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Learn about 'Cemetery Sleuthing for Ancestors' Feb. 16Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Kathy Kult will share tips for ancestors in cemeteries effectively, recording what one finds.Join the Computer-Assisted Genealogy Group of Northern Illinois (CAGGNI) as she shares tips for searching for your departed ancestors in cemeteries and effectively recording what you find.
'On the Vine: Celebrating Books and Wine' Feb. 23Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Join us at the Historic Dole Mansion on February 23, 2013 from 7pm-10pm for our 3rd annual wine tasting and silent auction.
McHenry UU Congregation, PFLAG to push legislators on marriage equalityFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Members of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in McHenry and their long-time allies, Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), will visit two local legislators on Monday, February 11 to lobby in support of marriage equality
Assess your personal cardiac risk at Feb. 19 eventFeb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
On Tuesday, February 19 from 6:30-8, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital will be hosting an event about cardiac risks. Listen to Raja Sharma, MD, board certified cardiologist as he explains the risk factors for cardiac disease and discusses a plan to help fight the condition.
Singers invited for 19th Palm Sunday Interfaith ConcertFeb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Singers are invited to participate in the colossual and inspirational 19th annual Palm Sunday Interfaith Concert and Prayer service. This inspirational series was founded by Phyllis Lange Connelly, who sadly died in July. Her dream, however, lives on with capable leadership and talented musicians.
Don't Forget about your eyesFeb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
January was devoted to informing people about the importance of eye care, but it doesn’t stop there. There are many ways you can help keep promoting eye care health.
MCC classes teach cake decorating Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Page 3 Learn to decorate birthday, wedding, and holiday cakes and cupcakes like a pro with Friday night cake decorating classes offered by McHenry County College's Continuing Education Department.
Film shot in Elgin returns for premiere March 2Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Blue Damen Pictures To Share Newest Film "Recalculating" With Local Audience First! "Recalculating", written by Jan Schumacher-Kaschner, tells the story of a father making a journey to reunite with his daughter after she was injured in a car accident. Under the guidance of his GPS he is able to come to terms with his guilt that drove them apart. The film was shot entirely in and around Elgin in May of 2012 and features landmark locations such as The Centre of Elgin, Provena Saint Joseph Hospital, The Elgin Public House, and Muirhead Farmhouse.
Local chorus offers Singing Valentines to the western suburbsFeb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
This Valentine’s Day, give the gift of a love song to that someone special in your life. The award-winning Sweet Adelines Chorus, the Choral-Aires, is offering Singing Valentines throughout Chicago’s western suburbs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, February 14.
Free Cookies on National Girl Scout Cookie Day!Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Girl Scouts of the USA has declared Friday, February 8, as the first-ever National Girl Scout Cookie Day! Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is celebrating by offering a FREE Girl Scout Cookie tasting to the public from 4–6 p.m. at the Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Rd., in Elgin.
Saving Monica PietrakFeb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
The friends and family of Monica Pietrak are raising funds to save her life from a life threatening cancer. Her son needs his mother.
New Business in Downtown West Chicago Will Be A Resource For HVAC Supplies and Information Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
New Business in Downtown West Chicago Will Be A Resource For HVAC Supplies and Information
Learn about fall cruise to Caribbean at MCC talk Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
McHenry County College's Trips and Tours program will host a trip preview for a Western Caribbean Holland America Cruise from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 in Room A113 at the college, 8900 Route 14 in Crystal Lake.
Research shows impact of Eagle Scouts on communities and nationJan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Three Fires Council had 414 young men earn their Eagle Scout rank in 2012, which was the Centennial of the Eagle Scout Award and an all-time high for council's Eagle class. Eagle Scout service project hours totaled 67,484.This Eagle Scout Class will be honored at a dinner on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at the Wyndham in Lisle.
Call to artists for neXt gallery – Pop-Up Art Gallery ProgramJan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
The St Charles Arts Council is issuing a Call to Visual Artists to participate in the upcoming neXt gallery in St. Charles.
National Ski Patrol Looking for Skiers and Snowboarders Interested in Helping OthersJan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Volunteer Ski Patrol Try-Outs
Business grant available for new investment in downtown West ChicagoJan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
A new Retail and Restaurant Business Grant Program sponsored by the City of West Chicago aims to strengthen retail business activity in the downtown TIF District. It will make it possible for eligible retailers or restaurateurs wishing to make an investment for new development or expansion to receive a matching grant of up to $10,000.
Nutrition Benefits of Folate and Folic AcidJan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Folate, also known as water soluble vitamin B9, occurs naturally in foods. Folic acid is folate’s synthetic form, found in supplements, and since 1998 in fortified grain and cereal products. The word folate sometimes refers to both the natural and synthetic form of the vitamin.
The Importance of a Mammograms Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. By the time a woman is in her 40's, she should be discussing mammograms with her physician.
The Department of Visual Arts at Blackburn College Continues Series of Art Education Exhibits at West Chicago’s Gallery 200Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
An exhibition from the Department of Visual Arts at Blackburn College, a 175 year old liberal arts college in Carlinville, Illinois, highlights a body of artwork from ten artists representing sophomore through senior art majors as well as examples of faculty artwork. Medias will include photography, drawing, painting, digital media and ceramics and will be on display at Gallery 200, 200 Main Street, West Chicago from February 1 through 24, 2013.