McHenry County Lifestyle
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Harper's NaNoWriMo course produces new authorOct 13, 2021 11:00 pm - Laura Ehrke hears it all the time: "I've always wanted to write a book." As an author, she hears it from readers. As a Harper College Community Education instructor, she...
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CASA Kane County asking veterans to become volunteersOct 13, 2021 11:00 pm - On Thursday, Nov. 4, CASA Kane County will host an informational meeting to pay tribute to veterans with the goal of recruiting veterans who might be ready for a new mis...
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Randall Oaks Zoo seeking tree sponsors for WinterfestOct 12, 2021 11:00 pm - Help the Randall Oaks Zoo get into the holiday spirit by sponsoring a tree to be displayed during Winterfest, Dec. 4-5, 11-12, and 18-19. Area businesses, organizations...
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Holy Family social studies teacher earns DAR awardOct 12, 2021 11:00 pm - This past year, Holy Family Catholic Academy (Inverness) middle school students won seven awards from outside organizations. The entire community recognized and applaud...
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Rotary Club of Huntley taking donations for World Polio DayOct 12, 2021 11:00 pm - The wild poliovirus is still alive paralyzing children and adults. The Rotary Club of Huntley is raising awareness with World Polio Day on Sunday, Oct. 24, that if poli...
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Decorate your own pumpkin, scarecrow at Barrington fest SaturdayOct 12, 2021 11:00 pm - Those old clothes you've been meaning to donate can get new life at Barrington's 20th annual Scarecrow Festival. The free, family-friendly festival will take place from ...
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What You May Not Know About Breast Cancer & How You Can HelpOct 12, 2021 11:00 pm - One out of 8 women could develop breast cancer. As fall festivities begin, October 1st marks the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness month. The purpose of this yea...
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100 Club of Illinois' annual gala honors fallen first respondersOct 11, 2021 11:00 pm - Over 400 guests gathered at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago on Wednesday, Sept. 22, for the annual 100 Club of Illinois Raising Hope Awards Gala 2021. Robb Tadelman, 17-year...
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Huntley church to host Open Your Hearts, Fill the Holiday Carts drive-thru food drive Nov. 13Oct 11, 2021 11:00 pm - On Saturday, Nov. 13, Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley will hold a preholiday "Open Your Hearts, Fill the Holiday Carts" drive-through food drive to be...
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Signal Hill NSDAR to honor veterans with Wreaths Across AmericaOct 11, 2021 11:00 pm - Remember. Honor. Teach. This is the mission of Wreaths Across America - to remember veterans' service by placing wreaths on their graves, honor their sacrifice, and teac...