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  It’s Oktoberfest in Galena!! Live music (polka anyone?), food, and of course some great local Ales. I’m thinking the beer stein endurance contest might be entertaining. Fun starts Sat. Oct. 1 at 10a.m. I’ll be there looking for some good video, so bring it! Go to the Galena Lions website for details.

Warren and Kathy Bell opened the doors to The Galena Brewing Company as recent as July 2010. But, Galena’s love affair with stout began long before that… In the early 1800’s when the lead mining industry was booming, Galena was home to nine breweries, which are represented as the nine stars in the Galena Brewing … Continue reading »

There are so many cool stores and shops on Main Street in Galena, but Poopsie’s is one of my faves! It’s a quirky name, with quirky (the cool kind of quirky) products – for both kids and grown-ups! Alana, co-owner of Poopsie’s says if you can’t make it to Galena, check out the Poopsie’s website. … Continue reading »

  Looking for a delectably delicious way to beat the heat in Galena this summer? Check out Main Street Gelato Bar for some sweet, soothing coolness served up with a side of small town friendly service. I sat down with co-owner Angela DeVere, who I found quite charming and engaging, for a chat. See what … Continue reading »

  Robert and Joyce Lawlor started making wine in the 1970’s in McGregor, Iowa. In 1978 the family opened a second winery in LaCrosse, WI. In 1985, the Lawlors opened the newly restored 1840’s granary building on Main Street in Galena. 5,000 gallons of wine were produced in the first year. By 1990, the family … Continue reading »