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Posted on 07/04/2010 4:53:44 PM PDT by NoLibZone
Religious Affiliation of the Signers of the
Declaration of Independence
The signers of the Declaration of Independence were a profoundly intelligent, religious and ethically-minded group. Four of the signers of the Declaration of Independence were current or former full-time preachers, and many more were the sons of clergymen. Other professions held by signers include lawyers, merchants, doctors and educators. These individuals, too, were for the most part active churchgoers and many contributed significantly to their churches both with contributions as well as their service as lay leaders. The signers were members of religious denominations at a rate that was significantly higher than average for the American Colonies during the late 1700s.
These signers have long inspired deep admiration among both secularists (who appreciate the non-denominational nature of the Declaration) and by traditional religionists (who appreciate the Declaration's recognition of God as the source of the rights enumerated by the document). Lossing's seminal 1848 collection of biographies of the signers of the Declaration of Independence echoed widely held sentiments held then and now that there was divine intent or inspiration behind the Declaration of Independence. Lossing matter-of-factly identified the signers as "instruments of Providence" who have "gone to receive their reward in the Spirit Land."
From: B. J. Lossing, Signers of the Declaration of Independence, George F. Cooledge & Brother: New York (1848) [reprinted in Lives of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, WallBuilder Press: Aledo, Texas (1995)], pages 7-12:
From no point of view can the Declaration of American Independence, the causes which led to its adoption, and the events which marked its maintenance, be observed without exciting sentiments of profound veneration for the men who were the prominent actors in that remarkable scene in the drama of the world's history...
The signing of that instrument was a solemn act, and required great firmness and patriotism in those who committed it... neither firmness nor patriotism was wanting in that august body...
Such were the men unto whose keeping, as instruments of Providence, the destinies of America were for the time intrusted; and it has been well remarked, that men, other than such as these,--an ignorant, untaught mass, like those who have formed the physical elements of other revolutionary movements, without sufficient intellect to guide and control them--could not have conceived, planned, and carried into execution, such a mighty movement, one so fraught with tangible marks of political wisdom, as the American Revolution...
Their bodies now have all returned to their kindred dust in the grave, and their souls have gone to receive their reward in the Spirit Land.
From: Robert G. Ferris (editor), Signers of the Declaration: Historic Places Commemorating the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, published by the United States Department of the Interior, National Park Service: Washington, D.C. (revised edition 1975), pages 27-28:
Liberally endowed as a whole with courage and sense of purpose, the signers [of the Declaration of Independence] consisted of a distinguished group of individuals. Although heterogeneous in background, education, experience, and accommplishments, at the time of the signing they were practically all men of means and represented an elite cross section of 18th-century American leadership. Everyone one of them of them had achieved prominence in his colony, but only a few enjoyed a national reputation.
The signers were those individuals who happened to be Delegates to Congress at the time... The signers possessed many basic similarities. Most were American-born and of Anglo-Saxon origin. The eight foreign-born... were all natives of the British Isles. Except for Charles Carroll, a Roman Catholic, and a few Deists, every one subscribed to Protestantism. For the most part basically political nonextremists, many at first had hesitated at separation let alone rebellion.
Is this John RANDOLPH of the same Randolph family as intermarried with the Jeffersons? How did the Randolphs become followers of Islam?
Anybody know?
Great article. Thanks.
Something to ponder there!
"I read your post and do not see your point."
Well, that explains everything. No wonder the country is going down the collectivist statist socialist rat-hole. Thanks for your part in destroying my country.
I have no idea...the original reference citing John Randolph's conversion is:
Hugh A. Garland, "The life of John Randolph", pp. 87-88, in a letter from Francis Scott Key, May-June 1816; pp. 99-100, Randolph's letter to Francis Scott Key, Sept. 7, 1818, pp. 103-104, Key's letter to Randolf; 106-107, Key's reply to Randolph's letter of May 3, 1819, and pp. 108-109, Key's reply to Randolph's letter of Aug. 8, 1819.
>>>> Randolph was raised and remained within the Episcopalian Church. Historians reject assertions that Randolph at any time was a Muslim; the only evidence is one letter in 1818 in which he said that as a youth he rooted for the Muslim side when reading about the Crusades.[2] <<<<<
I don't think historians buy into that claim by that author, that John Randolph was a Muslim.
This is and has always been a myth created by Liberals.
Wrongo, on both counts. They're just reading a different Constitution.
Article 52 [Religion]
(1) Citizens of the USSR are guaranteed freedom of conscience, that is, the right to profess or not to profess any religion, and to conduct religious worship or atheistic propaganda. Incitement of hostility or hatred on religious grounds is prohibited.
(2) In the USSR, the church is separated from the state, and the school from the church.
-Constitution of the USSR
Sorry I do not agree a theocracy is freedom. Freedom allows anyone to believe and worship as they choose, which means Christians are free to practice their religion and worship in any way they choose. Your view will oppress all those who do not believe as you do, and choose to worship God, or not, as they choose.
If you hate individual liberty so much, perhaps your should be a Muslim.
I'd die to preserve your freedom to believe and worship as you belive and choose, It's obvious you would have me die if I do not embrace your beliefs. May your God have mercy on your enslaving soul.
I hope you have a Great 4th!
But have to say, I have no idea what you are talking about.
I don't mean that in a bad way. I still don't get your point.
Gotta go see fireworks now. out
So we agree then no national denomination and that the founding fathers were God worshiping men whom believed in Jesus Chris as their savior.
It is good to see we both agreed on these facts.
founders bump for later........
Which author, David Barton or Hugh A. Garland (1860)?
Garland's book is online, I just googled and found it, read his letter of his conversion to Key.
Which "historians" per wiki?
I just read Randolph's letter to Key (online) telling about his conversion,so that tells me that he was converted from something other than a "Christian" denomination, since he spoke of being reconciled to God through Christ. I think he became a REAL Christian.
I don't have time to look for the Muslim reference, but it is cited as: Hugh A. Garland, "The life of John Randolph of Roanoke" (New York: D. Appleton & Co., 1853) Vol. II, p. 102, to Dr. Brockenbrough, Sept. 25, 1818.
Unitarianism in the United States followed essentially the same development as in England, and passed through the stages of Arminianism, Arianism, to rationalism and a modernism based on an acceptance of the results of the comparative study of all religions. In the early 18th century Arminianism presented itself in New England, and sporadically elsewhere. This tendency was largely accelerated by a backlash against the "Great Awakening" under Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield. Before the War of Independence Arianism showed itself in individual instances, and French influences were widespread in the direction of deism, though they were not organized into any definite utterance by religious bodies.
As early as the middle of the 18th century Harvard College represented the most advanced thought of the time, and a score or more of clergymen in New England preached what was essentially Unitarianism. The most prominent of these men was Jonathan Mayhew (17201766), pastor of the West Church in Boston, Massachusetts from 1747 to 1766. He preached the strict unity of God, the subordinate nature of Christ, and salvation by character. Charles Chauncy (17051787), pastor of the First Church from 1727 until his death, the chief opponent of Edwards in the great revival, was both a Unitarian and a Universalist. Other Unitarians included Ebenezer Gay (16981787) of Hingham, Samuel West (17301807) of New Bedford, Thomas Barnard (17481814) of Newbury, John Prince (17511836) and William Bentley (17581819) of Salem, Aaron Bancroft (17551836) of Worcester, and several others.
The first official acceptance of the Unitarian faith on the part of a congregation was by King's Chapel in Boston, which settled James Freeman (17591853) in 1782, and revised the Prayer Book into a mild Unitarian liturgy in 1785. The Rev. William Hazlitt (father of the essayist and critic), visiting the United States in 17831785, published the fact that there were Unitarians in Philadelphia, Boston, Charleston, Pittsburgh, Hallowell, on Cape Cod, and elsewhere. Unitarian congregations were organized at Portland and Saco in 1792 by Thomas Oxnard; in 1800 the First Church in Plymouththe congregation founded by the Pilgrims in 1620accepted the more liberal faith. Joseph Priestley emigrated to the United States in 1794, and organized a Unitarian Church at Northumberland, Pennsylvania, the same year and one at Philadelphia in 1796. His writings had a considerable influence.
Thus from 1725 to 1825, Unitarianism was gaining ground in New England, and to some extent elsewhere
What this list shows me is that America's religious makeup has gone thur vast changes since this nation was founded. Anglicians (then the largest of adherents) and Congregationalists are now only a small percentage of Americans. Catholics, Baptists, and Lutherans are now major influences in the United States. In the 1700s, their presence was marginal.
Just one more comment before going to bed...
No National denomination (establishment of religion) is far different than Elected officials making statements about Their religious beliefs and Us Christians electing such person's.
