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SUMMARY:Ice Climbers of Starved Rock
DESCRIPTION:An unexpected frozen adventure\, like never before… Ice Climbers of Starved Rock\, an original documentary by Starved Rock Hikers\, explores the authentic journey of an extraordinary community of ice climbers scaling frozen waterfalls at Starved Rock State Park in Illinois. Learn more about the film by visiting www.starvedrockhikers.com/ice-climbers. \nPlease register by calling 815-220-1848\, extensions 1 or 2 or at the I&M Canal Visitors Center ~ Lock 16 Café.  \n  \nRegister HERE \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/register-here/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lecture,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T093000
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SUMMARY:The Official 2024 Canal Alliance Congress
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this must-attend networking conference for those working in the I&M Canal National Heritage Area. You’ll enjoy collaborating and brainstorming with colleagues from around the area as we discuss plans and opportunities for 2025. \nClick here to sign up > \n \nBuilding upon the successes of past congresses\, we have an interactive day planned. In the morning\, our expert facilitators will lead group discussions and activities that will:\n• Enable you to (re)introduce yourself and your organization.• Offer you the opportunity to share your observations\, successes and needs in regards to tourism at your destination and in the region (while also hearing from others from the area).\n• Promote a spirit of camaraderie and inter-organization cooperation as we look for ways to increase visitors to your site and our national heritage area as a whole. \nAdditionally\, we’ll provide insights into new models of partnership our organization\, the Canal Corridor Association\, can offer in filling gaps needed to make your plans come to fruition. \nIn the afternoon\, we’ll focus on storytelling. \nSpecifically\, how you and your organization can tell more memorable stories that engage your audience and motivate visits. This highly interactive and participatory\, skill-building workshop will introduce you to new techniques for engaging listeners with great storytelling and allow you to practice telling stories to others. It will be perfect for discovering new ways to effectively promote your organization\, its offerings and even yourself. \nAlways known for great eats\, we’ll start off the day with tasty breakfast (8:30-9:30am) and serve a delicious lunch on site around 12:30pm. \n \nOPTIONAL: The event takes place at the beautiful Four Rivers Environmental Center. Come at 8:30amand enjoy a complimentary\, gu \nided\, light hike on the surrounding McKinley Woods’ paths. These woods offer an array of nature to explore and are known as a hotspot for bald eagles and American white pelicans. \nPlease be aware that at this annual fall meeting\, we will NOT be: \n• Conducting long\, butt-numbing speeches or presentations.• Serving runny eggs for breakfast\, cold food (that’s supposed to be hot) for lunch.\n• Facilitating an experience that’s dry\, overly serious or stodgy. This will be a fun and inspiring day of idea-sharing and collaborative interactions. \nThursday\, November 21\, 2024 – 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM\nFour Rivers Environmental Education Center\n25055 S. Walnut Lane\, Channahon\, IL 60410 \nSchedule:\n8:30 AM: Doors Open\, Coffee & Food\n9:30 AM: Sessions Start\n12:30-1:30 PM: Lunch & Networking\n1:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Workshops \n$39 Non Profit Registration\n$49 All Others \nAbout the Canal Corridor Association\nThe Canal Corridor Association (CCA) is a non-profit organization designated by Congress to coordinate partnerships and activities in pursuit of our mission to enhance and promote the cultural\, natural\, recreational and economic resources of the I&M Canal National Heritage Area. \nAbout Bold Bison (the facilitators)\nBold Bison Communications & Consulting provides forward-thinking communications solutions\, engaging strategy and facilitation services\, and inspiring workshops and trainings for nonprofits across the U.S\, particularly in the conservation\, climate\, and local food movements\, as well as the arts and cultural institutions. \n***\nPlease be advised that photos and videos will be taken at this event. By attending\, you consent to be photographed\, filmed\, and/or otherwise recorded. Your attendance at the event constitutes your agreement to the use of any resulting media by the Canal Corridor Association for promotional\, marketing\, or any other purpose in perpetuity\, without further approval or any compensation. If you have any concerns or wish to opt out\, please contact us prior to the event. \n*To secure the “two for one” pricing\, you will need to “Add a Participant” when filling out the form and enter their information. Upon checkout\, use the coupon code TWOFORONE\, and the second person’s entry will be completely comped.  
