"Christmas on the North Side" Craft Show

This 11th annual craft show over 25 crafters offering primatives, jewelery, basket weaving, loom weaving, quilted items, florals, wreaths, painting and more.

CITY: Pearl City

4 Season Bowling Center

40-lane center with automatic scoring. Jumpin' Joe's Sports Bar & Grill and full service banquet facilities are also offered.

CITY: Freeport

4 Seasons Bowling Center

This is a 40-lane bowling center with automatic scoring, Thunder Alley sound and light experience, which is open to the public. Jumping Joe's Sports Bar & Grill, Flip Pizza Restaurant, & full service banquet facilities are also offered.

CITY: Freeport

9 East Coffee

Coffee house and cafe specializing in espresso-based drinks, homemade desserts, pastries, soups and sandwiches, plus daily specials to accompany a superb cup of coffee. Free internet access, outdoor dining, and entertainment. Look for 9 East on Facebook.

CITY: Freeport

AJ's Lena Maid Meats

AJ's Lena Maid Meats is a complete meat processing company and retail sales outlet founded over 50 years ago. The high quality locally raised meats are cut the way you want with many specialty cured meats and sausge products as well as local cheeses, unique grocery items, gift boxes, party trays, custom and wild game processing and beef and pork sides and quarters.

CITY: Lena

All Veterans Memorial Park of Stephenson County

This park honors all of the veterans from Stephenson County. It contains large era stones from all conflicts. Benches surround concrete walkways, and a large brick memorial garden if featured. A Gold Star Family Memorial is dedicated to all who gave given their lives for our freedoms.

CITY: Freeport

Allens Menswear

Suits, casual clothing, accessories, tuxedo's and shoes.

CITY: Freeport

Amigos

From huevos con chorizo and the best chimichangas around to a Friday night fish fry, Amigos is the place for a great Mexican or American meal. Breakfast served anytime.

CITY: Freeport

Andrew's Mill Park

Picnic area, pond for fishing & ice skating with handicap accessible fishing pier, Gerald Strohecker natural area with native woodland, prairie and wetland.

CITY: Pearl City

Anne's Landscape Supply

This is a full service garden center with hundreds of quality plants, trees, shrubs, and landscape supplies including retaining wall, paving stones, fertilizer, mulch and more. Their knowledgeable staff will assist with all landscaping inquiries.

CITY: Freeport

Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course

Scenic, challenging nine-hole course carved into the Jo Daviess County hills. Full-service pro shop, bar, grill. Call for tee time.

CITY: Apple River

Apple River Canyon Photography

Photographer Larry Backe specializes in families, pets and seniors. Commercial also available. Visit his studio and gallery. Portraits by appointment.

CITY: Apple River

Apple River Canyon S.P. - Thomson/Salem Units

The vegetative cover is a mixture of steep timbered slopes and bluffs with grasslands, rowcrops, and hayfields predominate on ridge tops. The topography can be severe especially bordering the Apple River. This habitat should provide good hunting for squirrel, rabbit, turkey and deer. 1,150 acre area allows hunting, fishing; no boating/biking. See postings/fact sheets at registration. Sign in/out at lots #1 or #2.

CITY: Stockton

Apple River Stagecoach Event Center

Center accommodates 360, with ample parking, kitchen facilities, dance floor and a variety of rental packages to meet your needs.

CITY: Apple River

Applebee's - Freeport

Applebee's is an attractive, friendly, neighborhood establishment featuring moderately priced, high-quality food and beverage items, table service and a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to all ages. Applebee's menu features beef, chicken and pork items, as well as burgers, pasta and seafood, with a selection of signature menu items found only at Applebee's.

CITY: Freeport

Artesian Well at Paradise Cove

Nestled along Indian Creek is a natural artesian well where thousands of gallons of pure water flow each day - as it has since 1927. A ten foot water wheel is turned continually by the flowing water. The sire, which is accessed by Stephenson County's only covered bridge, includes a waterfall, large flower beds and gazebo to enjoy while sipping the bubbling water

CITY: Winslow

Baileyville Christmas Trees

Christmas trees - cut your own or pre-cut, wreaths, roping, decorations, ornaments, gifts, crafts and complimentary cider, coffee and cookies

CITY: Baileyville

Bargains-R-Us

This quaint shop offers a wide selection of antiques, collectibles, used furniture and appliances.

