WOODSTOCK 2022 BUSINESS & COMMUNITY GUIDE
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CONTENTS 6 WELCOME TO WOODSTOCK
54 CITY OF WOODSTOCK
8 WOODSTOCK AREA CHAMBER
56 VILLAGE OF WONDER LAKE
OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com
10 REAL WOODSTOCK 12 THINGS TO DO 22 ANNUAL EVENTS
815-459-4040 www.nwherald.com
Advertising Director Jim Ringness Project Manager Mark Solak Graphic Designer Julie Barichello Cover Design Real Woodstock Photos Cover: Ken Farver Inside: Ken Farver, Melissa Emory, Andrew Bennett, K-Adams Fotos, Janelle Rominski (Nikos photo), Chris Friederich, Chicago Wolves, Dan Trujillo, 400 Feet & Below, M4 Factory, Real Woodstock, MBI, Shaw Media
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30 PLACES TO SHOP 38 PLACES TO DINE 47
ENTERTAINMENT AND NIGHTLIFE
58 GOVERNMENT 60 EDUCATION 66 HEALTH & WELLNESS 68 GET INVOLVED & GIVE BACK 69 HISPANIC CONNECTIONS 72 WORSHIP 74 PERSONAL & BUSINESS SERVICES 79 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
48 PLAN AN EVENT
80 DOING BUSINESS HERE
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RESIDENT INFORMATION
This is a Northwest Herald Publication created and produced for the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information is this publication. The Chamber and Northwest Herald assume no responsibility for misinformation. Please contact the Chamber with any additions or corrections. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission of the Chamber and Northwest Herald is prohibited.
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everyone. Creativity, kindness, philanthropy, and volunteerism are abundant in our community. You are sure to fall in love with the warmth and hospitality of our residents and business owners. The quaint homes, excellent schools, career opportunities, and ample outdoor space for recreation make Woodstock a great place to live, work, play, start a family, start a business, retire, and just enjoy life. We hope you will enjoy exploring all that Woodstock has to offer and the community we are proud to call home. For the most current information on member businesses, events, and services in Woodstock, visit the Woodstock Area Chamber website, www. woodstockilchamber.com and like/follow us Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We will help you stay connected!
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REAL WOODSTOCK 127 E. Calhoun St. | Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-2436 | daniellegulli@woodstockilchamber.com www.realwoodstock.com Business Hours: M-F 9 AM to 5 PM Mission: To promote the City of Woodstock as an attractive location for tourism, shopping, culture, business, industry, and residence in an effort to stimulate economic development, growth, prosperity and quality of life for the City, its residents, visitors, employees and local businesses.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Board
President Danielle Gulli City of Woodstock Executive Director Business Development Vice President Darrin Flynn D & A salon | apothecary, Deputy Mayor, City Councilman, Real Woodstock Vice President Treasurer Daniel Campbell City of Woodstock, Opera House Director Secretary Jaki Berggren Naturally McHenry County, Executive Director
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THINGS TO DO A nostalgic small-town feel you can’t help but fall in love with. Rich with arts and culture, annual festivals and celebrations, unique shopping and dining, music and nightlife. A picturesque and historic town square and a world-renowned Opera House draw visitors from near and far. Make Woodstock your next stop. Visit. Start a business. Relocate here. Woodstock has it all.
STROLL THE HISTORIC WOODSTOCK SQUARE
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, two historic structures dominate the Woodstock Square — the Woodstock Opera House and the Old Courthouse & Sheriff’s House complex. The Park in the Square is home to year-round festivals, concerts, and events, making it the heart of the community, surrounded by shopping, dining and entertainment. Visit realwoodstock.com to plan your trip.
WOODSTOCK OPERA HOUSE
121 Van Buren St. (South side of Square) (815) 338-5300 www.woodstockoperahouse.com Built in 1889, the Woodstock Opera House was carefully restored to its “Steamboat Gothic” beauty in the mid-1970s. Managed by the City of Woodstock, the Opera House has, for over 125 years, served as an active performing arts/cultural center, meeting place and focal point of Woodstock. The Opera House once served as the city hall, library, and fire department. Performers who spent their early years on the Opera House stage include
Orson Welles and Paul Newman. Today, the Opera House remains the cultural entertainment center of Woodstock. Plays, concerts, and performances are scheduled at the Opera House throughout the year, including the Midwest Woodstock Mozart Festival, held each summer. Performance schedules are available at the box office in the Opera House lobby. The Opera House coordinates the summer city band concerts each summer in the Park on the Square. The city band celebrates its 137th consecutive season in 2021. The park’s gazebo can be booked for weddings and other activities through the Opera House. The adjacent Stage Left Café hosts local talent several nights a week and can be rented for meetings and workshops during the day and private parties in the evening. The Opera House’s Community Room is also available for public use and features an ongoing visual arts exhibition and the Christmas Tree Walk during the holidays.
OLD COURTHOUSE & SHERIFF’S HOUSE
101 N. Johnson St., Woodstock friendsoftheoldcourthouse.org Woodstock is the seat of government for McHenry County and Woodstock’s Historic Square
is the site of the original Old McHenry County Courthouse, built in 1857, and Sheriff’s House & Jail, added in 1887. These buildings, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, are owned by the City of Woodstock, and represent significant historic properties. The Old Courthouse, a simple Italianate structure built under the design of Chicago’s famed architect John Mills Van Osdel, is similar to the Cook County Courthouse of 1853 that was destroyed in the Great Chicago Fire. The Old Courthouse is one of the few pre-Civil War Courthouses left standing in Illinois today. The Sheriff’s House & Jail lodged Pullman Strike labor leader Eugene Debs for a period of six months in 1894 for refusing to comply with a court injunction related to the Pullman strike. The building served as the McHenry County government offices until the early 1970s when the county moved these services to a new, larger facility in Woodstock. Although sections of the buildings are currently inaccessible, for the past 26 years the Courthouse has hosted yearround fine art exhibitions as the Old Courthouse Arts Center, and also offers a popular restaurant on the ground floor enjoyed by both residents and tourists.
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Things to Do The City has begun essential repairs and restoration of these buildings to ensure maximum public enjoyment for years to come. Estimates to restore the buildings to their former glory are upwards of $5 million. An appointed Old Courthouse and Sheriff’s House Advisory Commission, and the community volunteer group Friends of the Old Courthouse, actively seek funding partners to accelerate building renovations and allow beneficial re-use by the public.
A LITTLE HISTORY
Chester Gould, creator of the Dick Tracy comic strip which ran 1931 to 1977, lived in rural Woodstock for 50 years. The Dick Tracy comic strip originally premiered in the Detroit Mirror, then in the New York Daily News, followed by the Chicago Tribune, and then on to nationwide syndication, and eventually to international audiences. The crime fighting adventures of Gould’s Dick Tracy character were so popular that the comic strip appeared on the front page of the New York Daily News for 45 consecutive years, and it was seen in 27 foreign papers. It is one of the top 10 longest running comic strips of all time.
