What a fun afternoon and evening. The band was amazing, the setting was beautiful and the concert…read morecrowd was happy. A perfect way to spend a summer day at Springfield Lake.

From the owner: We are a private members only club located on beautiful Lake Springfield…read more Our club offers an iconic view of the lake through our gorgeous bar window. We offer boat slips to members and host many public events throughout the year.

Historic building has a nice cafe which served Starbucks as they have live music . The students…read moreare busy finishing up their studies it's a good place to relax and People watch

My husband, a University of Illinois alum, and I were in Champaign-Urbana for a wedding, and he…read morewanted to show me around the University of Illinois campus. The first place that he insisted on stopping at was the Illini Union. When we visited, this was a hub of activity. Illini Fest was going on this weekend. We went to the basement, which was home to several restaurants, a recreation center featuring a bowling alley, and a live band playing music. I really enjoyed seeing his old stomping grounds. If you're on the University of Illinois campus, I recommend going to the Illini Union.

This place is very welcoming. I joined a few years ago and have met some great people…read more We love going there to eat with the kids because it's so affordable, and we don't have to worry about them bothering anyone. The homemade pizza is very good, the appetizers are always a hit, and the patty melt is especially good. Every time we walk in, everyone is so friendly. If you sit at the bar, people around you will usually greet you and say hello. Even when you sit down at the gaming machines, everyone is friendly and often cheering each other on to win, which really adds to the sense of community. We also use the pool, and the kids absolutely love it in the summer. The Sunday Fundays are always a great time--they usually have a band out by the pool and tiki bar, plus a food window so you don't have to go inside to order. I highly recommend this place for friendship, a place to hang out, enjoying the pool, or just spending money knowing it's going to a good cause.

I haven't been here in a while, but I used to use the swimming pool every summer. Fun times and…read moreit's right on the lake.

The Illinois Valley Yacht and Club (IVY Club) has been a staple on the Illinois River for more than…read more100 years. It is a members only facility that has been known to offer reciprocal use to sailing club members who live out of state. Transient sailors must call ahead for more information. The IVY Club, a member of the Illinois River Basin Boating Association, has first class facilities and can dock vessels from day sailors to yachts. This club offers slips with power and water, pump out station, full service dining room and bar, rest rooms and showers, snack bar, fuel and laundry facilities. The swimming pool is not open to transient sailors or their families; children must be accompanied by a parent at all times. The Illinois Valley Yacht and Canoe Club is a first class delight that, like fine wine, has only gotten better with age. This private club has the only sail launch in Central Illinois.

Actually was here for a wedding…read more The building is nothing fancy, but the outdoor area by the water is perfection for an outdoor wedding, the outdoor photo ops for the wedding party are abundant as well. The bartender at the wedding was meh, but the girl downstairs made up for it! We kept sneaking downstairs and getting drinks there. Plus, free coffee! Rehearsal dinner had fairly good food as well in a cute private room complete with a fire place. One thing to consider though, the only way upstairs to the reception area is well, up stairs. No other option that I saw.

From the owner: Private Social Club with swimming, fishing, golf and campingread more

My brother was a part of this group when he was in college, and it was a great experience for him…read more They have weekly meetings as well as Bible studies and fun activities to invite your friends to.

One of my favorite places! A nice quiet bar set in a country atmosphere surrounded by friendly…read morepeople!