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Molly, Jeannette, Jocelyn, Ashlee & Kelsey

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THIS WEEKS EVENTS

Ribbon Cutting - Little Lantern


January 20 2026 | 2:00 PM

NEW Business before Business - Biggby Coffee


January 27 2026 | 9:00 AM

*For Chamber Members Only. Please register.

MEMBER NEWS

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois (McHenry Store) has a free GED prep program!


WHAT: Goodwill McHenry offers free GED preparation for individuals aged 17 and older in our Community Resource Room. Through the GoodGRADS program, participants benefit from:

  • Small class sizes available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (morning or afternoon sessions)
  • Scholarship for practice and official testing.
  • Case Management services and transportation assistance, as needed.


Registration is open year-round and ongoing. A staff member will follow up to discuss program details.


MORE INFORMATION: Jaime Schrader 815-322-0015 JaimeS@goodwillni.org

Happy New Year!


WHAT: Happy New Year! Whether you’re planning a full renovation or a simple refresh, our interior design and construction services can help you start the year with a space that truly inspires. Come stop by Style House to see how we can bring your vision to life.


MORE INFORMATION: Style House: (815) 679-6604, info@stylehouse.com

Limited Openings Remain for Simulator Golf League at Lucky Lulu’s


WHAT: Golfers still have a chance to tee up and join the action at LiberTee Indoor Golf at Lucky Lulu’s. A limited number of openings remain in the current simulator golf league, with space available for two teams (four players total). Interested players are encouraged to sign up soon before spots fill.

The simulator golf league offers a fun, competitive, and social way to play—perfect for golfers looking to stay sharp, connect with others, and enjoy cutting-edge indoor golf technology in a relaxed setting.

Not interested in joining a league? Open play is also available. Golfers can book simulator time for casual rounds, practice sessions, or group outings. Tee times are subject to availability, and reservations are recommended.


For league inquiries or to check open play tee times, please contact Lucky Lulu’s directly.


MORE INFORMATION: Paul Ciezak, Owner | LiberTee Indoor Golf at Lucky Lulu’s | 847-877-8828

MEMBER EVENTS

February Dog Training Group Classes


WHAT: February dog training group classes now available on our website for sign ups. We have obedience classes, drop in classes, and puppy play dates. Sign up for our upcoming classes at our new location.


WHEN: First week of February

WHERE: Gohld K9 8618 Ridgefield rd Crystal Lake IL 60012


MORE INFORMATION: Paige Gohl 815-345-6073 Paige@gohldk9.com

Our Festival of Trees ended 3 week ago and we are excited to share that we collected over $9K worth of food and non-perishables to donate to Veterans Path to Hope.


THANK YOU to everyone who donated, to all of our Chamber businesses who put a tree up and congratulations to the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois who took the win for most donations!

Black Orchid Boutique clothing is now 20% off, a little extra as we enjoy the beginning of the new year. Valid on clothing items only, enjoy this deal while it lasts. Cannot be combine with any other offer. Look for our boutique on Green Street in McHenry at 1237 N Green St, McHenry, IL 60050. 

1237 N. Green Street McHenry IL 60050

(815) 322-2624

Offer Valid: 01/01/2026 - 02/10/2026

McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce | mchenrychamber.com

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