CITY: Freeport

Baymont Inn and Suites - Freeport

This hotel, where you feel like home, is conveniently located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Illinois Highway 26 north of Freeport. This is a 63 room hotel with eleven whirlpool suites. Handicapped and non-smoking rooms; heated indoor pool; whirlpool; exercise facilities; cable TV; free wireless high speed internet access; computer and printer in lobby business center; microwave; mini fridge; hair dryers; irons and ironing boards; coffee makers; safes; desks; pets allowed with a $35 fee; on site coin laundry; dry cleaning available; complimentary enhanced breakfast; AARP, senior citizen and group discounts. Hotel is located adjacent to the Jane Addams Recreational Trail for biking, hiking or snowmobiling; ask about special packages with trail use. Hunting packages also available. One meeting room with a maximum capacity of 25. American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa. Rates: $94.00 to $159.00.

CITY: Freeport

Baymont Inn and Suites, Freeport

This hotel, where you can feel like home, is conveniently located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Illinois Highway 26 north of Freeport. There are 63 rooms and eleven whirlpool suites. Handicapped and non-smoking rooms, heated indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise facilities, cable TV, free wireless high speed internet access, microwave, mini fridge, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards, coffee makers, safes, desks, pets allowed with a $35 fee, on site coin laundry, dry cleaning available, complimentary enhanced breadkast.

CITY: Freeport

Beach's Supper Club

At Beach's we use nothing but the finest quality products and we pride ourselves on the freshness of what we serve. Steaks, seafood, pork chops, and broasted chicken. Full bar including wine list. Reservations encouraged. Banquet facilities for 90. Credit Cards Accepted.

CITY: Lena

Bearly Used

Bearly Used offers a large selection of children's consignment shop. Clothing sizes from newborn to 14. Plus children's toys, maternity clothing, books, videos, baby equipment, furniture and more.

CITY: Freeport

Beltline Cafe

Homemade specials, pies and soup. Carryout, catering service, and banquet facilities for 120.

CITY: Freeport

Bill's Christmas Trees

Choose/cut Christmas trees. Holiday wreaths. Open Thanksgiving weekend and the following two weekends. Tree shaker/netting. Holiday shop.

CITY: Scales Mound

Black Hawk Run Golf Course

Beautiful course, hidden in the hills, awaits golfers of all skill levels. Eighteen challenging holes, elevated greens, wide open fairways.

CITY: Stockton

Blackhawk War Monument

This monument is located on the site of Kellogg's Grove, an early settlement established in 1827 on a mail route between Peoria and Galena, and now on the National Register of Historic Places. It honors those killed in the Blackhawk War, including in the final Illinois Battle which occurred at this grove in June, 1832. Abraham Lincoln, a member of the Illinois militia, helped bury five of the slain men. The remaining soldiers were originally buried throughout the area at the spots at which they fell. Fifty years after the war, local farmers collected the remains and buried them in one enclosure on top of this hill overlooking the Yellow Creek Valley. The 34-foot high monument was dedicated in 1886.

CITY: Kent

Blue Orchid Gift Shop & Art Gallery

Local artists offer unique one of a kind gifts, including pottery, photography, paintings, gift cards, textiles, and jewelry.

CITY: Freeport

Bobber's River Tap

Bobber's is an open, outdoor, deck bar and picnic area, along the banks of the Pecatonica River. A relaxing stop for travelers by road or river. Bobber's is a converted 95 year old lumberyard. Bring your own pole and boat, or just sit and relax with a cold drink and watch the river flow by.

CITY: Winslow

Bottle Shed

Local sports bar specializing in home cooking, featuring homemade pizzas, Tuesday Taco Night, broasted chicken, Friday fish dinners and Saturday prime rib.

CITY: Stockton

Brush Creek Golf Course

This is a 9-hole, 36 par, 3218 yard course set on challenging terrain with three sets of tees. Weekday and Weekend Green Fees: 9 holes - $10: 18 holes - $13.00; Motorized Cart Rental: 9 holes - $10.00 per seat; 18 - holes - $14 per seat.

CITY: Orangeville

Bugaboo's Ice Cream Shoppe

Nostalgic ice cream shop offering old-fashioned phosphate sodas, malts, shakes, sundaes and 16 flavors of Chocolate Shoppe ice cream, plus burgers, hot dogs & sandwiches.

