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Happy 4th of July!
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The 4th of July Weekend is HERE - See You Around Town!
Lakeside Festival is in Crystal Lake July 1-5th  | BBQ? Check. American Flags? Check. Sunscreen? Check. Sparklers? Check. OK, so you're officially ready for Independence Day weekend - and gorgeous weather is in store!
We certainly hope to see you at Lakeside Festival in Crystal Lake, which kicks off today and lasts through Monday. This huge annual event includes Taste By the Lake (food and beverage vendors), bands (including alternative act Cracker), a carnival, parade, fireworks (Monday at Main Beach), BAGGO Tournament (Saturday) and much more.
When you spot the McHenry County Living float go by at the parade on Monday, give us a wave and a shout! (The parade will begin at the Municipal Building and proceed down Dole Avenue, ending at the Lakeside Festival
grounds.)
At the parade, Sgt. Jason McLeod will be honored
posthumously as the Grand Marshal. Sgt. McLeod, a 2006 graduate of Crystal Lake Central High School, lost his life
in Afghanistan in November 2009. His family will represent him
and ride in the Grand Marshal car in the parade.
With all the buzz surrounding fireworks, bands and good eats this weekend, it's a nice gesture to pause and thank those who allow us to enjoy our independence every day. Paula Skweres over at Silver Connections, a free eldercare resource organization, reminded me about this in her recent e-newsletter. She writes: "Remember our veterans and soldiers on the 4th of July. They made Independence Day possible. A quick and easy letter will let them know how much you appreciate their sacrifice."
Enjoy the holiday weekend - be safe and have fun!
Erica
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 Rock the Raue - the 10th Anniversary Season Is Here!
The Raue's 2010-2011 season is here at last and to help celebrate the
10th anniversary, the theater has a year full of celebration and surprises for YOU!
Subscriptions go on sale July 5. And to thank the community for 10 years of patronage, the Raue is offering a
special "Rock the Raue" promotion to subscription purchasers. Here's
how it works: purchase a subscription between July 5 and September 12
and you'll automatically be entered for a chance to get your
subscription free! (Only one subscription if multiples are purchased).
Also you'll automatically receive a discount card valid at local
restaurants. Excludes Lucy's Café subscriptions.
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Fireworks and Entertainment in Crystal Lake
 "The Grandaddy of All Festivals" in McHenry County, Lakeside Festival's fireworks will be on Monday on the lake at dusk featuring Voices in Harmony singing patriotic favorites,
spirituals, folk songs, and songs by American composers.
And next Tuesday, don't forget to check out Concerts in the Park 7 p.m. at Main Beach Bandshell where Probable Cause will be playing '70s favorites up to the latest hits. Get your free issues of MCL at this fun weekly event!
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 Cary Summer Celebration + Concerts in the Park
And come back on Saturday at Lions Park for the Summer Celebration featuring two great bands (Probable Cause at 5:30 p.m. and Libido Funk Circus at 7:45 p.m.) - plus a beautiful fireworks display* to follow. Enjoy a meal from food and beverage vendors while you're there. This event opens at 5 p.m. Parking is $5 for grass; $10 for pavement (admission is free). Hosted by the Cary Park District with assistance from the Village of Cary and the Cary Area Fire Protection District. *In the event of questionable weather, visit www.carypark.com for a weather update. The rain date for fireworks is July 5.
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 Illinois Railway Museum - Independence Day Trolley Pageant
Sunday, celebrate a unique Independence Day by joining IRM's annual parade of electrically powered streetcars, 'L' cars, interurban equipment and work cars. Great photo opportunities. Ride the diesel and electric mainline trains as well! Enjoy live music before and after the Trolley Pageant as the West End Jazz Band entertains.
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 Woodstock's
Fourth of July Fireworks
Woodstock's 4th of July fireworks will be at dusk Sunday at Emricson Park.
Spectators should bring blankets or lawn chairs for sitting on the hills in the
park. Parking in the park is $5. The lots fill early, so people wishing to
park, should come early. There is no charge to walk-ins. Donations to pay for
the fireworks are collected at the park entrances.
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 McHenry City Jazz Band, Farmers Market
Bring a chair for some entertainment by the McHenry City Jazz Band Thursday nights in July at Veterans Memorial Park from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Food vendors and the farmers market is located in the parameter (plus downtown shops and restaurants are steps away).
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Magical Night at the Beach in LITH
 On Tuesday at 7 p.m., bring a picnic basket and your swimsuit for a magical night at Indian Trail Beach (228 Indian Trail) in Lake in the Hills. There, you will be treated to a free magic show performed by Bruce Young while enjoying the beach atmosphere. This event is free.
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Do you have an event you'd like us to include in the Weekender? Space is very limited but we'll consider your submission. Simply send an e-mail with date, time, location, contact info - and a photo if available. For consideration, e-mail your request to erica@mchenrycountyliving.com.
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