Welcome To 
The DeSoto Dispatch 
February 2016

From
 The DeSoto House Hotel
   "Illinois' Oldest Operating Hotel"   
Since 1855





 
Plan to spend Valentines day with us!

From Deb Bertucci & the
 Entire DeSoto House Staff 

We have changed the Newsletter to list our main events for the whole year, so you can easily make your plans well in advance.
Just click on any RESERVE YOUR GETAWAY NOW to make your reservations.
We look forward to welcoming you 
as you make
"Galena... Your Next Destination!"™
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February-March
 Midweek Packages...



Suite
"Dinner Package"
Come for Dinner & stay for the Night
Sunday-Thursday 
 Overnight Stay
 With a $50.00 Dinner Credit
$139.00

Plan ahead for your getaway!
 

  
OR
 
"Breakfast Package"
 Sunday-Thursday
Overnight stay
With Breakfast for two! 
Only
$89.00  
 
Please make your reservations early.
  Availability is limited, so don't delay.  
The above package is for 2 people.  





Travis Hosette
 and the music of Sinatra

 

February Cocktail Hour 
  

Stay with us on Tuesdays and Thursdays 
in February and enjoy a 
 complimentary cocktail hour 5-6 p.m.
 in Generals' Restaurant Lounge.
Then, plan to dine with us. 


Create your dream wedding...
 



 

Call to make your dreams come true!

 

815-777-6812

Deb Bertucci

Stefanie Hatley

  

In-room Massage Therapy

 

2016 Upcoming Events

   
Upcoming Events


Since 1855 the DeSoto House Hotel has played  
host to some of Galena's most gala events.
Here's a partial list of this years festivities.
For More Information or to make reservations for our upcoming events,

Please call: 815.777.0090 or 1.800.343.6562

Be Sure To Plan Your Get Away In Advance!
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Mardi Gras Weekend 
Friday & Saturday, February 5th-6th
Make reservations early and stay with us for the fun filled
 weekend festivities.
Bring your Mardi Gras Beads and plan
 to join the Pub Crawl and Parade down
Main Street leaving from our Green Street Tavern
 Friday evening and then enjoy the
Ice Sculptures and festivities on Saturday.
  Plan to dine with us in Green Street Tavern and Generals' Restaurant where we will be offering special Mardi Gras drinks and entrees.




Sunday, February 14th
Join us for an "Evening with Sinatra" with Travis Hosette.  
A special Valentine Menu for two will be offered 
as well as the full Generals' menu. 
 Plan to dine in our Courtyard/Generals' Restaurant 
 where the singing style of Sinatra 
 will fill the air with romance.
Serving from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.  
 Make reservations early.



 Friday & Saturday, March 18th-19th
Make reservations early and stay with us 
for this very popular weekend in Galena.
Plan to dine with us in Generals' Restaurant for a 
 special menu with wine pairing on both 
 Friday and Saturday evenings.




 Sunday, April 10th
Schubert Quartet for Flute, Guitar, Viola and Cello
 at 5:00 p.m.
Tickets $35.00 for adults, $30.00 for seniors 
and $6.00 for students (6-21)
Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or my phone.
Please purchase tickets early - 
this will be a sold out performance




 Sunday, March 27th
Join us for our traditional Easter Buffet with all your 
 favorites and even the Easter Bunny 
will be here to greet you.
Serving from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Make Reservations Early





Sunday, May 8th
Remember Mom and join us for our traditional 
Mother's Day Buffet with a flower for Mom. 
 Serving from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Make Reservations Early



Saturday, June 18th
The ladies begin their season 
 with a performance at 3:00 p.m.
Coffee, Tea and Dessert will be served.
Tickets are $15.00 per person -
 please call to reserve your seat.



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Father's Day - Sunday, June 19th
Don't forget Dad.  
 Treat him for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner with us.
Serving Breakfast in the Courtyard, Lunch in Green Street or Dinner in Generals'.
With lunch or dinner a complimentary dessert for Dad!




