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  Welcome To Utica----The Gateway To Starved Rock
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Date(s): 1/1/2010 - 12/31/2010
Address: Utica & The Illinois Valley Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Village Of Utica
815-667-4111
village@utica-il.gov
Description:


For further information click on TOURISM INFO on the left. 
F
or our EVENT CALENDAR...just scroll down.
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Also visit the
Utica Special Events Committee Web-Site
for videos Of Utica, attractions,
lodging & shops

To view the videos click on the link below...
www.visitutica-il.com

The Special Events Committee is an independant organization consisting of volunteer workers who help promote Utica, it's businesses, & events  in order to encourage tourism to Utica.
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For LaSalle County Tourism Information Visit....
www.enjoylasallecounty.com

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Plus....
Starved Rock State Park brings you...


Starved Rock State Park Attraction Videos


To view the videos, click on the link below....

www.starvedrockstatepark.org/index.cfm?pageID=338


  Art In The Park-Woodcarvings
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Date(s): 1/2/2010 - 12/31/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext.386
Description:



Photos by Kathy Casstevens

"Art in the Park"
Masterful Chainsaw Carvings

24/7-365: throughout the year

A FREE art exhibit in nature. Pick up an "Art in the Park" brochure at the registration desk of the Lodge Lobby or in the brochure rack of the Great Hall and set out on a journey of discovery. 30 masterful chainsaw carvings representing wildlife, Native American subjects and even Abe Lincoln can be found throughout the Lodge grounds. Many of the outdoor carvings were created from IDNR-approved trees on site.

Make a game of it with your kids, your friends, or your colleagues or use the opportunity as a teaching tool for your students.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 7/29/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Explore The Bookstore
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Date(s): 7/29/2010
Address: 723 S. Clark St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Finnegan's Bookstore
815-691-8023
finnegansbooks@aol.com
Description:



         
Visit out site at: www.finnegansbook.com

  Finnegan's End Of July Events
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Date(s): 7/29/2010
Address: 723 S. Clark St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Finnegan's Bookstore
815-691-8023
Description:



  Follies Theatre 2010 Season Schedule Of Shows
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 12/31/2010
Address: Follies Theatre---122 Mill St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Follies Theatre
815-667-7008
info@folliestheatre.com
Description:


For Prices, Show Times, Box Office Hours
 & Additional Information
Call 815-667-7008
Or
Visit Our Web-Site At...
www.folliestheatre.com

  Follies Theatre---Hot Country Nights
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 8/29/2010
Address: 122 Mill Street
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Follies Theatre
815-667-7008
Description:



  Grand Bear Grizzly Jack's Resort Sizzling Summer Specials
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 8/19/2010
Address: ILL Rt 178
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Grand Bear Grizzly Jack's Resort
866-399-3866
Description:


    
   

  LaSalle Canal Boat Tours
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 11/6/2010
Address: I&M Canal Lock 14 & Lock 16 Visitors Center
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Lock 16 Visitors Center
815-223-1851
Description:

Step back in time, ride the LaSalle Canal Boat



Tours are offered........
Tuesday thru Saturday:
10:30am, 1pm, & 2:30pm
Thru November 6, 2010

Call 815-220-1848 to make your reservations.


 

Join us for the 2010 season of the Illinois & Michigan Canal –
the historical waterway that linked New York Harbor with New Orleans.  Larry and Moe, our mules will be back to work with rides pulling the 1848 replica boat.
 

Come visit the Lock 16 Café inside the visitor center with an expanded menu to include Chocolate mule muffins,
Canal Digger’s soup, and icy Muddy Canal drinks.

 

For the 2010 season the LaSalle Canal Boat ride prices will be:

Adults $13, Seniors $11, Children $7, Under 3 Free. 

Call 815-220-1848 for reservations and group rates.
 

The Lock 16 Visitors Center will be open Monday – Saturday
8 am  to 5 pm with extended hours on Tuesday and Thursday
until 8 pm.  Sunday hours noon to 4 pm.

