Day Trips & Overnights - WKT - Spring 2013

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20 Tuscola Tuscola Arcola Arcola St. Louis St. Louis Steelville Eureka 2 3 4 Gray Summit 5 9 10 Perryville Perryville Brazeau Brazeau Altenburg Altenburg Friedheim Friedheim Jackson Jackson Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau Barnhart Barnhart 11 Festus/ Crystal City Festus/ Crystal City 12 Ste. Genevieve Ste. Genevieve Ellington Ellington 22 21 18 15 7 13 14 16 3 8 8 68 6 1 Hannibal Hannibal 21 21 32 72 49 8 21 Potosi Okawville Okawville 17 Vandalia Vandalia Litchfield Litchfield 19 DAY TRIPS spring & overnights 1 Hannibal 2 Agusta/Defiance/Dutzow 3 Washington 4 Eureka 5 Gray Summit 6 Cuba 7 Steelville 8 Potosi 9 Kimmswick 10 Barnhart 11 Festus/Crystal City 12 Ste. Genevieve 13 Perryville 14 Farrar/Frohna 15 Ellington 16 Metropolis 17 Okawville 18 Effingham 19 Litchfield 20 Arthur 21 Arcola 22 Monticello Missouri Illinois 2013 April 26 - May 2, 2013 Webster-Kirkwood Times 11-A OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AWAIT AT YMCA TROUT LODGE Over 40 recreational and high adventure activities daily! Pricing includes lodging, buffet- style meals, and most activities. FUN DAILY THEMES ALL SUMMER LONG! Find us online! 1-888-FUN-YMCA www.troutlodge.org Set sail, ya salty sea dogs, and kick-off summer at Trout Lodge! PIRATE ADVENTURE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND May 24-26 Non Y Members are welcome!

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Day trips, overnights and mini-vacations in the Missouri and Illinois areas.

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DAY TRIPSspring

& overnights

1 Hannibal 2 Agusta/Defiance/Dutzow 3 Washington 4 Eureka 5 Gray Summit

6 Cuba 7 Steelville 8 Potosi 9 Kimmswick 10 Barnhart

11 Festus/Crystal City 12 Ste. Genevieve 13 Perryville 14 Farrar/Frohna 15 Ellington

16 Metropolis17 Okawville18 Effingham19 Litchfield

20 Arthur21 Arcola22 Monticello

Missouri Illinois

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OUTDOORADVENTURESAWAITAT YMCA TROUT LODGE

Over 40 recreational and high adventure activities daily! Pricing includes lodging, buffet-style meals, and most activities.

FUN DAILY THEMES ALL SUMMER LONG!

Find us online!

1-888-FUN-YMCA • www.troutlodge.org

Set sail, ya salty sea dogs, and kick-off summer at Trout Lodge!

PIRATE ADVENTURE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKENDMay 24-26

Non Y Members are welcome!

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Adventure, sights, festivals, history and Superman beckon travelers across the Missis-sippi River into Illinois.

MetropolisMetropolis, Ill., located at Exit 37 on I-24

at the southernmost tip of Illinois, is the offi-cial home of Superman and proudly honors its favorite son with a 15-foot bronze statue at Superman Square. And now, a new stat-ue of actress Noel Neil, posed as Lois Lane, stands just two blocks down the street.

The annual Superman Celebration on June 6-9 pays tribute to their favorite lead-ing man with entertainment, an amusement park, car show, celebrity appearances and a $1,000 Superhero Costume Contest. Re-

turning this year will be fan-favorites Mar-got Kidder and Michael Rosenbaum on June 8. Fans of all things Man-of-Steel know her best as “Lois Lane” from the Superman films. Rosenbaum is known for his role as “Lex Luthor” on “Smallville.”

In addition, organizers are once again encouraging Superman fans from all over to meet at the Superman Statue to break the record for the Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Superman.

Metropolis is also home to the first state park in Illinois – Fort Massac State Park, which overlooks the Ohio River. Experience the scenic splendor of southern Illinois with outdoor fun, such as hiking, camping, pic-nicking or boating and fishing on the Ohio River.

At Fort Massac, take a historical journey at the replica of the 1802 American fort that was on site. The historic fort area contains two barracks, three block houses, officer quarters, well, stockade and a fraise fence. The site also has the archaeological outline of the 1757 French fort.

For those who enjoy the excitement of gaming, Metropolis is also home to Harrah’s Metropolis Casino & Hotel.

For more information on Metropolis, visit www.metropolistourism.com.

Litchfield, Ill.Experience the nostalgia of three miles of

original “Mother Road” highway while driv-ing through Litchfield, located along Inter-state 55 about one hour from St. Louis.

Litchfield boasts what is believed to be the oldest restaurant on Route 66. The Ariston

Café was founded by Pete Adam, a Greek immigrant, in Carlinville, Ill., in 1924. In 1929 the cafe was relocated to Litchfield, and moved to its present location on Route 66 in 1935.

Drive-in movie theaters are a thing of the past in St. Louis, but one remains along His-toric Rte. 66 in Litchfield. Sky View Drive-In began operating in the spring of 1950. It is now open for the season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings.

For the outdoor enthusiast, Lake Lou Yaeger has over 45 miles of beautiful shore-line with 300 acres of parks. The lake draws fishermen and boaters from both Illinois and Missouri. Discover the lake on the Fourth of July during Litchfield’s huge fireworks display at the lake. From June to September, bass tournaments are held each Thursday evening at 5:15 p.m. and are open to the public.

