Local author Melaine Holmes talks about the inspiration for her new book, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die.

A gifted composer and pianist, longtime area-theatre reviewer, and staunch advocate of the local art scene will be the featured guest at Coal Valley's Robert R. Jones Public Library on April 6, when Jonathan Turner will serve as a knowledgeable,

Sometimes locals have to entertain out of town relatives who ask, “what’s there to do around here?” Sometimes people just want a change of scenery for a day or two, not a full vacation. There are plenty of places to

Reedy Press has been providing quality 100 Things books for years now, and several friends of mine are authors of this amazing series. I personally have used the 100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die, and 100 Things

100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die author Melanie Holmes will be giving a presentation Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Reddick Library in Ottawa.

If you’re planning a road trip, Reedy Press is likely to have a bucket list guide to help fill your days with fun things to do. For quick trips to the lake or across the river, check out 100 Things

On this episode of PM Chicago: Illinois state police are still drafting their rules for weapons registration, even with a deadline looming—Peter Hancock from Capitol News Illinois joins with the latest. Then, The Center Square’s Greg Bishop and Bret Gogoel

Illinois is more than just the Land of Lincoln or the location of one of the US’s largest cities

Author and speaker Melanie Holmes included Ryan’s Round Barn in her latest book, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die, published this spring by Reedy Press. Like Christian, Holmes is a barn enthusiast and visited the site in

The La Salle Public Library will host author Melanie Holmes for an in-person presentation about her book, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 305 Marquette St. in La Salle.

UTICA — What is the first thing you do when you’re given a book titled 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die? You check to see how many you’ve already done, of course. I guess I’m not ready to

Melanie Holmes is an author from Illinois. Her new book 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die details some of the most interesting destinations in Illinois. She spoke to Community Voices about being a writer and gave insight

One misconception about the Prairie State is that it’s boring. Sure, the repetition of day-to-day life anywhere can get a bit old sometimes, but the truth is that there are actually tons of great attractions in Illinois that excite and

Need something to do this summer? Melanie Holmes has you covered. Holmes’s fifth book, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die, is out now and might add some fun new items to your bucket list. The book highlights Holmes’s

The author of a book focusing on top sights to see in the Land of Lincoln will be at the local history library in Alton this week. 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die includes more than 15 entries

Lifelong Illinoisan Melanie Holmes will be in Alton June 7 to sign her latest guidebook, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die.

Long Grove's Sock Monkey Museum hosted author Melanie Holmes for a book launch event, which brought museum attendance to near-capacity for a while on Saturday, May 27.

It's a five-hour drive from the Volo Auto Museum to the Cahokia Mounds. But it's all part of the same journey.

Award-winning author, speaker, educator, and lifelong travel enthusiast Melanie Holmes joins John Landecker to talk about her latest book titled 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die.

We talk to Melanie Holmes author of 100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die for some fun summer destinations.

Uncover the best attractions plus the hidden gems in the state's go-to guide, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die.

In this latest addition to Reedy Press’ line of bucket list books, Melanie Holmes explores some of the best adventures that Illinois has to offer, from memorable overnight trips to whitewater rafting.

Melanie Holmes will discuss the brand-new book, 100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die – hot off the press from Reedy Publishing’s line of citywide/statewide bucket list books. Think you’ve seen all of the best parts of Illinois?