CITY: Warren

Busy B Embroidery

Custom embroidery, sports clothing, iron-ons, gifts, candles, crafts, candy, popcorn and cookie bouquets

CITY: Lena

Butch's Antiques

American country antiques/primitives. Restoring of 18th and 19th century and new furniture. Refinishing, cabinet making, and fire and water damage restoration. Accepting Master Card and Visa.

CITY: Freeport

Cannova's

A Freeport tradition since 1921, this Italian restaurant and lounge specializes in pasta, pizza, steak, fish, and chicken. Carryout, full bar, entertainment. Banquet facilities for 55. Credit cards accepted.

CITY: Freeport

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

Cedarville Art Glass

Dan Edler, a nationally known artist, creates fine art glass and sculpture. Collectors have been acquiring his work for over 40 years. Visitors are welcome anytime or by appointment for large groups.

CITY: Cedarville

Cedarville Historical Museum

This museum is located in an 1889 school building and features a permanent exhibit honoring Jane Addams, who was born and raised in Cedarville. Miss Addams was an internationally famous humanitarian and social work pioneer who founded Chicago's Hull House and won the Nobel Peace Prize. Museum exhibits include personal items and memorabilia from her life and the life of her family. There are also changing exhibits on topics of local historical interest and a research center and a research center.

CITY: Cedarville

Cedarville Skate Park

Skaters of all skill levels will enjoy the half and quarter pipes, pyramid, "roller coaster" and kink rails on the 7,500 square foot skate pad. The skate park is also open to bikes. Other attractions include a playground, sheltered picnic area, sand volleyball court, basketball court and ten fitness stations along a .5 mile blacktop walking path.

CITY: Cedarville

Celia's Gifts, Antiques and Home Furnishings

Celia's -- a shop filled with gifts for the kitchen and home, with antiques, penny rugs, home furnishings and seasonal decor.

CITY: Freeport

Cheese Market

This cheese shop features a wide variety of cheese, as well as local artisan cheese, sausages, Amish salsas, jams and local vegetables. Open: Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm; Monday - Friday: 10 am - 6 pm; S: 9 am - 6 pm.

CITY: Freeport

China Buffet

China Buffet offers a wide variety of Chinese specialties. Carryouts, children's menu. Banquet facilites for 30. Credit Cards Accepted.

CITY: Freeport

Christina's Bakery

Enjoy a wonderful selection of breads, cupcakes, cookies, pastries, muffins, rolls, pies, cheesecakes, breakfast rolls, and soups in this great little bakery located on Stephenson Street in Historic Downtown Freeport.

CITY: Freeport

Cimino's Little Italy

This lovely restaurant offers a beautiful setting combined with exquisite fine Italian dining as well as pizza and an outdoor beer garden. "It's love at first bite." Carryout, children's menu, catering, delivery service, full bar. Banquet facilities perfect for weddings, anniversaries, or other special occasions for 175.

CITY: Freeport

Coach's Golf & Grill

This clubhouse on the Stagecoach Golf Course offers fresh from the grill sandwiches, soups, salads, homemade pizza, chicken, and fish. Also enjoy Coach's hugh patio. Full bar, carryouts, children's menu, game room.

CITY: Lena

Cole's...A Confectionary

Discover this specialty bakery offering cakes for all occasions, cheese cakes, pies, candies, cookies, and homemade soup and sandwiches, including vegetarian options.

CITY: Freeport

Council Hill Station

Situated on the East Fork of the Galena River, Council Hill Station is all that is left of the business district founded by Europeans in 1854 when the railroad arrived. Enjoy their historic buildings, the store/railway station, a ruin of a woolen mill, barn, and silo, and also the creek. Enjoy home-cooked food, 90-plus beers and beverages and the live music year-round either in the barn or in the old general store.

CITY: Scales Mound

Country Cheese

Direct from the factory, enjoy over 70 varieties of cheese, plus deli meats, sausage and salami. Cheese can be shipped. Sandwiches, soups, mustards, crackers, snacks, beverages,and Cedar Crest Ice Cream; cheese gift boxes and gift certificates.

CITY: Davis

Country Girl Floral and Gifts

This lovely 4,000 square foot shop offers home decor and a large selection of silk flower arrangements as well as fresh flowers. It is full of seasonal and everyday gifts and home decorating ideas.

CITY: Freeport

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson - Stockton

Gateway to scenic Jo Daviess County. Affordable, clean, friendly and convenient. Complete breakfast, limited pet friendly. Near historic downtown Galena and Chestnut Mountain skiing. Nearby snowmobile trails, state parks, hunting/fishing.

