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The bunkhouse cabins accommodate four people. Each cabin includes heat, air-conditioning, electricity, table and chairs, a full bed bunk bed and linens. Picnic tables and fire rings are provided outside the cabins for meal preparation. Showers and bathrooms are located in the air conditioned shower house at the Welcome Center. Williams Hill Pass is a family-oriented OHV park located between Mitchellville and Rudement just off Illinois Route 34 in southern Saline County on the north slope of Williams Hill, the highest point in Southern Illinois.
Big Sky Cabins is a private 4 bedroom vacation cabin available for nightly rental in Southern Illinois. Currently 2 cabins are available for a getaway to peace and nature. Located in the middle of the Shawnee National Forest and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the cabins are perfect for large groups, weddings parties, honeymoons, or just a nice getaway. Big Sky Cabins provides the most private getaway on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. At night, build a big fire and look up at all the stars in the sky.
CITY:Alto Pass
Located in a historic downtown Alton building, these suites are private, secure and first class in a quiet, relaxing atmosphere. Fully furnished one and two bedroom units. Kitchen, VCR, digital cable, washer and dryer, free local calls. Located within walking distance to local restaurants, clubs and shopping.
Family vacation farm
Cabin sleeps 4, kitchen, bath. Fishing at front door, remote location, joins Goose Pond on North.
Located between Arthur and Arcola in the small group of houses called Chesterville. This is a one bedroom house, with living room, full kitchen and bathroom. The bedroom has a queen size bed and the living room has a queen size sofa bed. It also has air conditioning and a washer & dryer, it is newly remodeled.
Located within the Shawnee National Forest in beautiful Hardin County Illinois, just minutes away from Garden of the Gods and Cave In Rock. The cabin offers 1 queen Bedroom with a Kitchen/living area, full bath and a great room with a king, full and a twin bed.
Located on Main Street in historic downtown Alto Pass, the Alto Wine Trail Loft provides 2 new units, both with 2 bedrooms offering unique accommodations for experiencing the wineries and wilderness of Southern Illinois. An alternative to cabins in Southern Illinois, the Wine Loft is a vacation loft rental in Southern Illinois. A unique getaway in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, the Loft is a private vacation rental, close to Giant City, Southern Illinois University, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. The historic building that is home to the Wine Loft was constructed in 1912 as a general store. The Loft renovations used environmentally friendly material and preserved as much of the original brick work and exterior as possible.
CITY:Alto Pass
Located at Bay City, at the Smithland Pool on the Ohio River. Boat launch, hook-ups and floating docks. Completely furnished.
Canyon Log Enterprises/Carriage House
Experience log home living at Apple Canyon Lake. Great couple's getaway, one bedroom suite, full kitchen, all linens provided. Access to amenities, lake, golf, restaurant. Call for extended stay rates.
CITY:Apple River
Centrally located in Grafton with two suites available. Each suite has a wet bar with a refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot. A large sitting area with a TV, DVD player and a full size sofa. The bedroom has a queen size bed and fireplace. The bathroom has a shower, a large make-up vanity and features the Bain Ultra air jetted tub for two. Making it perfect for the special couples getaway!
The Reece Ridge Luxury Cabin is an open, spacious, beautiful secluded home. It is tastefully decorated in a lodge decor, with comfortable furnishings. The cabin is peaceful and serene surrounded by wooded forest full of wildlife. Step into the great room, featuring a large wood burning fireplace and groove vaulted ceilings and walls. Windows provide natural light and awesome views of the surrounding area. The well equipped kitchen and dining room enjoys the same views. The large, open front porch has a swing and rocking chairs where you can listen to the trees quake in the wind and enjoy a morning cup of coffee.
Located in a beautiful wooded area, this vacation home sleeps eight with three full baths. Hot tub, billiards, stone fireplace. Satellite TV/VCR/DVD, deck, gas grill and screened room. Access to pool, trails, golf, stable, lake and skiing.
Located in the beautiful rolling hills overlooking the Mississippi River. Hay rack ride and bonfire activites are included in lodge rates as well as 2 meals a day per person.
Affordable family lodging, cabins, campers and primitive camping. One cabin has kitchenette, covered shelter, air, tv/vcr, wood burning stove, electric and water shower available. One cabin has sleeping for six or more, electric, water, grill and shaded area. We have excellent walking and riding trails, 40 acres. Horses welcome. Lots of shaded areas for tent camping and fishing pond. We are minutes away from Ohio River, Tower Rock Park boat ramp, Elizabethtown boat ramp, good eating places, LakeTucumseh and Woopie Cat, Iron Furnace, Stone Face, Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Cave-in-Rock and lots of scenic views. Children and pets welcome.
The Riverside Cottage - A Loading Dock Guest House
Relax in this riverfront cottage located a block from Main Street in downtown Grafton. This unique, art-filled guest house is just a stone's throw from the Mississippi River. The flower-filled back deck faces the river and the historic Boatworks building, which houses the monthly Riverside Flea Market. A restful atmosphere and overstuffed comfy furniture will entice you to read by the fireplace or paint a picture at the artist's easel. A full kitchen allows for snacks of cooking in style. This cottage is designed for two. Free Wi-fi.
The Stone Cottage - A Loading Dock Guest House
The Stone Cottage, located about 2 miles from the Loading Dock, is a recently remodeled and beautifully appointed home that was built in 1840 and is Grafton's oldest original structure. It features a full kitchen and three bedrooms with beds to sleep eight. The charming modern decor is warm and inviting; the property is perfect for a group getaway.
Sprague's Kinderhook lodge is perfect for hunting parties, business meetings, or retreats. Home-cooked meals along with large meeting rooms, nestled in the heart of hunting and recreational opportunities in Pike County.
Our Mississippi River Lodge is located right on the banks on the Mighty Mississippi River between Savanna and Thomson Illinois and offers awe-inspiring views from every angle. We offer 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, living room with fireplace & big screen TV, deck with grill, a fully stocked kitchen and much more! If you are a river lover, this is the place for you. Fishing, water skiing, tubing, or cruising up the river, it's all here for your enjoyment. Since we are located on Big Slough, off of the main channel of the river, you can have fun without having to deal with a lot of river traffic. Access to the main channel is easy if you want to cruise the river. Only five miles up the river is Lower Sabula Lake which offers a great new sand beach. There is a public boat launch only a quarter mile from the house and a dock is provided to moor your boat at the house. If you do not have a boat, you can fish off the dock or the bank.
A rustic retreat featuring 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2 bathrooms, a kitchen with microwave and refrigerator, and a fireplace, on 80 wooded acres.
Built at the dawn of the 20th century this two-story home retains its turn of the century charm while offering the convenience of modern pleasures and comfort. The home offers 2 units, upstairs & downstairs with an adjoining stairway that can be opened for large groups.
A stone and timber cottage in Dixon's historic Lowell Park, constructed with native limestone quarried on site, Woodcote ' the cottage in the woods ' was built 1909. Today, Woodcote is available for your enjoyment with privacy for any occasion: corporate retreats, weddings and receptions, showers, art or antique shows, etc.
Two Bedroom, two bath, equipped kitchen, large deck with screened porch overlooking the Ohio River at the site of the filming of US Marshal. Boat ramp 1/2 mile.
For an enjoyable stay, choose from one of four cabins, a two-bedroom or three-bedroom house. There are campfire rings, grills, picnic tables and a playground. Parking with electric hook-ups for boats. Fishing guide service is also available. Close to Lake Shelbyville and Lithia Springs Marina. Open April-October.
Two-bedroom cottages with kitchens, living rooms, bath and shower, AC, TV, and microwave.
San Damiano Retreat Center and Shrine
Covering 200 acres of the bluffs of the Ohio river and surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest, this is a place of beauty, quiet and calmness. Private cottages have all the conveniences, plus dining room, conference center, hiking, fishing and chapel.
Lake LaDonna Family Campground
A great place for kids! Beach surrounding the lake is perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles. Waterfall, rope swing, diving boards, slides and tire swing. Certified lifeguards on duty. Good food served daily in the lodge. Camp store, pavilion, playground, volleyball and basketball courts, horseshoes, restrooms, shower facilities, water, electric hook-ups, dump station. Facilities include campsites with water & electric hook-ups and air conditioned cabins with kitchenettes & full bathrooms.
The Cabin boasts a vaulted great room with fireplace, full kitchen, a luxurious main floor master bedroom and bath with a custom 2 person shower and Jaccuzi tub. The huge second floor lofted bedroom and 1/2 bath overlooks 20 acres of pasture and wildlife.
Windy Hill Acres Inn is located in the Shawnee National Forest. The Inn is a Rock Potato House which has been remodeled into a beautiful 5 room house with deck. The Potato House was built in the 1800's and used to store the farmers' sweet potatoes.
Bluffdale is an Illinois farm vacation dude ranch and bed & breakfast. Parent Magazine's "Top 10 Family Resorts in North America." Our family has been welcoming guests to our historic Illinois farm near Eldred, Illinois since 1963. Recreation activities include horseback riding, boating, fishing, swimming, hayrides, bonfires, sing-alongs and more. Bluffdale is famous for its generous home cooked meals with home baked bread, rolls and pies. Our luxury cabins, featuring a fireplace and hot tub, are ideal for romantic getaway weekend or honeymoon bed & breakfast lodging. Spring brings a wide variety of wildflowers and morel mushrooms. In fall the bluffs make a colorful drive and eagle watch from Alton to Bluffdale along the Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway. Check our website for rates and availability.
Gregory's Resort Motel and Cabins
Come stay in one of the 12 clean, comfortable rooms or a cabin after a long day of fishing or playing! 60 seconds from boat launch. Adjacent to Lithia Campground and Marina. Boat hook-ups, bait shop & store. Pavilions, grills and fire pits. Borders U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property. Open April 1st - October 30th every year. Has free Wi-Fi.
