BATAVIA
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Batavia Depot Museum
155 Houston Street
Housed in an 1854 Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad depot, the museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and comes alive with historic exhibits on rail transportation, windmills and the settlement of Batavia.
630-406-5274
www.bataviahistoricalsociety.org

Batavia Main Street
4 1/2 West Wilson Street
Historic downtown set along Fox River, 35 miles west of Chicago.  Features bicycle paths, Depot Museum, Quarry Beach, skate and BMX parks, arts & entertainment, Riverwalk, 24 restaurants and river sports.  Map of downtown, calendar of events and day trip packages available online.
630-761-3528
www.downtownbatavia.com

Batavia Riverwalk & Music Shell
Corner of Houston Street and Island Avenue
As the centerpiece of downtown Batavia, the Riverwalk features a wild flower sanctuary, Batavia-manufactured windmills and grand view of the Fox River.
630-879-5235

Fabyon Dutch Windmill

Fabyon Forest Preserve; Route 25

Considered to be the best example of an authentic Dutch windmill in the United States, the 68-foot, five-story working windmill was originally built by German craftsman Louis Backhaus between 1850 and 1860.

630-232-4811

www.kaneforest.com

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Kirk Road at Pine Street

Site of the world's most powerful particle accelerator where particles circle the four-mile ring 57,000 times every second. Restored prairie grass area, historic barns, self-guided tours and a buffallo herd.

630-840-3351

www.fnal.gov

Lincoln Highway Interpretive Gazebo
Illinois Route 31 between Wilson & First Streets
One of 16 gazebos across the Illinois Lincoln Highway that offer a unique and interactive way for visitors to learn the significance of the highway while enjoying stories of the early Lincoln Highway and its Illinois communities.
866-455-4249
www.drivelincolnhighway.com

Red Oak Nature Center

2343 South River Street

A visit to the center will help folks learn about the native plants and animals of the Fox River Valley. Interpretive Center, hiking trails and tours of "Devil's Cave."

630-897-1808

www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

BEACH PARK
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Greenshire Golf Course

38727 North Lewis

9-hole par three course that players of all skill levels can enjoy. Outstanding course conditions, comprehensive instruction from PGA professional and exciting events are offered at affordable rates.

847-360-4777

ThunderHawk Golf Club

39700 North Lewis Avenue

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., ThunderHawk is a par 72 course with 243 acres of forest, marsh and prairie and some of the best golf in Illinois.

847-968-4295

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BELVIDERE
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Apollo Activity Center
104 North State Street
The Apollo Theater, built in 1912, is a renovated all-purpose center. The 12,000 square foot space can accommodate banquets, dances and other special events.
815-547-3400

Ashley's Salon & Day Spa
1107 North State Street
Day spa salon.
815-547-5757

Beaver Creek Pottery
10000 Beaver Valley Road
Skillfully handmade and kiln fired pottery for use in the kitchen or to decorate the home. Tom’s wonderful use of glazes enhances each piece. Join Tom at the farm for a great day in the country. Everyone welcome!
815-547-6723
www.beavercreekpottery.com

Belvidere Park District, Baltic Mill
1006 West Lincoln Avenue
The Baltic Mill Park encompasses 105 acres, including stretches of the Kishwaukee River and Mill Race and Kishwaukee Riverfront Path. It’s a great place for fishing, biking and playing tennis. It also includes a playground, picnic shelters, pool, swinging bridge and the historic Baltic Mill.
815-547-5711
www.belviderepark.org

Boone County Conservation District/Pioneer Cabins
603 North Appleton Road
Showcases two authentic pioneer cabins, and ethnic gardens from Swedish, Norwegian and other groups who settled in Northern Illinois. Various programs and exhibits offered throughout the year relating to nature and the environment. Pioneer Days Festival held each September.
815-547-7935
www.boonecountyconservationdistrict.org

Boone County Fairgrounds
8791 Illinois Route 76
The location of many events like craft shows, auto shows, and the Boone County Fair held in August.
815-544-4066
www.boonecountyfair.com

Boone County Historical Society Museum
311 Whitney Boulevard
A variety of memorabilia including a log cabin, Civil War artifacts, transportation, farm implements, and much more. Then and Now Gift Shop, located inside the museum, has many unique and specialty items.
815-544-8391
www.bchmuseum.org

Boone County Community Building Complex
111 West First Street
Beautifully restored building. Home to many events, plays, dances and festivals. Call for schedule.
815-547-3928
www.communitybuildingcomplex.org

