Marengo Settlers Days Parade is the best parade in McHenry County. The reason? It has more bands than any other parade, some of which have NONE. That’s because of the band contest after the parade at Marengo High School. But … Continue reading
A press release from Crystal Lake High School District 155: Cary-Grove Student Plays in Band to Benefit Lurie Children’s Hospital Crystal Lake – Cary-Grove freshman Matthew Jazwinski plays bass in a band that brings awareness and helps raise funds for … Continue reading
Over the last two days I’ve shared the show that both Democrats and Republicans put on in the Lake in the Hills Parade Saturday. Today let’s look at the Lake in the Hills elected officials, elected in non-partisan elections, as … Continue reading
This tee shirt was on a guy walking in the food court of the Old Capitol Art Fair. Maybe he was looking for bratwurst, as was I, albeit unsuccessfully. The message was too funny to pass up. The music was … Continue reading
After the Village Officials in the Johnsburg Parade came the Johnsburg High School Marching Band. And then came the partisan politicians. State Senator Pam Althoff, running for re-election, was first. Right behind Althoff’s walkers were those for State Rep. Jack … Continue reading
The Bruce Rauner Inaugural Committee announced Monday that the band in which State Rep. Mike Tyron plays will open the Inaugural Concert: The Boat Drink Caucus – comprised of Representative Chad Hays, Representative Mike Tryon and Senator Don Harmon – … Continue reading
There was no sun, but it was a great day for a parade in Johnsburg. The route was new, along Church Street this year. The temperature was in the low 70’s. People were in a party mode. When the first … Continue reading
August 31st, these three musician-singers performed at the First United Methodist Church of Crystal Lake. From left to right, they are John Schwan, Robert Godek and Aaron Netzel. Netzel’s ministry is called “On a Dime” and is based in Woodstock. … Continue reading
August 31st, these three musician-singers performed at the First United Methodist Church of Crystal Lake. From left to right, they are John Schwan, Robert Godek and Aaron Netzel. Netzel’s ministry is called “On a Dime” and is based in Woodstock. … Continue reading