Brand new log cabins in the Shawnee National Forest. Closest cabins to the popular Garden of the Gods hike and just a short drive to many more. One and Two Bedroom cabins available all year. Hot tubs, Fireplaces, DirecTV, FiberOptic High-speed internet, fully furnished, with fire pits, free firewood, and charcoal grills. All cabins have full kitchens, towels, linens and all amenities; just bring your food and fun! Located at 745 Garden of the Gods Rd, Herod, IL. Please visit our website for more information and availability
One room cabin rental near hunting, fishing, biking and horseback riding areas.
Capture the Spirit of pioneering in a Log Cabin! Choose from state of the art new cabins or feel the history and listen to the stories from the rustic old logs in an authentic hand hewn Pioneer Log Cabin home. These cabins will capture your heart and kindle your spirit.
Enjoy a beautiful, unobstructed view of the Mississippi River at this cozy 600-square-foot guest house. Accommodations include two queen beds, a kitchenette, a living area, patio with pergola and outside fireplace. It is also within walking distance to Grafton's shops, restaurants, wineries and marina.
2 bedrooms with sleeping accomodations for 5, a full size, and 2 twin beds and a rollaway. A stocked kitchen
Centrally located in The Galena Territory, this vacation home sleeps eight: one king, two queens and two twins. TVs in all rooms. Enjoy the huge in-home Jacuzzi and our new upgrades.
Provides affordably priced and beautifully furnished accommodations. Optional spa and fireplace suites. Restaurant and golf course on site.
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!
This 2600 sq. ft beautiful 3 bedroom. 2.5 bath cabin is located on 75 secluded acres on the Shawnee Wine Trail. This picturesque and secluded property is within two miles of Blue Sky winery,Owl Creek, and within 1 mile of Orlandini winery. Located on Rocky Comfort Road, you are in the heart of Southern Illinois Wine Country. Enjoy the huge deck overlooking the Valley and the peacefulness of the 140 acres of the Shawnee National Forest which adjoins the property. The opportunities and possibilities are endless.
This cozy retreat has modern appliances and luxury touches. There are two bedrooms, one queen and one with two twin beds and extra bedding available in the loft. The kitchen has a microwave, electric stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, toaster and coffee machine. The spacious dining area comfortably sits six people. The large deck spans the rear of the house overlooking the fenced-in yard and the woodlands below.
CITY:Alto Pass
Seven acres of peace and privacy, long valley views, affordable for up to eight people, near Territory homeowners' club, new pool and fitness center; new furniture, TV and gas barbecue.
We are Southern Illinois' destination for a secluded and peaceful getaway. We are luxurious, fully equipped log homes, set on 95 acres, available to you for a few days, a week, or even longer. Each cabin can comfortably sleep 6 to 8 people. Our cabins were built specifically for guests who want to get away from the busy realities of life and just enjoy the simple things. Enjoy fishing in our lakes, hunting, the wildlife and beautiful sunsets from the deck. We are an easy ten minutes from Carbondale and Southern Illinois University, and within driving distance to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Southern Illinois lakes, Shawnee National Forest, Giant City Park and the DuQuoin fairgrounds.
CITY:De Soto
Rochelle Railroad Diamond Lodge
The Rochelle Diamond Lodge is a charming lodge located just 50 yards from the Rochelle Train Park. Three Guest Suites are currently available and an actual caboose is on site and being renovated and will be available to stay in soon! The Lodge's comfortable and tasteful decor will make you feel right at home. It's all about relaxation, and who would want it any other way? Picnic tables in the back are the perfect spot to barbeque or enjoy a nice tall glass of lemonade in the summer and enjoy your privacy taking pictures in front of the on-site caboose! RAILFANS: Enjoy your day at the Railroad Park and then just walk back across the tracks to your Suite!
Whimsical treehouse village for nightly rentals. Spend a relaxing, quiet night in a treehouse on 10 acres of secluded timber! Experience outdoor showers from the porch, Kitchenette, Wifi,pets welcome. Two treehouses available, 220 sq. ft Whitetail cabin sleeps 2-4, the Captains Quarters 400 sq. ft. sleeps 4-6. To book or look at availability visit www.vrbo.com. The most unique lodging in Western Illinois.
Providing 29 beautiful, affordable vacation rental homes, most with hot tubs & pool tables! Whatever the size of your group, we have a home that will make your Galena getaway special.
Private 3-room suite in the heart of Galena's historic district. Private parking. Living room, private bath, one bedroom, kitchenette and deck. Period furnishings. Elevator to Main Street. Central A/C.
Cloran Condo at Longhollow Point
Named the 3rd most romantic bed and breakfast in the country, the Cloran Mansion blends modern comfort with historic charm. Enjoy a spacious, fully-furnished, studio condo with complete kitchen, king sized bed, sofa sleeper, fireplace, double whirlpool, indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness center, game room, TV, and DVD player.
Featured on HGTV and PBS Illinois Stories, this home origionally served as a railroad bridge in 1919. Opening in the spring of 2010 as a guest lodge, the home sleeps 6-8 people comfortably, complete with spectacular scenery and situated over water. The lodge is also available for meetings for 20-30 people. Relax in front of the hand crafted fireplace or sit outside on one of the balcony's in a serene location in Ursa, just 15 minutes from Quincy, IL.
Galena Territory-Apple Canyon Lake country homes. Large selection of 1-5 bedroom homes in the popular Galena resort areas. Adjacent homes available for large groups. Swimming, golfing, fishing, horseback riding.
Lake house vacation rental home; one large bedroom with kitchen, laundry room, patio room with spectacular view of the lake, family room with dining table, deck, screened porch, fireplaces, one acre of land on beautiful Vernor Lake, and walking distance to Richland County Country Club. Relax and fish from the dock on this quiet lake side retreat.
Cross the creek to experience our rustic cabin in the woods. Nestled among the tree-covered bluffs is where you'll find our little piece of nature. A getaway without phones, television, cable or internet… truly a place to get away from it all. Located just 1.2 miles north of Grafton on the Illinois Route 100, the guest house features two bedrooms and comfortably accommodates four people. Kitchen includes appliances and cooking supplies. Outdoors you'll find a beautiful creek, running spring, fire pit and BBQ grill.
Cabin rental near Cedar Lake, horse campground, tack store and outdoor recreation
O'Connell's Yogi Bear Jellystone Park
287 acres of clean camping. Large pull-thru site with 50 amp electric available. Daily activities June-August. Swimming, mini golf, water slide, 5 comfort stations, laundromats, and Yogi Bear. Rustic cabins and furnished park model trailers, and cindy's deluxe cottage in a clean family campground.
Water Valley Inn can accommodate individuals, couples, families and groups up to eight, based on double occupancy. The main floor of the farmhouse includes two bedrooms with queen size beds and one bathroom. The upstairs has three rooms set up with twin beds.
Cache River Basin Vineyard and Winery
Located in beautiful southern Illinois just south of the Cache River. We have a very nice restaurant next to the winery called Wineaux's Restaurant. We also have a cabin on site tucked away at the edge of the woods. Can sleep six, has a hot tub and sauna.
Fisherman's Cabin at Rocky Waters Vineyard & Winery
Our cabin is nestled in the rolling hills with a beautiful view of the lake from the spacious deck. A full kitchen, private master bedroom, a set of bunkbeds on the loft and two bunkbeds with full size mattresses on the bottom and twin mattresses on the top, located on the lower level, for a total sleeping accommodation for 10, provides ample space for your whole group. Each level also has a large private bath.
Offering five cabins combining rustic style with modern amenities including full kitchens, open layouts, luxury baths, beautiful indoor and outdoor entertaining areas and amenities. Minutes from SIU Carbondale, IL, numerous wineries on the Shawnee wine trail, golf courses and Giant City State Park. Custom log and stone exteriors, fireplaces, and wooded lakefront setting.
Located on 140 private acres nestled in ancient bluffs, loaded with wildlife, peace and quiet and everything at your fingertips! We provide everything you and your guests need for a wonderful getaway! The kitchen is fully equipped with all manner of cooking needs, along with a backyard BBQ, all you need is your provisions to whip up a meal to be enjoyed in this wonderful home! The great room has floor to ceiling windows to take in the breathtaking views that span for 40 + miles to Kentucky! It features a flat screen tv and blue ray dvd player along with a cozy gas fireplace for your enjoyment...Also located on the main floor is a laundry room and half bath. Upstairs you will find a log style King Bed Master Suite. There is a walk in closet and a 4 piece Master Bath that rivals any Spa. The walk in shower has body sprays and the jacuzzi tub has a multitude of jets to enjoy while gazing out the window in the tree line! There is a private balcony off the bedroom to take in the views of the bluffs. Downstairs, the walkout basement offers another living area complete with a flat screen tv/dvd player. There is another full bathroom and two more bedrooms, one with a King bed and flat screen tv/dvd player and another full size bedroom. The patio off the living room provides ample shade in the Summer and again you have spectacular long range views of the area! Outback you can relax on the deck while BBQ'ing or watching the kids on the playset. There is ample parking for you and your guests. Rock Ridge also offers guided repelling and climbing, there is a fully stocked pond, and plenty of room to roam around and explore the property!
A 3,000 sq. ft. lodge features a master bedroom with a private bath and two bedrooms with semi-private bathrooms. Located in rural Jasper County, Turkey Creek is perfect for hunters or individuals wanting a weekend retreat.
1200 Square foot house with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air. Garage with electricity. Fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, all linens provided, satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi, Stocked fishing pond, fishing guide service available Campfire ring, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, BBQ grills, swimming pool, electric boat parking. Pets allowed. Open all year.
