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 […]
Huntley
Holidays
Memorial Day in McHenry County
Memorial Day is more than just a kick-off to summer. It’s an important day to remember those who have served our nation in the armed forces. What a great opportunity it is to teach our […]
Mother's Day
Mother’s Day Brunch in McHenry County
As a mom I can attest to the fact that what I really want for Mother’s Day is no one asking me to make anything. Nothing. Not a meal, not a decision, not a thing. […]
Festivals
Kite Festivals in McHenry County
Blue skies and spring breezes are the perfect backdrops for one of the most fun family traditions – kite flying! The following kite festivals will bring together people from all over the community to celebrate […]
Farms
McHenry County Farmers Markets
Market Season is about to begin! Visiting the Farmers Market is one of my favorite family activities. Aside form the fresh produce you get to talk to the people that grew the food, meet other […]
Easter
Guide to Easter Events in McHenry County
Here comes Peter Cottontail hopping down the bunny trail! Catch him at these locations in McHenry County. The Little McHenry county Guide to Easter events has rounded up all the Easter fun so that you […]
Holidays
Family Guide to St. Patrick’s Day in McHenry County
Don your green top hat and kick up your heels it’s time to celebrate all things Irish. If you are looking for some family-friendly events and activities to celebrate the Luck of the Irish with […]
Farms
Little McHenry County Guide to CSA’s
A winter like we have had can have you longing for summer. If you are craving those fresh and bright fruits and vegetables of summer now is the time to start planning for it! I […]
Dining In McHenry County
Best Pie in McHenry County
National Pie Day is January 23 and we can’t think of anything better for a cold and snowy January than a slice of delicious pie. Pie won’t ask you what’s for dinner of if you […]
Christmas
A Very Merry Huntley Festival
’Tis the season to empty your energy tanks and wallets (and possibly wine bottles) as you navigate the busiest and most wonderful time of the year! In my home, December negotiates a very, very fine […]