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DayTripsMini-Vacations
spring
&
archery
arts & crats
campres
climbing wall
unyaks
lake rope swing
lake swimming
mini-gol
paddle boats
rife range
sailing
skeet shooting
snorkeling
trail rides
trap shooting
waterslide
windsurng
ziplines
and more!
1-888-FUN-YMCA (9622) www.troutlodge.org
TroutLodge
Vacation close to home at
www.theblueowl.com
Tue. - Fri. 10 - 3 Sat. & Sun. 10 - 5
(636)464-3128
Wher
eEverythingisHomemade
The
Blue OwlRestaurant & BakeryIn Historic KimmswickCOMING SOON!
Marys Sweet Shoppe (next door) - featuring an Old-Fashioned Soda Fountain, Candy Confectionary and Gifts!
Lunch with MaryFriday, May 15 10 a.m. Enjoy lunch & dessert while
Mary shares stories & recipes. Choose your favorite cookbook.
Anheuser ThursdaysEnjoy lunch, dessert, admission to the
Anheuser Estate and a shopping passport.
Mother-Daughter DayMay 2 Shop, Lunch, Tea Party!
Mothers Day WeekendMay 9 & 10 Spend a relaxing day in Kimmswick lunching
and shopping with mom! Make your reservations early!
Call and make your reservations early!
Fine Gifts Antiques Home Decor
Crafts Specialty Shops The Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery
Bed & Breakfasts
For more information call (636) 464-3128
or visit www.gokimmswick.comTake I-55 to Imperial/Main St.Exit 186,East to Hwy. 61-67, South to Hwy. K
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 2 Mother-Daughter Day Shop, Lunch and Tea Party
May 9 & 10
Mothers Day WeekendMay 16 Girlfriends Day Lunch and Tea PartyJune 6 & 7 Strawberry Festival Street merchants, food vendors, crafts,
activites for adults & children.
June 13 Shop For The CureJune 21 Fathers Day Car Show
Activities ForAll Ages this spring inQuAintMissouri townsKIMMSWICK
Kimmswick, Mo., has been named one of
the Top 100 Small Town Getaways by Mid-
west Living Magazine, as well as just being
added to the National Register of Historic
Places.
Kimmswick offers a chance to step back
into the less hurried days of the 1800s. Enjoy
a walk through a beautiful town with many
inspirational one-of-a-kind shops.
There are a number of events planned for
Kimmswick this spring, beginning with the
annual Strawberry Festival, June 6-7. The
town will be overowing with fresh strawber-
ries and other strawberry delights.
The Kimmswick Fathers Day Car Show,
sponsored by the Merchants of Kimmswick,
will be held Sunday, June 21. Proceeds will
support the Kimmswick Visitor Center.
Kimmswicks Daylily Sale is back! This
popular event will be held Saturday, June 27,
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 6005 4th Street.
Come gather some colorful daylilies for the
summer garden.
Kimmswick recently had some national
exposure when Mary Hostetter, founder of
The Blue Owl Restaurant, was a guest on the
popular Food Network show, Paulas Party,
featuring Paula Deen and her son, Jamie.
Mary showed Paula and Jamie how to make
her famous Levee High Apple Pie. Visit www.
theblueowl.com to learn more.
YMCA OF THE OZARKS, POTOSI
The 5,200-acre YMCA of the Ozarks
includes YMCA Trout Lodge and YCMA
Camp Lakewood. Camp Lakewood is a tradi-
tional, residential summer camp for kids ages
6-17, and all of Camp Lakewoods programs
reect the YMCA core values of caring, hon-
esty, respect and responsibility.
YMCA Trout Lodge is an all-inclusive
family retreat and vacation spot that allows
families to truly unplug during their stay.
Guests choose from cabins or hotel-style
rooms, and activities range from arts and
crafts to high ropes courses; relaxing on the
beach to geocaching adventures on wooded
trails.
There is undoubtedly something for
everyone at Trout Lodge, and the best part
is that many activities and programs, and all
meals, are included in the cost of a guest room.
For more information, visit www.troutlodge.
org or call 1-888-FUN-YMCA.
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enjoy springtiMe inMissouriwine countryAUGUSTA
Approximately 37 miles west of St. Louis
off Highway 94, is Augusta, Mo., located
in the heart of beautiful Missouri wine
country.
This historic town was founded in 1855.
With its remarkable scenery and quaint
shops, it is perfect for a romantic weekendaway or a day trip antiquing and sampling
the fare of the region.
Shop, dine, enjoy a glass of wine and
purchase a work of art at the 7th Annual
Augusta Plein Air Art Event, being held now
through May 2, in the Augusta/Deance
area.
