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Jewel buys five more Dominick’s storesMar 6, 2014 12:00 AM
Five additional former Dominick’s Finer Foods stores, including two in the Northwest suburbs, will reopen as Jewel-Osco supermarkets under a deal inked Thursday, company officials said. Stores in Fox River Grove and Lake Zurich were part of the deal, officials said.
Wine tasting banishes cabin fever for record crowdMar 6, 2014 12:00 AM
On Saturday, February 22, over 450 people wined and dined at the 50th annual A Grapevine of Friends Wine Tasting, benefitting Clearbrook’s Employment Services Program.
Suddenly, bus driver ‘ain’t so special’Mar 4, 2014 12:00 AM
A Fox River Grove letter to the editor: Hello, Governor Quinn, President Obama and Dick Durbin. I am a part time school bus driver in Illinois. I earn $15-plus per hour wage with no health insurance privileges.
Learn about sustainable building materialsMar 3, 2014 12:00 AM
The public is invited to Green Drinks McHenry County from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen, 110 N Main St. in Crystal Lake. Dave Kozlowski is the owner of Little Green Houses, since 2000, a residential remodeling enterprise employing green building materials and methods. He specializes in sustainable materials selection, home energy analysis and retrofits, passive solar design, and reducing your carbon footprint. He is a volunteer Climate Leader with the Climate Reality Project providing educational programs on the urgency of personal and public action to face the climate crisis.
Learn how to bring native garden plants to your yardFeb 28, 2014 12:00 AM
Get a jump on spring with McHenry County Conservation District. Learn how to bring a native garden to your yard, how to attract butterflies, and find out about sandhill cranes.
Smart Farm of Barrington Set for Spring Vegetable Seedling SaleFeb 28, 2014 12:00 AM
Smart Farm of Barrington will host its annual spring vegetable seedling sale on Saturday, May 17, from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon at their hoop house located on the Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Campus, 450 W. Hwy. 22, Barrington.
Half marathon helps fund running club scholarshipFeb 27, 2014 12:00 AM
The annual March Madness Half Marathon will be at 8:35 a.m. Sunday, March 16, from Cary-Grove High School. The race raises funds for the Hillstrider Distance Running Scholarship in memory of Fritz Kauffman.
Apply now for Hebron Drainage District 1 seatFeb 27, 2014 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Board is accepting applications from people interested in appointment to the Hebron Drainage District No. 1. Two vacant positions are available.
What is Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)?Feb 26, 2014 12:00 AM
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) combines endoscopy and ultrasound; this procedure allows a doctor to obtain detailed images of the digestive track.
Open Mic, Jam Nights return to Haystacks Coffee House in McHenryFeb 26, 2014 12:00 AM
The popular Open Mic and Jam Night returns to Haystacks Coffee House at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at the Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 5603 Bull Valley Road, McHenry. The evening will feature local performers showing their skills as folk, rock, jazz, and classical musicians, as well as performances by comedians and poets.
Environmental Defenders welcome all to celebrate group’s 44th anniversaryFeb 26, 2014 12:00 AM
The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County invite the public to celebrate the 44th anniversary of the organization with its members on Sunday, March 9. The brunch will be from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Loyola University’s Retreat and Ecology Campus at 2710 S. Country Club Road, Woodstock. Tickets for the event are $25 for members and $50 for nonmembers, which includes the price of a one-year membership. Guests may attend just the program portion of the event for free, but RSVPs are requested.
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is Hosting Community Blood Drive on March 5Feb 25, 2014 12:00 AM
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 5, 10 am – 4 pm in the Prairie Room at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 West Highway 22 in Barrington, Illinois.
Irish ensemble to performFeb 24, 2014 12:00 AM
Raue Center For The Arts welcomes the award-winning group Danu to Crystal Lake at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 2. Founded in 1995, Danu has become known as one of Ireland’s most important ensembles. Get in the spirit for St. Patrick’s Day early with traditional Irish music.
Local chorus hosts annual fashion showFeb 23, 2014 12:00 AM
Looking for a way to warm up at the end of a long, cold winter? Preview spring and summer fashions at the 27th annual fashion show and luncheon hosted by award-winning chorus the Choral-Aires Chorus and Zzazz Productions.
Women invited to Centegra event in Crystal LakeFeb 23, 2014 12:00 AM
This year’s Centegra Health Strong Woman Event will provide education and entertainment to empower women to make their health a priority. The event will be from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake, 800 S. Route 31.
McHenry County Historical Society needs docents Feb 23, 2014 12:00 AM
If you enjoy telling a good story, thrive on meeting new people and have a drive to learn new things, the McHenry County Historical Society & Museum has an educational opportunity for you.
Warrenville karate team places at national tournamentFeb 21, 2014 12:00 AM
Members of the Baekwoon Mu Sul Tigers, led by Senseis Jeremy and Elijah Talbott, have made their mark again.
St. Margaret Mary Parish to host Shamrock Shave benefitFeb 21, 2014 12:00 AM
Introduced six years ago with low expectations, the Shamrock Shave benefit has quickly grown to become a major area fundraising event at St. Margaret Mary Parish in Algonquin. Recently, St. Margaret Mary Parish was recognized with a Community Service Award from the village of Algonquin due to the success of the Shamrock Shave and its positive impact on the community the last six years.
Roselle Artisan Handcrafts Hot Rod Cremation UrnsFeb 19, 2014 12:00 AM
Steve Shannon is filling the need for personalized custom cremation urns.
First Early Bird Drawing Deadline is February 21 for $1.6 Million Dream Home or $1.3 Million in CashFeb 19, 2014 12:00 AM
Some lucky person with a $150 raffle ticket will have a chance to win a magnificent $1.6 million Chicago dream home or $1.3 million in cash in the 3rd Annual Chicago Dream House Raffle to benefit The Hope Institute for Children and Families. Individuals that purchase their $150 raffle tickets by February 21 will be entered to win a car or $25,000 cash, as well as the dream house, and over 550 other prizes, including vacations, cars and electronics. Tickets can be purchased online at www.chicagoraffle.com or by phone by calling 800-697-7734. The early bird drawing will take place on March 5.