 

Canal Corridor Association, a non-profit manages the
Lock 16 Visitor Center and owns the LaSalle CB.  Its mission is
to preserve history, protect nature and open space, and create
destinations where people can learn and have fun along the I&M
Canal, from Chicago to LaSalle/Peru. CCA
  

More information can be found at 
www.lasallecanalboat.org.

  Ride To The Rock Harley Giveaway
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 8/29/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext.386 or 322
Description:

Ride to the Rock
Harley Giveaway

 
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win a Harley! 
We will begin qualifying
people to win on May 2nd. 
This giveaway is sponsored by Starved Rock Lodge,
Euclid Beverage,
MillerCoors, and Wiebs’ Roadhouse Harley Davidson.
Qualifying will take place throughout the summer at area businesses. 
Giveaway date is August 29th
on the Back Door Lounge’s Veranda at Starved Rock Lodge. 

For more information, call 815-667-4211 ext. 386 or 322.


  Starved Rock Investigators Club
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Date(s): 7/29/2010 - 10/31/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock State Park Lodge
815-220-7368
Description:



  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 7/29/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 7/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Grand Bear Grizzly Jack's Beat The Heat Weekend Specials
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Date(s): 7/30/2010 - 8/28/2010
Address: ILL Rt 178
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Grand Bear Grizzly Jack's Resort
866-399-3866
Description:
  Pork Chop Dinner---Utica Knights Of Columbus
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Date(s): 7/30/2010
Address: K of C Hall---500 Hitt St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica K of C
815-667-4745
Description:

  Veranda Parties Schedule At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 7/30/2010 - 9/25/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:




Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday & Saturday night
from June 4th thru September 25th


 

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Veranda Party At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 7/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:

Veranda Party
at the
Back Door Lounge

Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday night from June 4th thru August 27th

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 7/31/2010
Address: Starved Rock /Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 8/1/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Colgate Country Showdown
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Date(s): 8/3/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext.386
Description:



June 22, 2010 through August 3rd
Beginning on June 22, 2010,  and for every Tuesday
for the next 7 weeks concluding on August 3rd.

Grill opens at 5:00 p.m.
Talented country music singers will compete for the
title of Colgate County Showdown winner and win $1000!
The winner will advance to regional finals and have a chance
to compete in Nashville, where Country Music Stars are Made!

The deadline for contest entries is May 31, 2010.
Registration forms will be available at the
WALS 102 website ( www.wals102.com ) in March 2010.

  Senior Days At Utica Township
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Date(s): 8/3/2010
Address: Utica Township Community Bldg.---200 Church St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Township

Description:

  I & M Canal Planning Meetings
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Date(s): 8/4/2010 - 8/5/2010
Address: Lemont Vlg Hall & Ottawa City Hall
,IL 
Contact Info: Canal Corridor Assoc.
815-223-1851
Description:
 

Influence the Future of Your Community

 

The Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor is at a crucial point.  We’re in the midst of creating a comprehensive plan for the entire corridor!

 

Help us determine how $10 million of federal money may be spent along the canal.  The Canal Corridor Association invites you to attend the next public workshops on August 4th and 5th.

 

Please join us on either or both days and have your ideas be heard.

 

 

 

Wednesday August 4, 2010    7-9 PM

 

                  Lemont Village Hall

418 Main Street

Lemont, IL. 60439

 

Thursday August 5, 2010      7-9 PM

 

Ottawa City Hall

301 W. Madison Street

Ottawa, IL 61350

  Wind Down Wednesdays On The Veranda
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Date(s): 8/4/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:


Join us on the Veranda for
"Wind Down Wednesday".

This first-time event will be on the first Wednesday
of the month (June 2, July 7 and August 4)
during the summer.

"Tommy & the Nitecaps" will bring their cool jazz,
rhythm & blues sounds to the Lodge's
great-view-venue from 6 to 8 pm
with wine tasting and light appetizers.

No cost!...No cover!