Artists will be completing their pieces
outdoors, in the tradition of plein air,
capturing the nuances of natural light in
their work. Several area wineries will be
hosting the artists for a day of painting. The
public is invited to observe their work, meet
the artists and purchase a piece of artwork
produced that day.
Mount Pleasant Winery, located at
5634 High Street, is celebrating its 150th
anniversary this year. From an expanded caf
with a new grill menu to free live music, the
anniversary celebration includes exciting new
offerings for winery guests.Mount Pleasant is joining the ranks of
many other Missouri wineries that no longer
permit outside food and beverages on their
property. With an extensive new menu
available to them at the winery restaurant,
guests wont have to worry about packing
their own food they can simply relax and
enjoy the day.
In addition to an expanded grill menu,
Mount Pleasant Winery is also waiving the $5
admission fee for band days. Enjoy top-notch
bands every weekend now through Nov. 14
for free!
Take in the sights the easy way this spring.
Guided bus tours of historic Missouri wine
country are available with a wide variety of
options. The Ladies Day Out tour startswith a light breakfast, then takes guests on
a shopping tour of Augusta, Deance and
New Melle. History buffs will enjoy Into the
Past - Historical Tour, a guided walking tour
of the Daniel Boone Home & Boonesville
Village and other southwest St. Charles
County historical sites. Last but not least is
the Taste of Missouri Wine tour, with stops
at St. Charles County area wineries and
vineyards.
All tours are held Wednesdays, Thursdays
and Fridays. For more information or to
schedule a tour, call Robin at 314-223-3423.
DEFIANCE
Enjoy a spectacular view of the Missouri
River Valley at Sugar Creek Vineyards & Winery. Located along the Katy Trail on
Highway 94 near Deance, this picture-
perfect setting is a favorite gathering place
for musical entertainment on the terrace.
Through October, enjoy free music on
Saturdays and Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m., and
Friday evenings, June, July and August, 7 to
10 p.m. Picnic baskets with goodies are
always welcome, but please, no additional
beverages.
Owned by former Kirkwood residents
Ken and Becky Miller, Sugar Creek Winery
is a beautiful place to enjoy an estate
grown premium wine. For more details, call
636-987-2400 or visit www.sugarcreekwines.
com.
Missouri wine country holds a lot of
history, and Chandler Hill Vineyards is
no exception. Every aspect of Chandler
Hill is designed to invite and delight guests
seeking an extraordinary winery experience.
Chandler Hill is the only regional winery to
offer a balanced selection of the nest winesfrom both California and Missouri. Visitors
enter near the storied Gray House and
meander through elds of Chambourcin and
Vignoles grapes. After sampling Chandler
Hills wines, ne meats, cheeses and other
delicacies in the 5,000-square-foot tasting
room, guests can enjoy a spectacular view of
the vineyards and serene six-acre lake from
the huge wine deck.
Visit www.ChandlerHillVineyards.com
for more information or call 636-798-CORK
(2675).
DUTZOW
Only 50 minutes from St. Louis is
picturesque Dutzow. Founded in 1832, this
historic village is known as Missouris oldestGerman settlement.
Blumenhof Vineyards & Winery is located
in Dutzow on the historic Lewis and Clark
Trail and Katy Trail. Featuring an all-
Missouri wine list, Blumenhof is the most-
awarded all-Missouri winery.
This spring, visitors can enjoy free live
music Saturdays and Sundays in the wine
garden, while sampling delicious fare from
the Brathaus Grill. The Tasting Room and
Gift Show are open daily.
For more information, call 800-419-2245,
or visit blumenhof.com.
Day Trips & Mini-Vacations
Great Wines & Better Times:Thats Spring at Chandler Hill
Theres no better place to ring in spring thanChandler Hill. In a setting unlike any other, enjoydelectable ood, enchanting gits, outstanding music
and some o the fnest wines rom Missouri andCaliornia. With scenery reminiscent o Napa Valleyand Northern Italy, Chandler Hill is your magical
getaway just minutes rom St. Louis.
Enjoy the areas closest winery or un and relaxing
aternoons and evenings or or private parties,receptions and corporate events.
www.Chandlerhil lVineyards .Com
Experience The Regions Most Exquisite Winery
MUSIC
EVERYW
EEKEND
!
