 was built with local limestone and possesses massive white oak gates and swing arms. This site also provides visitors with an idea of the scale of canal boat operation. Only a short distance further downstream of Lock 14 along the Illinois and Michigan State Trail system, visitors can view the canal s confluence with the Illinois River. ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 17

20 Illinois Newest RV & Tenting Campground GOLF COURSES 9 HOLES ANDERSON FIELD 1901 N Bloomington Street Streator DAYTON RIDGE GOLF CLUB 3076 E 18th Road Ottawa EARLVILLE COUNTRY CLUB 400 Oak Street Earlville PINE HILLS GOLF CLUB 1665 N 2501st Road Ottawa pinehillsgc.com PRAIRIE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB & INN 2550 N 32nd Road Marseilles prairielakescc.com SOUTH BLUFF GOLF COURSE 229 N 2550th Road Peru N 2150th Rd, Oglesby, IL Info/Reservations: (815) pleasantcreekcampground.com Slide into family fun all year long! Set sail for pirate-themed waterslides, lazy river, play area with giant overflowing water bucket and more. And don t forget Subway or Mama DeLuca s Pizza when you re ready to grab a bite. Located at Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort 2558 N 3653rd Road, Sheridan, IL (815) piratescay.com 17-ROOP-0119 TWIN CREEKS - EASTWOOD 2000 Eastwood Avenue Streator HOLES THE BOURNE 2359 N 35th Road Marseilles MENDOTA GOLF CLUB US Hwy 34 Mendota SENICA S DEER PARK GOLF CLUB 100 Deer Park Lane Oglesby SENICA S OAK RIDGE GOLF CLUB 658 E US 6 LaSalle senicasoakridge.net PINE HILLS GOLF CLUB 18 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

21 Allen Park Ottawa Visitor Center ALLEN PARK 400 COURTNEY STREET OTTAWA This riverfront park includes an amphitheater, two boat launches, three docks, a fishing area, playground, toboggan run, a riverwalk, and shelters. BAKER LAKE 2700 AIRPORT ROAD PERU Baker Lake is a man-made lake that offers fishing, a one-mile paved walking path, a covered picnic area, picnic benches, and restrooms. CATLIN PARK 2560 EAST 1251ST ROAD OTTAWA Catlin County Park is a 333-acre park acquired in 1970 by the LaSalle County Conservation District. The park s well-organized trail system hosts fourteen distinct trails, plus numerous connecting trails. These trails course throughout the park s habitat, which includes its various streams and ponds. The park s horse trails are also recognized as some of the best trails in the area. Open May through November. DAYTON BLUFFS 2997 ROUTE 71 OTTAWA The 253-acre Dayton Bluffs Preserve is the Ottawa community s newest public preserve, which is owned by The Conservation Foundation and managed by the City of Ottawa. The preserve follows the Fox River for nearly a mile, sporting 14 ravine systems and a drop of more than 100 feet from the bluffs to the river. Though there is a parking area, public amenities, such as formal trails and bathrooms, do not yet exist. Planning is in process. The grand opening is on May 20, HOPALONG CASSIDY RIVER TRAIL & CANOE LAUNCH WEST MAIN STREET, ROUTE 18 STREATOR Visitors can follow this trail through an urban forest of mulberry, hackberry, oak, and maple. Fish or canoe from the canoe launch area on the Vermilion River. LAKE KAKUSHA ROUTE 251 MENDOTA Lake Kakusha is a man-made lake with fishing, shelters, picnic areas, and trails. MARILLA PARK MARILLA PARK ROAD STREATOR This park is a 60-acre wooded park with fishing, hiking, and a six-mile mountain bike trail used for part of the Illinois State Championship Series. MCPHEDRAN PARK OAKWOOD AVENUE OGLESBY This park features a fishing pond with a beautiful pier right off the track. The track is 1/3 of a mile long with six workout stations. There is a playground with baby swings, regular swings, a pirate ship, and bongo drums. McPhedran Park is unique because it is the only park in town that is pet friendly dogs are allowed! MITCHELL S GROVE NATURE PRESERVE EAST 5TH RD LASALLE This 184-acre preserve offers hiking and hunting and is located on the Troy Grove Blacktop, one mile north of LaSalle, at the junction of Tomahawk Creek and Little Vermilion River. RIVERWALK AND FOX RIVER PARK 1025 ONTARIO STREET OTTAWA A paved walking path starts at Fox River Park at East Superior and Champlain Streets and continues to Downtown Ottawa along the Illinois River. The park includes a splash pad, 9-hole disk golf course, playground, shelter, docks, boat launch, fishing area, and more. SANDY FORD NATURAL AREA 1399 NORTH 18TH ROAD STREATOR This beautiful 200-acre site with hiking trails is located on the east bank of the Vermilion River. It contains two creeks, a floodplain forest, dry bluffland forest, hill prairies, and sandstone cliffs. SHABBONA COUNTY PARK 4178 CO HWY 22 EARLVILLE Picnic areas, open fields, fishing ponds, and several shelters many with electricity are featured at this county-owned park on the banks of Indian Creek. The 21st century tranquility sharply contrasts with the violent clash of cultures that earned the park its place in American history. The park is named for the Potawatomi Chief Shabbona who tried to protect the white settlers. Open May October. SNYDER S GROVE EAST 4TH ROAD MENDOTA Snyder s Grove is a 104-acre preserve with hiking trails, playground, picnic area, and shelter. SPRING LAKE NATURE AREA 1413 EAST 16TH ROAD STREATOR This is a city park with a natural waterfall, creeks, hiking trails, playground, picnic area, and shelter. ADDITIONAL PARKS Additional parks and preserves with bodies of water, boat launches, fishing, or paths to walk and hike. Marilla Park Bob Gillette Baker Lake City of Peru Hopalong Cassidy River Trail & Canoe Launch Canoe the Vermilion ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 19

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23 75th ANNUAL SENECA SHIPYARD DAYS June 21-24, 2017 DOWNTOWN SENECA Celebrating Seneca s rich history and its role in WWII as home to the Prairie Shipyard. PRAIRIE SHIPYARD CRUISE NIGHT August 26, PM-10 PM DOWNTOWN SENECA SENECA AREA HERITAGE MUSEUM OUTDOOR RECREATION FAMILY FUN 4 MARINAS RIVERFRONT DINING, ENTERTAINMENT, AND TIKI BAR senecail.org GREAT FOODAJOIN THE FUN IN CEDAR POINT HOURS: MON & TUES CLOSED WED & THURS 11:30AM - 8PM Bar open until 10PM FRI &SAT 11:30AM - 9PM Bar open until 11PM SUN 11:30AM - 8PM APPETIZERS BURGERS STEAK SANDWICHES HAND-CUT FRIES SMOKED BBQ FRIED CHICKEN CATERING AVAILABLE Banquet facilities available for weddings, receptions, and social gatherings TheGunsmokeGrill.com 249 EAST IL ROUTE 71 A CEDAR POINT, IL LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 21

24 Crafting Quality & Lifting Spirits Breweries, wineries, distilleries, and tasting rooms are beginning to dot the social 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. 22 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM Tangled Roots Brewing Company Located in the heart of Downtown Ottawa is the Tangled Roots Brewing Company. Life takes us in all different directions and sometimes, it brings those paths together. Be it chance or destiny, life offers the opportunity for people from all over the globe to create something worthwhile together. This is the story of Tangled Roots. Originally from La- Salle County, Chicago, South Africa, and Germany, a team was born. Tangled Roots Chief Commercial Officer and Chicago native, Scott Struchen comments, It s the Great American Beer Story the American melting pot. Struchen s background is in the Windy City s restaurant and brewing industry, including VP of the Chicago Beer Company. Keith Pearse s roots began in South Africa. Pearse brings his experience building breweries in the UK as a mechanical engineer and his various responsibilities at SABMiller to the table. Tangled Root s head brewmaster Louis Rizzo s hometown is Spring Valley. While he may not have the background of his older colleagues, Rizzo s passion for the craft has given him a reputation for producing quality products. When entrepreneurs Inga Carus of Ottawa and her native German husband Peter Limberger met Pearse and Struchen, the dream of Tangled Roots began to take root. The brewery not only has a tasting room, but also the dual-level brew pub and farmto-table restaurant The Lone Buffalo. Executive Chef Brok Kellogg, Chef de Cuisine Scott Seese, and Sous Chef Theron Walker make everything from bison chili, ribeye, and salmon to the bison burger, flatbreads, and delectable salads and desserts.

25 August Hill Winery Farming is in Mark Wenzel s 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 discovered 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 CO 2. Using the time-honored, hand-crafted methods means a higher quality product. August Hill Winery has a tasting room in Downtown 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 chocolate sampler, bread and dipping oil, or a platter of various meats, cheeses, crackers, fruit, and nuts for you to enjoy as well. Tasting Rooms at Cattails & Clarks Run Creek Gifts & Wine 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 often 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 meat and cheese tray and enjoy the rest of the evening together. Why not make a day of it? Stadel and friends at Cattails Clarks Run Creek ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 23

26 Star Union Spirits In the spirit of the Illinois Valley s commercial heritage, Bob Windy, a Chicago graphic artist and Peru native, wanted to give back to his hometown community. The Westclox building, where Windy s grandfather 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. Kindred Spirits Distillery Enter into Kindred Spirits Distillery in North Utica and you get the feeling of a down-home, laid-back atmosphere. The distillery serves small-batch spirits from craft distillers, along with a variety of wine and beer and specialty and seasonal drinks. Soon production will be under way for the distillery s own line of moonshine, unaged whiskey, rum, and their very own Blue Line Vodka. The vodka 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 after a hard day s work. Currently under construction in the historic Westclox building in Peru, Star Union Spirits will open its doors in late 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 learn a bit about the art of distilling and what it takes to hand-craft spirits from farm-to-bottle. Also, for those lovers of spirits or for those who are curious to try them, a tasting room with the 100-gallon, copper still from Germany is in the works as well. Illinois River Winery 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 Utica and live music in the garden every weekend from May-October. See listings on PG 25 for locations. 24 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

27 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 FARMERS MARKETS Jeremiah Joe Coffee sethmorrisphotography.com MAY OCTOBER 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 2017 SEPTEMBER 16 & 17 SAT 11 AM-6 PM SUN NOON-5 PM Matthiessen State Park Rt 178 Oglesby, IL vintageillinois.com illinoiswine.com enjoyillinois.com Two brands. One roof. Lots of Passion. & Wine tastings, flights, gifts & accessories Visit our tasting room or plan your next private event or party with us. 106 Mill Street * Utica, IL augusthillwinery.com * iscbubbly.com Vintage Illinois Wine Festival Illinois Wine 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 JULY SEPTEMBER OGLESBY FARMERS MARKET Every Thursday 3 6 PM WALNUT STREET DOWNTOWN OGLESBY WINERIES, BREWERIES, & DISTILLERIES AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. SEE AD PG MILL STREET UTICA augusthillwinery.com iscbubbly.com CATTAILS WINE & CRAFT BEER TASTING 2949 IL ROUTE 178 UTICA starvedrockmarketplace.com CLARKS RUN CREEK GIFTS & WINE WINE & CRAFT BEER TASTING 143 MILL STREET UTICA SEE AD PG clarksruncreek.com ILLINOIS RIVER WINERY 723 SOUTH CLARK STREET NORTH UTICA illinoisriverwinery.com KINDRED SPIRITS DISTILLERY SEE AD PG IL ROUTE 178 NORTH UTICA KindredSpiritsDistilleryIL.com STAR UNION SPIRITS OPENING LATE TH STREET, SUITE 135 PERU Coming soon: starunionspirits.com TANGLED ROOTS BREWING COMPANY SEE AD INSIDE BACK COVER LASALLE STREET OTTAWA tangledrootsbrewingco.com SEE CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR WINE & BREW FESTS ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 25

28 & Festivals Shows MAY MIDWEST MOREL FEST STREATOR FEST JUNE 2 RIVERS WINE FESTIVAL SENECA SHIPYARD DAYS CELEBRATE LASALLE Sweet Corn Festival Mendota Area Chamber JULY PLUTO FEST STREATOR S 4TH - AMERICA S BEST SUMMER FUN FEST MARSEILLES FUN DAYS SUMMERFEST BOOGIE AUGUST SUMMERFEST BOOGIE OTTAWA S RIVERFEST SWEET CORN FESTIVAL MAUD POWELL ARTS CELEBRATION LaSalle s Music Festival City of LaSalle 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 ivso.org SEPTEMBER LASALLE S MUSIC FESTIVAL MARSEILLES RENAISSANCE FAIRE VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL SCARECROW FESTIVAL OCTOBER BURGOO FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW HARVEST FEST Maud Powell Arts Celebration City of Peru LIVE MUSIC YEAR-ROUND: OTTAWA Lone Buffalo, including Sunday jazz brunch, Shakers, Dockside Bar & Grill, Row House OGLESBY Starved Rock Lodge - Back Door Lounge LASALLE 9th St. Pub, Machelles Backstreet PERU Art Deco Riverfest Ottawa Visitor Center LIVE MUSIC SEASONAL: SENECA Boondocks Tiki Bar UTICA August Hill Winery, Cattails LASALLE Haze Smokehouse, Hegeler Carus Mansion, Uptown Grill CEDAR POINT Gunsmoke Grill OGLESBY Starved Rock Lodge OTTAWA Washington Park STREATOR Plumb Pavilion 26 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

