McHenry County Lifestyle
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Brash and beautiful: Blue Jays liven up backyards like no other songbirdNov 25, 2025 3:30 am - Brash, blue and beautiful, the charismatic Blue Jay livens up backyards and forest preserves like no other songbird.
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A map of the past: Geneva history buff relishes portraying land surveyor from 1770sNov 21, 2025 3:30 am - As a history buff who enjoys re-enactments but isn’t drawn to battles or military uniforms, portraying an 18th century land surveyor is the perfect fit for John Schubert of Geneva.
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FaithBridge’s Interfaith Thanksgiving event celebrates immigrationNov 19, 2025 1:53 pm - FaithBridge, a local interfaith organization, will host its annual interfaith Thanksgiving program on November 23rd, featuring speakers from various religious traditions addressing the theme "Welcoming the Stranger: We Are All Immigrants".
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Saving Christmas for those in need drives Jeeps on the Run Toys for Tots Run fansNov 19, 2025 1:49 pm - There is still time to sponsor or register for the Dec. 7 Jeeps on the Run Toys for Tots Run after party.
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Home & garden calendar, Nov. 23-29Nov 18, 2025 4:21 pm - Upcoming events include the Naperville Garden Club's Cup of Cheer Home Tour, Holiday Market & Tea; MCC’s Poinsettia, Pottery, and Plant Sale; and workshops and programs on topics like public gardens, winter containers, native ground covers, and bonsai.
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Suburban congressional candidate who posted antisemitic views knocked off 2026 ballotNov 18, 2025 2:02 pm - A would-be congressional candidate who has an extensive history of antisemitic social media posts was removed from ballot consideration Tuesday.
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Home & garden calendar, Nov. 16-22Nov 12, 2025 4:14 pm - Learn about suburban farming, growing tea gardens, winter tree ID, and more with garden club meetings around the suburbs.
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Vibrant northern lights paint the suburban skiesNov 12, 2025 8:49 am - The northern lights have made an impressive appearance across the suburbs this week, and more could be on the away. In towns including Schaumburg, Carpentersville, Huntle...
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Agility Junkies hosts Community Pet Food DriveNov 07, 2025 10:30 pm - Agility Junkies is hosting a community pet food drive to support families impacted by reduced SNAP benefits.
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2025 Veterans Day ceremonies, concerts across the suburbsNov 07, 2025 12:26 pm - Communities across the suburbs will observe Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with ceremonies and concerts. Here are some of the events planned in the suburbs in honor of the men and women who have served in the United States armed services.