  Buddhist Classes At The Mansion
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Date(s): 8/5/2010
Address: Hegeler Carius Mansion---1307 7th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5891
Description:

Buddhist Classes
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On the first and third Thursday of each month, the Hegeler Carus Foundation will feature classes taught by Buddhist priest, Diane Martin. 

The lessons will feature readings and discussion of the classics of
Buddhist literature.  In staying close to the teachings of D.T. Suzuki,
classes will focus on his translations of the lectures of his teacher,
Shaku Soyen, gathered into a book known as
Sermons of
a Buddhist Abbot
.  Shaku Soyen was the Zen teacher who came
to the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions and later met with
Dr. Paul Carus at the family home in La Salle . 

It was Soyen who sent his best student, D.T. Suzuki, to La Salle
to work for the Open Court Publishing Co. The "sermons" text
will serve as a reference book and give a sense of where
D.T. Suzuki came from in his training. 

 

Further readings will include the Heart Sutra. 
The Heart of Perfect Wisdom Sutra or
Heart Sutra (or Essence of Wisdom Sutra)
is a well-known Mahayana Buddhist sutra that is
very popular among Buddhists both for its brevity
and depth of meaning.

  Buddhist writer and translator Bill Porter, whose book could
form the basis of the study, calls the Heart Sutra the best
known  and most popular of all Buddhist scriptures
B
ecause Buddhism itself is an experiential religion based
on the two fundamental practices of meditation and mindfulness,
there will be a 20 minute zazen period before book study.

  Zen is a training base flowing with and aiming at Awakening.
  D.T. Suzuki himself was trained in formal Zen with its
primary methods of meditation and mindfulness, penetrating
insight and removal of obstructions and hindrances. 
Out of respect, the class will proceed in the same manner.

 

Classes begin at 6:00 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/5/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock LOdge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 8/5/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 8/6/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Veranda Party At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 8/6/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:

Veranda Party
at the
Back Door Lounge

Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday night from June 4th thru August 27th

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/7/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 8/8/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Science, Belief And Experience In Evangelical World Of John Wesley
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Date(s): 8/8/2010
Address: Hegeler Carus Mansion---1307 7th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5895
Description:

Second Sunday Lecture
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On Sunday, 8 August, 4:00 pm the Second Sundays lecture will be Science, Belief, and Experience in the Evangelical World of
John Wesley, presented by Sam Rogal
.

Rogal is the Chair Emeritus of the Division of Humanities and
Fine Arts at Illinois Valley Community College .

The presentation will focus on John Wesley’s reactions to the
treatment of scientific phenomena relating to his beliefs
and experiences.

 

The Mansion is located at 1307 Seventh Street , La Salle , IL 61301 .

The event will begin promptly at 4 pm.  A reception follows the lecture.
  Second Sundays lectures are free to the public, but donations are
always gratefully accepted.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Legacy Girls Musical Tribute To The Andrew Sisters
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Date(s): 8/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Great Hall
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext. 386
Description:


 
Begin your trip back to the Boogie Woogie days of the
30s and 40s with a home-style lunch buffet in the
Great Hall of Starved Rock Lodge.

The vocal trio "The Legacy Girls" will entertain you
with 3-part harmonies, costumes and synchronized dances
that are true to the Andrews Sisters' style.

The Legacy Girls are dedicated to bringing the songs of
the past back to life. Each show is so much more than
a musical experience, it's a unique journey back in time.

$30.00 per person
Time: 11:30am to 2:45pm 
For tickets, please call 815-667-4211, Extension 386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/12/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 8/12/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 8/13/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Veranda Party At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 8/13/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:

Veranda Party
at the
Back Door Lounge

Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday night from June 4th thru August 27th

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/14/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 8/15/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/16/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/16/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Tribute To The Stars---Neil Diamond
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Date(s): 8/16/2010 - 8/17/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Great Hall
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext. 386
Description:

Tribute To The Stars
"Neil Diamond"



Neil Diamond (Played by Denny Diamond)
Matinee 11:30-2:45p.m.
$30.00 per person

Denny Diamond is not a Neil Diamond impersonator,
but rather a stylist or tribute artist. Denny is also a
talented, original songwriter and most recently penned
a beautiful, original ballad “Sentimental Nights.

