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"We didn't go into this expecting to make a profit at all. We just wanted to get the stuff we like cheaper by buying in bulk! Ha ha ha." Megan Paska, co-founder of Hayseed's Big City Farm Supply
Hayseed's Big City Farm Supply, the first shop dedicated exclusively to providing soil, seeds, chicken feed, shovels and anything else a Brooklynite might need to get their urban farm on, opened a couple of weeks ago in Greenpoint. The shop, a collaborative effort by Brooklyn Grange, Brooklyn Homesteader and Domestic Construction, represents a milestone of sorts.
When Eagle Street Rooftop Farm opened in Greenpoint in 2009, it was the first of its kind…on the planet. Joined the following year by Brooklyn Grange, a larger one-acre farm on a rooftop in Long Island City, the rooftop farms seemed to serve as a catalyst, igniting the imaginations of latent urban gardeners throughout the borough, who soon began busily growing food in previously unimaginable locations – backyards, schoolyards, windowsills and their own garden-sized rooftops.
The arrival of Hayseed's seems to signal that after weathering an initial bout of skepticism, snark and outright scorn, Brooklyn's urban farming and gardening movement is here to stay.
We spoke with Megan Paska, one of the Hayseed's founders about the shop, and the secrets to growing food in the city.
So Meg, what all led to you opening Hayseed's? How did you become interested in this stuff?
Well, I moved to Brooklyn from Baltimore, where I'd been doing some gardening and homebrewing. I had taken a beekeeping class and I'd hoped to start keeping bees in baltimore, but I ended up moving to New York for work.
I had put the beekeeping on the back burner because it was illegal here then, but at some point I discovered there were actually a bunch of people out there illegally keeping bees in the city. So that inspired me and I started keeping bees on my rooftop in Greenpoint around 2008.
And one thing led to another. We ended up building some raised beds in the backyard and started growing some vegetables. Then we made a chicken coop out of an old dog house and started raising chickens.
What was the reaction from your neighbors? Anyone complain?
My landlord's really cool about everything, and our neighbors loved it. I've been really fortunate that nobody has every really complained about any of this stuff.
So what planted the seed to open a farm supply shop?
One problem that kept coming up was that I was having a really hard time finding chicken feed that I liked, that I felt produced better quality eggs. Being in a backyard in Brooklyn, you can't really let your chickens pasture, so they rely on you to feed them. All the feed I could find locally was GMO and soybean-heavy commercial feed.
So I started ordering feed from a place down in Virginia. I was really into their feed. They have this great soybean-free organic feed, but I was paying like fifty dollars for a fifty pound bag, which is crazy expensive.
With all the growing interest in farming and gardening in Brooklyn, it seemed like all of a sudden there were all these people out there raising chickens, and they all wanted good quality feed at an affordable price too. So I started ordering full pallets of it and having it delivered to Brooklyn Grange, where we'd distribute it to all these people keeping chickens. That brought the price down to a much more reasonable twenty five dollars a bag from fifty dollars.
That planted the seed for the farm supply shop. And also, all my classes lately have been selling out. I teach classes on everything from beekeeping to gardening and raising chickens at 3rd Ward and the Botanical Garden. When I first started two years ago, it wasn't uncommon to have to cancel classes because I didn't have enough people sign up. That hasn't happened in a long time. A few hundred people who live in Brooklyn have taken my classes now. So that was another indicator that there was a lot more interest in gardening and growing food.
And the emergence of the rooftop farms like Brooklyn Grange and Eagle Street Rooftop Farm definitely pushed urban farming to the forefront of people's awareness. They've both gotten a ton of press, and they're also just really striking to see. The rooftop farms are incredibly visually appealing and Visually striking things seem to appeal to New Yorkers, so both those projects got a lot more people interested, I think.
Chase Emmons from Brooklyn Grange and I had talked about opening an urban farm supply store last year, but the interest in farming and gardening hadn't quite hit the fever pitch we're seeing now. So we just waited it out.
This year, we felt like there was enough real interest to do something, but we didn't want to commit to a full-season retail space. A temporary pop-up shop seemed like the perfect solution for the first year. We ended up meeting the girls at Domestic Construction after they'd gotten funding for a garden development project next to their studio in Greenpoint. The idea of doing a temporary pop-up farm supply store came up and they were really stoked about it.
We ended up subletting a portion of their studio space for three months to do it. So we opened a couple of weeks ago and we'll be here until the end of June.
The shop has gotten ton of press. Seems like just about every major media outlet has covered you in some way, shape or form. Were you surprised?
I guess I'm a little surprised about how generally glowing the response has been. We didn't go into this expecting to make a profit at all. We just wanted to get the stuff we like cheaper by buying in bulk! Ha ha ha. And we wanted to make a place that would be fun and would inspire people. We've only got three months. We just said, "Let's have fun and get people excited about growing food."
It remains to be seen whether or not we'll make a profit. We just want to break even. It's looking pretty good so far.
So what sort of stuff are you carrying?
We're getting really amazing soil from Long Island Compost and from McEnroe Organics. We're getting soybean-free organic chicken feed from Countryside Organics. We have really nice tools for a really great price – tools that will last forever if you take care of them. We have amazing heirloom seeds from a lot of local seed companies. We've tried hard to carry seeds from small companies that aren't otherwise represented in this neighborhood. So we've got some fun things like heirloom tobacco seeds and hop seeds for homebrewers, which are not too easy to find.
And we've got a lot of books. Lots of instructional books and lots of books for dreamers too. A lot of people who garden in the city daydream about eventually moving out to the country to farm, so we've got books on things like raising dairy goats and different breeds of pigs, cows, sheep…just for people who maybe want a coffee table book to daydream – to help them visualize their future! Ha ha ha.
And that's the bulk of it. We've been selling seeds, soil and pottery hand over fist.
Tell us a little bit about growing stuff in Brooklyn. The challenge for most people obviously is the lack of outdoor space. What can you grow on a windowsill or a fire escape?
The real problem with growing in small spaces isn't so much the light exposure, it's the amount of time and effort that go into growing something that's going to give you a very small yield. With many crops, it's almost not worth growing unless you can grow a lot of it. So I try to encourage people who've just got a little space to plant things they can plant and harvest quickly.
Salad gardens are great for that. You can plant some seeds in a box, sit it on your windowsill or your fire escape…actually doing it on fire escapes is illegal, so I don't encourage it, but people do it anyway! You plant some seeds in a box, the greens are ready to harvest in a matter of weeks, and then you plant them again. You can get several harvests throughout the year that way.
If you grow just one squash plant, that's kind of cool in a way, but you'll have to tend to it for the whole growing season and you'll get just one squash. If it doesn't make it to full maturity, you've lost the whole season. They need to be pollinated by insects too, so unless you have a lot of bees flying around your apartment, you're going to have a problem.
So I recommend people with limited space grow a lot of green, pea shoots, radishes and things like that – things you can sow and harvest frequently throughout the season. You get more bang for your buck that way – more produce for the time you invest.
What's the secret to being a good gardener?
Sticking with it. People get discouraged when something they've planted dies. Plants are going to die whether you do it perfectly or not. You plant things. Sometimes they thrive and sometimes they don't. You try to figure out why they're not thriving and you make an adjustment and plant and try again. That's how farming and gardening work. It's the cycle of life. Plants grow, they produce seed at maturity, and then they die. Sometimes they don't make it and that's ok. It happens. You just get more seen, put it in the ground, and keep truckin'.
You mentioned that you're carrying books for daydreamers at Hayseed's – for people who like to dream about leaving the city for the country to farm. I think I heard a rumor that you're chasing that dream?
Yeah, it's true. I got this amazing opportunity to start a small farm just an hour outside of the city in Monmouth County, New Jersey – right on the shore. There's an acre for growing vegetables. There's a mini-orchard. There are woods for foraging, and we're going to have chickens and dairy goats too – the people who own the property are really keen on goats.
There's going to be an educational component to it. There's a six-bedroom house on the property that we're planning on using to host intensive weekend workshops on growing food. And it's super-close to the city. You can get there by ferry from Manhattan in an hour, so it'll be pretty easy for people to come visit, learn about farming, and do some surfing or swimming.
I'm pretty excited about it.
So sometimes it's not just a daydream…
Not at all. I think you just have to keep your eyes on the prize. I don't think anything I do is every really calculated. If an opportunity comes my way and it seems fun I just do it. I follow my gut and that's led me in a direction that has been really great for me. So dreaming can be a good thing. It can bring unexpected opportunities to you.
Hayseed's Big City Farm Supply is located at 218 India Street, between McGuinness and Provost, in Greenpoint. They'll be open until the end of June. Check their website for information on hours, workshops and events.