One and two bedroom cabins nestled in the Shawnee National Forest along the Ohio River. Each cabin is fully furnished with a private setting and breathtaking view. Whether you are planning a family vacation or a private getaway weekend, Cedar Hill River Resort is the place to experience one of Illinois' best kept secrets. Owners: Mike and Carol Tipsord
Farmhouse rental ideal for sportsman. 3 double beds and 3 single beds, 2 baths and full kitchen, with washer & dryer.
This country home, located in Grafton, Illinois, is nestled on over 70 acres of trees, pasture and farmland. Enjoy hours with your family exploring the outdoors, fishing, roasting marshmallows or taking a ride on the paddle boat. The property features pond fishing, camping, bonfire and BBQ facilities, hiking areas and picnicking. No hunting is allowed on the property but hunters are more than welcome to stay in this region known for its duck and deer hunting. Reservations are required.
Trail ride in beautiful Southern Illinois. Hourly to full-day rates. Over night pack trips and lunch or dinner outings. Group rates and boarding available. Great horses for all riders, experienced or not. Professional guides, cool wooded trails. Rustic Loft Lodging available
We offer upscale vacation rental homes (three-five bedrooms) with an attention to detail that will make you smile. Clean homes, comfortable beds and competitive rates.
Imagine indulging yourself in the privacy of your own cabin with a full body massage & lingering leisurely over breakfast in bed provided by our own caterer. Extra Special touches available upon request. Arrangements can be made for extra-loving touches added to the cabin from rose petals, flowers & music, or send a special invitation asking them to join you for a relaxing getaway. Relax in the rustic setting of our cozy cabins located on 10 wooded acres just minutes from Lake Carroll. Enjoy our friendly atmosphere beside a bonfire or hot tub! A romantic whirl-pool cabin with fireplace or country kitchenette can accommodate everything from intimate parties to family reunions. Open year-round.
Three Story, six bedroom log home on 30 acres with fireplace, large deck, kitchen, central air, spa, large meeting room, trail rides, continental breakfast, TV, VCR, 5-person spa, gas grill and 2 charcoal grills. Next to Hidden Springs State Forest.
This log cabin getaway is cradled by nature. Delighted guests fish from the pedal boat and canoe across the pond to the tepee. Star-gaze, listen to the woods' silence, be at peace.
2 bedroom, 1 bath cottages are set along our beautiful 45 acre lake. Enjoy free fishing (no license required), beach swimming, hiking, boat rentals, golf cart rentals, hayrides, playgrounds, planned activites, and more.
Offers hunting, fishing, golf and meeting packages, as well as getaway weekend packages. Gas fireplaces, central heating and air, satellite TV, and gourmet meals delivered directly to your table. Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge is conveniently located just off Newton lake with 2 cabins so you can enjoy your hunt. Some of the nations best Bass Fishing can be found as well as a hunters paradise for all game. Guided and non-guided fishing and hunting packages are available by calling. In the off-season this facility is a Bed & Breakfast. Described as a "Sportsman's paradise" by World Champion Angler Denny Brauer.
Accomodations year-round, can sleep 8 with kitchen.
Our properties provide either seclusion or being close to amenities. Enjoy hiking, biking, golfing, horseback riding, outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness and game room, and much more.
Rural setting, enjoyable for hunters visiting Pike County.
Great weekend get-away. Many trails and Clydesdale horses available for riding. Cabin rentals available.
Shawnee Homeplace is a two-bedroom brick home with modern comforts in the middle of 450 acres along the Ohio River three miles southwest of Rosiclare. Enjoy the trails, Ohio River frontage, abundant wildlife or the peace and quiet of the porch. Owner: Laura Lamar. Mailing address PO Box 329, Elizabethtown, IL 62931 Opening: April 2009 (1 rental ).
Cassen's Bait Shop has added two new guest rooms perfect for fishermen or hunters. Amenities offered are free wi-fi, refrigerator & microwave. You'll enjoy a great view of the Illinois River with shopping and restaurants within walking distance.
6 lodge rooms with full baths, fireplace and big screen TV with satellite dish.
Seven clean and comfortable kitchenette rooms with living room, kitchen, bedroom and bath within walking distance of Coon Creek Beach and Boat Ramp. Rooms are equipped with pots and pans, table settings, coffee maker & toaster, towels, and bed linens. Only 1/2 mile from Lake Shelbyville. Open April - November.
A spacious 3 bedroom home perfect for family or group getaways or vacations. Equipped with a 40 inch TV, dishes for 6, and all the comforts of home. Wireless access throughout.
Enjoy home away from home in the new Nauvoo Vacation condos in historic Nauvoo. Full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Located on 7 acres of rolling woodlands, just north of Quincy, IL. This rustic sanctuary is perfect for groups who want to get away. The lodge has a wrap around porch and outdoor pool. Also on the grounds are two bunk houses for retreats, basketball court and 1-acre pond with paddleboats.
Illinois Wildlife Connections Lodge
All deer and turkey hunts include clean and comfortable accommodations in our new 3400 sq/ft. lodge. The lodge has 7 bedrooms, 5 showers, pool table, mud room, washer and dryer, patio, and more. Guide, stands, transportation, and meals are also included. All meals will be continental style breakfast, soup and sandwich type lunch, and an out of this world gourmet country style dinner, guaranteed to put on a few extra pounds. Airport pickup is available if needed. More than 5,000 acres for Archery Only Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey. A lodge with full amenities await hunters. Their GPS Coordinates N39 .03.297' W088 .06.482'
Privately-owned cabins.
Comfortable, luxurious vacation homes located at Apple Canyon Lake. Each home sleeps up to eight people. Some homes are pet friendly. Ideal for large or multiple families. Lake views.
CITY:Apple River
A lodge that accommodates hunters with semi-guided and non-guided hunting tours.
Located in a scenic rural setting, these accomodations in Pittsfield, are the perfects starting point to explore Western Illinois.
Butler Farms Outdoor Adventures
Butler Farms Outdoor Adventures is located just outside the town of Pittsfield in Pike County. Lodging is always included with your hunt and open all year long for weddings, reunions and Church activities!
Train-Inn Vacation/Executive Rental Home
If you need longer-term accommodation this is a perfect vacation/executive rental, hotel alternative, or home away from home when visiting Carbondale or Southern Illinois University. This cottage is location adjacent to the Train-Inn B&B and has a comfortable, rustic charm. Recently renovated it offers modern comfort, with three bedrooms, easily sleeping six guests. Fully furnished and with its fully equipped kitchen, including dishes and cookware, towels, linens, washer & dryer a great place to stay while visiting the area. In addition, there is parking for up to four cars.
Ideal venue for your; Overnight Accommodations, Bridal & Baby Showers, Business Luncheons and Dinners, Family Events, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Intimate Weddings. An 1872 Restored Italianate Victorian Home Located in the Heart of Downtown Olney, Illinois During the extensive restoration project the finest materials were used and extensive research was conducted to return this home to its original grandeur. You will marvel at the exquisite detail that has been put into this project.
Guest house in a quiet, comfortable, rural setting. Two bedrooms sleep 4 comfortably. House furnished with all new items.
Old Florence Hotel Guest House & Camping
Built in 1850 and retored in 2003, this three story brick building overlooks the Illinois river.
Illinois premier vacation homes, Eagle's Nest & Retreat House, near Eagle Ridge Resort, are close to plenty of attractions and activities; including golfing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, wine tastings and shopping.
1500 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, large living room. 4 twin beds, 1 king and 1 full bed. 1/2 block off Main St in Golconda. Boat parking available. All are welcome.
Buena Vista Farms, Inc. and its Resort offers three luxury cabins lined with knotty pine interior. All with full baths, A/C, heat, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi access. Cabins overlook one of two stocked lakes, where you can relax over an open campfire. Amenities include a mini fridge, microwave and gas grill for your cooking convenience. Buena Vista Farms also offers one economy cabin. Guest can enjoy swimming, canoeing, paddle boats, kayaks, hiking, and many more outdoor games. Address for this location is 1630 Hwy 67, Chapin, IL 62628
Lodging nestled in the heart of the Shawnee Forest. One furnished cabin (sleeps up to 4) and one furnished modern modular home (sleeps 5-7) that includes all amenities. Perfect for travelers and hunters. Located on private ground that joins government land. Located close to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock Trail, Pounds Hollow Lake, High Know and other recreational sites.


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By Bobby Harrison/NEMS Daily Journal
JACKSON – Mississippi's 2013 legislative session kicked off Tuesday with one new member being sworn in and another member announcing his resignation.
At the session's outset, Speaker Philip Gunn, R-Clinton, announced that Rep. David Gibbs, D-West Point, was resigning.
"Due to health problems and the desire to spend more time with my family, I regretfully resign from a position that I love and respect," said Gibbs in a resignation letter. "I thank God for the many years I have served the people of my district."
Gibbs served in the House since 1993 and was especially active in issues regarding agriculture and county government. He was a farmer and former supervisor.
"He is an incredible resource on agriculture," said former Agriculture Chair Steve Holland, D-Plantersville, pointing out Gibbs had served as vice chair of that panel in the House. "He had the best people skills – very slow talking and very methodical. But he always demanded results."
On the same day, Rep. Bill Kinkade, R-Byhalia, was sworn in as the newest member of the House, representing portions of Marshall and DeSoto counties.
Kinkade replaces Rep. Tommy Woods, R-Byhalia, who resigned last year for health reasons.
Kinkade's swearing-in ceremony was attended by his wife, the former Debbie Pritchard of Oxford, two grown children, Sarah and Joe, and three grandchildren.
Kinkade, who had never sought public office before the House race, said he ran because "I felt an absolute need to do service, and I saw an absence of qualified candidates to replace Mr. Tommy."
Kinkade is a business executive in apparel and sports marketing.