Start with a delicious Homestyle Lunch Buffet in the
Great Hall of the Starved Rock Lodge and then relax
and enjoy the show. 

For tickets call 815-667-4211 ext. 386

  Buddhist Classes At The Mansion
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Date(s): 8/19/2010
Address: Hegeler Carus Mansion---1307 7th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5891
Description:

Buddhist Classes
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On the first and third Thursday of each month, the Hegeler Carus Foundation will feature classes taught by Buddhist priest, Diane Martin. 

The lessons will feature readings and discussion of the classics of
Buddhist literature.  In staying close to the teachings of D.T. Suzuki,
classes will focus on his translations of the lectures of his teacher,
Shaku Soyen, gathered into a book known as
Sermons of
a Buddhist Abbot
.  Shaku Soyen was the Zen teacher who came
to the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions and later met with
Dr. Paul Carus at the family home in La Salle . 

It was Soyen who sent his best student, D.T. Suzuki, to La Salle
to work for the Open Court Publishing Co. The "sermons" text
will serve as a reference book and give a sense of where
D.T. Suzuki came from in his training. 

 

Further readings will include the Heart Sutra. 
The Heart of Perfect Wisdom Sutra or
Heart Sutra (or Essence of Wisdom Sutra)
is a well-known Mahayana Buddhist sutra that is
very popular among Buddhists both for its brevity
and depth of meaning.

  Buddhist writer and translator Bill Porter, whose book could
form the basis of the study, calls the Heart Sutra the best
known  and most popular of all Buddhist scriptures
B
ecause Buddhism itself is an experiential religion based
on the two fundamental practices of meditation and mindfulness,
there will be a 20 minute zazen period before book study.

  Zen is a training base flowing with and aiming at Awakening.
  D.T. Suzuki himself was trained in formal Zen with its
primary methods of meditation and mindfulness, penetrating
insight and removal of obstructions and hindrances. 
Out of respect, the class will proceed in the same manner.

 

Classes begin at 6:00 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/19/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 8/19/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 8/20/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Chicken And Spaghetti Dinner---Utica Knights Of Columbus
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Date(s): 8/20/2010
Address: K of C Hall---500 Hitt St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica K of C
815-667-4745
Description:

  Veranda Party At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 8/20/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:

Veranda Party
at the
Back Door Lounge

Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday night from June 4th thru August 27th

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/21/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Movie In The Park---Waltham PTCC
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Date(s): 8/21/2010
Address: Carey Memorial Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Waltham PTCC

Description:

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 8/22/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Hummingbird Workshop
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Date(s): 8/22/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock State Park Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Hummingbird Workshop
at the
Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center

See the Hummingbird Garden at the
Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center


and enjoy seeing these amazing birds
as they hover before your eyes!

 

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/23/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/23/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/26/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 8/26/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 8/27/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Veranda Part At The Back Door Lounge
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Date(s): 8/27/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Back Door Lounge Veranda
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211
Description:

Veranda Party
at the
Back Door Lounge

Join us for a great time on the Veranda.

Every Friday night from June 4th thru August 27th

For more information & time call 815-667-4211

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/28/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Taste Of Utica
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Date(s): 8/28/2010
Address: Downtown Utica
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Bar Assoc.

Description:

"Taste of Utica"

Enjoy the best food
in the Illinois Valley Area


Downtown Utica

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 8/29/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 8/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 8/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Buddhist Classes At The Mansion
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Date(s): 9/2/2010
Address: Hegeler Carus Mansion---1307 7th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5891
Description:

Buddhist Classes
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On the first and third Thursday of each month, the Hegeler Carus Foundation will feature classes taught by Buddhist priest, Diane Martin. 

The lessons will feature readings and discussion of the classics of
Buddhist literature.  In staying close to the teachings of D.T. Suzuki,
classes will focus on his translations of the lectures of his teacher,
Shaku Soyen, gathered into a book known as
Sermons of
a Buddhist Abbot
.  Shaku Soyen was the Zen teacher who came
to the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions and later met with
Dr. Paul Carus at the family home in La Salle . 

