Festivals
Craft Beer Festivals in McHenry County
We’ve rounded up the details of this year’s craft beer fests in McHenry County, but be sure to pay attention to ticket sales — most sell out! […]
Barrington
Halloween
Halloween Events in McHenry County
Halloween isn’t just about trick-or-treating. There is an entire month’s worth of family-friendly events happening in McHenry County to get everyone into the spooky spirit. Whether your kids are the haunted house and scary movie-loving […]
Halloween
The Supreme Guide to Trick-or-Treating in McHenry County
Obviously Halloween 2020 is going to look a bit different than usual. However it’s on SATURDAY this year so let’s make the best of it! Be sure to bookmark this page and come back frequently as we […]
Water Play
Splash Pads & Spray Parks in McHenry County
I love spray parks! With four kids and a 7 year age range, it’s a great way for some water fun without having to worry about having enough hands and helpers to be in a […]
Classes
Irish Dance Classes in McHenry County
This time of year traditional Irish Dance, most commonly Irish Stepdance is on display at festive occasions all around town. If the girls with the bouncing cirls and impeccably straight arms has your littles ones […]
Christmas
Last Minute FREE Photos with Santa
It’s the week before Christmas. Really, I double-checked. If your December has gotten away from you and your kids haven’t whispered their wishes to the big guy yet never fear! Not only do you still […]
Christmas
Santa in McHenry – The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Big Guy
Your kids have a list, and they’ve checked it twice. Now it’s time to find the big guy and whisper it in his ear. Lucky for you, we have the ultimate guide to finding the […]
Christmas
Pull up a Chair and Dine with Santa in McHenry County
When you work as hard as Santa Claus you need to eat several hearty meals a day. Santa’s a jolly guy and he likes to share those meals with you! Find where you can have […]
Christmas
Nutcracker Performances in McHenry County
The 2019 Guide to Nutcracker Performances is presented by Dance Academy of Libertyville. See DAL dancers perform the Nutcracker at the Prairie Center for the Arts December 6-15! Nutcracker Performances in McHenry County Barrington Youth […]
Resale
Fall Resale Events in McHenry County
With four kids, resale is my jam. It’s especially useful for those items you have to buy – spare clothes, spare shoes – that your child won’t use, or rarely use, but you need to […]