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SLCL's Housewalk is Friday - get your tickets today

SLCL's Housewalk Has Something Special in Store! 

McHenry County Living magazine is a proud sponsor of the Service League's 37th Annual Housewalk tomorrow (9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m.). The theme "Something Old, Something New" could not be more representative of the four lovely homes featured this year - stepping inside each one, visitors will appreciate the creativity and uniqueness of the homes, with both contemporary and vintage details. Get an exclusive sneak peek here! Tickets are $20 through today, and $25 on the day of the walk. Many local businesses, including restaurants, are offering discounts to be used in conjunction with the Housewalk. Get your tickets today at these Crystal Lake locations:  

 

  • Countryside Nursery, 5301 E. Terra Cotta (Rt. 176) 
  • Wickham Interiors, 67 N. Williams St.
  • 1776 Restaurant, 397 W. Virginia St.
  • Twisted Stem, 407 E. Terra Cotta (Rt. 176)
  • Dalzell Jewelers, 41 N. Williams St.
  • Around the Clock, 5011 Northwest Hwy.
  • Yours & Meyn, 37 N. Williams Street   


 
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The Fall Family Fest is Saturday in Cary!

   

More Great Events This Weekend ...    

 

Saturday is the Fall Family Fest at Lions Park in Cary - McHenry County Living is a proud sponsor of this fun even featuring hay rides, pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, crafts and lots more.

 

Don't forget to check out Raue Center's 2011/2012 season lineup and get tickets today!  

     

Friday is the Hope Through Dance performance at Woodstock Opera House, a festival bringing together performance companies and dancers for the Laura Twirls Foundation. "Treasure Island" runs Saturday and Sunday next door at Stage Left Cafe.      

 

Saturday is the "Remember Our Heroes" Car Show on the Woodstock Square including a pig roast, beer tent, raffles and music to honor those serving the country.     

    

Saturday and Sunday's Fall Car Corral and Car Show at the Volo Auto Museum will boast hundreds of classic cars for sale plus bands, a beer and wine garden, and pig roast.

 

Saturday, enjoy music, raffles and a silent auction at the Oakwood Hills Car Show - all proceeds will benefit the Military Tribute.    

 

Saturday at the Art Show in My Secret Garden at Gardens of Woodstock, stroll among the amazing gardens, view paintings, enjoy a glass of beer or wine while listening to soft jazz.     

 

Shop at McHenry County Living's retail partners this weekend! 

   

Today through Sunday is the Free Pandora Bracelet Event at The Thoughtfulness Shop on the Woodstock Square - receive a Pandora clasp bracelet with a purchase of $100 or more of Pandora jewelry. 

 

Friday and Saturday is Blooms & Rooms Open Days Market in McHenry featuring "Colors of the Season." Enjoy vintage, rustic, modern and classic furniture, home accents, garden decor, silk flowers and fresh picks.   

 

Saturday, The Clothes Gallery Trunk Show & Party in downtown Crystal Lake will highlight Brighton's fall 2011 collection with raffle prizes throughout the day.

 

More events and details are listed on the calendar here.   

 

Enjoy the weekend! 

-McHenry County Living

 

 

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One lucky winner of Theater Undreground's "Where is Your ERRE?" contest will receive a free pair of tickets to the November show "An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein."  To enter, post a photo of the "ERRE" logo in the most creative location you can find to their

facebook page. The theater's founders will choose the best one (there is some stiff competition online!).


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.