It was Soyen who sent his best student, D.T. Suzuki, to La Salle
to work for the Open Court Publishing Co. The "sermons" text
will serve as a reference book and give a sense of where
D.T. Suzuki came from in his training. 

 

Further readings will include the Heart Sutra. 
The Heart of Perfect Wisdom Sutra or
Heart Sutra (or Essence of Wisdom Sutra)
is a well-known Mahayana Buddhist sutra that is
very popular among Buddhists both for its brevity
and depth of meaning.

  Buddhist writer and translator Bill Porter, whose book could
form the basis of the study, calls the Heart Sutra the best
known  and most popular of all Buddhist scriptures
B
ecause Buddhism itself is an experiential religion based
on the two fundamental practices of meditation and mindfulness,
there will be a 20 minute zazen period before book study.

  Zen is a training base flowing with and aiming at Awakening.
  D.T. Suzuki himself was trained in formal Zen with its
primary methods of meditation and mindfulness, penetrating
insight and removal of obstructions and hindrances. 
Out of respect, the class will proceed in the same manner.

 

Classes begin at 6:00 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 9/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-22-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 9/3/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/4/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 9/5/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/6/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/6/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Senior Days At Utica Township
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Date(s): 9/7/2010
Address: Utica Township Community Bldg.---200 Church St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Township

Description:

  Tribute To The Stars---Patsy Cline
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Date(s): 9/7/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Great Hall
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext. 386
Description:

Tribute to the Stars
"Patsy Cline"


Mary Pfeifer has a voice that will take you back to
the days of Patsy Cline. From Patsy’s first recordings
in 1955 to her last in 1963. She covers her famous hits
such as "Crazy" and "Walking After Midnight".

Mary recently performed the part of Patsy Cline in the
highly successful Engle Lane Theater production of
‘Always Patsy Cline’. 

Time: 5pm to 8:45pm
Price: $35.00 per person


For tickets call 815-667-4211 ext. 386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 9/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 9/10/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/11/2010 - 9/11/2011
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 9/12/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Operation Claus Motorcycle Parade And Toy Drive
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Date(s): 9/12/2010
Address: Parade Begins In Downtown Utica
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Ed Godwin
815-220-8236 or 815-210-5854
raodglide1010@sbcglobal.net
Description:



When: Sunday Sept 12, 2010
Where: Parade starts In Downtown Utica

The parade will begin at 1pm
(Staging of motorcycles will start at 11am)



  Paint The Rock Pink Fundraiser
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Date(s): 9/12/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park Lodge Backdoor Lounge
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

 

 

 

 

 


   
  

                                                          Hike for the Cure
                                                         from Noon to  2pm
                                                       $10 donation requested
                                                     A cool event for a great cause.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/13/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/13/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Buddhist Classes At The Mansion
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Date(s): 9/16/2010
Address: Hegeler Carus Mansion---1307 7th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5891
Description:

Buddhist Classes
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On the first and third Thursday of each month, the Hegeler Carus Foundation will feature classes taught by Buddhist priest, Diane Martin. 

The lessons will feature readings and discussion of the classics of
Buddhist literature.  In staying close to the teachings of D.T. Suzuki,
classes will focus on his translations of the lectures of his teacher,
Shaku Soyen, gathered into a book known as
Sermons of
a Buddhist Abbot
.  Shaku Soyen was the Zen teacher who came
to the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions and later met with
Dr. Paul Carus at the family home in La Salle . 

It was Soyen who sent his best student, D.T. Suzuki, to La Salle
to work for the Open Court Publishing Co. The "sermons" text
will serve as a reference book and give a sense of where
D.T. Suzuki came from in his training. 

 

Further readings will include the Heart Sutra. 
The Heart of Perfect Wisdom Sutra or
Heart Sutra (or Essence of Wisdom Sutra)
is a well-known Mahayana Buddhist sutra that is
very popular among Buddhists both for its brevity
and depth of meaning.