Sat 2 - Michael & Elizabeth Duo
3:30-6:30pm
Sun 3 - Sean Holland Band 1-4pm
Fri 8 - Salt o the Earth 6:30-9:30pmSat 9 - Tim Session 1:00-4:00pm
Sun 10 - Dave Black 2:30-5:30
Fri 15 - Stacey Collins Band 6:30-9:30
Sat 16 - Sun Town Travelers 1-4pm
Sun 17 - Leslie Sanazaro 1-4pm
Fri 22 - Mike Rukahr 6:30-9:30pm
Sat 23 - Teddy Presberg 6-9pm
Sun 24 - Sloan Powell Duo 1-4pm
Mon 25 - Memorial Day -Sean Holland Band 1-4pm
Fri 29 - Mark Biehl 6:30-9:30pm
Sat 30 - Michael & Elizabeth Duo 1-4pm
Sun 31 - Lucky Dan & Naked Mike 3-6pm
M U S IC C A L E N D A R
Monday - Thursday: 11 am- 6pm
(Restaurant open 11am - 2pm)
Friday: 11am - 10pm
Saturday: 11am - 9pm
Sunday: 11am - 7pm
Open late for special events
and private parties.
596 Defance Road
Defance, MO 63341
636.798.CORK (2675)
OPEN EVERY DAY
(636) 987-2400Located along the Katy Trail on Hwy. 94
10 miles south of Hwy. 40 near Defiance
www.sugarcreekwines.com
Enjoy A Spectacular View ofthe Missouri River Valley.
Musical entertainment on the terraceSaturdays & Sundays AprilOctober 15 p.m.
Friday Nights June, July & August 7-10 p.m.
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Perfect Wines for a Perfect Setting
Most Awarded All-Missouri Winery
Tasting Room & Gift Shop Open Dailyat Highway 94 in Dutzow, Missouri
800-419-2245www.blumenhof.com
winegarden
entertainment
free admission no cover
SA 4/25 Lenny FriSch (calypso/steel drum) 2-5SU 4/26 WAShington BrASS BAnd 2-4:30
(big band)
SA 5/2 dick & jAne BAnd(rock n'roll) 2-5
SU 5/3 SAvAnA (rock n'roll) 2-5
SA 5/9 dAWn WeBer & the eLectro-FUnk
ASSemBLy (dance/jazz/R&B) 2-5SU 5/10 michAeL SchAerer (rock n'roll) 2-5SA 5/16 BUtch WAx & the hoLLyWoodS 2-5
(motown/R&B)
SU 5/17 pennSyLvAniA SLim (blues guitarist)2-5SA 5/23 Steve LeSLie BAnd (rock n'roll) 2-5SU 5/24 erin Bode (jazz/folk/pop) 2-5m 5/25 gAry SLUhAn 2-5
("parrot head" guitarist)grill open during music
By reservation only:
Wine-makers DinnerJune 12 dinner & music
Anniversary Bar-B-QJuly 3 dinner & music
Snacks, Wine & Rock'N'RollAuGusT 14 AppeTizers & music
JUST 40 MILES FROM WEBSTER
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experience uniQue centrAl illinois townsARCOLA
Arcola shares with Arthur, Ill., the oldest
Illinois Amish settlement, the fourth largest
in the world. Midwest Living magazine listed
Arcola along with Arthur in the top 100 Best
Small Town Getaways.
Arcola offers more than Amish. The
famous Rockome Gardens theme park islocated in Arcola, and presents a wide variety
of shows including Wildlife Encounters
and Wild West Show, all ongoing through
Aug. 31.
The annual Wine & Cheese Festival will be
held Sept. 26-27, in conjunction with Art on
the Lawn. Theres a Great Train Robbery
at 3 p.m. every day, followed by a shoot out!
Call 217-268-4106 for more information or
visit www.rockome.com.
Two annual festivals attract thousands
of visitors to Arcola. The Original Raggedy
Ann & Andy festival is in early June, and
the Broomcorn Festival is Sept. 11-13, with
special entertainment by the Lost Trailers.
The Broomcorn Festival celebrates the
historical connection of Arcola to the corn-like tasseled crop from which brooms are
made and to the continuing manufacturing
of brooms and broom-related products.
The worlds only authentic Raggedy Ann
and Andy museum on Main Street is managed
by the granddaughter of Johnny Gruelle, who
was the master illustrator and childrens author
who created the Raggedy Ann story. He was
born in Arcola. Visitors to the museum will
see historic papers, illustrations and dolls. Be
sure to visit this year, because the Raggedy
Ann & Andy Museum will be closing at the
end of 2009 indenitely.
Arcolas Illinois Amish Interpretive
Center introduces visitors to Amish culture.
The center will be hosting the You, Me and
the Fencepost Festival, Saturday, May 2, inconjunction with the Smithsonian Institutions
traveling exhibition, Between Fences. The
festival features childrens games, educational
fence-building seminars, an artifact exhibition,art sale and much more. The Between the
Fences exhibit will be on display through June
7. For more information, call 217-268-3599
or 1-888-45-AMISH (26474).