ARTS & CULTURE
A Place to Shine Music Cassandra Vohs-Demann Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 507-1352 www.aplacetoshinemusic.com
Clayworkers’ Guild of Illinois 220 Main St., Woodstock (815) 321-9475 Opening – March 1, 2022 www.facebook.com/ clayworkersguildofillinois Dickinson’s Little Vaudeville 110 S. Johnson St., 206 Woodstock Mall (847) 528-3942 Friends of the Opera House 121 Van Buren Street, Woodstock (815) 338-5300 www.woodstockoperahouse. com/operahouse/page/friendsopera-house Grace Music Inc. 8810 Crystal Springs Rd., Woodstock (815) 382-2923 www.gracemusicinc.org Off Square Music (815) 338-5164 www.offsquaremusic.org Stage Left Café 125 W. Van Buren St. (815) 337-1395 www.woodstockoperahouse.com The Woodstock Fine Arts Association P.O. Box 225 (815) 701-6846 www.woodstockfinearts.org
ATTRACTIONS
All Seasons Orchard 14510 IL Route 176, Woodstock (815) 338-5637 www.allseasonsorchard.com Apple & Berry Picking Visit www.realwoodstock.com Classic Cinemas Woodstock Theatre 209 Main St., Woodstock (815) 338-8555 www.classiccinemas.com
Culture Arts & Music 1039 Wanda Lane, Woodstock (815) 575-8587 www.cultureartsmusic.org
Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology 720 W. Judd St. (in Olson School) (815) 338-7722 www.challengerillinois.org Book a field trip or attend a Family Science Night Groundhog Day Movie Walking Tour Visit sites featured in the movie. Printed maps available at Real Woodstock Visitor Center and self-guided tour is available on Real Woodstock YouTube Channel. www. woodstockgroundhog.org McHenry County Fairgrounds Country Club Rd. & IL Rt. 47 (815) 338-5315 www.mchenrycountyfair.com Woodstock Farmer’s Market woodstockfarmersmarket.org • Summer Market on the Historic Woodstock Square (May to October)
• Winter Market at the McHenry County Fairgrounds (November to April) 1319 N. IL 47, Woodstock Woodstock Water Works 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. (815) 338-4896 The Woodstock on Film and Stage Mural and Sculpture Garden Main Street Pedway (next to Classic Cinemas Woodstock Theatre) Commissioned In 2017 by a group of community volunteers who raised funds privately to produce a creative tribute to Woodstock’s cultural legends. The Woodstock on Film and on the Stage Mural and Sculpture Garden features beautifully-designed hand-painted images of Chester Gould/Dick Tracy, Stars of the Opera House, Orson Welles, and “Groundhog Day,” along with detailed information on their contributions to our community’s past.
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oodstock offers something for everyone, so it’s the perfect place for a leisurely weekend or a fun-filled adventure. Peruse the award-winning farmers market, shop local boutique stores along the cobblestone streets or spend an afternoon antiquing. Explore the quaint charm of 19th century architecture and tour our historic buildings. Enjoy the outdoors and walk the trails at local conservation areas and parks. Enjoy great dining, wine, brews or cocktails at our independently owned restaurants, breweries, and bars. Catch a show at the Opera House, Stage Left Café or at our eight-screen movie theatre. Enjoy our lively nightlife with live entertainment that fills the air every weekend at many local establishments. The bed and breakfast made famous in the Groundhog Day movie is the perfect place to enjoy some pampering for your overnight or weekend getaway.
DATE NIGHT Woodstock is the perfect place to fall in love, after all, look at Rita and Phil in the Groundhog Day movie! The welcoming and nostalgic vibe in Woodstock makes date night at any of our local restaurants or bars feel a little more special, and when music fills the air, it’s magical. Add some fresh flowers from the Farmers Market or local flower shop for that extra special touch. Take in a stroll and enjoy a movie downtown for a more romantic night or do some bowling and get your music fix at a local bar for a fun night out.
FAMILY FUN Grab the kids and enjoy the great outdoors. Fishing, hiking, riding bikes, sledding and enjoying the local parks and conservation areas are favorite activities of Woodstock residents. From bowling and golf to batting cages, go-carts and volleyball, there is something for everyone. There are also escape rooms, movie theatres, ice cream shops and of course Woodstock Waterworks for summertime fun.
FRIENDS NIGHT OUT Woodstock is a great place for a spontaneous or planned outing with friends. Whether you like baseball, softball, volleyball and soccer or bowling, bags, darts, billiards and golf, there are plenty of sports options to enjoy with friends in Woodstock. Join a league for some friendly competition or play recreationally with friends. There are plenty of great bars, breweries and restaurants to enjoy, each with their own personality and charm, for the perfect ending to any adventure with friends.
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RECREATION
Woodstock Recreation Department 820 Lake Ave. (815) 338-4363 The Recreation Department provides a wide variety of programs for all ages including art, dance, aquatics, youth and adult sports leagues, tournaments, special events, and leisure/fitness opportunities for the public. The Recreation Center is also a fitness center offering floor and water group fitness classes, free weights and weightlifting machines, cardio machines, racquetball court, a gymnasium/ track, TRX, spin classes, pickleball, tanning, lap swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna. Daily, temporary, punch card and fulltime memberships are available. The Woodstock City Scene brochure is published three times a year to provide upto-date information for the Recreation Department’s programs and activities, the Recreation Center, Woodstock Water Works, NISRA and other City information. Registration information/procedures can also be found online at www. woodstockrecreationdepartment. com. Playing fields, courts, and pavilions in the city parks are available to the public and are scheduled/reserved by the Recreation Department. Woodstock Water Works 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. (815) 338-4896 Woodstock Water Works Aquatic Center provides a variety of swimming opportunities during the outdoor pool season including public, open swim during the afternoons and evenings; American Red Cross
swimming lessons for all ages; the Dolphins Swim Club for youth; adult fitness classes and lap swim; as well as the opportunity for groups, organizations and families to rent the facility for private use. Residents with Disabilities Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) (815) 459-0737 The Recreation Department is also a member of NISRA, a cooperative of thirteen area agencies that provides recreational activities for those individuals requiring specialized programming. NISRA staff provides the City staff with planning and staffing assistance as the City seeks to comply with ADA through transitional and inclusive programming, and by offering planning and design evaluations for playgrounds and athletic fields.
PARKS
Woodstock boasts one of the best park systems in the State of Illinois. As Woodstock residents do not belong to a separate Park District, all park facilities are owned by the City and maintained by the Department of Public Works. Anyone looking for a quiet place to walk or jog would find a visit to Emricson Park, Ryder’s Woods, Westwood Conservation Area or Donato Conservation Area a relaxing and renewing experience. Teeming with plant and animal life, these parks represent pristine natural wonders and remain popular places for a quiet afternoon. A.J. Olson Park 115 Greenwood Ave. Banford Road Park 11401 Banford Rd. Bates Park 1450 N. Seminary Rd.
Castle Road Park 2495 Castle Rd. Davis Road Park 800 Davis Rd. Dick Tracy Way Park 610 Lake Ave. Emricson Park 900 W. South St. Hennen Conservation Area 4622 Dean St. Mary Ann Street Park 730 Mary Ann St. McConnell Road Park 2001 Greenview Merryman Fields Park 2800 Raffel Rd. Park in the Square 100 Main St. Prairie Ridge Drive Park 320 Park Ridge Dr. Raintree Park 401 E. Lake St. Ryder’s Woods 751 E. Kimball St. Sesquicentennial Park 106 Church St. Silver Creek Conservation Area 1510 N. Seminary Ave. Sonatas Park 2500 Hayden St. Sunnyside Park 825 Dean St. Sweetwater Park 1824 Havens Dr. Tara Drive Park 1249 Tara Dr. W.C. Donato Conservation Area 700 Forest Ave. Westwood Conservation Area 1525 Hillside Trail Woodstock Water Works Aquatic Center 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd.
CONSERVATION AREAS
McHenry County Conservation District 18410 US Hwy. 14, Woodstock 815-338-6223 www.mccdistrict.org
Brookdale Conservation Area 2105 Paulsen Rd, Woodstock
Pleasant Valley Conservation Area 13315 Pleasant Valley Rd., Woodstock 815-338-6223 The Conservation District was established in 1971 by the voters of McHenry County to preserve the county’s natural areas, while promoting environmental education and offering outdoor recreational opportunities. Over the past 45 years, nearly 25,000 acres have been set aside for the pleasure of future generations. People of all ages enjoy a wide range of activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing at 33 District sites located throughout the county. Annual events include Hooked on Fishing, hosted for free during the second weekend in June, in conjunction with Illinois Free Fishing days, where families can try out the sport of fishing and have fun trying to hook the “big one”; cross-country candlelight skiing, hosted one weekend each January and February; and the Festival of the Sugar Maples, held in early March, which demonstrates how maple syrup is made.