The Brick Cafe and Gallery
615 South State Street
Enjoy a  relaxing meal of quiche, bagels, panini's, salads, and more in the beautiful gallery atmosphere.
815-547-7586

The Country Club
3908 Orth Road
Here at The Country Club, we produce handmade candles, soaps and bath products. Our wonderful soaps, lotions and bath bombs are carried in stores nationally and locally. Our hand raised goats provide us with milk which is used in many of our products. We have a full line of glycerin soap by the slice, and cold process soaps, as well as silky goat milk lotion in many fantastic fragrances. Our candles are well known, and come in a huge variety of scents. We are really just a little shop full of unique soaps, candles and bath products.
815-547-8415
www.countryclubgifts.com

Dari-Ripple
105 South State Street
Seasonal operation serving ice cream cones, sundaes, malts, shakes, sandwiches and soda. A downtown Belvidere hometown tradition in the summer.
815-544-0005

Embankment
Doty Park, Downtown Belvidere, 1006 West Lincoln Avenue
Belvidere’s state-of-the-art skating park developed by the Belvidere Park District.
815-547-5711

Exclusively Yours Leiza—George
705 North State Street
Gifts from around the world including handmade oak and Amish furniture, jewelry lines, pictures, and year around Christmas from almost every country in the world!
815-544-0258

Funderburg Antiques
4650 Newburg Road
Specializing in fine oak, pine, walnut, and mahogany antique furniture. A large inventory of English etched and stained glass windows. Unique copper, earthware, wicker and ironwork accessories for the home and garden. Merchandise is displayed in a 20,000 square foot warehouse with new shipments regularly arriving from England, Belgium, France, Holland, Austria, Romania and throughout the world.
815-547-8186
www.funantiques.com

Long Prairie Trail
Northern Boone County
Offering 14.6 miles of trails used for biking and more. Runs south of Route 173 through the towns of Caledonia, Capron and Poplar Grove.
815-547-7935

Pettit Memorial Chapel
1121 North Main Street
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, erected in 1907, and located in Belvidere Cemetery. Brochures available for self-guided historic tours. Listed on National Register of Historic Places. Daily: 8 a.m. to sunset; tours by appointment.
815-547-7642

Terri's Gifts
750 Beloit Road
We have something for everyone. Carry lines such as Vera Bradley, Thymes Lotion, Marc Chantel Purse, Robeez, Caspri, Isabel Bloom, Silver Forest, and many more.
815-544-3003
www.terrisgift.com

The Potting Shed & Garden Tea Room
408 South State Street
Fresh daily. Lunch & desert, gourmet teas & coffees-a great menu! Fresh flowers, green plants, balloons, Boyds Bears, Aspen Bay candles, dried flowers, Aromatique skin care. Annual Mother’s Day & Christmas teas.
815-547-3249

The Sweetery
105 Buchanan Street
Over 150 varieties of novelty candy, nuts and chocolate covered nuts. Antique soda fountain, shake machine, and freezers in use to bring back the memories of the good old days. Music from the 1950s and 1960s. Come by and turn back the clock.
815-544-3969

Summerfield Farm & Zoo
3088 Flora Road
Come to Summerfield Farm & Zoo. Tour all the exotic animals including Zebras, Alligator, Monkeys, Kinkajous, Wallabies, Reindeer, Ring-Tailed Lemurs, Cougar, Camel, Bobcats, Tortoises and other animals from around the world. Open Satudays and Sundays. See our website for details. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. All proceeds go to the animals.
815-547-4852
www.summerfieldfarmandzoo.com

Swanhills Golf Course
2600 Gustafson Road
Visit our beautiful 18 hole golf course.  Enjoyable for all ability golfers.  Yardage and pin placement markers.  Minutes from Rockford and I-90.
815-547-3232

Then and Now Gift Shop
314 South State Street
Unique and specialty items located in the Boone County Historical Society Museum.
815-544-8391

Wall Dog Diner/Museum McDonald’s
240 West Chrysler Drive
The one and only Wall Dog Memorabilia Museum in the U.S., located in the Wall Dog Diner (McDonald’s) in Belvidere. Unique items and artwork from the internationally known muralists, The Letterheads.
815-547-5254

Wall Dog Murals
View historic wall murals in various downtown Belvidere locations, painted by 250+ artists. See why Belvidere has been named “Illinois’ City of Murals.”
815-544-6242

Wicked Brew Coffee and Cafe
506 South State Street
Wicked Brew, housed in the the historic circa 1862 Brannen Building , serves breakfast,lunch,coffee and espresso. We invite you to join us for a bite to eat or a relaxing cup of coffee in our casual, relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by turn of the century Craftsman details and an original fully restored tin ceiling. Private meeting and party space is available. Free wi-fi. Open Monday thru Saturday, 8am to 4pm.
815-547-8365

BLOOMINGDALE
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Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resorts

250 West Schick Road

The Blackhawk Trace course is one of the finest in Chicagoland. Home to the National Golf Association Professional Hooters tour, the course features all bent grass and four different sets of tee box for various levels of play.

