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Jan-25-2012 9:00 am - Feb-14-2012 5:00 pm
Studio 2015 Chamila Bead Sale

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07

Feb-07-2012 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Thoughtfulness Shop Sale

FEB
07

Feb-07-2012 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
MCC Restaurant Slàinte re-opening

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Small Business, Big Hearts

Written by Tom Gelinas
Faith in Action

McHenry County nonprofits count on the ongoing generous support of small, family-run businesses to help them help others.  

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Honoring Our Heroes in Portraits

Written by Erica Burke
John D.Roach

The daughter of a Marine and friend of veterans, artist Jeanine Hill-Soldner immortalizes 20 U.S. vets in her Portraits of American Veterans Project.

Read more...

The Rockin’ Ghoul Next Door

Written by Erica Burke
The Rockin’ Ghoul Next Door

Moon-Rays — a local band with a spooky sound — provides the perfect soundtrack to the most haunted Halloween bash. B-movie and Hollywood horror filmmakers continue to count on Moon-Rays to scare up their scores.

Read more...

‘A Camaraderie of Purpose’

Written by Rachel Wisinski
‘A Camaraderie of Purpose’

Members of the Service League of Crystal Lake lend a helping hand to local citizens through various annual fundraisers. Although their approach continues to evolve, their dedication to serving the community is unwavering.

Read more...

Joy Aavang: Writing to Remember

Written by Aracely Hernandez
Joy Aavang: Writing to Remember

Woodstock author Joy Aavang shares first-hand accounts of life in London as a young woman during World War II in her new book ‘A Lost Adolescence: Surviving the Blitz.’

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Dr. George Gallant: A Leader in Emergency Care

Written by Local Author
Dr. George Gallant: A Leader in Emergency Care Dr. George Gallant set his sights on revolutionizing emergency medical systems in McHenry County. Retired after 32 years of service, he is celebrated for his many achievements.
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McHenry County Animal Control Volunteers: Heart & Soul

Written by Erica Burke
McHenry County Animal Control Volunteers: Heart & Soul Volunteers’ time, love and commitment to animal welfare and advocacy enables McHenry County Animal Control to find animals happy homes.
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Bjorkmans: Coming Up Aces

Written by Local Author
Bjorkmans: Coming Up Aces Three generations of Bjorkmans have made the McHenry Ace Hardware store an enduring success. Brothers Craig and Steve ensure it will continue fulfilling its mission for generations to come.
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Connie Perez: Living Her Dream

Written by Local Author
Connie Perez: Living Her Dream Connie Perez continues her family tradition of fashion at Aesthetics while keeping fresh with trends and passing the torch to the next generation through sewing classes.  Her new location allows her to expand products and programs. 
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Lakeside Legacy Arts Park

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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.

MC Historical Society

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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!