McHenry County Submitted Content
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Save the date for local Wreaths Across America DaySep 30, 2024 10:00 am - The Barrington-based Signal Hill, NSDAR Chapter is pleased to once again organize and facilitate the 2024 Wreaths Across America Day event at Evergreen Cemetery.
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Historical Society of Island Lake presents ‘True Crimes of Lake County’Sep 27, 2024 6:22 pm - The Historical Society of Island Lake invites the community to join them for a fascinating program featuring true crime stories of Lake County, ranging from the Rondout Train Robbery to the Fox Lake Massacre. Nichole Stocker from the Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County will present the facts about several true crimes.
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Huntley’s Shepherd of the Prairie donates 114 handmade quiltsSep 27, 2024 5:47 pm - The Prairie Pointe Quilters at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley have devoted hours to creating custom quilts to give to others for comfort in their time of need.
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Filmmaker Jim Merkel to screen ‘Saving Walden’s World’ at McHenry County CollegeSep 27, 2024 2:54 pm - Jim Merkel transformed his work from helping to develop weapons to building sustainable systems. See his film “Saving Walden’s World” on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at McHenry County College.
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Kane County offers $755,000 Food and Farm Resiliency Grant Program to support local growersSep 26, 2024 11:13 pm - The Kane County Food and Farm Resiliency Grant Program is now open for applications, offering $755,000 in financial assistance to local food-growing businesses and nonprofits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Lake in the Hills Rotary awards $51,000 to local nonprofitsSep 26, 2024 10:26 pm - On Sept. 18, the Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills held its annual grant award ceremony at Boulder Ridge Country Club. The club has supported community nonprofit organizations through its signature event, Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest.
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Newest student-made car wrap design on display at McHenry High SchoolSep 26, 2024 10:08 pm - Those who attend the Oct. 2 Manufacturing, Trades and Industry Expo at McHenry Community High School will have the opportunity to see the newest car wrap honoring McHenry Parks and Recreation that’s on display in the advanced graphics lab.
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Pino Farina Band to headline Huntley Fall Fest with new single release and special fan giveawaySep 26, 2024 9:50 pm - Alt-rock powerhouse Pino Farina Band is set to electrify the stage at Huntley Fall Fest on Sept. 27, with a performance that will mark not only their headlining debut but also the highly anticipated release of their new single, “I Need Answers.”
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Vin Chicago celebrates 90th anniversary with “Uncorking for a Cause” Nov. 1-3 to raise funds for local nonprofitsSep 25, 2024 8:56 am - Family-owned wine retailer Vin Chicago announces the return of “Uncorking for a Cause,” a fundraiser for Chicago area not-for-profit organizations, Nov. 1-3, at its stores in Chicago, Highland Park and Barrington.
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Live music, fireworks and family fun at Huntley Fall FestSep 24, 2024 11:43 pm - The 19th annual Huntley Fall Fest features three days of live entertainment, carnival rides, food, Saturday fireworks, family fall activities, a craft shows and more.