George Romano will speak at the LaSalle County Genealogy Guild presenting ways to research Italian genealogy. George Romano graduated from Oregon State University and is a member of the LaSalle County Genealogy Guild. 115 W. Glover Street, Ottawa, IL

The Penguin Plunge is an annual fundraiser that helps to raise money for Make-A-Wish Illinois. Proceeds from the event help to grant wishes of children in our local areas. The mission of Make-A-Wish is to grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich their lives with hope, strength and joy. 100% of the Penguin Plunge’s donations go directly to the Make-A-Wish Illinois Foundation. The event will be held at Heritage Harbor Ottawa at 1970 Canal Rd, Ottawa, IL.…

The Reddick Mansion Association announces, Saturday Night Trivia”. The contest starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Reddick Mansion Assocation and hosted by RMA board member and trivia expert, Steve Navario. The game will be composed of 10 rounds of questions with 10 questions per round. Teams are limited to 5-10 people and the cost is $ 10.00  per person. A 50/50 raffle will also be held. Space is limited, so call the Mansion…

Starved Rock Bald Eagle Watch Weekend at the Illinois Waterway Lock and Dam Visitor Center, Starved Rock Visitor Center and Starved Rock Lodge will begin Saturday January 26th through the 27th. Hikes leave the Visitors Center at 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on both days. Chose from three different hikes, and join knowledgeable staff and park volunteers to spot bald eagles along the Illinois River.

The Parent Teacher Community Club for Waltham Schools will be hosting its Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, January 26th at 5 p.m. at Seneca’s Oak Ridge in LaSalle. Businesses will have the opportunity to support the students of Waltham Elementary by sponsoring a table or being an event sponsor. To reserve a table, please contact Michele Doerr at: (815) 712-7758

The Earlville History Club has announced the following dates for the upcoming year.  They are: January 26th, 2019 February 23rd, 2019 March 16th, 2019 April 13th, 2019   All dates are at the Harding Community Center and start at 7pm.  Please bring $10 per person and a team of 4 – 12 people if you plan to participate. Also, you may bring your own food and drink if desired.  If you have any questions or would like a table reserved,…

Wine, Food, Shopping, & Fun – at 12 locations throughout Utica! Wine & Food Tasting: $20 per person for advance online purchase. Includes souvenir glass, passport, and 10 tasting tickets. Online ticket sales end at midnight on February 7. If we do not sell out prior to the event, tickets will be available at the door for $25 (cash only please), while supplies last. Additional tasting tickets are available for $1 each at Canal Market and August Hill Winery. T-shirts…

The Earlville History Club has announced the following dates for the upcoming year.  They are: February 23rd, 2019 March 16th, 2019 April 13th, 2019   All dates are at the Harding Community Center and start at 7pm.  Please bring $10 per person and a team of 4 – 12 people if you plan to participate. Also, you may bring your own food and drink if desired.  If you have any questions or would like a table reserved, please call Jim…