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Rise and shine, Crystal Lake!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Dutch Bros drive-thru drama, first responders’ ice rescue, and a Neil Diamond tribute + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Crystal Lake protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
New chapter for local property: Entre Commercial Realty closed the sale of a 16,780-square-foot Crystal Lake building, and the new owner plans automotive repair, auto body work, and car sales at the site — get details on the deal.
Plan hits early roadblock: A proposed Dutch Bros Coffee drive-thru in Crystal Lake faced pushback when Plan Commission voted 5-2 against recommending it, citing traffic and design concerns. Council will decide March 3 — see what’s before the council.
Suburban heroes earn praise: Cary first responders were honored after rescuing people who fell through the ice on a local lake, a story that hits close to home for Crystal Lake families — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Wing craving, sorted: Crispy, saucy, and downright addictive, the wings at The Cottage Pub hit that effortless game-night vibe. With favorite sauces in the mix, settle into the friendly hum of locals, and watch the noble “we’ll share” plan quietly collapse the moment that first basket lands.
Glow-up, but faster: Skip the spa fuss and pop into The Facial Bar for quick, customized facials, brow cleanups, and lash lifts that fake eight hours of sleep before your first sip. Friendly pros, thoughtful skincare, and a chill vibe make it easy to squeeze in real self-care between errands.
Fairways calling your name: Foxford Hills Golf Club, a park-district course in Cary, offers 18 varied holes, a reliable practice range, and a laid-back clubhouse vibe. When the ground thaws, this local track rewards smart swings, and winter practice sessions now will keep the rust off until opening day.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
✂ Spring Cardmaking Class @ McHenry Recreation Center | Thursday (3/5) at 12:30 PM – Need a little spring that isn’t mud and potholes? Head to the McHenry Rec Center for a cardmaking class where you’ll craft three pastel cards, no experience required. Bring a friend, register in the post, and feel crafty for $18 residents, $23 non-residents, 18+.
🏀 March Madness Tournament and Fundraiser @ Mchenry High School-West Campus | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Think your bracket’s safe? Come watch the Jr. Warriors turn both McHenry campuses into full-on March Madness, with wall-to-wall games, raffles, 50/50s, silent auctions, and concessions. It’s family chaos with purpose, and your snack run funds future Warriors; local businesses, bring prizes, earn sainthood.
🥞 NAMI 6th Annual Pancake Breakfast @ St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church | Saturday (3/7) at 8:30 AM – NAMI McHenry County is flipping a fundraiser pancake breakfast at St. Thomas Church in Crystal Lake, with Knights of Columbus manning the griddles. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee, and juice, ten bucks for adults, five for kids, and you leave caffeinated, full, and feeling virtuous.
🏺 Printing on Clay Workshop @ McHenry County College | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Want your art on something you use? Learn to print on clay with AMACO inks, from vinyl screens to emulsion sheets, and photographic imagery, plus direct and indirect techniques, then build forms from printed slabs. $30 covers workshop and lunch, space is limited.
🍵 Barbie Tea Party @ Colonel Palmer House | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Your junior fashion icon can sip tea, trace Barbie’s many careers, and strut a tiny runway at a Barbie Tea Party for ages 6-12. Dress to impress, bring a favorite doll, then craft couture and dollhouse accessories, because even plastic needs a fresh spring wardrobe.
🎤 Neil Diamond – The Tribute @ Woodstock Opera House | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – Vegas glitz hits Song Sung Blue territory with a Neil Diamond tribute. Rob Garrett and the Pretty Amazing Band bring the singalongs you secretly love, plus Tony Silva, Joshua Greenberg, and Sheila Cloud. Two big shows, one night, so warm up those pipes.
🐟 Fins & Feathers Fest @ Mackeben Elementary School | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re a lifelong aquarist or here for the bird tent, this Algonquin fest packs 50-plus tables of parrots, guppies, tanks, and toys at better-than-pet-store prices. Bring cash, an empty trunk, and kids, because self-control is optional. Birds can get nail and wing trims, too.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Crystal Lake report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 44, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Isolated rain showers after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. East southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 43°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 65%
Rain showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 43. East wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This refreshed Woodscreek Subdivision charmer shines with new paint, flooring, counters, stainless appliances, toilets, a garage door, and a hot water tank. A vaulted family room with a gas log fireplace flows to the kitchen and a large patio overlooking a level backyard. A full, clean basement invites finishing touches for extra space. Neighboring fences simplify enclosing the yard.
Take a peek inside →
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