  Buddhist writer and translator Bill Porter, whose book could
form the basis of the study, calls the Heart Sutra the best
known  and most popular of all Buddhist scriptures
B
ecause Buddhism itself is an experiential religion based
on the two fundamental practices of meditation and mindfulness,
there will be a 20 minute zazen period before book study.

  Zen is a training base flowing with and aiming at Awakening.
  D.T. Suzuki himself was trained in formal Zen with its
primary methods of meditation and mindfulness, penetrating
insight and removal of obstructions and hindrances. 
Out of respect, the class will proceed in the same manner.

 

Classes begin at 6:00 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/16/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Legacy Girls---50's Show
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Date(s): 9/16/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Great Hall
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-667-4211 Ext. 386
Description:



Fabulous 50’s & 60’s Review
March 25th, May 24th, July 15th, September 16th
Time:11:45am to 2:45pm

Take a trip back to the 50’s & 60’s and get ready
to rock to the songs that shaped the decades!
From the Supremes to the Chordettes, and the
Beatles to Elvis Presley. The Legacy Girls will bring
their own sassy style to all your favorites.

Start with a delicious Homestyle Lunch Buffet in
the Great Hall of the Starved Rock Lodge and
then relax and enjoy the show.

$30.00 per person.
For tickets call 815-667-4211 ext. 386

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 9/16/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 9/17/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Fish Fry---Utica Knights Of Columbus
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Date(s): 9/17/2010
Address: K of C Hall---500 Hitt St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica K of C
815-667-4745
Description:

  Half Saint Patrick's Day Tea At Lock 16
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Date(s): 9/17/2010
Address: Lock 16 Center---754 First St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Canal Corridor Assoc.
815-223-1851
Description:

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/18/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Vintage Illinois Wine Festival
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Date(s): 9/18/2010 - 9/19/2010
Address: Matthiessen State Park---Rt 178, 2 Mi South of Utica
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:


Sample wines from 27 Illinois Wineries
at this annual event at Matthiessen State Park
(located 2 miles south of Starved Rock State Park).
The event is sponsored by
Prairie State Winery
and August Hill Winery.
Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Enjoy a variety of foods and musical entertainment.
Tickets go on sale in June of 2010.
                    

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 9/19/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/20/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/20/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/23/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 9/23/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 9/24/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/25/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Mega Hikes At Starved Rock State Park
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Date(s): 9/25/2010 - 9/26/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

MEGA HIKES AT STARVED ROCK STATE PARK

Ever dream of hiking all 18 Canyons at Starved Rock State Park
but didn't know where to start? Well this is the hike for you.

The adventure begins by boarding a trolley that will take a
small group of hikers to Illinois Canyon’s parking area.
From there hikers will go into all the accessible canyons and
lookout points where they will experience some of the most
breathtaking views Illinois can offer.

All hikers will receive a T- shirt for completing the hike.
Cost is $35.00 which includes T- shirt, guide, lunch and
transportation to the first canyon. This will be a very rigorous
hike and hikers should wear appropriate clothing,
proper footwear, and bring plenty of water.

There is limited space for this first- time event.
So book a reservation as soon as possible by calling
815-220-7386.


Times are
Sat: 8:30am-3:30pm
&
Sun: 9am-4pm

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 9/26/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Valley Carver's Woodcarving Expo
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Date(s): 9/26/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Great Hall
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext.386
Description:

Valley Carver's Woodcarving Expo


Come view magnificent wood carvings first hand
as well have the opportunity to purchase your own
and meet with carvers from all over the Midwest!


Time: 9am to 5pm
Event open to public – no admission
800-868-7625 ext. 386

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/27/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Land And Water Cruise
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Date(s): 9/27/2010
Address: Starved Rock/Utica Area & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Land & Water Cruise

Mondays at 11:00a.m. Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m.

Tour includes a historical trolley ride,

Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge,

and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the
‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat.

