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Galena and Jo Daviess County hosts a variety of festivals and special events throughout the year. Our gatherings are perfect opportunities to meet old friends and make new ones. Create a custom list of diverse events by performing a search below. A printed Calendar of Events may be ordered online or by calling toll-free 877-Go Galena (464-2536).
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Stepping Out: 150 Years of Footwear  Mar 15-18  (9am-4:30pm)
From a pair of 1847 dancing slippers to 21st century stilettos, enjoy this temporary collector's showcase of footwear and related accouterments. Adults $7, ages 10-18 $5, under 10 free. Galena History Museum, 211 S. Bench St., Galena. 815-777-9129.

Nature's Treasures 11th Anniversary Open House  Mar 15-21  (10am-5pm)
You are invited to help us celebrate our 11th Anniversary and the arrival of Spring. Bring a friend, enjoy refreshments, and spin the Wheel of Savings! Showcasing new Spring products for the home and garden. Free. Nature's Treasures, 3602 US Rt. 20 W., Woodbine. 815-858-3722.

Ryan Mansion Tours  Mar 15-16, 19-21  (10am-3:30pm)
Entertaining tours of Victorian life. The servants invite you to join in the fun and time travel to 1882. $10. Ryan Mansion, 11373 Hwy 20 W., Galena. 815-281-0408.

The Mystery of Wire Crochet Workshop  Mar 15
Learn the secrets of wire crochet by making a triple strand wire crochet necklace. Reservations required. Call for times. $30 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

Stockton Heritage Program Series  Mar 16  (7:30pm)
Historical and informational programs presented by local area residents. Free. Stockton Heritage Museum, 107 W. Front Ave., Stockton. 815-947-9144.

Linking and Creative Settings Workshop  Mar 16
Make creative filigree settings and link necklace or bracelet. Reservations required. Call for times. $30 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

St. Patrick's Day Parade  Mar 17  (5:30pm)
A "fun for the whole family" parade including bands and floats. Pre-registration requested for participants. Free. Main St. Galena. 815-777-0467.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration  Mar 17  (6:30pm)
Family celebration of Irish spirit with drinks, Irish menu, and live entertainment with Johnny & the Singing Machine after the parade. Winners of the parade announced. Free. Benjamin's, 103 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-0467.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration  Mar 17
Start the celebration early this year! A three day celebration features live entertainment, great Irish food and thirst quenching drink. Join us for a little Craic. Free. Frank O'Dowds Pub, 9853 US Hwy 20 W., Galena. 866-284-7474.

Wire Wrap Pendant & Necklace Workshop  Mar 17
Design a unique pendant and complete a necklace. Reservations required. Call for times. $20 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

Winter Art Show  Mar 18-21  (10am-5pm)
An exhibit of artist Dwight Walles lifes path: people, places and things along the way that added to the journey...depicted in a variety of mediums and styles including oil, watercolor, and acrylics. Free. Stone House Pottery & Gallery, 418 Spring St., Galena. 815-777-0354.

Punchneedle (Russian Embroidery) Demonstration  Mar 18-21  (2-5pm)
Embellish quilts, jeans, Christmas ornaments and anything else the imagination conjures with this easy three-dimensional needle art. No previous handwork experience necessary. Free. The Timeless Needle, Ltd., 315 S. Main St., Galena. 815-777-2204.

Come Cook with Me - WinterComfort  Mar 18-19  (6:30pm)
Hands-on cooking class in a gourmet kitchen. Class includes instruction, a meal and a recipe folder. View full menu on web site. Reservations required. $60. The Great Galena Cookery, 412 Spring St., B, Galena. 815-777-1556.

Mother's Bracelet Workshop  Mar 18
Create a single, double or triple name bracelet. Reservations required. Call for times. $15 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

Massbach Wine Tasting  Mar 19-21  (11am-5pm)
Wine tasting of estate-grown award-winning wines. Choose from over a dozen diverse wines complimented by the breathtaking scenery and vineyard. Tours available upon request. $3 tasting fee. Massbach Ridge Winery, 8837 S. Massbach Rd., Elizabeth. 815-291-6700.

New Swiss Graphic Design Exhibit  Mar 19-21  (12-5pm)
Glimpse into the inner workings of 21 leading graphic design studios and a wide range of media. Free. The Chicago Athenaeum at Galena, 601 S. Prospect St., Galena. 815-777-4444.

Irish Dancing and Entertainment  Mar 19-20  (6:30pm)
Irish dancers perform, followed by live entertainment. Free. Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub, 9853 US Hwy 20 W., Galena. 866-284-7474.

Galena's Got Talent  Mar 19-20  (7pm)
Galena's version of everyone's favorite reality talent shows. Help choose the most popular entertainers. Featuring singers, dancers, and a host of other entertainers, plus a few surprises. Adults $10, seniors $8, children under 12 $5. Galena Middle School, 1230 Franklin St., Galena. 815-777-0177.