29 Starved Rock *0.3 mi. French Canyon *0.4 mi. Lasalle Canyon *2.0 mi. Tonty Canyon *1.9 mi. Ottawa Canyon *4.0 mi. Kaskaskia Canyon *4.0 mi. LEGEND MAJOR STAIRWAYS OVERLOOKS ROADS AND PARKING POST COLOR: Tells you which type of trail you are on. BLUFF TRAIL YELLOW DOT: Means you are going AWAY from the Lodge and Visitor Center RIVER TRAIL WHITE DOT: Means you are going TOWARD the Lodge and Visitor Center INTERIOR CANYON OR CONNECTING TRAIL VISITOR CENTER LODGE FIRST AID RANGER STATION PLAYGROUND CAMPGROUND SHOWERS DUMP STATION PARKING PICNIC AREA RESTROOMS SEASONAL WHEELCHAIR Boat Ramp Plum Island Leopold Island SEASONAL Dam STARVED ROCK Lover s Leap Overlook Eagle Cliff Overlook St. Louis Canyon Kickapoo Canyon Sac Canyon Aurora Canyon Beehive Overlook VISITOR CENTER AND LODGE Wheelchair Access, Restrooms, and Food Service are available in both locations year-round. French Canyon Wildcat Canyon Basswood Canyon Permit Booth Sandstone Point Overlook SEASONAL Lonetree Canyon Tonty Canyon SEASONAL LaSalle Canyon SEASONAL Youth Group Camping MAY-OCT. Owl Canyon & Overlook Hidden Canyon Hennepin Canyon Overlook Hennepin Canyon 1/2 mile MAY-OCT. Ottawa Canyon Kaskaskia Canyon Lone Point Shelter ROUTE 178 TO UTICA ILLINOIS WATERWAY VISITOR CENTER DEE BENNETT ROAD TO BUFFALO ROCK STATE PARK AND OTTAWA Pontiac Canyon Parkman s Plain ILLINOIS RIVER ROUTE 71 STARVED ROCK STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER EAST 873RD ROAD OGLESBY Council Overhang Illinois Canyon TO OTTAWA Salt Well TO MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK Starved Rock Lodge Visitor Center Eagle Cliff Overlook *0.8 mi. St. Louis Canyon *1.5 mi. Wildcat Canyon *1.0 mi. Council Overhang *3.9 mi. *Length of Trails - All distances are measured one way from the Visitors Center. Photography by Kathy Casstevens ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 27

30 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 16. Dayton Bluffs 17. I & M Tollhouse and Replica Canal Boat 18. IL Waterway Visitors Center 19. LaSalle County Geneology Guild 20. Ottawa Visitors Center 20. Reddick Mansion 20. Washington Square Park and Murals 21. Riverwalk & Fox River Park 22. Skydive Chicago CHICAGO 95 MILES GRAND RAPIDS 242 MILES INDIANAPOLIS 239 MILES LOUISVILLE 350 MILES MILWAUKEE 163 MILES QUAD CITIES 93 MILES ST. LOUIS 225 MILES 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 LEGEND 1 ATTRACTION CAMPGROUND HORSEBACK CAMPGROUND SCENIC DRIVES: Part of the Illinois River Road Scenic Byway and Canyon Drive with connecting Roads. To extend your Drive to Illini State Park and other LaSalle County locations along the river. Take a scenic route. On holiday weekends, it is best to take an alternate exit, since RT 178 at Exit 81 tends to be backed up. 28 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

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32 PERSON CREEK Cascade Falls &Wishing Well ROUTE 71 PRIVATE GOLF COURSE LASALLE, PERU, AND OGLESBY MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK FOR INFORMATION, GO TO THE STARVED ROCK VISITOR CENTER OR CALL IL RT 178 OGLESBY Devil s Paint Box VERMILION RIVER POST COLOR: Tells you which type of trail you are on. Strawberry Rock BLUFF TRAIL YELLOW DOT: Means you are going AWAY from the fort or parking RIVER TRAIL WHITE DOT: Means you are going TOWARD the fort or parking INTERIOR CANYON OR CONNECTING TRAIL MATTHIESSEN LAKE Bridge & Dam Lake Falls Giant s Bathtub Cedar Point VERMILION RIVER AREA VIA HORSE TRAIL 1 MILE DELLS AREA VIA HORSE TRAIL 1 MILE Horseback Parking Horseback Campground Ski Trail Maps are available at the ski rental trailer in the Dells Area and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. TO STARVED ROCK DELLS AREA TOTAL MILEAGE: 3.2 MILES Horseback Parking VERMILION RIVER AREA TOTAL MILEAGE: 1.9 MILES LEGEND ARCHERY RANGE PARKING FORT PICNIC AREA MODEL AIRPLANE FIELD RESTROOMS BRIDGE PHONE POINTS OF INTEREST SHELTER ROADS AND PARKING HORSEBACK CAMPGROUND 1/4 mile Horse Trail Maps are available at horseback parking lots and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. ROUTE 178 TO STARVED ROCK ROUTE 178 BUFFALO ROCK STATE PARK NORTH 27TH ROAD (DEE BENNETT ROAD) OTTAWA I & M CANAL STATE TRAIL INFORMATION CENTER PARK OFFICE PARKING RESTROOMS SHELTER STEEP SLOPE TRAIL ROAD I&M CANAL STATE TRAIL BASEBALL FIELD LEGEND ILLINI STATE PARK EAST 2350TH ROAD MARSEILLES TO E 24TH & I-80 BELLS ISLAND Marseilles Locks TREE MEMORIAL ILLINOIS RIVER ANCIENT OAKS WILDCAT BOG RIVER MEADOWS TO OTTAWA DEE BENNETT ROAD Dam TO NORTH UTICA GREAT FALLS BOAT RAMP MALLARD BAY ILLINI-WEK CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAIL SUNRISE COUNCIL SYCAMORE GROVE WHITETAIL MARASOTTAWA TRAIL PINE GLEN YOUTH GROUP CAMPING TO OTTAWA 2653RD ROAD GENTLEMAN TRUMBO ROAD SNAKE 2659TH ROAD CATFISH WATER STRIDER FROG TURTLE TO MARSEILLES 2350TH ROAD MAIN STREET 2425TH ROAD ILLINOIS RIVER TO SENECA PARK OFFICE PARKING FLUSH TOILET SHELTER TRAIL ROAD BASEBALL FIELD LEGEND 30 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

33 [ Westclox Then & ] Now W hat began as a dream of an inventor in 1884 became one of the largest alarm clock factories in the world. Though the fledgling United Clock Company faced financial and marketing issues, under the new ownership of F.W. Matthiessen and new name, the business started to grow exponentially in the late 1800 s into the early part of the 20th century. With a lot of hard work and a bit of faith in what could be, the newly named Western Clock Company began to be profitable. The profits were reinvested in the company with a building expansion and the updated equipment. The Western Clock Company was known for its quality products and for the way the management treated their employees. They firmly believed that happy employees equal happy customers. They not only achieved excellent working conditions, but they were also were pioneers in developing employee benefits complete with group insurance, paid vacation time, pension plan, sickness benefit, and a hospital and surgical insurance plan. As the company s profits and growth increased, they expanded into exporting their merchandise around the globe. One of their best-known products was the Big Ben alarm clock, which first appeared on store shelves in This popular clock was long lasting and dependable. By casting some of the clock components together, clocks could be assembled with greater ease increasing production and keeping the price affordable. The company that later became known as Westclox closed its doors in LaSalle-Peru in 1980 leaving a legacy of a business that impacted many generations and loved by many in the area. Westclox was not only a business, but within the walls and beyond, it was a true community of people that lived, worked, and had fun together. Today, the old Westclox building is being revitalized. Purchased a few years ago by Promier Products, the building has taken on a new life. The west wing is filled with businesses for the surrounding community, such as yoga, art, music, and custom jewelry studios, a salon, gymnastics school, and even a hallway art gallery. While the east wing consists of small manufacturers and a crossfit gym. The center of the building will be a thriving center for tourism. The Westclox Museum is just the beginning. The museum features clocks, watches, 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 magazines 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 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

34 Historic Homes Reddick Mansion The Reddick Mansion, a wonderfully unique landmark, 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 years. William Reddick was a respected businessman and politician, but he was also a philanthropist. Reddick Mansion Ottawa Visitor Center 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 Association 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 details West Lafayette Street 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 masterpiece, built from , is a key to the history of the Illinois Valley, the Midwest, and the nation. 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 architecture and interior design, yet also highlights accomplishments in industry, philosophy, publishing, and religion. One hour tours are available Wednesday thru Sunday at Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM th Street LASALLE hegelercarus.org Hegeler Carus Mansion Kelly Klobucher Weber House and Garden Weber House and Garden Kathy Casstevens Streator is home to this charming country Tudor. Owner Ted Weber welcomes visitors to experience themed rooms and extensive 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 celebrities 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 Baker Street STREATOR weberhouseandgarden.com 32 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

35 Memorials Middle Eastern Conflict Wall Memorial This beautiful granite memorial honors fallen men and women who have served during Middle Eastern 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 volunteers 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 Streator Tourism Illinois LST Memorial Seneca Historical Guild Streator City Park War memorials, Reuben Soderstrom Memorial, Ralph Plumb Memorial, Plumb Pavilion, Heroes Mural, and two 19th century fountains East Hickory and North Park Street STREATOR Veterans Park fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Illinois LST Memorial This granite memorial honors those men and women who built and sailed Landing Ship Tanks during WWII and in Korea and Vietnam. The last of the 157 LST s was launched from Seneca s shipyard on June 8, Crotty Park SENECA Wild Bill Hickok State Memorial This memorial marks the birthplace of the legendary frontier scout and U.S. Marshal Wild Bill Hickok. Main Street TROY GROVE Father Marquette Memorial This memorial is dedicated to Father Jacques Marquette who observed the first Catholic mass in the Illinois Territory in 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 cannon, 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

36 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 building is furnished as it once would have been and visitors can view tools and other artifacts. Nearby, stands a replica canal boat. Call for a tour 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 North 27th Road OTTAWA Ottawa Historical Scouting Heritage Museum Promoting and preserving the traditions of scouting, this museum features many scouting items as well as three year-round outdoor hiking trails Canal Street OTTAWA LaSalle County Genealogy Guild Ever wonder about your family history or have some historical records to share? People come from all parts of the globe to study their genealogy in the Guild s library West Glover Street OTTAWA Washington Square Park Commemorating the location of the first Lincoln-Douglas debate on August 21, 1858 with large bronze statues centered above a reflecting pond and fountain made of limestone. The park also includes the 1873 Goddess of Liberty Civil War Soldiers Monument and Veterans Memorial. OTTAWA pickusottawail.com Earlville Community Historical Society Museum 150 years of Earlville history housed in the old 1895 Hardware Store building. Admission to the museum is free. The museum is closed during the winter months. For hours or to view the museum, please call or South Ottawa Street EARLVILLE earlvillehistory.org Union Depot Railroad Museum fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Breaking the Prairie Farm Museum fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla Breaking the Prairie Farm Museum Depicting agriculture in the early years of Mendota, this museum honors the farm families, their machinery, and their livestock. The Mathesius Brothers barn can now be viewed all day long through the large windows. Special tours of the Country Chapel and Mathesius Barn can be arranged by calling the Mendota Museum & Historical Society office th Street MENDOTA mendotamuseums.org Washington Square Park Ottawa Visitor Center Union Depot Railroad Museum Displays at the Union Depot Railroad Museum included railroad memorabilia, a model railroad, and exhibits that depict the history of the railroad in Mendota. Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day Main Street MENDOTA mendotamuseums.org Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center Visit the state-of-the-art Visitor Center to learn about trails, wildlife, vegetation, and history of Starved Rock State Park. You will find interactive displays, fish from the Illinois River, historical artifacts, informational movies, and much more East 873Rd Road OGLESBY starvedrockstatepark.org Hume-Carnegie Museum Mendota Area Chamber Hume-Carnegie Museum Preserving the history of the Mendota area with an extensive collection of photography, Wild Bill Hickok collection, medical equipment from the early 1920 s, and much more. Open Saturday & Sunday 1-4 PM March 1st to the 2nd Sunday in December Washington Street MENDOTA mendotamuseums.org 34 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