Tickets are $35.00 per person.
For tickets and information call:
800-868-7625 ext. 386.

  Fish Fry---Utica Fire Department
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Date(s): 9/28/2010
Address: Utica Fire Station---2945 N. ILL Route 178
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Fire Dept.
815-667-4113
Description:

  Casual Dinner And Evening Cruise
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Date(s): 9/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge & Illinois River
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays 
$34.95 per person.
 
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the
“Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat
for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River.

After the cruise the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge
where you will enjoy a special dinner served with cheesecake.

Please call 800-868-7625 ext.386 for reservations.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 9/30/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 10/1/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Fall Fireside Stories
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Date(s): 10/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Pool Patio
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

  Oglesby Bluegrass Festival
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Date(s): 10/2/2010
Address: Lehigh Park
Oglesby,IL 
Contact Info: Oglesby Bluegrass Festival Committee
815-830-8501
Description:

  Trolley Fall Colors Tours
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Date(s): 10/2/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext.386
Description:



TROLLEY FALL COLORS TOURS

Mondays & Saturdays in October
9:30am to 1pm
and
11am to 2:30pm

Tickets: Adults...$27.00  Children Under 10...$22.00


Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year.
Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, a hot lunch buffet in our
rustic dinning room, & a guided scenic walk to Council Overhang
and Ottawa Canyon.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 10/3/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Trolley Fall Colors Tours
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Date(s): 10/4/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:



TROLLEY FALL COLORS TOURS

Mondays & Saturdays in October
9:30am to 1pm
and
11am to 2:30pm

Tickets: Adults...$27.00  Children Under 10...$22.00


Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year.
Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, a hot lunch buffet in our
rustic dinning room, & a guided scenic walk to Council Overhang
and Ottawa Canyon.

  Senior Days At Utica Township
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Date(s): 10/5/2010
Address: Utica Township Community Bldg.---200 Church St.
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Township

Description:

  Buddhist Classes At The Mansion
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Date(s): 10/7/2010
Address: Hegeler Carus Mansion---1307 th St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Hegeler Carus Foundation
815-224-5891
Description:

Buddhist Classes
at the
Hegeler Carus Mansion


On the first and third Thursday of each month, the Hegeler Carus Foundation will feature classes taught by Buddhist priest, Diane Martin. 

The lessons will feature readings and discussion of the classics of
Buddhist literature.  In staying close to the teachings of D.T. Suzuki,
classes will focus on his translations of the lectures of his teacher,
Shaku Soyen, gathered into a book known as
Sermons of
a Buddhist Abbot
.  Shaku Soyen was the Zen teacher who came
to the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions and later met with
Dr. Paul Carus at the family home in La Salle . 

It was Soyen who sent his best student, D.T. Suzuki, to La Salle
to work for the Open Court Publishing Co. The "sermons" text
will serve as a reference book and give a sense of where
D.T. Suzuki came from in his training. 

 

Further readings will include the Heart Sutra. 
The Heart of Perfect Wisdom Sutra or
Heart Sutra (or Essence of Wisdom Sutra)
is a well-known Mahayana Buddhist sutra that is
very popular among Buddhists both for its brevity
and depth of meaning.

  Buddhist writer and translator Bill Porter, whose book could
form the basis of the study, calls the Heart Sutra the best
known  and most popular of all Buddhist scriptures
B
ecause Buddhism itself is an experiential religion based
on the two fundamental practices of meditation and mindfulness,
there will be a 20 minute zazen period before book study.

  Zen is a training base flowing with and aiming at Awakening.
  D.T. Suzuki himself was trained in formal Zen with its
primary methods of meditation and mindfulness, penetrating
insight and removal of obstructions and hindrances. 
Out of respect, the class will proceed in the same manner.

 

Classes begin at 6:00 pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 10/7/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 10/8/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final stop at the Lock 16 Visitor Center.
  Each passenger will receive a commemorative souvenir.

