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Willoughby Heritage Farm

631 Willoughby Lane, , IL 62234

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Willoughby Heritage Farm takes you back to farm life in the 1940s - complete with barns, tractors, a Craftsman-style farmhouse, and 30-acres of wildlife preserve.

This public park and farm features a community garden. Kids love visiting with the farm animals throughout the property and in the barn. Hiking trails take you down winding paths, across bridges, and through scenic vistas. Keep te kids busy for hours at the playground. Classes are available for Introduction to Archery, Beekeeping, and much more. Pavillions are available for rent, and primitive camping is permitted with reservations. Get back to nature when you treat yourself to a day at Willoughby Heritage Farms.

Guided tours available for groups by appointment.

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City of La Salle's Celebration of Lights

Rotary Park •  Nov 09 – Jan 01 @ 5PM

Join us at Rotary Park as we flip the switch on one of the biggest and brightest winter light displays in North Central Illinois!

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Nov 21 – Jan 01

The holiday season is celebrated with light displays in Forest Park.

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Shelbyville Festival of Trees

Nov 21 – Jan 01

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