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September 1 – 30

LaSalle Horse Pulled Canal Boat Ride

I&M Canal Boat Dock
Rt. 351 (Joliet Street) at the Canal, just south of downtown LaSalle
Daily at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM

Step back in time. Experience a horse pulled one hour trip along the historic Illinois & Michigan Canal. Our captain, crew and their pioneer passengers from 1848 will share their adventures as you ride along this route as it was 150 years ago. Minutes from Starved Rock. Adult: $12; Seniors (65+): $10. Special pricing for children, family, schools, charters and groups (20 or more). Call 815.588.1100 for sunset cruise information. For information you may email cca@canalcor.org.

September 1

Labor Day Parade

Downtown Streator
Call 815/672-2055 or email streatortourism@gmail.com for more information.

September 4

Murder Mystery Matinee

"Cereal Killer"
11:30 AM -2:00 PM

You may find yourself in the middle of a murder at this interactive theatre production. One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. $25.95 per person. For information and to purchase tickets call 800.868.7625 ext. 386

September 5 – 6

Artisan Showcase Weekend

August Hill Winery Tasting Room
106 Mill St., Utica
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Friday
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday

See the exciting new art on display and meet the artists. Call 815.667.5211 or email info@augusthillwinery.com.

September 7 -13

Romance in "D" Comedy

Community Players of Streator
Engle Lane Theater
1012 Columbus Rd, Streator
Call 815.672.4066 or visit www.englelane.org for information.

September 14

Second Sunday Lecture Series

Hegeler Carus Mansion
1307 Seventh St., LaSalle
4:00 PM

A monthly lecture series on various topics. Donations gratefully accepted. Telephone 815.224.6543 or visit www.hegelercarus.org for information.

September 15

Murder Mystery Matinee

"The Butcher, the Baker, the Death Maker"
Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center
Rt. 178 & Rt. 71, Utica
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

You may find yourself in the middle of a murder at this interactive theatre production. One lucky guest who follows along closely will win an overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge. $25.95 per person For information and to purchase tickets call 800.868.7625 ext. 386

September 19

Music at the Mansion

Hegeler Carus Mansion
1307 Seventh St., LaSalle
5:45 PM – 6:30 PM

Monthly concert series featuring local musicians. Donations gratefully accepted. Telephone 815.224.6543 or visit www.hegelercarus.org for information.

September 20 & 21

Vintage Illinois Wine Festival

Starved Rock State Park
Rt. 178 & Rt. 71, Utica
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday

Sponsored by the Illinois Grape Growers & Vintner's Association. Featuring 21 Illinois Wineries from around the State. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and enjoy Illinois wine, great food, music and the atmosphere of beautiful Starved Rock State Park. For information and tickets call 800.868.7625 ext 386

September 27

Art on the Prairie

Streator City Park

Fifth annual Fine Arts Festival & Wine tasting held in the Streator City Park sponsored by Streator Tourism. Festival includes juried art displays, demonstrations, wine tasting and food vendors. Call 815.672.2055 or Pam @815.672.6215 or email streatortourism@gmail.com for information.

BesPhoto Photoworkshop

Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center
Rt. 178 & Rt. 71, Utica

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.

September 27 - 28

Alpaca Farm Days

Apple Tree Acres Alpacas
3037 E. 11th Rd., Utica
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Learn about alpacas, get hands on. Visit the farm store to purchase alpaca products. Free food. Call 815.667.5100 or email appletreealpacas@il-ottawa.com for more information.

September 28

Valley Carvers Woodcarving Expo

Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center
Rt. 178 & Rt. 71, Utica
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Come view magnificent wood carvings first hand as well have the opportunity to purchase your own and meet with carvers from all over the Midwest! Event open to public – no admission 800.868.7625 ext. 386.
Every Tuesday Evening