Episodes

  • On the Map: Escape to Manchester, Vermont this fall

    On the Map: Escape to Manchester, Vermont this fall
    Oct 21 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by John Burnham, Executive Director of the Manchester Business Association, to highlight Manchester, Vermont. Experience breathtaking views and beautiful fall colors that become even more vibrant during this time of the year! Listen to learn all about the music festivals, unique museums, and specialty stores that make Manchester a […]
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  • The Lake Geneva Beer and Spirits Festival is back!

    The Lake Geneva Beer and Spirits Festival is back!
    Oct 11 2024
    Barb Krause, Publisher and CEO of At The Lake magazine, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the Lake Geneva Beer and Spirits Festival, making its long-awaited return on October 26th at the Ridge Hotel just outside Lake Geneva. Listen to learn about the food, dancing, Halloween-themed beer, and 40-plus breweries and distilleries that will […]
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  • Exploring Hocking Hills, Ohio: Fall Excursions, Pumpkin Shows, Halloween Hikes and more!

    Exploring Hocking Hills, Ohio: Fall Excursions, Pumpkin Shows, Halloween Hikes and more!
    Oct 5 2024
    Karen Raymore, Executive Director of the Hocking Hills Tourism Association joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to tall all things Fall! If you’re looking for the perfect fall getaway, Hocking Hills has this and much more this season. Visit explorehockinghills.com for more information!
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  • Celebrate at Lake Geneva’s Oktoberfest

    Celebrate at Lake Geneva’s Oktoberfest
    Sep 21 2024
    Alexandria Binanti, Executive Director of downtown Lake Geneva, joins Jon Hansen (filling in for Dave Plier) to talk about Lake Geneva Oktoberfest. Alexandria shares vendors that’ll be there, their 28th anniversary, and how Dungeons and Dragons originated in Lake Geneva. Oktoberfest will be October 12th-13th celebrating traditional German heritage in the community. Find more information […]
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  • Chicago Gourmet 2024 is coming soon!

    Chicago Gourmet 2024 is coming soon!
    Sep 14 2024
    President & CEO of the Illinois Restaurant Association Sam Toia joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight one of the nation’s top culinary festivals, Chicago Gourmet, which is taking place September 21-29. Go to chicagogourmet.org for more.
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  • On the Map: ‘Fall’ in love with Lake Geneva

    On the Map: ‘Fall’ in love with Lake Geneva
    Sep 14 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by Stephanie Klett, President & Chief Executive Officer of VISIT Lake Geneva, to highlight why people come near and far to visit Lake Geneva during the autumn months. Listen to learn about their fall activities which include apple picking, candle making, and their Pumpkin Drop and Fall Festival which […]
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  • On the Map: Andrea Darlas on fall happenings at the University of Illinois

    On the Map: Andrea Darlas on fall happenings at the University of Illinois
    Sep 7 2024
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by Andrea Darlas, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Media Relations & Public Affairs, to discuss all the fun fall events happening at the University of Illinois.
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  • On the Map: Experience Champaign-Urbana

    On the Map: Experience Champaign-Urbana
    Sep 7 2024
    Terri Reifsteck, Vice President of Marketing & Community Engagement for Experience Champaign-Urbana, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to discuss all Champaign-Urbana has to offer. From food to live music to arts and culture Champaign-Urbana has it all! Terri helps you know what are some of the great fun events planned for fall and where you […]
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