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SUMMARY:Annual Spring I&M Canal Trail Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Annual Spring Clean-Up \n\n\nClaim Your Section Of The Canal Trails! \nThe Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail is 62 miles from Rockdale (Joliet) to LaSalle and is a popular recreational trail utilized by hikers\, bikers\, and joggers. After the long winter\, debris and litter descend upon the trail and banks of the canal\, and\, as an advocate for the I&M Canal National Heritage Area\, we organize clean-ups to beautify the surroundings. \nOur annual I&M Canal Spring Clean-Up is held the third week of April around Earth Day. To participate: \n\nGrab your friends\, family\, co-workers\, etc. and form a group.\nChoose a date that works best for you\nEmail Mara Moore at programs@iandmcanal.org to coordinate with her on claiming a section of the canal to clean.\nThen come on out and clean the canal!\n\nWe start taking reservations at the beginning of the year and until we run out of sections. \n\n\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/annual-spring-clean-up/
LOCATION:I&M Canal State Trail\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T183000
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SUMMARY:Reception to Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal
DESCRIPTION:Join the Canal Corridor Association in celebrating the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. \nLet’s all raise a glass to a job well done! Join the Canal Corridor Association and your colleagues throughout the National Heritage Area in celebrating the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal on Thursday\, April 18\, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM at Heritage Bluffs Golf Club 24355 W. Bluff Rd.\, Channahon\, IL. 60410 \nPlus\, Abraham Lincoln will be in attendance as a special guest! \nDoors open at 4 PM. $30 ticket includes appetizers and refreshments. Purchase your tickets here >
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/reception-to-celebrate-the-commencement-of-the-175th-anniversary-of-the-im-canal/
LOCATION:Heritage Bluffs Golf Club\, 24355 W. Bluff Rd.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T160000
DTSTAMP:20240410T053908Z
CREATED:20240214T190208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T053908Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Abraham Lincoln for the Closing of the I&M Canal's 175th Anniversary!
DESCRIPTION:Please join Abe Lincoln and the Canal Corridor Association as they celebrate the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. \nHear “Abraham Lincoln” extol the virtues of the I&M Canal and tell the stories that led to its creation. Mr. Lincoln (Kevin Woods) was a huge hit at the opening of the yearlong celebration of the 175th Anniversary Celebration\, so we’re excited to have him back to bring the history of our region alive through his engaging retellings. \nThis FREE\, 30-minute outdoor program will take place at two locations. \nApril 18\, 2024 at 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm \nChannahon\nChannahon Village Hall\n24555 S Navajo Drive\nChannahon\, IL 60410 \nIn case of rain\, the events will be in the Channahon Village Hall. \nRSVP for this FREE Event here >
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/president-abe-lincoln-talk-to-celebrate-the-commencement-of-the-175th-anniversary-of-the-im-canal-channahon/
LOCATION:Channahon Village Hall\, 24555 S Navajo Drive\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T143000
DTSTAMP:20240410T053815Z
CREATED:20240214T185523Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Abraham Lincoln for the Closing of the I&M Canal's 175th Anniversary!
