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Socially Distant Concerts On A Historic Mansion Lawn!

Every Summer, the lawn in front of the palatial Hegeler Carus Mansion, conveniently located near I-80 and I-39 in LaSalle, is transformed into a one-of-a-kind outdoor music venue.Here's the Music Schedule for the remainder of the 2020 Season: This gorgeous mansion has remained vi…

Small Business Sidewalk Sales Sales

While Ottawa's popular Riverfest may not be on the books for 2020, you'll still find a variety of exciting social distance-friendly outdoor activities taking place this weekend, including a series of exciting sidewalk sales!Here's a look at which stores and boutiques will be part…

Ghost Stories on the I and M Canal

As dusk falls, come out and hear about the ghostly tales of the I&M Canal on the haunted boat tour this weekend from October 25-27. This Halloween adventure is filled with legends, mystery and horror. Let their talented tour guides divulge the many secrets, spirits, and scandals …

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Contest: Embrace Your Nature At Tangled Roots Brewing Co.

Starved Rock Country's own farm-to-foam brewery Tangled Roots is offering you a chance to win a huge prize package (including tickets to the Hegeler Carus Mansion Summer Concert Series and tons of exclusive merch)! Here's how you can enter for a chance to win.Tangled Roots Brewin…

Homegrown Wines

August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. in Downtown Utica is Starved Rock Country’s award winning winery. August Hill Winery has been making wine since 2002. The Winery includes caves for aging wine, a tasting room, a sparkling wine program, and a staff that is family. Enjoy …

MYSTERY DINER: History, delicious Italian cuisine on menu at Mona's

Join the Mystery Diner as they take a trip to Starved Rock Country's own Mona's Italian Foods, a hidden gem located in Toluca!Mona's fried chicken is a specialty unto itself. For the best of both worlds, order it "Family Style" to sample the chicken, salad, choice of potato or ri…

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A Spectacular Family Getaway

Just beyond the natural beauty of Starved Rock State Park, Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort offers cozy lodging, a playful dining scene and a thrilling waterpark! The Honey Pot offers a convenient place to grab a quick bite to eat, while Jack's Place Restaurant & Bar is a casual …

Win A Cabin Vacation Near Starved Rock State Park!

Enter for your chance to win a FREE 2-night weekday vacation at the beautiful Kishauwau's Starved Rock Area Cabins, located just minutes away from Starved Rock State Park!Enter for your chance to win a social distance friendly cabin vacation at one of the Starved Rock Country are…

Starved Rock Lodge Set To Reopen Friday!

For more than 80 years the Starved Rock Lodge has been one of Illinois' premiere hotel destinations nestled in nature, but for the last several months they've had to close their doors to the public, in accordance with state mandates. Now, as Starved Rock State Park begins to re-o…

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