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Crystal Lake Housewalk: 'There's No Place Like Home' Take a pictorial tour of four fabulous homes featured in the 36th Annual Housewalk — the Service League’s biggest fundraiser.
Nutrition: Snick Snacks & Snack Attacks Whether you’re sending your children to school with a mid-morning snack, packing a bag for your teenage athlete or creating an afternoon workday treat for yourself, find new ways to kick up the fun factor in your family’s snacking routine.
Healthy U Vending: Healthy and Convenient McHenry’s T Hephner takes the good eating habits he started at home to local schools with his Healthy U vending machines, which are stocked with healthier snack options than traditional machines.
Nutrition: Flavors of the Summer With summer weather finally here and farmers markets in nearly every town, now’s a great time to take advantage of seasonal fresh produce and herbs. They are not only packed with nutrients, but taste wonderful.
Micro/Mini Cars: Small Packages, Big Fun Micro and mini cars have long been a passion held near and dear to hobbyists. The Wegers of Crystal Lake boast one of the biggest collections around, and they’re bringing the Micro/Mini Car World Meet to McHenry County’s back yard in August.
Rotary Clubs: Service with a Smile Since 1905, Rotarians have placed “Service Above Self” in order to make life better for their communities and the world at large. In McHenry County, Rotary Clubs gather regularly to continue the traditions of this renowned organization.
Time to Break Ground Local professionals offer trends and tips as we head outdoors — from the hottest flowers and colors to the endless possibilities of an outdoor living room.
A Crystal Lake Home Where Old Meets New For the Nobles, building a new custom home in downtown Crystal Lake came with its share of unique challenges. By working closely with the city and local professionals, the family was able to overcome them and is now at home in a striking addition to historic Walkup Avenue.
Nutrition: Sweet Surrender It’s a fact: Americans love sugary-sweet foods and drinks. But this love affair is putting our health at a major risk. There are easy ways to ditch the excess sugar without sacrificing flavor.

Lakeside Legacy Arts Park

Lakeside Legacy Arts Park - Dole Mansion

Here at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park you can step back to a simpler time to explore the craftsmanship and unexpected brilliance of a Civil War era architectural masterpiece - the historic Dole Mansion. The Dole guarantees to stop you in your tracks with its intricate wood carvings, dazzling parquet floors and stunningly beautiful grand staircase.

Today, the Arts Park is in its infancy. Officially opened on July 4, 2005, it is owned and operated by a the non-profit Lakeside Legacy Foundation, formed for the purpose of preservation, protection, and enhancement of the property. The vision: become a world-class arts education center.

County Historical Society

MCHS

McHenry County Historical Society - With a mission of providing the methods and means of presenting McHenry County history to enrich life. The comprehensive collection includes several preserved buildings, an 1847 log cabin, an 1885 town hall, an 1895 one-room schoolhouse, and a 20th century modern tourist cabin. Visit the museum in Union, Illinois to learn more about area history!

MC Conservation District

McHenry County Conservation District

McHenry County Conservation District - Over 22,000 acres of open space graced with woodlands, prairies, wetlands, and savannas. Trails and other recreational amenities have been added within 27 conservation areas where the public can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, camping, cross-country skiing, and picnicking. Discover your District today!