Our Downtown holiday events will be here before you know it! More information coming in the next few weeks!

If you want to be a sponsor or get involved, make sure you look for Robin and Molly's emails! These events will fill up quickly so make sure you take advantage sooner then later.

COCOA CRAWL - LIVING WINDOWS - FESTIVAL OF TREES - HOLIDAY WALK - LETTERS TO SANTA - LIGHTING OF THE SQUARE - TOYS FOR TOTS - & MORE!

WANT TO SEE YOUR BLOG HERE? SEND IT TO US TODAY!

Thank you,

Molly, Jeannette, Robin, Amy and Kelsey

MEMBER NEWS

Successful Fundraiser for KIN with MC2 Networking Group

What: During the summer MC2 Networking Group collaborated with local businesses to fundraise and collect school supplies for Kids in Need. MC2 is happy and proud to announce that the effort was a huge success, and grateful to all the local businesses who participated by donating or by displaying donation boxes.

For More Information: about being apart of MC2 Networking group: Elizabeth Dalton, elizabeth@elizabethdaltonlaw.com

Looking for an opportunity to tryout a brick and mortar space, or expand to an additional location?

The McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes are 10 'tiny shops' located in McHenry, IL. Shops are occupied May through December with business incubator instructional classes starting this January.

Almost all of our retail incubator participants made back their program fee within the first 2 weeks! Apply for the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes to test out the McHenry market with a brick and mortar retail experience.

Applications accepted through November 1st.

MORE MEMBER NEWS...

MEMBER EVENTS

Nightmare on Elm Street...and Beyond

What: Enjoy a spooky stroll through McHenry's downtown shops October 12th as 12 businesses team up to bring you Nightmare on Elm Street...and Beyond. Each participating retail location will have spooktacular activities, discounts, and more. Special guests include Emmy award winning storyteller Jim May and scary movie characters Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger and a Ghostbuster. Full details on the Facebook Event page.

When: October 12th 11am - 8pm

Where:

• Shop 3430 (Lumber & Twine, Hair Flextensions, Mad Soyentist Candle Company)
• Freundly Designs
• Rita's Frozen Custard
• Stan's Vintage
• Otto's LLC
• Wild Hunny Boutique
• White River Junction
• Artisan Marketplace
• Water Street Shoppe
• Reese's Barkery and Pawtique

For More Information: Julie

Shop3430mchenry@gmail.com or CLICK HERE

Alzheimer's Walk Kick-Off Party!

What: Get PUMPED for The Big Day! Gather at The Courtyard at McHenry's patio to raise money and learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's. It's not to late to join The Courtyard team or cheer us on to Fight For A Different Future.

When: October 3rd from 4:00pm-6:00pm

Where: The Courtyard at McHenry 3300 Charles J Miller Rd. McHenry, IL 60050

For More Information: RSVP to Jodi at 815-385-9840 or jborck@encorecares.com

GiGi's Playhouse McHenry Bunco Down 2024

What: Join us for GiGi’s Playhouse McHenry County’s 12th Annual Bunco Down Event! New location – New Vibe! Make it a couple’s night, a girls' night, or a double date!

There will be music, raffle prizes, 50/50, a silent auction, appetizers, a candy table, a cash bar, and outstanding prizes for the winners! Be sure to purchase a wrapped box for your chance to win a fabulous prize for two!

Your support will help us to provide FREE programs to individuals with Down syndrome, including speech and language therapy, literacy, and math tutoring.

When: Friday, October 18th | Doors Open at 6 pm

Bunco Starts at 7 pm

Where: Countryside Banquets & Conference Center

28874 IL-120, Lakemoor

For More Information: Jamie Lee | 815-385-7529

jlee@gigisplayhouse.org