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Special EventsClick HERE for "What's Happening in November"
"Art in the Park" 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 subjects as varied as wildlife to wildflowers and Native American subjects to 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. For a video tour of the chainsaw carvings visit the video gallery by clicking HERE.
Night at the Museum December 7, 2009 plus ...
History comes to life at the Lodge when Abraham Lincoln accompanies you through an entertaining "Night at the Museum" event at the LaSalle County Historical Society Museum in Utica. Abe will share stories about the personal artifacts that he discovers are housed within this lovely little repository of local history on the I&M Canal. After seeking to reclaim them (and being graciously refused by the gentle museum caretakers), Abe and his lovely bride, Mary Todd Lincoln, will bid farewell to the guests as they reboard the Starved Rock Trolley to continue on their way for a brief visit to Cattails' Wine Tasting Room at Starved Rock Marketplace, and finally enjoy a delicious dinner of fried chicken, cole slaw & mashed potatoes in the Main Dining Room at Starved Rock Lodge. Call 815-220-7386 to make a reservation for your Trolley Tour. If you'd like to make it an overnight package, click HERE to reserve the "Night at the Museum" Special Getaway overnight package.
"Christmas at the Lodge" Every December: The Prairie Singers are a chamber ensemble that will perform music from a broad range of historical periods, along with a wide variety of show tunes, popular, and classical favorites. The evening begins with a few seasonal songs before enjoying a delicious dinner served in historic Starved Rock Lodge. After dinner the Prairie Singers will deliver a musical delight to warm the heart. Tickets are $37.00 per person. For more information and to purchase tickets call 815-220-7386.
Christmas carols presented by students of Sue Gillio of OPUS 111 Music Studio. Concert will be in the Great Hall. Open to the public, no charge, no reservations needed.
Every December:
It's not too often you hear of a deer in the Great Hall at Starved Rock Lodge, but Grace a white-tailed deer, (one of the gentle pets of Deb Moreland'sFurry Friends traveling petting zoo) will join the jolliest man himself for Breakfast with Santa at the Lodge on Saturday, December 19th. Breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. and then guests will be treated to a local master of illusion: "Magic by Cory". Children may take turns sitting on Santa's lap to tell him their Christmas wishes and receive a chocolate treat. Tickets for adults are $11.95. Children under 10 are $8.95. Early reservations a must. Please call 800-868-7625 ext. 386. Mark your calendars because Grace and many other friendly animals will be back for a FREE PETTING ZOO on Martin Luther King Day (Monday, January 18, 2010).
December 31
Every January: January 3rd Experience the Lodge decorated in its full wedding elegance, sample cake, talk with our staff, and spend the day meeting the best wedding vendors in the area. Join us for our annual Bridal Expo at Starved Rock Lodge in the Great Hall. Call 815-667-4211 ext 332 for more details. For those of you REALLY planning ahead, save the date for the 2011 Bridal Expo:
Every January: All Day January 10th Free Spirit Siberian Rescue hosts this day-long, FREE event, with seminars in the LaSalle Room on the fascinating characteristics of Siberian Huskies and their relatives. Sled Dog demos will take place in front of the Lodge throughout the day.
Every January & February Be mesmerized by the beautiful bald eagles at Starved Rock. Ride the trolley to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center for eagle viewing and an educational program. Includes lunch during the week and Brunch on Sunday in the Main Dining Room. Dress warmly, bring binoculars, spotting scopes, and cameras. For reservations call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
Every January: January 16th and 17th FREE guided hikes to see the spectacular ice falls of Starved Rock. Enjoy bald eagle viewing and the geology of Starved Rock. Meet at the Starved Rock Visitor Center in the Park at 9:00a.m. and 1:00p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
January 18th Join Deb Moreland and her crew of furry friends that include a llama, zebu calf, chinchilla, pot bellied pig, ferrets, a skunk and many more. You will be able to touch and interact with these furry friends. Photo opportunities will be available. Lectures at 1:00 & 3:00 p.m. At the 1 pm lecture, topic will be "Introduction to Exotic Animals". The 3 pm lecture will be "How to care for Exotic Animals". No charge or reservations needed. Located in the Great Hall of the Starved Rock Lodge. 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
January 23rd & 24th Hosted by the Illinois Audubon Society. Free lectures & exhibits on "Birds of Prey" at the Lodge. Eagle viewing from the Veranda, so bring your binoculars! Raptor awareness presentations at 10a.m., Noon, 2 & 4 by the World Bird Sanctuary features birds of prey including a bald eagle. Seating is limited.
BURGERS for BABIES Do you have a great recipe for burgers on the grill? We're looking for participants in our first-ever "March of Dimes" burger cook-off called "BURGERS for BABIES" on Monday, Feb. 1, 2010. We'll also have a buffet that night for friends, family and fans of our Burger Chefs! Trophies will be awarded. Click HERE for "BURGERS for BABIES" event details.
February 13th Grandmothers, Mothers and children grab your favorite teddy bear and join us for cookies and tea at the Lodge. Enjoy an afternoon of delightful stories and tea and cookies and conversation! Plus take home a complimentary specialty teacup. Call ahead for reservations. $17.00 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
Every February Beginning February 18, Rock Star competitors hit the stage every Thursday night through March 25th.
February 21st Granite Siberian Rescue hosts this day-long, FREE event with seminars in the LaSalle Room on the fascinating characteristics of Siberian Huskies and their relatives. Sled Dog demos will take place in front of the Lodge throughout the day.
Every February:February 28th
LaSalle County Tourism Day Every March:March 21, 2010 Join us all day long in the Great Hall at Starved Rock to check out Illinois Valley attractions: I&M Canal Boat, Historical Society Museum, Petting Zoo, Visitor Centers, Local Restaurants and Shopping, Alpaca Farm, Follies Theatre, Canyonside Cabin & Courtyard Wedding Facility, Canoeing, River Rapids, Helicopter Rides, Horseback Riding and much more! There's always something to do in the Valley. From Noon to 4pm. Check out our wonderful outdoor venue for weddings and meetings: the Canyonside Cabin & Courtyard, overlooking Fox Canyon: Visit from noon to 4pm.
April 3rd Following breakfast, join us for an egg-citing egg hunt and Magic by Cory, PLUS a special visit from the Easter Bunny! Adults $12.95, Children $9.95. For more information and to purchase tickets call 800-868-7625 ext. 386.
An elegant fundraiser to benefit IVAR, our local animal shelter. Every April: Save the date for 2010: April 16, 2010
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Join us for our 
Bridal Expo 2010
Sled Dog Demo 
2nd Annual "Artists of the Valley" & Native American Drum Circle 
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