Gov. Phil Bryant will call a special election to fill Gibbs' seat. Special elections already are slated to replace two senators who died recently, Jan. 15 for Senate District 16 to replace the late Sen. Bennie Turner, D-West Point, and Feb. 5 for Senate District 28 to replace the late Alice Harden, D-Jackson.
Like Gibbs, Turner came to the Legislature in 1993 to represent Clay County. Turner's vacant seat consists of all of Clay and portions of Oktibbeha, Lowndes, and Noxubee counties. Gibbs' District 36 seat consists of portions of Clay, Monroe and Lowndes counties.
The changes in Clay County are not the only ones in the Legislature since the 2012 session ended in May.
Rankin County voters on Tuesday night elected Brandon resident Brent Powell to the Mississippi Legislature during a special House election to fill District 59. The seat was left vacant by former Rep. Kevin McGee, who resigned over ethics violations in November. DeSoto County also elected a new senator, David Parker, who was sworn in last year, but was serving his first day in session Tuesday, the opening day of a scheduled 90-day session.

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This custom-made cardboard playhouse is a hit with rabbits and cats alike! It has two upper levels (the floors are made with double-wall cardboard for extra strength) with ramps between for easy jumping access, and several doors and windows for running through and peeking out. The cutouts and graphics give it the look of a quaint cottage, which will look nice in any living room. There's even a blank name sign above one of the doors to write your pet's name. The front has a large opening at the bottom, and paned windows which swing open on the second level. If your rabbit or cat prefers to jump in and out from the window, it is perforated for easy removal. On the left side shown is a paned swinging door. Again, this can be easily removed, depending on your pet's preferences. Made of chew-safe cardboard and printed with soy-based ink (choose either brown or dark green ink) or choose one with no printing. Recommended for rabbits under 9 pounds and cats under 15 pounds. 24" tall x 18" square. Shipped flat.
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I began with the Double-Chip Peanut Blondies (though mine were actually single-chip: vegan white chocolate chips get expensive when you have to pay shipping and handling). To replace Hannah's all purpose flour, I mixed three cups' worth of Gluten Frida Mix from Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar, which amounted to a little more than three cups of rice, tapioca, almond, and quinoa flours, plus some ground flax seed. I added one and a half teaspoons of xanthan gum for good measure.
Because of the xanthan gum and my bulky flour blend, the final batter was almost too thick to mix; I had to add a quarter cup of water. After 35 minutes in the oven, the brownies smelled like roasted peanuts, and the edges were dark. I allowed them to cool for several hours, but when I finally attempted to slice them, I wished I'd waited: everything underneath the top crust still resembled a thick batter. The next day the blondies were perfectly sliceable; you really do need to wait until they're completely cooled.
These blondies have a great sweet and salty peanut flavor, with highlights of gooey melted chocolate. The recipe calls for unsweetened apple butter, and because mine was heavy on the cinnamon, that flavor shone through, too. Next time I make these, I'll use a lighter gluten-free flour blend.Next I tried the Browned Butter Pecan Praline Blondies. These fancy things require some planning ahead: you have to make candied pecans (the recipes calls for a microwave, but my stovetop worked just fine), and the browned "butter" needs a few hours in the fridge to solidify. This time I used a Self-Rising Flour Blend from Living Without magazine, a mix of sorghum, rice, and tapioca flour with xanthan gum and baking powder. Gluten-free baking tends to be dense, so I figured the extra leavening wouldn't hurt. The batter was thinner, with a consistency that seemed just about right for brownies. Unfortunately, after 40 minutes in the oven the edges of the batter were dark brown while the center still jiggled. I thought maybe the brownies would firm up overnight, but the next day they were still sticky and uncooked and had to be thrown away. Maybe the flour mixture was wrong for this recipe, or maybe it required more time in the oven at a lower temperature. Not all gluten-free flour blends are created equal, and in this case my misguided choice ruined an afternoon's baking.
Though I had a freezer full of peanut butter blondies and a trashcan full of pecan goo, there was still one more recipe I wanted to try: German Chocolate Brownies. They were a good candidate for de-glutenizing, since the recipe called for one cup of coconut flour, one and a half of cocoa powder, and only one cup of all-purpose flour. This time, I used a version of Karina Allrich's Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix, a blend of brown rice and quinoa flours, cornstarch, and xanthan gum.
The brownies turned out incredibly rich and almost as dense as fudge (there's no leavening agent, so I assume this was intentional, and not the fault of my flour). They're deep, dark chocolate with a hint of cinnamon. The topping, made with coconut milk, margarine, shredded coconut, and toasted pecans, is easy to whip up and hard to resist. I could have eaten it all with a spoon, but I dutifully spread it across the brownies. After a few hours, these cut into squares easily.
These recipes are just a sample of what you'll find in Hannah's ebook. She takes the concept of brownie in a dozen directions, using everything from lemon to salted caramel to avocado. The recipes are easy to follow and accompanied by yummy photos. If you're baking gluten-free, experiment with flour blends; you'll find that some of the recipes are more conducive to adaptation than others.
If you're craving something rich and sweet, give Hannah's new collection of Brownies and Blondies a try!


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We're obviously denim-crazed, but we have a similar passion for shoes. When the two combine? Perfection. Well guys, the good news this independence day is that we've rounded up our favorite denim shoes for you to try. These kicks are the style-secret of the summer and we're letting it out! Whether you're off to the office or kicking it on the beach, you'll love these picks from brands like Nike, Levi's, C1rca, Rivieras, Lugz and Armando Cabral. By pairing the denim with accents like leather, studs, and fraying, this look is hard to resist, but it does come with a warning: jealousy and (in extreme cases) theft from your significant other is very likely.
1. Rivieras 20? Denim Espadrilles ($99) — buy it at United Arrows.
2. C1rca 99 Vulc Skate Shoes Brown/Denims ($85) – buy it at The House.
3. Levis Denim Boat Shoe (on sale $35) — buy it at Jimmy Jazz.
4. Lugz Men's Strider Casual Shoe ($45) — buy it at Finish Line.
5. Nike 6.0 Dunk High "Sad Autumn" (not yet released).
6. Armando Cabral (available later this year).
—Elyssa Linden
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By PHIL FAUVERGuest Writer
There were wall to wall Republicans at the Museum of the San Rafael Feb. 28, each anxious to discuss issues with the candidates for governor, Congress and the county commission.
Eight candidates for the office of Utah governor, along with three congressional candidates were represented.
The assembly was greeted by Bill Dellos, Emery County Republican Party Chairman, after which a flag ceremony and pledge of allegiance led by Taylor Tanner of The Boy Scouts of America, Troop 305, from Orangeville was conducted. Following the flag ceremony and pledge, the National Anthem was sung by Natalie Blackwell and audience. For entertainment Kent Petersen favored the group with two renditions of Cowboy Poetry. One of which was " We live on a big reservation and they put all the cows in the zoo." Community Theater presented a musical Number "It's A Hard Knock Life" performed by the Orphans from the play Annie. Story Book was Sung by Megan Rogers, Miss Emery County.
After the entertainment, Bill Dellos introduced the guests and candidates. Although President George W. Bush was not there, he sent along a short video presenting his views on the War on Terrorism, the economy and other issues. Dellos asked the candidates to confine their remarks to what they could do for the state of Utah and Emery County.
The first political candidate to speak was Drew Sitterud. He told the group that the last four years have been a learning experience and now he feels very prepared to help Emery County move forward into the future. He also commented on three companies interested in locating in Emery County. One of those company's is looking at Emery County as a place to locate. This company makes electronic wire ends for aircraft. Pacific Corp (Utah Power and Light) is assisting in encouraging this company to locate in Emery County.
Among the candidates for governor, Jim Hansen was given the first opportunity to speak. He has been serving people in various political offices for 43 years.Twenty two of those years were in Congress.He commented on how much he appreciated working with Emery County Commissioners on public land issues. Too many legislators, people who have never been West of the Mississippi, introduce bills to lock up the public lands in Utah or to drain Lake Powell. He was able to help make it possible to get 1,300 acres in Snow Basin to help the winter Olympics. Other countries want to buy our land. Other states have sold their land to countries like Japan. The Wilcox Ranch in the Book Cliffs sold for $8.2 million. That unlocked over 100,000 acres for access by the public. Jim Hansen believes because of his experience he is the best candidate for governor and if elected will give it his very best.
Parley Hellewell, candidate for governor, said he understands rural Utah and the issues. The governor is the leader of the state and the party. We need better leadership. We need to lower taxes. Over the past decade, taxes have gone up and government has gotten bigger, because we haven't had a governor that really believes in what our party platform says. Hellewell is very impressed with President Bush because of his faith and leadership. He said, "We need a governor that will defend our rights and stand up for the things that are important to us and the things we believe in. As your governor I will do that. I will represent rural Utah. I understand the land issues."
Gary Herbert, candidate for governor, is currently serving as Utah County's Commissioner. Utah County has the lowest cost county government in the state of Utah and the second lowest property tax rate. "I have helped to accomplish this. "I have recently been a member of the Utah Association of Counties and as such have traveled to all the counties in the state working for local county officials.There have been too many mandates from the federal government and the state government that require local officials to try to make work mandates that were written by people that do not understand rural Utah. I would use a grass roots approach to government that is more cooperative more open to getting rid of waste and creating efficiencies in government," said Hellewell. His priorities are to make state government live within the budget. The state budget has grown over the last 13 years, from $3.5 billion to more than $8 billion. Following the example of Ronald Reagan, we need to review the state budget and find out which programs we can eliminate.
"We need to review the rules and regulations and eliminate those that stifle a lot of business opportunities in our state. To have a good economy, we need people with a good education with usable skills. To have a good economy we need a good infrastructure such as good roads and transportation. To help the economy we need to get the government off the backs off our land and out of the wallet of the people of Utah. Seventy percent of Utah is owned by the federal government," Hellewell said.