It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s Super In Illinois

Enjoy the great outdoors at Lake Shelbyville, located in Central Illinois, off I-57. photo courtesy Lake Shelbyville Area CVB

Metropolis is the proud home of Superman. cont. p. 13A

Cross the river and see what awaits in towns from Metropolis to Effingham

Replica of the 1802 fort at Fort Massac.

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SupermanSuperman

JUNE 6 - 9, 2013

SUPERMAN and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics. (s13)

For more information, call theMetropolis Chamber of Commerce

at 800.949.5740 or at www.supermancelebration.netor www.metropolistourism.com

CelebrationCelebration

Soaring your way soon!

15 Ft. Bronze Statue

Meet Celebrities

Man of Steel Competition

$1000 Superhero Costume Contest & MORE!

Car Show SuperDog

Children’s Activities Color-A-Cape

Artist’s Alley

Amusement Park Road Race

Bike Ride

Live Music

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Effingham, Ill.Located in Central Illinois where Inter-

state 57 meets Interstate 70, Effingham has a little something for everyone. The city boasts 18 hotels and over 60 restaurants and many attractions. The Effingham Performance Center attracts such artists as Rock and Roll hall of famer B.B. King who will perform on May 29, and Bob Saget’s “R” rated stand-up act on June 21.

Other Effingham attractions include Cross at the Crossroads, Firefly Grill on the shores of Kristie Lake, the intimate Tuscan Hills Winery and Lake Sara.

The annual FunFest for Air-Cooled VWs, will draw over 1,000 VWs and 8,000 enthusiasts to Mid America Motorworks on May 31-June 2.

While in Effingham, stop by the Visitor Center, pick up a “pig” and take pictures of the pig on your travels. Post the picture on Visit Effingham’s Facebook page for a chance to win a gift basket featuring local businesses.

North of Effingham off I-57 is beautiful Lake Shelbyville, an Army Corps of Illinois lake with 11,000 acres of water featuring 200 miles of shoreline, camping, boating, hiking and more.

Lake Shelbyville is renowned for great fishing. It was selected by Bassmaster Maga-zine as one of the best bass lakes in Illinois. With swim season, don the bathing suits and take a dip in the lake’s three public beaches which open on May 25 for the season.

Put on the hiking shoes and hike some of the over 50 miles of developed multi-pur-pose trails on public lands, stopping to enjoy the scenery and picturesque views.

MonticelloThe town of Monticello boasts the Mon-

ticello Railway Museum where visitors can take a train ride and see a railway car display

that includes a Pullman and post office car. The museum is open Saturdays and Sun-days, May through October.

OkawvilleFrom St. Louis, head east on Interstate

64 about 40 miles to “enjoy the splendor of a simpler time” in Okawville. The town has long enjoyed its reputation as home to the only remaining mineral springs resort in Illinois. For many years excursion trains brought guests to the baths for the therapeu-tic effects of the mineral water. Originally founded as Bridgeport in 1838, it wasn’t un-til the mid 1870s that Germans immigrated, renaming the community Okawville.

The Original Springs Hotel was estab-lished in 1867 when the value of the mineral water was discovered. The hotel consists of a century-old hotel, restaurant, and mineral spa. Its present building was opened May 1, 1893, after a fire completely destroyed the previous structure in 1891. The hotel has a heated pool and 36 guest rooms, a blend of the past and present.

The hotel offers several packages for sweethearts or friends who seek a relaxing getaway centered around mineral baths.

Golfers can spend the day at the 18-hole Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course, then head to the hotel for a spa treatment before enjoying dinner in the restaurant.

Lots To Do In Illinois from page 12A

The Original Springs Hotel in Okawville was established in 1867.

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EffinghamVisit

Firefly Grill

The Cross at the CrossroadsThe Effingham Performance Center

Tuscan Hills Winery

TREC Trail

Eat. Stay. Play.

www.visiteffinghamil.com 800.772.0750

Like “Visit Effingham” on Facebook

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A Simpler Life Awaits In Illinois Amish CountryIn Illinois Amish Country horse-drawn

buggies are nearly as common as automo-biles. Since 1865, when three Pennsylvania Mennonite families first settled in the area, it has become known simply as “Amish Coun-try.”

To get there, take Interstate 57 north to the communities of Arthur, Arcola, Tuscola and Sullivan, home to about 4,500 conservative, rural Amish who strive to “be not conformed to this world.” Their presence, combined with their more progressive “English” neigh-bors, creates an intriguing cultural blend of the old and the new. The two factions are respectful of one another’s differences and together have created a haven for tourism.

Arthur, whose motto is “you’re a stranger only once,” is in the heart of Amish Country, 10 miles west of I-57. The vibrant central shopping district in the downtown district is chock-full of Amish-owned or operated shops selling handcrafted clothes, custom cabinetry, home furnishings and unique gifts. Discover these items and take the time to visit with shopkeepers to learn more about their lifestyle. Most Amish-owned businesses are closed on Sundays.

Arthur doesn’t have any chain restau-rants. Instead, locally-owned eateries serve lovingly prepared comfort food. For a treat, stop by Dick’s Pharmacy for a “world fa-mous soda.”

Arthur hosts several annual festivals and ongoing events, such as the Downtown Craft Market, held the third Saturday of every month with an array of crafts and antiques.

On Saturday, June 1, come out for the annual Strawberry Jam Festival, which fea-tures live music, strawberry treats of every kind, crafts, games and more.

