WADSWORTH
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The Tempel Lipizzans
17000 Wadsworth Road
Majestic white stallions prance and dance as they preform a centuries-old tradition of classical dressage at Tempel Farms.
847-244-5330
www.tempelfarms.com
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WARREN
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Bugaboo's
143 East Main Street
Serving old-fashioned phosphate sodas, malts, shakes, sundaes, banana splits, and 16 flavors of Chocolate Shoppe ice cream.
815-745-2800
Groom Antiques
416 Pearl Street
Antique furniture and collectibles. Open by chance or by appointment.
815-745-3439
Warren Historical Society Museum
208 Burnett Avenue
The museum is small but on display is a 1910 Hudson touring car, a jail,
Civil War cannon and display cases filled with trophies and antiques. Call for hours.
815-745-3443
WATERMAN
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Aurora Sportsmen's Club
7858 Preserve Road
The Aurora Sportsmen's Club is located on 500+ acres just south of the village of Waterman. Facilities at the club include skeet and trap shooting, sporting clays, rifle/pistol ranges (50 feet to 600 yards)and archery. The club is private, however many public events are held regularly throughout the year.
815-264-9000
www.aurorasc.org
Honey Hill Orchards
11747 Waterman Road
A farm market featuring apples, pumpkins and raspberries. Enjoy fresh
cider, honey, donuts, candy, apple pie and more. Weekend hayrides. Open in Fall daily,
9am - 5pm.
815-264-3337
www.honeyhillorchards.com
Waterman Winery and Vineyards
11582 Waterman Road
Handcrafted wines from grapes grown in an 11-acre vineyard in DeKalb County. Open April to December, Saturday-Sunday, noon - 4 p.m., or call for an appointment.
815-264-3268
www.watermanwinery.com
WAUCONDA
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Lake County Discover Museum
27277 Forest Preserve Drive
Fun interactive exhibits featuring the world's largest collection of picture postcards, "Mall of History," Vortex Roller Coaster Theater and beautiful Forest Preservce setting.
847-968-3400
The Nut and Candy House
581 Bonner Road
Many kinds of fresh roasted and raw nuts. Chocolates, chocolate covered nuts, yogurt covered items, snack mixes and assorted candy. Open daily 9am-5pm.
847-526-0700
WAUKEGAN
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Bonnie Brook Golf Course & Banquet Facility
2800 North Lewis Avenue
18-hole public championship golf course. Grass tee driving range, fully stocked pro shop, PGA professionals on staff for expert instrution, delicious menu items at the grill, newly renovated club house with year-round banquet facilities in a panoramic setting.
847-360-4730
www.waukegangolf.org
Bowen Park
1800 North Sheridan Road
National Register of Historic Places. Waukegan History Museum and Research Library, award winning playground, outdoor fitness course, formal gardens and gazebos, Groshce Fields, skate park, and pristine Lake Michigan ravines.
847-360-4700
www.waukeganparks.org
Bowen Park Theatre and Opera
39 Jack Benny Drive
Professional theatre and oprea, sung entirely in English with piano accompaniment. Lake Country's only opera company, constumed and fully staged.
847-360-4740
www.waukeganparks.org
Fieldhouse at Hinkston Park
800 North Baldwin
Gorgeous fieldhouse with fitness center and gymnasium for individuals, families, parties, sports organizations and tournaments. Unique 80,000 square foot facility.
847-782-3300
www.waukeganparks.org
Genesee Theatre
203 North Genesee Street
The Genesee Boasts Broadway shows, musical acts, comedians and more.
847-782-2366
www.geneseetheatre.com
The People's Choice Family Fun Center of Waukegan
2411 Grand Avenue
Family entertainment center offers arcade, food court, mini indoor glow-in-the-dark golf.
847-336-5700
www.funwithrocky.com
Waukegan Main Street
221 North Genesse Street
Dedicated to the preservation of the historic downtown. Enjoy downtown restaurants, shops and entertainment.
847-623-6650
www.waukegandowntown.org
WEST CHICAGO
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City of West Chicago's Gallery 200
200 Main Street
Gallery 200 is fast becoming a haven for art lovers as a quality destination for buying and browsing great local art.
630-293-9550
www.gallery200.com
Coyote Crossing Mini Golf Course
27W650 North Avenue
Professionally designed 18-hole mini golf course. Putt around a waterfall, through a cave, over a river, and under rocks.
630-293-8374
www.cspark.com
Prairie Landing Golf Club
2325 Longest Drive
Playing this unique, well-conditioned and spectacularly-designed 18-hole course will surely make you want to come back.
630-208-7600
www.prairielanding.com
West Chicago City Museum
132 Main Street
Explore West Chicago's railroad history at "All Aboard," an exhibit depecting early train depots and their roles as community communication center. Exhibit galleries are open Tuesday-Friday 10:30am-3:30pm, and Saturday noon-3pm. Admission free.