630-529-6466

www.golfindianlakes.com

BIG ROCK
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Esther's Place

201 West Galena Street

A Fiber Art Studio featuring wool, yarn, spinning, roving and other products.

630-556-9665

www.esthersplacefibers.com

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BOLINGBROOK

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Bass Pro Shops

709 James Avenue

Your adventure starts here! This sportsman's paradise is a breath of fresh air for outdoor enthusiasts.

630-296-2700

www.basspro.com

Bolingbrook Golf Club

2001 Rodeo Drive

Located just forty minutes southwest of Chicago, Bolingbrook Golf Club combines the elements of a world-class facility and champtionship golf.

630-771-9400

Gold Class Cinemas

619 East Boughton Road

IPic Theaters has a passion for movies and provides you with the ultimate escape. A premium and affordable movie-going experience, there is something for everyone. Enjoy fresh seasonal cocktails at Salt Sports Bar, full menu selection, billiards and more.

630-378-8034

www.goldclasscinemas.com

Illinois Aviation Museum

130 South Clow International Parkway

Providing the nation with access to the rich history of aviation in Illinois, the Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook focuses on technology, research, education and community service.

630-771-1937

www.illinoisaviationmuseum.org

The Promenade Bolingbrook

631 East Boughton Road

Mainstreet shopping and dining destination anchored by Ikea, Macy's, and Bass Pro Shops.

630-296-8340

www.thepromenadebolingbrook.com

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BONFIELD
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Bonfield Gardens
4998 North 9000 West Road
Offers a variety of educational programs, including a Children’s Nature Club, nature walks and environmental programs.
815-932-0002

Kankakee Rifle Range ISRA
1589 North 7000 W Road
Offers a variety of educational programs, including a Children’s Nature Club, nature walks and environmental programs.
815-939-9291

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BOURBONNAIS
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Aspen Ridge Golf Course
Larry Power Road
18 hole golf course.
815-939-1742
www.aspenridgegolf.com

Bon Vivant Country Club
Career Center Road
Championship course - 18 hole.
815-935-0400
www.bonvivantcc.com

Bourbonnais Town Centre

455 Main Street

Located on the corner of Route 102 and William Lantham Drive, the shopping center includes Jewel-Osco, Sherwin Williams, specialty shops, salons and restaurants.

Bourbonnais Township Park District
459 North Kennedy Drive
Attractions and special children's programs offered throughout the year. Exploration Station, Willowhaven Interpretive Center, Sleepy Hollow, Kite Festival.
815-933-9905
www.btpd.org

Bronte History of Printing Museum
6172 North 4180 West Road
Spanning 550 years of printing history, exhibits showcase materials used in wood engraving, etching and typesetting.
815-932-5192

Castle Antique Mall
1789 North Route 50
This antique mall features 120 dealers. Call ahead for hours.
815-936-1505

Chicago Bears Training Camp

One Universtiy Avenue

Olivet Nazarene University is home of the Chicago Bears summer training camp. Thousands of spectators and fans attend this fun-filled, family-friendly event. Admission is free and there are plenty of opportunites to meet the players and collect autographs. Final dates for the training camp are released in June prior to camp.