James Madison, Letter of Madison to William Bradford (September 25, 1773)
"I have sometimes thought there could not be a stronger testimony in favor of religion or against temporal enjoyments, even the most rational and manly, than for men who occupy the most honorable and gainful departments and [who] are rising in reputation and wealth, publicly to declare their unsatisfactoriness by becoming fervent advocates in the cause of Christ; and I wish you may give in your evidence in this way. "
And a good night to all
Either one, historians never bought into it.
Too vague for me to accept...
There's no smoking gun, but there's very strong evidence for it, certainly given the church he and his wife attended and the things he signed unto. And his wife stated unequivocally in writing that she was Unitarian:
President John Adams was a devout Unitarian, which was a non-trinitarian Protestant Christian denomination during the Colonial era.
He was identified as a Congregationalist by The Congregationalist Library. 1995 Information Please Almanac was cited as the source stating he was a later a Unitarian. (Source: Ian Dorion, "Table of the Religious Affiliations of American Founders", 1997).
From: Peter Roberts, "John Adams" page in "God and Country" section of "Science Resources on the Net" website (http://www.geocities.com/peterroberts.geo/Relig-Politics/JohnAdams.html; viewed 23 November 2005):
Adams was raised a Congregationalist, but ultimately rejected many fundamental doctrines of conventional Christianity, such as the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus, becoming a Unitarian. In his youth, Adams' father urged him to become a minister, but Adams refused, considering the practice of law to be a more noble calling. Although he once referred to himself as a "church going animal," Adams' view of religion overall was rather ambivalent.
John Adams, the second U.S. President rejected the Trinity and became a Unitarian. It was during Adams' presidency that the Senate ratified the Treaty of Peace and Friendship with Tripoli, which states in Article XI that:
As the government of the United States of America is not in any sense founded on the Christian Religion - as it has in itself no character of enmity against the laws, religion or tranquility of Musselmen, - and as the said States never have entered into any war or act of hostility against any Mehomitan nation, it is declared by the parties that no pretext arrising from religious opinions shall ever produce an interruption of the harmony existing between the two countries. (Charles I. Bevans, ed. Treaties and Other International Agreements of the United States of America 1776-1949. Vol. 11: Philippines-United Arab Republic. Washington D.C.: Department of State Publications, 1974, p. 1072).
John and Abigail Adams were active members of the First Parish Church in Quincy, which was already unitarian in doctrine by 1753. Although she did not sign the membership book (John did), she attended the church, supported it, and showed active concern and care for its ministry. She is a celebrated figure in her congregation's tradition. Abigail's theology is clearly stated in her correspondence. Writing to her son, John Quincy Adams, on May 5, 1816, she said,
"I acknowledge myself a unitarian — Believing that the Father alone, is the supreme God, and that Jesus Christ derived his Being, and all his powers and honors from the Father." "There is not any reasoning which can convince me, contrary to my senses, that three is one, and one three." On January 3, 1818, writing to her daughter-in-law, Louisa, Abigail wondered "when will Mankind be convinced that true Religion is from the Heart, between Man and his creator, and not the imposition of Man or creeds and tests?"
Like many early Unitarians she discounted sectarian claims and was "assured that those who fear God and work righteousness shall be accepted of him, and that I presume of what ever sect or persuasion."
What is vague is suddenly discovering in 2007 that John Randolph was Muslim.
"Unitarian tendencies" existed - that is, various doctrinal deviations within the Congregational church - but these various tendencies didn't all emerge, nor were they all held by individuals (as opposed to individuals holding perhaps one or two of them), until well after 1776.
Unitarianism didn't even emerge as a movement at the earliest until 1805 when an important chair of theology at Harvard was filled by a Congregationalist with some Unitarian tendencies. It didn't coalesce into a denomination until 1825, although William Ellery Channing's sermon at the investiture of Jared Sparks in 1819 marked the point where all the Unitarian heresies were self-consciously presented as an alternative to orthodox Congregationalism. So, intellectually, 1819 is a clear starting point for Unitarianism, while institutionalally 1825 would be the date.
No signer of the Declaration was a Unitarian or a Universalist. There may have been a couple of signers who had some affinity theologically for some element or other of Unitarianism or Universalism, but that doesn't mean that they were Unitarians or Universalists any more than by agreeing with a plank or two of the Communist Manifesto you become a Communist.
The vagueness is in your reply to me about "historians"... either one."
I asked you "which historians," meaning which historians do you mean, like WHO, didn't buy into "that claim by that author," and which author? The original author, Hugh A. Garland, who wrote the biography in 1853 and quoted Randolph's letter? Or David Barton's citation of Randolph's conversion using Garland's book as the basis of his comments?
"The Southern Baptists of today are mostly Calvinists."
Not even close - even 20% would be a stretch. I would say, however, that with Al Mohler (Calvinist) as President of Southern Theological Seminary that the percentage of calvinist Baptists will increase. As a whole, though, the SBC is overwhelmingly arminian.
The salient issues of today that touch on SOCAS are things like prayers and Bibles at public educational institutions. Since I believe public schools (ie. gov't money) to be as unConstitutional as public religion, it's not a big quandry for me. Abolish them both!
Regarding the existence of historical monuments of a religious nature that some want to ban (being offensive to atheists and non-Protestant religions), since they are a part of our history, they don't violate religious freedom because they do not advocate for any religion. If someone can't stand looking at our history, too bad. Same with the Confederate flag. People have a right to display it, just don't try flying it over the Stars and Stripes.
I think your critics are being rather harsh on you, Hank, and in return you are being over-harsh on them. I don't see how any of the posters here are dragging us down the collectivist statist socialist rat-hole. As long, at least, as all they want is the right to pray voluntarily in school, bring a Bible to class, or preserve an historical monument that contains religious words and imagery.
An interesting point not mentioned (that I have noticed) on this thread is that Madison was speaking only about separation of religious institutions from the Federal government, as being offensive to the Constitution. The states had the right (and still do!) to establish a formal religion unless their own state constitution forbids it. Of course, Madison is clearly in favor of the states following what is Constitutionally required of the Federal government, but he would probably have been considered quite looney to argue that the relaxation and final abolition of official religion in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware was Constitutionally required.
The words "Congress shall make no law..." are rather disinclusive. It leaves a lot of room for recognition of religion in general and our Christian heritage in particular by government at all levels. For one example, I fail to see how declaring a 'National Day of Prayer' would violate "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;" The defining questions for me are:
Is it funded with government money? And
Is it compelling in nature?
NO problem, it's probably online over at http://books.google.com
I'd simply never heard anything about the old Virginia Randolph family being muslim, so I was very curious.
Thanks again.
I think the burden is on you and your goofy claim, and your goofy authors, do you accept that Abraham Lincoln was black?
"It is the duty of every man to render to the Creator such homage and such only as he believes to be acceptable to him. This duty is precedent, both in order of time and in degree of obligation, to the claims of Civil Society. Before any man can be considered as a member of Civil Society, he must be considered as a subject of the Governor of the Universe: And if a member of Civil Society, do it with a saving of his allegiance to the Universal Sovereign." - James Madison, Memorial and Remonstrance
I'm forever thankful for the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685, without that, I'd be French right now.
Randolph was a man of high standing, and so he belonged. That's how it was. Dissent was not well tolerated, as the Scotch-Irish Presbyterians among others knew quite well, settling in remote Shenandoah Valley if they remained in Virginia at all, specifically in order to be beyond the reach of those who would use the power of the State to smother dissent. I have a Baptist ancestor who was forced to leave Goochland County for this very reason. He came to NC, as did many in a similar situation. Others continued on up the valley into what later became Tennessee, or went further into the hills into what later became Kentucky.
George Washington, too, belonged to the established church. He played a large role in disestablishing that church, though. By the same weird backflip of revisionist logic, what would that make Washington? He continued to attend the church he literally designed and built, Pohick Church. Virginians called it Anglican, not Episcopalian. The question of any presumed "conversion" of Randolph, from what, to what and when, can be answered similarly. The when is particularly important because of the establishment and then disestablishment of the Anglican Church in Virginia.
For those unfamiliar, Anglican = Episcopalian = Church of England.
Care to explain the official Colonial Religions that were in place when the Union was formed? Apparently they had no problem with them.
"The salient issues of today that touch on SOCAS are things like prayers and Bibles at public educational institutions. Since I believe public schools (ie. gov't money) to be as unConstitutional as public religion, it's not a big quandry for me. Abolish them both!"
"We have religious freedom in the USA not in spite of Christianity, but because of it."
I'm sure you believe this, but all the evidence is against it.
From 312 AD (Constantine) through the 18th Century, Christianity dominated Europe, and so did religious oppression.
Perhaps you do not remember why the Pilgrims came here. It was to escape religious oppression. Who were they oppressed by? Muslims? Atheists? Hindus? They were oppressed by Christians.
