McHenry County Lifestyle
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Chasing the 'big grackle' gives local birders a thrill this winterMar 11, 2022 5:00 am - Winter is a slower time for birding. There isn't as much to see. So, when rare birds pay a visit, they get a royal welcome. Thankfully, birders with cabin fever had som...
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Get your blue pinwheels to support Shelter, Inc. and kids who are abusedMar 10, 2022 10:00 pm - Beginning April 1, blue pinwheel gardens from Shelter, Inc., will be spinning throughout the Northwest suburbs in recognition of April as National Child Abuse Prevention...
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SARET Charitable Fund gives people in need a hand upMar 10, 2022 5:00 am - SARET Charitable Fund gives people in need a hand up
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Join The Bridge for Gala Collage: A Mosaic of HealingMar 09, 2022 10:00 pm - After two virtual years, The Bridge Youth & Family Services is returning to an in-person celebration and fundraiser this spring with Gala Collage: A Mosaic of Healing. J...
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How Heart of the City teaches kids life skills through soccerMar 09, 2022 5:00 am - Teamwork. Confidence. Sportsmanship. Communication. These are the building blocks of life kids learn when they play sports. Heart of the City in Waukegan not only makes ...
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Learn about Jaycees' new Crystal Lake chapter at March 24 networking eventMar 07, 2022 10:00 pm - A civic organization for men and women between the ages of 18 and 41, the Jaycees promote professional and leadership development, along with personal growth through com...
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Kane County Cougars to donate 50/50 raffle proceeds to Ukrainian World CongressMar 07, 2022 10:00 pm - The Kane County Cougars will donate all of the proceeds from the 2022 season's 50/50 raffle to the Ukrainian World Congress. Along with donating the proceeds, the Kane C...
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'Inspire' to showcase Indian Prairie Dist. 204 students March 11Mar 06, 2022 10:00 pm - The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation is hosting "Inspire '22," a fundraiser cocktail party showcasing the talented District 204 student musicians, vocalists and art...
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Good News Sunday: Vernon Hills woman runs a food pantry out of her garageMar 06, 2022 6:00 am - This is Good News Sunday, a compilation of some of the more upbeat and inspiring stories published recently by the Daily Herald: The unlikely headquarters of an enduring...
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Sweet tradition: Learn the secrets of turning sap to syrup at various maple sugaring festsMar 04, 2022 5:00 am - The maple sap is flowing, which is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Learn how maple syrup is made, and maybe even try your hand at tapping a tree, at o...