All About A Ghost Tour  Mar 19-20  (8pm)
A fascinating tour and presentation inside Galena's oldest hotel. Researched and authentic stories about Galena's ghostly past and present. A mix of history and mystery. $10. DeSoto House Hotel, 230 S. Main St., Galena. 815-777-9252.

Nightlife-The Grape Escape  Mar 19-20  (8pm)
Live entertainment by local area artists. Call for more information. Free. The Grape Escape, 233 S. Main St., Galena. 815-776-WINE.

Creative Bling Ring Workshop  Mar 19
Design a unique filigree or wire-wrapped ring. Add clusters of crystals or natural stones to fit your style. Reservations required. Call for times. $20 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

Casper Bluff Tours  Mar 20-21  (8-9am)
A one-hour guided tour through Indian Burial Mounds and Thunderbird Effigy Mound. Learn Native American history. Bird and nature lovers. Reservations required. $10. Galena Log Cabin Getaway, 9401 W. Hart John Rd., Galena. 815-777-4200.

Learn to Crochet  Mar 20  (9-11:30am)
Workshop teaches the fundamentals of crochet. Learn to chain, single, double and half-double crochet. No experience necessary. Reservations required. $20. Fiber Wild!, 304 S. Main St., Galena. 815-777-3550.

Annual Winter Show  Mar 20-21  (10am-5pm)
A show of new watercolor paintings of winter landscapes, barns and street scenes in Galena and Jo Daviess County. Wine and cheese reception. Free. Carl Johnson's Gallery, 202 S. Main St., Galena. 815-777-1222.

Meet Artist Jody McGill  Mar 20-21  (10am-12pm)
Galena's original brass filigree jewelry artisan and designer to the stars will be in house with demonstrations and humorous anecdotes of celebrity encounters. Free. 1ofmykind.com, 123 S. Main St., Galena. 563-542-6217.

Meet Watercolorist, Carl Johnson  Mar 20  (10am-5pm)
In his gallery. He features art work from Galena, Chicago and picture perfect places throughout the world since 1970. Free. Carl Johnson's Gallery, 202 S. Main St., Galena. 815-777-1222.

Miss Annie's Academy of Victorian Arts: Fishus and Pelerines  Mar 20  (10am)
Sew this beautiful fashion accessory to compliment your Victorian daydress or ballgown. Reservations required. $25 plus kit. Annie Wiggins Guest House, 1004 Park Ave., Galena.

Alpaca Packin'  Mar 20  (11am-1pm)
Alpaca fleece demonstrations, walk an alpaca for a fee, gift shop with handmade and imported alpaca fur and more. See our TV star "Quincy the Alpaca.". Free. Adventure Creek Alpaca Farm, 9401 W. Hart John Rd., Galena. 815-777-4200.

Live Music Over Lunch  Mar 20-21  (12-3pm)
Local radio personality hosts "open mic" session for local and visiting musicians, while showcasing his original tunes. Railway Cafe, 100 Bouthillier St., Galena. 815-777-0047.

Historic Tours of the Old Stockade  Mar 20  (1-4pm)
A Galena landmark from the 1820s. History of five women instrumental to the stockade spanning 180 years. Donations appreciated. Old Stockade on the Cobblestone Street, 208 Perry St., Galena. 815-777-1222.

2nd Annual Sweet Deals  Mar 20  (6-9:30pm)
Dinner and sweet deals of silent auctions. $50. Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, 444 Eagle Ridge Dr., Galena. 815-235-8777.

Nightlife-Benjamin's  Mar 20  (9pm)
Live entertainment by Ronny & the Rockits. Benjamin's, 103 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-0467.

Rocky Waters Wine Tasting  Mar 21  (12-4pm)
Enjoy International award-winning wines while taking in the sights and sounds of Hanover's own Napa Valley. $3. Rocky Waters Vineyard & Winery, 2003 W. Hanover Rd., Hanover. 815-591-9706.

An 1880s Afternoon  Mar 21  (3pm)
The Grace Men's Quartet and the Grace Choir perform as an 1880s concert. Many special guest performances, dramatic readings and more. Free. Grace Episcopal Church, Hill & Prospect Streets, Galena. 815-777-2590.

Nightlife-Miss Kitty Quiz Show  Mar 21  (8pm)
Play a real game show and win gift certificates from Galena downtown shops, restaurants and more. Drink specials. Free. The Grape Escape, 233 S. Main St., Galena. 815-776-WINE.

Altered Pendant Workshop  Mar 21
Learn how to prepare Vintaj blanks and finish into a necklace or bracelet. Reservations required. Call for times. $15 plus materials. Galena Beads, 109 N. Main St., Galena. 815-777-4080.

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