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2010

August

6th Cobden Peach Festival (Union Co) Sponsored by the Cobden Lions Club, features carnival rides and games, Peach Queen Contest, homemade food and peach cobbler, parade on Sat. Free admission. 618-893-2425

 September

4th-5th Shawnee Hills Wine Festival (Union Co) Downtown Cobden. Food and wine, rain or shine! Listen to great bands, sample wines from all twelve wineries, local vendors shops & restaurants. Be sure to check www.shawneewinetrail.com

4th-5th  Pepper Fest (Union Co.) Darn Hot Peppers, Rancho Bella Vista, 827 Vines Rd Cobden. 11am to 5pm, A favorite gathering for all chile heads and hot pepper fans. Walk the pepper field and see many varieties of hot peppers in bloom, meet the vendors and see who makes the best hot/spicy food, visit the Pepper Farm Store and select your favorite salsa, jellies, spices and pepper products, relax, visit with friends, enjoy great local music and soak in great southern Illinois pepper heat. 618-893-1443 www.darnhotpeppers.com

October

9th-10th Union County Colorfest Celebration (Union Co) Celebrate the fall season throughout Union Co, with Home Tours by P.A.S.T from 10am to 5pm, for more information, call 618-833-3839. Participate in the biathlon race, tour the Shawnee Hills wine trail, Orchards & Farms. Kid Fest at Anna city park 9 to 5 on Sat. The Annual Wiener Dog Derby. The doggie fashion will begin at 1:00pm with the race beginning at 2:00pm. Activities at Stinson Library include a flea market, a book sale, crafts, jewelry, food and music, and the South End Stump Jumper annual variety show Sat. at 7pm. At Anna Arts Center local artists provide hands-on workshops in painting, drawing, weaving, 3-D design, mosaic, and jewelry making & evening Stage performances feature local story tellers, poets, musicians, and comedians. 800-248-4373

November

Shawnee Hills Wine Tril Open House Thanks Giving Weekend- Shop til you drop at 12 Wineries with Gift Shops and more.

 


LINKS TO MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LOCAL EVENTS                 back to top

Local Vineyards and Wineries - Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
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Alto Vineyards  
-- Bella Terra Winery
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Blue Sky Vineyards
-- Cache River Basin Vineyard and Winery

-- Hedman Orchard & Vineyard
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Inheritance Valley
-- Kite Hill Vineyard
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Owl Creek Winery & Vineyard

-- Pomona Winery
-- Rustle Hill Winery
-- StarView Vineyards
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Von JaKobs

Tourism Guides and Events
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Southern Illinois Tourism Bureau
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Union County Chamber Of Commerce
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Southern Illinois Tourist Guide
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Illinois Department of Natural Resources
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Carbondale Now
-- Union County Conservation Area
-- Cache River Basin

Cycling
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Tunnel Hill Bike Trail
-- Tunnel Hill State Trail
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American Trails

Baseball
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Southern Illinois Miners
-- Frontier League

Golf
-- Southern Illinois Golf Trail

Rock Climbing
-- Vertical Heartland Rock Climbing School

Orchards
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Rendleman Orchards
Open June through December; enjoy the market jams, jellies and gifts as well as the apples, peaches and nectarines

-- Flamm Orchards
Known not only for its orchards but also the Fruits & Cream stand. Open for the Season

-- Hedman Orchard & Vineyard
Built in 1880 this fruit farm specializes in peaches, nectarines and grapes


 

SWIMMING POOL (just outside our door)                 back to top


ANNA POOL
618-833-5222

ANNA, IL 62906

 

 

HOURS OF OPERATION

  • Public Swim 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Monday thru Saturday and Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Lap Swim 11:00 am - 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday
  • Lap Swim on Saturday & Sunday 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

EVENTS

  • Scheduled Parties 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm and 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Senior Circle Swim Tuesday & Thursday 10:45 am - 11:15 am
  • Dollar Days are Thursday & Sunday