Arcola Flower Patch Bed and Breakfast
provides a memorable lodging experience at
225 E. Jefferson. It is surrounded by vibrant
patches of owers and a ourishing herb
garden. Visitors adore the guest rooms with
original ne art and an elegant, legendary
seven-course breakfast presented with owers
and ne china. Each guest is welcomed
with warm, exceptional hospitality. Call
217-268-4876 for more information.
For more information on the Arcola area,
contact the Arcola Chamber of Commerce
ofce at 1-800-886-5456 or visit www.arcolachamber.com.
LITCHFIELD
For those who are interested in a faster-paced get-away than Old Order Amish
country, Litcheld is the place to be this
spring. Litcheld is approximately one hour
from St. Louis off Interstate 55.
The 6th Annual Classic Car Festival will
be held June 26-28 in Litcheld. The Cruisin
Route 66 festival includes rides, great food,
live music, a Big Foot monster truck display
and smash, and plenty of fabulous vintage
cars.
While in Litcheld, dont miss the Hall
of Fame sites located along Route 66 and
experience the nostalgia of three miles of
original Mother Road highway.
For more details, call 1-866-733-5833 or
visit www.cityoitcheldil.com.
Horse-drawn buggies
are a common sight
in Illinois Amish
country. The reector
on the back of the
buggy reminds those
in automobiles to take
care and watch for
slower moving trafc.
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SCheduleof eventSFriday, June 26Classic Car FestivalRides & FoodBand "Rock of Ages"
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 27Classic Car FestivalRides & FoodBig Foot 4x4 Display - Monster Truck
will smash 4-8 cars at 1 p.m.Rt. 66 CruiseDouble Feature Movie @ Route 66 Sky View Drive-In
Sunday, June 289 a.m. Church Service
Contact Denise Lueker, Tourism Coordinatorat 1-866-733-5833 for more info or visit
www.cityoflitchfieldil.com
Arcola Chamber of Commerce135 N. Oak Street Arcola, IL 61910 www.arcolachamber.com
For lodging information, call 1-800-886-5456.
Raggedy Ann & AndyMuseum
A
mazingA
rco a
Illinois AmishInterpretive Center
Home of
Rockome Gardens,the Only Hippie Memorial, and
Illinois Largest Amishsettlement
Broom CornCapital of the World
Brick streets, antiques, and unique shopping Arcola, Illinois
VISIT ROCKOME.COM
t. 217.268.4106
Cowboy Camp May 1 - October 31Opening Day May 1Spring Horse Farming Days May 2Mothers Day(free admission for Mothers) May 10Coles County Regulators - Cowboy Shoot Outs May 23 & 24Family Band Weekend May 30 & 31Rendezvous June 3 - 7Basket Festival June 6Rockomes Flea Market June 6 & 7History of World War II Exhibit June 23 - 28 World War II Event June 27 & 28Rockomes Flea Market July 4 & 5Pioneer Days July 15 - 19
Horse Pull @ 1 p.m. July 18 Wild West Days July 22 - 26Rockomes Flea Market August 1 & 2
Wild Life Encounters August 12 - 16Bluegrass in the Gardens Festival August 22 & 23Fall Rendezvous September 2 - 7Rockomes Flea Market September 5 & 6Old-Time Car Show September 12Rodeo September 12 & 13Pumpkin Festival September 15 - 30Fall Horse Plowing Days September 19 Wine & Cheese Festival September 26 & 27 Art on the Lawn September 26 & 27Pumpkin Festival October 1 - 31Rockomes Flea Market October 3 & 4Park Closing Day October 31
** 2009 Event Calendar dates are subject to change.Check our website for updates.
2009 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
A Victorian Home with Public Gardens,Gift Shop & Artist-in-Residence
FeaturedInMidwestLivingMagazine
225 East Jefferson, Arcola(217) 268-4876
Gift Certificates AvailableBill & Lynne Harshbarger, Hosts
The
Flower PatchBed & Breakfast
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oldorderAMish shArewAyoF liFewith visitingguestsARTHUR
The town of Arthur is the heart of Illinois
largest Amish community. It has been called
one of the Midwests best getaways by
Midwest Living magazine.
Arthur, located 10 miles west of I-57 off
exit 203, is an easy, one-tank trip with plenty
to see and do. Home to over 4,000 Amishpeople, Arthur is the central focus of this
Amish community.
Hundreds of small shops, both in town and
across the Amish countryside, make shopping
more like an exploration. Wood furniture,
quilts, crafts and antiques are all available in
the immediate Arthur Amish area.
Lots of events happen in Arthur for fun
weekends of summer travel. Coming up
in June is the Strawberry Jam, community
garage sales and Merchant Attic sales. A craft
and antique show is held in downtown Arthur
on the third Saturday of each month.
