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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.
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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.
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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.
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Home Interiors
Wednesday, April 01 2009 00:00
Graduation Party Planning 2009
Celebrate the class of 2009 with these tips.
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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.
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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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