Springfield Parks website offer these safety tips:
Saturday, February 12, 2011
#71 Sledding
In the winter months there is more than enough snow fall for sledding. Springfield has enough hilly areas to sled. Also, there are enough places that host sledding to keep it safe. Two of the best place to go are Centennial Park and Pasfield Golf Course.
Springfield Parks website offer these safety tips:
Only sled within the designated sledding areas listed above Make sure children wear a helmet Dress warm (hats, gloves, boots...) Be courteous of other sledders. Stay off of frozen ponds and creeks Only sled with a responsible adult Never sled alone Never sled after dark
Springfield Parks website offer these safety tips:
Friday, February 11, 2011
#70 Springfield Jr. Blues
Springfield has its very own hockey team that is part of the North American Hockey League. The season last from September until March. They play their home games at The Nelson Center in Lincoln Park.
Enjoy a fast pace game of hockey. Make sure to buy a snack and a beer.
Tickets are affordable at under $10.
Kid Friendly
Beer Friendly
Med/Small Group Friendly
Want to learn more? http://springfieldjrblues.pointstreaksites.com/view/springfieldjrblues/home
Enjoy a fast pace game of hockey. Make sure to buy a snack and a beer.
Tickets are affordable at under $10.
Kid Friendly
Beer Friendly
Med/Small Group Friendly
Want to learn more? http://springfieldjrblues.pointstreaksites.com/view/springfieldjrblues/home
Thursday, February 10, 2011
#69 D'Arcy's Pint
Located at 661 W. Standford Ave. this place has been open since 1998 and boast the best horseshoes in Springfield.
If you're not enjoying a horseshoe, then head to the bar and enjoy the Irish decor.
This place fills up fast and does not take reservations. But the food is worth the wait. They are not open on Sunday's.
TIPS: Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest. If you've never been try going during the week and as early as possible.
Want to learn more? http://www.darcyspintonline.com/
If you're not enjoying a horseshoe, then head to the bar and enjoy the Irish decor.
This place fills up fast and does not take reservations. But the food is worth the wait. They are not open on Sunday's.
TIPS: Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest. If you've never been try going during the week and as early as possible.
Want to learn more? http://www.darcyspintonline.com/
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
#68 Old State Capitol
Located at Old State Capitol Plaza, near 6th & Adams Sts was once the daily work place of Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas.
Visitor can take a guided tour or look around on your own. The building also host special events that are open to the public.
This location is walking distance from many other sites and restaurants around downtown.
Want to learn more? http://www.oldstatecapitol.org/osc.htm
Visitor can take a guided tour or look around on your own. The building also host special events that are open to the public.
This location is walking distance from many other sites and restaurants around downtown.
Want to learn more? http://www.oldstatecapitol.org/osc.htm
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
#67 Trivia Night
Are you one of those people who has a ton of useful and useless knowledge, yet you have no outlet for it? Try Springfield Trivia. The site let's the viewer know up coming trivia nights in the area. Not only that, but there are trivia challenge on the website.
Not only is there a list of events, but there are teams searching for players and individuals who want to start a team.
Teams are usually 5-10 people and cost is on average $10 a person. The prizes depend on the event!
So get a team together, check the schedule.
Want to learn more? http://www.springfieldtrivia.com/
Not only is there a list of events, but there are teams searching for players and individuals who want to start a team.
Teams are usually 5-10 people and cost is on average $10 a person. The prizes depend on the event!
So get a team together, check the schedule.
Want to learn more? http://www.springfieldtrivia.com/
Monday, February 7, 2011
#66 Boys High School Basketball City Tournament
Held very January, The Boys Basketball City Tournament features Springfield High School, Southeast High School, Lanphier High School and Sacred Heart- Griffin. It takes place in The Prarie Capital Convention Center downtown.
This is a 3 night tournament and each night 2 games are played. This is a great way to not only see up and coming players but to see the school spirit from the students. If you are from Springfield, it's fun to watch as an alum. If you're not from Springfield it's a great spectacle within its self.
The cost is usually low. Usually it ranges anywhere from 5-7 dollars. Also, help out your old school and bring some can goods to help with the Spirit of Giving Award.
The tournament is now somewhere in its 60's and is a Springfield tradition.
TIP: Park somewhere downtown early, have dinner and walk to the PCCC. There will more than likely be little parking.
Kid Friendly
Med/Large Group Friendly
This is a 3 night tournament and each night 2 games are played. This is a great way to not only see up and coming players but to see the school spirit from the students. If you are from Springfield, it's fun to watch as an alum. If you're not from Springfield it's a great spectacle within its self.
The cost is usually low. Usually it ranges anywhere from 5-7 dollars. Also, help out your old school and bring some can goods to help with the Spirit of Giving Award.
The tournament is now somewhere in its 60's and is a Springfield tradition.
TIP: Park somewhere downtown early, have dinner and walk to the PCCC. There will more than likely be little parking.
Kid Friendly
Med/Large Group Friendly
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
#65 Holy Land Diner
Located at 107 W Cook St. in the historic Vinegar Hill Mall. It's also walking distance from the Capital building, The State Museum
This restaurant boast a vegetarian buffet, Middle Eastern and Greek foods.
They even have a Greek Horseshoe! It's a great place to get away from the Midwest meat and potato kind of meal. Try some hummus, falafel or baklavah
Holy Land Diner is open during lunch hours Mon-Thurs 11am to 2pm and Friday 5pm to 9pm.
Kid Friendly
Small Group Friendly
Date Night
This restaurant boast a vegetarian buffet, Middle Eastern and Greek foods.
They even have a Greek Horseshoe! It's a great place to get away from the Midwest meat and potato kind of meal. Try some hummus, falafel or baklavah
Holy Land Diner is open during lunch hours Mon-Thurs 11am to 2pm and Friday 5pm to 9pm.
Kid Friendly
Small Group Friendly
Date Night
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