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Students Travel to San Francisco for National Summit
Students Kate Essig and Thomas Hanlon represented Saint Louis University and joined student leaders from Jesuit and other Catholic universities across the country Jan. 13-15 at the Ignatian Solidarity Network's second annual University Leadership Summit at the Mercy Retreat Center near San Francisco, Calif.
The Summit invites emerging social justice leaders to spend a weekend strengthening their capacity to effect positive social change, while deepening their understanding of the relationship between faith and justice emphasized in the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Students attending the summit represented the following United States universities: Boston College, Gonzaga University, John Carroll University, Le Moyne College, Loyola Marymount University, Loyola University Chicago, Loyola University Maryland, Regis University, Rockhurst University, Saint Joseph's University, Saint Louis University, St. Mary's College of California, Santa Clara University, Seattle University and the University of San Francisco.
Throughout the weekend, students explored the Social Change Model of Leadership, examined the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola and his call to become "men and women for others," engaged with fellow campus leaders, and with the support of experienced facilitators, developed personal action plans to translate leadership skills into programs on campus.
"ISN is committed to developing emerging leaders for solidarity and justice," said Christopher Kerr, ISN executive director. "The university students who attend the Summit each year bring tremendous passion and desire to be leaders. The Summit provides them a community of peers to gain energy from and stay networked with long after the program ends."
ISN provides support for students and mentors when they return to campus that includes regular conference calls and opportunities to share their efforts on campus via ISN's blog and publications.
Students who participated last year have returned to campus to engage their peers in a variety of issues from environmental education to the development of significant non-profit initiatives.
"Through my interactions with last year's summit attendees, it is clear that the opportunity to further form student's leadership skills grounded in spirituality and justice can have great impacts for their campus and beyond," said Kim Miller, ISN program director.
Andrew Lunetta, a Le Moyne College student who attended the 2011 Summit developed a program called Pedal to Possibilities in Syracuse, N.Y., that provides individuals who are homeless access to bicycles for transportation and exercise. Learn more about his program at the Pedal to Possibilities website. http://www.pedaltopossibilities.org/
The Summit was led by a diverse team of facilitators: Helen Alatorre, associate director of the Center for Student Leadership and Development at Loyola Marymount University; Jerry Cobb, S.J., provincial assistant for formation and higher education for the Oregon Province of the Society of Jesus; and Michael Nuttall, program director for student immersions of the Ignatian Center for Justice Education at Santa Clara University. Cobb and Nuttall also served on the facilitation team in 2011.


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Great Flat close to Marina
Size35 m²
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- Balcony/terrace
- Towels
- Parking available
- Washer/dryer
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|Av. Joaquín Blanco Torrent, 35130 Puerto Rico, Spain
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Private investment mainly used by the owners themselves. Very nice pool and only 5 minutes walk (downhill) to the marina and the beach. Long-term breaks available on request.
Puerto Rico is one of the most popular places in Gran Canaria. The sheltered beach is a favorite for sun worshipers, and for hikers its the perfect starting point for trips into the mountains and water sports enthusiasts have what your heart desires everything there.
In the shopping center (distance from the apartment about 2 miles) there is a medical center, a gym, hairdressers, bakery, etc .. A myriad of bars and restaurants cater for nightlife. On the day you can play mini golf, in arcades or simply relax on a bench in the park. From the harbor brings the ferry to Arguineguin or Puerto de Mogán, of the newly created central bus station there are buses to locations all over the island.
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Reviews of this property
We were very satisfied with the apartment. The apartment was modern, well cleaned and very complete. Luis arrived within 10 minutes after our phonecall to give the keys to us. We enjoyed our stay.
One little point of criticism: the extra lock on the front door did not function.
Cobie and Gerrit
We stayed for a week it was a very comfortable apartment a short walk from amenities. Luis met us with a smile and on time he was easy to contact regarding the meeting and key hand over, altho we didn't need him throughout our stay I have had to contact him since as we left some belongings there and he is arranging to get them to us.
This apartmentis in the Tennisland-area, so not at the center. If you walk to the center or beach (park-tunnel-harbour) it will take you about 15/20 minutes. Or you can use the stairs to go over the hill (about 25 min)! The busstation is situated at the centre and no busstop near the complex.
The apartment was in a complex called Miami Beach. It's clean and comfortable. The kitchen is very complete: microwave, oven, freezer, washingmachine, coffeemaker, electric stove.
There is a nice terrace/balcony and the chairs have nice cushions. There are even blankets for when it gets cold sitting there. We were out all day, but we noticed there is no sun on the balcony before 11.00 h.
The wifi works good, but we had a problem with the network for a day. A television with many channels is in the livingarea. There is a swimmingpool.
Jose met us when we arrived and let us in. We did not see him during the week, but could contact him via SMS/phone.
We went geocaching and could access the following trails easily from the hotel: Unknown, Putte, Sign. We rented bikes at Moto and Bike to cycle to the Norskeplassen.
Shopping and eating is possible at Olas Shopping, a few minutes walking. Hiposuper is opened from 8.00-22.00 h.
Absolutely beautiful apartment. It is tastefully decorated and is supplied with everything you might need for a break away. Jose was very nice. We were a half an hour late to meet him but this was no problem, he was all smiles. It has a lovely cosy large double bed, ample storage for clothing. Hot running water at all times. A nice sized led TV which has a USB connection. WiFi was very good. Great location. Quiet, lovely pool. A private complex where many are permanent residents. Will stay there again. Thanks José
We enjoyed our 5 days trip at Puerto Rico in this well equiped and clean appartment. Towels, bed were in an excellent state and the kitchenoutfit was foreseen of all basic tools and comfort. Even a good stove and furnace and a washing machine were available. Good to have an super dino for daily purcahes on five minutes! The only point of crtitic is the lack of sun at the balcon. In the summer may be good but in February it would be addtional to the comfort. Further more we loved the nice walking routes direct from the appartment into the hills ! Resuming; an excellent stay in a quiet environment !
Our time at José's apartment was absolutely great! The apartment is even better than it looks on the pictures. It is beautifully furnished, modern and in great and quiet location with sunset on the wonderful balcony. We enjoyed having an own living room including TV with several programs and full kitchen with oven and fridge. There is also air condition.
To Puerto Rico harbor it's around 5mins walk and only 10mins to the nice beach; shops and bars/restaurants are close by and on-street-parking is also available next to the apartments. We haven't used the pool because we prefer going to the beach, but it also looked good.
We have seen José only for getting the key, but there he was very friendly and also our more than one hour delay was no problem. If we had the chance going back to his apartment, we definitely would go there! Can only recommend – this apartment was absolutely an hidden treasure for us!
La casa è molta carina e accogliente silenziosa con un bel terrazzo comodo il parcheggio che si trova sempre
NOTA negativa e il wifi solo davanti alla reception sempre chiusa e al nostro arrivo non ci è stata data neanche la password dopo due giorni abbiamo trovato per caso un altra inquilina che gentilmente ci ha dato la password. Abbiamo dovuto comprare un phon perché il bagno ne era sprovvisto. Ho trovato poco assistenza se hai un problema non c'è nessuno fortunatamente a noi è andato tutto bene durante la nostra permanenza
Vi bodde i lägenheten i tre veckor och trivdes utmärkt. Lägenheten var välutrustad och hade bra läge i staden. Nära affär och restauranger och inte allt för många trappor. Vår husvärd, José, var mycket vänlig och serviceinriktad. Kom och hjälpte oss att få igång wiFi två gånger. Kan mycket väl tänka oss att hyra lägenheten igen. Hela anläggningen hade hög standard med fint poolområde och välskött trädgård. Det kändes väldigt lugnt och tryggt att bo där.
Fin lejlighed til 2 personer. Alt pænt og i orden. TV, vaskemaskine, microovn, ovn. Man kan fint lave enkel mad. Almindelige tynde dyner. Mange håndklæder. Gode havestole på terrassen. Dog ikke sol på terrassen i januar. Kunne komme på nettetmed et SIM-kort, vi fik af Jose, det betød at den ene af vores telefoner kun kunne bruges i forbindelse med internettet, men det var OK. Fint poolområde med mange liggestole. Roligt område. Gode P-muligheder. Ca 15 minutters gang til stranden
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Thank god for Kate Winslet; I was feeling very old and get off my lawn-ish. I will say Shailene Woodley looks lovely here although I'm not sure why she is dressed up as a treeReplyCancel
Can we find shorter dresses girls?
And dont forget to give your vajayjays some good Vitamin D exposure like Shailene does.
Daaamn, TheoReplyCancel
Um…Why did Gracie Gold have to bring her Olympic medal with her? Oh–so someone would know who the hell she was?ReplyCancel
What Jessi said.