Arthur is home to one of the largest
small town rework freedom celebrations
anywhere. Call 1-800-722-6474 for a
complete calendar of events.For refreshments, be sure to stop in at
Dicks Pharmacy, 118 S. Vine, a traditional
pharmacy serving old-fashioned, world-
famous sodas, malts, shakes and their own
handmade drumsticks. Learn more about
this unique shop at www.dicks-pharmacy.
com. Vine Street is Arthurs main business
street, home to a wide variety of shops.
Visit the showroom at Wilsons Kitchens
& More, the largest Amish showroom in
Illinois. It offers much more than just kitchen
cabinets. It is one of the few businesses in the
area that custom build the complete cabinet
in-house, blending the wishes and desires of
customers with exceptional experience andskill. The showroom is located north and west
of downtown Arthur.
The friendly staff at the newly remodeled
Arthurs Country Inn cant wait for visitors.
They are the only motel in the area that
provides front row seating to watch the
Amish buggies that travel by regularly. Stay
at the Arthurs Country Inn while enjoying
a relaxing, slow-paced visit to Arthur
Amish country. Check them out at www.
arthurscountryinn.com.
Stop by Roselens Coffees & Delights, 1045
E. Columbia Street (Route 133), the one-and-
only Amish owned coffee shop in Illinois
quite possibly the world where they pour a
latte cheer, one cup at a time. This unique
coffee shop is a good place to grab a deliciouswrap, at bread sandwich or salad on the go,
or eat in along with the local Amish having
their lunch. Top the meal off with soft-serve
ice cream, choosing from a variety of avors,
or a cookie made by a local bakery.
Helmuth Custom Cabinets has been in
the custom cabinet business for 45 years,
truly a family heritage of ne woodworking.
Located just south of Arthurs main business
district, it is capable of supplying an entire
kitchen, including countertops, appliances
and xtures, along with installation. They
treat their customers like part of the family.
Yoders Lamps, Antiques & Collectibles
at 214 S. Vine Street is a lamp shop withinan antique mall. A variety of old and new
Aladdin lamps are offered along with lamp
repair and service. Antique furniture,
primitives, glassware and collectibles are
nestled in booths of all sizes for treasure
hunting delight.
A unique stop on a visit to Arthur is the
Arthur Flower Shop, 216 S. Vine Street.
They carry 24 avors of fresh fudge and
Fannie May Candy, along with a variety
of gifts, candles, garden ags, jewelry and
baskets. A designer is on duty every day and
will make oral arrangements on the spot.
Plan ahead for a meal in an Amish home
through ACM Tours in downtown Arthur
by calling 217-543-2766 or by visiting www.
ACMTours.com.Located in the same spot in downtown
Arthur is The Wood Loft, where shoppers
will nd a wide selection of Amish crafted
custom furniture on display. Order a custom
heirloom from a variety of woods, styles,
stains and colors.
The Cabinet Factory Outlet, 100 S. vine
Street, is an outlet store for MasterBrand
Cabinets. They sell warehouse overstocks,
canceled orders, misordered product and
factory overruns at wholesale pricing to
the general public. A great place for do-it-
yourselfers! Call them at 217-543-3466 or visit
their Web site at www.cabinetfactoriesoutlet.
com/il/who.html.
Detailed information about the Arthur
area is available at the Arthur Area Association of Commerce Web site, www.
arthurchamber.com. Learn more about the
area at the Arthur-Amish Country Visitor
Center, 106 E. Illinois, or visit their Web
site at www.amishcountryillinois.com for a
complete calendar of events. Maps are also
available at the visitor center.
TUSCOLA
Tuscola, known for many things, is the
gateway to Amish country in east central
Illinois. Situated at the intersection of
Interstate 57 and U.S. Highway 36 at exit
212, Tuscola is the perfect place to launch
that next visit to the Land of Lincoln.
With the very latest in modern amenities
cont. p. 18-A
Home to over 4,000 Amish people, Arthur is thecentral focus of the Illinois Amish community.
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Arthur Flower Shop216 S. Vine Arthur, IL
Ph. - 217- 543- 2822
24 Flavors FRESHHomemade Fudge
Fresh & silk flowers Green Plants
Balloons
Gifts- Primitives, Illini, Americana
Soy Candles, Baskets
Jewelry, Garden Flags
I-57 exit 203, 9 miles west on Rt. 133
785 E. Columbia Arthur, IL 217-543-3321
ARTHURS COUNTRY INN
Enjoy cable, HBO2, Wireless Internet
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Over 3,000 cabinets in stockHuge savings on name brand
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FaCtories
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Mon.-Fri. 8-5 Sat. 9-3 Closed Sun.
