Steven Winter, 24, of Freeport often gets asked the question, what is his best beer? His answer is, “It’s the one I’ve never had before.” Winter is now living a dream. He is now a brewmaster, creating his own brews full-time at the Galena Brewing Company in Galena. This is a man whose hobby at [...]
Go to Galena, IL, to ski Chestnut Mountain
St. Louis Today reports… I like skiing at Chestnut Mountain because, in my slightly offbeat way of looking at the world, it’s upside down. Let me explain. Most ski and snowboard resorts operate facilities such as restaurants, rental operations and lodging at the bottom of their slopes. That means you roll in, get your lift [...]
Nighttime Sky Presentation
Join us for the Nighttime Sky Presentation on Jan. 21, 2012. At this Galena event, learn about the fascinating history of our solar system and its planets. From 1 – 2 p.m., Diane Sipiera will share her knowledge of the universe at the Banwarth House & Museum. If you’re looking for things to do in [...]
Special Olympics Winter Games 2012 in Galena Illinois
Galena will play host to the Special Olympics Illinois Winter Games on Jan. 31, 2012 at the Chestnut Mountain Resort. This free Galena event is a state competition for Special Olympics Illinois and is scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. This event in Galena features a number of events including, alpine skiing, cross country skiing [...]
Police investigate report of imitation of police vehicle
JO DAVIESS COUNTY-The Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of impersonation of a police vehicle. During the evening hours of Oct. 19, the sheriff’s office received two reports of a non-police vehicle attempting to initiate traff…
Bike or Scooter to Galena Cellars Winery
While vacationing in Galena be sure to Bike or Scooter to Galena Cellars Winery on Oct. 22 and 23. Enjoy a 12 mile scenic bike or scooter ride through Galena’s countryside to Galena Cellars Winery. Once you arrive at this Galena wine…
Galena’s 33rd Annual Halloween Parade
Galena’s 33rd Annual Halloween Parade is a Galena fall event that you do not want to miss and will be on Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. This Illinois parade is the largest and spookiest parade in the tri-state area. This free Galena event will…
Twenty Dirty Hands
Twenty Dirty Hands is the perfect event if you’re looking for things to do in Galena this weekend. Galena is known for its art talent, and Twenty Dirty Hands lets you tour the best of this small Illinois town. At this Galena even…
Rocktoberfest with the LakeSide City
Be sure to check out Rocktoberfest with the LakeSide City at the Galena Brewing Company at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 1. This Galena event will have you dancing all night long as the LakeSide City band plays all your favorite classic rock hits. Rocktoberfest is a free Galena event. Don’t miss out on Rocktoberfest with [...]
It’s all about the slide…
For our family, the highlight of any summer trip to Galena is the Alpine Slide at Chestnut Mountain. Sure, everyone knows that Chestnut Mountain offers some of Illinois’ best skiing [no, that’s not an oxymoron!] but not everyone may know it’s just as fun — maybe moreso — in the summer! If you’re heading to [...]
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