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/official2024canalalliancecongress/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T130000
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SUMMARY:“Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History” Presentation
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Canal Corridor Association will host an Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau presentation entitled “Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History” by Kim Sigafus. \nDressed in her native regalia\, Kim will be giving a history of the natives in Illinois with a focus on native women\, or what was considered “The Hidden Half.” Her primary focus will be women such as Singing Bird (Blackhawk’s wife)\, and Hononegah. Kim will bring the audience into these women’s day-to-day lives\, including courting\, marriage\, and child-rearing. She will also talk about their role in their husbands’ lives\, and how those lives affected the history of Illinois. \nKim will bring native items that women would have used in their daily lives\, as she discusses the role women played within the family unit. The audience will be able to pick up and view the items\, learn native language and music\, and get the chance to play the drum in this interactive experience. \nKim Sigafus is an award-winning Ojibwa author who writes Native American fiction\, non-fiction\, children’s and young adult books. She has presented on native history\, food\, and music\, and has traveled all over the Midwest in her native regalia\, bringing native culture to life. Kim’s family is from White Earth Reservation\, located in the northwest corner of Minnesota. She sings and drums\, as well as crafts dream catchers and Talking Feathers. \n  \n\nRegister Now \n\n  \nThis event is being produced by Canal Corridor Association in partnership with Illinois Humanities. The Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau invites Illinois authors\, artists\, and educators to share their expertise and enthusiasm with people throughout the state\, enabling local nonprofit organizations to present free-admission cultural programs to their communities. You can find more information on Kim Sigafus and her presentation at https://www.ilhumanities.org/kim-sigafus/
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/singing-bird-and-the-importance-of-native-american-women-in-illinois-history-presentation/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Cafe\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,History
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SUMMARY:175th Anniversary Regional Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Lewis University and the Gaylord Building Historic Site invite you to a symposium marking the 175th anniversary of the Illinois & Michigan Canal – part of a year-long series of events held along the 96 miles of the nation’s first National Heritage Area. This event is free and open to the public with funding from the Lewis University History Center\, Gaylord Building\, and Sczepaniak Lecture Series. \nIn a rare appearance\, the Canal Corridor Association’s President & CEO Ana Koval will preside over the day’s final session “The I&M Canal’s 175th Anniversary: Transportation & Transformation” in which she’ll talk about the impact the canal had on the newly formed canal towns\, Chicago\, Illinois and the United States. \nThe event also features speakers\, tabletop displays\, pop-up exhibitions\, and an opportunity for students\, the public\, and interpretive sites to engage with the complex history of this shared landscape. Light lunch to be served. \nRegister here: https://www.alumni.lewisu.edu/sczepaniakfall23 \n  \n\n\nAGENDA\n9:00 AM – 9:25 AM\nCoffee Reception \n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nPop-up Exhibits and Display Materials \n\n\n\n\n9:30 AM – 10:30 AM\nThe Native Land: Raphael Wahwassuck\, Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Tribal Council \n\n\n\n\n10:40 AM – 11:00 AM\nBreak \n\n\n\n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nPrairie Restoration and Land Use: Christina Henderson\, Prairie Supervisor\, Midewin National Tallgrass \n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM – 12:40 PM\nLunch Reception in Lobby \n\n\n\n\n12:45 PM – 1:45 PM\nPlace\, Region\, and Changing Human Interactions with Nature: Dr. William C. Barnett\, Professor of History\, North Central College \n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nThe I & M Canal’s 175th Anniversary: Transportation and Transformation: Ana B. Koval\, President and CEO\, Canal Corridor Association \n\nThe legacy of Jim and Mary Clare Sczepaniak lives on at Lewis University through scholarships\, enhancements and a history lecture series. The lectures began in October 2016 and have brought scholarly speakers on a variety of topics. 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/175th-anniversary-regional-symposium/
