Things to Do

The LaSalle County 4-H Fair, which runs now through Sunday, is a can't miss activity if you're passing through Starved Rock Country this weekend. From livestock judging to demolition derbies, this is a huge celebration of rural life. Here's a look at a few of the activities:

Here's your offical SRC guide to some of the best golf courses near Starved Rock State Park! Scroll down to see a full list:Course List:Anderson Fields Golf Course: Chapel Hill Golf Course: Dayton Ridge Golf Course: Dwight Country Club: Earlville Golf Club: The Eastwood Golf Cour…

More than 100 people attended the opening night of Festival 56's free Shakespeare in the Park series. This timely take on Othello runs Wednesdays and Sundays through July 31."With an outdoors show we can accommodate a really large audience, giving the community a two-plus hour sh…

Since its founding in 1961, Spring Brook has been home to one of Starved Rock Country's premiere marinas, boat sellers and riverfront dining destinations.Perched on a beautiful stretch of the Illinois River in Seneca, located less than an hour and a half from the heart of downtow…

Walking through the thick grass toward the collection of white Morton buildings and wood barns, it’s a common sight to see young denim-clad children in mud-covered cowboy boots hustling to their next event or lining up for an ice-cold lemon shake-up.

On the Fourth of July, Ottawa hosted their annual fireworks show, featuring preformances by the winners of the Ottawa First Talent competion, a presentation honoring the acomplishments of Ottawa athletes, a color gaurd cememony and a special apperance by skydivers from Skydive Ch…

Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend with craft beer and nationally touring bands at Dockside Bar and Grill's first Down by the River Music Festival, presented by NTL Productions.MladicAdam Ezra GroupChris MathienHeather Gillis Rick King's Royal Hustle The Commonheart LoneHollowC…

This past weekend, Streator hosted their biggest Fourth of July Celebration to date. Headliners Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Jerrod Niemann and Jackyl brought thousands of music fans and carnival goers to the Northpoint plaza and park. Take a look at this photo gallery, featuring a se…

Nearly 600 people grabbed their favorite floats, or their best beach blankets, and headed out to the Heritage Harbor Marina Friday night, for at float-in screening of "Jaws."

Prepare to be terrified: Hertitage Harbor and Red Dog Grill are hosting a float-in movie night, this Friday. …

Planning your Fourth of July festivities? Consider taking a trip out to Starved Rock Country this holiday weekend, to catch some of the best fireworks displays Centeral Illinois has to offer. Here's our top five list of must-see fireworks shows in Starved Rock Country:5.) Morris …