37 MJ Hogan Grain Elevator sethmorrisphotography.com Westclox Museum 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 remember it fondly th Street, Suite 265 PERU westcloxmuseum.com Norsk Scandinavian Museum fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator Erected in 1861, this 65-foot-tall, 70,000-bushel capacity elevator is one of the oldest remaining grain elevators West Williams SENECA Westclox Museum Seneca Area Heritage Museum Discover the Seneca area s rich history from coal mining to its shipyard days at the new Seneca Area Heritage Museum. Exhibits are changed seasonally and are all housed in a beautifully restored, historic train depot that dates back to Seneca Station North Main Street SENECA senecahistory.com Norsk Museum From June-September, the Norsk Museum is open Saturdays and Sundays, 1-5 PM. The two-building museum is dedicated to the Scandinavian settlers who founded the Norway area in the 1800 s. It contains articles of Scandinavian life, such as dishes, clothing, furniture and spinning wheels East 2631st Street SHERIDAN norskmuseum.org Streatorland Historical Society Museum Nineteenth century clothing, a music room, local products, and photographs depict the history of Streator and Streatorland natives 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 First Street LASALLE Lock 16 Visitor Center 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 rides, activities, visitor information, afternoon teas, cultural programs, shopping, dining, and private parties First Street LASALLE lasallecanalboat.org I & M Canal Boat fineartamerica.com/artists/paula+guttilla LaSalle County Historical Society LaSalle County Historical Society Museum Campus The LaSalle County Historical Society s museum campus is located in the 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 Center, the Blacksmith Shop, and the 1875 Barn. The Canal Warehouse displays an extensive collection of Native American 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 Heritage 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 The Barn next to the Blacksmith Shop houses agricultural exhibits from horse-drawn farm equipment to 19th century veterinary tools East Canal Street UTICA lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 35

38 MODEL HOME TOURS Weekdays & Weekends by Appointment The Log Home People Serving LaSalle County since S. Main Street Seneca, IL (815) A GREAT TIME AT GLENWOOD RV RESORT Thinking of building a new Log log Home, home, Cabin cabin or other Log log building? Building? Visit our fully furnished Northern White Cedar Model Home, located in a beautiful wooded area north of LaSalle. Benefit from from our more than years of Log log home Home design, Design, sales, Sales and & Construction construction Experience. experience. DON ZUKOWSKI & ASSOCIATES 339 N 3179 Road, LaSalle, IL Free Color Brochures (815) Catalogs www. katahdincedarloghomes.com (Illinois Dealer) Since Serving the Midwest & Beyond Full & Limited Hookups Primitive Sites Tents Allowed Swimming Kids Fishing On-Site Convenient Store Hay Wagon Rides Tennis Playgrounds & Much, Much More! GlenwoodRVResort.com OPEN YEAR-ROUND Glenwood RV Resort 551 Wilson Street Marseilles An overnight, seasonal, and ownership RV resort nestled in the lush Illinois River Valley, 1 mile from the Illinois River & 16 miles from Starved Rock State Park. Enjoy local sightseeing and water sports. 36 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

39 Woodsmoke Ranch Woodsmoke Ranch is a private recreational community providing leisure time activities for the enjoyment of its property owners, their families, and their guests. Call for an appointment today to come see for yourself how one of our recreational sites can provide your family with the leisure lifestyle you ve dreamed about without the long drive. 1,485 campsites on 400 acres. Each site is approximately 5,000 sq. ft. equiped with water, electric, and sewage disposal. Woodsmoke Ranch Realty Sharon Tolomei, Managing Broker Phone: or visit our website at woodsmokeranch.com - 2 Heated Pools - 2 Pavilions - Horseshoe Pits - Stocked Lakes for fishing - Tennis Courts - Baseball Field - Basketball Courts - Volleyball - Playgrounds The Reddick Mansion O t t a w a, I L & Gardens The Reddick Mansion anchors Ottawa s Washington Square, the site of the first Lincoln-Douglas debate. Built before the Civil War, this ornate 22-room mansion is open for tours Wednesday through Monday, 11am - 3pm. Winter hours may vary. For other times and group tours, call W. Lafayette Street, Ottawa, IL ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 37

40 14 Fun Activities To Do Outdoors Amphibious ATVing The Gator Creek Cruise is a guided amphibious ATV ride. Explore historic sites along with the beauty of the land, water, and animals on Cedar Creek Ranch. Riding for all ages open year round. Call for reservations. GATOR CREEK CRUISE NEW IN E IL ROUTE 71 CEDAR POINT ccrstables.com Biking ILLINOIS & MICHIGAN CANAL STATE TRAIL From Seneca to LaSalle Walk or bike the canal towpath on the 10-foot-wide crushed limestone trail where horses pulled passenger boats from 1848 until 1852 and mules pulled the heavy freight required to build Chicago and northern Illinois. For access points, see the listing in the Parks and Recreation section or visit iandmcanal.org/experiences/trails2. MARILLA PARK If you are looking for something a bit more adventurous and challenging, Streator s annual Dirty Mudder Bike Race and Thrilla at Marilla may be what you are looking for. These events are held in April and May. For more information on these races, contact Bob Sandy streator.org Boating Launch a canoe, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, jet ski, pontoon boat, speed boat, or house boat on the Illinois or Fox River. Are you nervous about attempting kayaking or paddle boarding? Quest Watersports Hobie Pedaled Kayaks offer greater stability and ease of use than standard kayaks and the paddleboards are easy to use with just a little balance. AYERS LANDING & CANOE RENTALS 3494 E 2089TH ROAD WEDRON ayerslandingcanoerental.com C&M CANOE &KAYAK RENTALS 3401 E 2062ND ROAD OTTAWA cmcanoerental.com CANOE THE VERMILION 1903 E 1251ST ROAD STREATOR canoethevermilion.com QUEST WATERSPORTS 1851 OLD CHICAGO ROAD OTTAWA questwatersports.com STARVED ROCK ADVENTURES, INC. 1 DEE BENNETT ROAD OTTAWA starvedrockadventures.com Geocaching Do you have a love of scavenger hunts? Geocaching is a great way to spend time outdoors. There are a number of locations throughout LaSalle County for those who love a challenge. geocaching.com IL RIVER ROAD NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY 613 W MARQUETTE STREET OTTAWA illinoisriverroad.org/geocaching OTTAWA HISTORICAL AND SCOUTING HERITAGE MUSEUM 1100 CANAL STREET OTTAWA or Go Carting Have a need for speed? Race just like the pros in original or premium Italian carts, which are capable of speeds of 50 mph or more. CONCEPT HAULERS MOTOR SPEEDWAY 3674 E 2603RD ROAD SHERIDAN concepthaulersmotorspeedway.com Hiking LaSalle County has some beautiful areas for hiking. Starved Rock State Park has been voted the #1 attraction in Illinois. The parks in LaSalle County are teeming with amazing rock structures, flowing streams and rivers, beautiful waterfalls in the spring and after heavy rains, a great variety of wildlife, and dense forests filled with colorful foliage in the fall. Hiking can be relaxing or invigorating the pace is up to you. For locations to hike in LaSalle County, see the Parks and Recreation section. Horseback Riding Do your legs need a break, but you still want to hit the trails? Experience the beauty of LaSalle County on horseback and see it as the pioneers once did centuries ago. Cowboy Up! CEDAR CREEK RANCH 249 E IL ROUTE 71 CEDAR POINT ccrstables.com PUNKIN ACRES PAINTS 381 N US 3179th Road LaSalle punkinacrespaints.com Ice Climbing Adventure is for winter too! When conditions allow, climbing up the frozen waterfalls in four canyons within Starved Rock State Park is a fun alternative to rock climbing. Ice climbers must sign in and out at the park office. Call the office for current conditions. Equipment rental is not available at the park. STARVED ROCK STATE PARK EXIT 81 AT UTICA ON INTERSTATE 80 Located East Of The Intersection Of Routes 178 & 71 VISITOR CENTER 2678 E 873RD ROAD OGLESBY starvedrockstatepark.org Off-Roading Bring your 4x4, ATV, or motorcycle and head out to one of the area s off road terrain parks for the ride of your life. THE CLIFFS INSANE TERRAIN 2400 E BLUFF STREET MARSEILLES thecliffsinsaneterrain.com DIRT RUNNER 2725 E 2625TH ROAD MARSEILLES dirtrunner.us FOX VALLEY OFF ROAD 1952 N 35TH ROAD OTTAWA foxvalleyoffroad.com Racing Watch the thrill and excitement of the races. Racing fans can watch the races on the 1/4-mile, high-banked clay track. LASALLE SPEEDWAY 578 E US ROUTE 6 LASALLE lasallespeedway.com Skydiving Experience the thrill of free falling. Tandem jumps with highly experienced instructors is available. SKYDIVE CHICAGO 3215 E 1969TH ROAD OTTAWA skydivechicago.com Watching Wildlife and Birding Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat is always a fun experience. In LaSalle County, there are red foxes, deer, turkeys, cranes, pelicans, and so much more. The area also has a great variety of colorful songbirds. Sometimes it may be difficult to find them among all the foliage; Starved Rock State Park hosts several Migratory Bird Hikes to help you see them first-hand. Visit starvedrockstatepark.org for more information. Whitewater Rafting Looking for a bigger thrill than canoeing? Ready to get wet? Experience white water rafting in North Central Illinois on the scenic Vermilion River. Average trip time: 3-4 hours Open May 1 Mid-July VERMILLION RIVER RAFTING 779 N 2249TH ROAD OGLESBY vermillionriverrafting.com Zip Lining It s fun zipping through the canopy 85 feet off of the ground. Zip on 8 cables from feet in length and reaching speeds up to 45 mph. ZIP CHICAGO 2681 E US ROUTE 6 MARSEILLES zipchicago.com 38 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

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42 TBM Avengers Salute to Veterans O n May 20th, 1950, the U.S. celebrated the first Armed Forces Day to honor those who serve our country. This May 20th, 2017, Peru will be celebrating Armed Forces Day with the 2nd Annual TBM Avengers Salute to Veterans event. This is one event you don t want to miss! The TBM Avenger is a WWII torpedo bomber and with less than 20 of these warbirds still airborne worldwide, to see the majority of them in one place at one time is a rare treat. This is an all-day event, which will include many other aircraft both military and civilian traveling to the Illinois Valley Regional Airport from all over the country. The event will feature a flag raising ceremony, flight formations - including the missing man, flight demonstrations, and simulated torpedo runs. 2ND ANNUAL REUNION OF TBM AVENGERS - SALUTE TO VETERANS SATURDAY, MAY 20TH, 2017 ALL-DAY EVENT ILLINOIS VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY JULY 3RD (RAIN DATE OF JULY 4) HALLOWEEN PARADE OCTOBER 21ST 2 PM ROTARY PARK PEARL HARBOR DAY PARADE DECEMBER 2ND 11:30 AM WATER STREET CHRISTMAS PARADE DECEMBER 2ND 1:30 PM SANTA FLY-IN DECEMBER 3RD 1:30 PM ILLINOIS VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT Admission and parking for the event is free due to a generous donation from Marquis Energy, LLC in Hennepin. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. So invite your friends, grab your camera, and come celebrate our Armed Forces for their dedication, service, and sacrifice for our country. TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENT JUNE 17TH CENTENNIAL PARK MAUD POWELL ARTS CELEBRATION AUGUST 19TH The Maud Powell Arts Celebration commemorates the 150th birthday of Maud Powell, internationally acclaimed violinist, who was born in Peru. The weekend features displays of work of local artists, student musicians and outdoor concerts. peru.il.us 40 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