815-935-7390

www.chicagobears.com

Cuplola House Tree Farm
4030 North 3000 West Road
Free hayrides, hot cider, and a cozy wood fire complement this Christmas tree farm that allows you to find and cut down your very own choice of Christmas tree.
815-932-6635
www.cupolahousetrees.com

Exploration Station…A Children’s Museum
459 North Kennedy Street
A hands-on exploration and discovery museum for children and their families, teachers and groups. Special events throughout the year. Be a clerk in a farmers market, climb inside the tower of a medieval castle, work in a kid’s size emergency room, create a flying machine, and connect pipes and elbows in the Water Works and much more. Field trips are welcome. Call for hours.
815-933-9905
www.exploration-station.org

Farmers’ Markets
Bourbonnais Township Park District Perry Farm, 459 Kennedy Drive
The Kankakee Farmers Market consists of various farmers and products from vendors throughout Kankakee County area. Visit our Farmers Market and find a variety of produce, plants, foods and homemade specialty products. June-October Every Tuesday: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

GJ’s Racing Fans
1355 North Arthur Burch Drive
This store features racing memorabilia. Call ahead for hours.
815-936-0024

Haigh Scuba Diving Quarry

2738 East 2000 North Road

Scuba dive in a 12-acre spring-fed quarry. See many varieties of the Midwest fish like Bass, Crappie, Perch, Catfish, Bluegill, Paddle-fish, and Northern Pike. Underwater attractions include a wreaked 33-ft cabin crusier, marine dump truck, and a LARC-amphibious vehicle.

815-939-7797

www.haighquarry.com

Hidden Cove Sportsplex
70 Ken Hayes Drive
Includes 50,000 square feet of indoor turf arena, recreational activities for all ages arcade, bumper cars, mini-bowling, go carts, 2 miniature golf courses, paintball course, and batting cages. Available for sports events, trade shows and group meetings.
815-933-9150
www.hcsportsplex.com

Indian Oaks Antique Mall
1300 Larry Power Road
18,000 square feet of antiques are on one level and handicapped accessible for shopping convenience. Features a wide-range of fine antiques and collectibles.
815-933-9998

Kankakee River State Park
5314 West State Route 102
The 4,000 acre Kankakee River State Park surrounds both sides of the Kankakee River for 11 miles. It includes hiking trails, biking trails, canoeing, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing, snowmobile trails, picnic areas, hunting, boat launches, and much more. Shelters available for picnic events. The Kankakee River is a clean river in an unspoiled setting, with surrounding bluffs and woods.
815-933-1383
www.dnr.state.il.us

Kankakee State Park Riding Stables
Deselm Road, 0.75 mile north of Illinois Route 102
Ride the 12-mile equestrian trail located in the wildlife management area along Route 113. Guided horse rides, pony rides, and cookouts can also be held at the stables. Calls for days and times; subject to change.
815-802-2050
www.dnr.state.il.us

Larsen Fine Arts Center

One University Avenue

Kresge Auditorium houses theatre and musical performances producted by Olivet Nazarene University.

815-939-5011

Letourneau Home/Museum - Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society
Stratford Drive East
The museum was home of Bourbonnais' first mayor George R. Letourneau. Exhibits include history of may Letourneau and centers on the French-Canadian influence in the Bourbonnais area.
815-933-6452
www.bourbonnaishistory.org

Olde Barn Antiques
1992-A West State Route 102
Located near the Kankakee State Park on 102, shop for treasures in this unique building. Call for hours.
815-939-4352

The Perry Farm
456 North Kennedy Drive
A rich tapestry of woods and prairie along the Kankakee River. The paved trails are perfect for walking, biking, inline skating, explore the Indian Caves cross-country skiing. Enjoy the many farm animals including ponies, rabbits, goats.
815-933-9905
www.btpd.org

Rietveld Farmstand & Greenhouse
4067 East 4000 North Road
Open-air country fruits and vegetable market, stop by and taste the home grown delights.
815-932-6555

State Park Riding Stables by Camp Shaw
Deselm Road (3/4 miles north of Illinois Route 102)
Please call for dates and times.
815-802-2050

Strickler Planetarium
One University Avenue
This newly renovated planetarium exists to educate the publeic about the natural world. Witness a tour of the night sky that goes to the edge of the solar system on a state of the art digital projector, The Digistar. Call for hours and group tours.
815-939-5395
www.strickler.olivet.edu

Virtreous Matter Glass Studio
1585 Commerce Drive
Richard Ryan showcases his blown, sculpted, and carved glass pieces. Demonstrations available upon request.
815-592-4011
www.vitreousmatter.com


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BRADLEY
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Bradley Commons

2038 North State Route 50

This shopping center offers retail stores and restaurants including Super Walmart, Kohl's, Lane Bryant, Bed Bath and Beyond, Dick's Sporting Goods, Petco, Maurice's, Buffalo Wild Wings, McDonalds and more.

Hidden Cove Sportsplex

70 Ken Hayes Drive

Hidden Cove Sportsplex includes a 50,000 square foot sportsplex, indoor turf arena, and recreational activities for all ages.