The Conservation District publishes “Landscapes,” a free quarterly magazine that details the District’s free educational programs, special events and other District news. To subscribe to Landscapes or for more information about District facilities, programs and events, please call the District’s main office at (815) 338-6223 or visit our website at www.MCCDistrict.org.
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Things To Do
Apple Picking, Cider Mill, Bakery, Pumpkins, Corn Maze, Field Trips, Event Rental BIKING
Wonder Lake Bicycle 4308 East Drive, Wonder Lake (815) 653-9904 www.wonderlakebicycle.com
BOWLING
Kingston Lanes 1330 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-2105 www.kingstonlanes.com
SPORTS & DANCE ORGANIZATIONS
Through cooperative arrangements with the City of Woodstock, residents are provided structured sports opportunities through several private leagues, clubs and organizations. To get contact information, call the Recreation Department for information on AYSO soccer, competitive soccer clubs, Little League, American Legion, girls’ softball, men’s fast pitch softball, men’s senior baseball, girls’ basketball and the Dolphins swim team. The Woodstock Recreation Department also offers dance and sports classes. Dickinson’s Little Vaudeville 110 S. Johnson St. Woodstock Mall (847) 528-3942 Woodstock Girls Softball P.O. Box 454, Woodstock www.woodstockgirlssoftball.org Woodstock Little League PO Box 94, Woodstock (815) 451-9956 www.woodstocklittleleague.org Sports City Academy 1269 Cobblestone Way, Woodstock 815-334-1900 www.sportscityacademy.com
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If golf is your game, then Woodstock is a golfer’s haven. Woodstock boasts two public courses and two private courses. Bull Valley Golf Club 1311 Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-4411 www.bullvalleygolfclub.com Woodstock Country Club 10310 Country Club Rd. (815) 338-2191 woodstockcountryclub.com
Open daily September & October AllSeasonsOrchard.com 2.5 miles west of Routes 47 & 176
FITNESS
Woodstock Recreation Department 820 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-4363 www.woodstockrecreation department.com
SWIMMING
Woodstock Recreation Department 820 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-4363 www.woodstockrecreation department.com Woodstock Water Works 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. Woodstock (815) 338-4896 www.woodstockrecreation department.com
SUMMER CAMPS
Sports City Academy 1269 Cobblestone Way, Unit A Woodstock (815) 338-4363 www.sportscityacademy.com
The Mission of Cor Jesu Cor Jesu, Latin for Heart of Jesus, is a Christian Mission run by faithful Catholic Christians that seeks to bring all people to the heart of Christ. Cor Jesu welcomes individuals, families, groups, parishes, and churches to use our retreat rooms, 2 meeting halls, 40 acres of land, prayer path, rosary walk, and stations of the cross for retreats, Christ centered gatherings, meetings, conferences, and a place of prayer and reflection. Cor Jesu also hosts a variety of Christ centered family and community events and ministries.
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ANNUAL EVENTS As the bustling county seat of McHenry County, Woodstock is home to an abundance of diverse annual events, festivals and celebrations that run year round and include arts and cultural festivals, sporting events and historical activities. Visit websites for more information about each event and to make sure they are running this year.
WINTER
DECEMBER -MARCH Lighting of the Square Woodstock’s magical lighting celebration has earned Woodstock the accolade of the Most Festive Christmas town in Illinois and it’s an event you don’t want to miss. This signature holiday event kicks off winter festivities in Woodstock, the day after Thanksgiving. Thousands of miniature lights illuminate the buildings and make the Park’s trees and bushes sparkle. Carolers stroll the streets, children’s activities
abound and sweet smells fill the air. This magical night of celebration and giving awaken a nostalgic feeling in all who attend. It’s no wonder so many Fall in Love with this community. www.realwoodstock.com Gingerbread House Walk House submissions are due the Sunday before Thanksgiving. The best gingerbread houses in McHenry County are displayed for viewing in the lobby of the Old Courthouse on the Woodstock Square for the holiday season. www.friendsoftheoldcourthouse.org
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Annual Events Christmas Tree Walk at the Opera House Over 25 area organizations decorate trees each year to celebrate the holiday season. Trees can be viewed starting the Friday after Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve. www.woodstockoperahouse.com Carriage Rides Take a family photo, enjoy a special date night or indulge in a little extra nostalgia during the holidays and take a ride around the historic square in a horse and buggy. www.woodstockilchamber.com Santa’s Hut in the Park on the Square Visit Santa’s Hut on the Square and tell him what you would like for Christmas this year. www.woodstockoperahouse.com Small Business Saturday Support local businesses the Saturday after Thanksgiving during one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year. www.woodstocilchamber.com
Christmas Parade Get in the holiday spirit and join us for this holiday tradition as Santa and Mrs. Claus spread joy and Christmas cheer during the Christmas Parade, the Sunday after Thanksgiving. www.woodstockil.gov Cookies & Churros with Santa After the Christmas parade enjoy cookies and churros with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas if you are on the nice list! www.woodstockilchamber.com Ladies Nite Out on the Square Take a well-deserved break from holiday cooking and planning to enjoy an evening out with the ladies you love spending time with! www.woodstockilchamber.com Christmas Clearing House The Rotary Club of Woodstock provides food baskets, toys and books to Woodstock families in need, the Saturday prior to Christmas. Volunteers are always welcome. www.woodstockcares.com
Groundhog Days This annual festival celebrates Woodstock, starring as Punxsutawney, PA, in the 1993 Bill Murray comedy film classic “Groundhog Day.” In 1992, director Harold Ramis chose Woodstock as the location for shooting the comedy classic film “Groundhog Day.” It has made Woodstock an endless point of interest, bringing visitors from all over the world. The Woodstock Public Library has information and exhibits on the filming of the movie, plus there are numerous placards marking significant filming locations throughout downtown Woodstock. You can even book a room at the house from the movie, now known as The Cherry Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast. Woodstock is host to the annual Groundhog Day Festival that pays homage to the film and includes a walking tour of sites in the movie, as well as the groundhog’s prediction for when winter will end. Printed walking tour maps are available at the Real Woodstock Visitor Center and the
self-guided walking tour video is available on the real Woodstock YouTube channel. For a complete list of events for Groundhog Days, visit www.woodstockgroudhog.org
SPRING
MARCH -JUNE Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Annual Awards Dinner An annual networking event, dinner and celebration recognizing distinctive businesses, leaders and volunteers who went above and beyond the previous year to make Woodstock, their business, the Chamber of Commerce or a local organization more successful because of their efforts. www.woodstockilchamber.com Fair Diddley Craft Show in May Featuring over 300 crafters’ booths – 2021 is canceled, but the Mental Health Resource League is accepting donations to assist with the losses from this event cancellation for a second year. www.mhrl.org/fairdiddley.html
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Annual Events
Woodstock Farmer’s Market Running April through October – Voted the #1 Farmer’s Market in Illinois in 2020 by the American Farmland Trust and 5th best medium size market in America. This producers only farmer’s market also boasts live music every week. Area farmers offer an outstanding array of fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, honey, perennials and much more. www.woodstockfarmersmarket.com Easter Eggstravaganza on the Square Let the kids enjoy an Easter egg hunt in the park of the historic Woodstock square and get a photo op with the Easter Bunny! The Saturday before Easter. www.woodstockilchamber.com Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt at Emricson Park Bring the kids and spread out for a fun time hunting for Easter eggs as far as the eye can see! www.facebook.com/ WoodstockEasterEggHunt State of the City Luncheon Hosted by the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and
Industry, this event is open to the public and welcomes the Mayor of Woodstock and city staff to present a state of city address to business leaders and residents at the start of the city’s fiscal year after newly elected officials are seated. Memorial Day Parade Join friends and neighbors on the lovely Woodstock Square for this treasured annual Woodstock tradition honoring our country’s heroes. Visit local shops to see uniform and memorabilia displays of local veterans and heroes. www.woodstockil.gov
SUMMER
JUNE -SEPTEMBER
Berry Picking Woodstock is home to many Farms that offer berry picking during the summer months. www.realwoodstock.com Concerts in the Park For 137 years, this summer, the city band has been performing on the Square for free Wednesday evening concerts in the Park. Bring a chair and a picnic and enjoy. www.woodstockoperahouse.com
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Woodstock Food Truck Festival The Square comes alive with the sounds and aromas of the festival season. Dozens of food trucks take over the Square for an afternoon of flavor and fun.
