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Morris, established in 1842, is located in northeastern Illinois in Grundy County (of which it is the county seat) 60 miles southwest of Chicago about 20 miles southwest of Joliet along Highway 47 on the banks of the Illinois River/I & M Canal. Interstate 80 skirts the northern city limits. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 11,477, an increase of 1,203 since 1990.

The town is situated in a recreation-rich area. Within minutes of town are Gebhard Woods State Park, William G. Stratton State Park, Goose Lake Prarie State Natural Area, Des Plaines SFWA, Kankakee River State Park and Silver Springs State Park. In addition, golfers enjoy their outings at Nettle Creek Country Club.

Grundy County Corn Festival | Heidecke Lake | Morris Hospital |
Illinois Counties Grundy County |
Illinois State Parks Gebhard Woods State Park | William G. Stratton State Park |
Public Libraries Morris Area Public Library |
Motels, Hotels and Resorts Comfort Inn Morris | Park motel | Super 8 Morris IL |
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Century 21 Coleman-Kohlhagen |

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02/18 Coming to The area
Dairy State Cheese and Beer Festival Kenosha WI April20 This fun-filled event includes cheese from around the state of Wisconsin, some of the area’s finest beers and live music.
North Shore Unitarian Church Art Fair Deerfield IL April27-28 NSUC's annual ART FAIR is a juried show featuring the original works of 65+ talented artists and artisans. The fine art and fine crafts exhibited include photography, painting, ceramics, glass, paper, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, clothing and mixed media. Exhibiting artists come from Illinois as well as from several surrounding states.
Dutch Days Festival Fulton IL May3-4 Arts and Crafts Vendors; Food and Concession Stands; Windmill Tours; Dutch Dancing and Costumes; Antique Tractor Display; Dutch Treasures Display; Heritage Canyon w/Early American Crafters; Hindeloopen Painting Demo and Sales; Stippling Display and Parade.
Chocolate Fest Long Grove IL May3-5 Dive into three days of nothing but CHOCOLATE! Mmm, chocolate strawberries, donuts, and much more! Every spring, the Village of Long Grove celebrates the existence of the world's best tasting antioxidant.
Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair Lombard IL May5 The Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair is held annually on St. Charles Road between Main and Elizabeth in downtown Lombard. All of the proceeds received from the craft booth rentals are donated to local charities. Features 140 craft exhibitors and 4000 attendees throughout the day.
Peoria Heights Art Fair Peoria Heights IL May11 A great weekend is planned; the show coincides with the Race for the Cure and the Illinois Art League members show at the Village Hall. A hospitality tent will be open throughout the Art Fair with coffee and donuts in the morning and water and fruit during the day .


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