Northern Illinois Parents

Farmers Market+ At The Dole
2025-05-25 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | The Dole, 401 Country Club Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, United States
A farmer’s market plus so much more!
Outdoor Market
Sundays, May 25th – Oct 26th, 2025
(no markets: Jun 29 & Jul 6 due to Lakeside Fest)
10 am – 2 pm
Front lawn of the historic Dole Mansion
401 Country Club Rd. Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Free Admission, Ample Parking, Pet Friendly, Rain or Shine, ATM Onsite

Fox Lake District Library Summer Storytime
2025-06-02 10:00 | Fox Lake District Library, 255 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, 60020, United States

Community Resource Day
2025-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Willow-Crystal Lake, 100 S Main St, Crystal Lake, United States
Community Resource Days – Every Friday!

Looking for support or resources in McHenry County? Stop by Willow Crystal Lake every Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm.

This collaborative event connects individuals with vital services, including:

– Veteran & Homeless Services-Housing & Utility Assistance-Mental Health, Disabilities & Substance Abuse Support

-Employment Help-Youth & Family Services-Food & Medical Assistance

PLUS: Free showers, lunch, laundry, haircuts, clothing, and bike repair available on-site.

Brick Builders Club of Algonquin
2025-06-06 17:00 - 19:30 | Bricks & Minifigs, 212 Eastgate Ct., Algonquin, 60102, United States
Come build epic structures, complete fun challenges, and connect with fellow LEGO fans! Bricks are provided, just bring your imagination. Friday Nights from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm.

A Country Christmas Arts & Craft Show
2025-10-25 08:30 - 16:00 | Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 S McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, 60014, United States
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS!Saturday, October 25, 2025From 8:30 am to 4:00 pmAndSunday, October 26, 2025From 9 am to 3 pm
Crystal Lake South High School1200 S McHenry AveCrystal Lake, IL 60014
Come celebrate with us 50 years of A Country Christmas Arts & Craft Show! This highly anticipated juried event is the largest craft show in McHenry County. It showcases talented local artisans as well as creators from across the country. This year we are excited to introduce new artisans alongside your beloved favorites.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to shop for yourself or kickstart your holiday shopping in style! Mark your calendars for the 50th annual show, presented by the Crystal Lake South High School Booster Club.
Join us at Crystal Lake South High School, conveniently located at 1200 S McHenry Ave., just a block off Randall Road in Crystal Lake. Enjoy raffles and door prizes while exploring an impressive selection of handmade and unique gifts from talented artisans. Admission is only $3, and children 12 and under enter free, with free parking available.
We cant wait to see you there!

Halloween Trick or Treat Event
2025-10-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake, IL
Join us for a spooktacular day of family fun at Crystal Lake Plaza’s Trick or Treat Halloween Event on Saturday, October 25th, from 11am to 2pm! Gather your friends and family for an exciting lineup of trick-or-treating, shows, games, and more. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
🍬 Trick or Treating at the Stores: Let your little ghouls and goblins collect delicious treats as they visit our participating stores.
🐐 Petting Zoo: Meet friendly goats and other barnyard buddies up close.
👻 Magic Shows: Be amazed by magical performances.
🎨 Caricatures & Balloon Artist: Take home a fun caricature or enjoy watching a balloon artist twist up some Halloween fun.
🚛 Touch a Truck: Get hands-on with vehicles up close at our Touch a Truck exhibit.
🎃 Face Painting, Airbrush & Glitter Tattoos: Transform yourself into your favorite character with our face painting and glitter tattoos.
🕹️ Axe Throwing: Try your hand at axe throwing for some thrilling fun – sponsored by Mathnasium.
🏰 Inflatable Obstacle Courses: Jump, climb, and slide through two fun-filled inflatable obstacle course.
🥋 Incredible Martial Arts Show Watch incredible martial arts demonstrations by Lee’s Martial Arts that showcase skill and discipline.
📻 Star 105.5 Broadcasting Live: Enjoy live broadcasts from Star 105.5 and come early to get a pumpkin.
🍽️ KD Market Food Specials: Enjoy a variety of tasty event-day specials.
🍕 Pizza by the Slice for $5 by Pinemoor Pizza, available exclusively during the event.
Crystal Lake Plaza Businesses Participating in Trick or Treating:
Thank You to Our Businesses Supporting the Community!
Achieve Footwear, Associated Bank, Athletico Physical Therapy, Clearbrook, Coco Rolls, Crystal Lake Buffett, Crystal Lake Flower Shop, Crystal Lake Furniture Store, Crystal Lake Marine Corps Recruiting, Crystal Lake Travel Agency, Crystal Lake Shoe Repair, Currency Exchange, Cut It Out Scrapbook, H.C Stamp & Coin, KD Market, L.A. Tan, La Michocana, Las Cazuelitas, Lee’s Martial Arts, Mathnasium, McHenry County Republican Party, Metro PC, Nelson’s Jewelry, On Angels Wings, Pinemoor Pizza, Rainbow Backflow, Repographics, Salon Cora, Yu’s Foot Massage
Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy this spooktacular event with us at Crystal Lake Plaza. We can’t wait to see you there. Visit our website for more details.