Summer in the Park A free, family friendly event at Emricson Park and the Park on the Square in mid- July brought to you by The City of Woodstock. www.woodstockil.gov
Pride Fest The second weekend of June is full of events celebrating diversity, love, and acceptance brought to you by Woodstock Pride for the LGBTQ community and its allies. www.woodstockilchamber.com
McHenry County Fair Late July and early August are the perfect time for this annual Woodstock tradition. The sounds of carnival rides, livestock, rodeos, monster trucks and music in the air bring Woodstock to life for the near week-long event. www.mchenrycountyfair.com
Miss Woodstock Pageant An annual scholarship pageant for young women ages 8 to 12 and 16 to 21 years old hosted by the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry and sponsored by local businesses. The Miss Woodstock Pageant has been running for 73 years and the Little Miss Pageant for 6 years. www.misswoodstock.com Rockstock A Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Real Woodstock summer concert series partnership held annually. www.woodstockilchamber.com 4th of July Fireworks at Emricson Park Always on the 4th of July, regardless of the day of the week. The privately funded and volunteer-based event is coordinated by the Woodstock Fireworks Committee. www.woodstockilchamber.com Gaver’s Barn Dance A long-standing tradition of giving and good fun in mid-July under the big tent in Emricson Park to raise money for the Gaver’s Cancer Foundation. www.gavers.org/barndance
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Car Show As the kids head back to school, the annual car show is the last hurrah of summer. The Square fills with vintage cars and collectors from across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. www.woodstockil.gov/ community/page/woodstocksquare-benefit-car-show Renowned Midwest Mozart Festival McHenry County’s only resident professional chamber orchestra featuring the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. www.fb.com/MidwestMozartFestival Woodstock Folk Festival A volunteer organization brings quality folk music and spoken word to Northern Illinois. www.woodstockfolkfestival.org
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WOODSTOCK OPERA HOUSE Situated on the downtown historic square in Woodstock Illinois, the Opera House is one of the oldest continuously operating theatres in the country and one of the most recognized historic theatres in the mid-west.
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Annual Events Jazz Fest This event features energetic and inspiring live jazz concerts at both Stage Left Café and the Park on the Square. www.woodstockoperahouse.com Autumn Art Tour Each September, The Autumn Art Tour features local artisans art work in their homes and draws hundreds of art enthusiasts to the area. www.wpbw.org/art_tour.htm Mexican Independence Day Celebration The Hispanic Connections group of the Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual family focused celebration in mid-September on the Woodstock Square to highlight the Hispanic community and culture including authentic music, dance and foods. All are welcome. www.woodstockilchamber.com Harvest Fest Celebrates bluegrass music, with old time crafters and blacksmiths, antique tractors and handmade crafts from across the Midwest at
the Fair in the Square. www.woodstockilchamber.com Vintage Shop Hop The Vintage Shop Hop gathers 300+ vintage shops, boutiques, barn sales, and home decor shops in Illinois & Wisconsin ...and creates a HUGE master list with an interactive Google Map for planning your ROAD TRIP. Many Woodstock shops participate. www.realwoodstock.com Autumn Drive Enjoy a scenic tour of rural arts, crafts and harvest happenings in unincorporated rural Woodstock. www.autumndrive.net Woodstock Ale Fest Drink for a good cause; a celebration of craft breweries in the region with many in attendance serving. Tasting samples are included with ticket purchase. Independence Health & Therapy Services hosts this event annually and a fun time is had by all. www.woodstockalefest.org
Woodstock Wine Walk Stroll through the shops on the Historic Woodstock Square while sipping specially selected wines at each location to benefit the D200 Education Foundation and Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry. www.woodstockilchamber.com Woodstock Rail Fest Explore model train railroad exhibits in storefront windows on the charming historic square. Whether you are a model rail enthusiast or just looking for some family fun, visit to see the trains and enjoy Woodstock’s local businesses, vintage and artisan boutiques and independently owned restaurants. www.woodstockilchamber.com Witches & Wizards of Woodstock How would you like to take a trip to your favorite fantasy world without leaving the state? You will have your opportunity to gather with wizards, witches, monsters, beasts and sorcerers of all ages as
our very own Woodstock Square transforms into a world of magic and enchantment. www.woodstockpubliclibrary.org Haunted Woodstock Walking Tours Investigate the paranormal and ghostly side of Woodstock. Learn about the historic and spooky tales of one of Illinois’ most beloved small towns. www.woodstockilchamber.com Haunted Pub Crawl Enjoy Halloween in costume at Woodstock’s local pubs and bars. www.woodstockilchamber.com Halloween Festivities on the Square The Woodstock Opera House attracts scores of hand-carved pumpkins and costumed characters to the Square for the annual pumpkin carving and costume contests each year followed by trick or treating around the Square at local shops and restaurants. www.woodstockil.gov
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PLACES TO STAY Home of the famous Bed and Breakfast Bill Murray stayed at over and over again in the Groundhog Day movie, The Cherry Tree Inn is a must stay when visiting. If you need something with a pool or a pet friendly room there are other hotel and motel options, and of course who doesn’t love a quaint Air B&B. * denotes WACCI member
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*The Cherry Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast 344 Fremont St., Woodstock (815) 308-5946 www.cherrytreeinnbnb.com
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GETTING HERE & THERE
TRANSPORTATION *High Roller Transportation, LLC (815) 661-1533 www.highrollertransportil.com Metra 90 Church St., Woodstock www.metrarail.com
AIRPORT LISTINGS O’Hare International Airport (ORD) 10000 W. O’Hare Ave., Chicago (800) 832-6352 www.flychicago.com Chicago Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) 5700 S. Cicero Ave., Chicago (800) 832-6352 www.flychicago.com/midway Milwaukee Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) 5300 S. Howell Ave. Milwaukee, WI (414) 747-4545 www.mitchellairport.com Rockford International Airport (RFD) 60 Airport Dr., Rockford (815) 969-4000 | www.flyrfd.com
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PLACES TO SHOP Throughout Woodstock our retailers offer unique products. From artisan one-of-a-kind pieces, apparel, accessories, antiques, books, and thoughtful gifts to home, garden and sporting goods. Woodstock shopping offers something for everyone.
