# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center is excited to announce a new partnership with Walls 102, a Shaw Local Radio Station, to bring an exclusive live music experience to the Veranda this summer. The Starved Rock Songwriters Series will feature talented emerging artists and acclaimed songwriters from Nashville's Music Row, offering guests an intimate evening of music, storytelling, and unforgettable performances in one of Illinois' most scenic settings.

The series continues on Thursday, July 12, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with singer and songwriter Annie Vander. Hailing from Yorkville, Illinois, Annie Vander blends ’90s rock, pop, and modern country into a distinctive sound. Inspired by her journey with CRPS, she channels resilience and personal experience into her music.

Her debut single, Falling Into Nashville, climbed the Music Row Country Breakout Chart and became one of PlayMPE’s Top 18 most-downloaded songs. Follow-up releases continued her momentum, with He Himself & Him charting on Music Row and reaching #1 on PlayMPE’s streaming charts. Her music video for The Speed of Love also gained regular airplay after premiering on the American Country Network.

Annie’s growing success has earned multiple award nominations, including double nominations at the Josie Music Awards in 2024 and 2025. In 2025, she won Best Christmas Novelty Song at the Holiday Music and Film Awards for Ornamental Christmas. With heartfelt lyrics and a genre-blending style, Annie Vander continues to establish herself as a rising force in country music.

The Starved Rock Songwriters Series provides a unique opportunity for guests to experience the stories behind the songs while enjoying the natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere of the Veranda at Starved Rock Lodge.

Admission is free and open to the public. Stay tuned for additional performance dates and artist announcements as the Starved Rock Songwriters Series continues throughout the summer. Upcoming performers, event details, and series updates will be available through Starved Rock Lodge and Walls 102.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/utica/starved-rock-songwriters-series-annie-vander/200030212724339
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, art, performances, live-music, country-music-festivals, business, conferences, pop, holiday, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 27

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Utica
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: One Lodge Ln, Oglesby, IL, United States, Illinois 61348
- **lat**: 41.31864
- **long**: -88.99403
- **full address**: One Lodge Ln, Oglesby, IL, United States, Illinois 61348, Utica, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander being held?
  - **A:** Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander takes place on Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at One Lodge Ln, Oglesby, IL, United States, Illinois 61348, Utica, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander?
  - **A:** Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander is organized by Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Utica, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Starved Rock Songwriters Series - Annie Vander sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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