Live Music in Jackson County
Get ready to tune into the beat of Jackson County, where the live music scene is alive and growing! From cozy venues with intimate vibes to grand outdoor concerts under the stars, this area is a hidden gem for music lovers. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, here’s some insight into enjoying the […]
Savoring the Best Brunch Around Murphysboro, IL
Murphysboro, Illinois, is not just a haven for nature lovers and history buffs but also a growing hub for food enthusiasts. When it comes to brunch, a trio of delightful spots promise a memorable culinary experience: Faye in Murphysboro, Emily’s Eatery in Dowell, and St. Nicholas Brewing Company in Murphysboro. Each venue brings its unique […]
Midland Inn, A Staple of Jackson County
Known for having the best margaritas in southern Illinois, The Midland Inn in Murphysboro, Illinois, is a highly-regarded restaurant located at 7570 Old Highway 13. Over many years it has earned a solid reputation, holding a 4 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor and being recognized as the Best Overall Restaurant by The Southern Illinoisan’s […]
Nature on Tap
Block Party Music Series by Brews Brothers Taproom
Summer is upon us, and there’s no better way to enjoy the warm evenings than by attending a lively, family-friendly event that brings the community together. This season, the Brews Brothers Taproom is hosting an incredible Block Party Music Series that promises fun for all ages. Nestled just a block from downtown, this event transforms […]
Paint the Town Green: Murphysboro St. Patrick’s Celebration 2024
Get ready to celebrate a tradition that has been lighting up Murphysboro with Irish cheer since 1986! The Murphysboro Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the Murphysboro St. Patrick’s Celebration 2024, happening from March 14th to 17th! Dust off your green attire, gather your friends and family, and join us for a series of exciting events […]
Summer 48 | A Film Race at The Liberty Theatre
Lindsay + Tim Stockhecke www.deliciouslyordinary.com There’s something about a ‘film festival’ that has felt wildly intimidating to me. An event reserved for those who can readily recall factoids about cult classics, know the names of obsure directors and reference lesser known award shows. But when a friend of mine described the experience she had making […]
Festival Lights on September Nights | The 2023 Murphysboro Apple Festival
Lindsay + Tim Stockhecke www.deliciouslyordinary.com With attendance exceeding 45,000 the Murphysboro Apple Festival is anything but small, but somehow organizers have preserved the small-town feeling in spite of the impressive visitor count. When we stopped at their headquarters organizers attributed some of this to the choice to not sell wristbands, describing not wanting guests to […]
Sunset and A Concert | A Series
Lindsay + Tim Stockhecke www.deliciouslyordinary.com It’s both easy and hard to miss Carl Lee Park Pavilion and Bandshell as you drive down Murphysboro Mainstreet. The hustle and bustle of a busy downtown street can make the featured sculpture, completed in 2010, go overlooked but, once seated in the cut grass listening to the acoustics provided […]
Come one, come all | Rte 51 Brewing Company and Banquet Facility
Lindsay + Tim Stockhecke www.deliciouslyordinary.com As honey-hued wheat dances alongside the road, and a train whistle can be heard in the distance you can almost mistake Rte 51 Brewing Company and Banquet Facility for an industrial facility, which makes sense as this brewery is housed within what was previously Purcell’s Flooring building. Opening in 2016 […]
