Summer
Free or Cheap Movies for Kids {Summer}
A great way to beat the summer heat is with a movie in the cool and comfortable air-conditioning. With the cost of the tickets, popcorn, and drinks it can be so expensive. However, it doesn’t […]
Summer
Performance
Summer Concerts in McHenry County
One of the great things about summer is all the activities move outside! Summer concerts are a great way to spend time with family and friends and enjoy the talents of local musicians. Pack a […]
Performances
Crystal Lake Summer Concerts on the Beach
Originally published on little Lake County in 2017, updated to reflect current information. Watching your kids building sand castles on the beach, checking out the boats swaying on the water, running into neighbors and friends, sharing […]
Summer
Outdoor Movies in McHenry County
One of the “new to me” experiences I had when moving to the suburbs was outdoor movies. I’m not talking drive-ins, those are pretty spectacular too. I’m talking about neighbors gathering in a yard and […]
Summer
Summer Must-Visit: The McHenry Outdoor Theater
This story originally published on Little Lake County in 2015, it has been updated to reflect current information. Nostalgia at its best: the sound of crickets in the peacefulness of summertime, feeling the warm breeze under a […]
Summer
Car Shows and Cruise Nights in McHenry County
I love a good classic Corvette. Having two boys that love cars, checking out classic vehicles and oohing and ahhing over them is a summer tradition. If you have a similar love of classic cars […]
Amusment Parks
Little McHenry County: Woodstock Golf & Games: Go-Karts and More {Woodstock}
Go-Karts and More Looking for an entertaining afternoon to spend some one-on-one time with your tween? Or a new fun-filled family day? Visit Woodstock Golf & Games, and have a blast together playing mini-golf, go-karting, hitting […]
Performance
Wonder Lake Water Ski Show: A Truly Wonderful Night!
McHenry County is well-known for being home to numerous lakes as well as the Fox River, which provide a plethora of watersport opportunities to residents; therefore, it shouldn’t be a surprise to learn that we […]