DESCRIPTION:Please join Abe Lincoln and the Canal Corridor Association as they celebrate the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. \nHear “Abraham Lincoln” extol the virtues of the I&M Canal and tell the stories that led to its creation. Mr. Lincoln (Kevin Woods) was a huge hit at the opening of the yearlong celebration of the 175th Anniversary Celebration\, so we’re excited to have him back to bring the history of our region alive through his engaging retellings. \nThis FREE\, 30-minute outdoor program will take place at two locations. \nApril 18 • 2 PM – 2:30 PM \nLemont\nGeneral Fry’s Landing\n310 Front Street\nLemont\, IL 60439 \nIn case of rain\, the events will be in the Lemont Village Hall. \nRSVP for this FREE Event here >
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/president-abe-lincoln-talk-to-celebrate-the-commencement-of-the-175th-anniversary-of-the-im-canal/
LOCATION:General Fry’s Landing\, 310 Front St.\, Lemont\, 60439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231108T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231108T183000
DTSTAMP:20230921T202241Z
CREATED:20230712T015958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T202241Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Canal Alliance Congress
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\,  November 8th\, 2023 \nCanal Alliance Congress is back at the Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon\, but with a different schedule – half-day planning for the second half of the 175th Anniversary of the Canal\, and then time to celebrate all the great events\, activities\, and collaborations from the first half of the year-long anniversary! Doors open at 11:30 AM\, lunch is at noon\, then highlights of the year to date and working sessions followed by Happy Hour to celebrate everyone’s collaborations and contributions\, so far. \n  \nSchedule:\n10:30 AM: Tour (Optional)\n11:30 AM: Doors Open\nNoon: Lunch\n1:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Working Sessions\n4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Cocktails \n$39 Non Profit Registration\n$49 All Others \nSIGN UP HERE!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/2023-canal-alliance-congress/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T140000
DTSTAMP:20230502T193550Z
CREATED:20230224T222920Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231029T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231029T153000
DTSTAMP:20231011T205411Z
CREATED:20230604T022527Z
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SUMMARY:Ride Our 1840s-Replica\, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered\, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. \nYour 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\nADMISSION PRICES\nAdults – $20\nSeniors (62 & over) – $17\nChildren (4-16) – $9\nChildren under 3 – Free\nFamily Pack (2 Adults & 2 Children) – $49 \nPurchase tickets here > \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatch the boat at I&M Canal State Trail – Lock 14 Access\, LaSalle IL. It’s near our I&M Canal Visitor Center and Lock 16 Café and Gift Shop (754 First Street)\, so pop in if you have questions\, need to use the restrooms before you embark or are looking for a tasty bite or beverage. \n\n\n\nThe boat typically runs three times a day from late May through October Fridays through Sundays\, Wednesdays and a handful of other days. If you’re looking for a particular date and don’t see it in our events section\, click through to our Ticket Purchase page and check the calendar. It’s possible dates were adding there but not in our Events Calendar.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ride-the-canal-boat/2023-10-29/
LOCATION:Lock 14 Access\, Canal Rd &\, IL-351\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231022T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231022T153000
DTSTAMP:20231011T210242Z
CREATED:20230928T025641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T210242Z
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SUMMARY:Scary Stories on "The Volunteer"
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 22nd: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM \nCome and take a spine-tingling journey aboard “The Volunteer” and listen to ghostly legends of our haunted canal towns. Are you brave enough to venture into the unknown? This exclusive tour welcomes guest storytellers\, Gary & Susan Roy\, as they share their “Scary Stories.” \nRecommended for ages 10 and up.  \nGET TICKETS NOW! \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/scary-stories-on-the-volunteer/
LOCATION:Lock 14 Access\, Canal Rd &\, IL-351\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T143000
DTSTAMP:20230908T225853Z
CREATED:20230224T215252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T225853Z
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SUMMARY:"Down in the Mine: American Coal Miners and Their Songs\, 1890-1960" Presentation
DESCRIPTION:  \nHop aboard the I&M Canal Boat for an afternoon of music and history! The Canal Corridor Association is hosting a FREE Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau presentation entitled “Down in the Mine: American Coal Miners and Their Songs\, 1890-1960” by Bucky Halker. \nCoal miners in Illinois and the rest of the US have a long tradition of writing poetry and music related to their occupation. This program brings that tradition to the forefront through the combination of music performance (guitar and vocal) and spoken commentary\, placing this important folk tradition in a broader historical context and offers details on coal mining\, coal-miner bards and songwriters\, early country music\, and individual songs. \nBucky Halker is a songwriter\, performer\, and historian with 15 albums\, including Anywhere But Utah: Songs of Joe Hill (2015)\, a musical tribute to martyred labor songwriter Joe Hill (1879-1915)\, and The Ghost of Woody Guthrie (2012)\, an original music tribute to the legendary folksinger. \n  \nRegister Now \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 Bucky Halker and his presentation at https://www.ilhumanities.org/bucky-halker/