LOCATION:Lewis University – Saint Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall\, 101 Airport Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,History
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230701T130000
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SUMMARY:I&M Canal Boat Tour with Special Guest: Abraham Lincoln!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a celebrity cameo like no other! Former Illinois Congressman Abraham Lincoln joins us on July 1st for two very special I&M Canal Boat Tours (1pm and 2:30pm). Hop aboard our mule-pulled 1840s replica packet boat and watch history come to life as Mr. Lincoln recounts the role he played in the creation of the I&M Canal\, which ushered in a new era of trade and travel for the entire nation. \nAs always\, your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule\, interact with crew of period dressed guides\, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90 minute boat ride. \n\n\n\nOne day only! Don’t miss this exclusive 1-hour experience of history and adventure. \nPurchase tickets here > \nADMISSION PRICES\nAdults – $25\nSeniors (62 & over) – $20\nChildren (4-16) – $9\nChildren under 3 – Free\nFamily Pack (2 Adults & 2 Children) – $59 \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/im-canal-boat-tour-with-special-guest-abraham-lincoln/
LOCATION:Lock 14 Access\, Canal Rd &\, IL-351\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,I&M Canal Boat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230507T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230507T150000
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SUMMARY:CCA President/CEO Speaks At Lemont Library
DESCRIPTION:This year the I&M Canal celebrates its 175th anniversary and Lemont\, its 150th. That’s not a coincidence that Lemont was born soon after the canal was opened. \nAna Koval\, the President/CEO of the Canal Corridor Association\, which is the nonprofit\, coordinating agency that oversees the I&M Canal National Heritage Area\, will give a rare lecture at the Lemont Public Library providing historical insights into how the opening of the canal\, which was the last step needed for an all-water\, interior route from the East Coast to the Gulf of Mexico\, drastically changed this part of the world\, leading to the growth of Lemont\, Chicago\, the region and even the United States. \nAna will also explain what a National Heritage Area is and why they’re important in preserving and promoting a region’s stories\, heritage\, natural resources and economies. In particular\, she’ll discuss plans for the I&M Canal National Heritage Area and how you can become involved as a steward helping to ensure its continued survival for the benefit of future generations. \nSeats are limited – Register Here!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/cca-president-ceo-speaks-at-lemont-library/
LOCATION:Lemont Public Library\, 50 E Wend Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,History,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T150000
DTSTAMP:20230405T170607Z
CREATED:20230112T233026Z
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SUMMARY:The Chicago Portage - A Lasting Gift - Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Richard Lanyon.  The Chicago Portage is not just history; it is still a main vein of Midwest commerce. Local author and historian Dick Lanyon takes us on a journey through the development of a waterway route that includes the Chicago Portage\, and connects the Chicago River’s South Branch with the Des Plaines River in Joliet. Dick traces how the portage route was first exploited to build a modest canal and railroads for commercial purposes\, then developed into a larger canal to divert city wastewater away from Lake Michigan. Finally\, he explores how the precise location of the ancient subcontinental divide is critical in accounting for the Chicago area’s allowance of Lake Michigan’s water as mandated by the U.S. Supreme Court. \nRichard Lanyon is a scientist\, author of “Building the Canal to Save Chicago” and others about the development of Chicago’s waterways\, and the former executive director of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. \n  \n\n  \nFriends of the Chicago Portage will present four free public history lectures in its 2023 Lecture Series celebrating the discovery\, location and development of the Chicago Portage. Accomplished local authors\, historians and storytellers will explore the colorful history of how the passage of a pair of Frenchmen though the Portage 350 years ago led to the birth of a city\, and how subsequent improvements created Chicago. All four lectures will begin at 1 p.m. on the last Saturday of January – April\, at the Lyons Public Library located at 4209 Joliet Ave.\, in Lyons.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/the-chicago-portage-a-lasting-gift-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Lyons Public Library\, 4209 Joliet Avenue\, Lyons\, IL\, 60534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T133000