Quite frankly the record of Christianity with regard to religious freedom is ghastly. There was even Christian religious persecution in the Colonies:
James Madison himself wrote: "That diabolical, hell-conceived principle of persecution rages among some. . . . There are at this time in the adjacent county not less than five or six well-meaning men in close jail for publishing their religious sentiments, which in the main are very orthodox. . . . So I must beg you to . . . pray for liberty of conscience for all."
Historically, whenever religion, including Christianity, is mixed with politics, it is oppressive, and everyone without the same brand of Christianity is persecuted.
Religious freedom in this country is precisely because the founders understood if any religion gets mixed up with government, it will ultimately suppress all other varieties of religion, even if called by the same name.
Perhaps you don't consider religious persecution a "problem."
One example is the persecution of the Baptisits throughout the colonies.
Please see my last post Here.
That may think that they are Calvinists, but they are not Calvinists. They do not practice infant baptism, and they will rebaptise others, exactly as Mennonites do.
Their only difference is pacifism. Mennonites are pacifist and Baptists are not.
But he couldn't have been Catholic. He was a Free Mason who, just before his death, imparted the secret to a great treasure to young Thomas Gates.
Congratulations on the victories that you and yours have enjoyed since the 1960s.
As a conservative, I don't share your view that the war against Christianity improved America during the last 50 years, I think that we have gone backwards, not forward.
The original author, who lived in the 19th century and wrote a biography of John Randolph, and David Barton, who cited him in 2007 as a result of Keith Ellison's (a Muslim) election to Congress and the press' claim that he was the first Muslim elected to Congress—neither are goofy, and I don't have a burden to prove/do anything regarding the subject. Good day.
There isn't an "original author", your ramblings are nonsense.
A guy wrote a book in 2007, big deal, there are goofy books claiming that Abraham Lincoln was black, do you try and promote those also?
"As a conservative, I dont share your view that the war against Christianity improved America during the last 50 years, I think that we have gone backwards, not forward."
It is not my view that the war against Christianity has improved America, it has very much harmed America. I'm very sorry to see what the MSM, Academia, and government schools has done to Christianity in America. I do not believe in a God, but I defend Christianity and Christians. For example, one of my articles:
What I object to as any fusion of any kind between any religion and government, because if it happens, my friend, you will almost certainly loose your freedom to practice your religion.
That is what you have won in the last 60 years, declare victory, you have already succeeded in ending the fusion that we had for the first 150 years.
Evidently you think that it hasn't been enough and you want to keep fighting against our pre 1960s America.
You seem to forget that the pilgrims were Christians. They didn't come here to escape Christianity, but to practice it. James Madison was a Christian. His belief in freedom of conscience was rooted in his Protestant Christian beliefs.
I lived in the 40s, 50s, and 60s and there was no fusion of religion and government in America, but there was freedom, and people took their personal religion seriously, and the government kept its nose out. The glory and beauty of those, perhaps greatest years of this country, with highest moral character and individual integrity, was due solely to the character of the people. Most were Christians.
We now have a society in which every aspect of human life is regulated and interfered with—culturally and morally there has never been a lower point in our history. There is more fusion between government and religion than ever in history. Ever hear of the "Faith Base Initiative?" Nobody would have stood for that in the 50s and 60s.
You are right about the low state of Christianity in this country. To a very great extent it is hypocritical Christians who lie about other people and try to make enemies of those who are on their side, that are the cause of it.
I know many beautiful Christians. My brother-in-law is a fundamentalist (Baptist) preacher. None of them would have used the kind of snide accusatory language you have. I doubt very much that you are a Christian, or if you are, I'm glad none of the Christians I know use those kinds of dishonest tactics. Honesty is a virtue. There are many good Christians on this site and you are an insult to them, and their religion.
"You seem to forget that the pilgrims were Christians. They didnt come here to escape Christianity, but to practice it. James Madison was a Christian. His belief in freedom of conscience was rooted in his Protestant Christian beliefs."
Try reading more slowly. What I said was:
"Perhaps you do not remember why the Pilgrims came here. It was to escape religious oppression. Who were they oppressed by? Muslims? Atheists? Hindus? They were oppressed by Christians."
How could I forget why the pilgrms came here. I had forbears on both my Mother's and Father's side on the Mayflower. Of course they came here to practice their Christianity, specifically their Puritan version of it. If they had been able to practice at home, that is, if they had not been persecuted BY CHRISTIANS in England, they wouldn't have had to come here to practice their religion.
If Christianity is the thing that makes countries free, since England was a Christian country, how come the Puritans didn't have freedom?
Good grief. Cannot Christians read any longer?
That is ridiculous, unless you mean that the government hunts down and then shuts down elements of our previous Christian culture. When I was a kid the government led me in morning prayer and we had Christian displays on government land and religion was openly displayed and built into architecture by the government.
"...the government led me..."
Ah well, that explains everything. ;>)
Seriously, the government didn't do those things. What I mean by "fusion between government and religion" is as a matter of law. There was no law saying there had to be a Creche in the town park at Christmas, or that teachers had to read the Bible and lead prayers in school. Most people were Christians and they were free to do those things. There were no laws involved.
Now there ARE laws involved. Some negative, like banning of Bible reading and prayer in government schools, and some positive like the "faith based initiative" which is also a matter of law. Government should not be making any laws regarding religion at all and if it didn't, you'd be free to read your Bible and pray, even in "public schools" and to practice your religion in any other way you chose, anywhere you chose. Aren't your for that? I am. But the only way you can have that is to get Government out of religion, and religion out of government.
I got into a debate with someone who supported the National Endowment for the Arts. I asked him if he believed in the separation of church and state. They said, "yes." I asked him if it would be acceptable use of NEA funds to create a ten foot crucifix and put it up in a public park. He said, "no, because that's religious based and violates the separation of church and state." I then asked him why Christo's "Piss Christ" could be funded by the NEA. If the separation of church and state means the NEA can't support a religious viewpoint, doesn't it also mean they can't insult a religious viewpoint?
Backed into a corner, he could not admit that his viewpoint of the first amendment was that it was okay to silence speech with which he disagreed, but to fund speech of which he was supportive. He kind of lamely said, "Well, if you put stuff like Piss Christ out of the way, all the NEA could fund would be stuff so banal it would be meaningless. I posited that the NEA should be eliminated, and Art should be funded by those who wished to support it, not by taxpayers who were often offended by the art for which they were paying. Of course, this got back to goring his ox. The NEA sent money to him. He couldn't find someone who would pay their own money for his work. Therefore, the NEA was good, cause it gave him money.
Some of my ancestors were either murdered or driven from their homeland in France. That country in the heart of Europe, the source of most of the Crusaders, was never the same after the expulsion of the Huguenots.
Seriously the government did do those things, and in the last sixty years you and the left have switched the government into banning those things that it did until the sixties, the government is now hostile to Christianity and is an aggressor against it.
"Another point to this is that previously government had small and limited reach. Now, it reaches into everything."
Yes, exactly. Small government and individual liberty were the reason Christians were free to believe and practice their religion wherever and whenever they liked.
Your discussion about the NEA is a good illustration. Positively or negatively, government involvement with religion will always be detrimental (and of course that's true for the arts as well).
Your last is a bit of a tale on what has happened to the character of American people, I'm afraid. People will sacrifice any principle for money. Not much hope I'm afraid.
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Alto Vineyards Winery & Tasting Room
Nestled in the Shawnee Hills of Southern Illinois, sits Alto Vineyards, the region's oldest, most award-winning winery. Founded in 1988 by Guy Renzaglia, Alto introduced a new industry to the area, starting a movement that has altered its landscape. Today, Alto Vineyards shares the region with 11 other wineries along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, in the state's first federally recognized grape-growing region, known as an American Viticultural Area (AVA). While continuing to produce some of Illinois' finest wine, Alto opened a new tasting room in Champaign, IL, and began distributing throughout the state and surrounding regions. Celebrating 25 years in business in 2013, Alto constructed a new, modern tasting room next to the vineyard in Alto Pass. Resting atop the new facility lies an outdoor deck for customers to take in the view on one of southern Illinois' oldest vineyards – a truly breathtaking sight that exemplifies the beauty of the Shawnee National Forest and Illinois wine country. We invite you to visit our winery and tasting rooms to experience the tradition of Alto Vineyards.
CITY:Alto Pass
Northwest Passage and Root Beer Saloon
Turn of the century decor - over 200 sets of antlers with many other taxidermy artifacts. Varieties of root beer, old-fashioned soda fountain drinks, cappuccino and espresso bar, gourmet sandwiches, assorted candies, chocolates and gifts. Fun shopping! Belly up to the Root Beer Saloon for a cold one.
