May 13
Long Grove Chocolate Fest
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Last Saturday, my girlfriend and I hit the road and took a bus trip. Our destination…Long Grove Village, Illinois, for the Chocolate Festival. This may become an annual tradition for us. Last year, we went to see Diana: A Celebration.
According to flyer we received…The Village of Long Grove was originally settled as a German farming community. Northwest of Chicago, it is recognized as one of the nation’s genuine historic villages and is Illinois’ first historic district.
Nestled in historic homes and buildings that date back to the community’s roots in the 1800’s, Long Grove’s many shops specialize in unique gifts, boutiques, exceptional art and home décor, and distinctive menus.
We had a blast. It was a little chilly and overcast, but we comforted ourselves by checking out the great shops and vendors.
Walking around the village was a delight. There’s a covered bridge, cobblestone paths, and places to sit down.
Even with the hustle and bustle of the festival, Long Grove had a peaceful vibe.
There were so many interesting things to look at.
How about tools in the sidewalk?
We also had the opportunity to talk with Katie Moritz, award-winning hammered dulcimer player,
and listen to her beautiful music. If you’d like to hear a sample of Katie’s sound, you can check out her website . Katie and Lisa Ferguson have a new CD coming out called Kaleidoscope.
It was a lovely day with my best friend, whom I dearly love. If you want to see what we looked like when we first met in kindergarten, check out this post.
Daily Inspiration
 
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Abraham Lincoln
What a pretty place, the tools inlaid into the path are very quirky.
Katie is a real expert with the dulcimer, what a nice sound it has.
That is such a long time to be friends with someone, I think my oldest friend and me have known each other for about 26 years now.
Lynne x
Did you say chocolate?! Oh I really mustn’t let Mum read this or all hell will brake loose! Mum LOVES the stuff though she’s really not allowed it. I’ve never had any, which strikes me as a bit unfair…. Deccy x
I’ve had Long Grove chocolate before! What a treat! Long Grove is such a pretty and fun place to visit. I’m glad you got to go and enjoy it!
That looks like a lot of fun! My BFF plays the dulcimer. I will have to tell her about this. She would love it, too.
What a lovely time you had. Thanks for sharing it.
(Have I seen that bridge in a film? Or maybe it just looks like lots of other bridges…..)
Love and licks, Winnie
What a beautiful place!
Dachshund Nola
OH NO!!! We live about 20 minutes from Long Grove and missed the chocolate festival!!!
Your pal, Pip
Chocolate Festival! Sounds like a lot of fun! Love the kindergarten picture of you and your friend!
Hey, just found your business card in my purse and checked this out. Your blog is really great! Thanks for including me!