Quit Smoking Classes Offered - 9/7/2010
6:45 PM: The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) will offer the American Lung Association’s “Freedom from Smoking” program, a 7-week quit smoking class for adults. The program begins on Tuesday, September 7, from 6pm-7:30pm at McHenry County College, 8900 Northwest Highway (Route 14), in Crystal Lake. The $25 enrollment fee is refundable if all sessions are attended.
To register, call MCDH at 815-334-4525. Classes give participants the assistance and tools needed to stop smoking in a supportive group setting. The program will discuss your readiness to quit, nicotine replacement therapy, behavior modification, copies strategies, stress and weight management, and how to stay smoke-free for good. For more information, visit www.mcdh.info. To speak with a counselor immediately, call the Illinois Tobacco Quitline at 1-866-QUIT-YES.
“Retirement Plan Fundamentals/Distributions” - 09/08/10
The McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend a Bring Your Lunch N’ Learn on “Retirement Plan Fundamentals/Distributions” presented by Jeff Batt and Vicki Nielsen, Investment Adviser Representatives, McHenry Financial on Wednesday, September 8th from 12noon to 1:00pm in the McHenry Area Chamber Office located at 1257 N. Green Street.
Seminar will help you learn how you can proactively handle your retirement money. You will receive a workbook to help you assess your current situation and help you make sound financial decisions. (Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through ING Financial Partners, Inc., Member SIPC. McHenry Financial is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by ING Financial Partners, Inc.)
Even though event is FREE, call the McHenry Area Chamber at 815-385-4300 or register online at www.mchenrychamber.com to make your reservations.
Electronics Recycling Event - 09/11/2010
9:30 am - 3:00 pm: Free disposal service hosted by the McHenry County Council of Governments with recycling services provided by Vintage Tech Recycler, Inc. McHenry County Fairgrounds at Route 47 & Country Club Road in Woodstock.
Early Detection & Prevention Center's Annual Health Fair - 09/18/2010
8:00 am - 12:00 pm: Held at Advocate Good Shepherd Outpatient Center , 525 Congress Parkway in Crystal Lake . To Register call 800-323-8622 and mention Class Code 3G35.
COUNTRY MEADOWS INCORPORATES WINE TASTNG - 09/19/10
The McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce is expanding our 18th annual Country Meadows. Show will of course have crafts, Farmers Market, antique Road Show McHenry Style, as well as a small Vendor Fair but new to this year is Wine Tasting. Also new is the location of Veteran's Memorial Park and no gate admission. Event takes place on Sunday, September 19th, 2010 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Cost to participate for a crafter is $90 for a 10'x12' space. Crafts, arts, photography and home arts all must be the exhibitors' own/families work. No manufactured goods or imports. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this spectacular event. Contact the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce at 815-385-4300 for an application or for more details. Our sincere thanks to our sponsors Mercy Health System, Northwest Herald and Corkscrew Pointe.
Managing your Health: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis - 9/21/2010
6:30 PM TO 8:00 PM: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are two conditions frequently referred to as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). With no medical cure, patients tend to fluctuate between periods of remission and relapse. Join Ben Dolin, MD, board certified gastroenterologist and David Ondrula, MD, board certified colorectal surgeon to learn how to cope with relapses and understand how medication and surgical options may help manage these diseases. A light meal will be served! To register call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code: 3G57
Directions:
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital 450 W. Highway 22 Barrington, IL 600010
Stargazers Ball - 09/24/10
A Celebration of Raue Center's 10th Anniversary
Friday, September 24, 2010 6:30 pm
Then, dance the night away to the sounds of the Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra and a brief auction of select items will be included in the evening's celebration. This black and white gala is an annual fundraiser for Raue Center.
Chamber Inaugural Oktoberfest - 10/23/2010
Inaugural Chamber Ocktoberfest will be held at Thelen Park in Spring Grove from12 noon until 10 pm. Enjoy a Fun Run, Music, Children's Games, Baggo's, and much more! Sponsorships available. Set up your products and or services at the event for $100 (no food or beverages). Ocktoberfest Fun Run registration 9:30-11am, run starts at 11 am. Menu: Pig Roast, Chicken, Burgers, Brats, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, and Cole Slaw. $12/adults, $6/kids 3 & up. Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, Hot Chocolate, Cider, and Desserts will be available. For more information contact the Chamber office at 815-678-7742.
Adults and children alike will enjoy lighthouse searching in Door County, WI. Beginning in Sturgeon Bay heading north to Washington Island you will enjoy not only the beauty of the land and sea but the rich history of how lighthouses were used in the 1900’s to lead the vessels to shore. 
A few lighthouses are only accessible by boat but most welcome visitors to their grounds and offer tours for nominal fees. Cana Island Light is one that for an additional fee allows you to climb the tower and enjoy the view from the outer deck. The 97 step climb to the outer deck can leave even the most hearty soul a bit winded. 
