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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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Feb-04-2012 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Thoughtfulness Shop Sale

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Feb-04-2012 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Winter Carnival

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Out and About for the Holidays
Leave the cooking and entertainment to McHenry County’s restaurants, bars and resorts this holiday season!
Local Tastes for the Holidays
Ring in the holidays with artisanal foods and beverages from local retailers.
Material Girl: A Common Thread
Susie Fox had a vision for a fabric store in downtown Crystal Lake that would serve its predecessor’s loyal clients while appealing to a growing generation of do-it-yourselfers. For more than a year now, her store Materia
McHenry County Living’s Big Give
The holidays are all about giving. There are so many charitable organizations in McHenry County worthy of your time and donations around the holidays and every day.
McHenry County Living’s Last-Minute Gift Guide
It’s not too late to pick up a thoughtful, unique gift for the folks on your “nice” list – and all from our wonderful local retailers!

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Three Oaks Recreation Area Makes a Splash

Written by Erica Burke
Three Oaks Recreation Area Makes a Splash

Fun in the sun, sand and nature is close to home with the first summer season of Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake now in full swing.

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2011 Guide to Area Golf Courses

Written by Erica Burke
Chalet Hills Country Club

The McHenry County area is the perfect setting for a gorgeous day or weekend of golf. Find the perfect course for your skill level in the pages of our annual golf guide.

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Cross-Country Skiing: A Workout with a View

Written by Wendy Kummerer
Cross-Country Skiing: A Workout with a View The trails of McHenry County Conservation District are a cross-county skier’s paradise. Young and old, expert and novice are all welcome to enjoy skiing on their own or during one of the district’s winter events.
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Birds of a Feather: Winter Bird Watching

Written by Erica Burke
Birds of a Feather: Winter Bird Watching This is the perfect weather to bird-watch in McHenry County as bird species come to visit from the north and annual birding events promise fun and learning opportunities for all.
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Royal Oak: The Apple of Our Eye

Written by Erica Burke
Royal Oak: The Apple of Our Eye Royal Oak Farm and Fruit Orchard sews the seeds of family fun, food and festivities in Harvard with its annual AppleFest and PumpkinFest.
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Sand Volleyball: Fun in the Sand and Sun

Written by Shaun Zinck
Sand Volleyball: Fun in the Sand and Sun From high-stakes league play to fun pick-up games, two regional restaurants offer sand volleyball for every player and spectator.
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McHenry Country Club: Join the Club

Written by Erica Burke
McHenry Country Club: Join the Club Located in a lush setting overlooking the Fox River, McHenry Country Club offers a number of benefits to members.
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Ice Fishing: A Cool Pastime

Written by Local Author
Ice Fishing: A Cool Pastime Local ice fishers say the sport is “all about getting out and doing something in nature” with friends and family for a small investment.
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Get Outside and Play

Written by Wendy Kummerer
Get Outside and Play McHenry County Conservation District’s programs and events encourage the whole family to play hard in the county’s backyard.
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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

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!