Arthur will play host to about 30,000 on Saturday, June 29, for Arthur’s Freedom Celebration and Fireworks. The annual event features fireworks, craft shows, pa-rades, food and more.

Other events are scheduled throughout

the summer, such as the Annual Moultrie-Douglas County Fair, July 7-13. For a com-plete schedule of activities, visit www.illinois-amishcountry.com.

While Arthur is considered the heart of Amish Country, Arcola is home to the larg-est Amish community in Illinois.

The Illinois Amish Museum at Rockome Gardens in Arcola offers an in-depth introduction to the Old Order lifestyle. In addition to the museum, stroll through Rockome’s extensive gardens, visit the shops, or enjoy a family-style meal at the restaurant. Tours of Amish homes and farms can also be arranged.

For those in the market for Amish furni-ture, Arcola has plenty of options at its vari-ous furniture dealers.

The community also schedules numerous events throughout the year. On June 7 and 8, Raggedy Ann and Andy enthusiasts will

visit the small town that was the boyhood home of the creator of the Raggedy Ann phenomenon, Johnny Gruelle.

On June 15, the Pop the Top Festival will feature a car show in Downtown Arcola, adjacent to “The One and Only Moomaw America Hippie Memorial.” Plus, check out the15 beautiful new murals painted by the famous Walldogs, celebrating Arcola history.

Horse Progress Days will showcase new-ly-manufactured and modified horse-drawn equipment July 5 and 6. Highlights include field demonstrations, educational seminars, a parade of breeds, pony pulls, sheep herd-ing demonstrations and more.

Arcola has the distinction as being “Broom Corn Capital of the World.” The Broom Corn Festival on Sept. 6-8 will cel-ebrate that honor with broom activities, arts and crafts, free entertainment, great food, a parade, 5K or 10K races and more.

Horse-drawn buggies & cars share the road in Arthur, Arcola, Tuscola & Sullivan

A farm in Illinois Amish Country photo by Diana Linsley

A horse-drawn carriage travels one of the country roads. photo by Diana Linsley

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DICKS PHARMACY

MODERN PHARMACYHOMETOWN DRUGSTORE

Hours: Mon-Fri 8-6 • Sat 8-5:30118 S. VINE ST. • ARTHUR IL

217-543-2913

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Hand Made - Made from Scratch Original - Old Fashioned - Artisan

Quality - NaturalOne of A Kind Shopping

Words that describe Arthur!

Plan a visit Today.

Visit the Arthur Amish Country Shops. Country grocery stores, quilt and fabric shops, bakeries, orchards and fruitstands,

greenhouses, lawn furniture, butchers, woodworking shops, stoves and more.

Our “Country Shops” are unique opportunities to interact directly with Amish shopkeepers, learn more about their “simple” lifestyle and find special treasures to take home.

Plus, You can spend a day or more in the unique shops in Downtown Arthur alone! Antiques, gifts, Amish quilts, fresh fudge, cheese and baked goods, local crafts, sewing notions and fabric, Martin guitars, an old fashioned soda fountain with hand made drum sticks, hand dipped sodas and more! You’ll find a couple of custom Amish made furniture shops downtown

plus one of the finest menswear stores in Downstate Illinois!

IllInoIs AmIsh Country

Arthur & IllInoIs AmIsh Country mAke An eAsy & Fun dAy trIp just A Couple oF hours AwAy!

www.IllinoisAmishCountry.com for shopping information, event dates and additional up to the minute details.

Arthur-Amish Country Welcome Center106 E. Progress, Arthur, IL 61911

1-800-722-6474

Take I-70 East to Effingham, then take I-57 North to Exit 203 Arcola, and then left (West) on State Route 133 nine miles to Arthur

...the Heart of Illinois Amish Country

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Take a leisurely spring or summer drive down Interstate 55 to not only discover the area’s rich German and French heritage, but also Missouri’s newest wine trail.

Crystal CityBefore embarking on a history tour,

check out Crystal City Underground Sports Complex (CCU), a former sand mine locat-ed off I-55 in Crystal City. CCU contains six-million-square feet of enclosed under-ground climate-controlled space. It now of-fers disc golf, volleyball, big screen TVs on Thursdays 7 to 11 p.m., Fridays 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturdays 1 p.m. to midnight, and Sundays 1 to 5 p.m. In addition, barge rides are available on CCU’s underground lake.

KimmswickJust 25 miles south of St. Louis down

I-55 is the historic village of Kimmswick, founded in 1850 along the mighty Missis-sippi River. The small town features quaint craft and specialty stores such as Mississip-pi Mud Gallery & Gifts; restaurants, such as the popular Blue Owl Restaurant; and a variety of family-friendly events.

An annual favorite is the Strawberry Fes-tival with activities for children and adults alike. This year it will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2 with, of course, strawberries everywhere, plus music, arts & crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides, pony rides, petting zoo and more.

Kimmswick will go pink June 13-16 at Shop for the Cure. A portion of all pur-chases from participating shops and res-taurants will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.

On June 16, the town will host its annual

Father’s Day Car Show, which is open to all makes and models of cars, trucks and mo-torcycles.

Ste. GenevieveVisitors to Ste. Genevieve can step back

into the world of an authentic 18th Century French colony while enjoying the friendly at-mosphere and charm of small-town Ameri-ca. Tour internationally-recognized historic homes, shop unique specialty stores and browse art galleries, taste wines and savor the local cuisine

Much of the town’s charm and ambiance is due to the remarkable preservation of the original Colonial settlement. Its narrow streets and fenced gardens surround some of the most significant 18th-century architec-ture in the nation.