CITY:Alto Pass
In an old restored barn overlooking a pond. Sit outdoors or in the Cafe. Features authentic Swedish cuisine, sandwiches & desserts, at Hedman Vineyards. Winery on-site.
CITY:Alto Pass
Popular with locals and travelers alike, Weeze's Country Barn, located in the Potato Barn, offers a variety of gifts and novelties and features locally made items. The restaurant offers a down home atmosphere and a delicious variety of foods to tantalize your taste buds, including homemade pies, made fresh every morning. Sundays they offer a plate lunch menu with down home variety of grandma's favorites, including fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, meatloaf, fried catfish, and salmon patties along with all the fixings. Come on in to Weeze's Country Barn and experience Southern Illinois hospitatlity at its finest! Open Daily 11-2
The menu includes a variety of salads, sandwiches and entrees like grilled salmon, cashew-crushed chicken and filet of beef served with seasonal vegetables. Music is part of the dining experience.
Down Home Country Cookin'. Homemade food for breakfast, lunch and Dinner.
Steam Shovel Coffee is a local business that was launched in 2011 and opened doors in 2012 out of Anna, Illinois. "Fresh roasted coffee beans to you." Randy Miller, owner and creator of the local business, was a painter by trade before getting into coffee. He was intrigued by coffee beans and how different regions and types of beans affect the outcome of the coffee. Steam Shovel Coffee uses fair trade Arabica coffee beans that are roasted in a hot air roaster with temperatures reaching 465 degrees. Miller's goal is to become a regional roaster in Southern Illinois. He wants Steam Shovel Coffee to be a good, smooth cup of coffee.
Buttermilk Hill is home to this vineyard & winery, the location and view are quite unique and allow all who visit to truly feel like they are back to nature. The grounds are large enough to have a picnic or a private conversations over a glass of wine. And at the same time, the winery is accommodating to larger groups. The wine list has several whites and reds made with local grapes.
Hot Fish. Cold Beer! For the best in food, fun and atmosphere you've gotta get to Crazy Joe's!
Scratch Brewing Company is a farmhouse brewery and restaurant located 5 miles from the Shawnee National Forest in Ava, Illinois. Named one of the top four breweries for foraged beer by Outside Magazine, and one of the most beautiful places to drink beer in the world by All About Beer Magazine, Scratch Brewing Company focuses on farmhouse beers and other styles brewed with home grown and locally farmed and foraged ingredients.
We use fresh, naturally pure ingredients, including spring fed lake water, barley, wheat, American and European Hops and the happiest beer yeast on Earth. We are open now on Friday from 4-7 pm & Sunday from 1 - 7 pm selling pints and discount growler fills ($2 discount on all growler fills on Friday) and Saturday 12-7 for tastings, tours, pints and growlers.
Monte Alegre Vineyard & Cellars
Monte Alegre is a family owned and operated winery located in Carbondale, Illinois. The winery tasting room opened for the public and visitors in 2009 and has been retailing a variety of eight different wines, all wines made from grapes grown, fermented and aged at location in their cellars. Monte Alegre Vineyard and Ponce Cellars offer spectacular views and prime red and white wines that have made Southern Illinois a favorite tourist destination for wine lovers and their families throughout the Midwest. You can also try a port or a sangria, all in a single stop. The main grapes grown at Monte Alegre Vineyard are Vidal Blanc, Chardonel, Seyval Blanc, Traminette, Norton, Chambourcin, Frontenac, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. During the harvest season, July to October, you can also enjoy vine ripened table grape varieties like Reliance, Mars and Fredonia.
This fine dining restaurant in downtown Carbondale is the place to meet for food, drinks and conversation. The Newell House provides everything you need in a restaurant and gathering place--everything from steak to decadent desserts are featured on the menu.
Serving fine Mexican cuisine.
Deep pan pizza, thin crust pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads.
Fabulous foods of the Pacific, including Chinese, Japanese, and Thai in a pleasant atmosphere with wonderful service.
Live entertainment. Monday night is jazz, Thursday offers an eclectic mix of local musicians, Sunday is DJ night.
Live jazz bands on Sunday; Thursday and Saturday live local bands; DJ on Friday.
The place to go for fitness and special events. Home of Warehouse The Ultimate Gym, The Wedding Garden, The Courtyard and The Loft & Terrace.
Kite Hill Vineyards Bed and Breakfast
Kite Hill's B&B is located on a 30-acre estate with a five-acre vineyard, all surrounding Kite Hill Lake. Start your day with a full three-course breakfast followed by a stroll through the vineyards or around the lake. After a full day of Southern Illinois activities, enjoy a complimentary wine tasting at the winery.
Renowned family restaurant, local favorite for breakfast, lunch specials and homemade pies.
The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail features 12 award-winning wineries located along a 25-mile scenic drive along highway 127 and highway 51 in the Shawnee National Forest. Along the way have a picnic, go on a hike, visit a shop, and stay in a cozy B&B or cabin. Many of the wineries host special events throughout the summer and fall.
Known for its urban atmosphere and delicious dining options, Longbranch Coffee House serves as Carbondale's only vegetarian restaurant. Located in the historic Town Square, Longbranch embraces the local art scene by often hosting art shows and exhibits. The food is nothing short of delicious, as all of the ingredients are grown in southern Illinois and served fresh every day. If you're looking for a delightful dining experience - this is your place!
Honker Hill Winery is located on the highest point in Williamson County and surrounded by the Crab Orchard Fish and Wildlife Refuge and Shawnee National Forest, Honker Hill Winery produces fine Illinois wines from fruit grown directly at our vineyard. Enjoy great views from our patio near the fireplace, our unique wildlife room, or gazebo or a enjoy a stroll around one of our five large ponds located on the property while sipping on a glass of your favorite wine.
Known for its bottomless coffee, mouth-watering foods, and welcoming atmosphere, Harbaugh's Cafe' is one of Carbondale's most popular breakfast joints. While the menu includes unique dishes such as ranch potatoes, it encompasses all of the classic breakfast dishes too. Salads and sandwiches are also available after 11 a.m. If you're in a rush, no sweat! Harbaugh's will have you in-and-out faster than you can say "ranch potatoes"!
This family-owned and operated restaurant has been successfully serving delicious Italian cuisine in Carbondale's downtown for more than 20 years. Known for both thin and thick crust, there's no question that "Pag's" has set the standard high for "Carbondale Style" pizza!
Vibrant, trendy and absolutely delicious are just three ways to describe Carbondale's premiere Thai restaurant. High ceilings, inviting windows and contemporary decor make the restaurant ravishing. Featuring an all-encompassing menu that includes both traditional and unique dishes, all offered at various levels of spiciness, Thai Taste has something for everyone.
Locally-owned and operated, this quirky restaurant not only serves some of the best burgers around, but it also serves as a venue for local music. Most dishes are cooked with local veggies, beef from Lick Creek Beef and Bison from Bison Bluff Farms, ensuring that the customer truly has the freshest meal possible. The highly-recommended "Bucky Dome" burger, named after one of Carbondale's favorite historical figures, is made of local beef, piled high with brisket and cheddar cheese, topped with bacon and fried egg. As If your mouth isn't watering enough right now, you'll have to taste it for yourself! Enjoy free, live, local in house music every weekend in the Red Corner.
Global Gourmet is often described as a hospitable slice of the world nestled in downtown Carbondale. An eclectic and soothing atmosphere with a diverse menu that changes every day are just two attributes that make this restaurant so popular. The dining room serves ethnic inspired dishes, the bar is a casual imbibing spot, and the patio is a relaxing oasis.
Known for its wide selection of craft beer and hosting exceptional music, The Hangar 9 is arguably Carbondale's best venue for nightlife. Built to resemble an airplane hangar, the building is unmistakable. Located on The Strip in Downtown Carbondale, the bar brings everything from karaoke, open-mic, and trivia to recognizable national acts to the downtown.
A locally-owned craft distillery in Southern Illinois, Grand River Spirits creates a selection of spirits that showcase the delicious fruits and grains of Southern Illinois. This national award-winning micro-distillery offers brandy, whiskey, bourbon, rum, seasonal spirits (such as grappa and schnapps), and of course Red Eye Moonshine. Don't let their small size fool you, all of the storage, packaging, distilling and tasting is housed under one roof. See the action for yourself — Grant Rivers Distillery offers free 30-minute distillery tours for up to 10 people by appointment only, available Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday.
Located in the heart of Carbondale's Town Square, Mo Wallace is one of the most beloved hole-in-the-wall stops in Southern Illinois. Feast on the mouth-watering selection of soul food and finger-lickin' barbecue, and enjoy the company of the friendly staff. This truly is one of Carbondale's culinary gems!
