Author: Kristen Gesicki

The Lakeside Festival is almost here!

Written on June 24, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

June 24, 2025 Independence Day doesn’t just mean celebrating our great nation’s birthday – it means the return of the Lakeside Festival at the Dole! Starting Thursday, July 3 and lasting through...

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Written on June 18, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

June 17, 2025 Get ready for a Day Out with Thomas! Thomas the Tank Engine, and all his friends on the Island of Sodor, are once again returning to the Illinois Railway Museum! Day Out with Thomas brings...

Woodstock Pride Fest returns to Square

Written on June 10, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

June 10, 2025 Woodstock Pride Fest returns to Square Woodstock Pride Fest returns to the Square this weekend for its seventh anniversary. Events this year include ColorFest, a run, walk, roll or ride through a...

Why McHenry County? Reinforcing Our Value Proposition

Written on June 2, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

The one essential question in economic development is: Why here? When talking to business leaders about McHenry County, my answer is always clear and rooted in experience. We offer an unmatched combination of location, workforce, and community values that make it not only a smart place to do...

Harvard Milk Days returns for its 84th year

Written on May 27, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

May 27, 2025 Harvard Milk Days returns for its 84th year Harvard Milk Days – the unofficial start of McHenry County’s long and fun-filled summer festival season – is upon us! Billed as...

The McHenry County Coffee and Tea Trail Returns!

Written on May 20, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

May 20, 2025 The McHenry County Coffee and Tea Trail is back! If your day isn’t complete without a cup of joe, take heart – the McHenry County Coffee and Tea Trail is returning starting June 1! Now expanded to 15...

It’s Almost Time for Pool and Splashpad Season!

Written on May 13, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

May 13, 2025 Cool off (soon!) with summer fun at local pools and splash pads! The school year winding to a close also signals the opening of pools for the summer! There’s no shortage of splashy summer...

A New Class of Small Businesses Opens Friday at McHenry Riverwalk!

Written on April 29, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

April 29, 2025 A new class of small businesses open Friday at McHenry Riverwalk! The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes will be open this Friday with a new slate of businesses! Shops will open at 10 a.m., following a...