Trick or Treat at Downtown McHenry Businesses
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown McHenry, McHenry, IL, 60050, United States
Come on out & Trick or Treat at our local businesses in Downtown McHenry on Saturday October 25th from 5-7pm. Map will be posted week of the event.

22nd annual Trick-or-Treat event at Safety Town
2025-10-31 15:30 - 17:30 | Safety Town – LITH, 1109 Crystal Lake Road, Lake in the Hills, IL, 60156, United States
On Halloween, Friday, October 31st, we’ll be hosting our 22nd annual Trick-or-Treat event at Safety Town from 3:30pm – 5:30pm.
Bring your children out for a memorable trick-or-treating experience at Safety Town, located at 1109 Crystal Lake Road.
Come see family friendly monsters, ghosts, and ghouls along with local officers, Police Cadets, fire fighters, and community volunteers.
Let your little goblin stop at mini-buildings collecting candy while visiting with the fun and friendly Halloween creatures that roam inside the fence!
There is no charge for this event. It is open to ghosts and ghouls of all ages!
Are you interested in serving as a community volunteer? Contact the Community Relations Division by email communityrelations@lith.org for more information.
For more information on the event, please visithttps://bit.ly/LITHPDTrickorTreat

Sensory Sundae
2025-06-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Cary Dairy Ice Cream Cafe, 395 Cary-Algonquin Rd. Suite E, Cary, 60013, United States

Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering
2025-04-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Moon Phases of Life Ministry, Dean St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
Join Us for the Village Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering!
Sunday, September 7th at 11 AM Moon Phases of Life Ministry – Woodstock, IL
This month’s topic is Sex, Intimacy & Connection in Pregnancy and Beyond + Connecting with Your Baby with special guest speaker Dr. Heather Keppen, MEd, PhD, LCPC – Behavioral Health Therapist
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum bring many physical and emotional shifts that can impact intimacy, connection, and self-identity. Join us for an open, supportive discussion about nurturing your relationship, rebuilding intimacy, and fostering emotional closeness with your partner and baby. Dr. Keppen will offer insights, strategies, and a safe space to explore these important topics with compassion and understanding.
What is The Village Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering?A Community Prenatal is a sacred, communal gathering that nourishes and celebrates those on the journey of motherhood—whether you are expecting, postpartum, or simply holding space for others. It is a space to connect, share wisdom, and empower yourself with knowledge for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and family wellness.
Each month, we offer free educational classes, discussions, and hands-on activities to support families in navigating holistic health. These gatherings are for anyone who feels called to connect—pregnant, postpartum, birth workers, or those planning for a future pregnancy.
Why do we offer this for free?Because education, community, and support should be accessible to all. We believe in empowering families with holistic tools and wisdom so they can make the best choices for their relationships, birth, and beyond.
Come as you are. Your sisterhood is waiting. RSVP: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moonphasesoflife.com%2Fbooking-calendar%2Fvillage-prenatal%3Freferral%3Dservice_list_widget%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1ysO9Ynie8_J708te_NMu2Kg7A6iPIxT0PIb-2qyii1SV1QykEjqXFCCQ_aem_vBHmbE9IrXTpJ6evbflZjA&h=AT3FINSP0LUWGUmJzUbpP_p6asOKCahQ3cZsNOcASOJPIkBW43bi0ScYdTSI2AiJnul6EJZKO3y0pRIPr1hssPUNPI-EqkwPwflXS2YLw12R6uI6l2lmH5gyVq7G8JkzgbJaMQhRMNivbKCiMg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT1oS72CZffrYSwa2rs2loBCNS9oRapDzOyBBbdzmgaSLZ52wxLqU7kLVsPTizmfRuVMBbJPYgdOpySL7ZIbG6YmuREzhDOVbVzepQ0uKPnS3D4bl53S2KmjxSgDZeDjiH_kvLZLuSV0UDCaVXbkvOQvCDOmi0K4

Story Time & Craft at Marvin’s Toy Store McHenry
2025-06-06 10:30 | Marvin’s Toy Store – McHenry, 1202 Riverside Drive, Shop #8, McHenry, 60050, United States
Story Time & Craft at Marvin’s Toy Store McHenry
Join us the first Friday of every month from June – October at 10:30 AM for a fun outdoor Story Time and kids’ craft!

Free craft supplies
Perfect for ages 1-5
Free kids’ drink from @shop.ateaco with a coffee or tea purchase

No registration needed—just bring a blanket and enjoy the fun!

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
2025-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
For Mothers: from pregnancy through the first year

CALM for Providers Training - Virtual Training
2025-07-11 09:00 - 13:00 | McHenry County Mental Health Board, 620 Dakota St, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012, United States
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) is an evidence based training and powerful addition to existing strategies to reduce the risk of suicide death in at-risk people while respecting their rights and autonomy.
Free IDFPR CEUs for LSW/LCSW, LPC/LCPC, Psychologists, and IAODAPCA. CME/CEUs for physicians and nurses are pending.

Midweek Matinee Film Series
2025-07-16 13:00 | Woodstock Opera House, 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, 60098, United States
ON SALE NOW – Join us for our Midweek Matinee film series! Relive the magic of your favorite movie classics with a special screening of a nostalgic film every month on a Wednesday afternoon.