Ashley Judd looks ridiculous. Weird top, and way too long.ReplyCancel
Ashley Judd lost weight. I guess all the critisim got to her.ReplyCancel
I can't spell today!ReplyCancel
I'm with TTM, get off my lawn kids.ReplyCancel
The wonderful winslet and a bunch of random bitches.ReplyCancel
Shailene Woodley is really starting to get to me. Cute and mouthy and probably gay. This is a girl that I could get busy with. She woudn't enjoy it but what do I care?
Maggie Q sitting unlady like.
Good old Kate, always happy to get the birthday suit out.ReplyCancel
just finished first 2 books in series – so far i'm hooked. And now i need to see the movieReplyCancel
Ashley, just because your marbles are hanging out doesn't mean your dress isn't fugly. And too long.ReplyCancel
Damn. Theo James.
Miles Teller looks like another Savage brother (Ben and Fred, not Dan)
I read these books with my kids. I was pleasantly surprised with the casting of Ashley Judd and Kate Winslet as Tris' mom and the leader of Edudite. I hope it is good. Taking them to see it this weekend, but would it be asking too much to have a young adult series that wasn't so bleak and post-apocalyptic?!ReplyCancel
@Frufra I'll check them out. My eldest was asking to read them just last night, so I'll go ahead and get them. Thanks for the tip!ReplyCancel
@Crystal I also don't think she's conventionally pretty.ReplyCancel
@Oopsy – glad to help – hope y'all like them. Just asked my son – he also suggested the Percy Jackson series, if you haven't read them. (Reading level is possibly below YA, but still very enjoyable.) He also said you can't go wrong with Sherlock Holmes – the classics, to quote him :-). Also, the Cryptid Hunters series by Roland Smith, Super Human series by Michael Carroll, and the Eragon quadrilogy by Christopher Paolini. Happy Reading!ReplyCancel
Ashley Judd and Kate Winslet are both GORGEOUS, and thank god, they both still look like themselves. Refreshing!ReplyCancel
Kate's looking great, aside from Maggie Q's look at my dress she just looks like so many others to me..ReplyCancel
Someone should tell Charlotte York that sunshine can cure that vagina depression right up!!!ReplyCancel
I'm not a fan of any of these dresses (Kate's gives me the sads) but Maggie Q gives me a wth vibe.ReplyCancel
I'm just glad you made it, Seven! I was starting to get worried!ReplyCancel
Everyone looks so fab!ReplyCancel


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Adventure Quest of the Quad Cities
Adventure Quest of the Quad Cities is the perfect for fun-filled outdoor adventures. This 54-acre facility is located just off 1-80 & I-88 near East Moline IL. Make your reservations today and enjoy zip lines, panning for gems, hay rack rides, and wonderful hiking trails. This facility is also available for parties and corporate team building. An elegantly decorated 8,000 square foot banquet facility with an extensive menu is available. The facility also offers interactive games, inflatables, dunk tanks, water slides, laser tag, and more. Check out these annual fall events that include Pumpkin Festival the last weekend in September and the QC Haunted Forest every Friday & Saturday in October. Call (309) 523-3619 for reservations or more information.
CITY:Port Byron
Quad Cities Hot Air Balloon Fest
Red, yellow and orange-hued leaves aren't the only colors to view in Western Illinois' skies this fall. At Moline's annual Quad Cities Hot Air Balloon Fest, a myriad of hot air balloons take off throughout the weekend and glow high above the town after dark.
CITY:East Moline
Country Corner Farm Market & Pumpkin Patch
Farm, Fresh, Fun! Explore acres of pumpkins, a giant interactive adventure corn maze, farm-fresh produce, a petting zoo, craft barn, tree house and playground. Hayrack and pony rides, Mine for gems, ride the famous cow train. Special event weekends and concessions are also offered.U-pick pumpkins, interactive adventure corn maze and flashlight maze available in the month of October. Ample parking and a nominal charge for activities.
This zoo located near the Quad Cities houses more than 900 exotic animals. See the animal exhibits on foot or hop aboard the Mel McKay Express, a miniature replica of an old steam engine that takes visitors around the park. Rise and shine with the wild things during Breakfast With the Animals, held on select Saturdays.
CITY:Coal Valley
Built on the site of a former Arabian horse farm, this beautiful 18-hole, par 71 championship golf course stretches along wooded ravines on the Rock River. The course is home of the John Deere Classic, a PGA Tour event that draws top golf talent.
Creekside Vineyards Wine Terrace & Inn
Enjoy this vineyard and B&B combo located just a few minutes from major attractions in the Quad Cities. Vineyard tours are available by appointment. Lovely Inn located in a beautiful country setting, yet minutes from entertainment, dining and shopping. Wine tastings offered throughout the year. Check website for complete details on wine tastings, special events, and to book a room at the Inn.
CITY:Coal Valley
The Chief Keokuk Campground features 70 pads with electrical hook-ups for trailers, plus 25 tent sites. There is a shower building on site. A sanitary dump station is near the camping area. The cabin is located on a slope overlooking Johnson Lake. A fire grill, table and BBQ grill are provided outside. A full-size bed, two sets of bunk beds, a table and benches are provided inside. The cabin has heat and air conditioning as well as two ceiling fans.
John Deere Harvester Works Combine Factory Tours
Tour Deere & Companies largest combine factory and Visitors Center. Minimum age 13, closed toe shoes required, tours subject to availability and factory production schedules. Watch combines made from beginning to end. Watch them dipped in the famous green paint and watch workers and machines create these amazing agricultural machines. To Schedule a tour call 800-765-9588. Tours are Monday through Friday at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. by appointment. Tours are guided and take place aboard motorized vehicles.
CITY:East Moline
Located 4 miles north of I-80 at exit 19 and adjacent to the historic Hennepin Canal. Shady, quiet camping in the midst of nature's wonders. Spend a night in one of our four rustic cabins. Try the Yurt Accommodations. It is 20 foot diameter, and sleeps 8. It has one queen bed and 2 bunk beds with a full on bottom and twin on top Rent a canoe or kayak and relax on historic Hennepin Canal. Bring you own bicycle or simply walk to enjoy the recreational trail along the Hennepin Canal. The town of Geneseo has great Victorian homes with welcoming porches. In additional to the RV camp sites, there are 12 tent sites available. Internet services on site.
What a way to travel - about 75 miles, from one major river to another (the Illinois and the Mississippi), all on one newly built trail. The Hennepin Parkway State Trail (a linear state park) offers surcease from the flat, treeless Illinois prairie with a lock-strewn straight course of water and a green tunnel over the old tow path of a canal that was obsolete before it was completed. Quaint towns lie nearby, camping spaces (usually primitive) abound, and history is there for the dipping of your fingers in the water. At Sheffield, a comprehensive trail museum more than fills the gaps in your experience of a very unique way to travel through the heart of America.
History in the Paint Public Art Tour
In the summer of 2013, a collective of artists, called the Walldogs, came to Kewanee, IL to paint 15 historic murals depicting the long history and heritage of the city. These paintings can be found on many downtown facades, as well as at the Amtrak Station that brings new people to the area, every day. About this mural: Kewanee was founded in May of 1854, when the Military Tract Railroad was routed to the north of Wethersfield. The town founders were from Wethersfield Township to the south, Sylvester Blish, Ralph Tenney, Henry Little and Sullivan Howard, plus Nelson Lay from Wisconsin. Colonel Berrian, civil engineer who supervised the laying of the track through this area, was asked to choose a name and he decided on "Kewanee," a Winnebago Indian word for "prairie chicken." In 1921, Wethersfield's 2,000 people asked to be annexed to Kewanee with its 16,000. That 18,000 would turn out to be Kewanee's peak population.
Bishop Hill State Historic Site
Four historically significant buildings are owned by the State of Illinois and are maintained as part of the Bishop Hill State Historic Site. These architectural treasures are the two-story Colony Church (1850), the three-story Colony Hotel (1852-ca. 1860), the Boys Dormitory (ca. 1850), and the Colony Barn (mid-1850s) that has been relocated behind the Hotel. In addition, the central village park contains a reconstructed gazebo and war monuments. On the south edge of the village, stands a new brick Museum to house a comprehensive collection of paintings by colonist and self-taught artist, Olof Krans (1838-1916). Hours and days of operation change with the season. Please call to confirm your visit.
CITY:Bishop Hill
The Grand Illinois Trail (GIT) is a 535-mile loop trail in northern Illinois. It goes from Lake Michigan to the Mississippi along the northern border of Illinois and then loops back across the state along the Illinois River and the Hennepin Canal. 200 miles of the route is on paved township and county roads while the rest is on limestone trails or paths. Hennepin Canal Communities - Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo and Colona.
This historic building showcases warmth and spirit and is stocked with primitive favorites: cupboards and buckets featuring folk art, early country in old paint & original surface, barrels & quilts, tables and bowls. Peruse through garden accents, textiles, pottery, yellowware, treenware, handmades and dried everlastings to accent your home décor.