Established on the west bank of the Mis-sissippi River, the village of Ste. Genevieve was settled in the late 1740s about two miles south of its present location.

To celebrate its history, the small town hosts numerous events throughout the year.

During the second weekend in June, French Fest will feature living history, live traditional music, folk dancing, French cui-sine, wine tasting, re-enactors in period dress, gumbo cook-off with French delights, street dance, parades, open houses, walking tours, tea with ‘Marie Antoinette’ at the Guibourd House and more.

On July 4, come for Freedom Celebration with music, dancing, food and fireworks.

The annual Jour de Fête is southeast Mis-souri’s largest crafts fair. Held in the heart of Ste. Genevieve’s Historic District on the second full weekend in August, visitors can

Venture Down I-55 For Taste Of History & Wine

Streets of Ste. Genevieve are lined with its many historic buildings.photo by Diana Linsley

History lessons abound down I-55 in Kimmswick, Ste. Genevieve & Perry County

cont. p. 17A

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Eggers & CompanyGeneral StoreBed & Breakfast

Call for availability, Fridays & Saturdays573.824.5271 OR 314.706.0159

[email protected]

A Farrar, Missouri a

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places Ellen and Steve Frye, owners & hosts

Crystal CityUndergroUnd

sports, Music & More

Music every Fri & Sat @ 8

2 for 1adUlt Barge rideplease present coupon

Visit our website for directions, hours and music schedule

Less than an hour from St. Louis314-581-2582 • www.crystalcityunderground.com

Crystal Clear 150 acre underground lake, 55˚ year round, Barge Rides, Kayak & Canoe Tours, Disc Golf, Indoor Sand Volleyball and Special Events

Blueg rass Music FestS a t u r d a y ~ J u n e 2 9

• Listed on National Registry of Historical Places• Visit us on Facebook

Saxon Lutheran MemorialFrohna, MO... just 90 minutes south of St. Louis573-824-5404 • saxonlutheranmemorial.org • [email protected]

Starting at 10 a.m., music all day long! Food booths, local eateries, fresh baked bread and coffee cake. Jam sessions open to visiting “jammers.”

Fireworks finale! Tickets only $15 - Adults • FREE for children 15 & under

only 25 minutes from the st. louis Arch in bArnhArt, mo7272 sheppard Dr. | www.persimmonridgewinery.com | 314-488-7940

Live Music every Saturday and Sunday from 2-5 p.m.

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About two hours from St. Louis north on Highway 61, discover the scenic river town of Hannibal, the childhood home of beloved author Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain. The town was founded in 1819, along the banks of the Mississippi River. It was there that Clemens found the inspira-tion for his books, such as “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.”

The Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum, which celebrated its 100th anni-versary in 2012, offers a glimpse into Cle-mens’ life with its eight historic buildings, including the Boyhood Home, a National Historic Landmark. Stop in to see the mu-seum’s updated exhibit of 15 original Nor-man Rockwell paintings.

Hannibal plays hosts to numerous events, such as Twain on Main Festival on May 25 and 26. The free arts and crafts festival with a Mark Twain twist with vendors, entertain-ment, food and fun. This year’s theme is Mark Twain’s book, “The Prince and the Pauper.”

A wide variety of wares by artists and ar-tisans will be on display at the Hannibal Art Fair on June 15 and 16 in downtown Han-nibal.

Music Under the Stars, a series of free concerts, is held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in front of Samuel Clemens’ Boyhood Home beginning May 30 to July 25.

Celebrate Independence Day at the Han-nibal Jaycee’s 38th Annual National Tom Sawyer Days, July 3-7. This family-friendly festival features fence-painting competitions, a parade, craft fair, carnival, fireworks over the river and more.

For more information on these and other events, visit www.visithannibal.com.

browse arts and crafts booths, enjoy music, foods and other activities.

Perry CountyOne of the oldest communities in Mis-

souri, Perry County was settled by Lutheran immigrants in the early 1800s. Located just west of the Mississippi River about 80 miles from St. Louis, the area includes Perryville, Frohna, Altenburg, Brazeau and Farrar.

In Frohna, the Saxon Lutheran Memo-rial, an outdoor history museum set in a log cabin village, highlights the pioneering spirit of the early immigrants from Germany who settled Perry County.

The historic working farm and home was the home of Wilhelm and Christian Bergt, two brothers who participated in the 1839 immigration from Saxony Germany. Today the site is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and consists of 15 buildings, seven of which are historic log cabins dating from 1820 to 1840.

On Saturday, June 29, the memorial will come to life with a Bluegrass Music Fest beginning at 10 a.m. In addition to all-day music and jam session open to visiting “jam-mers,” visitors can enjoy fare from local eat-eries, fresh baked bread and coffee cake. The day will close with a fireworks finale.

Perryville, the “Heartland’s best-kept secret,” has a small-town feel while offer-

ing amenities of larger communities. Shop specialty stores, visit wineries, then head to Willow House Bed and Breakfast, Per-ryville’s first bed and breakfast. Built in1901, the Victorian home has been historically re-stored and provides many of today’s accom-modations.

Ellen and Steve Frye of Webster Groves host guests at the Eggers & Company Gen-eral Store-Bed and Breakfast in Farrar. The The general store with house attached is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been lovingly restored by the Fryes. Ellen’s grandfather, Martin ”Tom” Eggers and his brother Walt were the store owners from 1920 through 1966.