Governor candidate Jon Huntsman Jr.'s representative was Steve Asay whose father came from Cleveland and mother-in-law from Elmo. He pointed out that Jon Huntsman will listen to you and your needs in rural Utah. His number one issue is jobs, jobs, jobs and those jobs have to come to Emery County. They can't stop on the Wasatch Front. If state resources can be used to put companies that hire people in Emery County so that Emery High School graduates do not need to pack up and find employment elsewhere, we need to do that. Public land issues are other important issues that he wants to protect for the use of Utahns, so our land can have multiple uses. We need to do more about education so that the boys and girls in Emery County get the best education possible.
"Remember this, Jon Huntsman Jr. will come to Emery County, he will listen to you and find out what you need from the governor's office. He wants the opportunity to serve and that is what this campaign is all about," said Asay.
Candidate for governor Nolan Karras listed his three concepts. 1-Go find someone that knows me quite well to find out what I stand for. 2-Clean up our system of government. We need to preserve our way of life and get the government off of our backs. 3-Recently the family has come under attack. "As governor, I would do what I can to protect the family, the basic unit of society. I want to serve the people of Utah," Karras said.
He is a certified public accountant, an investment advisor and an insurance finance administrator for Beneficial Life. He was the chairman of the financial committee for the Olympic Committee. He believes Utah needs a governor that has a financial background. He wants to make the government accountable to the people of Utah. He would like to see Utah have a five year financial plan instead of year to year financial non-plan. Education and health are also very important issues. Under education kids today do not get the educational skills needed to go into the work place and earn a living wage. "I fear for our kids because the world is becoming more and more complicated and without the necessary skills they will not be able to sustain life. Economic development is absolutely critical to rural Utah," said Karras.
Fred Lampropoulos, also a candidate for governor. "From a Democrat point of view let's talk about the budget and let's talk about the growth of government. The state of Utah's budget has grown in excess of 6 percent every year, over the past decade or so. Essentially doubling the size of our state budget. If I were a Democrat I would say, 'How is that possible in a Republican administration?' In the last 12 years, we have gone from spending $380 million per year to $1.8 billion (dollars part of that was for I-15). The democrats will use these issues against us." said Lampropoulos.
"Let's talk about the budgeting with a budget based on income and other areas. As your governor, I would legislatively put a cap on how much money we spend. We do not have to tear families apart through lay offs because you spent too much money. If you spend 50 percent more than you make, what is going to happen? But that is how we do budgeting in the Republican administration for almost the last 20 years. That is absolutely where the Democrats will come after the Republicans.
"As an outsider, someone who has run a business in the private sector for the past 30 years, I have always had to be profitable. In the medical company which I am chairman of (Merit Medical), we have grown statistically for the past 17 years and we have never had a down year. Were we lucky? No. Were we fortunate? Yes. But we know how to budget and make things happen. We know how to restrain ourselves. In Merit Medical which I own, we have 1,300 employees. We have recently expanded warehouse space and will add 500 new jobs. We need to compare economic development to education. Our children are over educated and underskilled. We have not properly aligned education to the job market. We need to do this. I have never had a major college president or applied technology college president come to me to ask what I need in the way of workers. Ronald Reagan said, "No government has ever voluntarily reduced its size." The Democrats are going to come after us on the above issues and we need someone who has an answer and a plan," said Lampropoulos.
Marty Stephens, candidate for governor said, "Go back with me to 1787 to when the writers of the constitution, put forth a preamble, 'We the people of the United States in order to provide a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for a common defense and provide for the general welfare and secure to ourselves the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity. We hereby ordain and establish this constitution for the United States of America.' The next governor of this state should recognize his or her primary responsibility is to secure those blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity. The underlying principle represented by this, is that government cannot solve all of societies problems. We can choose to have freedom and be individually responsible or we can rely on government to provide for us. Government will take those freedoms away through higher taxes and more government rules and regulations. The next governor of this state should recognize that sometimes the best thing to do is to do nothing.
"Economic development is a high priority we need high quality, high paying jobs statewide not just on the Wasatch Front. We need a quality public education system that has accountability that is adequately funded and provides parental choice," said Stephens.
Mark Shurtleff auctioned off the beautiful framed painting of Lincoln praying in the woods. Eric Anderson of Emery paid $500 for the painting.
State Attorney General Mark Shurtleff said, "Coming to Emery County is like stepping back in time. Seeing cows and calves in the fields. This year is the 150th year of the Republican Party. One hundred fifty years ago, this country was being torn apart over the question of slavery. States rights were also involved. The Republican Party's preamble said that all men are created equal and that it is not right that one man should own another. It came to a head when the US Supreme Court, in 1857, in the Dred Scott Decision, after a 10 year struggle the case, went to the highest court in the land and that court decided that a black man is not a man. Abraham Lincoln took on the challenge of slavery and the people of the nation rallied around him and the Republican Party. Compare that decision to what is happening in our courts today with regards to the controversy over gay and lesbian couples desire to be married. Think about what is going on right now in our society. The state of Connecticut has decided that people in that state do not want homosexuals to be role models for their sons. If they are public employees they cannot donate from their pay check to the Boy Scouts of America. The Boy Scouts of America are producing the future leaders of this country. It is the greatest patriotic organization that helps crime prevention. I have enjoyed being your attorney general. I appreciate your support."
For the congressional candidates, Tim Bridgewater felt that he had a good chance to win over Matheson because of his connections to George Bush. He helped worked in Washington on the Bush campaign. John Swallow was represented by Debbie Huckstep and David Ross. David Wilde also believes he can win the election over Matheson.
"John has a track record from the last election and lost by only a few votes. This time he believes he is better funded to wage a much stronger campaign against Matheson," said Ross.


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I am a husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. I believe in sharing my talents and experiences by giving back to the community by giving my time to coaching, church and especially to the disability community. I truly believe that all men and women are created equally.
Transition Process to Community Based Employment
We have started the transition process (something that is not offered by many of the voucher schools or guaranteed under the special needs voucher) for assisting my son Tyler with achieving his employment goal of community based, competitive wage employment. We met with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) late in the school year and in the last week; we have met with a supported employment agency that will assist the school with creating some job experiences. What impressed my wife when we were scheduling the meeting is that DVR insisted that Tyler be a part of the process, not his parents making the decision for him. Since this is a plan for the individual, it is vitaly important that they are present and part of the process.
Having talked with many families about their DVR experiences, I thought that I would help explain the process as we go along. I think that in some cases DVR is a misunderstood service. One thing to remember, at this point, DVR is not the agency that is going to assist individuals in finding employment. While DVR has created a business development aspect to their profile, other than the individuals and their supports, the supported employment agency is the one who helps find those work experiences. DVR helps to fund the supported employment agency services. If you are not happy with the supports that you are receiving, you can request to work with a different supported employment agency. I realize that not every area of the State may have more than one choice, but I strongly encourage you to work with your DVR counselor in order to achieve your employment goal, not the goal which may easier for others to help you to obtain. You don't have to settle by focusing on your 5th choice of careers, be persistent and focus on what you want to do.
It was a lengthy interview process between Tyler, his parents, DVR and the supported employment agency. But in the long run, it is going to be well worth it. We talked about Tyler's strengthens and weaknesses. Being an advocate, my work with the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities and trainings through my employer, my wife and I are well versed on the process. I think that one of the last questions really defines what type of work experiences Tyler is going to have the opportunity to participate in. My wife are strong believers in community based, competitive wage employment opportunities. I know that DVR believes in the same. This was actually an easy question for us to answer, Tyler included. Tyler wants to work in his community, integrated with his peers that he goes to High School with, integrated with the student body.
It was a really good week for community based employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The US House passed the Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act, already passed by the Senate. The State of Maryland is ending contracts with facility based or sheltered workshops.
Earlier this year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid issued some guidance on Home and Community Based Servies Waiver (HCBS), which states that the first option for employment should be in the community.
So the timing is right for Tyler to achieve his goal of community based employment at competitive wages, not sub-minimum wage.
I will keep you posted as to the progress and process as we move along.
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Tales of the Unexpected
Aspects of contemporary Australian art
Introduction | Foreword | Essay | Works | Gallery
Rosemary Laing | Anne Wallace | Lyndell Brown and Charles Green | Kate Beynon | Sally Smart | Robert Boynes
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Lyndell Brown and Charles Green
The story of castaways of the Western world, survivors of the shipwreck of modernity who, like the heroes of Verne and Stevenson, one day reach a mysterious deserted island, whose mystery is the inexorable lack of mystery, of truth that is to say. Whereas the Odyssey of Ulysses was a physical phenomenon, I filmed a spiritual odyssey: the eye of the camera watching these characters in search of Homer replaces that of the gods watching over Ulysses and his companions.
Jean-Luc Godard1
The inward life tells us that we are multiple not single, that our one existence is really countless existences holding hands . . . never coming to an end.2
Lyndell Brown and Charles Green invoke illusory worlds in their art that blur the boundaries between fact and fiction, past and present, active engagement and meditative states of being. Their art involves the re-creation and layering of images from different contexts and timeframes – all drawn from their encounters with museums and research centres; from books, journals, postcards and electronic media – to create new composite realities. The flow of ideas across early and new media is heightened by their repeated references to the treasure-troves of books and to the multiple references 'nesting' in each work.
The dream-like qualities and unexpected correspondences within their works relate to cultural memory, to memory as archive, and to reclaiming the ghosts of the past. The artists' collaboration, which began in the late 1980s, has involved the sharing of ideas and the blurring of the individual hand and personal identity. As Lyndell Brown notes, it was as if somehow in the process a third hand was able to emerge which in turn connected with those of previous generations.
