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Galva Freedom Fest 4th. of July Weekend Activities: July 3 - 5, 2009 - Brochure...
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showing all events during the 3 day weekend of activities is listed here. Click here for page 1 of brochure and click here for page 2 of brochure.
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Bishop Hill Fine Arts - Loft Guest Apt. - Now Open and also introducing The Bishop Hill Fine Arts - Antiques & Gift shop.... |
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Established in 1851, the 2nd. floor guest apartment located in the historic 1848 Carriage and Carpentry Building, has been lovingly restored with all the modern conveniences without loosing any of the old world charm of the 1840's, into a 1 bedroom loft style guest apartment, complete with private bath, kitchen, dining space, private bedroom, and living room with spacious windows overlooking the beautiful Village Park of Bishop Hill. Loft apartment sleeps up to 5 adults comfortably. Please note this is not a B & B, but is instead an actual guest apartment with private entrance and parking located in 1848 National Landmark Historical Building with all the modern conveniences. Think old fashioned rooming house/guest apartment, but you and your friends/family are the only guests. Cozy and comfortable with a scenic view of Village Park. Great location on the main street of Bishop Hill and within easy walking distance of everything! Stop by our website for more information regarding the Loft Guest Apt. available for overnight, nightly rental that is family friendly and awaiting you. Also check out our new antique shop that is conveniently located in Bishop Hill, IL, between the Colony Inn bar and P.L. Johnson's restaurant. Antique shop not only has beautiful antiques, but also features beautiful lamps, framed art, jewelry, primitives and so much more. Visit our website at www.bishophillfinearts.com
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Bishop Hill Antique Show & Sale - July 11, 2009 in Bishop Hill, IL...
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...9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Colony School grounds. Admission $3. Features 50 antique dealers, live music. Breakfast and lunch available. Rain or shine. Info: Jim and Cheri Campbell at 927-3037 or www.bishophill.com. Don't forget to check out the great shops, restaurants and museums while in beautiful and scenic Bishop Hill Illinois.
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VangHall Galleri in Bishop Hill Presents Three New Artists: July 3 - 26, 2009 - Exhibit...
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Lonnie Lawson, Ceramics; Lee Kimball, Pastels; Todd Voss, Oils. Reception: July 10, 2009 from 5-8p.m. with the public invited and refreshments to be served. Exhibit runs July 3 -26, 2009. VagnHall Galleri is located on the 2nd. floor of the Prairie Arts Center in Bishop Hill, IL. For more information, please call Jeff at 309-927-3008.
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Visit Henry County - Many Great Attractions Await You in Your Own Backyard... |
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The Henry County Tourism Bureau was formed to promote tourism for Henry County, Illinois; to provide educational opportunities for Henry County's hospitality services; to create and promote awareness of Henry County's history, nature, agriculture, culture, preservation and public use; to cultivate a better understanding of the economic and social value of tourism to the consuming public; and to provide educational opportunities including, but not limited to seminars, workshops and presentations concerning all aspects of tourism. The people of Henry County encourage you to experience our historic sites, museums, attractions, festivals, and special events, hike & bike along the Hennepin Canal trail, visit our unique restaurants, specialty shops, antique stores, and golf courses. Stay overnight in our bed & breakfasts, campgrounds, and our motels and hotels. Browse through our website www.visithenrycounty.com and taste a piece of our county, then come visit us. You will be glad you did! Towns in Henry County that you will want to put on your travel itinery are as follows: Alpha; Andover; Annawan; Atkinson; Bishop Hill; Cambridge; Colona; Galva; Hooppole; Kewanee; Orion; Osco and Woodhull.
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Ninth Annual Midwest Folk Festival Comes to Western Illinois - Aug., 1 -2, 2009.... |
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The ninth annual Midwest Folk Festival returns to historic Bishop Hill, located in the state’s western Henry County August 1-2, 2009. The Illinois Arts Council and Bishop Hill Heritage Association in conjunction with Company of Folk, the Iowa Arts Council and Wisconsin Arts Board proudly present this free outdoor event that celebrates diverse cultures and folk artists of the sponsoring states. The once bustling 19th century communal settlement of Bishop Hill preserves a cultural legacy and provides an exciting location for this event. The annual festival has drawn thousands of visitors in its various locations.