630-231-3376
www.westchicago.org
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WESTMONT
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Twin Lakes Golf Course
400 West 59th Street
Located on 25 beautiful acres with woods, lakes and rolling hills, this course offers nine holes of challanging golf for beginners as well as advanced golfers.
630-852-7167
www.wpd4fun.org
William L. Gregg House Museum
117 South Linden Avenue
1872 Victorian home and museum built by brick maker displays collections typical of the 1920's through 1940's in authentic lifestyle settings. Open Wednesday and Sunday. Free admission.
630-960-3392
www.wpd4fun.org
WHEATON
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Arrowhead Golf Club
26W151 Butterfield Road
A superb golf experience awaits! Three nine-hole courses can be combined to form three seperate par 72 18-hole layouts.
630-653-5800
www.arrowheadgolfclub.org
Billy Graham Center Museum
500 College Avenue
Devoted to the history of Christian evangelism and its influence on society, the museum includes rare artifacts, art and displays. Admission is free.
630-752-5909
www.billygrahamcenter.com
Cantigny
1 South 1551 Winfield Road
Robert McCormick Mansion Museum, the First Division Millitary Museum and 15 acres of manicured gardens, 27-hole championship golf course, and 9-hole Cantigny Youth Link and also on-site.
630-668-5161
Cosley Zoo
1356 North Gary Avenue
The zoo exhibits native Illinois wildlife and domestic farm animals; open year-round, tree-shaded picnic area, seasonal concessions, exclusive used facility renals, private party room, "Zoo to You" outreach program, birthday and group packages available.
630-655-5534
www.cosleyzoo.org
DuPage County Historical Musuem
102 East Wesley Street
Enjoy DuPage County's rich history from the 1830's to the present. The museum exhibits feature hundreds of historic artifacts and photos along with many fun hands-on activities.
630-665-4710
www.dupagemuseum.org
DuPage Heritage Galley
421 North County Farm Road
Located in a beautiful three-story atrium, visitors learn of the stories, accomplishments and lives of the famous DuPage citizens protrayed through memorabilia and photo panels.
630-407-5700
www.dupageheritage.org
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
3S580 Naperville Road
Good things happen when you explore nature at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage Country's 60 forest perserves and five education facilities.
630-933-7200
www.dupageforest.org
Illinois Prairie Path
P.O. Box 1086
Explore this 61-mile hiking, biking, and nature trail in Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties. The 40-mile segment runs from Elmhurst to Wheaton and includes many points of interests.
630-752-0120
www.ipp.org
Town Square Wheaton
Naperville Road & East Loop Road
Lifestyle shopping center with leading shops, resaurants & services including Francesca's Collections, Papyrus, Chico's, Victoria Secret, Starbucks & more.
630-260-8800
www.townsquarewheaton.com
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WILMETTE
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Baha'i House of Worship
100 Linden Avenue
One of only seven in the world and the only in North America. The Baha'i House of Worship is the largest and the oldest surviving Baha'i Temple. Standing on the shores of Lake Michigan, the auditorium, with its walls of lace-like oramentation and its dome rising 135 feet above the main floor, offers a scene of unsurpassed beauty. It is surrounded by exquisite gardens and fountains. This imposing and dramatic structure has recieved numerous design awards, and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
847-853-2325
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WINNEBAGO
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Edwards Orchard West
8218 Cemetery Road
Apple orchard located in rural Winnebago featuring a large variety of apples. Also home grown raspberries, pumpkins, squash, Indian corn and gourds. Family fun in a rural atmosphere. Located 6 miles north of US Route 20, 10 miles northwest of Rockford. Open 9am to 6pm daily through Labor Day. Open 9am to 5pm daily November 1 through Thanksgiving weekend.
815-963-2261
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WINSLOW
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Artesian Well At Paradise Cove
Edge of Business District along Indian Creek
Natural artesian well where thousands
of gallons of pure water flow each day—as it has since 1927. A ten
foot water wheel is turned continually by the flowing water. The site, which
is accessed by Stephenson County’s only covered bridge, includes a
waterfall, large flower bed, and gazebo to enjoy while sipping the bubbling
water. Open daily from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
WINTHROP HARBOR
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North Point Marina
701 North Point Drive
With 1,500 slips on Lake Michigan, this is the largest contained marina in the inland United States accommodating vessel to 120 feet. The complex includes a restaurant, nature preserves, charter fishing, miles of boardwalk, swimming beaches, hiking and biking trails.
847-746-2845
www.northpointmarine.com
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WOODBINE
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WOOD DALE
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Maple Meadows Golf Course
272 South Addison Road
This 27-hole facility presents golfers with a choice of styles and challenges. Debuting in 1990, Maple Meadow's championship "West 18" features a modern combination of links and paririe design.
630-616-8424
www.dupagegolf.com
TopGolf Chicago
699 West Thorndale Avenue
TopGolf in Wood Dale is a revolutionary state-of-the-art entertianment facility centered around the game of golf.
