
Summer Storytime at the Parks
Picnic Grove Park 598 Birch Ln, Fox River Grove, United StatesCheck the schedule to see which FRG park we’ll be at each Wednesday. No registration required!

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Check the schedule to see which FRG park we’ll be at each Wednesday. No registration required!

Each week from June 10 to August 6, get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets to the first show on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Make every summer movie outing even more enjoyable by including cinema favorites like Pepsi, popcorn, ICEE, Dippin’ Dots, or a Super Pretzel as part of the feature presentation. All Summer Movie Express guests […]

The Village of Algonquin is thrilled to unveil the brand-new Towne Park, and we invite you to join us for a special ribbon cutting celebration! This exciting event will feature something for everyone—explore the custom designed playground, grab a bite to eat from local food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment. This much anticipated moment is […]

Longest running Car Show in McHenry County! Every Wednesday Night in McHenry County! This summer, we’re thrilled to return downtown for our home location for Cary Cruise Nights. Every Wednesday Night in downtown Cary from 6:00-8:30P. *Final two weeks of the summer the shows end at 8:00P due to darkness We’re eagerly anticipating our 27th […]

June 4: Planes, Trains, Automobiles & Beyond Ice Cream Sponsor: Groundhog Days June 11: Summer Reads Ice Cream Sponsor: Woodstock Pride June 18: Kaleidoscope Ice Cream Sponsor: Theatre 121 June 25: Player’s Choice Ice Cream Sponsor: Farm Bureau of McHenry County July 2: America the Beautiful Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Opera House July 9: The Big Apple Ice Cream […]

Explore helpful tools and techniques to make potty training a more positive experience. What’s Happening Led by Carolyn Sweeney, RN, retired School Nurse from the Special Education District of McHenry County, this workshop is designed to support families and caregivers through the toilet training process. ✔ Learn proven potty training techniques ✔ Discover ways to […]

We have two dates open! Monday June 16th and Friday June 13th are both available. If you have kids younger than 8, we recommend signing up for the 13th since it is mostly 7 year olds. If you have older kids, the 16th will be a better fit. If neither of those dates work for […]

Story Time & Craft with Marvin’s Toy Store at Grounds Coffee Bar & Cafe in Downtown Crystal Lake Join us the third Thursday of every month this summer at 10:00 AM for a fun Story Time and kids’ craft! June 19thJuly 17thAugust 21st Free craft supplies Perfect for ages 1–5 Free kids’ drink from Grounds with a […]

Can your team be the first to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle? Back by popular demand, join us for the Library’s third Puzzle Competition. Sign up your team of 2-4 people beginning June 1. All members of the winning team will receive a prize. Snacks provided. All ages; no library card required. Free and open […]

Our young Stingray Bay passholders and visitors can enjoy free crafting activities at our new “Connie’s Craft Corner” on Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Bay this June and July from 1:00 – 2:30p! Simply visit the pavilion near Little Ray’s Reef to jump in on the fun! Primarily for ages 5 and under.