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Land of Oz Corn Maze
Now - Oct. 24, 2010 , Noon- Dusk, Night Hikes @ 7pm
Get lost in some corn! Camp Fire USA sponsors this wonderful fall festive event! Open weekends in the fall! The corn maze will accommodate groups during the week with a reservation. Night hikes are available by reservation only, with a minimum of 6 participants required. Pumpkin Patch opens later in the season. Event is weather permitting. $5 per person/$7 per person Night Hikes. Event Type: Outdoor.
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2662 E. 1951 St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-488-5000
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
Now - Sep. 30, 2010 , Thursday - Monday 10am - 4pm
Scouting memorabilia and mementoes of W.D. Boyce, founder of the American Scouting movement, fill this museum. The museum also sponsors a variety of activities for youths throughout the year. A series of hiking trails, with maps and directions available at the museum, are available to anyone interested in hiking, nature and history. See Web Site for prices. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
1100 Canal Museum
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-431-9353
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Reddick Mansion Tours
Now - Sep. 30, 2010 , Call for Times
The Reddick Mansion stands facing historic Washington Square and was built in 1858 for the then-costly sum of $25,000. Mr. Reddick served as a state senator. Mr. Stephen A. Douglas was one of the many politicians entertained at the Reddicks' home. This mansion has been restored to its original splendor and is open for tours! Call 815-433-6100 for times. $ 5.00 per person . Event Type: Entertainment.
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Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette St.
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-6100
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Paranormal Illinois Author Dinner Talk
Sep. 2, 2010 - Sep. 2, 2010
Join us at Hank's Farm Restaurant for another delicious dinner and interesting author talk. Michael Kleen will talk about his latest book "Paranormal Illinois". Cost includes copy of book and choice of entree. $32. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Hank's Farm Restaurant
Rt IL 71
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-7323
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Lake Michigan Yachting Association Open House
Sep. 3, 2010 - Sep. 6, 2010 , See Website for times
Starved Rock Yacht Club will host this Labor Day Weekend Boating Festival. Approximately 55-65 boats will attend and visitors from across the midwest are expected. Enjoy food, live music, and fun! Open to the public and free admission! Free dockage and electrical service for boat captains attending the open house. Free Admission. Event Type: Outdoor.
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Starved Rock Marina
Dee Bennett Road PO Box 2346
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-434-1553
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Tri County Fair
Sep. 3, 2010 - Sep. 6, 2010 , See website for times
Join LaSalle, Bureau, and Lee counties for the Tri County Fair held at the Fairgrounds in Mendota! This years line up includes: demolition derby, motorcross racing, petting zoo, truck and tractor pull and more! Call 815-539-7974 or visit www.tricountyfair.net for more information. See Web Site for prices. Event Type: Festival.
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Tri County Fairgrounds
405 1st Ave
Mendota, IL 61342
815 539 7974
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Author Event: Brian O'Mara-Croft
Sep. 4, 2010 - Sep. 4, 2010 , 10:30am - NOON
Join author, Brian O'Mara-Croft, at the Book Mouse for a signing of his new book - "Lost in the Hive: Confessions of a Reluctant Drone". This book is a collection of humorous essays about husbandhood, fatherhood, and other potentially catastrophic life lessons. Refreshments available. Free Admission. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Book Mouse Book Store
820 LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-7323
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Old Town Farmers Market
Sep. 4, 2010 - Sep. 4, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!! Today, food samples from "The Big Green Egg" will be available!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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What's Cooking on the "Big Green Egg"?