100 N. Vine St., Arthur, IL 61911
217-543-3466
www.cabinetfactoriesoutlet.com
Helmuth Custom Kitchens, LLC.
Choose from a variety ofwoods and styles for your newhome or renovation project.
We offer a multitude offnishes including opaques.
Custom built cabinetry with customer service and price in mind.
Our45th
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Helmuth Custom Kitchens, LLC.RR 1 Box 129
Arthur, IL 619111-888-543-4488
Showroom is located 1 mile south of Arthur
Arthur Area Association of Commerce
1045 E. Columbia Street (Route 133) Arthur, IL
Pouring a latte cheer, one cuP at a time.
NeedRejavanation?
217.543.3106
Route 36 & Main Street Tuscola, IL 61953
217-253-9150 Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 12-5 p.m.
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oldorderAMishFrompage 16-aand accommodations, Tuscola is the ideal
place to stay and play while discovering the
rich historic and cultural treasures this area
has to of fer.
In addition to Amish country, Tuscola
is synonymous with great shopping
opportunities. Whether experiencing an
Amish market, regionally famous eateries,quaint gift shops in the historic Sale Street
District, or doing some famous brand-name
shopping in over 40 stores at the Tanger
Outlet Mall, theres something for everyone
in Tuscola.
Shop for antiques, primitives and
collectibles at Paddy Wagon Antiques,
located at Route 36 and Main Street. The
shop is open seven days a week for shopping
convenience. Call 217-253-9150 for more
details.
There is plenty more to do in Tuscola than
just shop. Grab those golf clubs and hit the
Ironhorse Golf Course, rated 4.5 stars from
Golf Digest.
For more information on Tuscola
or a complete calendar of events, call1-800-441-9111 or visit www.tuscola.org.
MONTICELLO
All aboard! The central Illinois town of
Monticello is home to the popular Monticello
Railway Museum, an all-volunteer
organization with an operational railroad
yard that is open to the public.
The museum offers train rides on weekends
and holidays from May through October,
regardless of the weather. Come explore
the many rail cars and other equipment the
museum collects, preserves and exhibits.
Special events for mom and dad include
Throw Mama on the Train, May 9 and 10,
and Fathers Day Weekend, June 20-21, where
moms and dads ride free when accompaniedby their children.
Monticello is located east of Springeld,
Ill., off of Interstate 72, halfway between
Decatur and Champagne-Urbana. For more
information on the railway museum, visit
www.mrym.org or call 1-877-762-9011.
SULLIVAN
From the serenity and Old World charm
of Amish country to the excitement of
Broadway, Sullivan and the surrounding
area have something for everyone. With apopulation of 4,326, Sullivan is the county
seat of one of the smallest counties in the
state of Illinois, Moultrie.
Sullivan contains a beautiful little
downtown square with a historic courthouse,
which is often the hub of activities when
Little Theatre on the Square is in season.
This theater company is the only professional
theater located between Chicago and St.
Louis.
Several downtown restaurants serve a
variety of food and retail shops are continuing
to open.
Visitors may enjoy outdoor recreation
at the nearby 11,000 acres of nature and
200 miles of shoreline in and around Lake
Shelbyville or cruising through the countryto visit Amish establishments and explore a
simpler way of life.
The Monticello Railway Museum in Monticello,
Ill., restores train cars from days gone by, like the one
pictured above, the Southern 401.
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Arcola, Arthur, Sullivan, TuscolaArcola, Arthur, Sullivan, TuscolaFor overnight lodging and information,
www.amishcountryofcentralil.com Toll Free: 877-368-4527
For overnight lodging and information,
www.amishcountryofcentralil.com Toll Free: 877-368-4527
Illinois
AmishInterpretive Center
Amish Museum, Tours &Meals in an Amish Home
Old Order Amish Museum Gift Shop & Book Store Meal in an Amish Home Amish Farm Tour Guided Countryside Tours Amish Home Tour Amish Woodworking Tour NEW Historic Wagon Ride
111 S. Locust St. Arcola, IL 61910
1-888-45-AMISHwww.amishcenter.com
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plentyoFoutdoorFun Along route 66CUBA
Cuba, Mo., known as the Gateway to
the Ozarks, is located on Historic Route 66
and Interstate 44 just 80 miles southwest of
St. Louis.
A rst stop for travelers to Cuba is the
visitor center, located at the I-44 overpass
at Exit 208. The center has a wealth ofinformation on shopping, dining and helpful
hints about what to see in the historic city.