Through its delicious crepes, refreshing tea and unique atmosphere, Blend has made a name for itself as Carbondale's favorite hangout. Conveniently located close to the SIU Campus, Blend is the perfect spot for a quick lunch or long study session. With its sweet (or savory crepes) and a large selection of customizable drinks, perfect for everyone!
Through its eccentric decor and delicious desserts, Cafe Melange has become a local and regional favorite for gourmet cuisine. Guests can sit on the patio and enjoy the lively atmosphere of downtown Carbondale, or enjoy a quiet meal near the fireplace inside. Enjoy a stone baked pizza, avocado salmon wrap, or simply treat your taste buds to the decadent taste of their signature cheese cake.
El Greco is a greasy spoon — said in the BEST way. This delicious joint makes some of the best gyros around. Locally-owned and operated, El Greco has become a staple in downtown Carbondale. Don't forget to try the fried mushrooms!
Situated in one of downtown Carbondale's oldest buildings, Cristaudo's Cafe and Bakery is definitely worth a stop! Treat your taste buds to the sweet flavor of their famous sugar cookies, or enjoy a delicious sandwich during lunch. And, if you give them enough notice, Cristaudo's will prepare vegan and gluten-free baked goods to your liking!
For more than 50 years Italian Village Pizza & Pasta has been a social gathering place for great food and fun in Carbondale. Thousands of locals, Salukis and area visitors have provided their autographs and notable memories on the walls of their main dining rooms. Enjoy delicious pizza, complimentary ice cream, and a full salad bar, all in the presence of good company!
If there's one thing the Neighborhood Co-op is known for, it's good food. Between the grocery store and the deli area, this one-stop-shop has everything you need for the perfect meal. Enjoy the fresh taste of locally grown produce, shop the work of Carbondale's thriving art scene, and feast on a hearty sandwich, made with all-organic products.
Katy-Lynn Winery promotes premium quality wines, artistic venues, weekend charity events, classes in wine and cheese making. Try their signature wine, Funky Fly Wine, made with Katy-Lynn grapes and Chilean Juices.
Locally owned Motel with 20 rooms. Optimal space for boat parking. Pub attached with live entertainment and drink specials each weekend. Get pizza from locally owned Italian Village at the pub.
Located between Marion and Carbondale, this 18-hole, semi-private par 70 course features lush zoysia fairways and a practice area with target greens. Crab Orchard made Golf Digest's 2008/09 "Best Places to Play" list.
Family style restaurant with dine in or carry out option. This restaurant features home cooked meals including pies made from scratch. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily lunch specials available.
Authentic Italian food and excellent pasta. Family oriented, dine in or carry out.
Family dining, dine in or carryout. Buffet everyday and always different.
This 32 lane facility offers bowling and a bar. There is a Pro-shop with ball drilling on site. Offers Highway 66 bowling for children on four mini lanes. There is a game room with three billiards tables, air hockey, arcade, and more. There is a bar and lounge on the premesis. They have youth programs, tournaments, leagues, and parties. Offers cosmic bowling. Also, four sand volleyball courts with seating for approximately 100 people.
Local winery with a General Store, 5 star cuisine at Legends Restaurant, wine cave, open air pavilion, gazebo and much more. Enjoy a glass of wine while listening to live entertainment. Boasts a large childrens play area, large handcarved sculptures, and even a full service gas station at the general store. You must visit to see the magnitude of this destination.
Authentic Mexican style restaurant. Tequila's serves fresh, handmade, authentic Mexican fare in a convenient location between Marion and Carbondale. Choose from the extensive menu for lunch or dinner and enjoy your selection in our beautiful dining room.
Grumpy's Smokehouse BBQ started out with a love for BBQ and cooking which led to the creation of a successful catering business and a restaurant which opened in 2010.
The Bluff's fine dining restaurant, Legends, offers the area's most gourmet cuisine, largest selection of fine wines and spirits, elegant atmosphere, and most spectacular service.
We offer an alcohol-free, family environment with speedy service and positive attitudes. Children and adults of all ages enjoy our large-scale model train display that is suspended from above and in full operation while they dine. So come in and enjoy some of the best homemade Pizza and Pasta dishes found in the area. Be sure to try our famous Double Decker Pizza & award-winning Italian beef subs and salads.
"Southern Illinois" breathtaking scenery forms the backdrop for local in-season farm to fork cuisine, pleasurable pastimes and world-class entertainment at Walker's Bluff. What was planted as a family homestead long ago has grown into a picturesque vineyard that guests have been drawn to for its tranquility, style, unmistakable romance and fun family activities. We always extend an open-armed welcome to friends and visitors. We offer four venues to experience.
Locally owned cafe and coffee shop serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday. Known for their cupcakes and pastries, this cafe also serves up a variety of sandwiches, soup and salad.
Flamm Orchards/Fruits & Cream Stand
Take a drive out to the orchards and buy in-season strawberries, peaches and apples. Flamm's Fruits & Cream Stand offers treats like homemade strawberry shortcake, cobblers, apple dumplings and pies.
Established in 1980, Owl Creek Vineyard is the founding vineyard of the Shawnee Hills region. With a strong tradition of award-winning wines, and a belief in educating our consumer, our tasting room has become the perfect place to experience well-crafted Shawnee Hills beverages. Now home to Apple Knocker Hard Cider, an Illinois-based craft cider house that combines our expertise in modern small-lot wine production, and the creativity of craft beer techniques, to produce a new breed of American ciders.
Flamm Orchards Fruits and Cream
Take a drive out to the orchards and buy in-season strawberries, peaches and apples. Flamm's Fruits & Cream Stand offers treats like strawberry shortcake, cobblers, apple dumplings and pies. We sell desserts out of our concession window. Picnic seating available.
Pizza, salads and sandwiches on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Dine in or carry out. Indoor & outdoor dining.
The Yellowmoon Cafe is a cozy coffeehouse which features live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings and most Sunday afternoons. We serve all types of coffee and coffee specialty drinks, local wines, and the best milkshakes in Southern Illinois.
On the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Rustle Hill winery features an amphitheater bandstand for live music, great wines and beers, restaurant and cabins for rent.
Trails End Lodge Steakhouse and Saloon
Trails End Lodge is a new steakhouse and saloon, featuring traditional steakhouse cuisine, indoor and outdoor dining, live entertainment, and a friendly atmosphere all served in a rustic, yet luxurious western style lodge. Trails End Lodge is located in the heart of Southern Illinois wine country on scenic Skyline Drive between Cobden and Alto Pass, Illinois. The Lodge itself is not visible from Skyline Drive, so watch for our sign!
StarView Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery and vineyard located in beautiful southern Illinois along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Our vineyards are continuing to expand and today we grow seven varieties of both Native American grapes and French American Hybrids. About 90% of the wine that we make comes from grapes that we grow in our vineyards. We are open daily, year round, and invite you to come enjoy our award winning wines on our deck and take in all the beauty that surrounds us. StarView is one of the premier destination wineries in the region. We have entertained tens of thousands of guests, hosted weddings, parties and weekend music series. We are pet friendly, so bring your 4 legged family member along with you. Our café offers delicious homemade food or you can bring your own picnic. We are excited to share our vineyard and wines with you and we hope you come by to visit us and become part of our story too!
Offers complimentary tastings of hand crafted wines and frequently offers special wine recipes to sample as well. Gourmet cheeses, salamis and crackers are available for purchase and you are invited to bring a picnic basket filled with your own goodies. There are a small selection of other beverages on hand.
Apple Knocker is an Illinois-based craft cider house that combines their expertise in modern small-lot wine production, and the creativity of craft beer techniques, to produce a new breed of American ciders. They partner with century-old local orchards to grow the highest quality apples for our beverages.
Established in 1921 Tom's offers an enchanting blend of fine dining with a reich, fascinating history. Crisp linen, fresh flowers & soft candelight create an atmosphere of comfortable elegance while enjoying any of the wonderful gourmet dishes.
CITY:De Soto
Family owned for over 75 years. Nesler's Polar Whip offers great cheeseburgers, hamburgers, and fries at an affordable price.
Famous for generous portions and smoked items such as ribs, ham, and pulled pork. Other specialties include fried fish, mouth-watering steaks, fried chicken on Sundays, and excellent value with our daily specials! Looking for healthy alternatives? Try fresh salads, lemon pepper tilapia, or marinated, grilled chicken strips. The children's menu provides several options for children ages 12 and under. Be sure to try one of our unique appetizers, such as Barbeque Nachos, Fried Green Beans, or Fried Pickles.