APPAREL & ACCESSORIES
Andrea Reynders Designs 10810 Country Club Road, Bull Valley (312) 590-0249 www.andreareynders.com Blue Thistle 113 S. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 566-7065 www.facebook.com/ bluethistlewoodstock Clothing Closet for McHenry County 221 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-5316
Curated by D&A 106 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 527-5170 www.fb.com/curatedbyda
Roscoe Woodstock Antique Mall 890 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 334-8960 roscoewoodstockantiquemall.com
Hattie & Myrt 100 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 354-9821
Silver Prairie Natural Soap Company 124 Cass St. #4, Woodstock (815) 403-6931 www.silverprairiesoap.com
My Little Bow Peeps Shop 102 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 338-5651 www.mylittlebowpeepsshop.com Real Woodstock Visitor Center 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com
Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store 120 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-5070 www.hosparrow.org Studio D Jewelers 118 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 337-2015 www.studiodjewelers.com
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Places to Shop The Thoughtfulness Shop 104 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 338-5651 www.thoughtfulnessshop.com
Read Between the Lynes 111 E. Van Buren, Woodstock (815) 206-5967 www.readbetweenthelynes.com
Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 | www.walmart.com
COMPUTERS/ ELECTRONICS
Warp Corps 114 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 985-6256 www.warpcorps.org
OWC 8 Galaxy Way, Woodstock (815) 338-8685 www.eshop.macsales.com
Woodstock Farm & Fleet 11501 US Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com
DEPARTMENT STORES
Woodstock Harley Davidson 2235 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-3511 www.woodstockharley-dav.com
AUTOS
Bull Valley Ford 1460 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-6680 www.bullvalleyford.com Gary Lang Auto Group 1107 S. Rt. 31, McHenry (815) 385-2100 www.garylangauto.com Kunes Country 1790 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-5100 www.kunescountry.com Reichert Chevrolet Buick 2050 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-2780 www.woodstockchevroletbuick.com Woodstock Harley Davidson 2235 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-3511 www.woodstockharley-dav.com
CANDY & CONFECTIONS Ethereal Confections 140 Cass St, Woodstock (815) 687-0320 www.etherealconfections.com
Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 www.walmart.com
Woodstock Farm & Fleet 11501 US Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com
FASHION DESIGNER
Andrea Reynders Designs 10810 Country Club Rd., Bull Valley (312) 590-0249 www.andreareynders.com
FLORAL & GARDEN
Apple Creek Flowers 209 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-2255 www.applecreekflowers.com
GROCERS/FARM FRESH
All Season Orchard 14510 IL Rt. 176, Woodstock (815) 338-5627 www.allseasonsorchard.com Food Shed Co-op P.O. Box 1663, Woodstock www.foodshed.coop
Woodstock Farmers Market 1319 N. IL. Rte. 47, Woodstock woodstockfarmersmarket.org
HOME DÉCOR, FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Black Oak Home & Haven Co. 248 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 308-5059 www.black-oak-home-haven-co. mybigcommerce.com Blue Thistle 113 S. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 566-7065 www.facebook.com/ bluethistlewoodstock
Ehrke Appliance 686 S. Eastwood, Woodstock (815) 308-5068 www.ehrkeappliance.com Murphy’s Flooring 2020 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-5985 www.murphysflooring.net Sherwin-Williams 631 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-0942 www.sherwin-williams.com
Ehrke Appliance 686 S. Eastwood, Woodstock (815) 308-5068 www.ehrkeappliance.com
Woodstock Lumber Co. 1101 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-0075 www.woodstocklumber.com
Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County RESTORE 133 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-0500 903 Front St., McHenry (815) 331-8153
Woodstock Farm & Fleet 11501 U.S. Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com
Verlo Mattress Factory 3710 W. Elm St. Suite A, McHenry (815) 578-8375 www.verlo.com
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Blue Ribbon Millwork 1401 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8900 www.blueribbonmillwork.com
JEWELERS
Studio D Jewelers 118 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 337-2015 www.studiodjewelers.com Woodstock Jewelry & Pawn 116 E. Calhoun, Woodstock (815) 337-2300 woodstockjewelryandpawn.com
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Places to Shop
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SPECIALTY STORES
Guy’s E. Paper 1150 McConnell Rd., Woodstock (847) 669-0222 www.guysepaper.com Stan’s – LPS Midwest 1375 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-0549 | www.stans.com
PET STORES & SUPPLIES Baxter’s Pet Depot 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit B, Woodstock (815) 308-5301 www.baxterspetdepot.com
Farm & Fleet 11501 U.S. Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com Fur Elegance Pet Salon 805 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 527-5260 www.furelegance.com
Automated Outdoor Solutions 1595 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5077 www.automatedoutdoor.com Anime and Things 109 E Buren St., Woodstock (815) 308-8867 www.animeandthings.com Americano 11671 Catalpa Lane, Woodstock (815) 880-5200 www.americanowoodstock.com Apple Creek Flowers 209 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-225 www.applecreekflowers.com Betty & Beau Bridal Boutique 121 E. Calhoun, Woodstock (815) 661-1589 Black Oak Home & Haven Co. 248 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 308-5059 www.black-oak-home-haven-co. mybigcommerce.com
Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 www.walmart.com
Blue Thistle 113 S. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 566-7065 www.fb.com/bluethistlewoodstock
Clayworkers’ Guild of Illinois 220 Main St., Woodstock (815) 321-9475 Opening March 1, 2022 www.fb.com/clayworkersguildofillinois Curated by D & A 106 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 527-5170 www.facebook.com/curatedbyda D & A salon | apothecary 106 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 527-7559 www.dandasalon.com First Place Promotion & Awards 48 N. Ayer St., Harvard (815) 943-7870 www.firstplacepromos.com Gilberto Hernandez Cellular Sales Agent 12817 Route 176, Woodstock (847) 749-7227 Gold Medal Ideas, Inc (847) 478-0041 www.goldmedalideas.com Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County RESTORE 133 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-0500 903 Front St., McHenry (815) 331-8153
Hattie & Myrt 100 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 354-9821
Hempstock Pharms 14023 W. South Street Rd., Woodstock (630) 301-2010 www.hempstockpharms.com Kit & Caboodle Market Woodstock (815) 575-4802 www.kitandcaboodlemarket.com LindaGeez Cards & Gifts Woodstock www.lindageez.com
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My Little Bow Peeps Shop 102 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 338-5651 www.mylittlebowpeepsshop.com Read Between the Lynes 111 Van Buren St., Woodstock (815) 206-5967 www.readbetweenthelynes.com
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Places to Shop Silver Prairie Natural Soap Company 124 Cass St.#4, Woodstock (815) 403-6931 www.silverprairiesoap.com Studio D Jewelers 118 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 337-2015 www.studiodjewelers.com T-Mobile 165 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (224) 754-7089 | www.tmobile.com The Thoughtfulness Shop 104 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 338-5651 www.thoughtfulnessshop.com Verlo Mattress Factory 3710 W. Elm St. Suite A, McHenry (815) 578-8375 www.verlo.com Wonder Lake Bicycle 4308 East Drive, Wonder Lake (815) 653-9904 www.wonderlakebicycle.com Woodstock Harley Davidson 2235 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-3511 www.woodstockharley-dav.com
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SPORTING GOODS
Farm & Fleet 11501 U.S. Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 www.walmart.com Wonder Lake Bicycle 4308 East Drive, Wonder Lake (815) 653-9904 www.wonderlakebicycle.com
THRIFT STORES
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PLACES TO DINE Make Woodstock your next stop for a culinary getaway. We boast some of the best BBQ, Burgers, Fish Frys and Pizza in the County and our sweet shops are heavenly too. From cozy diners, to fun casual eateries and upscale dining, our independent restaurants offer something for every taste.