43 ONGOING EVENTS Every Thursday Starved Rock Walkers Club Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal, and the occasional walk into a nearby nature preserve. Every Thursday morning, year-round. The group meets in the lobby of the lodge and departs at 9:00 AM. Hikes last 2-3 hours depending on the destination. This event is free and open to the public. Please note: We will not hike on Thanksgiving Day. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com January - February Bald Eagle Trolley Tours Mondays & Wednesdays 11 AM Saturdays 9 AM & 11 AM & Sundays 10:30 AM Be mesmerized by the beautiful bald eagles at Starved Rock. Ride our trolley to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center for eagle viewing and an educational program. Ticket price includes your selection from our special lunch menu during the week and brunch on Sunday in the Main Dining Room. Bundle up and bring your binoculars and camera. No tours on Eagle Watch Weekend. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com February - December Musical Tribute Shows If you love Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Patsy Cline, and performers from yesteryear, you ll love our Tribute to the Stars series. Each musical tribute show includes lunch or dinner with a performance by talented entertainers that take you back in time! Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com March -December History Trolley Tours March Saturdays and Sundays: 12-1:30 PM and 1:30-3 PM April & May Saturdays: 3 PM Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM and 3-4:30 PM June - September Mondays: 1:30 PM & 3 PM Tuesday thru Saturday: 3 PM Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM, and 3-4:30 PM October Monday thru Saturday: 3 PM Sundays: 12-1:30 PM, 1:30-3 PM, and 3-4:30 PM November & December Saturdays & Sundays: 12 PM & 1:30 PM Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, historic Downtown Utica, and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com April - May Waterfall and Canyon Tours Mondays 11 AM Saturdays 9 AM & 11 AM Experience the fun of outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons: French, St. Louis and Ottawa. The tour will also include hot lunch and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls are dependent upon rainfall. For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com April -October I&M Canal Boat Tours 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 I&M Canal Boat LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org Engle Lane Theater Performances April 28 Birthday Party, May Animal Crackers, June Steel Magnolias, July 9-15 The Lion King Jr. Experience, September I Hate Hamlet and October Sister Act See englelane.org for more information. LaSalle County Historic Tours Step back to 1848 and take a ride on the I&M Canal on The Volunteer, a mule-pulled I&M Canal Boat. Meet our guides and hear their stories of life along the canal in 1848, when the I&M Canal first opened and Illinois was a western frontier. Explore Lincoln-related sites with Mary Todd Lincoln. Walk through an amazing 10-room garden and cottage house or a Victorian masterpiece. Visit a lock-tender s house and the oldest gran elevator along the I&M Canal, as well as a lock and aqueduct. Lunch included with every tour! Reservations required. April 29th October 29th I&M Canal Boat LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org iandmcanal.org April - November Take a Hike & Lunch Saturdays & Sundays Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. Peter s Sandstone. Waterfalls are a good possibility in the spring and early summer, since they are seasonal. The hike is considered strenuous. Lunch included. Hike is approximately 4.5 miles. 11 AM-2:30 PM Advanced reservations are required as space is limited. For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Stage 212 Performances April The Hallelujah Girls, July A Chorus Line, September Reefer Madness, November RMS Riv Vu LaSalle stage212.org May - September Canal Market Come roam the vendors at our Antique/Flea Market. It s Burgoo excitement all season long! Sundays 10 AM - 4 PM lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org May - October Help Wanted Tour Everyday Be a captain, a deckhand, or a mule-tender for the day! During this interactive living history tour, you will get to roll up your sleeves for a first-hand look at life on the canal in the year 1848 the year that the I&M Canal first opened. Reservations required. I&M Canal Boat. (815) LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org Step Back in Time Tour Fridays Step back in time aboard The Volunteer with a 1-hour historic mule-pulled boat ride. Period-dressed crew will take you back in time to life on the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Visit the canal-themed Lock 16 Café & Gift Shop for lunch. Then tour the historic Westclox Museum to view a variety of antiques, documents, and photos about the history of the Westclox Company. I & M Canal Boat LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org Mules, Mansion, Mimosas Sundays Enjoy a mimosa at Lock 16 Café, a historic 1-hour mule-pulled boat ride on the I&M Canal Boat, and a tour of the historic Hegeler Carus Mansion. Reservations required. I&M Canal Boat LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org Event Calendar June - August Jammin at the Clock Friday evenings 5-7 PM Heritage Park Main & Monroe Streator streator.org June - September Summer Sunset Concert Series June 9th - Cody Calkins, 16th - Last Call, 23rd - Crossroads, 30th - Double Dave Trio July 7th - Bagshot Row, 14th - Written Warning, 21st - Moementum, 28th - Steve N Steve August 4th - Midsummer Nights Glee, 11th - 70 s Rewind, 18th - Al and Jeannie Brown, 25th - Katie Belle and the Belle Rangers September 1st - Henry Torpedo Boys Grounds open at 5:30 PM for picnics. Music from 7-8:30 PM. Weather Permitting Concerts are held on the grounds of the Hegeler Carus Mansion in LaSalle. Admission is $ hegelercarus.org Visit a Canyon Tour Mondays & Sundays 10AM Saturdays 10AM & 12:30PM Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center, the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, as well as historic Downtown Utica and a scenic, guided walk to Council Overhang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and will take about 45 minutes. Tour includes: a Starved Rock map backpack, snack, and bottle of water. This tour is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility. For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Land and Water Cruises Wednesdays & Fridays 11 AM Tour includes a historic trolley ride, hot lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1-hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock - an authentic paddlewheel boat. For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Dinner & Evening Cruise Mondays & Thursdays Board a Starved Rock Trolley and travel to the Belle of the Rock for a leisurely, scenic cruise on the picturesque Illinois River. After the cruise, the trolley returns you to the lodge where you will enjoy dinner and dessert from our special dinner menu. 5-8 PM For more information or to book, call Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com June - October In the Good Old Summertime Concert Series The series features musical performances summer through fall free of charge. Plumb Pavilion in Streator City Park Streator streator.org July - August Music in the Park July 1st - The Burls (Patriotic Night), 8th - The Kramers (Gospel Night), 15th - Flat Cats, 22nd - Crash, 29th - Mary Pfeifer & the Troublemakers August 12th - The Templetons, 19th - The New Invaders, 26th - Mason Rivers The City of Ottawa proudly presents their Music in the Park Series on Saturday evenings at the historic Washington Square Park! This family-friendly event offers a variety of live music for all ages! Don t forget to bring your lawn chairs! 6-8 PM Washington Park Downtown Ottawa pickusottawail.com (Rain Location: TBA) December - March Guided Winter Hikes Saturdays & Sundays Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls and eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the lodge to pick up a snack and a Starved Rock backpack. The tour concludes at the lodge about 2 PM. In the event of ice and snow, we advise YakTrax for extra traction. The hike is approximately 4.5 miles. Remember to bring binoculars and camera. Advanced reservations are required. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com VISIT ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 41

44 BUCKS LOG CABIN Shop Dine Stay P l ay Family Owned & Operated 3 Bedrooms & Loft Comfortably Sleeps 7 Wood Stove Outdoor Grill & Firepit 25 Acres of Private Playground Beautiful Rustic Luxury Near Marseilles,IL N 23RD ROAD (ARMY ROAD) Near Marseilles State Fish & Wildlife Area buckslogcabin.com Our town is full of great places, wonderful people, and amazing things to see. With a slow pace, but plenty to do, Utica makes for a great place to visit for a day or a long weekend Events Winter Wine Walk February AM - 5 PM Mardi Gras Parade February 25 5 PM St. Pat s Parade March 11 4 PM Utica Garden Faire, Plant Sale, & Walk June AM - 3 PM Vintage Wine Festival September Matthiessen State Park Car Show October PM Burgoo Festival October 8 9 AM-5 PM Fall Colors Weekend October Veteran s Day Parade November 5 1 PM Christmas Walk December PM utica-il.gov Photography by Paula GuTtilla, Hatchet Canyon Photography Blaze Your wn Trail Just outside Chicago is the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor, Route 66 and Starved Rock Country. Journey through beautiful state parks and scenic byways. Raise your expectations at sporting events, historic theatres, and exciting casinos. Uncover new tastes at wineries and craft breweries. Blaze your own trail at ChicagolandsLargestPlayground.com Blaze Your Own Trail at ChicagolandsLargestPlayground.com 42 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

45 APRIL For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. April 15 Easter Egg Hunt 11 AM Carey Memorial Park Utica utica-il.gov April 15 Easter Egg Hunt 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. Hunt free for all, age divided. Lunch available. Hunt starts at noon, Photos with the Easter Bunny and kid s crafts start at 11 AM. Face painting, games, cake hop, bake sale are following the hunt. Peck Park South end of State Street Ottawa pickusottawail.com April 16 Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Jump Come see the bunny-suited jumper! Bring the kids for a largescale Easter egg hunt on the grounds. Get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny after he jumps into the drop zone from 13,500 feet! Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com April 22 Sip N Snip Wine tasting, live music, silent auction. Food available PM August Hill Winery Downtown Utica utica-il.gov April 22 Earth Day Hike Hike with a naturalist to the top of Starved Rock and to the bottom of French Canyon. 11 AM to 12:30 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org April 23 Wildlife Prairie Park Amazing Animals. Wildlife Prairie Park presents live animals such as skunks, turtles, and owls. 1:30 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org April 29 & 30 Mega Hike Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at 8:30, 9:00 & 9:30 AM. both days. Finish times are approximately 4:30, 5:00 and 5:30 PM. You will board a trolley with a pair of guides and be taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. Reservations required. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com April 29 & 30 Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage Join the Starved Rock guides as we hike to overlooks and canyons throughout the park enjoying the variety of spring wildflowers and sparkling waterfalls at Starved Rock State Park. Learn about the history and geology of the park. Guided hikes leave the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 9 AM & 1 PM each day. Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org April 30 Dirty Mudd r Bike Race Contact Bob for more information at Marilla Park Streator streator.org MAY For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. May 6 May Mansion Market Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org May 6 Spring Migratory Bird Hike Join the park naturalist and local bird expert, Tom Williams, as we hike to seek out resident birds and greet our spring migrators. Bring your binoculars and your favorite field guide. Hike lasts approximately 2 hours. Meet at the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 7:30-9:30AM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org MAY 6 MIDWEST MOREL FEST Learn, hunt, buy morel mushrooms during Ottawa s Midwest Morel Fest! This unique festival offers everything mushrooms for the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! Home brew tasting, food, music, and handcrafted vendors 7:00 AM - 5 PM Jordan Block Park 111 Lincoln Place Ottawa pickusottawail.com May 9 Streator Municipal Equipment Expo The community, known as a manufacturing hub, will feature local manufacturing companies offering a variety of municipal products. Contact Jack at the Streator Chamber of Commerce for more information Streator streatorexpo.com May 13 Starved Rock Country Marathon and Half Marathon The start and finish line is located next to Washington Square in Downtown Ottawa with the course going through scenic Starved Rock Country. 7AM starvedrockcountrymarathon.org May 14 Mother s Day Boat Tour Travel back in time to 1848 on the replica packet boat The Volunteer at Lock 14 in LaSalle. Treat Mom to a special day and enjoy your adventure on the historic I&M Canal. The period-clothed Captain and Crew tell the story of the Canal. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org May 19 Brews, Buds & Blooms Beer Tasting Event will again be held behind Herman s in the salt mines. Over 100 beers and a few other special products will be available to sample. Special Guest Tangled Roots Brewing will also be on hand, so that you may try their amazing brews. 6 PM 8 PM Herman s Package Store 504 West Main Street Ottawa pickusottawail.com May 20 Earlville s Cruise Night DJ, food, playground, 50/50 raffle, booths& more, Dash plaques and goodie bags for the 1st 200 vehicles. Free NSRA safety inspections. Pin striper available. 5:30 PM Downtown Earlville lasallecountycruisers.com May 20 Kids Fishing Expo at Baker Lake FREE beginning fishing how-to clinic for boys and girls ages 6 and up. 8 AM 2 PM Baker Lake Peru better-fishing-assoc.org May 20 Reunion of TBM Avengers Salute to Veterans This all-day event will feature TBM Avengers and many other warbirds, which are gathering to honor and pay tribute to veterans of all conflicts. This event will feature flight demonstrations, formation flying, and simulated torpedo runs. Bring your camera! Food and refreshments will be available for purchase on the airport grounds. Illinois Valley Regional Airport Peru peru.il.us May 20 Food Truck Festival Food, vendors, music, and beer garden 12-7 PM Downtown Streator streator.org May 21 The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com May 21 SCCR Celebration Car Show and Fly-In Sports Car Club of Rockford Car Show on the grounds with skydivers flying into the event as well. Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com May 21 Wildlife Prairie Park Live reptiles and amphibians from Wildlife Prairie Park. 1:30 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org MAY STREATOR FEST The fest is held in the City Park and will feature music, vendors and family fun. For more information contact the Streator Community Center Streator City Park streator.org May 27 Starved Rock Country Craft Beer Festival Noon - 5 PM Ottawa pickusottawail.com 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 Volunteer, a 1848 replica packet boat as we celebrate Memorial Day. To celebrate, all veterans will receive a FREE Lock 16 Gift with the purchase of a I&M Canal Boat Ticket. Call for boat schedule and reservation. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org May 29 Memorial Day Parade 9AM Mill Street Utica utica-il.gov JUNE For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. June 2 Joe the Mule s Birthday Celebration Celebrate Joe s birthday at Lock 14 aboard the I&M Canal Boat. Joe, the beloved Canal Boat Mule, pulls The Volunteer a fullsize replica packet boat down the I&M Canal as he walks on the canal path. The mules (Moe & Joe) are like celebrities in these parts, and we invite you to celebrate Joe s birthday with him and enjoy a peaceful ride along the I&M Canal. FREE piece of birthday cake for every boat ticket purchased! Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org June 3 National Trails Day Celebrate National Trails Day by hiking with the park naturalist! Hike to the top of Starved Rock and into the bottom of French Canyon. Learn about the history and geology of the park. Meet at the Starved Rock Visitor Center :30AM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org June 9 Relay for Life Streator City Park Streator streator.org JUNE RIVERS WINE FESTIVAL Wine, food, lobster and the sweet sounds of jazz! RAIN OR SHINE, we will keep you dry! Friday 5-10 PM, Saturday Noon- 10 PM, Sunday Noon-5 PM For more information, go to ottawa2riverswinefest.com June 10 & 11 Utica Garden Club Faire Huge Plant Sale & Craft Faire Rain or Shine Annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables. Both days include a self-guided tour of private gardens. Cash or check only. Sat. 9 AM - 4 PM Sun. 9 AM - 3 PM Exit #81 on I-80 Mill St & Clark St Utica uticagardenclub.org utica-il.gov Event Calendar ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 43