Mary's Restaurant and Bed & Breakfast
Mary's Restaurant, located in one of Herrin's historical Victorian homes, is truly the "Home of Fine Dining". The restaurant includes a unique menu, as well as complete bar and wine service. Everything at Mary's is made fresh daily; from appetizers to desserts. Outstanding traditional, contemporary and specialty offerings are prepared from the finest fresh market selections available. Next door, is a traditional bed and breakfast inn offering 4 rooms. Facility amenities include airport shuttle service, business center, concierge, free parking, banquet facilities, laundry services, on-site bar/restaurant, complimentary breakfast and pets allowed.
Family style dining, carry out available. Serves delicious homemade hamburgers and much more. Famous for their Chili Mac.
Chuck's BBQ originally opened in 1952 on the North end of Herrin as a car hop type restaurant. It has been at its current location for 12 years. Some favorites are the Breakfast Special, BBQ sandwich, homemade cheeseburgers, ribs and so much more. Basic Info. Joined Facebook 02/23/2013 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hours Mon - Thu: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Fri - Sat: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Sun: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Specialties Breakfast Lunch Dinner -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Services Walk-Ins Welcome Good For Kids Take Out Catering Waiter Service -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- General Manager Ryan & Cassie Jeralds -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Payment Options . . .
Enjoy bottomless chips and salsa and a casual ambiance at El Jalisco. This family-friendly establishment offers a variety of authentic Mexican food. A catering menu is also available if you're looking to dazzle the guests at your next shindig. Carry-out is also available for those who prefer to enjoy this restaurant's cooking from the comfort of their own home and cyclists will also appreciate the plentiful space to lock up their bikes outside the restaurant.
Family oriented, authentic Mexican cuisine, full bar separate from dining area. All food items are home made, using all natural ingredients and Mexican spices.
Sports bar and grill with good food, pool tables, music, and a jukebox. Located right in town in Herrin.
Lounge and bar. This location has a jukebox, open mic nights, and live entertainment. Offers daily drink specials.
This is a tavern that offers daily drink specials. We serve sandwiches and pizza. We also do fundraisers for charities.
Family style dining, carry out, and delivery. Gourmet pizza, pasta, soups, salads and desserts. Also offers a lunch buffet. Buffet is free for kids under 5, ages 5-12 eat for $4.99. Open Monday-Thursday 4pm-9pm. Open Friday and Saturday 4pm-10pm. Closed on Sundays.
Louie's P&R is Herrin's premier Italian Deli. Established in the late 1890s, this community fixture was originally named D&R Market after principle stockholders Frank Detomasi and Ernest Ruggeri. The store took on the current name – Louie's P&R, after purchase by Louie Gualdoni. Customers can still get the finest Italian sausages, salameats and other Italian favorites but they can also order freshly made sandwiches to go or to eat in the store's dining area which is equipped with free wi-fi. Louie's also has a small grocery department.
The Annex Building, built in 1912, is at the very heart of Herrin, Illinois' thriving downtown on Park Avenue. The former Annex Movie Theater was converted into a bakery café and opened on Halloween 2011. The Annex Coffee & Deli is committed to delivering the best coffee house & bakery café experience in a clean and stylish environment which recalls the glory days of the historic building in which it is housed.
The Grand Opening of The Frenchman's Widow in Herrin, IL was officially May 20, 2013 but the story and journey of the new restaurant and bar began long before this date. Located at 201 N 16th St. in Herrin, IL the establishment sits at the same address and in the same building as the well-known former Berra's Tavern. Our menu features wings in a variety of sauces, bruschetta, queso & spinach artichoke dips, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pasta and our specialty burger, The Widow Maker, piled with bacon, cheese and onion rings.
Locally owned tour bus that can seat up to 12 people. Services available include wine trail tours, scenic tours, as well as sporting and special events.
Newman & Camden Co. is a walk in Bakery/Deli. They serve bagel, donuts, and great breakfast sandwiches. Lunch consists of a daily special, flatbreads, and like the Slow Roasted Turkey & Avocado BLT. All Items are made from scratch!
The Dotty Event Center with catering by the Annex is Located in the center of downtown Herrin between Baldwin Piano and Organ Center and the Annex Coffee & Deli, Dotty Event Center is the perfect spot for your next reception, meeting or party! Call for information or availability! Amy Scutt at the Annex 618-942-3354 (DELI), or Tara Howell, Events Center coordinator at 618-727-4025. Thanks!!
Bar and grill. There are dart tournaments every Friday and karoake on Saturdays.
Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our winery offers you "The Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois". We are open year-round, 7 days a week, to provide great Illinois wine. Please join us for wine tasting, a variety of hearty sandwiches, soups, pizzas, and snacks, as well as wine-alternatives such as beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Come enjoy our large indoor seating area and two beautiful outdoor terraces that overlook our vineyard and the rolling countryside.
This four acre vineyard hosts three acres of Chambourcin and an acre of Vignoles, which are two of the best grapes to grown in our region. The vineyard and winery is still in full operation run by the Orlandini family with the commitment to providing the top notch quality vintages our customers have grown to expect. When visiting Orlandini Vineyard, customers can enjoy a tranquil experience with a knowledgeable staff to help guide you to find the best wine for your palate. During warmer weather, we offer live music on Saturday afternoons, and our delicious old world style sangria. Year round we offer a variety of beers including local options. We are a family friendly operation that encourages guests to spread out into the yard and spend the day with us.
This 18-hole course, designed by renowned golf architect Steve Smyers, was named by Travel + Leisure as one of "America's 100 Best Courses for $100 or Less." Kokopelli offers a full-service pro shop, professionals who offer personal golf instruction and an eight-acre practice facility. This course has a restaurant, lounge, and banquet facilities available.
Award-winning BBQ. Family style dine-in and carry out. "Best Ribs in the U.S." by Bon Appétit Magazine and featured on the Food Network show, Bon Appétit Picks the Best.
20's Hideout Steakhouse and Bar
The 20's Hideout Restaurant serves up steak, seafood and live entertainment in roaring 20's fashion. Boasting the largest wine cellar south of Chicago with over 1,900 international and domestic bottles on hand sure to satisfy the pickiest of palates.
Family oriented, dine in or carry out. They have a drive thru for convenience. Hamburgers are made from scratch.
Small Italian restaurant with delicious authentic cooking. Made fresh everyday and homemade. Family oriented, dine in, take out, and delivery.
Casual and friendly family atmosphere. Quick, fast authentic Italian food and reasonably priced. Offers dine in or take out.
Nice cozy family restaurant and friendly atmosphere. Dine in or take out. The home cooked meals are very good.
Good barbecue! Fish, Chops, Ribs, dine-in, carry-out and we cater.
Koko's Bar at Kokopelli Golf Club
This restaurant is open to the public and club members. Excellent steaks and chops, perfect after a round of golf.


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JACKSON– The plan to get charter schools passed by amending a bill in the Senate to include the charter school language and then the House concurring will not have the support of Rep. George Flaggs, D-Vicksburg.
Flaggs has been viewed as a likely vote for charter schools. And with the vote expected to be close in the House, his vote could be crucial. But he said his is against circumventing the process, which he said would be done by amending a bill in the Senate and asking the House to concur.
He said the charter school concept needs to be fully debated in a conference committee.