CITY: Stockton

Country Inn and Suites - Freeport

At Country Inn and Suites, Freeport, IL, we have one goal - to make you feel at home. So we promise to offer caring, consistent and comfortable service to ensure a relaxing enjoyable stay. We offer a complimentary Be Our Guest Breakfast, free wireless high speed internet access, Club Carlson Reward program, indoor pool and whirlpool and a fitness center. These are just a few of the exceptional amenities we offer every guest. The hotel has been voted "Best in the Region" for the past 14 years in a row. It offers consistency you can count on at just the right price. Senior discount, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Matercard and Visa. Rates: $99.00 to $169.00.

CITY: Freeport

Country Junction

Casual family dining with a warm inviting atmosphere serving a wide variety of American cuisine from steaks to fish, plus breakfast all day and sandwiches made to order. Reservations recommended. Carryouts, children's menu.

CITY: Freeport

Dakota Nature Trail

The Dakota Nature Trail for biking, hiking, and cross-county skiing links Dakota Park with the Dorothy Wirth Nature Area. The trail surface is crushed limestone and follows a former railroad right-of-way. The trail begins on Main Street in Dakota.

CITY: Dakota

Deininger Floral Shop

Deininger's offers flowers for all occasions with both traditional and contemporary designs, fresh-cut flowers, blooming plants, green plants, planters, and gift items.

CITY: Freeport

Demeester Flower Shop and Greenhouses

A full-service florist and lawn and garden center with a complete line of nursery stock, thirteen greenhouses filled with annuals, over 5,000 perennials, house plants, silk arrangements, and in-store antiques.

CITY: Freeport

DeVoe Floral

This full-service floral shop has been in business for over 50 years. It offers customized fresh arrangements, specializing in wedding flowers, sending and delivering around the world.

CITY: Lena

Dodds Park

Dodds Park offers picnic and playground areas, flower gardens, three shelter houses, concession stand, two lighted tennis courts, volleyball and basketball courts, two lighted ball diamonds, horseshoe pits, batting cages and two shuffleboard courts.

CITY: Lena

Double K Nursery

Double K Nursery offers nursery stock, firewood, and a farmers market from June through October with organic produce and baked goods.

CITY: Lena

Down On The Farm Toys and More

This shop offers 3000 square feet of toys including farm toys and farm related collectibles. All makes and models are featured. Plus they offer peddle tractors, dolls, "Melissa and Doug" puzzles, kites, sports cards and many more toys.

CITY: Lena

Dragon Popcorn

Visit this quirky little shop and fall in love with gourmet popcorn in a huge variety of flavors, nuts, fruit, chocolate, and soft drinks including frozen concoctions. Friend us on Facebook at Dragon Popcorn.

CITY: Freeport

Eilert's Tee Box

Play golf on over 50 resort courses from throughout the world at this premier indoor golf facility, offering high-definition video full-swing golf simulators. Also enjoy the cocktail lounge offering a bistro sandwich menu in a quaint, comfortable atmosphere.

CITY: Freeport

Eilerts Cocktails

Eilerts is a cocktail lounge with a small bistro sandwich menu in a quaint, comfortable atmosphere. Elierts Tee Box, a premier indoor golf facility, is adjacent. Carryout, entertainment, full bar.

CITY: Freeport

Elite Design Team

Full-service salon and day spa offering complete hair styling, nails, wigs, waxing, piercing, electrolysis, massage, facials, and body treatments.

CITY: Freeport

Emerald Acres Campground

Offers 60 sites with electrical & water; also 90 permanent sites as well as tent sites.

CITY: Pearl City

Emerald Acres Campground

Open: May 1 thru October 15. This campground offers 46 sites with electrical and water hookups in additions to 70 permanent sites, as well as tent sites. Sewer hookups are offered when available. Also offered are two bath houses with flush toilets, showers, beach swimming, a restaurant, and playground area. Pets on a leash and campfires are allowed. Special amenities include fishing, and activities on holiday weekends. Visitors are invited to enjoy the summer at this special place. Electric and water site: $25; Ten sites: $20. Rates are for 2 adults and two children under 17. Additional day visitor is $3.00 or $5.00 for additional overnight visitor.