Sep. 4, 2010 - Sep. 4, 2010 , 9am - Noon
In conjunction with the Farmers Market, "The Big Green Egg" Grill will be fired up and ready to serve! Featuring the Bounty of the Market cooked on this unique grill by local chefs and local folks! Samples available! Event Type: Seasonal.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Roamer Cruise Night and Car Show
Sep. 4, 2010 - Sep. 5, 2010 , See Website for Specific Times
Roamer Cruise Night and Car Show features over 400 cars and 18,000 spectators in the downtown business district. On display will be a 1917 Roamer, originally built in Streator. Cars will cruise from 6 - 10 p.m. Saturday evening. Food, music, prizes, and family fun. The car show will be held Sunday in the City Park with trophies awarded. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Downtown Streator
Streator, IL 61364
1-815-672-2055
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Ducky Derby
Sep. 5, 2010 - Sep. 5, 2010 , 11am - 9pm
Join Marquette Academy at Heritage Harbor for Ducky Derby! At Noon a Craft and Fun Fair will be held. Food and beverage is available from 11am - 9pm. Live music will be provided by Steve Sharp and Wake The Sheep. The Ducky Derby will "run" at 6:30pm. $5.00 per duck or a 6 Quack for $25.00/Admission is Free. Event Type: Outdoor.
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Heritage Harbor
1970 N. 2753rd Road
Ottawa , IL 61350
815-433-5000
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Sandwich Fair
Sep. 8, 2010 - Sep. 12, 2010 , See Website for Specific Times
Join us for the 123rd Sandwich Fair for great family fun! Enjoy live music, horse and livestock shows, demolition derby, Farm Zoo, and much more! General Admission: $8, Ages 6-12 $4, Ages 5 and under Free. Event Type: Festival.
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Sandwich, IL 60548
815-786-2159
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A Night at the Reddick Mansion (Youth Activity)
Sep. 10, 2010 - Sep. 10, 2010 , 7PM - 11PM
The Reddick Mansion Association will host a youth activity night for children ages 8-12 yrs of age. Come examine the life of a child in the 1860's! Activities will include: making silhouettes, various craft projects, costumed storytelling, and a demonstration by a cooper. Snacks and treats provided! Registration required. Limited to 20 children. $25.00. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-6100
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2010 USPA National Skydiving Championships
Sep. 10, 2010 - Sep. 24, 2010 , All Day, See website for specific times and events
Skydive Chicago is proud to be the host of the 2010 USPA National Skydiving Championship! Come out and watch "over 500 fearless skydivers compete in one of the largest displays of parachuting proficiency in the country"! Free and open tyo the public. FREE for Spectators. Event Type: Sports.
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Sky Dive Chicago
3215 E. 1969th Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-0000
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Jeepster Auto Show
Sep. 11, 2010 - Sep. 11, 2010 , 9am - 12pm
Hosted by the Midstates Jeepster Association, this fall meet will feature convertible "rag tops" built between 1948 - 1950. Touted as "America's Last Production Touring Car" only a few thousand automobiles were produced during this time by Willy's Corporation. Automobiles will be parked along West Lafayette Street for viewing. Contact jcharbeck@sbcglobal.net for more information. Event Type: Outdoor.
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Lafayette St in front of Reddick Mansion
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Old Town Farmers Market
Sep. 11, 2010 - Sep. 11, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Mary Todd Lincoln at the Reddick Mansion
Sep. 12, 2010 - Sep. 12, 2010 , 2pm
Come to hear the story of the turmoil that was the life of Mary Todd Lincoln. Pam Martin Thiel, originally from Ottawa, will interpret facts as Mrs. Lincoln. There will be time for refreshments and conversation with Mrs. Lincoln after the talk. $7 per ticket / Limited seating available. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette Street
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-6100
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Camp Tuckabatchee's Quilt Weekends
Sep. 17, 2010 - Sep. 19, 2010 , Friday 5pm to Sunday 3pm
Camp Tuckabatchee will be offering a Quilt Weekend! Bring your quilt projects and supplies for a weekend full of quilting and good company! Meals, snacks, and beverages provided. Cutting mats, irons, ironing board provided for your use. MUST REGISTER! Visit website for form. $90. Event Type: Arts.