46 Paddleboard & Kayak Rentals Kayaks feature MirageDrive pedal system! Best way to see Starved Rock Country! Hourly rates start at just $20! ILLINI STATE PARK ZIPLINING BOATING CAMPING PUBLIC POOL KAYAK & SUP RENTALS Ottawa, Illinois Home port: 815/ QuestWatersports.com/SUP-kayak-rentals.htm EXIT 97 ON INTERSTATE 80 Enjoy the Outdoors in Marseilles May 20 - Spring Citywide Garage Sales June 17 - Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run July Marseilles Fun Days & Car Show September 16 - Fall Citywide Garage Sales December th Annual Marseilles Holiday Tournament cityofmarseilles.com Come in and experience Rock Paper Scissors, a carefully curated collection of fun and educational toys, games, and science kits, along with the best assortment of children s picture books right here your backyard. VISIT THE ILLINOIS WATERWAY VISITOR CENTER 712 LaSalle Street Ottawa, IL Hours: M-F 10-5:30 Thursday until 6 & Saturday until 3 Closed Mondays Jan - April Watch impressive towboats of mammoth proportions navigating through the Starved Rock Lock. Plus, view our displays to learn about the modern lock and dam system as well as the historic I&M Canal. We have a theater, an elevator for easy access, and an expanded viewing balcony. Please remember to be safe as you enjoy our waterways! We offer state-approved boating classes free to the public, plus boat safety checks. Wear your life jackets while on the water. Be safe! Don t drink and boat! 722 LaSalle Street Ottawa, IL Prairie Fox Books invites you to come in, pull up a chair, and discover your next read. Choose from our curated collection of novels and nonfiction to widen your horizons without leaving home. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Illinois Waterway Visitor Center 950 North 27th Rd Ottawa Gary.L.Shea@usace.army.mil 44 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

47 June 11 Thrilla at Marilla Mountain Bike Race The second round of the IL State Championship XC Race Series on the newly established trail at Marilla Park. Contact Bob Sandy at streator.org June 11 The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com June POCO-A-POCO Summer Music Camp Park Presbyterian Church For more information, contact Kate Tombaugh katetombaugh.com Streator streator.org June Lion s Club Carnival Jordan Block Ottawa pickusottawail.com June 16 Movie in the Park Rain Date: June 18 Centennial Park Peru peru.il.us June 16 Ottawa s Cruise Night Check out the antique and custom cars during the city s annual Cruise Night! Over 100 different models of cars will line the streets! 6-10 PM Downtown Ottawa lasallecountycruisers.com June More on 34 From Galesburg to Aurora, this is the largest yard sale in Illinois! 150-mile yard sale along Route 34. Miles and miles of treasures to be found. moreon34.com June 17 Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run Exit 97 on Interstate 80 Riverside Plaza Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com June 17 Touch A Truck This event provides a close-up and hands-on experience of all sorts of big trucks including fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, construction, farm, military vehicles, wreckers, cement trucks, and many more. Great family event. Concession and bouncy inflatables. Noon - 4 PM Centennial Park Peru peru.il.us June 17 Lock 14 Kids Fishing Tournament For boys and girls. Two age groups: 4-12 & Bring your tackle: one pole and one hook. No artificial lures. Bait will be furnished. Prizes awarded AM Lock 14, I & M Canal LaSalle better-fishing-assoc.org June 18 Father s Day Boat Tours on the I&M Canal Travel back in time to 1848 on the replica-packet boat The Volunteer at Lock 14 in LaSalle. Treat Dad to a special day and enjoy your adventure on the historic I&M Canal. The period-clothed Captain and Crew tell the story of the Canal. All Fathers will receive a FREE Lock 16 Gift with the purchase of a I&M Canal Boat Ticket. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org June 20 Summer Solstice Float gently down the I&M Canal, while soaking in the sun s rays on the longest day of the year. Travel back in time to 1848 on the replica-packet boat The Volunteer at Lock 14 in LaSalle. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org JUNE SENECA SHIPYARD DAYS Celebrating Seneca s rich history and its role in WWII as home to the Prairie Shipyard. Historic displays & tours, live bands, Shipyard Shuffle 5K & Fun Run, kids activities, carnival, fireworks, and more! Downtown Seneca senecashipyarddays.com senecail.org JUNE CELEBRATE LASALLE Fireworks, car show, beer garden, carnival, live music, food, and craft & vendor fair. 2nd Street Downtown LaSalle lasalle-il.gov June 23 Music in the Park Music provided by Power house DJ 7 PM - 9 PM Knudson Park Lincoln Street Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com June 24 Historical Photo Scavenger Hunt Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org June 24 Kayaking 101 Learn to kayak with Kayak Morris, instruction followed by kayaking along the bluffs at Starved Rock. Meet at Lone Point Shelter at the east end of Starved Rock State Park, $39 rental fee each. 9-11:30 AM Registration required starting May 1 at kayakmorris.com/starved-rock-kayak-tour. Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org June 25 Sunrise Rotary Garden Walk Beautiful gardens in and around Ottawa! Get ideas for your own garden, plus enjoy a day of appreciating the outdoors. 1 4 PM 100 West Lafayette Street Ottawa pickusottawail.com JULY For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. JULY 1 PLUTO FEST This celebration features local homebrew tasting, musical entertainment, vendors, food booths, and Kid s Corner. 10 AM-4 PM Streator City Park Streator streator.org July 1-4 Freedom Fest Boogie Fourth of July festival with fireworks on Saturday night. Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com July 2 4th of July Fireworks Utica utica-il.gov July 3 4th of July Fireworks Display Rain Date: July 4 Peru peru.il.us July 4 4th of July Fireworks Mendota mendotachamber.com Ottawa flowers radfordjohnny@yahoo.com July 4 4th of July Fireworks Our unique venue offers viewing from the high school bleachers all the way to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either on shore or in your boat. 211 East Main Street Ottawa pickusottawail.com July 4 Independence Day on the I&M Canal Celebrate the 4th of July on the I&M Canal aboard The Volunteer, the 1848 replica-packet boat. The American Midwest was transformed with the introduction of a waterway that stretched 96 miles from Chicago to LaSalle, IL. Sit on the open-air deck or in the enclosed cabin. Wear red, white and/or blue and receive a free Lock 16 gift with the purchase of an I&M Canal Boat Ticket. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org July 4 Sheridan s 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Parade is at 2 PM Sheridan sheridan-il.us July 4 Sheridan American Legion Annual Patriotic Cruise This year also includes motorcycles. Food and beverages available. 3-6 PM 300 E Si Johnson Avenue Sheridan sheridan-il.us JULY 6-9 STREATOR S 4TH - AMERICA S BEST Beer garden, entertainment, and more. Carnival at Northpoint Plaza. Saturday, July 9th - the best fireworks will be held in a 30th anniversary special fireworks extravaganza that pays tribute to the music of all three decades of our celebration. The parade and Auto Lotto drawing is on Sunday, July 10th. streators4th.org JULY 6-9 SUMMER FUN FEST Musical entertainment, food and beverage court, carnival and midway, children s activities, kiddie parade, water fights, craft and vendor fair, car show, fireworks, and more. See oglesbyfunfest.com for more details and a complete list of musical acts. Municipal Pool Grounds Oglesby oglesbyfunfest.com July LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair 7 PM - Broken Horn Rodeo Thurs. and 7 PM - Illini State Pullers Truck and Tractor Pulls 7 PM - Ramer Race Promotions Demolition Derby Sat. afternoon - Rob Thompson, Funny Magic Guy Fri., Sat., Sun. - livestock shows Thurs. thru Sun. - 4-H projects will be on display Gate - $10 per day or purchase a season pass for $25 LaSalle County Fairgrounds 1548 North 2725th Rd (4-H Road) web.extension.illinois.edu/blmp/lasalle4h/ JULY MARSEILLES FUN DAYS A fun-packed weekend of events for all ages! Main Street Car Cruise from 5-8 PM on Saturday, July 16. Stay afterwards to enjoy food, drinks, and bands until midnight. 10 AM-3 PM. Sunday Fun in the Summer Sun Games, crafts, and water related activities. 11 AM-3 PM Crafters from 10 AM - 3 PM. Knudson Park Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com July 15 & 16 Historic Quilt Turn Down Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org July 16 The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com July 21 Peek into LaSalle Come out for an Art & Wine Stroll and see all that LaSalle has to offer. Wine tasting at LaSalle State Bank parking lot then stroll downtown. Participating businesses will have an artist in residence to display their artwork. Downtown condos can also be toured. All of this as you listen to live music. Proceeds to LaSalle Business Association and North Central Illinois ART Works. Downtown LaSalle lasalle-il.gov July Mardi Gras in July Authentic Cajun and creole, music and food, giveaways and more! Music by Dennis Stroughmatt and Creole Stomp. During business hours at Cajun Connection. 897 E US Hwy 6 Utica ronscajunconnection.com July 29 Ag Day Activities held throughout the day celebrating agriculture in Illinois. The event is open to the public and admission is free! Streator City Park Streator streator.org July 29 Cruise Night Cars, trucks, tractors, and motorcycles. Dash plaques for the first 100 cars. Rain or shine 2-6 PM Norway Event Calendar ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 45

48 Shop EAT EXPLORE JUNE SEPTEMBER EVERY TUESDAY Farmer s Market JUNE Celebrate La Salle Summer Festival JULY 21 Peek Into La Salle Wine & Art SEPTEMBER 8-9 Music Festival BBQ & Blues Jazz N the Street NOVEMBER 21-JANUARY 1 Celebration of Lights Rotary Park DECEMBER 3 Miracle on 1st Street La Salle lasalle-il.gov Reserved luxury seating BEER & WINE FIRST RUN MOVIES Free Refills Streator Eagle Danny s Drive, Streator OPEN APRIL - OCTOBER FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Open 7 PM Movies Start At Dusk FULL MENU CONCESSION STAND WE ARE NOW DIGITAL Located on RT 34 Earlville, IL RT34drivein.com EVENTS APRIL 30 Dirty Mudd r Bike Race STREATOR A Quiet Surprise On The Prairie MAY 9 Streator Municipal Equipment Expo MAY 20 Food Truck Festival MAY Streator Fest JUNE 11 Thrilla at Marilla Mountain Bike Race JUNE 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 JUNE OCTOBER Plumb Pavilion Concert Series Downtown Farmers Market streator.org 46 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