630-595-4653
www.topgolf.com/chicago
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WOODSTOCK
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All Season Apple Orchard
14510 Illinois Route 176
All Seasons Apple Orchard is a apple picking orchard located in Woodstock, the county seat of McHenry County, in Northern Illinois. We have more than 11,000 apple trees and 12 varieties of apples, including Honey crisp and the Asian pear. We also have a pick your own pumpkin patch (pumpkin picking), with six different varieties of pumpkins for your decorating and baking needs. Starting Labor Day Weekend, explore our 10 acre Corn Maze with 3 miles of pathways and 2 bridges. Spend time in our petting zoo, country farm market, or indoor grill restaurant which offers seasonal favorites like homemade apple donuts, apple cider, caramel apples, local honey and much more! At All Seasons Orchard, the hay ride (wagon ride) will take you on a tour through our beautiful orchards and is essential to a complete fall season experience.
815-338-5637
www.allseasonsorchard.com
Bull Valley Golf Club
1311 Club Road
815-336-4411
Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology
222 Church Street
The mission of the center is to honor the memory and spirit of the Space
Shuttle Challenger crew by providing hands-on space exploration curriculum
that inspires and enhances thinking skills. Call for hours of operation and
to set up a mission date. Includes a gift shop and exhibits.
815-338-7722
www.challengerillinois.org
Colonial Antique Mall
890 Lake Avenue
150 quality dealers in a spacious 35,000-square-foot mall featuring architectural, built-ins, lamps and fixtures, jewelry, collectibles and more. Call for the many events held throughout the year.
815-334-8960
www.colonialantiquemall.com
Craig Woods Golf Course
5818 South Illinois Route 47
A challenging, par 34, scenic nine-hole course.
815-338-9781
Crystal Woods Golf Club
5915 South Illinois Route 47
A beautiful, par 72, 18-hole golf course in an appealing rural setting. Driving range and banquet facility.
815-338-3111
www.crystalwoodsgc.com
Deer Run Golf Center
11007 West Route 120
Driving range, chipping & putting green, miniature golf.
815-338-9701
Harley Davidson - Woodstock
2050 Sout Eastwood Drive (Route 47)
Come to the midwest superstore. Rent one of our new Harley-Davidsons for a day or a week. Special events.
815-337-3511
www.woodstockharley.us
Historic Woodstock Square
Cass & Van Buren Streets
A Victorian town square with bandstand and
gazebo is the setting for many unique shops,
eateries, antiques, collectibles, and art gallery.
The square is home to many events. Most of the
movie “Ground Hog Day” was filmed on
location.
815-338-2436
www.awaketowoodstock.com
Jailhouse Potters
103 North Johnson Street
School, gallery and studio. Items presented for
sale include a unique collection of handmade pottery by local artisans. Tuesday and Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Thursday,
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.,and 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5
p.m.
815-337-9487
Kimball & Bean
3606 South Country Club Road
Architectural antiques and ornaments for the home and garden.
815-444-9000
www.kimballandbean.com
La Petite' Creperie
115 North Johnson Street
Experience the unique flavor of French cuisine.
815-337-0767
www.lapetitecreperie.net
McHenry County Conservation District
18410 US 14
Open sunrise to sunset, daily.
815-338-6223
www.mccdistrict.org
McHenry County Fairgrounds
Route 47 & Country Club Road
815-338-5315
www.mchenrycountyfair.com
Old Courthouse Arts Center
Woodstock Square, 101 North Johnson Street
A fine arts gallery selling an extensive collection of work by leading
regional and national artists. Thursday - Saturday, 11 a.m. -
5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
815-338-4525
Oney’s Tree Farm
16608 Illinois Route 14
Featuring plants in Spring, crafts in Fall, and cut your own trees at
Christmas. Offering special events, Christmas shop, food, animals pony rides,
and more! Seasonal, call for hours.
815-338-4108
www.oneystreefarm.com
Tarts and Truffles Cakes and Catering
140 Cass Street
Open Wednesday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Cake designs to meet all budgets.
815-338-8278
www.tartsandtruffles.com
Theatre on the Green
15314 St. Patrick Road
Theatre on the Green is dedicated to enriching young people's lives through the performing arts and in service to the community. In addition to learning the craft of acting, students volunteer their time and talents to perform at local nursing homes and hospitals, fundraise for local charities, and clean a local highway. Full productions of classic and comedic plays are held each spring and fall at the instructor's outdoor theatre in the Woodstock countryside and "On the Green".
815-354-7435
U-Pick Orchards, Nurseries and Farm Tours
Rural Woodstock
Nature’s bounty is yours for the pickin’—fresh strawberries,
blueberries, apples, pumpkins, Christmas trees and more!
815-338-2436
Woodstock Country Club
10310 Country Club Road
815-338-2191
Woodstock Opera House
121 Van Buren Street
This 1890 Steam-boat Gothic building offers year-round theater, dance,
concerts, children’s events and lectures featuring nationally recognized
names to home-grown talent in an intimate setting. Daily, 9:30 a.m. - 5
p.m.
815-338-5300
www.woodstockoperahouse.com
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