Displaying items by tag: McHenry County Living

Monday, June 01 2009 00:00

Mary Ann Beebe Center: The Great Outdoors

The Mary Ann Beebe Center troop camp facility spans 295 acres near Harvard, and includes a protected wetlands area.

Published in Camps

Tuesday, February 09 2010 00:00

'A Stand-Out' on the Ice

For 11-year-old Skyla Swain, it’s all about spinning, jumping and gliding her way across the ice, and someday, to the Olympics.

Published in Sports

Thursday, October 08 2009 00:00

Music to Our Ears

Marching and pep bands of McHenry County help kids reach musical excellence individually and as a group. The result of their hard work is enjoyed by spectators all over.

Published in Arts & Music

Monday, June 01 2009 00:00

Summer Reading Programs and Clubs

McHenry County libraries’ summer reading programs are packed with fun and prizes for all ages.

Published in Education

Tuesday, April 06 2010 00:00

A Tradition of Baseball Celebrates 50 Years

This April, the Crystal Lake Babe Ruth Baseball League celebrates a half-century of serving the youth of McHenry County — thanks in no small part to the early support of Frank Repp, former league president.

Published in Days Gone By

Monday, June 01 2009 00:00

A Day at the Beach

The story behind Crystal Lake’s Main Beach and The Gates includes colorful tales of corporate greed, gangsters and eccentric tycoons, but most importantly, a triumph for conservation and community.

Published in Days Gone By

Monday, June 01 2009 00:00

Model A's & Sock Hops

McHenry County residents remember what life was like as teenagers in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and share their high school memories while reflecting on simpler times.

Published in Days Gone By

Tuesday, December 08 2009 00:00

The Northern Illinois Fire Museum

The Northern Illinois Fire Museum preserves our local firefighting heritage, and plans to develop a more permanent home for visitors to enjoy.

Published in Days Gone By

Wednesday, October 07 2009 00:00

‘An Absolute Pearl’

Spring Grove long remained the largest fish hatchery in the United States due to its natural supply of pure spring water and its proximity to nearby lakes.

Published in Days Gone By

Monday, February 08 2010 00:00

When Mink Was King

Cary was once home to mink empire Northwood Fur Farm, a ‘magical place’ headed by community-minded entrepreneur Otto H. Grosse.

Published in Days Gone By