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/down-in-the-mine-american-coal-miners-and-their-songs-1890-1960-presentation/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Cafe\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230718T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230718T200000
DTSTAMP:20230702T215005Z
CREATED:20230627T031121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T215005Z
UID:10001246-1689705000-1689710400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Patricia Camalliere Book Discussion Series - "Mystery at Sag Bridge"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Canal Corridor Association and St. James at Sag Bridge Church in reading and discussing “Mystery at Sag Bridge” by Patricia Camalliere. The evening will begin with a tour of St. James at Sag Bridge Mission and Cemetery (10600 S. Archer\, Lemont)\, followed by a discussion of the author’s book\, and light refreshments in Sag Hall.  All are welcome to this free event\, but please register by July 15th. To register\, call Susan Roy at (630)888-5259\, or email Susanroy5753@gmail.com.\nBooks may be purchased at Smokey Row Antique Shop\, 112 Stephen Street in Lemont and at Lock 16 Visitor’s Center & Gift Shop\, 754 First St.\, LaSalle\, IL. All the author’s books will be available for signing and purchase that evening\, or bring your books for Patricia to sign.\n  \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/patricia-camalliere-book-discussion-series-mystery-at-sag-bridge/
LOCATION:St. James at Sag Bridge\, 10600 Archer Avenue\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230701T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230701T160000
DTSTAMP:20230621T032705Z
CREATED:20230621T032532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T032705Z
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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:20230614T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T200000
DTSTAMP:20230614T032841Z
CREATED:20230608T031104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T032841Z
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SUMMARY:"Miracle on Assisi Hill" Book Signing by Author Patricia Camilliere
DESCRIPTION:Meet local author Pat Camalliere!  Join us at our new space at 315 Illinois Street for a book signing for her new novel: The Miracle at Assisi Hill!  Books will be available for purchase. \nAmateur historian and writer Cora Tozzi embeds herself in a convent in her hometown of LEMONT to coauthor a book about the history of the order. While dealing with her own feelings toward love\, mortality and faith\, she soon finds herself in the middle of a desperate search to solve a mystery from the past that could impact a local nun’s path to sainthood.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/miracle-on-assisi-hill-book-signing-by-author-patricia-camilliere/
LOCATION:Canal Corridor Association Lemont Office\, 315 Illinoios St.\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230610T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230610T160000
DTSTAMP:20230602T011317Z
CREATED:20230525T025148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T011317Z
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SUMMARY:Canal Corridor Association Lemont Anniversary Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating the Lemont Anniversary! Junior Ranger Day\, view Edward Ranney Photos of the I&M Canal\, Lincoln and the I&M Canal Exhibit\, as well as refreshments\, 175th Anniversary literature and merchandise\, drawing for Mule Pulled Boat Ride for a family of four!
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/canal-corridor-association-opening-reception-for-lemont-office/
LOCATION:Canal Corridor Association Lemont Office\, 315 Illinoios St.\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T140000
DTSTAMP:20230506T014415Z
CREATED:20230224T192419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230506T014415Z
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SUMMARY:“Forgottonia\, An Intimate Portrait of Rural Illinois”
DESCRIPTION:The whole family will enjoy this FREE performance at the Lock 16 Visitor Center! The Canal Corridor Association will host an Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau presentation entitled “Forgottonia\, An Intimate Portrait of Rural Illinois” by Chris Vallillo. \nDon’t miss Chris Vallillo as he performs his new one man show\, “Forgottonia\,” featuring music he wrote over the last 35 years about Western Illinois based on his experiences as a folklorist and songwriter in rural Illinois. The show combines music\, storytelling\, and historically accurate narratives in a solo performance. Vallillo has spent the past 35 years documenting and preserving the heritage of Western Illinois: the land lovingly called Forgottonia. \nChris Vallillo is an award-winning rural singer/songwriter\, folk musician and folklorist with a natural affinity for American roots music. A master of bottleneck slide guitar\, he weaves original\, contemporary\, and traditional songs into a compelling and entertaining portrait of the history and lifestyle of the Midwest. In the mid 1980s he was involved in documenting the last of the “pre-radio” generation of rural musicians in Illinois. \n  \nRegister Now \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. \nYou can find more information on Chris Vallillo and his presentation at https://www.ilhumanities.org/chris-vallillo/