CITY:Bishop Hill
This 1/4-mile drag racing facility features bracket racing on Saturday nights. An IHRA National event and many other specialty events are held here, including the World Series of Drag Racing.
Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
The Hennepin Canal State Park, a 104-mile linear park, is a rustic, historic, educational, and recreational jewel spanning five counties and includes the entire width of Henry County with access points in Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo, and Colona. It offers an up-close look at a fascinating piece of transportation history. It is popular with bicyclists who ride from town to town exploring the history, dining, lodging, and entertainment possibilities as they travel. The canal multi-purpose recreational trail is a portion of the American Discovery Trail, a 6,800-mile coast-to-coast trail devoted to non-motorized use. It is also part of the Grand Illinois Trail, a 535-mile loop through northern Illinois. The tree-lined park is a refuge with prairie restorations and wetlands slicing through corn and soybean farmland. Home to diverse flora and fauna, it has become a favorite for bird watchers and prairie enthusiasts. It offers numerous year-round opportunities to boat, hike, bike, fish, ride horseback, snowmobile, ice skate, and cross-country ski. Explore Henry County's jewel – the Hennepin Canal. In wintertime experience the longest snowmobile trail in the state -- 91 miles on the tow path. You can use the ice at your own risk, but pay heed to the locks, bridges and culverts where the ice likely is thinner than the rest of the canal. Bring your blades, skating along the canal is free! Keep in mind the rule is there must be 4" of snow and 6" of frost on canal for route to be open. Call the Visitor Center for automated message.
Antique Engine & Tractor Association Working Farm Show
Visit the 50-acre showground and experience the fall harvest early 1900's style. The event features the historical value of collection and exhibition of gasoline and steam tractors, power driven farm machinery and other equipment through field demonstrations, displays of gas engines, garden tractors, farm tractors, and equipment. Tractor pulls, craft demonstrations, speakers, children activities and music are featured daily. Food is available and parking is free. Take the kids on a train ride throughout the showground. .
Watch and bet on telecast thoroughbred and harness racing from all over the United States. A restaurant and lounge offer daily drink and lunch specials.
CITY:East Moline
Cruise the highway; treat Mom to the sights and sounds of Henry County's Thrifty on 150 from Route 6 in Coal Valley to Galesburg. It's a day to shop for deals at the many antique, plant and yard sales. Make a stop in Alpha to visit the car show and the plant sale at Gazebo Park.
Enjoy the perfect ending to the summer and visit the World's largest outdoor pork barbeque held on the streets of Kewanee. Events include a parade, carnival, concessions, craft show, three-day flea market, live entertainment stages. Open 7 am to 10 pm. Bringing home the chops since 1941.
Bishop Hill Prairie Arts Center
Enjoy watching the potter in an open air studio creating artwork on the potter's wheel. The center also features rug, broom, weaving and spinning artisans.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Lavender Crest Winery opened its doors for the first time in November of 2004, introducing customers to an opportunity for a unique way to taste wine that is produced in the Midwest. Lavender Crest Winery features a wine tasting room, gift shop, an espresso bar that serves lunch, entertainment, tours and more.
Andover Historical Museum & Grounds
This former home of August Rehnstrom was a temporary haven for Swedish immigrants in the 1860s. The lawn features the bell from the area's first two-story school and millstones from the historic Edwards River Mill.
The Outsider Gallery is filled with whimsical, elegant, and functional items from regional artisans Steve and Marsha Carleson. Marsha makes handmade paper, 3-dimensional paper pieces, bowls, vases, bottle cap tables and other objects of whimsy. Steve makes glass ornaments, beads, and fused glass pieces with the occasional traditional Swedish tina boxes combined into the mixture.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Atkinson Motorsport Campground
Enjoy your stay at the state of the art campground. There are 28 sites that will easily accommodate a 40' motor-home and then some! All sites have electricity and water, while some have sewer. A dump station is at the east end of the campground. There are 6 total shower houses also available: Each room has a shower, toilet, sink and hooks to hang your towel. Enjoy your evenings with a fire in the public use area. This is a great place for getting to know your neighbors and sharing stories about your day of riding and fun!
Windmont Park, a 20-acre site on the city's southwest side, is one of the most attractive settings of any park in the Midwest. A lagoon is surrounded by a large variety of trees and shrubs, and the eye is drawn to an iron footbridge that crosses the lagoon. There's also a sidewalk that circles the water. A fountain donated to the park by a group of citizens adds a finishing touch to the scene. Recently installed at Windmont were an disabled accessible fishing pier, a new shelter, playground equipment and wider sidewalks for walkers enjoying the jaunt around the lagoon.
The Feathered Nest at Windy Corner Farm
A delightful artist haven offering a mix of Victorian eggs, feathered masks and wreaths, floral arrangements and intimate miniature portrait silhouettes. Windy Corner Farms and The Feathered Nest gardens and studio are an experience soon to be a cherished memory.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Fort Obie Rendezvous and Living History Encampment
Visit the old world featuring a tipi encampment, black powder shoots, pre-1840 demonstrations, bow-shoots, tomahawk and knife throwing, primitive fire-starting and 1840 trade goods. Open: Friday is Educational Day with over 600 students touring the grounds. 10am to 5pm on Saturday, and 10am to 3pm on Sunday. Admission $2.00 per person.
The holiday festivities in Bishop Hill begin with Julmarknad, or Christmas Market. This event is based on Scandinavian customs dating back to the Middle Ages when farmers and artisans would gather in the village squares to sell their wares. Bishop Hill businesses will be offering unique gifts, handmade wares, antiques, quilts, collectibles, baked goods, delicious foods, and Swedish imports. Businesses will be open from 10-5pm. Scandinavian foods such as herring, lutfisk, and rye bread are also in abundance. Select from a large array of delicious holiday cookies, homemade by community bakers on Friday and Saturday.
CITY:Bishop Hill
During Christmas, Sherwood Forest is adorned with decorations and twinkling lights. Any time of year view a variety of animals, including turkeys, rabbits, peacocks, llamas, and miniature goats and deer.
One of Illinois' finest examples of courthouse architecture, this stately structure was built in 1878. The main courtroom ceiling is decorated with murals depicting the principal communities of the county.
Jordbruksdagarna – Agriculture days
Celebrate Bishop Hill's agrarian heritage, this event features traditional 19th century harvest activities and demonstrations, hands-on activities, music, farm produce, and Colony stew. Hours: 10am to 5pm.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Atkinson Motorsports Park (Gob Hill)
Looking for an adrenaline rush in Henry County? Experience the thrill of the Hill! Filled with 200 acres of unrestricted trails, undiscovered timber, rugged hills, steep valleys and lakes. Gob Hill is a motorsport enthusiast's dream. More conservative riders can enjoy over four miles of perimeter road riding, with beautiful Midwestern vistas. Gob Hill is also home to a children's dirt track perfect for knee-high dirt trackers. There is also a motocross track.
Hillcrest Resort and Event Center
Hillcrest Resort and Event Center features a clubhouse with fireplace and large screen TV's. You will also enjoy the restaurant, sports club, swimming pool, 9-hole golf course and weekly entertainment. This camping and RV resort offers fishing for bass, blue gill, and catfish, hiking trails, children's swings, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball, bags, a beverage store, and wireless Internet at the clubhouse. Secluded from the highway, but only ten miles to Quad Cities Airport in Moline and six miles to Interstate 80 in a beautiful country setting. The Event Center offers seven events per season: Hillcrest Music Fest, Illinois BBQ Fest, American Country Music Fest, and Quad Cities Haunted Woods. The center is also the home of reality TV show, American Resort. Camping and RV reservations can be made online or by phone. For information on upcoming festivals at the event center visit www.hillcresteventcenter.com.
Stay for a night, a weekend, or longer in the peaceful beauty of historic Bishop Hill. The Gallery Inn, located on the 2nd floor of the original 1856 Bishop Hill Colony Administration Building, offers three tranquil guest rooms, each with a queen bed and private bath, and a large shared sitting room overlooking the village park. It's the perfect spot to enjoy Bishop Hill's festivals and special events.
CITY:Bishop Hill
This is the only tug-of-war across the mighty Mississippi River. On Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., barge traffic, pleasure boats and paddleboats yield the right of way to a 2,400 foot, 680 pound rope that stretches between LeClaire, Iowa and Port Byron, Illinois. Eleven teams from each side are formed and the side with the most winning teams takes the Alabaster Eagle trophy for that year. Currently the score is tied 10 - 10. A family weekend event filled with carnival rides, live entertainment, a huge parade, scenic 5k run/walk, food, arts and craft vendors and one of the largest fireworks displays (friday night) in the two state area. Admission charged. Festival takes place on the Mississippi River at Port Byron IL Riverfront. Hwy. 67 & Port Byron. Call 309-523-2500 for more information
CITY:Port Byron
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center
Professional growers offering 1200 varieties of annuals, perennials, grasses, vegetables & vines. Heirloom tomatoes a specialty. Visit the expanded display gardens to gather ideas and shop a variety of unique gifts and planters for your garden. Landscape design and installation available. Open April 1 through October 31.