Missouri’s eighth and newest wine trail can be found among the rolling hills of Southeast Missouri. The Mississippi River Hills Wine Trail, established in 2012, con-sists of six wineries. They are alike in that the wineries are all family-owned and oper-ated, but each has its unique appeal and of-fers a diversity of wines from dry and semi-dry to sweet and fruity. The wineries are: The Barrens Winery in Perryville, Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery in Friedheim, Hemman Winery in Brazeau, Tower Rock Vineyard and Winery in Altenburg, Roth-brick Winery in Jackson and Hunter Valley Winery in Cape Girardeau.

Youngsters portray Becky Thatcher and Huckleberry Finn in Hannibal.

photo by Diana Linsley

Missouri’s Heritage from page 16A

Saxon Lutheran Memorial in Frohna is an outdoor history

museum.

Hannibal: Home Of Author Samuel Clemens

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Savor the flavors of Southeast Missouri as you wind through the swelling river hills.

The Barrens Winery2815 N. Hwy 51Perryville, MO 63775573-547-6968Great wine, great food, great times. Just 5 minutes from Perryville. Enjoy live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery1930 County Rd. 401Friedheim, MO 63747573-788-2211Named one of the 13 New and Exciting Things to Do in 2013 by the Missouri Division of Tourism. Enjoy great wine, delicious food, and live music while relaxing on our decks overlooking beautiful Apple Creek!

Hemman Winery13022 Hwy. CBrazeau, MO 63737573-824-6040Located in an 1800’s country setting. Take a step back in time by sitting on the front porch or wine garden and relax. Celebrating 10 years in business.

Tower Rock Vineyard and Winery10769 Hwy. AAltenburg, MO 63732573-824-5479Relax in the winery or by the pond with its fun fountain. Fine wines, live music, country-quiet atmosphere in East Perry County.

Rothbrick Winery 420 Peckew TrailJackson, MO 63755573-204-8002For an afternoon or a getaway, enjoy our fine wines, vineyards, horseback riding, cabin rentals and fishing ponds. Located on 100 acres of rolling hills.

Hunter Valley Winery762 Hwy. VCape Girardeau, MO 63701573-332-0879At our small winery, named after our son Hunter, you can enjoy award winning wines and gourmet foods. Visit the oldest winery in Cape County and sit by our 3 acre lake.

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2013 eventsSpring / Summer

❤ Mother-Daughter – Girlfriend’s Day – may 4th

❤ Girlfriend’s Day – may 18th❤ Strawberry Festival – June 1st & 2nd❤ Girlfriend’s Day – June 8th❤ Dine Out for the Cure – June 12th❤ Shop For the Cure – June 12th-16th❤ Father’s Day Car Show – June 16th❤ Annual Daylily Sale – June 22nd❤ ALS 5k Run/Walk – August 17th

Shopping • Dining • History • Festivals

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for Women Who Want to Have Fun!

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one of a KindHandcrafted Jewelry,

glass, pottery andso much more!

Holly Yashi JewelryLa-Tee-Da! Fragrance Lamps

www.theblueowl.comTue. - Fri. 10 - 3 • Sat. & Sun. 10 - 5

(636)464-3128

Celebrating our 28th Anniversary

The

Blue OwlRestaurant & Bakery

In Historic Kimmswick

Mother’s Day May 12 • By Reservation

$2.00 OFF*Our Delicious, Homemade

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Try the Terriffic Trio – only $13.95 Choose any 3 Items:

k Cup of Soup k 1/2 Salad k 1/2 Quiche Slicek 1/2 Reuben k Mini-Croissant k Slice of Pie

Hannibal, MissouriThe stories started here

*“Travel is fatal to prejudice,

bigotry and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts.”

-Mark Twain*

Plan your Visit

TODAY!Interactive exhibits,

original Rockwells, unique gifts and award-winning storytelling!

marktwainmuseum.org120 N. Main St.573-221-9010

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Outdoor enthusiasts have plenty of op-tions when it comes to experiencing the state’s woodlands, rivers and streams.

Ellington, a small community nestled in the rolling green hills of Reynolds County in the southern Missouri Ozarks, has just over 1,000 residents, yet the region abounds with natural attractions. Designated Mis-souri Scenic Highway 21 connects the com-munity to new four-lane U.S. 60 about 19 miles to the south. St. Louis is 130 miles to the northeast and Poplar Bluff is 55 miles to the southeast.

The area boasts thousands of acres of state and federal forests and parks to rivers and large lakes. Included are the Current and Black rivers, Clearwater Lake, Rocky Falls and Blue Spring. Fort Barnesville, a Civil War encampment, is in the process of partial restoration. Ellington is also home to the Reynolds County Museum, which high-lights the rich history of the Ozarks.

Three miles west of Ellington on High-way 106 is the Missouri Department of Conservation’s Current River Conservation Area, which encompasses approximately 28,000 acres. The area offers nature lovers a variety of activities from hiking, birding, hunting, camping and fishing.

The Blue Springs Natural Area is part of the conservation area. Blue Spring is the sixth largest, and the deepest, spring in Mis-souri with an average daily flow of 90 mil-lion gallons of water.

Experience the beauty of this area by car along Scenic Highway 106, a 26-mile stretch from Ellington to Eminence.