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/forgottonia-an-intimate-portrait-of-rural-illinois-presentation/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Cafe\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191213T160000
DTSTAMP:20190130T002305Z
CREATED:20190130T002305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T002305Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Why not treat yourself to a relaxing Christmas themed Afternoon Tea experience? \n \nLocated 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. \nA short story will put you in the Christmas spirit! \nReservation Required\n$24.95 per-person\nCall (815)223-1851 for more information
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/christmas-afternoon-tea-2/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T110000
DTSTAMP:20190909T173503Z
CREATED:20190909T173503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T173503Z
UID:10000022-1575705600-1575716400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast with Santa
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! All children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa. Bring your camera to capture the memories.\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\, Scrambled Eggs\, Fruit and Beverages.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/breakfast-with-santa-2/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lock 16
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T203000
DTSTAMP:20190905T174122Z
CREATED:20190905T174122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T174122Z
UID:10000021-1573754400-1573763400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Lockport Dinner Lecture: Pullman: 125 Years After the Strike
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday November 14th 2019\, 6pm – 8:30pm\,\nfor an entertaining evening at the beautiful\, historic Public Landing Restaurant in Lockport\, IL\, with National Park Ranger Sue Bennett and her presentation Pullman: 125 Years After the Strike.\n\nThe local Pullman strike in the summer of 1894 was embraced by the newly formed American Railway Union\, and became a national boycott that crippled commerce and transportation. What lingering lessons still impact the main players (business\, workers\, regulators and media) today?  Join us for conversation about what happened to the town of Pullman\, it’s workers and the company. Hear an update on the most recent progress in the development of Pullman National Monument.\n\nHosted by the Canal Corridor Association and Pullman National Monument\, this dinner lecture series provides an opportunity to introduce participants to local and regional history topics during a relaxed and enjoyable evening.\n\nBuffet Dinner: Roasted Free Range Turkey\, Herb Roasted Pork Loin\, 3 Cheese Tortellini\, decaf coffee station\, mixed greens salad\, pretzel rolls\, chefs fresh vegetable & garlic Mashed Potatoes. Dessert will be ice cream\n\n\nTimes: Cocktails: 6:00pm\nDinner: 6:30pm\nLecture: 7:20pm\nLocation: Public Landing Restaurant\n200 W 8th St\, Lockport\, IL 60441\n\nMember: $30\nNon-Member: $35\nLecture Only: $8
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/lockport-dinner-lecture-pullman-125-years-after-the-strike/
LOCATION:Gaylord Building\, Lockport\, 200 W. 8th Street\, Lockport\, IL\, 60441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T200000
DTSTAMP:20190129T230108Z
CREATED:20190129T230108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T230108Z
UID:10000088-1551981600-1551988800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Dinner Lecture: Casting a Historic Vote: Suffrage in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an unforgettable evening at the beautiful\, historic Public Landing Restaurant with presenter Jeanne Schultz Angel and her presentation “Casting a Historic Vote: Suffrage in Illinois”.\n\n\n\n\nPrior to 1920\, women were denied the vote in the majority of elections in the United States. The struggle for enfranchisement began with the birth of our nation and was strategized differently in our local\, state\, and federal elections. Despite what people today believe to be a straightforward goal\, the path to women’s suffrage was infused with sexism and racism and triggered a fear of feminism whose roots are still seen today. While wealthy women advocates played a vital role in the suffrage movement\, they were not the only ones seeking enfranchisement. From attorney Ellen Martin\, the first woman to vote in Illinois\, to Ida B. Wells\, a woman who did not let racism stop her voice\, women’s suffrage has been a battle hard fought by a diverse group of activists in Illinois.\n\n\n \n\n\nCocktails begin at 6:00pm\, followed by a delicious buffet style dinner at 6:30pm. The dinner lecture begins at 7:30pm. \n\n\nHosted by the Canal Corridor Association and The Gaylord Building\, this dinner lecture series provides an opportunity to introduce participants to local and regional history topics during a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Reservations required for all events.\n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information call (815)220-1848×1838
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/dinner-lecture-casting-a-historic-vote-suffrage-in-illinois/
LOCATION:Public Landing Restaurant\, 200 W 8th St\, Lockport\, IL 60441\, Lockport\, 60441\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T160000