The festival will showcase the music and dance styles of a diverse group of ethnic and folk artists from the region. Work created by approximately a dozen artists and showcasing a variety of cultures represented in the Midwest will also be on display. A family area, led by participating festival artists, will offer hands-on activities for children of all ages.
For more information contact Susan Dickson, Director of Ethnic and Folk Arts, Illinois Arts Council by phone 312/814-6740 or email susan.dickson@illinois.gov. For more information on Bishop Hill, visit www.bishophill.com or visit www.visithenrycounty.com or visit www.bishophillartscouncil.com
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Bishop Hill Shops, Lodging, Restaurants, Museums Open Year-Round... |
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In 1846, a group of Swedish immigrants seeking religious freedom left their native land under the guidance of their charismatic spiritual leader, Erik Jansson. The site for their new utopia, later called Bishop Hill, was described to them as a “land of plenty, brimming with milk and honey,” and they struggled to make it so. These Janssonists built a successful communal society based on economic and religious principals. Many of the structures erected during this building campaign still exist. The colony grew and flourished for fifteen years before disbanding in 1861.
Today, Bishop Hill is a quiet country village where descendants of the flesh and descendants of the noble spirit of those original colonists still live and strive to make this community a utopia restored. Bishop Hill is a National Landmark Village, listed in the National Register of Historic Places and it is an Illinois State Historic Site. We are the pride of Henry County, Illinois.
Join us! We invite you to taste the history of this once-bustling 19th century settlement. Sample our fascinating museums, quaint eateries, unique gift shops, and art galleries. Peek into the past at our seasonal festivals and holiday celebrations. Spend hours or days here with family & friends. Renew your spirit in this peaceful prairie retreat. Discover why Bishop Hill remains a Utopia on the Prairie - then and now.
Go to www.bishophillfinearts.com and click on Calendar of Events to see what festivals are upcoming in scenic Bishop Hill, IL.
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Bingo...
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stay turned for upcoming dates to play Bingo and support Freedom Fest. Upcoming dates will be posted online soon. Bingo will be at 7 p.m. at F.U. White School gym, 301 NW 4th Ave., Galva. $5 per set, with two games off the floor. Two sessions and intermission. Cash prizes. Hosted by Freedom Fest Committee.
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Galva Inn & Suites... |
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is now open and taking reservations. If looking for a great local place to stay during your visit to our area, check out the Galva Inn & Suites. Room reservations are now being taken with the motel open July 30, 2007. Call 309-932-2841 to make your reservation. Conveniently located to the Swedish Village of Bishop Hill, IL with great shopping and dining, with a wealth of other area attractions to visit as well.
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Spivey Auction House - A Way to Banish Your Cabin Fever This Winter... |
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Something for everyone. Consignment and estate auctions. Check out our website for an up-to-date listing of real estate, estate, and consignment auctions, complete with sale bills and pictures of items to be auctioned. Visit www.spiveyauction.com
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668 Zoning Ordinance... |
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download the 668 Zoning Ordinance (PDF format). Contact City Hall for more information.
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City of Galva Blog... |
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a new blog for the folks living in and around Galva. City of Galva Blog . Comment or discuss topics of interest to all Galvans.
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Business Website Creation... |
| if you're a business or professional and need a website, contact us. We can create a new domain or refreshen that old, dry website. Including your own browser updates, shopping carts, as well as free graphics and free email contact links. We'll beat any written quote! Contact Chuck at galva@usa.com (P.O.Box 41 Galva,IL 61434). Do it today! |
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| Galva Building
Permits |
| The City of Galva requires homeowners to obtain a building permit for any alterations in the size of their home. This includes room additions, new decks or fences, or other structures. If in doubt about the need for a permit, please contact City Hall at 932-2555 before you begin construction. |
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"Build-Your-Page" (BLOG) and "Guestbook"... |
The old "Galva Guestbook" and "Build-Your-Page" scripts have retired and are no longer available. Suggest using the 123guestbook website for those interested in creating their very own guestbooks. For those persons interested in creating their own free website, try a BLOG instead. Go to
Blogger.Com
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MyBlog.Com
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BlogEasy.Com
or, one of many other free blogsites and give it a try. Once you've created created your guestbook or blogsite, email your site's URL and we'll post the link .
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