Prophetstown Park District Pool & Recreational Center
Indoor/outdoor pool with aerobic classes and open swims. Rec Center has volleyball and basketball courts.
This unique winery includes a remodeled barn that serves as a wine shop and a bed and breakfast in a historic home overlooking the vineyard, all located on a sesquicentennial farm.
Atkinson Historical Society Museum
This historical society museum has diplays and entertaining stories about the people and history of Atkinson, the Hennepin Canal, Rolle Bolle and Henry County.
More on 34 - Miles and Miles of Sales
Treasure hunters and pickers alike find bargains traveling over 100 miles through five counties and 18 towns. It's not your typical garage or yard sale. Day trippers will find an array of items from vendors who line the streets to sell their wares with selections from antiques and collectibles to everyday things.
Return to the serenity of an earlier time with a visit to this restored Swedish village. See traditional craftsmen at work, explore our museums, visit our numerous and unique shops and dine in one of our Swedish-American restaurants.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Step away from the everyday to the ultimate retreat. The Twinflower Inn features four suites and two guest rooms. Built as the original Colony Hospital in 1855, the inn is one of 10 original buildings lovingly restored in the village of Bishop Hill a national historic landmark. It's your home base for a weekend adventure to begin.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Good's European Bed & Breakfast Suites
If you're traveling in Western Illinois, stop in at Good's, then stay overnight in one of four European Bed & Breakfast Suites! Enjoy complimentary continental breakfast at the Rathskeller, and free Wi-Fi Internet access. Each room is tastefully appointed with furniture collections featured in Good's American Furniture Showplace store.
Karen Vroman, MWS/Added Touch Gallery
Gallery. Appointment preferred.
Experience an old time mercantile with shelves brimming with Swedish gourment foods, confections and souvenirs.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Tournament Players Club Deere Run - Quad Cities
The Midwest's premier semi-private golf facility - in a setting of mature hardwood trees, rolling hills, and the serene Rock River Valley. Designed to host the PGA Tour's John Deere Classic. A la carte & events dining, full service Golf Shop.
Pre-Victorian, 1850's 4 guest room with private baths. Three and a half acres on Mississippi Riverfront. Marina on property - Boat in Summer - watch eagles in winter.
The Geneseo Historical Museum features displays of local people and places in an Italianate-style home built in the mid-1800. Walk through the 27-rooms which tell the story of how people lived in the past and Geneseo's history. See the Underground Railroad space used to hide runaway slaves. A wide variety of President Abraham Lincoln artifacts are the centerpiece of the museum. Visit the newly built carriage house home to Geneseo's agricultural history. Explore and be delighted while learning about Geneseo's heritage
Andover's quaint chapel was endowed by the world-famous opera singer Jenny Lind. Built in 1850, this chapel is the "Mother Church" of the former Augustana Lutheran Synod of America.
Large mature trees covering 50 acres surrounds a 5 acre lake for you to unwind in nature's glory. Activities for all ages - swim, fish, play horseshoes, volleyball or swing at the playground. 30 and 50 amp sites all with water and electric hookup. Pull through and tent sites are available.
The Bishop Hill Bakery& Eatery is and always will be a respite for Bishop Hill visitors offering fresh baked bread, cookies, pies, with a dash of neighbourliness. As you stand to place your order at the counter watch fresh bread and cookies made right before your eyes. Serving delish lunches with homemade soup, casseroles, or a sandwich from the daily lunch menu. The bakery is located across from the Colony Store and Steeple building and Sweet Annie Primitives.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Henry County Historical Museum
This museum's detailed exhibits include a one-room schoolhouse, doctor's and dentist's offices, the war room, restored ag implements, machinery, an authentic windmill and a hog house.
CITY:Bishop Hill
American Woman's League Chapter House
Built in 1911 and listed in the National Register of Historic Sites, this house is now owned by the Andover Historical Society. Was built as one of nine Woman's League Chapter Houses in the state of Illinois, features stylistic characteristics of the arts and crafts movement.
Francis Park, home to "Woodland Palace" is a great place to tour and enjoy the outdoors. Perfect for your special occasion. 40 acres of woodlands to explore while camping at one of 60 RV sites with electricity or in the spacious tent area. Water, dump station, free firewood are available. Enjoy the playground equipment, ball diamond, horseshoe court and picnic area. Open and closed area shelters available for rental. Open May through September - no reservations available. Easily accessible from I-74 and I-80.
1,365 acres of recreation opportunities. The park's centerpiece is a 58-acre lake that offers both fishing and boating, as well as nearly two and a half miles of shoreline to explore.
If motorcycles are your thing, check out Reiman's Harley Davidson. Roger Reiman, the original proprietor, is a 1998 inductee into the American Motorcycle Association's Hall of Fame and a three-time winner of the Daytona 200. A top competitor in the AMA's Grand National Circuit during the 1960s, Reiman cut back on his racing schedule to manage the family Harley Davidson dealership in Kewanee during the 1970s. It was during this time that he became famous as motorcycle stuntman Evel Knievel's head mechanic. Since Reiman's death in a racing accident in 1997, the Packee family has owned and operated the dealership. One of the top Harley Davidson dealerships in the Midwest, Reiman's can meet every motorcycle enthusiast's needs and desires. Stop by and visit the Racing Museum and check out the history of Roger Reiman and Evel Knievel. Axle will be there to greet you!
Bishop Hill Clay and Fiber Fest
Interact with skilled potters and a variety of fiber artists during this two day event. Artists are featured in an indoor/outdoor classroom at Bishop Hill's Prairie Arts Center. Potters of all levels will demonstrate wheel throwing and hand building techniques, the Native American art of horse hair pottery, pit and raku firing processes and more. Learn weaving, spinning, rug hooking and broom making. Make and take activities will be conducted both days. Local musicians will entertain you with their diverse musical style in the village park Saturday afternoon, and an old-fashioned pie and ice cream social will be held there, too. Saturday evening, a soup supper takes place in the Bishop Hill Colony School. For $10, attendees can pick out a hand-thrown bowl, fill it with homemade soup, and take the bowl home afterward.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Choose and cut your own Christmas tree here. On weekends, caboose rides help transport your tree out of the Enchanted Forest.
Best Western Annawan Inn and Banquet Center
Conveniently located off of Interstate 80, Exit 33 with a friendly and personable management team. The facility offers 62 spacious rooms with a refrigerator, microwave and 25" television in every room. Select from a standard king, standard double, handicap accessible and extended stay rooms. Complimentary hot continental breakfast and free wireless Internet access. The Banquet Center has seating capacity for 450 people. It also has the ability to host three-break out rooms seating 75 each and hotel offers 1 meeting room seating 45. A Banquet Center adjoins hotel with for groups 400 maximum seating. Catering available.
Conviently located just minutes off of Interstate 80; near downtown Geneseo, offering many shopping opportunities. Only 20 minutes from the Quad City International Airport and the mighty Mississippi. Wake up each morning to free SuperStart continental breakfast, and take advantage of amenities like free Wi-Fi and free large-vehicle parking to help your trip go smoothly. Unwind after a day on the road in our heated indoor pool, or just relax in your spacious room with cable TV. Book a suite to enjoy additional conveniences like a Jacuzzi, microwave, refrigerator and a sofabed or easy chair and ottoman. We have pet-friendly, non-smoking and handicapped-accessible rooms available, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
Big Bend State Fish and Wildlife Area
1,188 acres of natural beauty. Fishing on Rock River and hunting.
There are many eclectic country treasures featuring dinnerware, table linens, purses and home decor specialty items. Along with the gift barn visit the Christmas Shoppe filled with trimmings for the Holiday season.
"Torment at Twelve Hundred" the theatrical haunted attraction, continues its daunting saga of "Torment," exceeding the boundaries of fear, sending you on a walking path through dark winding tunnels, outdoor wooded trails, highly detailed buildings and more. One of the top 10 haunts in Illinois by USA Today. Not recommended for 12 years and younger. Open all weekends in October! Fridays & Saturdays: 7 pm – 12 am, Sundays 7 pm – 10 pm. General Admission $15.00
Friendly tavern serving food made on site. Decorated with historic sports memorabilia from local Bishop Hill teams.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Conveniently located just minutes off of Interstate 80; near downtown Geneseo offering many shopping opportunities. Located only 20 minutes from the Quad City International Airport.
Built in 1966, this semi-private, 18-hole golf course is situated on extremely hilly terrain, and features a putting green and chipping area. A fabulous choice for quality golf and excellent dining.
