October 2007
October 6
Ottawa Scouting Museum Activity
Ottawa Scouting Museum • 10am - 4pm
Step back to the time of the ancient Egyptians! Participate in chariot races, learn about hieroglyphics and mummies, enjoy a fun day with an Egyptian theme. Games, crafts and fun. Pre-registration is required. Lunch is provided. Admission to be announced. For more information, call (815) 431-9353.
October 6
Jazz’n the Street 2007
Downtown LaSalle on 1st Street • Noon - 9pm
Live jazz music all day with performances by the
following: Grand Avenue Swing Band, NIU Jazz Band and the IVCC Jazz Band. Wine and Micro-brew Garden. Fine art and more. Food will be available. For more information, visit lasallebusinessassociation.com or
call (815) 488-1350.
October 6
Car Show
Downtown Utica • $5.00 Entry Fee
With over 150 vintage cars participating last year, 2007 should be even better. Many prizes and giveaways, including 5 trophies and a get-away weekend at Grand BearResort.
October 6
Lostant Fall Festival
For more information, call (815) 368-3333 or 368-3421.
October 6 & 13
Oktoberfest
Starved Rock Lodge, Utica
Featuring authentic Oktoberfest beers, German
music and a hearty German buffet. Join the fun.
For more information, call (800) 868-7625 or visit www.starvedrocklodge.com
October 7
Burgoo Festival
LaSalle County Historical Society
Downtown Utica • 9am - 5pm
This festival features an old pioneer dish called “Burgoo Stew”, as well as barbequed pork chops and homemade pies. Music, a flea market and craft items are also part of the festival. No admission charge and open to the public. For more information, call (815) 667-4861 or visit www.burgoofestival.com |
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October 12 & 19
Oktoberfest
Starved Rock Lodge, Utica • 4pm - 10pm
Celebrate October German style on the veranda.
The beauty of fall will be mixed with the flavor of 10 Oktoberfest beers. $13.95 for the Authentic German Buffet. A German band will be playing from 5 – 8pm. $6.00 to sample 10 Oktoberfest beers and $10 for a commemorative stein (while supplies last) and 10 free tastings. No cover charge. For information, please call (800) 868-7625 ext. 386.
October 13, 2007
21st Annual Scarecrow Festival
Ottawa's Old Town District
10am - 4 pm
Experience Ottawa's Old Town District decorated with fabulous scarecrows. Our mix of shops, boutiques and restaurants will be offering special events inside their facilities as well as a petting zoo and pet parade in the park, buckboard rides throughout downtown, live bands, a rock-climbing wall and numerous other family activities. This is an event you won't want to miss!
For more information call 888-OTTAWA-4.
October 19-20, 26-27
Camp Tuckabatchee Haunted Camp
1973 N 35th Road, Ottawa (Main Camp Area)
7pm - 10pm
Maze, haunted cabins and concession stand. Open to the public. Admission fee. Not handicapped accessible. For more information, call (815) 433-2984.
October 20-21
Fall Colors Weekend
Starved Rock Lodge, Utica
Guided hikes to view the spectacular colors of fall. Meet at the Visitors Center at 9am and 1pm.
For more information, call (815) 667-5356.
October 27
Annual Trick or Treat Parade
Streator • 9am - Noon
Thousands of youngsters parade downtown with
business personnel giving out candy. Costumes are judged and prizes given.
October 27
“Movies at the Mansion”
Hegeler Carus Mansion, LaSalle • 7pm
Classic and foreign films for all to enjoy.
Call (815) 224-5891 or (815) 224-5895 for movie title.
October 27 & 28
Ghost Trolley Tour
2pm - 4pm
You will be greeted by a black-robed host before your roll through the ghostly past and present of the Starved Rock Area. Reserved seats are required; for tickets and information, call (800) 868-7625 ext. 386. Adults $20.
October 28
Family Halloween Party
12 Noon – 5pm • Camp Tuckabatchee, North of Ottawa Bring the whole family! The haunted camp is not so scary. It is fun for the entire family.
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