Is innkeeping for you? We will help you discover the answer.
When: Sunday & Monday, July 14th & 15th, 2013, beginning each day at 10 a.m.
Where: Galena, Illinois

The seminar includes lodging for one night at any of the participating inns, breakfast, tours of 5 different inns throughout Galena, an informative and entertaining trolley tour, and a panel of industry professionals, and innkeepers with over 100 years combined experience in the industry presenting sessions on

· The informed buyer

· Buying and financing a bed and breakfast business

· Insuring an inn

· Business records

· Marketing

· Creating a business plan

· Serving Breakfast

· Policies

· What do guests want

· Preparing an exit plan

· Other revenue opportunities

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The Galena Jo Daviess Quilt and Fiber Arts Show

The Galena Jo Daviess Quilt and Fiber Arts Show will be Friday November 8th – 10th 2013 at Galena’s Historic Turner Hall. It’s not too early to make your plans to attend the best quilt fair in Illinois. Farmers Guest House is the perfect Galena lodging option for the 2013 Galena Jo Daviess Quilt & Fiber Arts Show. Our convenient location is a 2-minute drive, or 10-minute walk to Turner Hall.

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Baked Pears With Brandy Sauce

Beginning each breakfast with fruit is customary at Farmers Guest House in Galena, Illinois. However, it can be a challenge in February when the only fruits in season are pears, apples and lemons. This recipe was inspired by the winter season in the Northern Midwest. On a beautiful, snowy morning in the cold of the winter, a warm fruit dish is a perfect start to a wonderful breakfast at the B&B -- or at your own home. This is a delicious way to use tasty, fresh pears and the bit ‘o brandy is a fine wake-up call before embarking on the variety of winter sports offerings in the area. Served warm with ice cream, it makes for an excellent dessert option while snuggling up near your fireplace.

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