Christmas Tours

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Christmas at the Pike County Lodges

Tuesday, December 4 and Saturday, December 8, 2007

Come join us for a tour of some of the most beautiful lodges in Pike County, decorated for the Christmas season. The tour includes brunch, lunch, wine tasting, dessert and appetizers. Each lodge features a different floral designer and will have their creations for sale that day. A diverse selection of talented musicians will be performing a variety of seasonal music at each lodge. Charter tours are available for $65; drive-it-yourself tour tickets are $45 for a single and $80 for a couple. For information call Access IL Outdoors, 217-285-2464.

8:45 Leave Pittsfield Visitor’s Center, 224 W. Washington, Pittsfield, IL

9:15—10:45 Heartland Lodge

Food: Coffee, juice and brunch

Music: Flute Choir under the direction of Angela Lipcamon

Florist: Dora’s House of Flowers, Pittsfield, 217-285-6373

11:15—12:45 Lodge at Walnut Knob

Food: Elk chili and heavy hors d'oeuvres

Wine tasting on Upper Level, Collver’s Winery

Music: Pittsfield Swing Choir

Florist: Bloomers, Pittsfield, 217-285-6563

1:30—3:00 Kinderhook Lodge

Food: Specialty coffees, authentic “Cheesecake Factory” desserts

Music: Christmas Carolers

Florist: Fashion Flowers, New Canton, 217-426-3751

3:45—5:00 Illinois Xtreme Lodge

Food: Fresh shrimp cocktail from Mississippi, eggnog

Music: Piano and Violin performance by Susan Curry and accompanist

Florist: Kimmie’s Creations, Griggsville, 217-833-2107

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Christmas at the Lodges & Winery of Brown County

Friday, December 14 and Saturday, December 15, 2007

Come join us for a tour of some beautiful lodges and an outstanding winery in Brown County, all decorated for the Christmas season. The tour includes brunch, lunch, dessert, wine tasting, and a light dinner. Some of the lodges will have their decorations for sale. A diverse selection of very talented musicians will be performing a variety of seasonal music at each lodge. Charter tours are available for $65; drive-it-yourself tour tickets are $45 for a single and $80 for a couple. For information call Access IL Outdoors, 217-285-2464.

8:30 Leave Pamida Parking Lot, 220 S. Pittsfield Rd, Mt. Sterling, IL

8:45—10:00 Eagle Outfitters Lodge

Food: Hot & cold drinks, hot brunch buffet, fresh fruit, yogurt

Music: Bobby Kendall with a Country Christmas

Florist: Patty Stay

10:15—11:30 Twin Hollows Lodge

Food: Chili and Vegetable Soup, finger sandwiches

Music: Brown Co. High School Select Singers

Florist: April’s, 217-773-3603

12:00—1:15 Heartland Bush Camp

Food: Specialty coffees, authentic “Cheesecake Factory” desserts

Music: 3 Sisters & A Cousin