815-933-9150

Hobbies R 4 U

991 West Broadway

There is a unique hobby for every person and every season in this toy store.

815-936-8533

www.hobbiesr4u.com

Kankakee County Soldiers

70 Ken Haynes Drive

The Kankakee County Soldiers, members of the International Basketball League, provide hoops action during their regular season and special exhibition games.

www.iblhoopsonline.com

Northfield Square Mall

1600 North Street Route 50

Northfield Square has more than 65 fine retail shops, which include J.C.Penny, Carsin Pirie Scott, and Sears. The mall also houses Movies 10, a 10-screen Cineplex.

815-937-4111

Perry Farm Park

459 North Kennedy Drive

A rich tapestry of woods and prairie line the Kankakee River. The paved trails are perfect for biking, walking, inline skating, exploring the Indian Caves and cross-country skiing.

815-933-9905

www.btpd.org

P & J Coins, Collectables & Antiques
Specializing in antique pocket watches, coins and costume jewelry. Please call ahead for hours
815-671-5390

Village Square Shopping Center

513 North Kinzie Avenue

On the corner of North Street and Route 50, Village Square is home to Turk Furniture and Jo-Ann Fabrics.

Water Tower Plaza

1615 North State Route 50

Located across from Northfield Square Mall, Water Tower Plaza includes stores such as Target, Barnes and Noble, Micheals, Marshalls, PetSmart, Staples. MC Sports and Factory Card Outlet.

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BRIDGEFIELD

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Chicago Fire Major League Soccer

7000 South Harlem

Come see the Chicago Fire play at Toyota Parkm a 20,000 seat world-class soccer and concert stadium in Bridgefield Illinois.

888-MLS-FIRE

www.chicago-fire.com

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BROOKFIELD

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Brookfield Zoo

1st Avenue and 31st Street

Animals in natural habitits, see Tropic World, Fragile Kingdom, Seven Seas Panorama, the Living Coast, the Swamp and Habitat Africa.

708-485-0263

www.brookfieldzoo.org

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BUFFALO GROVE

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Didier Farms

16678 West Aptakisic Road

Open April-October. Garden Center farmstand, U-Pick vegetables, Punpkinfest, pumpkin and apple cider donuts, Door County pies, hayrides, pony rides, farm animal zoo, 5-acre corn maze, petting zoo, Halloween shop, educational barn, baby chicks and piglets. Free events on the weekends.

847-634-3291

www.didierfarms.com

Long Grove Confectionery Company

333 Lexington Drive

Experience the old-fashion way of making chocolate..all hand crafted and uniquely packaged into our gourmet line of the finest quallity chocolate products. Shopping in the Outlet Store completes the 1 hour long tour!

847-459-3100

www.longgrove.com

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BYRON
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Byron Museum of History
106 North Union Street
Featuring Lucius Read House (an official stop on the Underground Railroad) built in 1843, plus local history exhibits including A.G. Spalding, Underground Railroad, Clamming on the Rock, Into the Outhouse, Read Family, and much more. Open year ‘round. Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., plus weekends in Summer. Group tours by appointment.
815-234-5031

Dreamswept Alpaca Farm
3097 Marrill Road, located on the corner of Marrill and Holcomb Roads
Learn about these amazing animals, and how their fiber is processed and used. Offers alpaca yarn, roving, raw fiber; alpaca products, handmade soaps, and bath products are available for purchase. Please call to arrange a farm visit.
815-954-6210
www.alpacanation.com/dreamsweptalpacas.asp

Hailey's Winery & Vineyard
114 South Franklin Street
Family owned winery specialing in quality homemade wines. Offer eight different varieties, available for tasting and by the glass. Please come in and enjoy some good conversation and a glass with some friends.
815-234-2220
www.haileyswinery.com

Jarrett Prairie Center
7993 North River Road
Hands-on natural history museum with a gift shop, theater, library and nature nook. Banquet rooms are available. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday: 1 to 4 p.m.
815-234-8535

J. Weiskopf Observatory
7993 North River Road
Located on the third highest point in Ogle County. See the wonders of the night skies through the 11” reflecting telescope. Available for tours, programs and parties. Daily: open at dusk.
815-234-8535

Lincoln Highway Interpretive Mural
504 Blackhawk Drive
The mural showcases famous Lincoln Highway speed racer L.B. Miller on a vintage streetscape of downtown Byron.
866-455-4249
www.drivelincolnhighway.com

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