Over Labor Day bring the family to the Reynolds County Fair for a three full days of carnival rides, a bull-riding rodeo, four-wheeler event, mule jumping, games, food, beauty pageants, crafts, entertainment, horse shows, and more.

Ozark National Scenic RiverwaysWest of Ellington can be found the mag-

nificent Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is the first national park area to protect a river system – the Current and Jacks Fork rivers. Spring-fed, cold and clear, the rivers are a delight to canoe, swim, boat or fish. Besides these two famous rivers, the park is home to hundreds of freshwater springs, caves, trails and his-toric sites such as Alley Mill.

For more information on the Ozark Na-tional Scenic Riverways, visit www.nps.gov/ozar/index.htm.

SteelvilleSteelville and Cuba, west of St. Louis

off Interstate 44, are also popular outdoor recreation areas. The Meramec River cuts a path between Cuba and neighboring Steel-ville. Steelville is situated on three rivers: the Meramec, the Huzzah and the Courtois. Canoeing and kayaking are big draws in warm-weather months.

With the Meramec Music Theatre, Steel-ville is also the place for music lovers. It fea-tures concerts from country to oldies, patri-otic to Christmas shows, plus professional gospel and bluegrass groups.

For family reunions, Kick’n K Farmhouse & Arena in Steelville provides a private coun-try experience in its 1899 farmhouse which

sleeps up to 10. Along with water fun on the Meramec River, the farmhouse offers a vari-ety of recreational activities.

For canoeing to camping along the Cour-tois, Huzzah and Meramec rivers, Bass Riv-er Resort, 10 miles east of Steelville offers many options.

In Cuba, groups large and small are wel-come at the Country Kitchen, which features a buffet on weekends.

Trout LodgeVisit YMCA Trout Lodge and discover

why it has been a favorite destination for families for over 50 years. Trout Lodge, lo-cated in the heart of Mark Twain National Forest, is situated on a 360-acre lake sur-rounded by 5,000 acres of forest-covered hills. From archery to ziplines, arts and crafts to horseback rides, there’s something for everyone. This year-round, not-for-profit, family getaway and conference center is 75 minutes south of St. Louis between Steelville and Potosi. Day passes are also available.

With great family themes and lots of ac-tivities from which to choose, Trout Lodge offers affordable family fun. Check out what the lodge has to offer by visiting www.trout-lodge.org.

Two rivers, where the Current meets the Jacks Fork.photo courtesy of the National Park Service

Explore Missouri’s Natural WondersLush forests, clear rivers & streams invite outdoor lovers to jump in & indulge

Purina Farms is situated on over 300 acres of rolling hills near Interstate 44 at Gray Summit. Youngsters can play in the hayloft, milk a cow, take a wagon ride, plus see everyday pets such as dogs and cats.

A variety of events are sponsored throughout the year, including Moms Market on Thursday, June 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Moms can browse and sample a variety of local woman-owned businesses, while kids play in a bounce house, create crafts, play games and more. On June 15-17, a Country Time Bluegrass Festival will fill the farm with music.

The Purina Event Center holds a vari-ety of canine and feline events from con-formation shows to performance events like obedience, agility, rally and flyball. Visitors can see some of the most pres-tigious dog and cat shows in the country year-round, such as the Mississippi Val-ley Kennel Club and Missouri Rhineland Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows on May 31-June 3.

Except where noted, all dog shows and events are free and open to the public. Spectators can sit ring-side or watch all the action from bleachers and grassy hill-sides for outdoor events. For more details, visit www.purinafarms.com.

EurekaOn the way to Purina Farms along I-44

among the rolling hills of Southwest St. Louis County is Eureka. This small town is home to the unique Winding Brook Estate, a 17-acre lavender farm. Visit the Lavender Shoppe for everything lavender, all occasion gifts, gourmet foods and more. Welcome spring with a Lavender Spring Tea Lunch. The farm is open May through December, Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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May 18 Gospel: Mark Trammell Quartet 7PMJune 1 Gospel: Jeff & Sheri Easter 7PMJune 2 Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver 3PMJune 22 Restless Heart 8PMJuly 20 Gospel: The Talleys 7PMJuly 28 Ray Price 2PMAug. 3 Firefall 8PMAug. 10 Gospel: The Hoppers 7PMSep. 29 Ricky Skaggs 3PMOct. 13 Oak Ridge Boys 2PMOct. 26 Gospel: The Isaacs 7PMOct. 27 Dailey & Vincent 3PMNov. 9 Clint Black 8PM 2013 Freedom Fest July 4

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Clearwater Lake and Webb Creek Recreation Area – Hwy H – Bring the family to boat, ski, fish, and unwind on crystal clear Clearwater Lake. This area of the lake is formed where Webb Creek and Logan Creek empty into Clearwater Lake. It is known for its crappie, bass and catfish fishing in the spring and fun for the entire family all summer long. Camping is available; plus a full service marina with boat/wave runner rentals on site. Webb Creek Park features over 40 electric campsites, swim beach, playground, showers, picnic pavilions, boat

launch, and more. Call Webb Creek Marina at 573-461-2344 for marina, boat rental and campsite information. If you are interested in all the conveniences of home call Webb Creek Cabins for cabin rentals, 573-461-2244.

Black River and K Bridge Recreation Area – K Hwy –

Float, canoe, fish and explore the beautiful Black River. Enjoy swimming, camping and picnicking right on the banks of the Black River. K Bridge Recreation Area and Campground offers playground, showers, electric and comfort station. Floats (raft or canoe) can be arranged on site by calling Jeff ’s Canoe Rental at 573-598-4555.

