February 26-27
Pipe Dreams Organ Concert -
The concert has been cancelled due to the 2010 tornado that struck our community. The Red Cross has played an integral role in the clean-up effort and has worked tirelessly to help those in need. We look forward to the return of the concert in 2012. Thank you for your support!
Now in its 12th year, visitors will be treated to the remarkable sounds of seven different pipe organs as they attend three separate concerts daily at Streator churches. Donations will be accepted at each site with proceeds donated to the American Red Cross, Streator chapter, 204 S. Bloomington; Streator, IL 61364. 815-672-2682 or contact Mary Jo at 815-358-2679.
May 22-28 - "Pop"
Engle Lane Theatre kicks off the 2011 season in style in our newly renovated theatre! "Pop", directed by Doug Bartelt, is a musical review of the music and pop culture of the 50's, 60's and 70's. Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
May 27 -29
Heritage Days Celebration in the Streator City Park. Sponsored by the Streator Community Center, the outdoor festival includes a carnival, crafts, music, family activities, food and a parade. For more information, call 815-672-3600.
June 14
Heritage Tractor Adventure returns to Streator. Lunch will be served for the participants and visitors at the Streator Knights of Columbus at 12:00 pm. For more information contact the tourism office at 815-672-2055.
June 19-25
"Arsenic and Old Lace" directed by Joseph Ennenbach. This classic comedy is a 20-year revival first presented at Engle Lane Theatre in 1991. Don't miss the breathtaking two-story set donated by Walt Willey's World from their 2010 Ottawa Riverfest production. Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
June 29 - July 4
Streator's Fourth - America's Best! The annual Fourth of July celebration includes a carnival in the City Park, lip sync contests, food vendors and a parade with the highlight of the festivities being the awesome Fireworks display on Saturday, July 2nd at the Streator High School Athletic Field. For more information you may go to their website at www.streator4thofjuly.com
July 17-23
"The Drowsy Chaperone" directed by Greg Tullis. Called a love letter to musical theatre, this delightful new musical comedy was the darling of the 2006 Tony Awards, taking home more Tonys than any other production! Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
August 14-20
"Dear Edwina Jr." directed by Samantha Farb and Crystal Chalkey. Showcasing the talents of our area children and youth this is a bright, cheery musical comedy for the whole family! Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
September 3 - 4
Roamer Cruise Night and Car Show. The largest cruise night in downstate Illinois, featuring over 500 cars and 18,000 spectators in the downtown business district. On display is a 1917 Roamer, originally built in Streator. Cars will cruise from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday evening. Food, music, prizes, family fun. The car show will be held Sunday in the City Park with trophies awarded.
September 5
Labor Day Parade. Annual parade in downtown business district. For more information go to www.streatorchamber.com or call 815-672-2921.
September 10
Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of the First Transcontinental Flight that "stopped over" in Streator in 1911! More information to follow.
September 11-17
"Death of a Salesman" directed by Bill Jankowski. Presented for the first time at Engle Lane Theatre, this thrilling work is as relevant in America today as when it was written over sixty years ago. Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
September Art on the Prairie More information to come. Please follow us on the website at www.streator.org or email: streatortourism@gmail.com
October 9-15
"Radio WCPS Presents the The Wizard of Oz" directed by Michelle Vrtis. Join us for a version of this classic tale that you'll never forget as actors and actresses from glamorous 1940's Hollywood retell the story live before a studio audience complete with sound effects and live music. Please contact the theatre at 815-672-3584 or visit the website at www.englelane.org for details.
October 29
Annual Downtown Trick or Treat parade for youngsters in their Halloween costumes. Prizes awarded. Sponsored by the Downtown Merchants Association.
November 26
Light Up Streator, the twelfth anniversary of the lighting of the Christmas holiday decorations in the City Park. The event features a market place, Christmas toy drive, food, live music and a special visit by Santa. Following the ceremony, guests may enjoy a "Family Christmas" at the Weber House and Garden. Call 815-672-2055 for more information or email streatortourism@gmail.com
December 3
Annual downtown Santa Parade sponsored by Ace Hardware. Please contact Ace at 815-672-2439 for more information.
December
Christmas at the Weber House & Garden, 1503 Baker Street, Streator, IL. Visitors to this popular tourist attraction will enjoy special holiday decorations of the historic home. Candles illuminate the house and each room has a unique story to be told. For more information call 815-672-8327 or go to the website at www.weberhouseandgarden.com
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