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Camp Tuckabatchee
1973 N. 35th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2984
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Old Town Farmers Market
Sep. 18, 2010 - Sep. 18, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Toddler Time at the Book Mouse
Sep. 18, 2010 - Sep. 18, 2010 , 10am - 10:30am
Come enjoy a half hour of story telling, wiggle-around time, and fun songs with Nana Jan and Miss Maria! Toddlers ages 2-5 and parents are welcome to join the fun! Toddler Time is every third Saturday of the month at the Book Mouse. Free Admission. Event Type: Family.
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Book Mouse
820 LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-7323
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Vintage Illinois Wine Festival
Sep. 18, 2010 - Sep. 19, 2010 , Saturday 11am - 6pm & Sunday 12pm - 5pm
"An Extraordinary Wine Tasting Event" sponsored by Prairie State Winery and August Hill Winery. The Vintage Illinois Wine Festival features 21 Illinois Wineries from around the State. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy Illinois wine, great food, music and the atmosphere of beautiful Starved Rock State Park. See Website for Tickets. Event Type: Festival.
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South Entrance of Matthiessen Park
Rt. 71
Utica, IL 61373
1-800-868-7625 ext. 386
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Fall Festival at the Reddick Mansion - CANCELLED
Sep. 25, 2010 - Sep. 25, 2010
Cancelled Event Type: Festival.
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Old Town Farmers Market
Sep. 25, 2010 - Sep. 25, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Ottawa's 24th Annual Scarecrow Festival
Sep. 25, 2010 - Sep. 25, 2010 , 10am - 4pm
Experience Ottawa's Old Town District decorated with fabulous scarecrows! Our mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants will be offering special events inside their facilities as well as buckboard rides, a petting zoo, live bands, and numerous other family activities! Event Type: Festival.
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Ottawa's Old Town District
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Scarecrow Sculpting Contest at CHAOS
Sep. 25, 2010 - Sep. 25, 2010 , 9:30am - 4pm
Join CHAOS during the Scarecrow Fest for a Scarecrow Sculpting Contest! Enjoy fall art projects for the family and REVOLUTION youth theatres first ever showcase - "The Wizard of Oz"! Event Type: Family.
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C.H.A.O.S. Building
529 Columbus St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2787
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Archaeology Awareness Afternoon
Sep. 26, 2010 - Sep. 26, 2010 , 11:30am - 4:30pm
As a part of "Archaeology Awareness" month in Illinois, this event features an afternoon of exploration into the past with posters, exhibits, and displays. Members of the Archaeological Society will share their knowledge and pieces of history.
Free. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
950 N. 27th Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-667-4054
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National Alpaca Farm Days
Sep. 26, 2010 - Sep. 26, 2010 , 10am - 4pm
Meet and learn about the wonderful world of Alpacas! These gentle animals have soft fleece and are sure to bring a smile to any animal lover! Free Admission. Event Type: Family.
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Apple Tree Acres Alpacas
3037 E. 11th Rd
Utica, IL 61373
815-667-5100
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Valley Carvers Woodcarving Expo
Sep. 26, 2010 - Sep. 26, 2010 , 9am - 5pm
Come view magnificent wood carvings first hand as well as the opportunity to purchase your own. Meet with the carvers who are visiting from all over the Midwest. Free Admission. Event Type: Family.
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Starved Rock State Park
Rts 178 & 71
Utica, IL 61373
1-800-868-7625 ext386
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
Oct. 1, 2010 - Oct. 31, 2010 , Thursday - Monday 10am - 4pm
Scouting memorabilia and mementoes of W.D. Boyce, founder of the American Scouting movement, fill this museum. The museum also sponsors a variety of activities for youths throughout the year. A series of hiking trails, with maps and directions available at the museum, are available to anyone interested in hiking, nature and history. See Web Site for prices. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
1100 Canal Museum
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-431-9353
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Reddick Mansion Tours
Oct. 1, 2010 - Oct. 31, 2010 , Call for Times
The Reddick Mansion stands facing historic Washington Square and was built in 1858 for the then-costly sum of $25,000. Mr. Reddick served as a state senator. Mr. Stephen A. Douglas was one of the many politicians entertained at the Reddicks' home. This mansion has been restored to its original splendor and is open for tours! Call 815-433-6100 for times. $ 5.00 per person . Event Type: Entertainment.