49 JULY 29-AUGUST 6 SUMMERFEST BOOGIE Our biggest boogie of the year! The essential skydiving event of every year. Jumpers from around the world attend to skydive for a whole week with entertainment and events every night. Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com AUGUST For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. AUGUST 1-6 SUMMERFEST BOOGIE See listing in July for more info. Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com August 2 Myrna Loy s Birthday Visit the Weber House & Garden today and hear personal stories about this legendary movie star from her friend Ted Weber. Open every day 10 AM - 5 PM. Please call ahead; Unscheduled closings are possible. Weber House & Garden Streator weberhouseandgarden.com AUGUST 2-6 OTTAWA S RIVERFEST Let s rock on the river! Music, carnival rides, art shows, craft and flea markets, kids activities, sidewalk sales, and the famous Taste of Ottawa. You are sure to find something for everyone. The parade is Sunday at 1 PM. Downtown Ottawa ottawariverfest.org August 4 Moe the Mule s Birthday Celebration 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 I&M Canal as he walks on the canal path. We invite you to celebrate Moe s birthday with him and enjoy a peaceful ride along the I&M Canal. FREE piece of birthday cake for every boat ticket purchased! Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org August 5 & 6 Art in the Park Fine Art Show The Art in the Park Fine Art Show is a juried and judged show and sale featuring area artists and artisan, exhibiting works in oil painting, acrylics, pastels, graph, illustrations, pottery, glass, woodworking, metals, jewelry and much more. 9 AM - 4 PM Washington Park Ottawa ottawaartleague.org August 6 Ottawa s Annual Car Show Come check out this spectacular car show! Open to all cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Vehicle registration takes place from 8 AM. 10 AM - 5 PM Lincoln Douglas Parking Lot Ottawa lasallecountycruisers.com AUGUST SWEET CORN FESTIVAL Carnival, parade, queen pageant, 200+ vendors, flea market, food booths, beer garden, and live bands. FREE Del Monte Sweet Corn is served Sunday afternoon. Downtown Mendota sweetcornfestival.com August 12 National Farmers Market Day Activities include a petting zoo, educational classes, special vendors, and live music at Plumb Pavilion. Admission is free. Streator City Park Streator streator.org August Women s State Record (50-Jumpers) 50 belly-jumping skydivers will link to form a massive network of jumpers. The largest formation for women in the state to date. Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com AUGUST 19 MAUD POWELL ARTS CELEBRATION Join the City of Peru in celebrating the life of legendary violinist Maud Powell. A morning children s performance will be followed by an evening filled with local musicians and artists. All festivities are free and open to the public. Downtown Peru peru.il.us August 20 The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com August 25 I & M Canal National Heritage Area Anniversary The Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area celebrates its anniversary! In August 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill establishing the first National Heritage Area in the nation. This new kind of national park was the first explicit marriage of preservation, conservation, recreation, and economic development. The LaSalle Canal Boat celebrates the anniversary with I&M Canal Tours aboard the replica canal boat The Volunteer. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org August 26 Prairie Shipyard Cruise Night For cars, trucks, motorcycles, and antique tractors. Food, entertainment, 50/50 Raffle. Dash plaques to first 200 entries PM senecacruise@gmail Downtown Seneca facebook.com/senecacruise senecail.org SEPTEMBER For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41 For farmers markets, see page 25. September 1-15 Sweet Autumn Clematis Festival See hundreds of feet of walls covered in Autumn Clematis followed by punch in Luther Hall. The Autumn Clematis should bloom for two weeks. Open every day 10 AM - 5 PM Please call ahead; Unscheduled closings are possible. Weber House & Garden Streator weberhouseandgarden.com September 2 Roamer Cruise Night and Car Show Held in the downtown business district and Streator City Park. Featuring cars, food, music, prizes and old-fashioned family fun. The car show begins at 9 AM in the park and concludes at 3 PM with trophies awarded. Cars will cruise the downtown from 6-10 PM Saturday evening. On display will be a 1917 Roamer, originally produced in Streator. Downtown Streator & Streator City Park streator.org September 2 Birds of Prey Live Save Our American Raptors will be on hand with live birds of prey! See birds of prey such as falcons, owls, and hawks up close and learn about the impressive adaptations and behaviors of these remarkable birds. Program starts at 11 AM & 1 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org September 4 Labor Day at Lock 14 in LaSalle Take a round-trip journey on a mule-pulled, full-size replica canal boat. The tour will take you on the same hand-dug waterway that 19th century pioneers traveled. Your guides, dressed as canal era crew, will take you back in time to life on the American frontier and the Illinois prairie. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org SEPTEMBER 8 & 9 LASALLE S MUSIC FESTIVAL Friday BBQ & Blues We ll be celebrating with bands, BBQ & Rib Cook-Off Contest. Held on 1st Street between Marquette & Gooding in historic La- Salle. Enjoy blues through 11 PM or so. Don t forget to grab some legendary BBQ from one of our vendors! 4 PM - 11 PM Saturday Jazz N the Street This one-day gathering will feature a variety of jazz musicians, as well as a wine and imported beer garden and food vendors. This family-friendly festival will end with fireworks at 9:30 PM. 4 PM - 10 PM Downtown LaSalle lasalle-il.gov lasallebusiness.org SEPTEMBER 9 MARSEILLES RENAISSANCE FAIRE Music, crafts, games, era displays, and food 10AM - 6PM Knudson Park Lincoln Street Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com September 9 & 10 Royal Princess Tea Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org September 10 Crosley Car Show 8 AM - 4 PM Carey Memorial Park Utica utica-il.gov September 16 Chamber Car Show & Cruise Mendota mendotachamber.com September 16 Autumn Migratory Bird Hike Join the park naturalist and local bird expert Tom Williams as we hike to seek out resident birds and greet our fall migrators. Bring your binoculars and your favorite field guide. Hike lasts 2 hours. 7:30AM - 9:30AM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org September 16 Fiber in the Park This annual event features wool, mohair, alpaca and natural fibers for spinners and crafters. There will be yarn, weaving, spinning, crocheting, and felting supplies for sale and demonstrations. Food and live music. 3rd Sat in September 9 AM - 4 PM Shabbona Park 4178 County Highway 22 Earlville fiberinthepark.org SEPTEMBER 16 & 17 VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL Twenty-eight wineries will be participating in one of the state s largest festivals of Illinois wines. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy great wine, food, music, and beautiful Matthiessen State Park. Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM Sunday Noon - 5 PM Mattheissen State Park RT 178 Oglesby vintageillinois.com September 17 Half-St. Patrick s Day The I&M Canal, hand-dug by Irish immigrants, was designed to be 60 feet wide and 6 feet deep. Eleven significant towns developed along the I&M Canal, six of them founded by the canal commissioners, including: Ottawa, Chicago, LaSalle, Lockport, DuPage/ Channahon, and Morris. Take a tour aboard The Volunteer, the replica canal boat on the historic I&M Canal. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org September 17 The Amazing Race Starved Rock Lodge Style Try to be the first to uncover the Legend of Starved Rock. Teams are 2-4 people. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com September 23 & 24 Mega Hike Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well, now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the lodge at 8:30, 9, & 9:30 AM both days. Finish times are approx. 4:30, 5, & 5:30 PM. Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch, and a specially-designed performance t-shirt. Reservations required. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Event Calendar ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 47

50 September 24 Valley Carvers Woodcarving Expo See over 100 exhibits of woodcarving artists. Outside the lodge, see chainsaw woodcarving in action. Raffles of woodcarvings and other items too. Open to the public. Free admission. This program is partially funded by the Illinois Valley Fine Arts Trust 9 AM - 5 PM. For more information, contact Bob Wills at Starved Rock Room & Great Hall starvedrocklodge.com September 28 Oktoberfest Matinee A celebration of Germany! Food, beer, wine, and music. Join the fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of German foods and listen to German music. 11:30 AM Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com SEPTEMBER 30 SCARECROW FESTIVAL This annual festival has something to offer every member of the family! From a petting zoo to face painting to bouncy houses. Over 75 booths 10 AM 4 PM Downtown Ottawa pickusottawail.com OCTOBER For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. October Fall Colors Trolley Tour Mondays 11 AM & Saturdays 9:30 AM & 11 AM Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year. Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, hot lunch in our rustic Main Dining Room, and guided scenic walk to Council Overhang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and will take 45 minutes. This tour is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility. Reservation required. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com October Fright Trail 6 Fridays and Saturdays in October Opens at 5:00. Trail opens at dusk for the guided walking tour minutes All ages Food is available for purchase. Fun, entertainment, and games. Cedar Creek Ranch ccrstables.com October 1 Hike for a Cure Depart from the Back Door Lounge at Starved Rock Lodge for four guided hikes at 9, 9:30, 10, or 10:30 AM or take your own personal hike to the top of Starved Rock in support of a cure for breast cancer. $20 donation includes: a t-shirt, light breakfast, and HOPE stone to carry on the hike. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com October 1 Angel of Hope 10AM - 5 PM Downtown Utica utica-il.gov October 5 Coal, Shale, & Ironstone: Geology of Mazon Creek Enjoy a 3-course meal and an interesting presentation about Mazon Creek the world s great Lagerstätten or Mother Lodes. This Dinner Lecture highlights the importance of Mazon Creek in understanding the story of our planet, specifically the Pennsylvanian Period. Reservation Required Lock 16 Visitor Center LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org October 7 & 8 Rookiefest Rookie skydivers train all year and compete in one weekend of planned dives and moves. Winner take all! Skydive Chicago Ottawa skydivechicago.com OCTOBER 7 & 8 LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY S BURGOO FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW This event is one of the largest and longest running festivals in Illinois. The festival s signature dish is burgoo stew, a pioneer dish consisting of beef, chicken, pork, and vegetables, which is cooked over an open fire throughout the night. Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM Canal Market over 100 vendors 1 PM until 7 PM Antique Car Show along with live music Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM 375+ vendors Live music Downtown Utica lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org October 8 Lincoln Day on the I&M Canal Mary Todd Lincoln hosts this very special canal boat series! Join us as you are pulled by a live mule gently up the I&M Canal. You ll board the 76 by 15-foot full-size replica of the 19th century canal boats that once carried passengers on the I&M Canal! Listen to stories about President Lincoln s trip down the I&M Canal and the Lincoln s family life in Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org October 8-9 Oktoberfest Dinners Food, beer, wine, and music from 5-7 PM. A celebration of Germany! Join the fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of German foods and listen to German music. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com October 10 Tea at Lock 16 Tea has been enjoyed for centuries, and it has been touted as a miracle cure and one of the most potent health drinks. Spend the afternoon with friends in our charming Vintage Room sipping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sandwiches, scones, sweet treats and more. Reservations are required. 2PM - 4 PM Call for information or reservations Lock 16 Visitor Center LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org October 12 Celebration of Kukla, Fran and Ollie Hear stores about Burr Tilstrom, Fran Allision and all the kuklapolitan players from their friend, Ted Weber. Open every day 10 AM - 5 PM Please call ahead; Unscheduled closings are possible. Weber House & Garden Streator weberhouseandgarden.com October 13 & 14 Ghosts of Ottawa Past Ghost stories at Reddick Mansion and a walking tour of Ottawa s notorious haunted spots. Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org October Oktoberfest Dinners Food, beer, wine, and music from 5-7 PM. A celebration of Germany! Join the fun! Sample German wine and beer. Enjoy a buffet of German foods and listen to German music. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com October UFPD Haunted House 6-10 PM Utica utica-il.gov OCTOBER 21 HARVEST FEST Craft and vendor show, free entertainment and an old-fashioned bonfire, wiener roast, and children s craft activities. For more information, call AM - 5 PM Downtown Oglesby Oglesby oglesby.il.us oglesbyscramble.com October 21 The Scramble/Mobile Escape Room Oglesby s own Amazing Race that has teams crisscrossing the city performing physical tasks and mental challenges in a race for cash prizes. Those interested in a less-physical challenge will enjoy the Mobile Escape Room, where participants are locked inside a mad scientist s lab and must work together to uncover clues, solve puzzles to free themselves, and save the world. 11 AM For more information, call or visit oglesbyscramble.com. Oglesby oglesbyscramble.com October 21 Zombie Pub Crawl When the sun goes down, the zombies come out. A fun evening sponsored by Oglesby s pubs and taverns with a cash prize drawing at the end of the night for those who visit each stop on the tour. Most stops will offer season-inspired drink specials with some venues offering musical entertainment. Zombie attire is optional. 6 to 10 PM Downtown Oglesby oglesbyscramble.com October 21 Halloween Parade 2 PM Rotary Park Peru peru.il.us October 21 & 22 Falls Colors Weekend Join the Starved Rock guides as we hike to overlooks and canyons to view the spectacular colors of fall. Learn about the history and geology of Starved Rock. Hike leaves from the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 9 PM & 1 PM. Hikes are free! Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org October 26 National Mule Day Mule Day is an annual celebration of all things related to mules. The LaSalle Canal Boat Mules Moe & Joe pull the full-size replica canal boat down the historic I&M Canal. Come celebrate Moe & Joe and receive a free carrot to feed them with every purchase of a I&M Canal Boat ticket! This tour offers its passengers a glimpse into a bygone era and the heritage of the Irish immigrants who dug the canal by hand in Illinois pioneer days. Call for boat schedule and reservations. LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org October 27 & 28 Haunted Boat Tours 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 dock. Advanced reservations are recommended, since space is limited. Call for boat schedule and reservations. Lock 16 Visitor Center LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org October UFPD Haunted House 6-10 PM Utica utica-il.gov October 28 Creatures of the Night Save Our American Raptors will bring several live owls. 11 AM - Noon and 1-2 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org October 28 Haunted Halloween Hikes & Storytelling. Hike with a naturalist to the top of Starved Rock. Hear haunted tales and meet the Pink Lady. Hike leaves at 5 PM and 6 PM. Kids crafts will be 5-7 PM. Storytelling with Bill Myers will be 7-8 PM. Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org NOVEMBER For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. November 21 - January 1 Celebration of Lights Rotary Park LaSalle lasalle-il.gov 48 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