DTSTAMP:20230401T024532Z
CREATED:20230104T214341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230401T024532Z
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SUMMARY:26th Annual Boat Captain's Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Boat Captain’s Luncheon is an annual gathering of canal supporters from throughout the IMCNHA celebrating the work and passion of its volunteers. Come and help us celebrate seven honorees from Chicago the LaSalle County. \nThe following honorees will be celebrated at the luncheon this year: \nVillage of Lemont \nLaSalle County Historical Society \nFriends of the Chicago Portage & Forest Preserve of Cook County \nOld Joliet Prison Preservation Coalition \nFriends of Chicago River \nSeneca History Museum \nMazon Creek Fossil Crew \nStarted by Canal Corridor Association Chairman\, John Trutter\, in 1992\, the 26th Boat Captain’s Luncheon will take place on Friday\, April 14th\, 2023\, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM\, held at the stunning Bolingbrook Golf Club\, located at 2001 Rodeo Drive\, Bolingbrook\, Illinois.  \nThe Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area (IMCNHA) is a collection of places and a community of people and organizations who cherish the stories\, history\, buildings\, and landscape of those places. This year\, we are celebrating some of the Placekeepers\, Storytellers\, and Builders among us.  \n  \n  \n\n  \nTicket pricing as follows: \nSponsor Table For 10 People: $1\,500 \nPatron Ticket: $150 Per Person \nIndividual Ticket: $125 Per Person \nRaffle Tickets: $20 Per Ticket\, or 7 Tickets for $100 \nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/26th-annual-boat-captains-luncheon/
LOCATION:Bolingbrook Golf Club\, 2001 Rodeo Drive\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60490\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T160000
DTSTAMP:20181101T213449Z
CREATED:20181101T213449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T213449Z
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SUMMARY:Queen of Hearts Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join us for at the Lock 16 Cafe & I&M Canal Visitor Center for a Queen of Hearts Tea this Valentine’s Day! \n \nWhy not treat yourself to a relaxing Valentine’s themed Afternoon Tea experience? Located in the Lock 16’s Vintage Room you will spend time relaxing with friends\, or meet new friends. The afternoon tea menu features a variety of tasty teas\, delectable savory tea sandwiches\, scones served with Devonshire Cream & Jam\, sweet mini desserts\, all made in-house. \nReservation Required\n$24.95 per-person\nCall (815)223-1851 or CLICK HERE to book
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/queen-of-hearts-afternoon-tea/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T130000
DTSTAMP:20181211T190111Z
CREATED:20181211T190111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T190111Z
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SUMMARY:Local Author Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the I&M Canal Visitor Center on Saturday December 15th 2018\, 11am – 1pm\, for a book signing with local author Dana Cattani! \n \nStop by to say hello and grab your signed copy of The Official Christmas Elves Handbook by Dana Cattani\, originally from Ladd\, IL.  \nThe Official Christmas Elves Handbook is written FOR Christmas Elves and contains countless details and information about their life in Santatown. It is a comprehensive description of elf-life broken down into 12 chapters and written in a true handbook style. It is also a flip-around reference\, 2019 calendar\, four-page directory with pull-out map\, word/picture find\, and an interactive activity book with pages you can actually mail in for the elves to read.  \nSet of 5 Golden Rings to the first 25 books sold \nIllustrated by The Firecracker Press\, and printed at Murray Print Shop\, a 4th generation family business in StLouis\, MO. \nCome check it out! The little ones (and the adult Christmas fanatics – it’s ok to admit it) in your life will love you for it! \nFor more information call (815)220-1848×1838
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/local-author-book-signing/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T160000
DTSTAMP:20180117T201036Z
CREATED:20180117T201036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T201036Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Tea's At Lock 16
