McHenry County Lifestyle
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Tree of Life auction raises money for PADS permanent shelter siteDec 09, 2019 10:00 pm - The Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 5603 Bull Valley Road in McHenry, presented $1,622 to Pioneer Center for Human Services. The donation is designated...
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Operation North Pole to give a magical ride to very ill children and their families Dec. 14Dec 09, 2019 10:00 pm - On Saturday, Dec. 14, the Crystal Lake Fire Rescue Department along with other McHenry County area fire and police departments will be participating in Operation North P...
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Fox River Valley Chapter of DAR selects article for award-winning American Spirit MagazineDec 08, 2019 10:00 pm - History was made in 2019 with the Fox River Valley Chapter's record-setting accomplishment: four-peat grand prize winners of the "Spread the American Spirit" contest. Th...
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McHenry County museum celebrates 50 years of TV's 'Frosty the Snowman'Dec 03, 2019 10:00 pm - McHenry County museum celebrates the TV holiday classic with lecture, open house, exhibit
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Maybe it's time to rename the red-bellied woodpeckerDec 03, 2019 5:00 am - Some common bird names just don't make sense. Look at the woodpecker shown in the photo. Do you notice the bird's obvious red belly? Neither do I. Yet, it is called a r...
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Algonquin McDonald's reopened with improved drive-through, upgraded dining areaNov 26, 2019 5:00 am - As shoppers are running around Randall Road checking off their holiday to-do list, taking a break at a local McDonald's now will be a little easier. The McDonald's at th...
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#OptOutside at GreenFriday Restoration Day Nov. 29 with McHenry County Conservation DistrictNov 20, 2019 10:00 pm - The day after Thanksgiving may be a popular day for shoppers, but it's an even better day for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. On Friday, Nov. 29, McHenry County ...
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Fox River Valley Chapter sponsors DAR Pathway of the Patriots treeNov 12, 2019 10:00 pm - As part of the preparation for the 250th anniversary celebration of the United States of America securing independence, the Fox River Valley Chapter of the Daughters of ...
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Make a fleece blanket for soldiers at Algonquin library's MakerspaceNov 12, 2019 10:00 pm - During the month of November, stop by the Makerspace at the Algonquin Area Public Library during its open hours to tie a fleece blanket for a soldier. A blanket may seem...
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Halloween trick-or-treat times in the suburbsOct 27, 2019 11:00 pm - Note: Most trick-or-treat times are for Thursday, Oct. 31, though some towns are moving or adding trick-or-treat hours due to the weather. Note the new times for Aurora,...