51 November 5 Veterans Day Parade Come honor veterans from all over the area. This is one parade you don t want to miss! 1 PM Downtown Utica uticapost731.com utica-il.gov November 10 Leinenkugel Dinner This fun evening includes a dinner with all dishes made with Leinenkugel beer. You will also be able to taste the Leinenkugel beer variety. There will be chances to win great prizes including one grand prize. Must be present to win! 6:30 PM Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com November 11 Veterans Day Ceremony 11 AM Washington Park Peru peru.il.us November 17 A Sparkling Night at the Mansion Sip champagne and enjoy chocolate treats while previewing the lovely Christmas decorations and learning about the history of the Reddick Mansion. Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org November 24 Festival of Lights Parade Celebrate the holiday season with the lighting up of historic Washington Square Park! A visit from Santa, a holiday parade, and festive decorations make this Ottawa tradition a memory to cherish! Parade begins at 6 PM. All events are weather permitting. Downtown Ottawa pickusottawail.com November 25 Keeping Christmas Close to Home Features the annual lighting of downtown for the Christmas holiday, lighted parade through the main street, live music, food, marketplace, toy drive, and a special visit by Santa. For event times and locations, visit streator.org. Downtown Streator November 26 Xmas in the Village 2-4:30 PM Utica utica-il.gov November 30 Illinois Trail Markers Enjoy a 3-course meal and an interesting presentation about early Illinois transportation. The Native Americans had a widespread trail system in place and the Trail Marker Trees served as exit signs off these land and water routes bringing them to areas of specific interest much like the exit signs today. Reservation Required Lock 16 Visitor Center LaSalle lasallecanalboat.org DECEMBER For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. December Guided Winter Hikes Saturday & Sunday Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls & eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the Lodge to pick up a snack and a Starved Rock backpack. The tour concludes at the lodge about 2 PM. In the event of ice and snow, we advise YakTrax for extra traction. The hike is approximately 4.5 miles. Remember to bring binoculars and camera. Advanced reservations are required. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com December 1 - January 1 Celebration of Lights Rotary Park LaSalle lasalle-il.gov December th Century Christmas Visitors will enjoy Christmas as celebrated in the 18th century with candlelit rooms and tables laden with cakes and sweet meats. By appointment. Weber House & Garden Streator weberhouseandgarden.com December Christmas Trolley Lights Tour Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the La- Salle, Peru, Oglesby, and Utica area. Let our staff plan the route and do the driving, so you can enjoy light displays in our fully-enclosed trolley. Reservations required. 6 PM - 8 PM Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com December 1 Candlelight Tour Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org December 1-3 Chris Kringle Market The market will have 20 vendor huts featuring locally created works of art and small Christmas items hand crafted by local artisans. Traditional German holiday foods, beverages, and baked goods. Other activities will likely include: carriage rides, ice sculpting demonstrations, live reindeer, and more. Friday 4-9 PM, Saturday 10 AM 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM 4 PM 100 block of West Jackson St. adjacent to Washington Square Park Ottawa pickusottawail.com December 2 Holiday Magic in Marseilles Holiday light parade kicks off at 5:30 PM. Santa will be at Labor Local #393 from 6 PM - 8 PM. Visit Santa and make and take crafts for everyone Food and beverages available for purchase. Labor Local 393 Main Street Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com December 2 Pearl Harbor Day Parade 11:30 AM Water Street Peru peru.il.us December 2 Christmas Parade 1:30 PM Begins at the Peru Library and ends at the Peru Municipal Building. Peru peru.il.us December 2 A Mendota Christmas Mendota mendotachamber.com December 3 Santa Fly-In 1:30 PM Illinois Valley Regional Airport Peru peru.il.us December 3 LaSalle s Miracle on 1st Street Breakfast with Santa at Lock 16, Canal Market, Santa s Workshop, holiday tours at the Hegeler Carus Mansion, Christmas movies, carriage and fire truck rides, and more! 8 AM 4 PM Downtown LaSalle lasalle-il.gov December 7 & 8 Christmas Tea at Lock 16 Spend the afternoon with friends in our charming Vintage Room sipping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sandwiches, scones, sweet treats, and more. Reservations required. 2-4 PM at Lock 16 Visitor Center LaSalle Call for information or reservations. lasallecanalboat.org December 8 Candlelight Tour Reddick Mansion Ottawa reddickmansion.org December 8-10 Chris Kringle Market The market will have 20 vendor huts featuring locally created works of art and small Christmas items hand crafted by local artisans. Traditional German holiday foods, beverages, and baked goods. Other activities will likely include: carriage rides, ice sculpting demonstrations, live reindeer, and more. Friday 4-9 PM, Saturday 10 AM 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM 4 PM 100 block of West Jackson St. adjacent to Washington Square Park Ottawa pickusottawail.com December 9 Old Town Farmer s Christmas Market 8 AM - 4 PM 807 LaSalle Street Ottawa pickusottawail.com December 10 Christmas Walk 1-4 PM Downtown Utica utica-il.gov December 16 Breakfast with Santa Join the jolliest man himself, as well as the Mrs., for a breakfast buffet at Starved Rock Lodge. Following breakfast, you ll be treated to Magic by Cory. Also attending will be Grace, a white tailed deer from the Furry Friends. 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Please call for reservations. Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com December 23 Santa Parade in the Village 6PM Utica utica-il.gov December Marseilles Holiday Tournament Marseilles cityofmarseilles.com December 30 Holiday Storytelling with Bill Myers Bill Myers, local Illinois Valley storyteller, will be spinning his holiday tales at the Starved Rock Visitor Center. 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org A LOOK AHEAD TO 2018 For ongoing concerts, markets, tours, cruises, hikes, teas, and dinner lectures, see page 41. For farmers markets, see page 25. JANUARY st First Day Hike Starved Rock Visitor Center 7th Starved Rock Lodge Bridal Expo 14th Sled Dog Demos & Seminars LaSalle Room 20st & 21st Winter Wilderness Weekend 27th & 28th Eagle Watch Weekend FEBRUARY rd & 4th Cross-Country Ski Weekend Matthiessen State Park Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org 18th Sled Dog Demos & Seminars LaSalle Room Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Winter Wine Walk Utica utica-il.gov Mardi Gras Parade Utica utica-il.gov MARCH 2018 St. Pat s Parade Utica utica-il.gov APRIL 2018 Earth Day Hike Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org Mega Hike Starved Rock Lodge starvedrocklodge.com Easter Egg Hunts Ottawa, Utica, Skydive Chicago 28th & 29th Wildflower Pilgrimage Starved Rock Visitor Center starvedrockstatepark.org For more information on these 2018 events, go to enjoylasallecounty.com in December 2017/January VISIT ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION Event Calendar ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 49

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53 Directory LaSalle County offers a wide variety of fantastic dining options for every budget and craving. Be sure to check out these advertisers along with the other great locations that you will find while out and about. BURGERS.SUSHI.MAC Tuesday-Friday 4PM to 10PM Saturday 11AM to 10PM BASH BurgerAndSushiHouse.com DINE-IN OR CARRY-OUT all under one roof 215 WEST JEFFERSON STREET DOWNTOWN OTTAWA CEDAR POINT GUNSMOKE GRILL SEE AD PG EAST IL ROUTE 71 CEDAR POINT thegunsmokegrill.com American BBQ LD $$ LASALLE DENNY S SEE AD PG CIVIC ROAD LASALLE dennys.com American BLD Sunday Brunch $ LOCK 16 VISITOR CENTER CAFÉ SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE lasallecanalboat.org iandmcanal.org American Coffee Shop Ice Cream BL $$ SOCIAL KITCHEN SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE SocialKitchenLaSalle American Coffee Shop LD Weekend Brunch $$ UPTOWN GRILL SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE uptowngrill.com American Italian Ice Cream LD $$ MARSEILLES MARSEILLES FAMILY RESTAURANT SEE AD PG EAST BLUFF STREET MARSEILLES American Italian Ice Cream BLD $ MENDOTA CINDY S ON 34 SEE AD PG RAYMOND DRIVE MENDOTA American Italian Mexican Beer and Wine BLD Sunday Brunch $ NORTH UTICA KINDRED SPIRITS DISTILLERY SEE AD PG IL ROUTE 178 NORTH UTICA KindredSpiritsDistilleryIL.com American-pizza OGLESBY MR. SALSA S SEE AD PG EAST WALNUT STREET OGLESBY Mexican American LD $$ THE ROOTBEER STAND SEE AD PG COLUMBIA AVENUE OGLESBY American Ice Cream LD $ STARVED ROCK LODGE DINING LOCATIONS SEE AD PG EAST 875TH ROAD OGLESBY starvedrocklodge.com American Coffee Shop Ice Cream BLD Sunday Brunch $$ MAIN DINING ROOM RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED BACK DOOR LOUNGE VERANDA - Summer Outdoor Dining STARVED ROCK CAFÉ OTTAWA B.A.S.H - BURGER AND SUSHI HOUSE SEE AD PG WEST JEFFERSON STREET OTTAWA BASH (2274) BurgerAndSushiHouse.com American Asian LD $$ HANK S FARM SEE AD PG NORTH IL ROUTE 71 OTTAWA hanksfarm.com American Italian D THE LONE BUFFALO BY TANGLED ROOTS BREWING COMPANY SEE AD INSIDE BACK COVER LASALLE STREET OTTAWA thelonebuffalo.com tangledrootsbrewingco.com American LD Sunday Brunch TRIPLE J ICE CREAM SEE AD PG CANAL AVENUE OTTAWA American Ice Cream LD $ WOODY S STEAKHOUSE SEE AD PG LASALLE STREET OTTAWA American D $$$ PERU THE IGLOO SEE AD PG TH STREET PERU igloodiner.com American Ice Cream LD $ SHERIDAN NORWAY STORE RESTAURANT SEE AD PG NORTH IL ROUTE 71 SHERIDAN Norway Store American Scandinavian BL $ DINING KEY B L D $ $$ $$$ Breakfast Lunch Dinner Bar $10 & Under $20 & Under $30 & Under Entertainment ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 51

54 Wine Tasting & Gift Boutique Offering a wide variety of wines, craft beers, and seasonal specials, come join us for sipping and shopping. And stay tuned to our calendar of events! Clarks Run Creek Find us on Facebook! Utica s Newest & Largest Antique Shop Rusty, old, recycled, weathered, refinished, shabby, vintage, chippy, trendy or just plain cool. Enjoy the hunt, touch and feel, have the excitement of a great find. Extraordinary Fun Whether you prefer the rush of adrenaline or the calm of leisure, there is always something to do in LaSalle County. From outdoor adventure and fun on the water to indoor attractions and unique shops, you are sure find something that you will enjoy. 143 Mill Street clarksruncreek.com Come check out both our locations in historic Utica! 215 N. Division Street clarksrunantiques.com For additional things to do, see parks and recreation, the calendar of events, pages 32-35, and page 38. For every woman Building your beauty from the inside out SEE US FOR COMPLIMENTARY PROFESSIONAL FITTINGS, quality bras, swimwear, shapewear, mastectomy bras and prostheses, nursing bras, and bridal foundations European sizing featuring bands in 30 to 52 and cups AA-K. M-F 10 AM 5 PM Thurs 10 AM 7 PM Sat 9 AM 3 PM Sun Noon -4 PM 4419 N Progress Blvd Peru girlfriendsbraspecialists.com JOBST MONUMENTS & GIFTS One of the finest malls in North Central Illinois Peru Antique Mall Over 200 Quality Dealers Handicapped Accessible Single Level 9:30am - 5:30am 7 days a week 2702 May Road, Peru (Located on North side of 1-80 between exit 73 & 75) Jack & Jan Olson Home of Stuffed Bread on Thursdays! OPEN MON-SAT 10-5 CALL FOR HOLIDAY HOURS 52 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM UNIQUE INDOOR & OUTDOOR GIFTS Open M-F 10-5 Saturday W. Main Street Ottawa Across from Knights of Columbus See What We Offer On Facebook OTTAWADEJAVU DEJA VU Unique Gifts & Decor Jewelry & Handbags Bath & Body Door Co. Coffees Quality Florals Cards & Candles 716 LASALLE STREET OTTAWA Soup & Salads Subs & More Party Platters Homemade Desserts Daily Specials Norway Store & Restaurant HOURS M-F 5 AM-8 PM SAT 6 AM-8 PM SUN 8 AM-5 PM 3654 N 71 Sheridan W. Grant Street Streator, IL hours: Mon-Thur 8:30am - 6pm Fri-Sat 8:30am - 2pm Closed Sundays Specializing in Scandinavian Foods ~Specials~ Thursday Broasted Chicken and Ribs! Sunday All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet! First Wednesday of every month come enjoy our Norwegian Buffet! Norway Store