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Christmas Tea at the Lock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center on December 6th or 7th 2018\, 2:00pm – 4:00pm. \n\n\n\n\nWhy not treat yourself to a relaxing Afternoon Tea experience in stylish surroundings in the Lock 16 Cafe? Located in the Lock 16’s Vintage Room you can spend time relaxing with friends\, or meet new friends\, during our one of our 6 afternoon teas. The afternoon tea menu features a variety of tasty teas\, delectable savory tea sandwiches\, scones served with Devonshire Cream & Jam\, sweet mini desserts\, all made in-house\, with a featuring a Christmas theme & stories. \n\nRESERVATION REQUIRED\n\nCost per person $24.95\nTo book call (815)223-1851 or CLICK HERE.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/christmas-teas-at-lock-16/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T110000
DTSTAMP:20171102T171235Z
CREATED:20171102T171235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171102T171235Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa at Lock 16
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with Santa is back at the Lock 16 Café & Gift Shop in Downtown LaSalle!  \n\n\n\n\nBefore Santa gets too busy in his workshop\, tell him what you would like for Christmas\, enjoy a delicious breakfast and receive a special treat!\nBring the children to Lock 16 for a fun filled Holiday event\, they will enjoy breakfast & picking out gifts while meeting Mr & Mrs Claus!\n\n\nRESERVATION REQUIRED\n\nTickets:\nAdult/Senior $10\nKids: $8\nTimes for breakfast with Santa are 8:00am-9:00am OR 10:00am-11:00am. \n\nBreakfast will include Pancakes\, Sausage\, Egg Bake and Beverages.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/breakfast-with-santa-at-lock-16/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T200000
DTSTAMP:20180828T205053Z
CREATED:20180828T205053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T205053Z
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SUMMARY:Dinner & a Little History: World War II on the Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, Wednesday November 14th 2018\, at the Gaylord Building for our Dinner Lecture Series: World War II on the Great Lakes! \n \nThe Great Lakes of North America were far from the battlefields of World War II but the factories\, training camps\, and shipyards of the region were crucial to victory over the forces of fascism. This illustrated lecture will tell the story how Chicago and the lakes region were the “Arsenal of Democracy and reflect on the legacy left from that historic era. \nTheodore J. Karamanski\, Ph.D a professor of history at Loyola University Chicago\, where he founded and directs the Public History Program. He is the author of seven books\, including Rally ’Round the Flag: Chicago and the Civil War\, Schooner Passage: Sailing Ships and the Lake Michigan Frontier\, and most recently Blackbird’s Song: Andrew J. Blackbird and the Odawa People. In addition to his work at Loyola\, Ted has served as a heritage consultant to the National Park Service on numerous occasions in Alaska and across the Midwest region as well as National Geographic\, The History Channel\, and the Travel Channel. He was an adviser for the creation of the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor and for the recently proposed St. Croix River National Heritage Area. His public history work has focused on Great Lakes region cultural resource management\, environmental history and American Indian rights. \n  \n\nRESERVATION REQUIRED!\n\n\nLecture + Dinner = Non-Members is $35\, for Members $30. \n\n\nLecture ONLY $10 (Lecture begins at 7:30pm)\n\n\nCall (815)220-1848 ext. 1838 for more information & to RSVP
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/dinner-a-little-history-world-war-ii-on-the-great-lakes/
LOCATION:Gaylord Building\, Lockport\, 200 W. 8th Street\, Lockport\, IL\, 60441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Dinner Lecture,History,I&M Canal Boat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T140000
DTSTAMP:20180117T222338Z
CREATED:20180117T222338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T222338Z
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SUMMARY:Book Signing with Author Jeanne Roppolo