The nervous system 1995
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After having abandoned painting for a time around the mid-1990s, Brown and Green returned to the process of meticulously reworking images as they had done in their visually and conceptually layered work, The nervous system 1995. Here, their trompe l'oeil representation of a book – an 18th-century medical text they had collected – lies open at a diagram of the central nervous system alongside an old piazza in Italy. The book floats over an aerial view of contemporary Melbourne, looking across the city towards Williamstown and Port Phillip Bay at dusk. A few years later, at the beginning of the 21st century, the artists again re-created 'forgotten works', often placing them in Melbourne or Sydney.
The significant new dimension in Brown and Green's artistic process has been to photograph their paintings, which are then printed from high resolution scans, without digital manipulation, onto transparent Duraclear film. These reinventions appear quite magical, like giant lantern slides. Their luminosity, transparency and drop-shadows across walls render them at once luminous and ghostly. The initial painting process involves subtle shifts in the interpretation of the archival sources, and this enables the intimacy of a sensual connection, which remains embedded in the transparencies. The process of photographing the paintings brings an additional unifying effect, accentuating an entrancing, theatrical other-worldliness.
This is apparent in the hauntingly beautiful Duraclear photograph, Sleep 2 2000–01. The predominant image is of two reclining Japanese women swathed in delicately patterned fabric. It is derived from a photograph taken by Felice Beato in his studio in Yokohama in Japan in the 19th century. Charles Green notes that Beato was the first foreign photographer to produce folios of views in Japan. Further, part of what is so intriguing about the image is the way it has been carefully, deliberately constructed. As Green points out: 'This is obviously a simulation of sleep since the sisters are posed in Beato's brightly lit studio, but we are alerted to the subject by the props – the lantern and the pipe nearby. They have become Madame Butterfly stand-ins.' The 'sleeping' women are set against the mystical blue of Sydney Harbour just before nightfall. This adds to the theatricality of the whole, suffused with the ambience of a dream in which fantastic images from different places and times coexist.
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Floating in the sky of Sleep 2 is a trompe l'oeil book, opened at a page illustrating one of Yves Klein's famous performances, his first Anthropometrie, in which a woman smeared in blue paint is the active protagonist, creating an art work with her naked body. This image is also at the centre of another work, Psyche 2000–01. Here, she is set against a fragment of a Claude Lorrain painting of Psyche, in the National Gallery in London. This Duraclear is clearly focused on the representation of contradictory states – of active engagement and contemplation – and this was the criteria in the selection of imagery. The notion of specific imagery overlapping and unfolding not only within each work but from one work to another – the concept of the dynamogram that the artists have located in iconologist Aby Warburg's late writing – suggests the profound continuity of experience implicit in Brown and Green's art.
In Ghost 2000–01 the open book that floats in front of the same Klein performance includes re-creations of Edvard Munch's photographs – a self-portrait and a portrait of Rosa Meissner at the Hotel Rohne in Warnemünde, Germany, 1907, in which the model stands alongside a luminous apparition. On the facing page, the image is obscured by shadow. Although Munch stated in his famous aphorism, 'The camera cannot compete with the brush or palette so long as it cannot be used in heaven or hell', he did make use of photography throughout his career. For him, photography was essentially 'a medium of meditation' in which time was never fleeting but flowed through his photographs. They were images in which the real and the illusory often appear to inhabit the same space.
Ghost 2000-01
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Brown and Green's art reinvents such illusions and phantoms. Their particular form of conjuring involves the retrieval of iconic or lost images, setting up 'streams of analogy, like cultural matrixes'. The integration of analogous images in their art may be likened to pre-modern cabinets of curiosity, open to continuous reinvention. The archives that inform their works are also integral to the contemporary world of real and virtual travel, of exchanges across geographical boundaries. The illusion in their art is as much to do with the crossover of media as with the creation of spaces for contemplation, in a spirit of continuous collaboration and conversation. As Lyndell Brown says, 'It is almost like this huge village of artists has created us. It feels to us as if we are part of a city of voices, all talking to each other.'
1Jean-Luc Godard, Godard on Godard, Tom Milne trans., Da Capo Press, New York, 1972, pp. 200–01.
2Jeanette Winterson, Sexing the Cherry, Bloomsbury Publishing, London, 1992, p. 149.
The artists acknowledge the assistance of Parks Victoria, Arts Victoria, the University of Melbourne, and the University of New South Wales.
Selected futher reading
Greenstein, M.A. 'Greetings C.G. & L.B.!' in Indicium: Identity in Australian Contemporary Photomedia (ex. cat.), eds. Lyndell Wischer and Wan-Jae Lee, Penrith Regional Gallery & the Lewers Bequest, Emu Plains, NSW, 2001
Hoorn, Jeanette The desiring phantom: contemplating the art of Lyndell Brown and Charles Green Art and Australia, vol.35, no3, 1998, pp.374–81
Miller, Alex Sanctuary - and other island fables (Lyndell Brown, Charles Green & Patrick Pound, ex. cat.), Herring Island, Parks Victoria Gallery, Melbourne, 2002
Papastergiadis, Nikos Towards a theory of everything (Lyndell Brown, Charles Green & Patrick Pound, ex. cat.), Australian Centre for Photography, Sydney, 1999


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Every culture has its fairy tales to teach and entertain, but you may be surprised to learn how the themes of these stories transcend borders. Take our quiz to see how much you know about tales from nations near and far.
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The 2013 film "Frozen" is based on a story by this fairy tale master.
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The adventures of Anna and Elsa in a little film called "Frozen" are based on a 19th-century tale by Hans Christian Andersen called "The Snow Queen."
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What is the name of the young girl in "The Snow Queen"?
The Danish tales focuses on the lives of a young girl named Gerda and her best friend, a boy named Kay.
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True or false: In the original "Cinderella" fairy tale, the wicked stepsisters finally get what they deserve for their bad behavior.
In the fairy tale that inspired the much kid-friendlier Disney classic, the stepsisters chop off portions of their own feet to fit the glass slipper and eventually have their eyes pecked out by pigeons.
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In what country did the story of Cinderella originate?
"Cinderella" is a German story written by the Brothers Grimm during the mid-19th century.
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What was Sleeping Beauty's name in the fairy tale version of the story?
The early version of the Sleeping Beauty story originated with Basile of Naples in 17th century Italy. The sleepy princess in the tale was named Talia.
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In the story, the prince heroically tracks down the sleeping princess, then rapes her. She eventually gives birth to twins, who wake her from her slumber by sucking a splinter out of her finger.
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Question 12 of 30
Where do the 40 thieves hide when trying to trick Ali Baba?
piles of hay
oil jars
The thieves hide in oil jars, where they are killed when Morgiana pours hot oil into the jars.
Question 13 of 30
How many voyages does Sinbad undertake?
Sinbad, or Sindbad the Sailor, must complete seven dangerous voyages in Basra, or modern Iraq.
Question 14 of 30
What classic fairy tale was written by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont?
"Beauty and the Beast"
Beaumont wrote "Beauty and the Beast" in the 18th century. The story is similar to modern versions of the tale, except in the story, Beauty has two sisters who get turned into stone thanks to their wicked ways.
"Snow White"
Question 15 of 30
What grew into the tiny girl Thumbelina?
magic beans
barley seed
In the Danish fairy tale, an old witch gives Thumbelina's mother a barley seed, which eventually grows to form a tiny girl.
Question 16 of 30
Who wrote "The Little Mermaid"?
Brothers Grimm
Hans Christian Andersen
This 19th century tale comes from Danish fairy tale master Hans Christian Andersen.
Basile of Naples
Question 17 of 30
True or false: The Little Mermaid marries the prince in the fairy tale version of the story.
Sorry, Disney. In the fairy tale, the prince marries someone else, and the poor mermaid is turned into sea foam.
Question 18 of 30
How do Hansel and Gretel kill the witch?
hit her with a chair
bury her alive
burn her in the oven
Hansel and Gretel trick the witch to get her into the oven, then cook her so they can escape (to the parents that abandoned them in the woods).
Question 19 of 30
What creature had entirely too much leisure time compared to the hardworking ants?
In Aesop's tale "The Ant and the Grasshopper," the ants work hard to prepare for winter, while the grasshopper fails to stock up for the coming cold weather.
Question 20 of 30
What country were Asbjornsen and Moe from?
Asbjornsen and Moe were the Brothers Grimm of Norway, who compiled classic Scandinavian fairy tales in the 19th century.
Question 21 of 30
Where did the tale of "Cannatella" originate?
Italian Giambattista Basile penned this 17th-century tale of the princess who was destined to wed a man with golden hair and teeth.
Question 22 of 30
Which of the following was NOT one of the "Bremen Town Musicians"?
In this tale by the Brothers Grimm, a cat, hound, rooster and donkey travel to Bremen Town to find careers as musicians.
Question 23 of 30
What country has tales centered around a sea ghost named Draugen?
Many Norwegian stories focus on either Draugen the sea ghost or his inland counterpart, Nixie the river sprite.
South Africa
Question 24 of 30
What creature eats Tom Thumb in the classic fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm?
Tom Thumb ends up inside of a wolf but is rescued when his father cuts the wolf open to free him.
Question 25 of 30
True or false: In the Brothers Grimm version of "Snow White," the dwarves have no names.
In the German fairy tale, the dwarves are unnamed. The silly names they are associated with today are strictly a Disney creation.
Question 26 of 30
What happens to the wicked queen in the "Snow White" fairy tale?
shot by an arrow
dances to death
The wicked queen in the story is invited to Snow White's wedding, where she is forced to dance to death in hot iron shoes.
eaten by wolves
Question 27 of 30
What are "The Emperor's New Clothes" made of?
chain mail
In this Hans Christian Andersen tale, a gullible emperor parades naked through town after being swindled into buying invisible clothes.