Cuba is home to 12 colorful outdoor
murals, painted in honor of the citys 150th
anniversary. From Amelia Earhart to scenes
of fun on the river, the murals enhance the
business district along Route 66. Visit www.
cubamurals.com for more information.
Visitors to town can stop for a bite to
eat at Country Kitchen, which boasts a
fabulous weekend buffet. Buses and large
groups are welcome! For more details, call
573-885-9922.
Cuba has a one-of-a-kind attraction in the
Fanning US 66 Outpost and General Stores
huge rocking chair, now in the Guinness
Book of World Records. This amazing feat ofengineering stands 42 feet 4 inches tall. One
of the towns famous murals is painted on
the side of the Outpost, depicting a vintage
Route 66 scene. John Bland, who designed
the stores rocker, painted the mural.
Outpost owners Dan and Carolyn
Sanazaro have made the rocker available for
local fundraisers. On Aug. 1, the local re
department will sponsor a Lift to the Rocker.
They will use their bucket truck to lift people
to the rocker seat for photos. All proceeds will
benet the re department.
This summer, plan on visiting Cuba for
the Crawford County Fair, July 15-18, with
rides, livestock shows, bull riding and a host
of other attractions. Find out more about
Cuba online at www.cubamochamber.com,
and www.crawfordcountymohistory.org.
DEVILS ELBOWCanoeing, kayaking and camping are a
breeze in Pulaski County and the Devils
Elbow area, located right on the Big Piney
River. U.S. Missouri Route 66 Canoe Rental
can outt any group with canoes, tubes,
rafts, john boats and kayaks. The scenery is
spectacular, especially when viewed from the
river!
STEELVILLE
The quaint town of Steelville is located
just 90 minutes from St. Louis on three
major rivers: the Meramec, the Huzzah and
the Courtois. These great natural wonders
provide visitors with lots of fun on the river.
Bass River Resort is a great place to rent
a canoe, kayak, tube or raft for a lazy oatdown one of the rivers. They offer riverfront
campsites, RV hookups and a country store,
great for stocking up on refreshments. Visit
them at www.BassCanoeResort.com or call
1-800-393-3700.
River fun isnt all there is to do in Steelville,
however. There are antique and specialty
shops, restaurants, a winery and a whole
lot more. The Meramec Music Theatre has
prime country entertainment, with music,
comedy and fun for the whole family. Visit
www.misn.com/MMT for information on
the 2009 season.
ST. JAMES
Break away from the hectic pace of city
life in lovely St. James. Lost Creek GuestRanch offers fully outtted, air-conditioned
cabins right next door to beautiful Maramec
Spring Park in St. James. Enjoy a day of
oating, shing, antiquing and other outdoor
activities, then relax in the comfort of a
private Lost Creek guest cabin. Learn more
by calling 573-263-3890.
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U p c o m i n g E v E n t s
crawford county fair July 15, 16, 17, 18 www.crawfordcountyfair.info
Cuba Fest Oct. 17 & 18 Narrated Trolley Tours of Murals on Saturday and Sunday
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historic oldworld townswelcoMe visitorsHERMANN
In 1837, a scouting committee from the
German Settlement Society of Philadelphia
selected a site for a cultural refuge in Missouri.
The land, now known as Hermann, was
teeming with wild grapevines, and reminded
its founder, George Bayer, of his native Rhine
River region in Germany.Today, the area boasts a number of
notable wineries, museums, shops and
restaurants. Spring events begin in earnest in
May. May 2-3 is the Hermann Norton Wine
Trail. Follow the trail to six local wineries for
special cellar tastings and an in-depth look at
Norton, Americas true red wine. This event,
sponsored by the Hermann Wine Trail, is by
advance ticket purchase only. For more details
or tickets, visit www.hermannmo.info.
May 16-17 is Maifest, the towns annual
spring celebration. The event features winery
tours and tastings, live German music and
plenty of German food.
Stone Hill Winery will be taking part in all
of these spring events. With more than 160
years of rich winemaking heritage, Stone Hill
is an intriguing union of Old World history
and new world technology.
Using French-American hybrid grapes
such as Vidal, Chardonel and Vignoles,Stone Hill makes sophisticated wines that
compare favorably to popular varietals such as
Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Norton,
the pride of Stone Hill, has been dominating
national and international wine competitions,
proving that Missouri can produce a big, full-
bodied red of world-class stature.
EUREKA
Experience the historic town of Eureka,
Mo. Eurekas rst known inhabitants were
Shawnee Indians who settled on the banks of
the Meramec River. Even today artifacts can
Visitors to historic
Hermann enjoy
the picturesque
charm of
Missouris
Rhine Village.
be found as evidence of their past occupation
of the area.
In 2008, Eureka celebrated its
sesquicentennial, the 150th anniversary of
the founding of the town.
