2013 Travel Guide
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Stang Arts Studio & Gallery
Stang Arts Studio & Gallery features art classes for both children and adults, along with holding various events throughout the year. The artist, Jamie Stang, also specializes in "paint parties." These parties are great for a group, as they feature great food, drinks, music and art. Jamie helps visitors discover their inner-artist while relaxing in a chic studio-style atmosphere. Check out her gallery while you're there too.
CITY: Effingham
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Bob Saget Live
The legendary Bob Saget, best known for playing Danny Tanner on "Full House," and hosting America's Funniest Home Videos, will be performing an "R" rated stand-up act at the Effingham Performance Center at 8 p.m. on Friday June 21. Don't forget to buy tickets and enjoy a night of raunchy comedy!
CITY: Effingham
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B.B. King Blues Festival
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer B.B. King with opening act, The Stone Electric, will be performing live at the Effingham Performance Center! The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets today and take a trip down memory lane with the legendary blues man himself!
CITY: Effingham
7 - 8
Illinois State HOG Rally
Come join us for a ride through roughly 250 miles of majestic Illinois scenery. The journey begins in the "Gem City" of Illinois, Quincy and follows the mighty Mississippi down to a city voted "the most haunted city in America", Alton. After a pit stop in Alton, the journey continues down Old U.S. Highway 40 passing through Vandalia, Illinois' first capitol, and ending in "The Crossroads of Opportunity", Effingham. The Effingham stop will feature a biker blessing, poker stops, a Moonshine run, a ride-in bike show, and to cap it all off, a "Legacy Bash," Saturday evening. Come out to Legacy Harley Davidson to join in all the fun!
CITY: Effingham
27 - 29
Kansas City Barbeque Society Cook-Off
This fun state-sanctioned cook-off has now become a great annual event! The BBQ Pros will compete for a $6,000 pay out. Come and enjoy great BBQ, drinks and live music every night!!
CITY: Effingham
Village Theatre
The Village Theatre, with its 183 seats in the round, hosts theatrical performances.
CITY: Charleston
Teutopolis Monastery Museum
See displays of early life in this German Catholic community, founded in 1838. The first Franciscans arrived in October 1858, and the three priests and six brothers quickly set about building a parish and friary.
CITY: Teutopolis
Murals Around the Square
Charleston is known as a city of murals, thanks to the many murals located around the town square. View them on a seven-block tour of the area.
CITY: Charleston
Cracker Barrel - Effingham
Our menu features everything you love about country cooking, plus a few items that might just surprise you. Credit cards accepted, non-smoking section, handicap accessible.
CITY: Effingham
Ryan's Family Steakhouse - Effingham
Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible. No delivery service. Take-out available.
CITY: Effingham
Comfort Inn - Casey
A beautiful wooded country setting, within walking distance to several restaurants, nearly half way in between Indianapolis and St.Louis. Gold Award winner from 1997-1999. 3 Star AAA rating.
CITY: Casey
Bolin Enterprises, Inc World's Largest Wind Chimes
With chimes suspended nearly 50 feet above the ground, the BEI wind chime is a sight to behold! The longest of five chimes is 42 feet long-almost double that of the past world record holder. The chimes sing gentle and deep as they strike the clapper, long gleaming lengths paying tribute to BEI's expertise in the pipeline industry. Stick around to visit the tea shop opening next door!
CITY: Casey
Greathouse of Pizza
Family owned pizzeria serving homemade Italian favorites such as: pizza, pasta, Italian beef and other various items.
CITY: Casey
Roc's Black Front
Rocs is celebrated for its baby back ribs and original 'Norm's nirvana barbeque sauce.
CITY: Charleston
Hong Kong House - Charleston
Chinese restaurant with full menu - dine-in, carry-out or delivery.
CITY: Charleston
Seventh Street Underground
A student coffee house and entertainment. A non-alcoholic venue for college students.
CITY: Charleston
Round House Antiques
We invite you to come and visit us at Round House Antiques in Charleston, IL to see our unique selection of antiques, primitives and collectibles. We sell quality vintage and antique items that can be treasured for a lifetime and passed down for generations. Antiques, collectibles, vintage jewelry, primitives, furniture, glassware, gift certificates, and layaway.
CITY: Charleston
Lone Star Steakhouse and Saloon - Effingham
Full service, non-smoking area, handicap accessible.
CITY: Effingham
EconoLodge - Effingham
EconoLodge features standard amenities. In addition to standard amenities, all rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, and cable television. Free continental breakfast, high speed internet, and coffee are also available.
CITY: Effingham
Yesterday's Pub
A wide variety of menu choices in a "pub-like" atmosphere. Selections are akin to steakhouse food.