55 Directory ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING ENTERTAINMENT CEDAR CREEK RANCH SEE AD PG EAST IL ROUTE 71 CEDAR POINT ccrstables.com CHRIS KRINGLE MARKET SEE AD PG 10 December 1-3 & 8-10 DOWNTOWN OTTAWA pickusottawail.com GATOR CREEK CRUISE SEE AD PG EAST IL ROUTE 71 CEDAR POINT ccrstables.com QUEST WATERSPORTS SEE AD PG OLD CHICAGO ROAD OTTAWA questwatersports.com ILLINOIS GRAPE GROWERS & VINTNERS ASSOCIATION VINTAGE ILLINOIS WINE FESTIVAL SEE AD PG 25 SEPTEMBER MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK IL ROUTE 178 OGLESBY vintageillinois.com illinoiswine.com BOAT TOURS BELLE OF THE ROCK STARVED ROCK ADVENTURES 1 DEE BENNETT ROAD OTTAWA starvedrockadventures.com DINNER & EVENING CRUISE STARVED ROCK LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER 2668 EAST 875TH ROAD OGLESBY starvedrocklodge.com I & M CANAL BOAT SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE lasallecanalboat.org iandmcanal.org LAND & WATER CRUISE STARVED ROCK LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER 2668 EAST 875TH ROAD OGLESBY starvedrocklodge.com CONCIERGE/TOUR GUIDE STARVED ROCK CONNECTIONS SEE AD PG 20 CONTACT JULIE AT starvedrockconnections.com INDOOR ACTIVITIES AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. SEE AD PG MILL STREET UTICA augusthillwinery.com iscbubbly.com ENCHANTED FOREST INDOOR AMUSEMENT PARK GRIZZLY JACK S GRAND BEAR RESORT 2643 IL ROUTE 178 UTICA grizzlyjacksresort.com KINDRED SPIRITS DISTILLERY SEE AD PG IL ROUTE 178 NORTH UTICA KindredSpiritsDistilleryIL.com LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM CAMPUS SEE AD PG EAST CANAL STREET BOX 278 UTICA lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org PIRATE S CAY INDOOR WATERPARK SEE AD PG NORTH 3653RD ROAD SHERIDAN PiratesCay.com REDDICK MANSION SEE AD PG WEST LAFAYETTE STREET OTTAWA reddickmansion.org SENECA AREA HISTORY MUSEUM SENECA HISTORICAL GUILD SEE AD PG NORTH MAIN STREET SENECA senecahistory.com TANGLED ROOTS BREWING COMPANY SEE AD INSIDE BACK COVER LASALLE STREET OTTAWA tangledrootsbrewingco.com WESTCLOX SEE AD PG TH STREET, SUITE 265 PERU westcloxmuseum.com FOR ADDITIONAL MUSEUMS, SEE PGS MARINAS ANCHOR IN MARINA 1 EAST DUPONT ROAD SENECA anchorinmarina.com HERITAGE HARBOR MARINA 100 HERITAGE HARBOR DRIVE OTTAWA heritageharborottawa.com HIDDENCOVE MARINA 219 RIVER DRIVE SENECA thehiddencovemarina.com SPRING BROOK MARINA 623 WEST RIVER DRIVE SENECA springbrookmarina.com STARVED ROCK MARINA 1130 NORTH 27TH ROAD OTTAWA starvedrockmarina.com MOVIE THEATERS CARMIKE CINEMAS PERU MALL 3940 ROUTE 251 PERU carmike.com perumall.com RT 34 DRIVE-IN THEATRE SEE AD PG EAST 12TH ROAD EARLVILLE rt34drivein.com ROXY CINEMAS 827 LASALLE STREET OTTAWA roxycinemas.com STREATOR EAGLE 6 THEATER SEE AD PG DANNY S DRIVE STREATOR eagletheater.net SHOPPING AUGUST HILL WINERY & ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO. SEE AD PG MILL STREET UTICA augusthillwinery.com iscbubbly.com CANAL CARGO MARKET SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE CLARKS RUN ANTIQUES SEE AD PG NORTH DIVISION STREET UTICA clarksrunantiques.com CLARKS RUN CREEK GIFTS & WINE SEE AD PG MILL STREET UTICA clarksruncreek.com CURIOUS GOODS SEE AD PG NORTH IL ROUTE 71 OTTAWA curiousgoodsgifts.com DEJA VU SEE AD PG LASALLE STREET OTTAWA Ottawa Deja Vu ELLIS ACE HARDWARE SEE AD PG SOUTH MAIN STREET SENECA ellisacehardware.com GIRLFRIENDS THE BRA SPECIALIST SEE AD PG NORTH PROGRESS BOULEVARD PERU girlfriendsbraspecialists.com GRANT STREET GROCERY SEE AD PG WEST GRANT STREET STREATOR JOBST MONUMENTS AND GIFTS SEE AD PG WEST MAIN STREET OTTAWA Jobst Monuments LOCK 16 GIFT SHOP SEE AD PG FIRST STREET LASALLE lasallecanalboat.org iandmcanal.org NORWAY STORE SEE AD PG NORTH IL ROUTE 71 SHERIDAN Norway Store PERU ANTIQUE MALL SEE AD PG MAY ROAD PERU PERU MALL SEE AD PG ROUTE 251 PERU perumall.com PRAIRIE FOX BOOKS SEE AD PG LASALLE STREET OTTAWA prairiefoxbooks.com ROCK PAPER SCISSORS SEE AD PG LASALLE STREET OTTAWA edumaginationist.com ROXIE S SWEET CONFECTIONS SEE AD PG SOUTH CLARK STREET UTICA Roxie s Sweet Confections STARVED ROCK LODGE GIFT SHOP SEE AD PG EAST 875TH ROAD OGLESBY starvedrocklodge.com STONEHEAD - MOTORCYCLE LEATHER SEE AD PG CLARK STREET UTICA stoneheadleather.com UNIQUE HOMES THE LOG HOME PEOPLE KATAHDIN CEDAR LOG HOMES SEE AD PG NORTH 3179TH ROAD LASALLE katahdincedarloghomes.com ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 53

56 Fresh & Clean Beds Complimentary Hot Breakfast Complimentary High Speed Internet Access Meeting Room Available 24-Hour Business Center Indoor Pool & Whirlpool Complimentary Jumpstart Fitness Center Minutes From Starved Rock State Park Peoria Street Peru hamptoninn.com Great stay Whether you are looking for something rustic with a fireplace, a cozy bed and breakfast, or a hotel with all the amenities, LaSalle County has just what you need for a great stay! * * * Award Winning * Only 5 Miles From Parks * * * - Hot Breakfast - High Speed Internet - Indoor Pool - Guest Laundry FREE Wifi 100% Smoke Free Pets Welcome Micro/Fridge All Rooms Free Hot Breakfast Heated Indoor Pool Our Streator hotel is your best lodging choice, with unmatched service and remarkable amentities like our free, hot, home-style AmericInn Perk 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 your home away from home N. Lewis Ave. Oglesby daysinn.com/hotel/04593 Fitness Room 1705 N Bloomington Street Streator, IL americinn.com/hotels/il/streator Fox River Bed & Breakfast Located just minutes from Starved Rock State Park and area attractions. Restaurants and shops are within walking distance. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Free Wifi And HBO 4389 Venture Drive Peru laquinta.com Pet Friendly Fitness Room Jacuzzi Suites Executive King Suites Indoor Pool & Hot Tub Refrigerator & Microwave All Rooms Weekly Rates Or Whole House Rental Also Available This historic farmhouse is perfect for romantic getaways! 2027 E. 2072nd Road Ottawa foxriverbnb.com 54 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

57 Directory LODGING HOTELS MOTELS AMERICINN & SUITES STREATOR BLOOMINGTON STREET STREATOR SEE AD PG 54 americinn.com/hotels/il/streator BEST WESTERN OGLESBY INN HOLIDAY STREET OGLESBY SEE AD PG 56 bestwestern.com COMFORT INN KAILASH DRIVE MENDOTA choicehotels.com DAYS INN OGLESBY/STARVED ROCK NORTH LEWIS AVENUE I-39, EXIT 54 OGLESBY SEE AD PG 54 daysinn.com/hotel/04593 FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES FAIRFIELD LANE OTTAWA marriott.com/mdwot FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES VENTURE DRIVE PERU SEE AD PG 56 marriott.com/sqipr GRIZZLY JACK S GRAND BEAR RESORT NORTH IL ROUTE 178 UTICA grizzlyjacksresort.com HAMPTON INN HOLIDAY LANE OTTAWA hampton.com HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON PERU SEE AD PG PEORIA STREET PERU hamptoninn.com HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES WEST STEVENSON ROAD OTTAWA holidayinnexpress.com/ottawail HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES PERU TROMPETER ROAD PERU holidayinnexpress.com/lasalleperu LA QUINTA INNS & SUITES SEE AD PG VENTURE DRIVE PERU laquinta.com PRAIRIE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB & INN NORTH 32ND ROAD MARSEILLES prairielakescc.com QUALITY INN EAST ETNA ROAD OTTAWA choicehotels.com QUALITY INN TROMPETER ROAD PERU SEE AD PG 54 choicehotels.com RELAX INN IL ROUTE 23 STREATOR relaxinnstreator.com SANDS MOTEL LASALLE STREET OTTAWA sandsmotelottawa.com LODGING AND CAMPGROUNDS STARVED ROCK LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTER SEE AD PG EAST 875TH ROAD OGLESBY starvedrocklodge.com * *Pets-Pioneer Cabins Only STARVED ROCK MOTOR INN NORTH BLOOMINGTON STREET STREATOR SUPER MAY ROAD PERU super8.com SUPER EAST 12TH STREET MENDOTA super8.com SUPER EAST ETNA ROAD OTTAWA super8.com SURREY MOTEL COLUMBUS STREET OTTAWA surreymotel.com CABINS BED & BREAKFASTS VACATION RENTALS HOUSEBOATS BALDWIN HOUSE EAST KENT STREET STREATOR BAYLEY HOUSE SUITE NORTH 2150TH ROAD TONICA BRIGHTWOOD INN NORTH IL ROUTE 178 OGLESBY brightwoodinn.com BUCKS LOG CABIN SEE AD PG 42 NORTH 23RD ROAD (ARMY ROAD) MARSEILLES Near the Marseilles State Fish and Wildlife Area buckslogcabin.com CHEF TOM S GUEST HOUSE WEST WILSON STREET STREATOR FOX RIVER BED & BREAKFAST INN EAST 2072ND ROAD OTTAWA SEE AD PG 54 foxriverbnb.com STARVED ROCK ADVENTURES HARBOR VILLAS & SUITES DEE BENNETT ROAD OTTAWA starvedrockadventures.com THE COTTAGES AT HERON S LANDING AT HERITAGE HARBOR OTTAWA NORTH 2753RD ROAD OTTAWA heritageharborottawa.com THE WILLOWS HOTEL CLARK STREET UTICA thewillowshotel.net LODGING - CAMPING CAMPGROUNDS & RECREATIONAL COMMUNITIES COZY CORNER CAMPGROUND NORTH 25TH ROAD OGLESBY FOUR STAR CAMPGROUND EAST 2625TH ROAD MARSEILLES fourstarcampground.com GLENWOOD RV RESORT SEE AD PG WILSON STREET MARSEILLES glenwoodrvresort.com HI-TIDE RECREATION EAST 22ND ROAD LELAND HICKORY HOLLOW NORTH 3029TH ROAD UTICA hickoryhollowcg.com ILLINI STATE PARK EAST 2350TH ROAD MARSEILLES reserveamerica.com KATCHEWAN LAKES CAMPGROUND BARR STREET STREATOR LASALLE/PERU KOA NORTH 3150TH ROAD UTICA koa.com MALLARD BEND CAMPGROUND NORTH 4351ST ROAD SHERIDAN FOX RIVER EAGLE CABIN RENTAL NORTH 2959TH ROAD OTTAWA foxrivereaglecabin.com PLEASANT CREEK CAMPGROUND NORTH 2150TH ROAD OGLESBY SEE AD PG 18 pleasantcreekcampground.com KISHAUWAU COUNTRY CABINS N 2129TH ROAD TONICA SEE AD ON BACK COVER KishauwauCabins.com * *3 Dog-Friendly Cabins ROLLING OAKS CAMPGROUND NORTH 4251ST ROAD SHERIDAN LANDERS HOUSE EAST CHURCH STREET UTICA landershouse.com LORD STOCKING S BED & BREAKFAST THIRD AVENUE MENDOTA bbonline.com/united-states/illinois/mendota/lordstockings MARCIA S BED & BREAKFAST NORTH IL ROUTE 71 OTTAWA marciasbnb.com RIVER HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST EAST PROSPECT AVENUE OTTAWA ottawariverhouse.com RIVER LOFT /2 WEST MAIN STREET OTTAWA riverloft.com STARVED ROCK STATE PARK EAST 950TH ROAD OGLESBY reserveamerica.com TROLL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND NORTH 2453RD ROAD MARSEILLES trollhollow.com WOODSMOKE RANCH REALTY SEE AD PG EAST 28TH ROAD SENECA woodsmokeranch.com KEY Complimentary Breakfast Restaurant Internet Access Fitness Center Pet Friendly Pool ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM 55

58 Motorcycle Leather stoneheadleather Open 7 Days/Week 10am to 5pm stoneheadleather.com 627 Clark Street Utica, IL A healthy outlook on travel. Spacious guest rooms with microwave and refrigerator Free hot breakfast Free WiFi Indoor pool and hot tub 24 hour fitness center Onsite guest laundry Wheel chair accessible Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru 4385 Venture Drive Peru, IL marriott.com/sqipr A 6,500-square-foot wonderland of vintage, white, rusty, shabby, industrial and mid-century finds. Your guide to IVCH Walk-In Care FastCare CareToday Emergency Room Salvaged doors, windows, trim, beams, barn wood Stockist for four lines of milk, clay, lime, and chalk-based paint, including Pure & Original HOURS: THURS-FRI 12-6 SAT 10-6 SUNDAY 12-4 Inside Peru Walmart Minor aches and pains 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. weekdays (till 5:00 p.m. Saturdays) 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays Next to Illinois Valley YMCA Urgent care, X-Rays, Lab tests 4-9 p.m. weekdays (till 5:30 p.m. Saturdays) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sundays West St. Peru Chest pain, Serious illness/ injury Open 24/7 CanalCargo 737 First Street Downtown LaSalle (815) Wait times & fees are usually shorter & lower at FastCare & CareToday 56 ENJOYLASALLECOUNTY.COM

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60 YOUR STARVED ROCK AREA CABIN GETAWAY! ASK ABOUT OUR 3 DOG FRIENDLY CABINS 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 encourage you to give us a call. We are happy to help you plan that special getaway. Our property is situated on 65 acres of beautiful, wooded property on a bluff above the Vermilion River. Seventeen luxury cabins in varying sizes perfect for your next romantic retreat, honeymoon, family vacation, or large family reunion.