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Displaying items by tag: crystal lake
Sunday, February 01 2009 00:00
On the Rocks
This circa 1910 postcard shows one of the huge wooden ice house that lined the shores of Crystal Lake. In the foreground, men split ice cakes with a "breaker bar", guiding them up a nifty ramp and pulley system that hauled the heavy blocks up for storage in the ie house beyond.
Published in
Days Gone By
Monday, October 01 2007 00:00
Dole Manison - An Old Friend
If walls could talk—and some believe that, in this case, they do—the Dole Mansion would have quite a tale to tell. It has stood for nearly a century and a half. Yet, just a few years ago, this storied McHenry County icon was nearly lost to the wrecking ball. Saved by a grassroots fundraising campaign, this local landmark is now being restored room by room, and its annex is home to the Lakeside Legacy Arts Park.
Published in
Days Gone By
Thursday, December 03 2009 00:00
Oh, You Beautiful Doll
A Crystal Lake resident reflects on her life-long passion for doll collecting and how the joy of dolls spans generations and cultures.
Published in
Home Interiors
Wednesday, April 01 2009 00:00
Graduation Party Planning 2009
Celebrate the class of 2009 with these tips.
Published in
Gatherings
Monday, December 07 2009 00:00
Dress the Part for the Holidays
Make a splash at your holiday parties this year with fashion tips from a local expert.
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Our Communities
Sunday, June 01 2008 14:35
Crystal Lake: Embracing History and Moving Forward
With a wide-array of things to do, from outdoor recreation to downtown shopping and dining, Crystal Lake has the largest population of McHenry County and some of the most active residents.
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Our Communities
Tuesday, December 08 2009 00:00
Chez Pierre’s Crêperie: French Connection
Pierre Cabuzel makes crêpes for his café the way he whipped them up back home, bringing a bit of authentic French cuisine to Crystal Lake.
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Food & Spirits
Thursday, October 08 2009 00:00
David Sarkis: Solo Flow
Guitarist/vocalist David Sarkis has gained quite a local following with his signature blues-rock sound, and this “Jersey Boy” has only just begun.
Published in
McHenry County People
Tuesday, August 18 2009 00:00
Award for Mueller Interiors
Mueller Interiors Receives 2009 Best of Crystal Lake Award
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Applause
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