CITY: Newton
Quaker Church
This is the oldest continuous Quaker Church in Illinois, founded in 1816.
CITY: Annapolis
Niemerg's Steakhouse
Full service, credit cards acceptable, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery. Sunday buffet from 7: 30 - 10:30. Full bar.
CITY: Effingham
Raintree Restaurant
Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible. Take-out available. Located next to the Best Western Inn. Open seven days.
CITY: Effingham
Pizza Hut - Effingham
Fast food, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.
CITY: Effingham
Village Square Mall
Indoor shopping mall with several stores such as JC Penneys, DEB GNC, Disc Jockey, Payless Shoe Source, Wallpaper for Less, Bath & Body Works, The Kitchen Store, and many more.
CITY: Effingham
Rodeway Inn
Rodeway offers standard amenities, along with microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, and cable television. Whirlpool bathtubs, sofa sleepers and spacious work desks are available in some rooms. A continental breakfast is also provided.
CITY: Effingham
What's Cookin'
Burgers, sandwiches, wraps, chicken entrees, pasta dishes, Mexican selections, salads. Home of Charleston's famous Strawberry Bread. Catering available.
CITY: Charleston
Holiday Inn Express - City of Effingham
Suites available, meeting facilities, handicap access, small pets allowed, FREE breakfast, cable, bus parking, FREE access to out door pool and fitness center, adjacent to restaurants.
CITY: Effingham
Joe's Pizza And Pasta
Full service, credit cards accepted, handicap accessible, delivery available.
CITY: Effingham
Fairfield Inn & Suites - Effingham
Fairfield Inn & Suites offers comfortable guest rooms for both business and leisure travelers. Free continental breakfast, including fresh-brewed coffee, cereal and fresh fruit, is available each morning. Free HSIA access. All rooms include microwaves and mini-refrigerators.
CITY: Effingham
Hilton Garden Inn - Effingham
Hilton Garden Inn features guest rooms and suites, each equipped with a luxury work station and complimentary high-speed Internet with remote printing. there is a hospitality center in each room featuring a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. This hotel is connected to Thelma Keller Convention Center and Great American Grill.
CITY: Effingham
Budget Host
Clean Rooms! Free Coffee, Free HBO, Free Local Calls, Microwave & Refrigerator Available, Weekly & Monthly Rates Available, Food Nearby.
CITY: Greenup
Harmon's Lunch Counter
Lunch counter serving sandwiches and more. At the back of Harmon's Healthsmart Drugstore.
CITY: Oblong
Greenup Antique Mall
15,000 square feet, one level, approximately 100 vendors. Old West Cafe on site.
CITY: Toledo
Petro/ Iron Skillet
Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.
CITY: Effingham
River Park Motel
Located on the banks of the Embarras River, Riverpark offers weekly rates with boat hookups.
CITY: Newton
Parklane's
Located in Newton's bowling alley. Unexpected breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items. Specials offered. Cheeseburgers; classic mom'n'pop fare.
CITY: Newton
Solid Grounds Coffee Shop
We are not your ordinary coffee house, you'll never know what's brewin! In this fast paced world we live in, sometimes we forget how to just have some joy and how to smile. It's not a vacation retreat, but it's a great place to feel pampered, listen to the fountains and light instrumental music, sit on the patio and drink some created coffees, teas, or smoothies. You can read some of our books, play games, use a headset and listen to music, or even make and appointment for a hair cut! We might even break out into song from time to time! We serve Q's (wonder what they are?), salad wraps, great cinnamon rolls, cheesecake and Big cookies. We only cook up so much, so don't miss out on what we may create!
CITY: Newton
Richards Farm Restaurant
Enjoy dining in an authentic, restored country barn. Delicious food, country ambiance and excellent service. Dinner only. Sunday buffet from 10:30am to 2:00pm. Check out our menu online!
CITY: Casey
Lincoln Garden Family Restaurant
Family restaurant and 24 hour weekend diner. Skillets, gyros, pita wraps, salads, soups, pastas, omelettes, steaks,chicken ribs, sandwiches, seafood and childrens menu
CITY: Charleston
Prairie Ridge State Natural Area
Located southwest of Newton, Prairie Ridge is a wonderful site for observing rare species of grassland wildlife. Over 2500 acres, visitors will enjoy bird watching, nature study, photography and much more.
CITY: Newton
Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge
Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge offers several packages for all individuals. Hunting, fishing, golfing or family getaways can be enjoyed in their luxurious cabins located Southwest of Newton.
CITY: Newton
Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge
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.