Question 28 of 30
True or false: In the Brothers Grimm story, Rapunzel pulls her prince into the tower, and they live happily ever after.
The Grimm version of the story is much grimmer. Rapunzel is cast out into the desert, where she gives birth to twins. The prince ends up blind and must wander the desert for years to track down his family.
Question 29 of 30
What country did "The Bear Prince" originate in?
In this Mexican fairy tale, a young girl agrees to marry a bear in order to save the lives of her family.
Question 30 of 30
What kills the frog-woman in a traditional Spanish fairy tale?
chicken bones
After turning chicken bones into gold, the frog-woman is killed when a flying chicken bone hits her in the head.
venomous snake
pack of wolves


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Senior Student Projects
by gwilson on Apr.22, 2009, under Uncategorized
Each Biology and BIMS major takes a senior capstone course in which they are tasked with conducting, analyzing, and reporting on a research project of their own design. This spring, the Senior Biology students are presenting posters of their research projects on Monday, April 27th from 2:30 to 4:30pm. The posters will be displayed on the wall outside of S115.
There is a variety of projects ranging from ecological studies to projects focused on biomedical research. Dr. D is overseeing projects that center on studies of cancer cell growth when treated with various supplements that advertise anti-cancer properties.
The following biomedical research projects will be presented by students for their finale reports:
"Effects of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on the MDA-MB-231 Breast Cancer Cell Line"
"Effects of Resvesterol on the Human Breast Cancer Cell Line, MDA-MB-231"
"Effects of Green Tea Extract on the growth of MDA-MB-321, a Human Breast Cancer Cell Line with Invasive Properties"
The poster session will be held in the Finch-Gray Science Center on Monday, April 27th. Please feel free to stop by at any time between 2:30-4:30pm, as the students will be available to discuss their projects and their findings.


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have an X60, running Windows XP.
I can extend the desktop fine by going to Control Panel/display etc.
But I don't want to have to open three windows and have to click several times with my cursor every time I want to do this.
When I go to Presentation Director and add a scheme to my Fn+F7 choices to extend the desktop onto my external monitor, and try to apply it or test the scheme, I get the message, "Your computer is not attached to an external monitor or projector. Attach one and then select this scheme again."
I've tried unplugging and replugging, having all different schemes up when I try to apply or test the scheme this keeps happening. I also downloaded what I believe to be the latest version of Presentation Director from this site.
Like I said, extending the desktop works fine from Control Panel/Display. Also, pretty much every other scheme seems to work from Presentation Director or Fn+F7 -- having the desktop duplicated, having the external monitor be the primary one, having different resolutions all have been preset as schemes and they toggle fine. It's when I try to add the one scheme I want that I get this erroneous message.
thanks for your help, this is a really irksome bug.
I'v had this problem for over a month. No one knows how to seems to fix it.


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Featuring Watercolors of Larry Ziemer, plus other artists
WildCountry opened its doors over 36 years ago. We are family owned and operated. We take pride in the gear we stock, and the services we offer. At WildCountry, our motto is: "If we don't have it, we'll do everything we can to get it." Stop by and you'll find a great selection from many of our key vendors such as The North Face, Mountain Hardwear,Patagonia, Columbia, Keen, Garmont, Merrell, K2, Volkl, Burton, Woolrich, Aqua Lung and Aeris, just to name a few. Our staff is well versed and factory trained in the gear we promote.
Established in 1890, this family owned business offers fine jewelry, watches, new & antique clocks, diamonds, colored stone jewelry, watch & jewelry repair and custom designing. Watkin's is an expert clock repair shop, specializing in antiques. They can also rebuild grandfather and mantel clocks.
Gifts, decorative accessories, jewelry, candy - life's simple pleasures
This beautiful 10,000-sqare-foot building has been restored to its twentieth-century rail depot grandeur, and now houses antique dealers selling their treasures.
Decatur's most trusted jeweler since 1957.
Uptown Normal has undergone a renaissance, with a recent overhaul of the area that included new streets and sidewalks, plus the addition of the Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. Charming restaurants and shops populate Uptown Normal, including Babbitt's Books, which offers hard-to-find rare antique books.
This fabulous flower shop also offers gift ideas and florals for any occasion. silk flowers, furniture, pictures and more!
School band, trial rentals, sales, repairs.
The Shoppes at College Hills is an open-air lifestyle center anchored by Von Maur, Gordman's, Hobby Lobby and Target. The exciting blend of retailers and restaurants includes more than 25 specialty stores like Coldwater Creek, Chico's, J. Jill, Ann Taylor Loft, Jos. A. Bank, Flat Top Grill, Coldstone Creamery and much more. The inviting landscaped outdoor environment creates a shopping experience second to none. Our state of the art water feature adds to the ambiance of the center. Other amenities include street lighting, seating areas, children's play area and outdoor dining.
The Loft features all sorts of adorable gifts, whatever the occasion. From their assortment of picture frames, candles, and baby items to gourmet coffee, dips and desserts, you won't want to miss shopping here! Come thirsty! the Loft also features a vast assortment of coffees, smoothies, iced lattes and more.
Located in the residence of local artist Frannie Thompson, this shop features all types of handmade creations. Her fine assortment of fused glass and beads, paintings, jewelry, sewing and purses awaits you.
The Garlic Press strives to provide their customers with the most unique and distinctive products of the highest quality. As the store has grown, so has the variety of products they offer. From the finest imported food products to hand-made clothing, they've created a one-of-a-kind store. The Garlic Press Market Café offers a unique and distinctive menu, which features seasonal, locally grown and organic ingredients.
The Decanter Fine Wine & Spirits is a retail shop located in downtown Decatur offering over 500 wines as well as craft beers, spirits and gift accessories.
The Chocolatier is a local candy shop offering a wide range of products they create in store and a variety of your favorite bulk candies.
A quality men's clothier.
-trophies -plaques -signs -office accesories
This unique shop is full of Merle Norman Cosmetics, exquisite jewelery, clothes, and many different kinds of nicknacks. Come in and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and hospitality shown in this delightful shop.
We specialize in Americana, limited edition prints, custom framing, primitive antiques, gifts and decor. We are located in a 1906 vintage church.
Spring Street Antiques is located in the town square of Mt. Pulaski. Offering the customers an interesting place to shop and a fun-filled time for any person interested in antiques, Spring Street should be your next stop.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
Welcome to Solid Gold Jewelers. Their goal is to offer friendly and professional advice about the choice, purchase, and maintenance of your jewelry items.
General antiques, collectibles, lighting, restoration and repair. Call for appointment.
Shockwaves Skateboards started in 1992 as Bloomington-Normal's only skateboard shop. From inception, the goal has always been to provide the finest pro-quality equipment and service. They also stock skateboard clothing, shoes, and other related merchandise. In addition, they only offer the best shoes from companies such as es, DC shoes, and Emerica.
Offering great hand-made items with quality, this store offers a little piece of homemade heaven. They also offer custom framing and sewing supplies and are located directly on the square in Lincoln.
The Salvation Army offers a wide variety of below-cost items. From dining ware to clothing, a person is able to find anything they need.
Offering a selection of vintage Items, antiques, furniture, and unique old collectibles. Located on the west side of the square in downtown Mount Pulaski.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
Located right off I-55 they offer a wide variety of discounted candies and they also sell fudge and ice cream. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Russel Stovers.
The Ropp Jersey Cheese processing facility in north Normal is owned and operated by a family of 6th generation McLean County dairy farmers. The facility produces cheese curds as well as artisan cheddars, colbys and other cheeses. The Ropp family opened this facility to help promote agriculture as a vital industry to American life. For tour information, please call or visit the website.
Attractions inside the farm include: The Pumpkin Blossom Café and Gift Shoppe, Harvest Brew coffee shop, picnic area and a variety of produce. Activity admission includes access to a jumping pillow, school house education barn, little toddler village, giant mountain slide, climbing straw castle, corny bins, cattle chute jump, rodeo roundup, big digger sandbox, family hayrack rides, train rides for kids, farm animals and live music. A key part of our mission at Rader Family Farms is to educate while we entertain. Field trips and tours are available.
Quilters Delight offers fabrics, batting, sewing notions, needles, threads, books, patterns, heritage lace curtains, classes and much more.
The unique shop of Prairie Years offers an eclectic variety of items so that every shopper finds something that they will like. Come and view a great selection of gifts and purchases that will leave you asking yourself, "When can I come back?!"
This shop offers a variety of unique antiques,art, and decorative material with home and office design consultation available. Also offered is furniture restoring and refinishing service. Stop by or call for an appointment.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
Since its inception in 2002, Prairie Fire Glass has delighted visitors with the mesmerizing art of traditional glassblowing. Featuring a gallery in the front of the store and a working studio in the back, you can peruse original art glass creations while enjoying live glassblowing demonstrations.
Pink shutter is a great place to get great finds. They offer a wide variety of home decor, clothing, glassware, and other essentials all at a discounted price. You're sure to find something you like.
Pasta Alley is a small business which employs adults with developmental disabilities in Decatur, IL. As many as 25 individuals currently help with the production process including the mixing, packaging, and labeling of our unique and flavorful pastas, soups, breads, and sauces. We carry 20 flavors of fettuccine and linguine: garlic and herb, sun-dried tomato basil, habanero, spinach, lemon pepper, sweet basil champagne, and many more. We carry five flavors of angel hair, four flavors of whole wheat, seven flavors of glutenfree, ten different sauce flavors, 15 different soups and breads, and eight different dipping oils
This store is located on the Lincoln Square. It is a great place to find clothing, glassware, furniture and other things you might need for your home. Have a great shopping experience on the square at New Beginnings.
Never Forgotten Thymes Antiques
A wide variety of treasures for you - antiques, collectibles, jewelry, and furniture are just some of the fun items awaiting your inspection!