DTSTAMP:20181101T213449Z
CREATED:20181101T213449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T213449Z
UID:10000085-1549980000-1549987200@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T130000
DTSTAMP:20181211T190111Z
CREATED:20181211T190111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T190111Z
UID:10000086-1544871600-1544878800@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T160000
DTSTAMP:20180117T201036Z
CREATED:20180117T201036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T201036Z
UID:10000081-1544104800-1544198400@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T110000
DTSTAMP:20171102T171235Z
CREATED:20171102T171235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171102T171235Z
UID:10000077-1543651200-1543662000@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181117T140000
DTSTAMP:20181031T191135Z
CREATED:20181031T191135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T191135Z
UID:10000084-1542456000-1542463200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Passage to Chicago Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on Saturday November 17th 2018\, 12:00pm – 2:00pm at the Lock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center for a book signing with author & illustrator Tom Willcockson for his award winning book Passage to Chicago: A Journey on the Illinois & Michigan Canal in the Year 1860.\n \n\n\nTom Willcockson’s book\, Passage to Chicago takes the reader on a special journey by giving them an in-depth\, illustrated look at life on a fictional canal boat\, the Prairie Star\, as it travels to Chicago just before the Civil War. You will experience the daily lives of those who lived and worked on the canal boats\, as well as the towns through with they traveled. Hop on board with the canalers\, mule boys\, the lock tenders\, and their families\, miners\, quarrymen\, shopkeepers\, and others\, to witness their world of more than 150 years ago.\n  \nAuthor Tom Willcockson obtained a history degree from Carleton College. Willcockson has worked for Chicago’s Newberry Library where he has developed his illustration and cartographic skills. He currently operates Mapcraft Custom cartography.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/passage-to-chicago-book-signing/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lock 16
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T200000
DTSTAMP:20180828T205053Z
CREATED:20180828T205053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T205053Z
UID:10000083-1542218400-1542225600@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T140000
DTSTAMP:20180117T222338Z
CREATED:20180117T222338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T222338Z
UID:10000011-1519473600-1519480800@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T163000
DTSTAMP:20171206T225144Z
CREATED:20171206T225144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171206T225144Z
UID:10000079-1519201800-1519230600@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T160000
DTSTAMP:20180117T191224Z
CREATED:20180117T191224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T191224Z
UID:10000041-1518098400-1518105600@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180121T143000
DTSTAMP:20171009T182107Z
CREATED:20171009T182107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171009T182107Z
UID:10000074-1516539600-1516545000@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T130000
DTSTAMP:20171211T174103Z
CREATED:20171211T174103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171211T174103Z
UID:10000080-1514026800-1514034000@iandmcanal.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171216T150000
DTSTAMP:20171205T170229Z
CREATED:20171205T170229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171205T170229Z
UID:10000078-1513429200-1513436400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Book Signing with Author Carole Ledbetter!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin the us on Saturday December 16th 1:00pm – 3:00pm for a book signing with local author Carole Ledbetter and her book Carole’s Column’s at the Lock 16 Café & Visitor Center\, 754 First Street LaSalle\, IL. \n\nIn her recently published book\, Carole’s Columns\, Carole Ledbetter shares her perspectives on growing up and growing older in the Midwestern town of Ottawa\, Illinois. Carole’s book is a compilation of newspaper columns originally published by The Times newspaper in Ottawa\, IL. Carole writes about community\, connectedness\, and shared memories\, including interviews with local residents\, seasonal emphases\, and perspectives on faith\, family\, and friendship. \n\nCarole Ledbetter is also the author of a previous book\, Who Am I Now? Growing Through Life’s Changing Seasons\, published in 2007 by Pleasant Word\, a division of WinePress\, and republished in 2014 by Redemption Press. She hopes to provide fresh perspectives on faith\, family\, friendship and community by sharing memories from the past and views on today’s world. Carole has also been published in The Standard\, BGC Today\, Illinois Valley Community College\, River Currents\, and The Times\, Ottawa\, IL. \n\nBooks are available for purchase in the Lock 16 Visitor Center’s Gift Shop. \nFor more information call (815)220-1848 x 1836 or visit the Lock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center. 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/book-signing-with-author-carole-ledbetter/
LOCATION:Lock 16 Visitor Center\, 754 First Street\, LaSalle\, IL\, 61301\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lock 16
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