The only problem is that if the bill that the Senate is considering amending goes to conference it is probably dead in the House because it would not withstand a point of order. If the vote is to concur and to send the bill to the governor, it would not be subject to a point of order
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All of their chocolate is shade-grown. Shade-grown chocolate supports lush forests and the species that thrive there promoting biodiversity, providing shelter for migratory birds, and combating global warming. Cacao used to create All-Natural and Organic chocolate products is grown on farm co-ops that foster responsible labor practices, community enrichment and sustainable farming. Savor Chocolate. Save Our Planet. Endangered Species Chocolate offers you premium chocolate choices (quite possibly the best you've ever tasted) that support species, habitat and humanity. 10% of the net profits are donated to Species and Habitat Conservation efforts. Habitat Each ingredient that goes into Endangered Species' chocolate is carefully sourced to benefit and support the environment. They seek out farmers that practice sustainable farming and use the highest quality organic and all-natural ingredients. By supporting organic and sustainable agriculture, they are putting fewer chemicals into the earth, protecting rainforests, and supporting sustainability for farmers. Humanity Working cooperatively with chocolate suppliers, Endangered Species fulfills a vital part of their company's mission of empowering individuals to create solutions that sustain species, habitat and humanity. Cacao used to create All-Natural and Organic chocolate products is grown on farm cooperatives that foster responsible labor practices, community enrichment and sustainable farming. Their ethical trade criteria ensure fair wages for cacao farmers. No slave labor is used in the growing and harvesting of cacao used in the chocolate. About Endangered Species Chocolate Starting out as a humble chocolate company nestled in the Oregon's Rogue Valley in 1993, Endangered Species Chocolate was created to spread awareness and make an impact on the growing number of plant and animal species disappearing from the Earth. They began with a line of twelve all-natural chocolate bars that sold well in small natural food stores across the northwest. Today, they are one of the leaders in natural and organic chocolate manufacturing. With more than 30 all-natural and organic products, chocolates can now be found in large and small natural and conventional grocers throughout the U.S.A. and Canada. Based now in Indianapolis, Indiana, they remain privately-owned and operated and are inspired to expand on the original ideals that started this company. Endangered Species Chocolate is a mission-driven company that is passionate about chocolate and the environment. They are fully committed to providing premium, all-natural, ethically traded, naturally shade grown chocolate products. Endangered Species Chocolate confirms that all beans used in its products are purchased from family-owned properties where the income benefits the community. 10% of net profits are donated to fund species and habitat conservation efforts. Frequently Asked Questions What AllergensAre Present In Your Chocolate? Our products are produced on shared equipment that processes products containing milk, peanuts and other tree nuts. Our quality department purges and thoroughly cleans equipment between flavors containing these allergens to reduce the risk of cross contamination; however, there is the possibility of trace amounts of allergens being present due to shared equipment. Explain "Cocoa Content". The cocoa content of each Endangered Species Chocolate product is stated on the wrapper. Cocoa content refers to the amount of the chocolate product that is made of the three cacao components – chocolate liquor, cocoa butter and cocoa powder. The percentage of cocoa solids present in the chocolate is a great indicator of a chocolate's quality and flavor. Chocolates with high cocoa contents possess a richer, more intense flavor. Also, antioxidant health benefits can be found in high cocoa content chocolate. Endangered Species milk chocolates have 43-48% cocoa contents. Endangered Species dark chocolates have 70-88% cocoa contents. Is This Chocolate Dutch Processed (Also Known As "Alkali Added" Or "European Style"? No, Endangered Species Chocolate's products are not processed using the Dutch Alkaline Process (a method of treating chocolate with alkali to neutralize cocoa's naturally bitter taste). They rely on the quality of the cocoa bean to achieve a consistent and harmonious flavor profile. It is harder and more expensive to go this route, but they believe it results in a more premium product and adheres to their natural stance. Additionally, Dutch cocoa provides less antioxidants than natural cocoa because the alkali process destroys some of the flavanols (the powerful antioxidants found in chocolate). What Is Ethical Trade? Is That Similar To Fair Trade? Endangered Species cocoa is 100% ethically traded. This means they buy their cocoa from small properties that adhere to criteria that ensure farmers humane working conditions and a fair price for their crop. Sustainable agricultural practices are also employed to support and sustain the habitats and communities of these cacao farming regions. You can learn more about how their ethical trade chocolate supports farmers and farmland in the Ethical Trade section of the Endangered Species website. http://chocolatebar.com/pages.php?pageid=53 How Do I know If My Chocolate Is Within Its Expiration Date? Each Endangered Species Chocolate product is stamped with an ENJOY BY expiration date. Are Endangered Species Chocolates Gluten-Free? Endangered Species Chocolate products are CERTIFIED GLUTEN-FREE™ by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization. This certification allows us to feel 100% confident in recommending products to customers with Celiac Disease. Look for the "Certified Gluten-Free" symbol on each label. Seasonal and specialty items may not carry this certification; please consult our Gluten-Free certificate for a listing of all products that hold this certification. Is Endangered Species Chocolate Non-GMO? All of our dark chocolate products are Non-GMO Project Verified. Currently the Non-GMO Project is unable to provide us with non-gmo verified options for dairy ingredients. Once they secure a viable dairy source, we will move forward to gain non-gmo verification for our milk chocolate products. What Is The Best Way To Store Chocolate? Keep your chocolate in a cool, dry place (optimum conditions being 65°F, 50% humidity). 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Women's Patagonia Spring Suits
Patagonia Women's Spring Wetsuits for cool to warm water. The Spring suit is a great way to stay warm for an extended period of time in warmer water climates. If you have questions about a wetsuit please don't hesitate to call us and one of our expert staff will be glad to assist you.
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Attorney General Eric Holder hasn't decided whether to stay on during President Obama's second term.
Reuters reports that Holder told law students at the University of Baltimore that he must speak with his family and the president.
"Do I have some gas left in the tank?" Holder said.
Administration officials have said that Obama likes Holder and would like for him to stay.
Congressional Republicans have been critical of Holder, especially over the "Fast and Furious" gun-running investigation. The GOP-run House voted to hold Holder in contempt of Congress over a request for documents in the case.
Winning Senate confirmation for such a sensitive post as attorney general can always be tricky.
Obama may need to fill other top Cabinet posts as he prepares for a second term; as we noted earlier, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner are thinking about leaving.


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Do you need help preventing foreclosure?
Is your house about to be sold at a foreclosure sale auction?
Have you been trying to get help from your mortgage company but they have been slow, or uncooperative?
Have you been turned down for a loan modification by your lender?
Does your lender keep asking for your paper work over and over again even though you have repeatedly sent it to them multiple times?
Are you in an adjustable rate mortgage, or a balloon mortgage note?
If you've answered "yes" to any of the questions above then you need assistance now!
First, we recommend that you consider a professional who understands what your options are and what those alternatives will require.
For example, did you know that you can submit foreclosure alternative applications?
That's right. An experienced professional or lawyer can assist you with preparing the documents you need to submit to avoid foreclosure.
As foreclosures dramatically increase, homeowners continue to struggle attempting to get help from their lenders on their own. One very popular option these days is a "loan modification".
A loan modification is a permanent change in the current parameters of an existing mortgage loan. This change is made by a lender in response to a homeowner's long-term inability to repay the loan under the existing conditions. Typically, this involves a reduction in the interest rate and payment of the loan, a different type of loan, an extension of the loan term, or any combination of the three. A loan modification agreement is different from a forbearance agreement.
A Forbearance provides short-term relief for homeowners who have temporary financial difficulties, while a loan modification agreement is a long-term solution for homeowners who are struggling to repay their mortgages due to financial hardship. Your lender must still approve the terms of the loan modification. This is usually a "trial period" of reduced payments. Be careful that your payments during this "trial period" are properly applied to your mortgage account.


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Cal Poly Choirs Spring Concert: With Thanks to All!Presented by Cal Poly Music Department
Come celebrate Tom and Susan Davies' 34 incredible years at Cal Poly. Susan has accompanied the choirs all the years Tom has conducted them. The combined choirs will be joined by an alumni choir. The music will include selections from the upcoming performance tour of England and Wales.
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Stop wasting our time and close those RCSD Schools
After reviewing RCSD Superintendent Bolgen Vargas draft recommendation to close and consolidate 5 schools due to their declining enrollment, poor conditions and costly maintenance, I have to agree with his assessments and in my opinion, we as a community should not stand in the way of progress or fighting against change but embracing, supporting and pushing for it!
Parents and community members need to set aside their emotions and instead use their common sense, better judgment, be more open-minded and financially prudent when it comes to dealing with school closures because realistically speaking, the district can no longer continue to operate the way it does.
It's blatantly obvious that our district is suffering from a declining enrollment that in my opinion will never increase or peak again. Right now the district is too big, wasteful, dysfunctional, broken and outdated. On top of all that, it continually lets us down as a community by producing embarrassing and alarming graduation and dropout rates and consistently fails to equip our kids with the necessary skills, education, training and resources needed to succeed in and out of school.
We should be spending our time, energy, passion, resources and voices encouraging, pushing and fighting for a district that:
- Is more humble, leaner, efficient, resourceful and effective.
- Provides our children with a high quality, innovative, enriching and enlightening educational experience.
- Produces positive and encouraging results instead of glooming statistics and an alarming and never ending rate of failure.
- Focuses on improving transparency, accountability and curriculum instead of making excuses.
I personally agree with Superintendent Vargas that we must be smart with our resources to deliver the kind of support we need to our students. There are way too many schools in the district for the amount of students currently enrolled. We as parents and community members need to realize that millions of dollars are being spent and wasted on maintaining these aging buildings and schools that should have been closed or consolidated years ago.
Oh by the way, you know who is paying for this…..We are as taxpayers and New York State residents are footing the bill for this and you know what…I'm sick and tired of it….
So if closing and consolidating schools that are in poor condition and are consistently failing can not only stop the bleeding and help us (taxpayers) and the district save millions of dollars, while also providing a better learning experience for our children, then I say close the schools down. The money that we save from doing so could be used to help fund and expand programs and schools that are working.
The buildings could be donated to the community for multi-purpose use such as for afterschool programs, recreation centers, performance arts theaters, conference space, nonprofit use, teen clubs, fitness centers, boxing gyms, office space, cultural community centers, and housing for the homeless and low income families to name a few….The possibilities are endless….