Current River – Hwy 106 – Fish, swim, camp and relax on majestic Current River. Rough camping is available at Powder Mill (formerly Owl’s Bend) and features 8 family sites. These are on a first come basis. Most campsites at Powder Mill are located on the water so bring your tubes and rafts. This campground is conveniently located near the Ozark Trail which passes by on the far side of the river. A marked hiking trail leads to the beautiful Blue Spring. Family sites are $10.00 per night; electric not available.

Blue Spring – Hwy 106 – This spring is the 6th largest spring in Missouri and known for its deep blue color. It has been said that this spring is so deep, if submerged the Statue of Liberty’s torch would not be seen above the

water. Blue Spring can be accessed by boat or a short hike from Powder Mill Recreation Area. Located on Current River, near Powder Mill.

Rocky Falls – NN Hwy – A cascading crystal Rocky Creek drops from the Ozark Mountains into a lazy pool which eventually winds through the Ozarks to Current River. A must see if you are in the area and fun for all ages. Wear non-slip shoes and use caution when climbing on the falls. Picnic tables provided.

Current River Conservation Area – Consists of 28,000 acres of state land. Deer, turkey, eagles, elk and a multitude of wildlife can be seen. UTV’s, ATV’s and vehicle traffic are welcomed on miles of gravel roads that wind through some 60+ food plots. Buford pond, Missouri’s

first fire tower, a 1926 log cabin and an earthen Fort Barnesville can all be found here. Buford Pond provides fishing and picnicking and is a favorite location of all. For hunting enthusiasts an unstaffed rifle and archery range are provided. Current River Conservation Area is home to the Missouri Ozark Ecosystem Project, the

world’s most comprehensive forest management study. This 100 year project spans over 9,000 acres. Main park entrance located on South Road in Ellington.Maps are available at the main park entrance.

Local Flavor – You won’t want to miss the Reynolds County Museum while visiting Ellington. This museum is filled with relicts from days gone by and the rich history of the Ozarks. Open Mar-Nov, T-F 10-4 and 2nd Saturday of the month 10-4. Call 573-663-3233 for more information. If you’re looking for an original local spot to eat, Saso’s Pizza & Arcade serves up “one of a kind” pizza with fresh ingredients, stop by their location on Main Street or give them a call at 573-663-2585. For other tastes, hand patted burgers, daily specials, deli sandwiches, made-from-scratch desserts, milk shakes, soft serve ice cream and more can be found at several small restaurants located in town, all served up by friendly folks! Need a spot for the kids to play, then visit Brawley Park

located on South Road. This park features a playground, basketball courts, picnic pavilions and short hiking trail. Want some nostalgia from a couple decades back; how about a Drive In movie. One of only a few drive-ins left in the Midwest is located just south of Ellington on Highway 21.

Ozark Trail – Hwy 106 – Blair Creek & Current River section; Hwy 106 – Whether you are looking for a one day hike or want to make a few days of it; hiking these sections of the Ozark Trail is rewarding and adventurous. Such splendid locations as Rocky Falls, Klepzig Mill and Buzzard Mountain Shut-Ins are located right on the trail. For the adventurous visitor this is a must!

Blair Creek – Hwy 106 – This area is a favorite of the locals spring, summer and fall. For the person who is looking for the unknown, adventure into the wild Ozark hills for beautiful views, caves, swimming, picnicking. Here riding the back roads in ATV’s, UTV’s and 4-wheel drives is exciting and fun. Entrance located North of Hwy 106 across from Blue Spring entrance.

Scenic Highway 106 – This 26 mile drive between Ellington and Eminence is known statewide for its scenic views and beauty, and is especially a favorite in the fall. This section of highway is also home to the Mid-Atlantic Bicycle Trail and sees many bicycle travelers from April-October. Bicycle enthusiasts say it’s one of the “toughest sections on the trail” and known for the steep hills & hollers.

Peck Ranch – H Highway, Shannon County – Listen for the bugle this fall! Elk are now roaming the hills of the Ozarks and can be seen in Peck Ranch, Current River Conservation Area and the surrounding region. Thanks to the Missouri Department of Conservation’s recent Elk Restoration Program elk were released into the elk zone beginning in the summer of 2011. With the third release the summer of 2013 the elk herd is nearing 100 bulls, cows and calves. Peck Ranch is open from sunrise/sunset daily and offers a driving tour. Bugling occurs in the fall, Sept-Nov. Check the Missouri Dept of Conservation website for park closing details. Maps are available at park entrance.

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2013 EVENTS: Spring Fever Days: May 10 & 11 • Spring Smokin’ BBQ Competition: May 10 & 11 • 4th of July Celebration: July 4 Reynolds County Fair: August 29, 30 & 31 • Halloween Parade: October 26

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Savor Missouri’s wine country with its rolling hills, beautiful countryside, quaint German towns, plus award-winning wines. In fact, Missouri has long been noted for its wines – as far back as the Civil War.

Wineries along the picturesque Missouri Weinstrasse (scenic Highway 94 wine road) remain top producers, garnering critical ac-claim. But they also attract tourists, who en-joy sampling locally-manufactured vintages, touring wineries, strolling through historic districts and browsing at boutiques, antique shops and craft fairs.

AugustaThe small town of Augusta boasts the first

recognized wine district in the United States. Augusta, just 30 minutes west of St. Louis, joins Defiance, Dutzow, Washington and Hermann as the small-town gems of Missouri Wine Country, a scenic 50-mile swath strad-dling the Missouri River.

