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
Berry Picking
Strawberry and Berry Picking in McHenry County
Editor’s note: updated to reflect current Phase 3 conditions. My kids can eat their weight in berries and then some! Find unlimited berries which will make for some amazing smoothies, shakes, pies and cakes, or just breakfast […]
Give Back
Give Local – Giving Tuesday Guide
After a weekend of steals and deals, it’s time to come together as a community and help some local nonprofits as they try to close out their years on a high note. According to the […]
Christmas
A Very Merry Huntley Festival
Editor’s Note: This story was previously published and has been updated to reflect current dates and information. ’Tis the season to empty your energy tanks and wallets (and possibly wine bottles) as you navigate the […]
Christmas
The Holidays Shine Bright at McHenry County Tree Lightings
Your children will ooh and ahhh and delight in staying up after dark (we won’t tell them it’s only 6:00 p.m.!) when you light up the holidays at a McHenry County Tree Lighting. From lighted […]
Christmas
O’Christmas Tree, O’ Christmas Tree – Christmas Tree Farms in McHenry County
It’s almost December! Time to deck the halls and trim the tree! If your looking for a bit of fun, adventure, and a very fresh tree why not head to one of our local farms […]
Dining In McHenry County
Handmade Chocolate, Candy and Sweet Shops in McHenry County
October is the month of indulgence! Instead of stealing candy from your kids’ buckets, further your chocolate game with something homemade. Shopping local is the best way to spread the love, check out these independently-owned […]
Halloween
Trunk or Treat in McHenry County
The concept of Trunk-or-Treat is that instead of going house to house you walk around a park or parking lot and visit cars, decorated cars, and trick-or-treat safely in one location. Many events also have […]
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
Trick-or-treating is no longer reserved to the block you live on. These days, there are a lot of opportunities around McHenry County to trick-or-treat, and not only on Halloween. Grab your little ones and your […]