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Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette St.
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-6100
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Old Town Farmers Market
Oct. 2, 2010 - Oct. 2, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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21st Pumpkin Pie Bicycle Ride
Oct. 3, 2010 - Oct. 3, 2010 , 7am - 1pm
Join the Starved Rock Cycling Association for this autumn bike ride starting at the YMCA in Ottawa! Food, showers, sag, goodies, maps, and PUMPKIN PIE will be provided. Helmets required. Pumpkin Pie provided after ride! New Road Routes for 2010- 20, 60, 100 miles (light traffic and rolling hills) Mountain Bike on the I&M Canal Towpath 15, 20, 30, 45 miles crushed limestone, flat.
Registration opens: 7:00 am to 10:00 am (100 mile riders encouraged to begin at 7:00 am) RIDERS MUST FINISH BY 3:30 PM
PREREGISTRATION: By 9-17-10 $20 (Door prizes will be available for pre-registered riders.)Children under 12 - $5
LATE REGISTRATION: After 9-17-10 $25
Children under 12- $5
Pre-Registration $20/Late Registration $25. Event Type: Sports.
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YMCA of Ottawa
201 E. Jackson St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-830-4291
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Cup of Cold Water: Worship in the Woods Concert
Oct. 3, 2010 - Oct. 3, 2010 , 1pm - Sunset
Join Cup of Cold Water Ministries for an afternoon of Christian Music in the woods at Pine Ridge Christian Center. Featuring Mandee Radford of the group "Alathea". Bring your picnic basket, blankets, and lawn chairs. Free. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Pine Ridge Christian Center (Next to Fox River Resort)
2584 N. 3653rd Rd
Sheridan, IL 60551
815-228-1442
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Oktoberfest at Starved Rock Yacht Club
Oct. 8, 2010 - Oct. 10, 2010 , See Website
Starved Rock Yacht Club will host this lively, fall festive, three day event! Enjoy good food, live music, and entertainment! Open to the public and free admission. Free dockage and electrical service for boat captains attending for the weekend. Free Admission. Event Type: Festival.
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Starved Rock Marina
Dee Bennett Road PO Box 2346
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-434-1553
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Continental USA Bodybuilding and Figure Championships
Oct. 9, 2010 - Oct. 9, 2010 , 11am & 6pm
Join us for the nations largest Body Building and Fitness Competition. This show is the premier national qualifier in the midwest. We are pleased to announce that 202lb Mr. Olympia Champion, David Henry, is slated to guest pose. Visit www.FLEXGYMONLINE.com for more details on prices, fees, registration, and tickets. See Website. Event Type: Sports.
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Ottawa Township High School Auditorium
211 E. Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-434-3539
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Cruise in Utica Car Show
Oct. 9, 2010 - Oct. 9, 2010 , 4pm - 8pm
This car show will take place in Downtown Utica. $5.00 entrance fee to show a car. Trophies, Music by 3D Sound, give-aways, and food booths will be offered. For more information call 815-223-5555 (day) or 815-667-4543 (evening). Free Admission. Event Type: Outdoor.
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Downtown Utica
Utica, IL 61373
815-223-5555
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Old Town Farmers Market
Oct. 9, 2010 - Oct. 9, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Utica's 12th Annual Burgoo Festival
Oct. 10, 2010 - Oct. 10, 2010 , All Day
It's time again for LaSalle County Historical Society's Annual Burgoo Festival. Stroll the main streets of Utica for a day of crafts, shopping, food & fun! While you are there, be sure to try the Pioneer stew! Event Type: Festival.