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday February 24th 2018\, 12:00pm – 2:00pm for a book signing with local author Jeanne Roppolo. \n \n  \nJeanne will be signing and reading from her newly published book Grandma Goes to New Zealand & Australia: Walkabouts in the Lands Down Under. \nIn here newly published book Jeanne Roppolo\, after spending 5 months working in Antarctica\, meanders back home. From McMurdo Station\, she visits the Land of the Kiwis before traveling to the world’s smallest continent and largest island. Enjoy the vibrant scenery\, visit museums\, learn of Maori culture\, experience thrills at the Adrenaline Capital of the World\, and attend a performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House and so much more.  \nJeanne\, an ordinary baby-boomer\, without money or a college degree was placed onto a strange and unforeseen path. That long\, winding road\, with its twists and turns\, detours and stops\, led her at age 57 to a contract job in Antarctica with its extreme adventures and quirky residents. Not knowing what could possibly be next in her life-journey experiences\, a suggestion by award-winning author\, Linda Collison\, prompted her to pen those adventures and stories. Jeanne continues to relish life’s treasured moments as she travels to distant lands\, encounters new friends\, and explores other cultures. She is author of the Grandma Goes to…book series\, a Professional Speaker\, Raconteur (storyteller)\, Intentional Living Coach\, Serial entrepreneur\, and Community Volunteer.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/book-signing-with-author-jeanne-roppolo/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,History,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T163000
DTSTAMP:20171206T225144Z
CREATED:20171206T225144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171206T225144Z
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SUMMARY:Canal Alliance Congress
DESCRIPTION:The Canal Corridor Association invites you to: \nThe 6th Annual Canal Alliance Congress \nWednesday\, February 21\, 2018\, 8:30am-4:30pm  \nat the Four Rivers Environmental Education Center  \n25055 South Walnut Lane Channahon\, IL 60410 \n\n \nThe annual Canal Alliance Congress is a gathering of local I&M Canal enthusiasts\, city and state officials\, and business and civic organizations who meet to network\, discuss the goings-on in the I&M Canal National Heritage Area\, and coordinate efforts to further promote the IMCNHA. \nThis all-day event is for those working to (1) promote the National Heritage Area (NHA)\, (2) preserve and maintain the cultural resources of the NHA\, (3) collaborate in the fields of conservation\, economic development\, recreation\, preservation\, storytelling\, education\, interpretation\, education and sustainability in the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area. \nPresentations focus around building partnerships to engage with people throughout the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area.  Networking opportunities at the Canal Alliance Congress allow representatives from neighboring towns to share updates and plans. \n\nThis year’s Congress will focus on Illinois Bicentennial and present opportunities for partnership programs and activities. There will be keynote speakers\, morning and afternoon sessions\, displays from varied organizations\, networking time\, and of course\, a delicious lunch. \nTickets are $50 for non-members\, $38 for members and all proceeds support the CCA and the IMCNHA. \n\nRegister by calling (815)220-1848 x 1838.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/canal-alliance-congress/
LOCATION:blog-10
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T160000
DTSTAMP:20180117T191224Z
CREATED:20180117T191224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T191224Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Tea at Lock 16 Cafe
DESCRIPTION:There is still time to reserve for Lock 16 Cafe’s Valentine’s Tea!\n\n\n\n\nAfternoon teas have been enjoyed for centuries and tea has been touted as a miracle cure and most potent health drink ever. Spend a relaxing with friends\, or meet new friends\, in the Lock 16 Vintage Room\, sipping a variety of tasty teas and sampling delectable tea sandwiches\, scones\, sweet treats\, all made in-house\, with a Valentine’s theme. \n\nRESERVATION REQUIRED\n\nCost per person $24.95\nTo book call (815)223-1851 or CLICK HERE. 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/valentines-tea-at-lock-16-cafe/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180121T143000
DTSTAMP:20171009T182107Z
CREATED:20171009T182107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171009T182107Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Lecture: Uniting the Rivers: The History of the Illinois Waterway