PRICES

  • Public Swim $3.00
  • Sunday & Thursday $1.00
  • Lap Swim $1.00
  • Parties 1-50 Guest $100.00
  • Parties 51-99 Guest $130.00
  • Swim Lessons $10.00 per hr

To Schedule Parties, please call the Pool at 833-5222

ALL CHILDREN 7 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT


RESTAURANTS & CAFES                  back to top


Alto Pass


Grammer's Market
618-893-2490
Old Fashioned general store downtown Alto Pass, that specializes in deli sandwiches. Open year round Mon-Fri 7am to 5pm and Sat. from 7 to 4. Closed Sundays & Holidays

Northwest Passage Root Beer Saloon
Main St. 618-893-1634
The Alto Pass emporium has on tap four micro brewed draft root beers from St. Louis, Milwaukee, Minnesota and Chicago. Add to that a line up of gourmet deli sandwiches including sea food such as Lobster, shrimp, crab and crawfish, smoked turkey breast, country ham, prime rib, peel & eat shrimp, even sandwiches of applewood smoked duck, pheasant, and goose. Throw in home made pies, old fashioned ice creamed sodas, sundaes, malts, shakes, banana splits, cappuccino bar, and you've found a great place to stop and see.

Peach Barn Cafe'
618-893-4923 - www.peachbarn.com
Peach Barn Cafe' is located in our old restored barn, over looking our pond. Seating is available out doors in the gazebo, or indoors in our expanded Cafe'. We feature authentic Swedish cuisine. Serving lighter lunch during the weekday, and a full menu during weekends. Open hours: Wednesday-Saturday. 12:00 (noon)-5:00 p.m., Open later hours Friday and Saturday with reservations only.
Sun. 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Anna

Brick House Grill
Looking for a first-rate dining experience? Brick House Grill is the place for locals and travelers alike. Located in downtown Anna, the Brick House offers upscale, casual dining in an eclectic atmosphere. The lunch menu features a variety of specialty salads, appetizers, and sandwiches. For lighter fare, try the grilled Italian sandwich  made with fresh mozzarella, homemade pesto, and tomatoes or baked brie with puff pastry and fresh fruit. For heartier appetites, the half pound fresh burgers are the best in town. On the dinner menu you will find innovative combinations of your favorite meats and seafood's. Selections include cashew crusted chicken with sesame-ginger aioli, Thai grilled salmon, herb and garlic encrusted pork with white wine mustard sauce, grilled rib eye covered with caramelized onions and wild mushroom gravy, and sesame- honey shrimp, among other great choices. All the desserts are made in house and are fabulous! So check it out. It's a pretty cool place.

308 S Main St, Anna PH: 618-833-5367
Tues. - Thurs. 4pm to 9pm, Fri. & Sat. 4pm to 10pm
Sunday Brunch is seasonal Closed on Mondays

Burger King
1735 E.Vienna
618-833-2978

Country Cupboard
Featuring homemade pies, wonderful soups, salads and more!
169 E Vienna St, Anna. 618-833-1640

Gift shop, cafe, crafts, antiques and catering. Open Mon-Sat for lunch 11am-3pm and for dinner on Fri. evening from 5 to 8pm.

Dairy Queen Brazier
138 E.Vienna
618-833-2171

Davis Pastry Shop
312 S.Main
618-833-2161

Dominos Pizza
1000 Leigh Ave
618-833-5300

El Jalapeno
101 Leigh Ave.
618-833-9288

Hardee's
140 E.Vienna
618-833-3980

Kentucky Fried Chicken & Taco Bell
602 E.Vienna
618-833-7921

King's Wok
214 S.Main
618-833-7552

Mac & Jenny's Pizza
322 S.Main
618-833-3674

McDonald's
508 E.Vienna
618-833-7922

Pizza Hut
Hwy. 146 & 51 618-833-4555
Appetizers, salads, pizza, pasta and sandwiches. Lunch buffet Mon-Fri.