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Downtown Utica
Utica, IL 61373
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Haunted Camp
Oct. 15, 2010 - Oct. 16, 2010 , 7pm - 10pm
Get into the spirit of Halloween and scare yourself at the Annual Tuckabatchee Haunted Camp! This frightening adventure will have you screaming and shaking in your boots! Concessions will be available. All proceeds will benefit Camp Tuckabatchee. See Website for price. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Camp Tuckabatchee
1973 N. 35th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2984
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5th Annual Country Show - Ty Herndon and Little Texas
Oct. 16, 2010 - Oct. 16, 2010 , 7:30pm
The Ottawa Fire Fighter Local #523 will host the Annual Country Show in the auditorium at Ottawa Township High School! Featuring country singer, TY HERNDON and the country band LITTLE TEXAS! Call 815-202-1192 to reserve your tickets today! $30. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Ottawa Township High School Auditorium
211 E. Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
1-815-202-1192
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Old Town Farmers Market
Oct. 16, 2010 - Oct. 16, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Toddler Time at the Book Mouse
Oct. 16, 2010 - Oct. 16, 2010 , 10am - 10:30am
Come enjoy a half hour of story telling, wiggle-around time, and fun songs with Nana Jan and Miss Maria! Toddlers ages 2-5 and parents are welcome to join the fun! Toddler Time is every third Saturday of the month at the Book Mouse. Free Admission. Event Type: Family.
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Book Mouse
820 LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-7323
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Fall Colors Weekends
Oct. 16, 2010 - Oct. 17, 2010 , 9am & 1pm
Guided hikes to view the spectacular colors of fall! Meet at the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 9am or 1pm both days. See Website. Event Type: Seasonal.
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Starved Rock Visitors Center
Rt 178 & 71
Utica, IL 61373
1-800-868-7625
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Haunted Camp
Oct. 22, 2010 - Oct. 23, 2010 , 7pm - 10pm
Get into the spirit of Halloween and scare yourself at the Annual Tuckabatchee Haunted Camp! This frightening adventure will have you screaming and shaking in your boots! Concessions will be available. All proceeds will benefit Camp Tuckabatchee. See Website for price. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Camp Tuckabatchee
1973 N. 35th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2984
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Old Town Farmers Market
Oct. 23, 2010 - Oct. 23, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Native American Dances
Oct. 23, 2010 - Oct. 24, 2010 , 11am, 3pm, and 6pm
Midwest Soarring presents free public performances featuring dancers from various tribal nations including: Ho-Chunk, Ojibwe, Cheyenne, and Arikara. The dancers will be dressed in full regalia! Native American musical instruments will be played as well. Free Admission. Event Type: Family.
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Grand Bear Lodge
2643 N. State Rte 178
Utica, IL 61373
815-667-4420
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Stories in Stone: A Cemetery Walk
Oct. 23, 2010 - Oct. 24, 2010 , 12pm - 3pm for Cemetery Tours, See Website for Saturday Events
LaSalle County Tourism and Heritage Corridor invite you join them on this historical Cemetery Walk - Stories in Stone . . . "where history comes to life". On Saturday and Sunday tour cemeteries throughout LaSalle County and listen to the stories of significant figures of the past. In addition, on Saturday the Reddick Mansion will be draped for the funeral of Mrs. Reddick "The Mourning After" from 3pm - 5pm and from 5pm - 7pm, Hegeler-Carus Mansion will host "Just Desserts". Then at 7pm join Trish at Starved Rock for "Ghost Stories". See Website for prices. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Begins at Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette Street
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-224-5895
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A Scary Organ Concert
Oct. 29, 2010 - Oct. 29, 2010 , 7:00 pm
Don't miss this fun-filled, spooky concert presented at First United Methodist Church by Anne Badger and students! Enjoy the sounds of "scary" organ music in the candle lit sanctuary! Free candy and goodies served in Fellowship Hall after the concert! Costumes encouraged! Free. Event Type: Family.