CITY: Pearl City

Engel's Jewelry and Gifts

Complete line of fine jewelry featuring engagement rings and colored stones in all designs. Gifts for every occasion including wedding, anniversary, baby and inspirational. Home decor, unique clocks and collectibles including Fenton Artglass, Boyds Bears, Cherished Teddies, Precious Moments, and Pavillion Angles . Fashion jewelry in the most popular designs featuring sterling silver and semi-precious stones. The store also features a complete repair department for jewelry, watches, clocks and antique items.

CITY: Lena

Family Affair Cafe

For over 18 years, the Family Affair Cafe has been offering diners an escape from the same old humdrum! Countless homemade meals, including soups and delicious new menu additions, daily specials, and breakfast anytime. Carryout, children's menu. Credit cards accepted.

CITY: Freeport

Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery

Sample fine red, white, rose and fruit wines as you enjoy the view of the vineyard from the deck or tasting room. Enjoy the delicious cheeses, snacks, and other local products which are featured. The Sweet and Savory Plates with the best local cheeses, meats, fruits, veggies and sweets are available every day. During the summer, you can "Get Out and Game" with yard darts, croquet, bocce ball or indoor games such as Wineopoly, Foodie Fight, Brain Tease, cribbage and more. Visit their website to learn about their many events or to schedule a party, meeting or wedding party.

CITY: Freeport

Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre

Located on the campus of Highland Community College - features a variety of fine arts programming including vocal and music concerts, live theater, special performances, and the popular Summerset Theater Program, a community performing arts theater.

CITY: Freeport

Fever River Railroad

For model railroad aficionados -- and everyone else who ever enjoyed model trains -- this model railroad is something to see. The Fever River Railroad is a 120X24-foot HO scale model of a hypothetical railroad running from Duluth, Minnesota to St. Louis, Missouri. This fully operational model railroad has detailed scenery, rail yards, factories, and interchanges with many other railroads. The model railroad allows for the operation of multiple trains along railroad right-of-way that portrays typical towns along the Duluth to St. Louis route. The Fever River Railroad is an ongoing project with upgrades to the layout and scenery that provides an exciting model railroad experience. A collection of railroad memorabilia and pictures, many from the surrounding area, are on display throughout the facility. The Stephenson Society of Model Trainmen, who operate the railroad, host an open house twice a year, and visitors are welcome at other times by appointment.

CITY: Freeport

Fieldstone Inn

Enjoy this upscale, but casual gathering place offering great sandwiches from burgers to an outstanding grouper sandwich, plus a wide variety of fish and seafood, mouth watering steaks, and a hearty Mediterranean pork chop. Plus great appetizers and an extensive wine list. Enjoy relaxing on the beautiful outdoor deck. Carryout, catering service, children's menu, full bar. Banquet facilities for 50.

CITY: Freeport

Fitness Lifestyles

This state of the art fitness center offers indoor swimming, cardio equipment, free weights, circuit training, massage therapy, an indoor walking and jogging track, nursery, a woman's only area, over 40 weekly fitness and aquatic classes, and more.

CITY: Freeport

Fran's Fantastic Antiques, Collectibles

Shop this unique inventory for antiques and collectibles including antique toys, furniture, linens, rugs, jewelry, books and more. The inventory is constantly changing, so stop and shop in the country.

CITY: Ridott

Frank Jewelers

Frank Jewlers in downtown Freeport is the destination for diamonds, distinctive jewelry and fine gifts. Our galleries feature diamonds for ArtCarved, IDDEAL, Everlon, Love Story, Forever 10 and the new Ideal2 Square-Cut Hearts and Arrows diamond, displayed in a relaxing atmosphere where guests can find style, brilliance and excellent value each and every day. Frank Jewelers offers the complete collection of internationally acclaimed Pandora charms, bracelets, neckleaces and earrings. You'll also find distinctive jewelry from Belle Etoile, Galatea, Raquelle Bianco, Frederic Duclos, a well as a huge collection of timepieces and wall clocks. Frank's Swarovski gallery is the area's most extensive and features many limited editon pieces. Our in-store design and repair deparment features the talents of a Master Goldmith who can customize an original piece of jewelry that fits your personality and budget. We'll help you create jewelry that is as unique as you are.