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Chop Suey Hut 218 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-2112 www.chopsueyhut.com
BAR & GRILL
BBQ King Smokehouse 125 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-3477 www.bbqkingsmokehouse.com Napoli Pizza 135 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-2430 www.napoliswoodstock.com Niko’s Red Mill Tavern 1040 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-6455 www.redmilltavern.com Offsides Sports Bar & Grill 680 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-8700 www.offsidesbar.com
Rosati’s Pizza 1652 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3600 www.myrosatis.com/woodstock
Niko’s Red Mill Tavern 1040 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-6455 www.redmilltavern.com
ShadowView Brewing 2400 Lake Shore Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5600 www.shadowviewbrewing.com
Porkies Pig Roast 2245 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-6465 www.porkiespigroast.com
Sofie’s Whisky & Wine 150 S. Eastwood Dr. Unit B, Woodstock (815) 527-7337 www.sofieslounge.com
Public House of Woodstock 101 N. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 337-6060 publichouseofwoodstock.com
CASUAL DINING
BBQ King Smokehouse 125 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-3477 www.bbqkingsmokehouse.com Isabel’s Family Restaurant 1110 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock (815) 337-8230
Sofie’s Whisky & Wine 150 S. Eastwood Dr. Unit B Woodstock (815) 527-7337 www.sofieslounge.com Three Brothers Restaurant 1220 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-5606 www.3brothersrestaurant.net
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The Double Yolk Café 117 E. Van Buren St., Woodstock (815) 338-0180 www.thedoubleyolkcafe.com
CAFÉ
Cesaroni’s Café & Deli 236 Main St., Woodstock (815) 308-5844 www.cesaronis.com Ethereal Confections 140 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 687-0320 www.etherealconfections.com The Double Yolk Café 117 E Van Buren Street, Woodstock (815) 338-0180 www.thedoubleyolkcafe.com
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Cesaroni’s Café & Deli 236 Main St., Woodstock (815) 308-5844 www.cesaronis.com Lucky Bernie’s 11605 Catalpa Ln., Woodstock (815) 527-7251 www.luckybernies.com
FAST CASUAL
Antioch Pizza Shop of Woodstock 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit D Woodstock (815) 345-3600 www.antiochpizzashop.com Cesaroni’s Café & Deli 236 Main St., Woodstock (815) 308-5844 www.cesaronis.com Singleton Family McDonald’s 250 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3025 Panera Bread 925 Country Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-7440 www.panerabread.com
PIZZA
Antioch Pizza Shop of Woodstock 150 S. Eastwood Dr. Unit D Woodstock (815) 345-3600 www.antiochpizzashop.com Napoli Pizza 135 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-2430 www.napoliswoodstock.com Rosati’s Pizza 1652 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3600 www.myrosatis.com/woodstock ShadowView Brewing 2400 Lake Shore Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5600 www.shadowviewbrewing.com Your Sister’s Tomato 110 Irving Ave., Woodstock (815) 308-5177 www.yoursisterstomato.com
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Ethereal Confections 140 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 687-0320 www.etherealconfections.com
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Our Neapolitan style pizzas are made with our fresh homemade dough and hand crushed San Marzano tomato sauce. Topped with fresh ingredients, then it is put in our wood fired oven where it cooks in 90 seconds.
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Whiskey & Cocktails – full array of Whiskey, Bourbon & Special concoctions Wine – large selection of Reds, Whites, Pinks & Bubbles Beer -- Domestics, Imports, IPA’s & Spiked Seltzer Food – Boar’s Head premium deli meats and cheeses
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ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE Woodstock is anything but Square and our nightlife proves it. You can find almost any genre of music most nights in Woodstock, from Rock and Country to Dance and Rap or R&B, Jazz and Folk. Woodstock has the reputation as a diverse music scene. If wine and charcuterie or craft brews and pizza are your taste, we have you covered. If bags, billiards and darts are more your style, we have that too. Woodstock has it all.
BARS
BBQ King Smokehouse 125 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-3477 www.bbqkingsmokehouse.com Emerson & Oliver Speakeasy 140 Cass St., Lower Level Woodstock (815) 575-9910 www.emersonoliver.com Holzlager Brewing Company 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit F Woodstock (815) 308-5901 www.holzlagerbrewing.com Kingston Lanes 1330 S. Eastwood Dr. Woodstock (815) 338-2105 www.kingstonlanes.com Kishwaukee Brewery, Inc. 1900 Dillard Ct., Woodstock (815) 308-5232 www.kishwaukeebrewing.com Lucky Bernie’s 11605 Catalpa Ln., Woodstock (815) 527-7251 www.luckybernies.com Napoli Pizza 135 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-2430 www.napoliswoodstock.com
Niko’s Red Mill Tavern 1040 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-6455 www.redmilltavern.com Offsides Sports Bar & Grill 680 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-8700 www.offsidesbar.com Public House of Woodstock 101 N. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 337-6060 publichouseofwoodstock.com Rosati’s of Woodstock, Inc. 1652 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3600 www.myrosatis.com/woodstock Rush Creek Distilling 1501 W. Diggins St., Harvard (815) 943-7874 www.rushcreekdistilling.com ShadowView Brewing 2400 Lake Shore Woodstock (815) 308-5600 www.shadowviewbrewing.com Sofie’s Whisky & Wine 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit B Woodstock (815) 527-7337 www.sofieslounge.com
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PLAN AN EVENT Woodstock is a place people fall in love so it makes perfect sense to get married here for an unforgettable wedding day. The Square is a perfect backdrop for photos and small ceremonies and there’s plenty of nearby event venues and catering options to plan a rehearsal dinner, baby shower, retirement party or birthday bash.
BANQUET/ MEETING FACILITIES
Bull Valley Golf Club 1311 Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-4411 www.bullvalleygolfclub.com Ethereal Confections 140 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 687-0320 www.etherealconfections.com Flores Banquets 240 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 527-7132 Af3000.wixsite.com/floresbanquets Marian Central Catholic High School 1001 McHenry Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-4220 www.marian.com Stage Left Café 125 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock (815) 337-1395 www.woodstockoperahouse.com Smith’s Central Wedding & Events 3315 Pearl Street, McHenry (815) 900-2220 www.smithscentral.com
Woodstock Country Club 10310 Country Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-2191 www.woodstockcountryclub.com
CATERERS
Antioch Pizza 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit D Woodstock (815) 345-3600 www.antiochpizzashop.com BBQ King Smokehouse 125 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-3477 www.bbqkingsmokehouse.com Bull Valley Golf Club 1311 Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-4411 www.bullvalleygolfclub.com Cesaronis Café & Deli 236 Main St., Woodstock (815) 308-5844 www.cesaronis.com Isabel’s 1110 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-8230 Lucky Bernie’s 11605 Catalpa Lane, Woodstock (815) 527-7251 www.luckybernies.com
Napoli Pizza 135 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-2430 www.napoliswoodstock.com Niko’ Red Mill Tavern 1040 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-6455 www.redmilltavern.com Offsides Sports Bar & Grill 680 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-8700 www.offsidesbar.com Panera Bread 925 Country Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-7440 www.panerabread.com Porkies Pig Roast 2245 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-6465 www.porkiespigroast.com Public House of Woodstock 101 N. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 337-6060 publichouseofwoodstock.com Rosati’s Pizza 1652 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3600 www.myrosatis.com/woodstock
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Plan an Event
CONCESSIONS
Your Sister’s Tomato Food Truck 110 Irving Ave., Woodstock (815) 308-5177 www.yoursisterstomato.com
ENTERTAINMENT
A Place to Shine Music (815) 507-1352 www.aplacetoshinemusic.com Big Bang Festivals & Productions, LLC 224-650-6502 www.bigbangfestivals.com Culture Arts & Music 1039 Wanda Ln., Woodstock (815) 575-8587 www.cultureartsmusic.org Dickinson’s Little Vaudeville 110 S. Johnson St., #206 Woodstock Mall847-528-3942 Grace Music Inc. 8810 Crystal Springs Rd., Woodstock (815) 382-2923 www.gracemusicinc.org Off Square Music 1319 N. Rte. 47, Woodstock (815) 338-5164 www.offsquaremusic.org
Skinners Amusements 23918 Grant Highway, Marengo (815) 943-7961 www.skinnersamusements.com
EVENT PLANNERS
Apple Creek Flowers 209 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-2255 www.applecreekflowers.com Bijoux Bride dba Belíssima Events (224) 323-6176 www.belissimaevents.com Flores Banquets 240 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 527-7132 af3000.wixsite.com/floresbanquets Smith’s Central Wedding & Events 3315 Pearl Street, McHenry (815) 900-2220 www.smithscentral.com
FLORISTS
Apple Creek Flowers 209 N. Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-2255 www.applecreekflowers.com
RENTAL COMPANIES
Ralph’s General Rent-All 1390 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3101 www.ralphsrentall.com
WEDDINGS
Betty & Beau Bridal Boutique 121 E. Calhoun, Woodstock (815) 661-1589
Bijoux Bride dba Belíssima Events (224) 323-6176 www.belissimaevents.com Smith’s Central Wedding & Events 3315 Pearl Street, McHenry (815) 900-2220 www.smithscentral.com
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WELCOME HOME New to Woodstock? Welcome Home. Founded in 1844, Woodstock has housing options available for nearly every taste and need. Woodstock boasts a combination of executive homes, country estates, modern downtown apartments, friendly neighborhoods, and multi-family communities that make it an ideal match for nearly any income level. Woodstock’s neighborhoods are not only among the safest and most ideally located in the Midwest, they are also some of the most beautiful. Historic homes are a source of pride that gives recognition and identity to some of the first settlers of Woodstock. Stop by The Real Woodstock Visitor Center in the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry office at 127 E. Calhoun Street. Meet our staff, pick up your welcome gift and learn more about upcoming events, local resources, and city programs. Discover local businesses and organizations serving all your needs right here in Woodstock. Visit us online and like/follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter as well.