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First United Methodist Church
100 W Jefferson St
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-343-2078
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Haunted Camp
Oct. 29, 2010 - Oct. 30, 2010 , 7pm - 10pm
Get into the spirit of Halloween and scare yourself at the Annual Tuckabatchee Haunted Camp! This frightening adventure will have you screaming and shaking in your boots! Concessions will be available. All proceeds will benefit Camp Tuckabatchee. See Website for price. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Camp Tuckabatchee
1973 N. 35th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2984
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Downtown Trick - or - Treat in Ottawa (Pumpkinpalooza Event)
Oct. 30, 2010 - Oct. 30, 2010 , 10:00am
Ottawa Downtown Merchants invite children to come celebrate Halloween at their Downtown businesses! All princesses, zombies, space aliens, witches, ghosts, and super heroes or others can trick-or-treat at participating stores! Participating merchants will have a pumpkin outside and a "Welcome Trick or Treaters" sign in their window. This event is part of the city's Pumpkinpalooza! Free. Event Type: Family.
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12:00pm
Downtown
Ottawa , IL 61350
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Halloween Block Party (Pumpkinpalooza Event)
Oct. 30, 2010 - Oct. 30, 2010 , 10am - Dark
Join C.H.A.O.S. for their Halloween Block Party! Enjoy costume judging, scream contest, Halloween art, pumpkin carving contest, monster pumpkin sculptures and the first annual Lighting of the Jack-O-Lanterns! This event is part of the city's Pumpkinpalooza! Event Type: Family.
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Jordon Block Park
111 Lincoln Place
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2787
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Old Town Farmers Market
Oct. 30, 2010 - Oct. 30, 2010 , 8am - 12:30pm
Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly grown vegetables! Also featured are homebaked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, and a few craft items. The antique popcorn wagon will be up and running! With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your sure to find something FANTASTIC!!!
Open Saturdays: May 8th - October 30th from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. Event Type: Outdoor.
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South Side of Washington Square Park
Jackson St and LaSalle St
Ottawa, IL 61350
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Pumpkinpalooza
Oct. 30, 2010 - Oct. 30, 2010 , 10am - Dark
Join the Ottawa Downtown Merchants for a fun filled Halloween Saturday! Enjoy downtown trick-or-treating from 10am - Noon, pumpkin carving contest, costume contest, ghost stories at the Book Mouse, and CHAOS's 1st Lighting of the Jack O'Lanterns! Event Type: Family.
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Ottawa's Old Town District
Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-434-ARTS
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Camp Tuckabatchee Family Halloween Day
Oct. 31, 2010 - Oct. 31, 2010 , 1pm - 5pm
Fun for the whole family! Join us for pumpkin carving, hayrack rides, not-so-scary haunted camp, troll fishing and more! Pay as you participate. Wear your Halloween costume and get a free treat! Tickets sold for each activity. Event Type: Family.
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Camp Tuckabatchee
1973 N. 35th Road
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-2984
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
Nov. 1, 2010 - Nov. 30, 2010 , Thursday - Monday 10am - 4pm
Scouting memorabilia and mementoes of W.D. Boyce, founder of the American Scouting movement, fill this museum. The museum also sponsors a variety of activities for youths throughout the year. A series of hiking trails, with maps and directions available at the museum, are available to anyone interested in hiking, nature and history. See Web Site for prices. Event Type: Entertainment.
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Ottawa Scouting Museum
1100 Canal Museum
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-431-9353
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Reddick Mansion Tours
Nov. 1, 2010 - Nov. 30, 2010 , Call for Times
The Reddick Mansion stands facing historic Washington Square and was built in 1858 for the then-costly sum of $25,000. Mr. Reddick served as a state senator. Mr. Stephen A. Douglas was one of the many politicians entertained at the Reddicks' home. This mansion has been restored to its original splendor and is open for tours! Call 815-433-6100 for times. $ 5.00 per person . Event Type: Entertainment.
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Reddick Mansion
100 W. Lafayette St.
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-6100
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