So instead of us continually shooting ourselves in the foot time after time again by waging a useless, pointless and unnecessary battle to keep them open and continually pumping resources into them while we see that they are uncontrollably bleeding out, now is the time for us to shift gears, capitalize on and take advantage of the wonderful opportunities that will exist by not only closing these schools but a few more not on the list.


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Marc by Marc Jacobs Patent Leather Bow Pump
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Marc by Marc Jacobs is the perfect blend of timeless luxury and contemporary fashion. The feminine style of this crocodile-embossed pump makes it the perfect addition to your shoe collection.
- Crocodile-embossed patent leather upper
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Location: Irvington, NJ
July 14, 2013
So happy...
"I received this pump a few days ago. I wasn't sure quite what to expect based on the previous reviews. However, I took a chance and sized up ( I'm an 8 1/2M), and purchased the 9. They are so nice and seem to be well constructed! I don't usually have a lot of luck with Euro sizing, but these are a perfect fit!! They are really classy looking and a great professional shoe . I won't be returning these. They were a steal with the luxe810 promotion and DSW rewards..."
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July 10, 2013
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Location: Manchester
July 03, 2013
Much cuter on!
"Bows are not usually my thing, nor round toes, but these were really cute with jeans or wool skirts/jumpers. They are kind of retro, but have the modern alligator print. The color is not so green as the website, but more a neutral gray that goes with a lot. I love them. Also, they are not sized like usual Italian shoes, but more follow American sizing - I wear 8 and took an 8 (I usually go up to 8 1/2 in Italian shoes)."
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Winter is starting to look brighter: American Eagle will feature 15 young stars in its new Fall 2012 ad campaign, entitled, "Live Your Life". Heading the line-up is Pretty Little Liars star Shay Mitchell. The campaign emphasizes the brand's focus on individual style and truly living your life in American Eagle denim. Check out the behind-the-scenes photos, where Shay is wearing American Eagle's new Skinny Kick jeans ($49.50), in stores in July. Throughout the summer, American Eagle will continue to unveil the additional 14 guys and girls in the campaign.
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If you find any cool pics of OP characters or whatever post it especially if it's Pandaman LOL.
What's the point of having thim in "My Pictures" if your not going to use em',
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These are some general changes in sexual desire and response that may be linked to cancer and cancer treatment. Specific changes linked to certain types of treatment are covered in more detail in the next sections.
Both men and women often lose interest in sexual activity during cancer treatment, at least for a time. At first, concern for survival is so great that sex may not be a priority. This is OK. Few people are interested in sex when they feel their lives are in danger. When people are in treatment, worry, depression, nausea, pain, or fatigue may cause loss of desire. Cancer treatments that disturb the normal hormone balance can also lessen sexual desire.
If there's a conflict in the relationship, one partner or both might lose interest in sex. Many people who have cancer worry that a partner will be turned off by changes in their bodies or by the very word "cancer."
Keep in mind that each part of a man's sexual cycle is somewhat independent from other parts of the cycle. That's why, after some types of cancer treatment, a man may still desire sex and be able to ejaculate but not have an erection. Other men may have the feeling of orgasm along with the muscles contracting in rhythm, even though semen no longer comes out.
Physical problems can affect desire and response
Premature ejaculation
Premature ejaculation means reaching a climax too quickly. Men who are having erection problems often lose the ability to delay orgasm, so they ejaculate quickly.
Premature ejaculation is a very common problem, even for healthy men. It can be overcome with some practice in slowing down excitement. A few of the newer anti-depressant drugs have the side effect of delaying orgasm. This side effect can be used to help men with premature ejaculation. Some men can also use creams that decrease the sensation in the penis. Talk to your doctor about what kind of help might be right for you.
Men sometimes feel pain in the genitals during sex. If the prostate gland or urethra is irritated from cancer treatment, ejaculation may be painful. Scar tissue that forms in the abdomen (belly) and pelvis after surgery (such as for colon cancer) can cause pain during orgasm, too. Pain in the penis as it becomes erect is less common. Tell your doctor right away if you have any pain in your genital area.
Hormone therapy can affect desire
Treatment for prostate cancer that has spread beyond the gland often includes changing a man's hormone balance. This can be done in one or more of these ways:
- Using drugs to keep testosterone from being made
- Using drugs that block cells from using testosterone
- Removing a man's testicles (called orchiectomy)
The goal of hormone therapy is to starve the prostate cancer cells of testosterone. This slows the growth of the cancer. All of these treatments have many of the same kinds of sexual side effects, because they all affect testosterone.
The most common sexual problem with hormone treatment is a decrease in desire for sex (libido). Hormone therapy may also cause changes in how you look, such as loss of muscle mass, weight gain, or some growth in breast tissue. Be sure you understand the side effects and what you can do to help manage them. For instance, a program of exercise may help you limit muscle loss, weight gain, and tiredness. Talk with your doctor about any exercise program you may have in mind, or ask to be referred to a physical therapist, who can help you decide where to start and what to do.
Psychological effects of hormone therapy
Men who are on hormone therapy drugs to lower testosterone often feel like "less of a man." They fear they may start to look and act like a woman. This is a myth. Manhood does not just depend on hormones but on a lifetime of being male. Hormone therapy for prostate cancer may decrease a man's desire for sex, but it cannot change the target of his sexual desires. For example, a man who has always been attracted only to women will not find himself attracted to men because of this kind of hormone treatment.
Hormone therapy in men has been linked to depression. Talk to your doctor about this because it can be treated with anti-depressant drugs and/or counseling. There's also growing concern that hormone therapy for prostate cancer may lead to problems with thinking, concentration, and/or memory. This hasn't been well studied, but hormone therapy does seem to lead to memory problems in some men. These problems are rarely severe, and most often affect only some types of memory. More studies are being done to look at this.
Last Medical Review: August 19, 2013 Last Revised: August 19, 2013
American Cancer Society medical information is copyrighted material. For reprint requests, please contact email@example.com.
Sexuality for the Man With Cancer
- Cancer, sex, and sexuality
- How the male body works sexually
- How pelvic surgery to treat cancer can affect erections
- How pelvic radiation therapy can affect erections
- How chemotherapy can affect erections
- The psychological effects of cancer treatment on erections
- How cancer treatment can affect ejaculation
- How cancer treatment can affect fertility
- How cancer treatment can affect sexual desire and response
- How cancer treatments can affect sexuality and fertility
- Dealing with sexual problems
- What treatments are available to help with erections?
- When is sexual counseling helpful?
- Can testosterone restore sexual functioning?
- What about herbs or natural cures for erection problems?
- Is there a way to make orgasms as intense as they used to be?
- Special concerns linked to certain cancers and their treatment
- Feeling good about yourself and feeling good about sex
- Chemotherapy also changes the way you look
- Overcoming depression
- Dealing with grief and loss
- Good communication: The key to building a successful sexual relationship
- Overcoming anxiety about sex
- Rekindling sexual interest
- Sexual activity with your partner
- Keeping your sex life going despite cancer treatment
- The single man and cancer
- Men who have sex with men
- Frequently asked questions
- Professional help
- American Cancer Society programs
- To learn more
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Boutique 9 Mocasin Southwestern Flat
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Give your style a kick when you slip in the Nine West Mocasin. This smoking slipper inspired flat is the perfect conversation piece.
- Pattern fabric upper with leather trim
- Cut away lip
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The Land of Legends: Wales
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Ross Dress For Less
Hours And Locations for North Dakota
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Northwestern Captain & Crew Poster
The exclusive Deadliest Catch poster featuring Captain Sig Hansen and his crew means you can follow your favorite crew from the Deadliest Catch any time, day or night. The Northwestern, built by Sverre Hansen (Sig Hansen's father and pioneer in the Alaskan king crab fishery), was originally 108 feet long and specifically designed to harvest king and tanner crabs in the Bering Sea. An 11" x 17" Deadliest Catch crew poster, pays tribute to the Hansens and their crew, which follow the various crab populations' seasonal patterns in the Northwestern their boat, which has been lengthened twice to pack more crab and carry more pots.
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- Beautiful Color
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I understand.<quoted text>was just thinking,maybe it was'nt such a good idea to have brought up that war.
Every male in my family but one enlisted in the Marines when we were 17. We had a family member who served in Vietnam and was in Cambodia while we were claiming we weren't even there, and another who was Force Recon who spent weeks at a time in the North searching for POW camps.
Both left home for MCRD San Diego fine. One and came back with lots of emotional and substance abuse problems, the other came back so physically messed up he was never healthy again.
V.A. did nothing to help either but put then on drugs. One was gone before he reached 60, the other is still messed up.
I choose not to be bitter, just cynical, and to enjoy the vast majority of Americans who are good people and who do actually care.
Gotta see the bright side of life.