Today, antiques and specialty shops
are among the most popular attractions in
Eureka. Those shops are lled with antiques,
art, home decorations, collectibles and jewelry.
There are also many cafs and restaurants tochoose from to satisfy any appetite.
Some of the shops visitors return to again
and again include several on North Central
Avenue, like Dragony Designs, About the
Details and Wool Gatherings. Also on North
Central is Solid Rock Kaffee Haus and R.
Gardner Photography.
Find a treasure trove of antiques at
the popular Great Midwest Antique Mall,
located at 530 Workman Road. More antique
shopping is available at Wallach House
Antiques, 510 N. West Ave.; tucked inside
their space is The Faded Ros Wine Shop.
While in Eureka, visit Winding Brook
Estate, a 17-acre farm with elds of lavender
planted for public harvesting during blooming
season. Potted lavender plants are available inMay, and the farm will be hosting lavender
harvesting beginning June 12. For more
information, call 636-587-2329 or visit www.
lavender.windingbrookestate.com.
For more information on things to do and
see in Eureka, visit www.eurekachamber.
org or www.eurekamerchants.com; or call
636-938-6633.
WASHINGTON
Located just 50 miles west of St. Louis is
charming Washington, Mo. The town is theperfect place for a scenic day trip or weekend
getaway along the beautiful Missouri River.
Amtrak stops here too.
Washington is known for its quaint shops,
restaurants and art galleries. It annually hosts
events along the picturesque riverfront.
Pay them a visit the fourth Thursday of
every month, through September, for Sunset
on the Riverfront, with live music, great food
and drink. The event is free, and is held at
Rennick Riverfront Park.
Enjoy the Washington Fine Art Fair and
Winefest, Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m to 10
p.m. Enjoy fantastic art, delicious Missouri
wines, live music and good food and drink.
For more information, call 636-239-1743.
Find out more about Washington at www.washmo.org.
My 15, 16 &17I Hitoi DowtowWhigto, Mioui
at the Intersection of Main & Elm Streets
MajorSupporter
This unique festival brings artists andvintners together on the streets ofhistoric downtown Washington!
This celebration is the largestall-Missouri winery-tasting eventin the stateenjoy samplesrom Missouri's fnest wineries.
View the work of a jury's selectiono more than 40 fne artists and enjoycontinuous live entertainment.
The Art Fair is free. Admissionto the Wine Pavilion is $15 inadvance or $20 a the entrance andincludes a special commemorativewine glass.
Sunday brings the Spring Fest Car
Show at St. Francis Borgia Parish.For more inormation and
Amtrak schedules, call636-239-1743 or 888-7WASHMO
You can also fnd us on the web atwww.downtownwashmo.org
TIckeTs avaIlableDroege's Market & Schroeder Drug downtown locationThis event sponsored by Downtown Washington, Inc.
arT FaIrFri 5 p.m.8 p.m.
Sat 11 a.m.8 p.m.
Sun 11 a.m.5 p.m.
WIneFesTFri 5 p.m.10 p.m.
Sat 12 p.m.10 p.m.
Sun 12 p.m.5 p.m.
No Coolers No outside AlCohol No Pets
the shopsof eureka
Antiqs CafsSpcialty Shps Art
Shops are full of
spring & summer merchandise!
About the Details111 N. Cntral Av. 636.587.7200
Dragonfly Designs145 S. Cntral Av. 636.587.9750
The Faded RoseWine Shop
(insid th Wallach Hs)
510 N. Wst Av. 636.938.6633
Great MidwestAntique Mall
530 Wran Rd. 636.938.6760
R. Gardner Photography106 S. Cntral Av. Sit C636.938.4634
Solid Rock Kaffee Haus129 S. Cntral Av. 636.938.1175
Wallach House Antiques510 N. Wst Av. 636.938.6633
Wool Gatherings141 S. Cntral Av. 636.938.9908
eurekachamber.orgeurekamerchants.com
euRekA, mo 63025ForinFocall 636.938.6633
Beginning June 12June through August Wed.-Sat 9-4, Sun. 10-4
New for 2009!Lvd d pss/dsss svddly 6/12
Open in MayWed-Sun 10-4 to pamper momand grads with gifts of lavender.
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3 Wg Brook estt drv, erk Mssor636-587-2329 www.WindingBrookEstate.com
Summer Lavender BloomP u b L i c H a r V e S ti n g
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The perfect Wine Country getaway
On the Missouri River just an hour west of St. Louis
HermannCome see why our 19th-century German village
was voted Missouris
most beautiful town.
Wineries B&Bs Historic District
800-932-8687 www.hermannmo.info
MayfestMay16-17
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