Cambridge Christmas on the Square
70 plus crafters will be featured at the Cambridge Parent Club's annual craft show. Visit beautifully decorated homes during the Tour of Homes, area churches will feature "specialty treats." Stop at Cambridge Community Hall and enjoy a visit with Santa, Holiday Music, supper and view the Festival of Trees. End the day and partake in the Baptist Church Christmas Cantata. Hours: 3pm to 8pm.
This monument features a statue of a Civil War soldier.
36 spacious smoking/non-smoking rooms available with 25" color TV, cable, refrigerator, and microwave in every room. Select from a standard king, standard double, handicap accessible and extended stay rooms. Complimentary hot continental breakfast, free local calls and wireless Internet access, fax & copy services. Located 6.55 miles from Historic Bishop Hill and .06 miles from the Wiley Museum.
Andover and Andover Lake Park will glow with decorations. Stroll on walkways marked by luminaries or ride in a horse-drawn wagon. Soup supper and Christmas goodies, refreshments & kids crafts at the American Legion Building from 5pm to 7pm. Visit candle-lit Jenny Lind Chapel and hear live Christmas music from 6pm to 8pm.
Located at ground level below The Gallery Inn, the Bishop Hill Gallery specializes in artwork and framing. As you enter the gallery, you will notice a great selection of Abraham Lincoln and Civil War photographs and documents, as well as other artwork. You can purchase your art and have it framed by skilled crafts people in the same location.
CITY:Bishop Hill
The Asa Crook Home is the first frame house built in 1839 by Whiteside County's first settler. The restored home is open for tours.
Ronald Reagan Birthplace & Museum
This quaint apartment, featuring the bedroom where the President was born, restored and decorated to its original 1900's style, sits on the second floor at the site of the First National Bank which has also been restored. Next door is a gift store and museum of Reagan memorabilia.
Country Antique Market, Bishop Hill
Join in the gathering of 60 exceptional proprietors showing and selling their wares on the Colony School lawn. Look and peruse through a vast variety of hard to find specialty collectibles and antiques from early country, primitives, folk art, pottery and textiles. This market is the the place you are longing to explore. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $5
CITY:Bishop Hill
Country Corner Giant Pumpkin Festival
Jack O'Lantern meets Jack and the Beanstalk! Like Jack's plant, a pumpkin can grow, and grow, and grow – until it becomes one of the stars of the annual Giant Pumpkin Festival! See pumpkins weighing over 500 pounds. Most are for sale, so–give yourself the ultimate challenge and wrestle a giant out in our 20-acre pumpkin patch–or just point at one that's been pre-picked at the farmstand. We'll help with the wrestling, weighing and toting. Fall fun park, hayrack rides, corn cannons, our famous "Cow Train" barrel train, "Mining for Gems" ,bounce house, and Kids' Corn Maze. Free admission, ample parking, nominal charge for events. Fall Fun Park open: 10:30am to 6pm.
Start your exploration with a visit to Good's Furniture. America's Furniture Showplace is one of the oldest and largest family-owned furniture stores in the Midwest and is the centerpiece of Kewanee's downtown. The 250,000 square-foot showroom spans two city blocks and encompasses twelve restored buildings that feature over fifty furniture brands. It's a complete shopping experience: visit Good's Market Square Gift Emporium with unique gifts including upscale clothing and accessories, fine luggage, gourmet food and wine, and much more! Grab a bite to eat at the Wine Cellar Restaurant on Good's lower level. For an afternoon pick-me-up, stop by the Coffee & Wine Bar. A skywalk, glass elevators, and a Koi Pond add to the ambience. Visit for the day and pamper yourself with an overnight stay at the in-store European Bed & Breakfast.
This celebration welcomes spring with businesses serving treats and refreshments. We invite you to experience Bishop Hill renewed. Spring has arrived in Bishop Hill with special exhibits, shops open with fresh ideas. Refreshments are served in many of the shops and museums. See you soon!
CITY:Bishop Hill
The Hennepin Canal Parkway follows an old towpath that was actually never used, although the locks and aqueducts are in still in place. It was originally built to link the Illinois and Mississippi rivers. The 105-mile path is level and easy; however, water is scarce along the way (found only at locks 21, 22 and the Visitor Center), so be sure to bring plenty, especially during hot days. The landscape varies from forest to grasslands to marsh to farmland, and the trail is particularly pleasing during fall, when the leaves are changing colors. The Hennepin Canal Parkway has become a cyclist's paradise and an exceptional spot for fishing, birding, horseback riding and a wealth of outdoor recreation.
Mautino State Fish and Wildlife Area
Encompasses 871 acres of mostly unreclaimed strip-mining land. The area is dotted with some 15 stocked lakes for fishing. Be aware that shore access is limited and that shorelines tend to drop off suddenly into deep water.
People line up for these delicious pizzas. Bring the whole family and have a seat. Choose from a variety of toppings on delicious handmade pizzas. Open since 1955.
The Hennepin Feeder Canal Trail located just south of Rock Falls is where you will pick up this medium to difficult trail. Cyclists, hikers and anglers come to enjoy the stocked waters, the peaceful wooded banks and the abundance of bird life. As the trail heads south toward the rural countryside the path frees itself from the throngs of people allowing you to enjoy the serene environment all to yourself.
Tour this centennial barn, one of the largest in the country and one of forty-two left in the State of Illinois. It stands 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter and features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo. A farm implement museum in on the main floor. Tours are provided by Friends of Johnson's Park Foundation and groups of ten or more asked to call ahead. Open the first, third, and fifth Saturday beginning May through October. Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Surrounded by a ridge covered with thousands of pine trees, Sandy Pine has some of the largest and top-ranked elk bulls in the Midwest. Take a tour through the pasture and snap some photos.
CITY:Deer Grove
Located just 10 miles south of Rock Falls, Deer Valley is a challenging 18-hole championship golf course.
CITY:Deer Grove
A lovely four square Guest House located one block from Prophetstown State Park on the banks of the Rock River. The large front porch is your first friendly hello as you enter this home away from home. With four bedrooms and a three season sleeping porch it's the perfect place for a small or large gathering of family or friends. If you're in the area exploring or home for a family event the North House is an excellent option for your day, week or month long needs. Also, consider the North House for bridal and baby showers, birthday celebrations, anniversary receptions, meetings and more.
Start the day off at 9am with having breakfast with Santa, make-it and take-it ornaments for kids, edible Christmas ornaments for wildlife, train and carriage rides, candy cane hunt, viewing mini Christmas trees, and a chocolate fair. Parade features floats, marching bands, and Santa. Dusk falls and tens of thousands of lights light up the decorations at Veteran's Park downtown Galva. Enjoy the Galva Arts Council entertainment in the evening.
If you enjoy classic cars and trucks in a historic downtown setting, please join us for the annual Cambridge Auto Show. Over 150 cars, trucks and motorcycles will be on display. The day offers live entertainment, tours of the Historical Heritage Village, food and craft vendors, along with many other activities.
An array of skillfully handmade items, vintage and new quilts along with a treasure trove of antiques and collectibles. Hours: Daily 10am to 5pm, Sun 12pm to 5pm call ahead for winter hours.
CITY:Bishop Hill
AmericInn Lodge and Suites of Kewanee
Located in Kewanee, off U.S. 34 with great dining and shopping nearby. Amtrak transportation is available in the downtown area. Guests are offered a hot cup of coffee and a satisfying complimentary Continental breakfast. Choose from 49 rooms and two specialty suites. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, pool-side exercise room and heated spa. Other guest services at the hotel include a business center and guest laundry room. 900 square feet meeting space available. A perfect place for a weekend getaway, wedding or any special occasion.
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner while overlooking the 56-acre lake. Featuring buffalo burgers, vegetarian choices, homemade pie and daily features. Breakfast and lunch served Tuesday through Sunday 8 am to 2 pm. Dinner served Thursday through Saturday, 5 pm to 8 pm.
Tampico Area Historical Museum
This museum that focuses on the Tampico area features exhibits related to schools, agriculture, prominent families and businesses. Items on display include newspapers, funeral records and memorabilia.
PL Damron's Catering Cafe & Banquets
Follow the lunch crowd and dine in a beautifully preserved historic building where everything is homemade from the soups to the entrees. PL Damron's Café is known for its fresh baked breads, bakery treats (try the cinnamon and caramel rolls!), and pies. PL Damron's Barbecue is a house specialty with pulled pork, pulled rib, beef, and chicken served in a special barbecue sauce. PL Damron's Café also offers catering and banquet services. Hours:Tuesday to Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, "The Scoop" open 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Old Settlers' Day and Colony School Reunion
Celebrate the 171st anniversary of the Bishop Hill Colony and the 121st year of the Old Settler's Association. Enjoy a traditional chicken dinner, the High Society Band Concert and program featuring Bishop Hill Colony descendants' speakers. Sunday a reunion of students and teachers from the Bishop Hill Colony School takes place and memories are shared. Hours: 11:30 am to 3 pm.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Stop in …enjoy whimsical paper mache sculptures and hand colored prints by David Smith; resident artist and art teacher. Explore our ever-growing selection of diverse artwork by innovative Midwest artists. We offer art classes for children, adults, and private groups. We are also available for social gatherings, meetings, and birthday parties. Our goal is to be a gathering place for the community and visitors, so that visual arts might enrich everyone's life.
