September's lecture is titled Planes and Trains. Dan Schott will present the history of flight and the local history, including Charles Lindberghs mail plane crash, along with Amelia Earhart's connection to LaSalle County, plus Wild Bill Crawford's death defying exploits. Then you will find out about train
In a town known for its quiet surprises, Engle Lane Theatre proves that big talent shines brightly in Streator.
The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,
Walk the site after dark at your own pace. Informational signs and lights are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. Admission is $12 to $32.
The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,
This Ceremony will be managed by local Native American Gerald Savage (White Winnebago) a member of the Ho Chunk Nation. It will be held right behind the Aitken One-Room Schoolhouse.
Fresh foods and fresh vibes await. Stop by weekly to pick up fresh produce, flowers, and treats, or grab food from a local vendor and swing along to live music. The Farmers Market is a fan-favorite for all ages. Vendors change weekly so follow the market on Facebook
Sewing is a wonderful skill that opens the door to endless creativity and practical application. Whether you dream of designing your own clothes, crafting unique home decor, or simply repairing garments, a beginner sewing class is the perfect way to start your journey. This introductory course will
Dick Joyce will be presenting the History of Coal Mining in Grundy County. Mr. Joyce is a descendant of immigrant coal miners on both sides of his family. He has authored several published articles on Northern Illinois coal mining and published a book in 2024 titled Spring
STORYTIME is the best morning on the farm. YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the farm animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season! Want more time on the farm after? We have
The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, Sept. 23, to Sunday, Dec. 13. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.This traveling exhibition, developed by South Carolina silhouette artist Clay Rice and the South Carolina State Museum, is based on the artists childrens book The Stick,
A sweet fall craft for early childhood creators! Little Dippers: Caramel Apple Craft is a playful early childhood art class offered as part of our Sprout & Create series on the farm. Designed especially for our littlest creators, this hands-on class invites children to explore creativity through a
The event celebrates the rich agricultural history in Grundy County and offers everything from a farm fair, craft shows, carnival, music and food, food, food. The town is decorated beautifully to celebrate the fall harvest and everyone joins in the spirit by dressing in their best jeans
The event celebrates the rich agricultural history in Grundy County and offers everything from a farm fair, craft shows, carnival, music and food, food, food. The town is decorated beautifully to celebrate the fall harvest and everyone joins in the spirit by dressing in their best jeans
The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,
The event celebrates the rich agricultural history in Grundy County and offers everything from a farm fair, craft shows, carnival, music and food, food, food. The town is decorated beautifully to celebrate the fall harvest and everyone joins in the spirit by dressing in their best jeans
Join a naturalist for a long walk through the prairie as grasshoppers bounce out of our way! We will get some miles in while learning all about these wild gymnasts with powerful hind legs and raspy voices. We may even get a close-up look at one! Registration
In its second year, Chicago Street Markets continues to collaborate with the Village of New Lenox to expand the New Lenox Farmers Market, offering more variety from local farmers, growers, makers and bakers. Admission is free.
A New York City cop, John McClane, tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas Eve party at the Nakatomi Plaza Skyscraper in Los Angeles, California. Tickets are $5 each and will be available in advance or on the
The event celebrates the rich agricultural history in Grundy County and offers everything from a farm fair, craft shows, carnival, music and food, food, food. The town is decorated beautifully to celebrate the fall harvest and everyone joins in the spirit by dressing in their best jeans
The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,
Sit n Sew Is Back by Popular Demand!!Bring Your machine and Unfinished or Latest Sewing Project to Sew and Mingle!Come and go as the time works for you. Light dinner will be served.Call to Pre-Register 815-458-2191 ~ Don't Delay, Fills Quickly!! $30 per person.
No experience needed for this fun handbuilding class! Students aged 12-adult will use clay slabs to build a witches hat that will serve as festive decoration and function as a candle or incense holder! Students can decorate their witches hat however they'd like with instructor assistance. Choice
For Fall in Love with Streator, we're devoting Friday, Sept. 25 (Yes, that's 9 to (two) 5) to Dolly Parton, and hosting our own Dolly Look Alike contest 5 to 7 p.m. Check into the Chamber office at 320 E. Main St. to get your photo and