McHenry County Entertainment
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Taking flight in fall; Norge holds 41st annual JumptoberfestOct 04, 2026 3:36 pm - It’ll be many more weeks - we hope - before the snow starts falling, but there’s nothing that says a quintessential winter sport can’t be enjoyed under warm, sunny skies and high above lush, green grass.
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How NBA great Shaq helped suburban police leaders celebrate FBI graduationOct 01, 2026 4:56 pm - A pair of Northwest suburban law enforcement leaders got to meet NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal last month when he took part in ceremonies marking their graduation from the FBI National Academy.
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‘The community wants this place open’: Catlow owner donates theater to foundationOct 01, 2026 10:24 am - Barrington’s Catlow Theatre has seen many changes since the Long family took over the iconic movie house. Now, in addition to the dramatic cosmetic changes that are transforming the Catlow, the theater is seeing a change in ownership.
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New indoor facility in Mundelein lets golfers hone their skills 24 hours a daySep 30, 2026 5:42 pm - Just as the season winds down, a new spot opened in Mundelein over the weekend to help golfers keep sharp and work on their game — anytime they feel the urge.
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Best Bets: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns and Bad Momz of ComedySep 29, 2026 9:36 pm - Best bets for fall: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns returns to the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Bad Momz of Comedy laugh it up in Wheaton, Red Clay Dance brings “Freedom Square” to Evanston, and spooky silent films come to the Pickwick in Park Ridge.
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Dining out: National Taco Day, LAGO expanding to Glenview, fall fondue and moreSep 29, 2026 4:38 pm - Fat Rosie’s is honoring National Taco Day on Tuesday, Oct. 6, with 10 street tacos for $25. Also, celebrity chef Fabio Viviani is opening a new LAGO in Glenview, and Melting Pot and Fry the Coop are both offering new menu items.
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Electric-powered aviation takes flight in new documentary premiering Oct. 1Sep 25, 2026 7:55 am - “The Pulitzer Electric Air Race,” a documentary about the aircraft, pilots and innovators ushering in the era of electric-powered flight, will have its area premiere on Oct. 1.
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Live music, car show, fireworks highlight Huntley Fall FestSep 23, 2026 10:36 am - Huntley Fall Fest celebrates its 21st year Friday through Sunday, Sept. 25-27, with three days of live music featuring multiple bands, carnival rides, kids’ activities, a car show, craft vendors and Saturday night fireworks at Deicke Park.
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Dining out: New limited-time sundae collab at Oberweis, National Coffee Day and moreSep 22, 2026 11:45 am - Oberweis is teaming up with Killer Brownies on a new limited-time sundae, plus there are National Coffee Day deals, a three-course dinner at Eddie V’s, a new test-market item at Panda Express and more.
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Algonquin Kite Festival soars into Spella ParkSep 22, 2026 9:23 am - Algonquin’s annual Kite Festival on Sept. 27 features professional stunt kite demonstrations, giant kite displays, children's activities. The first 250 kids receive free paper kites.
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