We invite you to spend the day in an enchanting village. The park is the center of this small town and will be filled with storytelling and music. What is a Chautauqua anyway? Join us for the historical re-enactment, a family oriented event sharing true tales of what makes us uniquely American.
CITY:Bishop Hill


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Pistorius to fight murder charge
Oscar Pistorius will contest the charge that he murdered his girlfriend in a premeditated act in the "strongest terms", according to his family and management.
Pistorius broke down in tears in a Pretoria court on Friday as the prosecution made clear they would pursue the murder case.
The 26-year-old Paralympic athlete's girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp was shot dead at the luxury home where Pistorius lives, on the Silver Lakes Golf Estate, in the early hours of yesterday morning.
Describing the case as a "terrible, terrible tragedy", the family of Pistorius underlined his intentions but stressed their first thoughts were with family and friends of Steenkamp.
A statement from the family and the athlete's management read: "Firstly, and most importantly, all our thoughts today must be with the family and friends of Reeva Steenkamp.
"Oscar Pistorius has appeared in court here in Pretoria this morning formally charged with the murder of Reeva Steenkamp. The alleged murder is disputed in the strongest terms.
"These are now live and active legal proceedings which must be allowed to take their course through the process of proper investigation by the police, evidence-gathering and through the local South African judicial system."
The statement added: "He [Pistorius] has made it very clear that he would like to send his deepest sympathies to the family of Reeva.
"He would also like to express his thanks through us today for all the messages of support he has received - but as stated our thoughts and prayers today should be for Reeva and her family - regardless of the circumstances of this terrible, terrible tragedy."
A bail hearing was delayed until Tuesday and Pistorius will be held at a Pretoria police station, rather than prison, until that time. Police have already said they will oppose any bail application from Pistorius.
Pistorius, who won two gold medals and a silver at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London, was met by a media frenzy as he arrived at the packed court house dressed in a sober grey suit and blue tie.
Earlier, he attempted to obscure his identity, covering his face with a jacket and a note pad as he was driven into the precincts.
The track superstar was supported by his father Henke, brother Carl and sister Aimee in court.
The hearing came after a two-hour delay while the athlete's lawyers objected to the scrum of local and international reporters who turned out to witness his appearance.
His arrest yesterday triggered shock across the globe and prompted rumours that he may have mistaken his girlfriend for an intruder in what could have been a Valentine's Day surprise gone wrong.
But police swiftly distanced themselves from being the source of that suggestion and said there had been previous incidents of a "domestic nature" at Pistorius' property.
Ms Steenkamp's body was discovered at around 3am, after neighbours reported hearing screams and gunshots coming from the sprinter's home.
According to the Beeld newspaper, the model was shot four times through a bathroom door.
Officers said she was shot in the head and upper body. They recovered a 9mm pistol from the scene.
Pistorius made history with his appearance at the London Olympics, running in the 400 metres and the 4x400m relay.
The track star was born without fibulas and underwent below-the-knee amputations at 11 months old.
He had to win a legal battle over the use of his blades with the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) in 2008 for the right to compete in able-bodied competition.
Pistorius' father said his son was "sad" following the shooting. Mr Pistorius told SABC radio news: "I don't know the facts. If anyone makes a statement, it will have to be Oscar. He's sad at the moment."
South Africa's M-Net cable TV channel pulled adverts featuring the athlete off air immediately after his arrest.
Sports apparel group Nike, along with most of his sponsors, said it would not make any decisions until the police investigation was completed.
His sponsorship deals - with firms including BT, sunglasses manufacturer Oakley and French designer Thierry Mugler - are thought to be worth as much as £1.3million a year.


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Debates of June 5th, 2012
House of Commons Hansard #134 of the 41st Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was scientists.
- Question Period
- Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics
- Combating Terrorism Act
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Questions Passed as Orders for Returns
- Business of Supply
- "MP for a Day" Competition
- Erin Doyle
- Festivals in Vaudreuil-Soulanges
- Citizenship Act
- World Oceans
- D-Day
- World Environment Day
- George Abdallah
- ALS Awareness Month
- Foreign Affairs
- Budget Implementation
- Health
- Rodolfo Quezada Toruno
- Rugby
- The Budget
- Canadian Forces
- Natural Resources
- National Defence
- Employment
- Ministerial Expenditures
- Citizenship and Immigration
- International Trade
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Search and Rescue
- The Budget
- Pensions
- Justice
- National Film Board
- Veterans
- The Environment
- Agriculture
- The Economy
- The Environment
- Natural Resources
- Neuville Airport
- Fisheries and Oceans
- Points of Order
- Privilege
- Syria
- Business of the House
- Criminal Code
- Governor General
- Situation in Syria
Opposition Motion—Scientific and Social Science Expertise
Business of Supply
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Dan Harris Scarborough Southwest, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. member for his question.
Most certainly, the challenge is even greater for young people, who will have to work until age 67 because of the changes, meaning two years more than previously, or perhaps more, because they will first have to wait for new job opportunities.
Specifically, changes are currently being made to the economy and we need an educated labour force. But education itself is far too expensive. In addition, the job opportunities need to be there once they complete their studies.
Cuts to innovation, science and technology will harm the industry and young people, who will not be able to find jobs and will not be able to help improve the world. We do not know what the scientists of the future are going to discover. The fact is that we must give them the opportunity to do so.
Opposition Motion—Scientific and Social Science Expertise
Business of Supply
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Anne-Marie Day Charlesbourg—Haute-Saint-Charles, QC
Mr. Speaker, what impact does the hon. member think the Conservatives' research and development policy will have on our country's future?
Opposition Motion—Scientific and Social Science Expertise
Business of Supply
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Dan Harris Scarborough Southwest, ON
Mr. Speaker, the Conservatives' research and development policy will be detrimental in a number of ways. If there are fewer opportunities, fewer people will pursue a career in science and technology, thereby limiting innovation and invention. We need to lend our support to a large number of scientists to ensure that discoveries are made in health, the environment and industry.
The oil sands are problematic. A lot of work in science and research still needs to be done in that area, so that the oil sands will not harm the environment, as they currently do.
"MP for a Day" Competition
Statements by Members
1:55 p.m.
André Bellavance Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
Mr. Speaker, the sixth winner of the "MP for a Day" competition, Samuel Daigle, experienced a memorable day on Parliament Hill last week. The student at the Cégep de Victoriaville attended the Bloc Québécois caucus, met the Minister of Foreign Affairs and members of Parliament from the other parties, and participated in an interview on CPAC, among other things.
This competition, organized with the political science and geography teacher, Jean-François Léonard, helps demystify the job of a politician, gives a behind-the-scenes look and helps the student become more familiar with our democratic mechanisms.
I would like to thank my colleagues and everyone else who took time to explain their jobs to Samuel and who welcomed him warmly. Although he maintains a necessary critical eye, I think he now has a much different perspective of the job we do.
I would also like to thank the partners who make this competition possible: Équipe Sévégny-Baril from Via Capitale, the UPA Centre-du-Québec and the Association générale des étudiants et étudiantes du cégep de Victoriaville.
Erin Doyle
Statements by Members
June 5th, 2012 / 2 p.m.
Cathy McLeod Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo, BC
Mr. Speaker, on May 25, the community of Kamloops held a commemoration service for Master Corporal Erin Doyle. His name was added to the cenotaph in Kamloops, joining those who died in the cause of freedom.
Master Corporal Doyle served our nation and the Afghan people with distinction over the course of three tours of duty. It was with great sadness that we learned in 2008 that he was killed in action during a Taliban attack.
Beyond his role as a soldier, we also remember him as an irreplaceable man who was loved and cherished. He was truly our "local boy done good", starting his career as a reservist in our Rocky Mountain Rangers.
In his military career, he not only worked to safeguard Canadian communities, but to assist people halfway around the world in rebuilding theirs. This was a role he willingly took on in the hope of making a difference, and he paid the ultimate price.
On behalf of the Government of Canada, we salute the life and legacy of Master Corporal Erin Doyle.
Festivals in Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Statements by Members
2 p.m.
Jamie Nicholls Vaudreuil—Soulanges, QC
Mr. Speaker, I want to invite all Canadians and Quebeckers to take on the pleasant task of supporting the local tourism industry this summer. More specifically, I would like to draw the attention of my colleagues to what is happening in my riding.