This market sells fresh local produce.
This family-owned business is located in the residential Hillcrest subdivision. They specialize in extremely scented, hand-poured soy candles, pillars and melts, and handmade bath and body products that incorporate skin nourishing natural oils, butters and extracts.
A locally owned business specialized in fine jewelry. Conveniently located in Downtown Lincoln, just off the courthouse square. Affordable prices and great pieces.
This local thrift store, conveniently located on the square in Downtown Lincoln, offers a wide selection of items. They have anything and everything you might need, including books, clothing, furniture, toys, and glassware.
This roadside spot sells in-season fruits and vegetables.
Nestled between East Main and Prairie Avenue, historic Merchant Street blends the charm of the past with today's trends. Browse the quaint neighborhood shops lining the tree-lined street for everything from women's clothing and accessories, to home decor and specialty foods. Shopping on Merchant Street in Downtown Decatur offers the ultimate boutique adventure.
Quality antiques and collectibles at realistic prices: furniture, primitives, advertising, pottery, vintage toys, tools, jewelry, books, glassware and more.
Mary Todd's Hallmark Gifts and More
A great place to pick up gifts and souvenirs. They offer a wide selection of gift cards, figurines, books and more. Stop by today to take a look at what Mary Todd's has to offer, on the square in Downtown Lincoln.
Spanning six rolling acres on bluffs overlooking the Sangamon River Walk, Mari-Mann Herb Farm is a potpourri of herb beds, wildflower fields and formal gardens.
Antique glassware, pottery, and furniture - Collectibles, Chinaware from England.
CITY:Farmer City
Established in April of 2008, Main Gallery 404 provides downtown location for many local artists to display and sell fine artwork and gifts. The Bloomington-Normal area is rich with talented artists. MG 404 gives these artists the much needed opportunity to make his or her work visible
-quilt fabric -notion patterns -books -gifts
This open-air market provides a great opportunity to buy local produce, baked goods, flowers and more. The market runs from May 1 to the end of October on Saturdays and Wednesdays at Scully Park Downtown Lincoln.
You won't want to miss the ever-changing collection of must-have items offered at LaTeaDa. Their gift shop features gourmet foods, teas, teapots and tea sets, home decor, jewelry, purses and accessories, books, ornaments, and more. Stay for lunch, or just come to shop!
Stop into this great thrift store where you can find many bargains and new merchandise as well.
The Hickory Point Mall offers shopping at many great stores including Bergner's, Kohl's, Von Maur and The Limited. Enjoy dining in the food court and at popular adjacent restaurants such as Applebee's, Red Lobster and Texas Roadhouse plus catch a movie at the Hickory Point 12.
Filled with antiques, collectibles, rockabilly art, books, photos, toys and hats, this trading post has something for everyone! Across from the Palms Grill!
A tradition in Clinton since 1918, it remains today as a symbol of the way things used to be -- tin ceiling and walls, wood floor, quality service.
This retail location offers Hallmark cards and products, gifts, office supplies, office equipment and furniture. Stop in to shop their quality merchandise and receive exceptional customer service.
Serving Decatur's furniture needs for over 40 years.
Giggles is a wacky and fun gift and card shop. Located on Merchant Street in downtown Decatur, Giggles has a little something for everyone. What makes Giggles stand out from the rest is their ability to personalize just about everything.
Pet supplies and treats for your furry little friends. Stop in at this shop that celebrates our four-pawed friends.
Flower Corner & Country Church Craft Mall
A full-service florist specializing in weddings. The Flower Corner invites you to call and set up an appointment to speak with one of their designers for your special day! They also carry a large assortment of crafts, candles, quilts, pictures, wooden signs, and furniture.
Firehouse Flea Market & Antiques
We have a wide variety of items including glassware, pyrex, VCR tapes, DVD's, CD's, lamps, Fenton glass, jewelry, vintage clothing, books, small furniture & knick-knacks. We have something for everyone!
Find secondhand items here, including new and gently used clothing of all sizes, housewares, furniture, athletic items, toys, home decor, craft items, purses, shoes and so much more. All proceeds raised by Encore Thrift Store got to support services for adults with disabilities.
Featuring food, shopping and entertainment, Eastland Mall is the family friendly center that is sure to please everyone with a wide variety of stores and activities. We know you will find great shopping at stores like Kohls, American Eagle, Macy's, Hollister, Justice, Limited, Rogers & Hollands, Talbot's, Victoria's Secret and more.
The McLean County Courthouse, capped by a stately dome, serves as a landmark to identify the historic core of the city. Turn-of-the century buildings, many with interesting historical pasts, flank the courthouse square. A visitor can find museums, banks, a legal and governmental center, residential living, a large artists' community, plus an assortment of specialty retail businesses and supportive services in Downtown Bloomington. There is an abundance of restaurants and a lively night scene. Discover all that downtown Bloomington has to offer by shopping, dining, working and playing in this great historical district!
A friendly little store with a lot of new stuff on the east side of the square.
Pick up fresh asparagus at this roadside spot from mid-April through the end of May.
"The Popcorn Shop" was opened in 1934 by John Baldwin. In 1945, Mr. Baldwin leased his business to Del and Emily Barnett. A year later the Barnett's purchased The Popcorn Shop and changed the name to "Del's Popcorn Shop". Lou Ann Jacobs purchased the Decatur business in 1978 and has added her own flare and expertise to the business taking it way beyond what anyone could have imagined. Del's always has a large variety of tempting treats, most of which can be found and ordered right here online. A package from Del's Popcorn Shop is always sure to put a smile on every face.
Cruisin' with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center
Located in the heart of Downtown Bloomington on Historic Route 66, the Cruisin with Lincoln on 66 Visitor Center exhibits cover stories about dining, lodging and travel, which were experienced by both Abraham Lincoln and Route 66 travelers. These are supplemented by local items, books, cards, maps and more!
The main source for information about McLean County's historic and modern attractions in the Bloomington-Normal area is the "Cruisin' with Lincoln on 66" Visitors Center. Located in Downtown Bloomington, the Visitors Center provides information on all of the wonderful attractions, events, dining and lodging available in McLean County. Their exhibits highlight two types of heritage tourism that is integral to Central Illinois: Historic Route 66 and Abraham Lincoln. The gift shop is filled with local products, memorabilia and more!
Crossroads Global Handcrafts is a respected outlet for fairly traded handcrafts and food products from around the world including handmade art objects, utilitarian items, textiles, baskets, carvings, jewelry, ceramics, premium coffees, tea and chocolate.
You are invited to shop the ever-changing collection of traditional crafts, folk art, candles, furniture, home accents, decorative accessories, and much more. Displayed in room design design settings. Country Junction treats you to an enjoyable shopping experience.
A custom stain glass studio.
15,000 square feet with over 100 dealers. Quality antiques, furniture, primitives, glass, china, coins, quilts, trunks, toys, books, granite ware, crocks, crystal, and more. Everything on ground level, no stairs. Open seven days, layaway, gift wrapping, spring shows. Open house in June. Fall festival in September and a Christmas show in November.
Please come in and browse our unique collection of new and gently used furniture and accessories. Our selection changes daily. Bedrooms, dining tables, chairs, pictures, sofas, lamps, art objects, collectibles and much more!
A fascinating shop full of many different features. This shop has antiques, special glassware, old books, vintage merchandise, hand-poured candles, and many knickknacks.
Party supplies and gifts.
Established in 1990 in Uptown Normal, Campustown Supply has become the leader in providing collegiate apparel to students, faculty, family and friends! It has quickly become the perfect stop for the essentials of college life. Campustown Supply carries everything for you die-hard fans out there. Campustown Supply now offers customized apparel which means you can get Greek, names, numbers and much more. We even do local high schools and businesses.
Located within easy walking distance of the Millikin University campus, the Oakwood Business District is home to restaurants, salons and specialty shops at the intersection of West Main, Wood Street and Oakland Avenue. Watch your favorite team on the big screen while sampling Southwestern fare, or choose from an extensive wine list to complement a savory Italian dish. After lunch, check out bikes and gear, order flowers, get a haircut, or even unwind and relax with a soothing massage.
Unique floral and craft shop that will inspire the artist within.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
Beer Nuts Company Store - Plant
Bloomington, Illinois is the only city in the world where beer nuts are made! A video presentation on the making of beer nuts can be viewed in the gift shop, and nuts are available to sample in the Company Store.
Specialty Coffees and all that goes with it. Golden statuary gifts and lamps. Beautiful wedding and other holiday gifts and decorum spread throughout the store. A very unique and fun place to shop.
Your international bookstore with small-town service for used, rare and collectible books.
Beautiful arranged gift shop. It has lovely wedding and shower gifts. Huge selection of candies, specialty coffee and other various unique items throughout the store.
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Via Spiga Kate Flat
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Item # 286108
Kick it in a casual and comfy flat from Via Spiga. The Kate slip-on is perfect for every day wear.
- Nubuck leather upper
- Contrast stitching at round toe
- Bow detail
- Rubber sole
- Imported
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By: ngsy
Location: MA
June 09, 2014
Bought 3 pairs
"I love these so much I bought 3 pairs. One in tan, and 2 in blue. They are stylish and super comfortable."
By: NYCalichic
Location: New York, NY
May 08, 2014
"These are soooo comfy and I have slightly wide feet and I was able to break them in to the shape of my feet real quick. I walk around a lot living in NYC so these are perfect. Fits true to size. I'm a size 6. Also, they are very stylish and cute. The blue goes well with so many outfits."
By: SouthernYankee
Location: South Carolina
March 22, 2014
perfect color but not my brand
"shoe was too small for my foot - and I was afraid that the delicate lacing that runs across the corners from the side to the upper would break, even without the pressure of my wide foot. Upper did not cover enough of top of foot."
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