Have you always wanted to go backpacking but were intimidated by the process? Join a naturalist in this three-part series to learn the basics of backpacking. How to select a sleeping bag? What food to pack? How to choose a location? In this first of the series,
Join us for the inaugural Ottawa's Brew Fest Drinkin' With Lincoln as part of Friendship Days at Washington Square Park! The festivities kick off on Saturday, July 27 from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM and continue on Sunday, July 28 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy
Join Katie of Goetz Creative for a fun and unique tie dye workshop! Katie will teach you a variety of designs to choose from as you sip on wine, or whatever your preferred drink of choice may be! BYOW (Bring Your Own Wine) - this event is
Acoustic Singer/Songwriter performing Alternative, Rock, and Classic Rock Covers.
Celebrate National Moth Week with a glowing night hike. Moths make up 90% of the butterfly family, yet most of us can only identify one or two of them. Join a naturalist to discover what makes moths special and why we should celebrate this group of insects.
Embark on a journey through time with our Steeples & Saloons walking tour, a captivating exploration of Ottawa, Illinois' rich history and architectural marvels. This engaging tour is perfect for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the vibrant past of a town
Join us for a wild adventure at The Forge in Lemont, IL, on Sunday, July 28th, as Crosstown Exotics presents an Exotic Reptile Show as part of our Forge Family Fun Sundays series. Get ready to encounter fascinating creatures from around the world as experienced handlers showcase
Board a trolley with a guide and head to the entrance of one of Starved Rock's most scenic canyons. The walk is less than a mile and takes about 45 minutes. Following the hike, relax with a boat ride on the picturesque Illinois River. A snack, bottle
Join us for the return of the Sunday Fun-Day concert series Rock the Block! Held the fourth Sunday of the month throughout the summer. This is a free concert series hosted by the City of Morris. On July 28th, Mike & Traci of Good Clean Fun will
Experience where the magic begins at our winery location in Peru, illinois! Step into our Winery Caves where your favorite August Hill & ISC wines are produced and stored. Enjoy a unique wine journey presented to a small group of up to 20 people (approximately 45
Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. The Trolley takes you to the Eagle 1 to enjoy an hour long boat ride where you will get to spy the Waterfowl of the Illinois River. The trolley will return you to the Lodge. Reservations
Each day of the week will be a different class, take one or all of them! Morning Session will be from 9AM until 11AM Afternoon Session will be 1PM-3PM. On Saturday we will put the art made from all of the classes on display in the gallery
Take a swing into the future with AI Night at the ballpark! Join us as we discover the incredible possibilities of artificial intelligence as we ponder its impact on baseball and beyond.
Get ready for a day of play at Day Camp Day in the ballpark round two! Join us for a day of outdoor fun, games, and baseball excitement as we create memories that will last long after the final pitch!
Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout
Happy Hour is every Wednesday from 4PM to 6PM. Enjoy $6 pours!
Camp Aramoni is the place to be on Wednesday nights! At Wednesday Night Live, you can enjoy our fast casual menu of appetizers, salads, pizzas, handhelds and desserts, all paired with live music and drinks from 5 to 8 PM. Our live music schedule features all the
Mopars Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Downtown Lemont viewing cars that take you back in time and make you dream of
"Prayers to Mother Nature - In Small Places" is an amalgamation of two concepts. On their own they have little to nothing in common. Art however is great at fusing unrelated ideas. View the work of photographer, Hank Erdmann.
Have you ever watched wildlife and been amazed at their adaptations? Join a naturalist and test your abilities against a variety of animal adaptations as we compete in our Animal Olympics. Can you run as fast as a coyote or hold your breath as long as a
It's time to get your lures and line ready for the Kid's Fishing Rodeo as part of the Ottawa Friendship Days. Bring a fishing pole and your patience! Prizes & Fun!
Thursday, August 1- Fantasy Amusement Carnival, Northpoint, 5-11pm Craft Vendors and Food Vendors, 5-11:30p Beer tent, 5:30-11:30pm VIP Gates open at 5pm Opening Ceremonies at 6:45pm Music On Stage, Northpoint starting at 7pm 7pm - 3 Years Hollow 8:30pm - Blacktop Mojo Friday, August 2 -
There is a big, beautiful world of bugs, and we are going to learn all about it! Junior naturalists will learn the difference between insects, bugs, arachnids and arthropods and their roles as local pollinators, decomposers, flyers and crawlers. Participants will make a craft, play a game,
Light on the narration, heavy on the ambience and views, our guests will enjoy the beautiful sights of the Illinois River Valley and learn a thing or two along the way.