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, Sunday January 21st 2018 1:00pm – 2:30pm\, at the LaSalle County Historical Museum for our Sunday lecture series: Uniting the Rivers: The History of the Illinois Waterway \n \nThe Illinois Waterway\, once the skeletal remains of a glacial drainage ditch\, has been transformed into an engineering marvel.  Discover how this passageway became such an essential link in the economy and continues to draw water and land enthusiasts to its banks. One water enthusiast\, the bald eagle\, can be seen year-round but is more predictably viewed in the winter.  Learn more about this iconic creature and why so many visit the Illinois Waterway. \nSpeaker Julie McDonald is a Park Ranger with the US Army Corps of Engineers.  She has worked in natural resources and environmental education since  1998.  Ms. McDonald received her Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Ms. McDonald is currently at the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center\, which is run by the US Army Corps of Engineers. 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/sunday-lecture-uniting-the-rivers-the-history-of-the-illinois-waterway/
LOCATION:Home section services
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Dinner Lecture,History,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T130000
DTSTAMP:20171211T174103Z
CREATED:20171211T174103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171211T174103Z
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SUMMARY:Book Signing with Author Steven Decker
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the Canal Corridor Association on Saturday December 23rd 11:00am – 1:00pm for a book signing with author Steven Decker and his book Cambridge Street at the Lock 16 Café & Visitor Center\, 754 First Street LaSalle\, IL. \n \n“Cambridge Street is for the millions of immigrants from Italy and the world that came to America to give their families better lives\, they helped build our country\, feed its people and fight its wars. Now\, with the passing of years\, their bravery and sacrifices are being forgotten. We must not let that happen.” – Steven Decker \nThe Mafia\, bad government and high taxes forced the Tomaso family to leave Italy and the people they loved. They came to America in search of opportunity but found rejection and prejudice. Chicago\, sprawling and dirty\, was not like anything they could have dreamed or imagined. The family quickly learned that immigrants – especially Italians and\, worse\, Sicilians – were not wanted or welcomed. Love of family and trust in God held them together and\, somehow\, they survived. The Tomasos were finally content until early one morning when an act of terrible\, unforgivable violence was committed against them by their Italian countrymen. \nAuthor Steven Decker grew up in a large\, thriving Sicilian family on the north side of Chicago. He never forgot the stories about the struggles of his immigrant grandparents: How they survived terrible poverty\, life during Prohibition and their encounters with gangsters. \nFor more information call (815)220-1848.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/book-signing-with-author-steven-decker/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,History,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171208T160000
DTSTAMP:20171031T202446Z
CREATED:20171031T202446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171031T202446Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:There is still time to sign-up for Lock 16’s Christmas Teas! \n  \n \nJoin us on December 7th OR December 8th to spend the afternoon with friends\, or make new ones\, in our charming Vintage Room sipping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sandwiches\, scones\, sweet treats and more. \nThe Tea is Thursday December 7th OR Friday December 8th 2:00-4:00pm at Lock 16 Cafe in LaSalle. \nBook now\, limited availability.\nCost per person $24.95 \nTo reserve Call 815-220-1848 or click below to get your tickets online. \nLock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center: 754 First Street LaSalle\, IL 61301
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/christmas-afternoon-tea/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171207T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171207T160000
DTSTAMP:20171031T202017Z
CREATED:20171031T202017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171031T202017Z
UID:10000075-1512612000-1512662400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:There is still time to sign-up for Lock 16’s Christmas Teas! \n  \n \nJoin us on December 7th OR 8th to spend the afternoon with friends\, or make new ones\, in our charming Vintage Room sipping a variety of tasty teas and sample delectable tea sandwiches\, scones\, sweet treats and more. \nThe Tea is Thursday December 7th OR Friday December 8th 2:00-4:00pm at Lock 16 Cafe in LaSalle. \nBook now\, limited availability.\nCost per person $24.95 \nTo reserve Call 815-220-1848 or click below to get your tickets online. \nLock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center: 754 First Street LaSalle\, IL 61301
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/2323/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canal Corridor Association,Lock 16
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