GET SETTLED
We hope these quick references will help you get settled in our community.
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICE, FIRE & AMBULANCE INFORMATION Emergency 911 NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS *Woodstock Police Department (815) 338-2131 *Woodstock Fire/ Rescue District (815) 338-2621 *McHenry County Sheriff‘s Department (815) 338-2144
HOSPITALS & EMERGENCY FACILITIES *Northwestern Medicine (815) 338-2500 *Mercy Woodstock Medical Center (815) 337-7100 Urgent Care & Physicians (815) 337-7100 McHenry County Crisis Line (800) 892-8900 Poison Treatment Center (800) 222-1222 PUBLIC HEALTH McHenry County Animal Control (815) 459-6222 McHenry County Health Department (815) 334-4510
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Welcome Home
DRIVER’S LICENSE/ REGISTRATION SERVICES
*Habitat for Humanity RESTORE (815) 334-0500
UTILITIES
*McHenry County Workforce Network 500 Russel Ct. (815) 338-7100
Full-Service DMV Facility 458 S. Eastwood Dr. Hours of Operation: Tues-Friday: 8 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm
*Sparrows Nest Thrift Store (815) 206-5070
GAS NICOR Gas (888) 642-6748
VETERANS’ SERVICES Illinois Dept. of Veterans Affairs (815) 338-9292
Secretary of State (815) 338-2750
IL Secretary of State/ Department of Transportation (312) 793-1000
POST OFFICE / MAIL SERVICES
Woodstock Post Office (815) 338-1094
*UPS Store 720 S. Eastwood Drive, (815) 206-3602
NEWSPAPERS Chicago Tribune (800) TRIBUNE TribLocal (312) 731-9540
*Northwest Herald 771 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake (815) 459-4040 www.nwherald.com
*The Woodstock Independent 671 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-8040 thewoodstockindependent.com FINANCIAL PUBLISHER Valuentum Securities 280 Springwood Dr., Woodstock (708) 653-7546
DONATION CENTERS, WASTE & RECYCLING
DONATION OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS & CLOTHING Goodwill Industries (815) 965-0369
*Home of the Sparrow (815) 444-1660
*Salvation Army (815) 455-2769
*Clothing Closet (815) 338-5316
RECYCLING *Behr Iron & Metal, A Division of Alter Trading Corporation 13914 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 206-5511 www.altertrading.com/ locations/90 *Falcon Green Resources 14212 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 334-8689 | www. falcongreenresources.com *Environmental Defenders of McHenry County (815) 338-0393 REFUSE DISPOSAL Marengo Disposal (815) 568-7274
VOTING McHenry County Clerk (815) 334-4242
TELEPHONE AT&T (800) 244-4444
CELLULAR/INTERNET/CABLE Comcast (866) 594-1234
*T-Mobile 65 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (224) 754-7089 | www.tmobile.com RADIO STATIONS STAR 105.5 FM (815) 459-7000
WMCW Radio 1600 AM (815) 337-2300
WATER, TREATMENT/SOFTENING *Quality Water Conditioning 711 Amsterdam St., Woodstock (815) 338-3344 www.qualitywaterconditioning.com
TRANSPORTATION *High Roller Transportation, LLC (815) 661-1533 www.highrollertransportil.com
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
*PACE (847) 364-7223
Illinois Department of Human Services 512 Clay St. (815) 338-0234
Dorr Township Administrative Center (815) 338-0125 Greenwood Township Administrative Center (815) 648-4653 Hartland Township Administrative Center (815) 338-5526 Seneca Township Administrative Center (815) 923-2288
Water: Woodstock City Hall (815) 338-4300
Waste Management (815) 338-5552
Metra Trains (312) 322-6777
Veteran’s Assistance Commission of McHenry County (815) 334-4229
PHONE, INTERNET, TV, RADIO
Vietnam Veterans (708) 371-4418
Dial-A-Ride (815) 338-5240
ELECTRICITY *ComEd (800) 334-7661
Social Security Administration 2450 Lake Shore Dr. (877) 405-7828
HOUSING
APARTMENTS Willow Brooke Apartments 2121 Willow Brooke Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-2383 www.cunatinc.com DEVELOPERS/HOME BUILDERS Lafontaine Enterprises 830 Prairie Ridge Dr., Woodstock (815) 790-0679 www.lafontaineenterprises.com Lennar 8603 Pebble Creek Court Wonder Lake (847) 890-0825 lennar.com
Tessler Construction Company, Inc. 7705 Surini Lane, Bull Valley (815) 356-9910 www.tesslerinc.com
Quality Flooring Store & Professional Installation (815) 334-5985 2020 S Eastwood Dr., Woodstock IL 60098
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Welcome Home MOVING & STORAGE SERVICES Dreiske Moving & Storage 3203 Lakeside Ct., McHenry (815) 385- 9386 www.dreiskemoving.com DUMPSTER RENTAL Falcon Green Resources 14212 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 334-8689 www.falcongreenresources.com
APPRAISERS, INSPECTORS & SURVEYORS Extra Eyes Inspections Savanna Ln., Woodstock (815) 382-4766 www.extraeyezinspections.com
Heartland Realtor Organization 405 E. Congress Parkway, Ste. A Crystal Lake (815) 459-0600 www.heartlandro.realtor Kim Keefe’s Team Open Doors 11705 Catalpa Ln., Woodstock (815) 333-0014 www.teamopendoors.com
Maureen Forgette, Realtor, Century 21 Roberts & Andrews 3717 W. Elm St., McHenry (815) 354-4236 www.maureenforgette.com
REAL ESTATE / REALTORS @properties 1477 S. Randall Rd., Algonquin (262) 909-3838 www.atproperties.com/agents/ justinimmelesparza
Adele Petersen — Baird & Warner 230 W. Virginia St., Suite 400, Crystal Lake (815) 355-5729 www.adelepetersen.bairdwarner.com
Cathy Henricks – Baird & Warner 1557 S. Randall Rd., Algonquin (815) 814-4715 | bairdwarner.com Compass Real Estate 11705 Catalpa Ln., Woodstock (815) 900-2124 www.keeferealestate.com
Factotum Property Management P.O. Box 460, Woodstock (815) 308-5310
Lisa Jesse, RE/MAX Plaza 112 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 578-4601 www.listandbuywithlisa.com
Vanderstappen Land Surveying Inc. 1316 N. Madison St., Woodstock (815) 337-8310 www.vandersinc.com
Arturo Flores Team Brokered By eXp Realty 245 McHenry Ave, Woodstock (815) 528-5000 www.AFT247.com
Erin Dierks – Berkshire Hathaway Stark Real Estate 112 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 338-7111 | www.starckre.com
Rob Schaid – RE/MAX Plaza 112 N. Benton St., Woodstock & 4005 H. Kane Ave., McHenry (815) 338-4455 & (815) 385-6770 www.joinremax.com/robschaid The Rick Bellairs Team Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Starck Real Estate 1710 S Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 382-8400 | rickbellairs.com Westward 360 129 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (773) 572-0880 www.westward360.com
CHILD CARE Hearthstone Early Learning Center 350 Cristian Way, Woodstock (815) 338-1954 www.hearthstonewoodstock.org
PETS
ANIMAL SHELTERS Helping Paws Animal Shelter 2500 Harding Ln., Woodstock (815) 338-4400 www.helpingpaws.net
Hooved Animal Humane Society 10801 McConnell Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-4400 | www.hahs.org Young at Heart Senior Pet Rescue 4301 S. IL Rt. 47, Woodstock (815) 333-4001 www.adoptaseniorpet.com PET GROOMER Baxter’s Pet Depot 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit B, Woodstock (815) 308-5301 www.baxterspetdepot.com Fur Elegance Pet Salon 805 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 527-5260 www.furelegance.com
