Pumpkin Patches
Pumpkin Patches in Lake County
In Fall, it is practically your civic duty to have a pumpkin outside of your home. Lots of places sell them, but it’s less fun to grab one at the grocery store when you can […]
Woodstock
Fall
Corn Maze Fun In and Around Lake County
My family and I love to go to a corn maze every fall, and since moving to the Midwest we’ve been pleasantly surprised at just how much you can do at a corn maze! Whether […]
Berry Picking
Strawberry and Berry Picking In Lake County
My kids can’t get enough of berries. For them, the only thing better than eating sweet strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries is picking them. We are very fortunate that we live in an area where picking […]
Christmas
Nutcracker Performances in Lake County
The 2018 Guide to Nutcracker Performances is presented by Dance Academy of Libertyville. See DAL dancers perform the Nutcracker at the Prairie Center for the Arts December 1 – 10 Music. Magic. Mystery. Mesmerizing dancers. […]
Festivals
Winter Festivals in Lake County {2018}
Arctic temperatures, ice, and snow will soon be gracing us with its presence again here in Lake County. While I have always thought of this time of the year as just a time to stay […]
Restaurants
Top 20 Taco Eateries in Lake County
It was time. I needed to be coaxed out of my proverbial “taco” shell. You see, I’m spoiled in the way of tacos; I can find both authentic and gourmet tacos within a short distance […]
Little McHenry County
Little Reviews: Ethereal Confections {Woodstock}
They had me at chocolate. Well, not really. To be truthful, it was coffee. My husband and I were in search of a coffee fix after dropping our daughter off to pre-game practice in a […]
Amusement Parks
Little McHenry County: Woodstock Golf & Games: Go-Karts and More {Woodstock}
Little Lake County parents are active, mobile and always seeking adventure! Sometimes we even traverse outside of our fair county to find family entertainment beyond our borders. Due to popular reader demand, we introduce “Little […]
Berry Picking
Fall Berry Picking in and around Lake County
Fall isn’t just apple picking season, there are still berries left for enjoyment. We’ve checked out the farms and these all feature fall raspberries. As with all U-pick farms please be sure to call ahead […]
Playgrounds and Parks
Park Profile: Emricson Park (Woodstock)
If you are in McHenry County and looking for a playground with lots of variety, then stop by Emricson Park in Woodstock. You will find a variety of climbing structures and a plethora of slides […]