The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum, 6422 Main St., will present the 32nd Annual Heritage Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9. This year’s theme is, “Unwind Like It’s 1899.” (Photo courtesy of McHenry County Historical Society and Museum)

Crystal Lake

 Crystal Lake Park Dist. to host Family Camp-Out event

The Crystal Lake Park District will host Family Camp-Out from 6 p.m. July 7 to 8 a.m. July 8 at Main Beach Picnic Area, 300 Lake Shore Drive. Participating families should bring tents, lawn chairs, snacks and sleeping gear. Park District staff members will help participants set up tents and build campfires. Families will be treated to hot dogs and s’more by the fire on July 7, and donuts and juice for breakfast July 8. A free paddleboat ride is also included. The cost is $95 per family. Pre-registration is required; the deadline is July 1. To sign up, and for more information, contact Jessica Ortega at (815) 459-0680, Ext. 1213 or via email at jortega@crystallakeparks.org — or visit www.crystallakeparks.org.

Huntley

 Village of Huntley Board approves final plat for senior living facility

The Huntley Village Board recently approved the final plat for Resort Lifestyle Communities to develop Huntley Springs, a 130-unit senior independent living facility located along an eastern extension of Powers Road. Huntley Springs is being touted as an all-inclusive, resort-style facility for adults age 55 and older. In addition to luxury apartments, the pet-friendly development will feature on-demand dining, a coffee bar/pub, concierge services, a 150-seat theater, library, fitness center, lounge, valet parking, shuttle transportation and more. Construction is anticipated to begin this year, and the development is expected to open in 2018. For more information, including charter resident pricing options, contact Scott Beech at (224) 762-0952 or via email at sbeech@rlcommunities.com — or visit www.rlcommunities.com.

Lake in the Hills

Salute to the Troops Concert & Picnic on tap

The Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department and the Veterans Memorial Committee will co-host Salute to the Troops Picnic & Concert at 5:30 p.m. June 30 at Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate. The event includes a petting zoo, oversized lawn game competitions and a cash concessions stand. A live performance by The Banjo Buddies Dixieland Quartet will begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (847) 960-7460 or visit www.lith.org.

Woodstock

 Woodstock Farmers Market continues LINK Double Coupon program

The Woodstock Farmers Market, a producers-only market held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday (May-October), announced it has once again been awarded funding from LINK Up Illinois to continue the Double Coupon program for LINK customers. Participating LINK shoppers will receive a 1:1 match of Double Coupons for purchases of SNAP-approved produce, essentially doubling their buying power at the Farmers Market. Only fruits and vegetables may be purchased with Double Coupons. For more information, call (815) 338-5164 or visit www.woodstockfarmersmarket.org.

Algonquin

 Village of Algonquin ends current electrical aggregation program

The village announced that its current electrical aggregation program with NIGEAC expires in July. The village determined it could not obtain rates that would be guaranteed lower than the ComEd rate. Residents will automatically be moved back to ComEd at their meter read date in July, which will be reflected on ComEd bills received in August. The village will monitor the market, and may re-establish the electrical aggregation program if rates turn more favorable in the future. With suspension of the program, residents may receive solicitations from electrical companies and are strongly advised to avoid any fees that may be added to a fixed supply rate, as well as termination fees and variable rates. For more information, call (847) 658-2700 or visit www.pluginillinois.org.

McHenry

 $12 early bird tickets through June 29 for Garden Walk

Come visit some of the best home gardens in the county. The University of Illinois Extension McHenry County Master Gardeners and McHenry County College are planning a Garden Walk on July 8, which will showcase a total of eight beautiful McHenry County gardens. The tour starts at the McHenry County College Demonstration garden and meanders through the Crystal Lake area. The theme is “The Secret Garden.” At each garden, hosts have labeled their plants and will be on hand to answer questions and share their secrets to success. In addition, Extension Master Gardeners will answer questions as well as offer educational materials.

The Demonstration Garden at McHenry County College will serve as the Garden Walk’s starting point. The Demo Garden includes a vine garden, shade garden, rain garden and extensive displays of perennials and annuals. Buy advance tickets for $12 by calling (815) 455-8588 or online at mchenry.edu/gardenwalk (through June 29). Or purchase your tickets the day of the walk at the Extension Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden at MCC for $17.

For information, call (815) 479-7570, visit mchenry.edu/gardenwalk or email conferencecenter@mchenry.edu.

Road project underway on Crystal Lake Road

The city announced that pavement widening, including turn lanes and concrete curb, is currently under construction in the northbound lane of Crystal Lake Road at the intersection of Royal Drive. The work also includes traffic signal modifications along with other incidental aspects. The roadway improvements are associated with site work for a private development currently under construction along the city right-of-way on Crystal Lake Road. Due to construction, the northbound lane of Crystal Lake Road will be temporarily shifted to the west, and the dedicated left-turn lane to westbound Royal Drive will temporarily be utilized for all northbound and westbound traffic. Minor and short-duration lane closures are anticipated. Access will be maintained to all residential and commercial entrances within the project limits. The project is anticipated to be completed by mid-July. For more information, call (815) 363-2100 or visit www.ci.mchenry.il.us.

Union

Historical Society to host annual Heritage Fair

The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum, 6422 Main St., will present the 32nd Annual Heritage Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9. This year’s theme is, “Unwind Like It’s 1899.” The event includes an antique car show, white elephant sale, pie-baking contest, antique auction, children’s activities and entertainment, exhibition tours, baked goods, food vendors, music by the Clef Hangers barbershop quartet and more. Admission is free. For more information, call (815) 923-2267 or visit www.mchenrycountyhistory.org.

–McHenry County News Briefs–