  Mary Todd Lincoln Tea At Lock 16
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Date(s): 10/8/2010
Address: Lock 16 Center---754 First St.
LaSalle,IL 61301
Contact Info: Canal Corridor Assoc.
815-223-1851
Description:

  Cruise In Utica Car Show
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Date(s): 10/9/2010
Address: Downtown Utica
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Utica Special Events Committee
Day: 815-223-5555, Eve: 815-667-4543
Description:

  Fall Fireside Stories
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Date(s): 10/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Pool Patio
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext.386
Description:

  Oktoberfest
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Date(s): 10/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park Lodge
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Oktoberfest

Two Saturdays in October this year!

October 9th (BURGOO WEEKEND)
AND
October 16th (FALL COLORS WEEKEND)

5:00-8:30 p.m

Come to Starved Rock Lodge to celebrate October German-style
in the Great Hall!
The beauty of fall will be mixed with the flavor of Oktoberfest beers.

$17.95 per person for the Authentic German Buffet
& a fun autumn evening!

The "Doodledorfers" German band
will be playing from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

$6.00 to sample 10 Oktoberfest beers
or
$12.00 for a commemorative stein (while supplies last)
and 10 free tastings.

For reservations or more information please call
800-868-7625, Extension 386.

  Trolley Fall Colors Tours
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Date(s): 10/9/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:



TROLLEY FALL COLORS TOURS

Mondays & Saturdays in October
9:30am to 1pm
and
11am to 2:30pm

Tickets: Adults...$27.00  Children Under 10...$22.00


Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year.
Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, a hot lunch buffet in our
rustic dinning room, & a guided scenic walk to Council Overhang
and Ottawa Canyon.

  Area Trolley Tour
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Date(s): 10/10/2010
Address: Starved Rock Area
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Area Trolley Tour

Sundays (March through December)
12:00-1:30 p.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children 10 and under.


Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge.
Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area.

You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
where you will see Starved Rock from across the river
and watch as the river traffic passes through the locks.


You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear
about the Illinois and Michigan Canal.

 While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and
legends of the area.

For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386.

  Burgoo Festival
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Date(s): 10/10/2010
Address: Downtown Utica
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: LaSalle Co. Historical Society
815-667-4861
Description:

41st Annual Burgoo Festival 
Oct. 10, 2010

LaSalle County Historical Society’s
Annual Burgoo Festival!
 
9:00-5:00p.m.

 
Stroll the main streets of Utica for a day of crafts,
shopping, food & fun.
 

You gotta try the Pioneer Stew!

 
Located in Downtown Utica.



For more information visit our web-site at...
www.lasallecountymuseum.org

  Trolley Fall Colors Tours
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Date(s): 10/11/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:



TROLLEY FALL COLORS TOURS

Mondays & Saturdays in October
9:30am to 1pm
and
11am to 2:30pm

Tickets: Adults...$27.00  Children Under 10...$22.00


Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year.
Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, a hot lunch buffet in our
rustic dinning room, & a guided scenic walk to Council Overhang
and Ottawa Canyon.

  Starved Rock Walkers' Club
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Date(s): 10/14/2010
Address: Starved Rock Lodge Lobby Entrance
Utica,IL 61373
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
815-220-7386
Description:

Starved Rock Walkers' Club


Enjoy a guided walk through Starved Rock State Park
& Matthiessen State Park every Thursday morning
at 9am...Meet in the lobby.

  Canal Boat And Trolley Tours
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Date(s): 10/15/2010
Address: Starved Rock State Park, Volunteer Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Utica & LaSalle,IL 
Contact Info: Starved Rock Lodge
800-868-7625 Ext. 386
Description:

Canal Boat and Trolley Tours

Every Friday April 9th through November 12th

35.00 Adult 30.00 children 10 and under 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge
has to offer.  Start off with a delicious Soup and Salad Bar
Lunch in the rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. 

Next, board one of our trolleys for a ride to our State Park’s
Visitor Center.  Your trolley will also take you on a relaxing
ride to the New Canal Boat located in LaSalle.  Step back in
time with period dressed interpreters on this 1-hour
horse-pulled canal boat ride. 

Finish the tour with a final