CITY: Freeport

Freeport Art Museum

Explore five permanent galleries: European (19th century paintings, sculpture), Art of the Near and Far East (Egyptian, Chinese, and Southeast Asia), Native American (pots, baskets and Kachina dolls), African and Oceanic Art (masks, ceremonial pieces and textiles), and Contemporary (prints and paintings). Two galleries feature new exhibitions every 8-12 weeks and are devoted to regional art or national exhibitions. A student gallery features aspiring young artists from local schools. The museum also offers educational programs, performances, and special events.

CITY: Freeport

Freeport Bicycle Company

Located in a recently restored historic storefront, Freeport Bicycle Company is a family bicycling center with retail sales of Trek, Salsa, Surly, Mirraco, Haro, and Redline bicycles, plus full service bicycle repair and bicycle rentals.

CITY: Freeport

Freeport Canoe Company LLC

Paddle the Pecatonica with The Freeport Canoe Company. We cater to group or individual canoeists, beginner or seasoned paddlers. At Freeport Canoe Company we offer family fun, scenic views, fishing, canoe transportation, and discounts for large groups. Enjoy canoeing from McConnell's Bobtown Landing to McNeil's Damascus Landing or to Tutty's Crossing in downtown Freeport. $50 rental per canoe. Ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult; ages 16 to 18 must have a parental consent form. Call to set a date and time for your paddle, 815-233-1065 or 815-541-0869.

CITY: Freeport

Freeport Farmers Market

All local products from certified organic to conventional fruit and vegetables, cheeses, meats, eggs, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, jams and jellies, bedding plants, perennials, fresh flowers, loose leaf teas, and handmade bath and beauty products in a festive market atmosphere. The Freeport Farmers Market is in operation from May through October in the CVS parking lot on South Street in Freeport.

CITY: Freeport

Friends Forever Humane Society Dog Park

Take your dog to this special 10 acre fenced dog park with a pond (for dog swimming ony). The park also offers a separate fenced area for small dogs and a dog agility equipment area. Fee is $5.00 per dog per day.

CITY: Freeport

Gallery Cafe

The Gallery Cafe is located inside the Freeport Public Library and serves healthy entrees for the lunch crowd, including turkey/bacon wrap, veggie wrap, bleack bean & spinach wrap. Fruit bowls, salads and a variety of desserts are available as well as lattes and cappuccinos.

CITY: Freeport

Gemorifics Jewelry

Jewelry, including sterling and 14k gold, diamonds and gemstones. In store repair, engraving, pearl restringing, and free cleaning of all jewelry.

CITY: Freeport

Glad Rags Resale Boutique

Sensibly priced family fashions featuring the latest trends and popular classics. Tuxedo rental. Dry cleaning drop-off/pick-up service.

CITY: Stockton

Goodtimes

Dinner menu available Thursday-Saturday: Thursday, wings; Friday, fish; 3rd Saturday, prime rib. Breakfast only on Sundays. Homemade pizzas daily!

CITY: Warren

Gramp's Gourmet Foods, Inc.

Travel scenic Stagecoach Trail. Enjoy product samples and tour our kitchens. Explore our selection of local foods and crafts.

CITY: Scales Mound

Hampton Inn - Freeport

This historic and charming hotel is located in the heart of Historic Downtown Freeport and features The Main Street Bistro, always the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal, a refreshing drink in a sophisticated atmosphere ideal for mixing, mingling, and enjoying life. The 70 spacious guest rooms and 2 suites feature complimentary hi-speed wireless internet access, High Definition TV with pay-per view movies and games, refrigerators and microwaves available upon request. Guest also have access to the hotel's state of the art fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and the complimentary hot continental breakfast which features over 15 items daily. Non-smoking rooms are available. The hotel offers three separate meeting spaces with the largest having a maximun capacity of 50. The Hampton Inn is part of the Hilton Honors preferred guest program. Rates: $99 to $149.

CITY: Freeport

Harbach Meats

A small, family owned and operated butcher shop that has been in business in Freeport since 1929 - Celebrating 84 years of home-raised beef and pork. Purchase direct from their farm as individual cuts, quarters and sides.

CITY: Freeport

Hickory Hideaway

Hickory Hideaway invites you to discover the diverse beauty of Northwest Illinois. located in historic Carroll County, which is host to many opportunities both relaxing and recreational - not too mention only one stoplight in the whole county. Relax in the rustic setting of our cozy cabins located on 10 wooded acres minutes from Lake Carroll. We offer three types of cabins: luxury cabins, rustic whirlpool cottages, extended-stay country cottages.

CITY: Shannon