Activities Pheasant Run -- St. Charles -- Fox River Valley A Great Way to Celebrate and Enjoy the Close of Summer Pheasant Run Resort & Spa is the Midwest's largest entertainment resort and is located in historic St. Charles, a fascinating city located just 35 miles west of downtown Chicago and nestled in the Fox River Valley. An idyllic riverside location and an abundance of quality amenities and attractions make it the perfect destination for visitors. To download a complete list of entertainment and recreational opportunities during the conference, visit www.isba.org/solo2007/activities.pdf. Pheasant Run Pheasant Run in renowned for its award-winning live theatre, side-splitting comedy club and championship golf. From September 5th through the 8th, Greg Warren will be headlining at Zanies comedy club. Greg has been featured on the Comedy Central's Premium Blend and in the prestigious "New Faces of Comedy" at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal. If you prefer golfing, visit the resort's 18-hole award-winning golf course or the nearby Prairie Landing course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., which received a 4-Star rating by Golf Digest. Pheasant Run guests receive special rates. But that's not all there is to do. Bring the family and enjoy a bonfire and s'mores roasting on the poolside patio while listening to a cowboy serenade. Sign up for an evening hayride and take in the spectacular late summer scenery. Melt away your tension at the spa with a hot stone massage or other therapeutic spa service. Or head down to Bourbon Street, modeled after the famous street in New Orleans, for great shopping, dining, lively bars, dancing and family entertainment. For more information on activities and entertainment options at Pheasant Run, visit www.pheasantrun.com/. St. Charles Founded in 1833, St. Charles' downtown district rises from the banks of the Fox River and provides visitors with a delightful mix of quaint shopping areas, uncommon recreational activities, savory dining experiences, plenty of beautiful scenery and some great events. On September 8th, the city will be hosting a number of fun events including the 14th Annual Prairie Days, the American Dahlia Society's 41st National Show, and the Kids Fly Day. Fox River Valley Fox River Valley is one of Illinois' most scenic destinations. Rent a bicycle and hop on the Fox River Trail – 32 miles featuring scenic views of local parks and forest preserves along the Fox River are just waiting to be explored. Fox River Valley is also home to Riverboat gambling and Paddlewheel Riverboat Cruises. For more information on events and attractions in St. Charles and the Fox River Valley, visit www.visitstcharles.com.