Augusta’s newest winery is family-owned Noboleis Vineyards. Enjoy lunch, wine and rolling vineyards, while listening to live music every Saturday and Sunday through August (www.noboleisvineyards.com).

DefianceDefiance is home to Chandler Hill

Vineyards, which features live music on weekends through August. For more details, call 636-798-2675 or visit www.chandlerhillvineyards.com.

Defiance was once home to Daniel Boone, who spent his final years in a stately, four-story limestone house over-looking Femme Osage Creek. That house and over a dozen relocated and restored 19th-century buildings called Boonesfield Village are open to the pub-lic, bringing to life the days when Mis-souri was America’s frontier. For details, call 636-798-2005 or visit www.linden-wood.edu/boone.

DutzowMusic will fill the air at Blumenhof Win-

ery on South Highway 94 on Saturdays and Sundays. With its architecture and ambience, the winery’s German heritage is evident. It is located in the historic village of Dutzow, Mis-souri’s oldest German settlement, which was founded in 1832. For more details, visit www.blumenhof.com.

WashingtonWashington, billed as “Heart of Wine

Country,” is less than an hour’s drive from St. Louis on Highway 100 from I-44. Visit the historic river town for shopping, dining or sightseeing.

The German populace began with the arrival of 12 Catholic families in the fall of 1833. Many of the town’s historic structures remain today. Henry Ribbe and his son An-ton helped put Washington on the map as the “Corncob Pipe Capital of the World” when they began making corncob pipes in 1869.

Washington Town & Country Fair will be a highlight of the summer on Aug. 7-11. with

a variety of activities and entertainment for the whole family. This year’s entertainment lineup includes Parmalee, Lynyrd Skynyrd, REO Speedwagon and Justin Moore. The annual fair is just one of events throughout the year. For more information, visit www.washmo.org.

HermannHermann, nestled along the banks of

the Missouri River, is in the center of wine country and is known for its prize-winning wineries. The town, established in 1837 as a German Society settlement, is also a magnet for history lovers. Over 150 buildings in and around downtown are on the National Reg-ister of Historic Places.

BarnhartDown Interstate 55, 25 minutes from

downtown St. Louis, enjoy wine in the out-door setting of Persimmon Ridge Vineyards in Barnhart. The winery features live music on Saturdays and Sundays 2 to 5 p.m. and is open year round.

Sample Local Vintages In Missouri Wine CountryGerman towns from Augusta to Dutzow are known for vineyards with award-winning wines

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Tasting Room & Gift Shop Open Dailyat Highway 94 in Dutzow, Missouri

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Music, Mothers and Memorial Day!Welcome to the most delightful and memorable month of the year at Chandler Hill!

In addition to fabulous wines, food, music and weather, don’t miss our annual Mother’s Day Brunch (May 12th), our 2013 Memorial Day Celebration with Jamie Allman and Steve “Elvis” Davis (May 27th) and Sunday Farmer’s Markets starting May 12th.

It’s just a few of the reasons Chandler Hill has been voted “Best Winery” in Sauce Magazine, Ladue News and St. Louis Magazine.

Magnificent Mother’s Day BrunchSunday, May 12th - 10:00AM to 12:00PMTreat Mom and the family to our sumptuous Mother’s Day Brunch!

Reservations required! Call 636-798-2675

97.1 KFTK Memorial Day CelebrationMonday, May 27th - 11:00AM to 6:00PM $5.00 CoverMusic all day including Steve “Elvis” Davis with his entire band. Join Jamie Allman and the 97.1 morning team at the premier Memorial Day event benefiting our veterans!

Sat, May 4 - Encore 1-4 p.m.

Sun, May 5 - Falling Martins 1-4 p.m.

Sat, May 11 - Danny Black 1-4 p.m.

Sun, May 12 - MOTHER’S DAY - Fanfare 1-4 p.m.

OPENING DAY - Chandler Hill Farmer’s Market!

Sat, May 18 - Acoustics Anonymous 1-4 p.m.

Sun, May 19 - Adonis Blue 1-4 p.m.

Sat, May 25 - Pat Liston Band 1-4 p.m.

Sun, May 26 - Scandaleros 1-4 p.m.

Mon, May 27 - MEMORIAL DAY Kevin Bilchik Band 11:30-2:30 p.m. Steve Davis 3:30-6 p.m.

Fri, May 31 - Joe Mancuso Jazz Quartet 7-10 p.m.

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May 17–19 • Fine Art Fair & WinefestSample wines at the only “All

Missouri Wineries” tasting as you view works of art!

Fourth Thursday: May–OctoberSunset on the Riverfront

Rennick Riverfront ParkLive music on the beautiful Missouri

River. Great food and drink.Free admission.

Second Thursday: May-July/Sept-OctMusic at the Market

Farmers’ Market Main StreetEnjoy music, great food, drink and

friends. Free admission.August 7–11 • Town & Country Fair

Washington Fairgrounds. The third largest fair in

Missouri featuring big name entertainers, motor sport events, home economics,

fine arts, midway rides, and livestock exhibits. Fun for all ages.

One price for all entertainment.September 27 • Chili Cook-off

Main Street. This popular event kicks off the Fall Festival of Arts and Crafts

weekend.September 28–29

Fall Festival of Arts & CraftsMain Street. Arts and crafts booths,

enjoy a bite to eat, live entertainment. Special area just for kids.

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