The Owl House

06/04/2026

Have fun in a historic single family home in Galena!

06/04/2026

Visiting downtown Galena? Why only rent a room when you can have an entire historic house downtown!

Checkout www.galenaowlhouse.com

06/04/2026

Fabulous unique experience in Galena! Highly recommend!

06/04/2026

And walk our beautiful Galena River Trail after that lunch at Otto’s! And then celebrate with a great glass of wine or a fabulous cocktail at Jamie’s on Main Street!

There’s no better place to spend a weekend than Galena 🌷

Start your morning with fresh pastries and coffee, stroll Main Street for one-of-a-kind finds, dive into history, and wrap up your day with a sweet treat (or two 😉).

✨ Your perfect day might look like:
☕ Morning stops at Galena Bakehouse & Galena Roasters Coffee Shop
🛍️ Shopping at Poopsie's, Simply Elegant Boutique - Galena, IL & The Feathered Nest
🍳 Lunch at Otto's Place
🏛️ Explore Galena and U.S. Grant History Museum or hop on Galena Trolley Tours
🍦 End with a treat from the American Old Fashion Ice Cream Parlor

Save this for your next visit!

06/04/2026

If you’re visiting Galena and you enjoy fine wine, don’t miss this opportunity for a fabulous wine tasting at Jamie‘s Wine Studio on Main Street!

🍷 An Exclusive Afternoon with Justin Ward of Laird Family Estate 🍷

Join us at Jamie’s Wine Studio of Galena for a rare opportunity to experience one of Napa Valley’s most respected family-owned wineries alongside one of its most passionate ambassadors.

📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We are thrilled to welcome Justin Ward, National Sales Manager for Laird Family Estate. Justin’s journey into wine began with a passion for Italian wines and a job at a Virginia wine shop before he followed his dream across the country to Napa Valley. After many years with Laird Family Estate, he has become part of the family, working his way from the tasting room to representing the winery nationwide. Known for his warm personality and deep knowledge of Napa wines, Justin brings the stories, people, and vineyards behind every bottle to life.

Laird Family Estate has been farming Napa Valley vineyards since 1970 and today is one of the largest landowners and grape growers in Napa Valley, cultivating more than 2,000 acres of premium vineyards. While the majority of their fruit is sold to prestigious wineries, only a small percentage is reserved for their own acclaimed estate wines.

During this special tasting, guests will enjoy:

🍇 Laird Ranch Chardonnay
🍇 Ghost Ranch Pinot Noir
🍇 Jillian’s Proprietary Red Blend
🍇 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
🍇 Library vintages of Flat Rock Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
🍇 Library vintages of Mast Ranch Single Vineyard Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

From elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to world-class Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, this curated lineup showcases the depth, character, and craftsmanship that have made Laird Family Estate a hidden gem among Napa wine enthusiasts.

Whether you’re a longtime collector or simply love discovering exceptional wines, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss.

🍷 Great wine. Great stories. Great company.

We look forward to sharing this special experience with you at Jamie’s Wine Studio of Galena.

05/31/2026

What a charming town to visit!

05/31/2026

Galena is such a beautiful town! Come stay in our historic single family home in downtown Galena, IL!

More memories, less splurging ✨ Galena Country is full of ways to make the most of your getaway, from scenic outdoor adventures and small-town shopping to local eats and affordable places to stay.

Get inspired: https://bit.ly/4mOGEff

05/24/2026

Not to be missed when visiting Galena!! A favorite of The Owl House 🦉

One box. Zero self control. 🤭🥐🍪
Are you going to share??? 👀

Freshly baked empanadas, giant cookies, macarons, cinnamon rolls, coffee cake & muffins waiting for their moment on Main Street. ✨

Which one are you grabbing first?

05/24/2026

If visiting Galena, make sure to check out the fun activities going on at our local Galena Center for the Arts!!

🎨 Small Business Spotlight: Galena Center for the Arts 🎨

Galena Center for the Arts is a hub where creativity and community come together, with a mission to make the arts accessible and celebrate local talent.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/491sfrj

05/24/2026

So many fun Galena events!!

🚨 ONE MONTH TO GO! 🚨
The countdown is officially on… the skies over Galena are about to get a whole lot more colorful. 🎈

In just ONE month, the 2026 Great Galena Balloon Race returns to Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa for a weekend full of balloons, food, music, Night Glows, and thousands of people pretending they’re “just gonna stay for an hour.” 😎

Mark your calendars for June 19–21 and start getting your lawn chairs, cameras, and stretchy pants ready now. Trust us… you don’t want to miss this one.

For the full schedule of events, visit:
greatgalenaballoonrace.com