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Mondays and Saturdays
9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. or 11:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Times vary by date |
Waterfall and Canyon Tour - May
Experience the fun of outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State park with a guided walk to 3 spectacular waterfalls and canyons. We will visit French, and St. Louis Canyons as well as Lake Falls at Matthiessen State Park. The tour will also include your selection from our Special lunch menu and a relaxing historical trolley ride. $28.00 per person. For reservations, please call 1-800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18
Saturday: 11:00am-9:00pm and Sunday: Noon-5:00pm |
4th Annual Honor the Eagle Pow Wow
Native American dancing, drumming, cultural demonstrations, special presentations, storytelling, childrens games & crafts, raffles and tipis. Located by the Starved Rock State Park Boat Ramp area. Co-Sponsored with Midwest SOARRING Foundation.
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May 17 and 18, 2008
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Nature Art Show
Enjoy paintings, woodcarvings, pottery, and photography of Starved Rock and Matthiessen State parks.
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Fridays, May 23 and 30
11:00a.m.-3:00p.m. |
Canal Boat and Trolley Tour
Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge has to offer. Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Parks Visitor Center. Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle. Step back in time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour horse-pulled canal boat ride. Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center. Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir. 32.00 Adult 27.00 children 10 and under
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Friday, May 30, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Steve Sharp & Wake the Sheep (Miller Chill Night)
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Brian Neumann & Mark Pyszka
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June: Mondays and Saturdays
Times vary by date |
Land and Water Cruise
Tour includes history trolley ride, soup and salad bar lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock, an authentic paddle wheel boat. Tickets are $32.00 per adult and $27.00 for children(10 and under). For more information call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Friday, June 6, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Road Angel (classic rock)
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Saturday, June 7, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Leo Moran (acoustic)
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Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8
Saturday: 9:00am-5:00pm - Sunday: 11:00am-5:00pm |
The Secret Gardens of Utica Garden Walk
Come visit the best-kept secrets in Utica. Over 20 beautiful gardens will be open and on display. Huge plant sale downtown Utica. Tickets for self-guided walk are $8.00 can be purchased in advance or on the day of event. Trolley guided tours are $17.00 and should be purchased in advance. Call 800-868-7625 ext. 386 for information.
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Friday, June 13, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Crossroads (Blues)
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Joey Figgiani
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Friday, June 20, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Three Olive Martini (jazz) Martini Promo
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Friday, June 27, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Mr. Meyers (reggae)
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Brian Neumann & Mark Pyszka
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Monday, June 30, 2008
11:30am-2:00pm |
Murder Mystery Matinee "The Killer Wore Red"
It's pandemonium at the fashion show. The show is ready to start, but where is the designer? You will be asked to solve the mystery for fun and valuable prizes. You may be asked to show off your designer outfit, you may have to be the emcee, or you may even have to help the models get ready. In any case, you will have fun at this interactive Murder Mystery Show. Order your tickets today! One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. For information and to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386. $25.95 per person
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July: Mondays and Saturdays
Times vary by date |
Land and Water Cruise
Tour includes history trolley ride, soup and salad bar lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock, an authentic paddle wheel boat. Tickets are $32.00 per adult and $27.00 for children(10 and under). For more information call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Friday, July 4, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
TBA
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Saturday, July 5, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Doug Deserf & Jimmy Essl (80s,90s acoustic)
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Friday, July 11, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Phil N the Blanks (country)
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Saturday, July 12, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Todd Witek & Ric Soens
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Friday, July 18, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Steve Sharp & Wake the Sheep (Jimmy Buffet Night) Corona Promo
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Saturday, July 19, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Steve Cerqua (blues)
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Monday, July 21, 2008
11:30am-2:00pm |
Murder Mystery Matinee "A Matter of Life or Death"
You are a contestant at the national quiz show finals, but what happened to the man with all the questions? He's missing and we fear he has been murdered. It's up to you to win the quiz contest and solve the Murder Mystery today. It's a fun and interactive mystery, so you may be asked to be part of the show. Even if you don't know the answers to the quiz contest, you will have a lot of fun and enjoy a great meal. Do you know the answers? Order your tickets today. Come and find out whodunit! One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. For information and to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386. $25.95 per person
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Friday, July 25, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel (Blues)
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Saturday, July 26, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Leo Moran & Bongo Murty
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Friday, August 1, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Brian Neumann & Mark Pyszka
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August: Mondays and Saturdays
Times vary by date |
Land and Water Cruise
Tour includes history trolley ride, soup and salad bar lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock, an authentic paddle wheel boat. Tickets are $32.00 per adult and $27.00 for children(10 and under). For more information call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Saturday, August 2, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
TBA
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August 2, 2008
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BesPhoto Workshop
Interested in Photography? Do you want to learn more about how to operate your specific camera? We will cover camera operation, photographic theory, and composition while hiking the trails of Starved Rock. We will spend one-on-one time with you working with your specific camera. We welcome all types of cameras and photographers. Cost is $100. For more information see www.BesPhoto.com or to sign up contact Mike Bessler at 630-667-5174 or email Mike@BesPhoto.com
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Friday, August 8, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
The Franklin Grove Boys (country)
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Saturday, August 9, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Todd Witek & Ric Soens
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Friday, August 15, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Mr. Meyers- solo
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Saturday, August 16, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Joey Figgiani
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Friday, August 22, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
Bagshot Row (Beatles, 60s )
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Saturday, August 23, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Steve Sharp (solo)
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August 24, 2008
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Hummingbird Workshop
Join us to hear about the lives of hummingbirds. Hummingbird banding will be done on live birds.