CITY: Newton
Country Pride - Effingham
Full service, home-style food, non-smoking section, handicap accessible, in a 24 hr. truckstop.
CITY: Effingham
Country Inn & Suites
At Country Inn & Suites, guests can enjoy cozy, comfortable rooms equipped with modern amenities, such as free high speed internet access, cable television with premium channels, an in-room coffee maker, and iron/ironing board. other features include a fitness center, swimming pool, lending library, and a free breakfast.
CITY: Effingham
Days Inn - Effingham
Days Inn features family and executive jacuzzi suites, in-room safes, and expanded cable television. Other amenities include free high speed wireless internet, guest computer in lobby, microwave and refrigerator in all rooms. Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast is also available.
CITY: Effingham
Illinois Wildlife Connections
Located in rural Jasper County, northeast of Newton, Illinois Wildlife features a lodge for hunters during deer seasons and in the off-seasons hosting meetings, receptions and off-season lodging.
CITY: Newton
Oak Glen Country Club
This challenging 18-hole course is open year round, and features a clubhouse, driving range and tee times for non-members.
CITY: Robinson
Jackson Avenue Coffee
Located one block east of historic Courthouse Square. Large selection of coffees and coffee drinks. Pastries. Salads. Entertainment. Next door to and communicating with Calliope Court Boutique.
CITY: Charleston
El Rancherito - Charleston
Authentic Mexican restaurant. Enjoy the finest Mexican food in Illinois. Call ahead for carry outs and check out our other locations.
CITY: Charleston
Best Western Raintree - Effingham
Restaurant, small pets allowed. Free breakfast, cable/movies, lounge, entertainment, outdoor pool, bus parking, AAA rated, fax/copy machine, free evening popcorn. Free coffee 24 hours daily.
CITY: Effingham
Hampton Inn - Effingham
Meeting facilities, handicap access, free breakfast, cable/movies. indoor pool, bus parking, FREE pass to local health club, AAA rated.
CITY: Effingham
The China Express
Chinese food restaurant that is handicapped accessible. Delivery available.
CITY: Effingham
Firefly Grill & Restaurant
Ranked the second most eco-friendly restaurant in the nation by Bon Appétit, Firefly’s striking building is constructed from reclaimed barn wood, and its menu of American dishes incorporates ingredients from Firefly’s own gardens and local producers.
CITY: Effingham
Bent Tree Country Club
This 18-hole, par 70 course is a challenge for players of all levels.
CITY: Charleston
Iron Horse
Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery available.
CITY: Effingham
Budget Host
29 units with smoking and non-smoking. Two queen beds are in a standard room.
CITY: Greenup
Quail Creek Country Club & Resort
This 18-hole facility is a former PGA Tour site. Quail Creek also features a resort with several cabins for visitors to rent. Tee times are available for non-members.
CITY: Oblong
Deer Run Par 3 Golf Course
Open seasonally, this par 3 course is located in Washington Park.
CITY: Robinson
Magic Wok
Magic Wok serves a wide array of Chinese specialties. Check out our website.
CITY: Charleston
Homewood Grill
Opens in April and closes in October. Snack stand with ice cream and frozen yogurt.
CITY: Effingham
Fox Ridge State Park Campground
43 sites, electricity at each site, shower building, and shared water. Dump station. Reservations accepted.
CITY: Charleston
Osage Inn
A Civil War era, hewn log house that has been moved to Central Illinois and restored. It is furnished with mid-19th Century antiques, has a full kitchen and bath, and sits on 55 acres of woodlands, meadow and fields.
CITY: Charleston
KOA Campground and Camper Sales
8-acre lake, some shade trees. 82 sites with three cabins, summer active.
CITY: Casey
Lake Charleston
Enjoy the sparkling beauty of Lake Charleston, which features hiking and biking trails.
CITY: Charleston
Best Western / Robinson Inn
Luxurios rooms, meeting rooms and many other amenities await travelers.
CITY: Robinson
Tarble Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University
Offering a year-round schedule of art exhibits and activities for all ages. Gift shop and sales rental gallery. Focus on Paul Sargent and Midwest art.
CITY: Charleston
Pasta Alley
Come see noodles and sauce made from scratch. Baskets and shipping are also available.
CITY: Robinson
T.G.I. Fridays - Effingham
Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.
CITY: Effingham
Jitters and Bliss Coffee and Treats
Large selection of coffees and teas, coffee drinks, home made ice-creams. Fresh baked breads and pastries. Sandwiches and soups. Gift baskets available.
CITY: Charleston
The Village Stitchery
Features a wide variety of quilt fabrics & supplies, home decor items, gifts & clothing, and much more.
CITY: Oblong
