McHenry County Lifestyle
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‘A place of peace, healing and comfort’: Catholic diocese erects first memorial in nation to those affected by suicideJun 26, 2026 7:49 pm - A somber prayer service marked the dedication Friday of a memorial for the surviving families and their loved ones affected by suicide at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside. The “At Peace” memorial — the first of its kind in the nation — honors the lives lost to suicide and offers a sacred space for prayer and remembrance, according to officials with the Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
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Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Lake CountyJun 26, 2026 6:26 pm - A batch of mosquitoes sampled June 16 in Buffalo Grove by the village’s trap has tested positive for West Nile virus, the first confirmed indicator this year of the presence of the virus in Lake County.
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Geneva’s Little Owl, Old Towne Pub sites face setback as restaurant plans fall throughJun 25, 2026 9:22 am - A Geneva restaurateur’s plans to open two restaurants in the city’s empty Little Owl and Old Towne Pub sites have stalled, with work stopping and "For Lease" signs returning to both buildings after initial renovation progress.
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‘A fresh market on steroids’: Expansive new grocery store opens in Vernon HillsJun 24, 2026 7:31 pm - The newest grocery store in Vernon Hills opened to the public Wednesday with a huge selection meant to serve a diverse community.
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Home & garden calendar, June 23-July 4Jun 23, 2026 5:23 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like firefly friendly yards, America250 celebrations, and more. Also, list of garden walks, nature walks, garden shows, workshops and more.
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Farmers markets this weekJun 22, 2026 9:48 am - Here’s a look at what’s happening at farmers markets in the suburbs this week, June 24-30, 2026.
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‘Fixing stuff and helping people’: After uncertain times, Tool Library of Lake County thrives at 5Jun 21, 2026 8:45 pm - Five years after its humble beginnings in Mundelein, the Tool Library of Lake County has survived a name change, rebranding and change of location to become a popular and successful resource for suburban fixer uppers.
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For spring and summer fun, head to Fox ValleyJun 19, 2026 8:40 pm - From historic homes and Japanese gardens, to rock concerts and trolley rides, there’s plenty to do in Fox Valley this spring and summer.
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‘That underground feel’: Bewitching Brews sells teas, herbs from lower level spot in GenevaJun 17, 2026 1:19 pm - Bewitching Brews, a tea and herb shop on Third Street in Geneva, chose its lower level location specifically for its “underground feel.”
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Farmers markets this weekJun 17, 2026 4:05 am - Farmers market season is here, bringing fresh produce, handmade goods and more back to local downtowns and parks.