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Friday, August 29, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Friday Night Veranda Party
August 29th Road Angel ( classic rock )
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Saturday, August 30, 2008
8-11:30 p.m. |
Saturday Night Veranda Party
Steve Sharp & Wake the Sheep (classic rock)
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September: Mondays and Saturdays
Times vary by date |
Land and Water Cruise
Tour includes history trolley ride, soup and salad bar lunch at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the Belle of the Rock, an authentic paddle wheel boat. Tickets are $32.00 per adult and $27.00 for children(10 and under). For more information call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Thursday, September 4, 2008
11:30am-2:00pm |
Murder Mystery Matinee "Cereal Killer"
You will find youself at the Fabulous Kellogg Mansion. Usually there's a tour and everyone gets a free box of cereal, but it's all missing and so is the young at heart, but mysterious owner. It's all fun and games in this interactive Murder Mystery Show. We will have you searching for answers and the winner will win a fabulous prize. You may have to become a tour guide or sing for your supper, but no matter what, you will have a great time. Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, bring yourself and your funny bone to Starved Rock Lodge for this fun filled show. One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. For information and to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386. $25.95 per person
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Monday, September 15, 2008
11:30am-2:00pm |
Murder Mystery Matinee "The Butcher, The Baker, The Deathmaker"
It's the national cooking finals. You will see the top chefs create culinary delights to win the top prize. Strangly enough, all of the judges have been murdered. You may have to do a little cooking yourself or you could even become one of the judges. You had better figure out who the killer is before you're the next target. It's all a fun and light hearted look at cooking shows in this interactive Murder Mystery Show. Bring your appetite for mystery, fun, and adventure and don't forget about your great meal from the award winning chefs at STARVED ROCK LODGE. Don't wait, these shows sell out fast, order your tickets now. One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. For information and to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386. $25.95 per person
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September 27, 2008
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BesPhoto Workshop
Interested in Photography? Do you want to learn more about how to operate your specific camera? We will cover camera operation, photographic theory, and composition while hiking the trails of Starved Rock. We will spend one-on-one time with you working with your specific camera. We welcome all types of cameras and photographers. Cost is $100. For more information see www.BesPhoto.com or to sign up contact Mike Bessler at 630-667-5174 or email Mike@BesPhoto.com
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Fridays, October 3 and 10
4:00pm - 10:00pm |
Oktoberfest
Come to Starved Rock Lodge to celebrate October German style on the Veranda. The beauty of fall on our Veranda will be mixed with the flavor of ten Oktoberfest beers. $14.95 for the Authentic German Buffet. German band will be playing from 5:30-8:30p.m. $6.00 to sample 10 Oktoberfest beers and $10.00 for a commemorative stein (while supplies last) and 10 free tastings. No cover charge. For more information please call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
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Saturday, October 11, 2008
4:00-8:00pm |
Cruise in Utica Car Show
Located downtown Utica. $5.00 entrance fee to show car. Open to the pubic. Trophies, Music by 3D Sound, Giveaways, and food booths. For more information Day 815-223-5555, Evening 815-667-4543.
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Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 19
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Fall Colors Weekend
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is pleased to present a Fall Colors Weekend. Guided hikes to view the spectacular colors of fall. Meet at the Visitor Center at 9:00am & 1:00pm
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May 2, 2009
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BesPhoto Workshop
Interested in Photography? Do you want to learn more about how to operate your specific camera? We will cover camera operation, photographic theory, and composition while hiking the trails of Starved Rock. We will spend one-on-one time with you working with your specific camera. We welcome all types of cameras and photographers. Cost is $100. For more information see www.BesPhoto.com or to sign up contact Mike Bessler at 630-667-5174 or email Mike@BesPhoto.com
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August 1, 2009
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BesPhoto Workshop
Interested in Photography? Do you want to learn more about how to operate your specific camera? We will cover camera operation, photographic theory, and composition while hiking the trails of Starved Rock. We will spend one-on-one time with you working with your specific camera. We welcome all types of cameras and photographers. Cost is $100. For more information see www.BesPhoto.com or to sign up contact Mike Bessler at 630-667-5174 or email Mike@BesPhoto.com
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September 26, 2009
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BesPhoto Workshop
Interested in Photography? Do you want to learn more about how to operate your specific camera? We will cover camera operation, photographic theory, and composition while hiking the trails of Starved Rock. We will spend one-on-one time with you working with your specific camera. We welcome all types of cameras and photographers. Cost is $100. For more information see www.BesPhoto.com or to sign up contact Mike Bessler at 630-667-5174 or email Mike@BesPhoto.com
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