Monday, July 4th
Join us for our annual Roof Top Party.  
We will be serving food and drink with a
perfect view of the firewoks.  
 Discotek will be here to play all your favorite music.
6:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Tickets are $7.00 per person 
 (includes one non-alcoholic beverage)
Children 10 & under free with adult.
Purchase tickets early - always a sold out event



  Saturday, July 16th
Historical performance at 3:00 p.m.
 with Coffee, Tea and Dessert.
Tickets are $15.00 per person - 
 please call to reserve your seat.




Dinner with Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln - Saturday, July 30th
Mr. Lincoln will return to our balcony for a speech from 1856 to the people of Galena at 5:30 p.m.  Then plan to join us for a Dinner and Theatre "An Evening with Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln" at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom.
Tickets are $35.00 per person



Saturday, August 20th
Historical performance at 3:00 p.m. 
with Coffee, Tea and Dessert.
Tickets are $15.00 per person - 
 please call to reserve your seat.




Sunday, August 28th
Vivaldi Seasons Concerto at 5:00 p.m.
Tickets are $35.00 for adults, $30.00 for senior citizens
 and $5.00 for students (6-21)
Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or by phone.
Please purchase tickets early - 
 this will be a sold out performance



 Saturday, September 17th
Historical performance at 3:00 p.m. 
 with Coffee, Tea and Dessert
Tickets are $15.00 per person - 
 please call to reserve your seat.



 Saturday-Sunday, October 8th-9th
Make your reservations early for the 
 busiest weekend in Galena.
 Enjoy the fair justoutside our back door with artist and 
 crafters from all over the Tri-State area.



 Saturday, October 15th
Historical performance at 3:00 p.m. 
 with Coffee, Tea and Dessert
Tickets are $15.00 per person - 
 please call to reserve your seat.


 Saturday, October 29th
Plan to stay with us for this fun filled weekend and enjoy
 the Halloween Parade just outside our door.  
 Parade begins at 6:00 p.m.




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 Saturday, October 29th
Plan to join us for a hauntingly fun and spooky evening.  Enjoy dinner and a "live" performance as 
"Ghost Tales Come Alive" at 8:00 p.m. 
after the Halloween Parade.  Tickets are $35.00 per person
Purchase tickets early this is always a sold out performance.



 Saturday, November 19th
Historical performance at 3:00 p.m. 
with Coffee, Tea and Dessert
Tickets are $15.00 per person - 
 please call to reserve your seat.




Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 24th
Make plans to join us for our traditional Thanksgiving Buffet with all your favorites. Featuring a carving station,
seafood station, savory traditional entrĂ©e buffet, 
 sweet table, chocolate fountain and champagne fountain.
Serving from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 
 Reservations highly recommended
So please make reservations early.




Friday-Saturday, December 2nd-3rd
The John Erickson Trio will be back to perform for us again this year!
Join us to kick off the holidays with a collection of jazz infused carols
 as well as their traditional and original collection.  
The concert starts at 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $18.00.
Plan to arrive early and enjoy the cash bar and special appetizer menu.



 Saturday, December 10th
Plan to stay with us for this fun filled holiday weekend.  
 The town will glow with luminaries and the Main Street Shop windows will come alive.



 Saturday, December 10th
Rozanne Loney will be performing in our Courtyard 
with Dinner from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
 Plan to make it a special holiday evening and enjoy
 the beautiful music and ambiance of the Season!  
 Make reservations early as this is a very busy evening in Galena.



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Sunday, December 11th
Plan to join us for our traditional brunch 
 beginning at 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Frosty, Rudolph, the helpful Elf and Santa will be arriving at 9:00 a.m. - Noon.
Enjoy breakfast with Santa and all the holiday magic!
Make reservations early - this is always a sold out event.



Saturday, December 31st - New Year's Eve
Plan to dine with us in our Generals' Restaurant serving from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Then say good-bye to 2016 in our Green Street Tavern till 1:00 a.m. 




Our Restaurants

Courtyard - Green Street - Generals' 

 
Please call: 815.777.0090 or 1.800.343.6562

for Hours and Reservations
      

 or Click on link below...

 

Restaurant Hours  

 


Deb Bertucci
DeSoto House Hotel
800.343.6562
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