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'An absolute whirlwind': Suburban distillery owners reflect on production changes made during pandemicAug 26, 2021 6:00 am - The last year and a half have been "an absolute whirlwind" for Eric Falberg and his Highwood-based 28 Mile Distilling Co. The company went from producing vodka to makin...
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10th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ boasts all-star lineup Aug. 20-22 in McHenryJun 18, 2021 11:00 pm - The scheduled return of Blues, Brews & BBQ to Petersen Park in McHenry this summer is welcome news to fest fans. And for this special 10th anniversary event, nothing les...
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Cary Cruise Nights return to downtown Cary this summerJun 14, 2021 11:00 pm - Cary Cruise Nights are back for another summer of weekly fun and good times! Long noted as one of the best car shows in McHenry County, the 2021 Cary Cruise Night seaso...
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Suburban Mosaic: 'Empire' star Howard to headline Judson speaker seriesJun 07, 2021 5:30 am - Actor, rapper and singer-songwriter Terrence Howard will be the guest speaker for Judson University's "Conversations with Mark Vargas" event on July 9. Howard, 52, has a...
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Opening weekend a success for Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest PreserveJun 03, 2021 5:15 am - Swimming is history at Independence Grove Forest Preserve near Libertyville, but a new amenity in its place has been greeted with gusto by craft beer fans. The Beer Gard...
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TLC hosts 'Wednesday Walks' in McHenry County starting May 5Apr 27, 2021 11:00 pm - The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is hosting a series of "Wednesday Walks" at its McHenry County sites in May and June. The walks are free and open to anyone who w...
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Lake County Libation Trail beckons with breweries, wineries and moreApr 08, 2021 6:00 am - If the promise of fine wine, spirits and hearty beer isn't enough to entice you to travel the Lake County Libation Trail, consisting of more than two dozen breweries, di...
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Chicago area libraries bring 'Your City @ Home'Mar 18, 2021 11:00 pm - Forty-one public libraries have partnered with nine museums and cultural institutions to share diverse collections and programming in a safe and unique way. Starting Sat...
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Explore history of picture postcards in virtual program March 22Mar 15, 2021 11:00 pm - Illinois is the birthplace of the American picture postcard, a souvenir of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Katherine Hamilton-Smith, former director of...
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Dining events: Lent specials, National Margarita Day and moreFeb 16, 2021 10:00 pm - Fish Fridays With the start of Lent this week comes a variety of fish and vegetarian specials available on Fridays at some suburban restaurants. Antico Posto: 118 Oakbr...