On June 10, I invite my colleagues to take part in the very first S.O.U.P.E. festival, a free festival that provides an opportunity to bring generations and cultures together. From June 22 to 25, there is the Vaudreuil-Dorion circus festival, the first international circus competition of its kind in Canada. What is more, it is a carbon-neutral event.
Then there is the Hudson Music Festival, which will be held from July 31 to August 5.
Finally, the 28th Maison Trestler summer festival will hold concerts all summer long.
This summer, let us support the events in our regions. Let us travel at home.
Citizenship Act
Statements by Members
2 p.m.
Devinder Shory Calgary Northeast, AB
Mr. Speaker, I recently introduced Bill C-425, an act to amend the Citizenship Act (honouring the Canadian armed forces).
First, it outlines another pathway to integration for permanent residents. Second, it underscores the incredible worth of Canadian citizenship. Third, it honours the contribution of our brave men and women in uniform.
According to the bill, permanent residents who sign a three year contract with the Canadian armed forces would receive a one year credit toward citizenship. Additionally, a Canadian who commits an act of war against the Canadian armed forces would be deemed to have renounced his or her Canadian citizenship.
To serve Canada in our military is a patriotic act of service worthy of reward. Conversely, to commit an act of war against Canada's armed forces signals a clear rejection of Canadian responsibilities, values and citizenship.
In the coming months, I ask for support from all sides of this House for the bill.
World Oceans
Statements by Members
2 p.m.
Joyce Murray Vancouver Quadra, BC
Mr. Speaker, with every breath we take, every drop of water we drink, human beings are connected to the ocean. They are our life support system, give us more than half the oxygen we breathe, regulate our climate, provide invaluable resources and are an endless source of magic and mystery for the human spirit.
Eighty percent of the world's population lives within 100 kilometres of an ocean and three and a half billion people depend on the oceans for food. Yet, scientists estimate that up to one-third of commercial fisheries are overfished, climate change is making oceans warmer and more acidic, and a mere half a percent of global marine habitats are protected. We have work to do.
June 8 is World Oceans Day, a great opportunity to celebrate oceans, but our aim must be to protect them as a way of life. That is why this year's theme, "Youth: The Next Wave for Change", is so critical. We welcome young people's creativity and innovative ideas so that we can truly sustain oceans as they sustain us.
Statements by Members
2 p.m.
Gary Schellenberger Perth—Wellington, ON
Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, June 6, will mark the 68th anniversary of D-Day when nearly 25,000 Canadian soldiers, sailors and airmen stormed Juno Beach in Normandy and helped to turn the tide of the Second World War.
Our troops would pay a brutal cost to begin the liberation of Europe, with 5,400 Canadian graves in Normandy, the highest in the British army group.
I am very proud to have several D-Day veterans in my riding of Perth—Wellington, men like Chief Warrant Officer Art Boon and Battery Sergeant Major Stuart Jeffra who landed with the 19th Field Regiment, as well as Chief Warrant Officer Bill Broughton and Corporal Ray Huras who landed with the Highland Light Infantry.
Canada has always been a peaceful nation but our warriors have always brought an equal measure of determination and courage to battle when peace or freedom is at stake.
I know hon. members will join with all Canadians in recognizing our D-Day veterans.
World Environment Day
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe Pierrefonds—Dollard, QC
Mr. Speaker, on this World Environment Day, I would like to congratulate all those who are taking real action to protect the environment.
This year, supported by their devoted principal and teachers, about 30 students participated in the CFER program at Riverdale High School.
Thanks to their skills, to the stockrooms and machines in their school, as well as to the good co-operation they maintain with different companies, these students recycle televisions and computer systems. With the Caravan project, they also visit elementary schools to raise awareness about the environment and recycling.
They can be proud of the important work they do for our community.
Other initiatives also deserve to be recognized, including: the Pierrefonds-Roxboro Éco-quartier, which demonstrates leadership in waste management and in the cleanliness and beautification of our community; the Ferme Bord-du-Lac, which provides local, organic produce to people from the region; and the City of Dollard-des-Ormeaux, which offers an organic waste collection service.
There is still much to be done but, in my riding, we are taking real action for the environment and we can be proud of that.
George Abdallah
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Cheryl Gallant Renfrew—Nipissing—Pembroke, ON
Mr. Speaker, it is with a touch of personal sadness that I rise today to remember prominent Pembroke citizen, George Abdallah, who passed away this week.
George was a public man, in business, politics and community service.
"Trader George" joined his father in business in the early fifties, running a furniture and appliance business in Pembroke "at the block at the bridge".
A member of the Pembroke City Council from 1963 to 1972 and then mayor from 1972 to 1974, George impressed upon me the importance of every single voter as he missed being returned to office as mayor by less than a handful of votes. I valued his counsel.
Always active in politics, he was my driver in the last two federal elections.
George went on to serve over 20 years on the local hydro commission.
George was very active in charitable activities, as a one-time member of the Kiwanis, the Masonic Lodge and the Shriners. As a member of the Ottawa Valley Shrine Club, George could be seen on its float every Santa Claus parade.
On behalf of the community, I ask his wife of 57 years, Joan, and his children, Kathryn, Sandra and Brian, to please accept our appreciation of George of a life well-lived.
ALS Awareness Month
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
David Tilson Dufferin—Caledon, ON
Mr. Speaker, June is ALS Awareness Month.
ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a rapidly progressive fatal motor neuron disease that affects approximately 3,000 Canadians.
My father succumbed to ALS a number of years ago and, as a result of my very personal encounter with this devastating disease, I reintroduced my private member's bill last year to have June officially designated as national ALS month.
I commend the ALS Society of Canada for its tireless work in increasing awareness among Canadians, in funding research to find a cure and in providing quality care for those affected.
I encourage each member to wear a cornflower today to show their support in the fight against ALS. I also invite all hon. members to attend this evening's ALS reception in the parliamentary restaurant to learn more.
Together we can find a cure.
Foreign Affairs
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Hélène Laverdière Laurier—Sainte-Marie, QC
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute the staff of Rights & Democracy, a great Canadian organization that will, unfortunately, be closing its doors in July.
Rights & Democracy was created in 1988 by an act of Parliament that received unanimous approval. Its mandate was to promote respect for human rights and the development of democracy abroad. It was doing exceptional work in many places, including some of the most dangerous areas of the world.
The organization is being abolished, but as Jean-Louis Roy, former president of Rights & Democracy, told me recently, the organization is not dying. It will live on through all those it has helped throughout the world.
I will be hosting a non-partisan reception for the staff of Rights & Democracy on the Hill on June 14. I invite all my fellow MPs to attend this reception and to join me in thanking the employees of Rights & Democracy for their service.
Budget Implementation
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Jacques Gourde Lotbinière—Chutes-de-la-Chaudière, QC
Mr. Speaker, our government has an excellent track record when it comes to job creation and economic growth. Over 750,000 jobs have been created since 2009. Our most recent budget is the next phase of our plan for job creation and long-term prosperity in Canada.
Given that the global economic recovery remains fragile, particularly in Europe, Canadians want the government to focus on what matters most. That is exactly what our government is doing through the implementation of our economic action plan.
This is the longest debate that any budget bill has had in the House and in committee in nearly two decades. It is high time that the NDP made the economy a priority instead of playing partisan procedural games.
Why do the leader of the NDP and his party always side with the interests of radical activists rather than the interests of honest, hard-working Canadians?
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Peter Stoffer Sackville—Eastern Shore, NS
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Wayne Hanley, national president of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Canada; Mr. Mark Dobson, regional director for Atlantic Canada; and Mr. Tim Hosford, as well as all members of the UFCW across the country.
Last year, they had another record-breaking fundraising year for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, raising over $2 million. To date, UFCW Canada has raised over $23 million for leukemia and lymphoma research in Canada, making UFCW Canada the number one donator to this very important cause.
On behalf of the House of Commons on both sides, we congratulate UFCW Canada and all its membership for their fantastic work, one day hoping to find a cure for that terrible scourge of leukemia and lymphoma disease in this country. We congratulate UFCW Canada and thank its members for their continued efforts in this regard.


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Space Shuttle Discovery's final mission, STS-133, launched on Feb. 24 and came back to Earth March 9. Mission Specialist Alvin Drew spoke about his recent experiences in a phone interview on May 31.
Drew graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1984 with just the technical degrees the National Aeronautics and Space Administration were looking for but that wasn't all he had going for him. "Preparing for the military provided the right temperament and the ability to make life or death decisions and work in critical operations," he said. "Also the academy gave me mentoring and guidance."
He then explained that before entering the academy, he spent a year at the University of Delaware.
"I took all the physics precursors I thought I would need to get an engineering degree," he said. "When I got to the academy they didn't want to accept those credits but they let me take the final exam. If I passed, they would accept the credits."
He passed the freshman exam and in his second year he passed the sophomore, junior and senior finals.
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