Pizza Villa
108 Lafayette
618-833-4041

Sonic
215 E.Vienna
618-833-1818

Southern Barbeque
147 E.Vienna 618-833-5334
Complete breakfast menu, plate lunches and homemade pies. Open 6am to 2pm, closed on Mondays

Subway
146 & Lick Creek
618-833-5049

The Depot
124 E. Davie 618-833-7124
Daily plate lunch, sandwiches, steaks, fish & chicken. Open 11am to midnight, closed on Sundays.

Trail of Tears Junction
148 Leigh Dr.
618-833-5433

Belknap

Wineaux's Restaurant
Cache RiverBasin Vineyard and Winery
315 Forman Lane-Belknap, IL
618-658-2274
Sunday - 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Monday and Tuesday - Closed for Rentals - Wednesday Through Saturday - 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Cobden

Appleknocker Cafe
111 Appleknocker Dr.
618-893-4846

Taqueria Pequena
(Little Houses of Tacos)
618-893-1353

The Palace Pizzeria
215 N. Appleknocker Drive 618-893-4415
Dine Indoors or out. Pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads. 12 flavors of ice cream.

Yellow Moon Coffee House
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8AM-2PM.   Friday Dinner 7PM - 10PM.  Saturday 9AM-midnight                       Located in Downtown Cobden 110 Front Street - www.yellowmooncafe.com
618-893-2394

Jonesboro

Cerro de la Silla
Public Square 618-833-8833
Authentic Mexican food. Mon-Thurs 11am to 8pm and to 9pm on Fri & Sat. Closed on Sundays, and for the month of July.

Dixie Barbeque
205 W. Broad 618-833-6437
Dine in or carry out. Sandwiches and sides.

Four Corners Restaurant
Public Square 618-833-4828
Home cooking, serving full breakfast and plate lunches, with dinners on Fri & Sat.

JR's
Public Square
618-833-3657

Raices Latinas
402 Public Square, Jonesboro. 573-979-1467
Open Mon-Sat. from 10:30am to 9pm (closed on Sun)

Trail of Tears Lodge

Makanda

Giant City Lodge
Giant City State Park 618-457-4921
Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner daily, from 8am to 8:30pm. Closed for the month of Jan. Family style chicken dinners, steaks, chops, ribs, & seafood.


FIND A MAP                 back to top

* Please Read* When using MapQuest or Yahoo map or any other driving directions, FAIRGROUND Street is an ALLEY and is NOT MARKED!!! you will need to turn onto Jefferson Street or Davie Street

Directions from Cape Girardeau:

  • Cross the (only) bridge into Illinois.
  • Upon entering Illinois you will be on Route 146.
  • In 3 miles Route 146 will come to a "T" and turn left.
  • In Approximately 12 miles Route 146 turns right.
  • In 8 miles you will come to the Jonesboro, IL Square, featuring a water fountain in the center.
  • Continue driving East 2 miles until you come to the first set of traffic lights (Jefferson Street) in Anna, IL
  • Turn Right onto Jefferson continue South 2 blocks to a 4-way stop (Freeman Street).
  • Turn Left onto Freeman and continue for 2 blocks to the Davie School Inn on your Right.

Directions from I-57 North

  • Exit 36 will bring you to Route 146
  • Turn Right (West) onto Route 146
  • In Approximately 6 miles you will come to Anna, IL.
  • After the 3rd set of traffic light you will pass (on your left) a McDonald's, Sonic, and a Police Station.
  • Just past the Police Station you will need to turn Left onto Market Street (just opposite the Casey's General Store).
  • After crossing a set of railroad tracks you will come to a "T" (Davie Street).
  • Turn Right onto Davie for 2 blocks and you will come to Freeman Street.
  • Turn Left onto Freeman for 2 blocks to the the Davie School Inn on your left.



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