PET STORES & SUPPLIES Baxter’s Pet Depot 150 S. Eastwood Dr., Unit B, Woodstock (815) 308-5301 www.baxterspetdepot.com Fur Elegance Pet Salon 805 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 527-5260 www.furelegance.com
Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 | www.walmart.com Woodstock Farm & Fleet 11501 US Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com VETERINARIANS SUPPORT/ SOCIAL SERVICES Pet Care in Motion P.O. Box 461,Woodstock (815) 529-1818 www.petcareinmotion.com
True Blue Dogs 4509 Dean St.,Woodstock (815) 482-0339 www.truebluedogs.org
SENIORS
INDEPENDENT & ASSISTED LIVING Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 334-6200 www.HearthstoneWoodstock.org Shepherd Premier Senior Living, Bull Valley 1307 N. Green St., McHenry (224) 333-6247
SENIOR SERVICES Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 334-6200 www.HearthstoneWoodstock.org
Pace Bus 550 W. Algonquin Rd. Arlington Heights (748) 228-4282 www.pacebus.com
The Kare Group, LLC 720 S. Eastwood Dr., #150 Woodstock 888-600-7033 www.thekaregroupllc.com MEMORY CARE FACILITIES Independence Health & Therapy 2028 N. Seminary, Woodstock (815) 338-3590 www.independencehealth.org Shepherd Premier Senior Living, Bull Valley 1307 N. Green St., McHenry (224) 333-6247
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“List and Buy with Lisa” Lisa Jesse
REALTOR® RE/MAX Plaza
112 N. Benton Street Woodstock, IL 60098 C/T: 815-790-0988 lj@listandbuywithlisa.com www.listandbuywithlisa.com SM-CL1942747
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.
EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
The Sherwin-Williams Company 3718 W Elm Street, McHenry
815-578-1752
www.sherwin-williams.com
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CITY OF WOODSTOCK The City of Woodstock operates under the Council-Manager form of government that combines the political leadership of an elected Mayor and six City Council members with the managerial experience of an appointed City Manager. The City’s primary purpose is to serve the needs of its citizens. City Council meetings are open to the public and held at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. CITY OF WOODSTOCK OFFICIALS
CITY OF WOODSTOCK PHONE DIRECTORY
Mayor
Use the phone numbers listed below to reach the City of Woodstock’s various departments.
City Council Members
City Hall General Information (815) 338-4300
Mike Turner Darrin Flynn, Lisa Lohmeyer, Tom Nierman, Wendy Piersall, Robert Seegers, Gordie Tebo Email: citycouncil@woodstockil.gov
City Staff
Roscoe Stelford | City Manager Paul Christensen | Deputy City Manager /
Executive Director – Strategy & Planning Danielle Gulli | Executive Director – Business Development John Lieb | Chief of Police Christina Betz | Public Works Director Garrett Anderson | Economic Development Director Deborah Schober | Human Resources Director Dan McElmeel | Information Technology Director Joe Napolitano | Building & Zoning Director Dave Zinnen | Recreation Director Daniel Campbell | Woodstock Opera House Director Nicholas Weber | Woodstock Public Library Director
City Hall TDD (815) 338-1172 City Manager (815) 338-4301 citymanager@woodstockil.gov Mayor’s Office (815) 338-4302 mayor@woodstockil.gov Police Dept. (non-emergency) (815) 338-2131 police@woodstockil.gov Finance Department (815) 338-4300 finance@woodstockil.gov Economic Development Department (815) 338-3176 econdev@woodstockil.gov
Building & Zoning Department (815) 338-4305 b&zdept@woodstockil.gov Public Works (815) 338-6118 publicworks@woodstockil.gov Woodstock Opera House (815) 338-4212 operahouse@woodstockil.gov Opera House Box Office (815) 338-5300 tickets@woodstockil.gov Woodstock Public Library (815) 338-0542 library@woodstockil.gov Library TDD (815) 338-0542 Human Resources Department (815) 338-1172 humanresources@woodstockil.gov Recreation Department (815) 338-4363 recreation@woodstockil.gov Water/Sewer Billing (815) 338-4300 waterbilling@woodstockil.gov
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City of Woodstock
CITY HALL
Office Hours Monday, Wednesday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Public Services Available at City Hall 121 W. Calhoun St. (815) 338-4300 Garage Sale Permits, Yard Waste & Garbage (Disposal Stickers & Recycling Containers), Transportation Services (Senior & special use RTA permits), Water Bill Collection & Shutoffs, Meter changes & leaking inspections. Economic Development Department (815) 338-3176 econdev@woodstockil.gov With an eye on long range goals and an ear to immediate needs, the City of Woodstock offers site selection, and business consultation services through the Economic Development Department. Please contact the Department for guidance with business expansion or relocation, start-up, market analysis, and site selection. Building and Zoning Department (815) 338-4305 b&zdept@woodstockil.gov The Building and Zoning Department is responsible for issuing all building and construction permits, processing all zoning and subdivision petitions, and enforcing the City’s zoning, sign and building regulations. The Department also maintains demographic and land use data for Woodstock, as well as information pertaining to new development and building activity. The Building and Zoning Department provides staff and support to the following City
boards and commissions: Board of Building and Construction, Electrical Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Plan Commission, Administrative Adjudication, Old Courthouse & Sheriff’s House Advisory Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals. Department of Public Works 326 Washington Street (815) 338-6118 pwdept@woodstockil.gov The Public Works office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of all streets and rights-of-way; snow removal; park maintenance; water and sewer system maintenance; water treatment and wastewater treatment and serves as liaison to the City’s Transportation & Environmental Commissions. Public Works also manages the following special programs: Leaf Collection, Adopt-A-Highway, Tree Planting Program, Block Parties, Sidewalk Construction Program, Treatment Plant Tours. City of Woodstock Human Resources Department (815) 338-1172 humanresources@woodstockil.gov The City of Woodstock strives to recruit and maintain a highly qualified staff, whose goal is to provide exemplary customer service to residents. To this end, the Human Resources Department handles all recruitment functions to fill vacancies or new positions. Openings are posted in the City Hall entryway display case, and are listed on the City’s website under the Jobs button on the opening page. While unsolicited resumes are not encouraged, the department maintains an Interest Card file and will forward applications for specific position openings to qualified individuals. The department
also handles a variety of internal personnel duties concerning employee benefits and workplace regulations. The department currently serves as liaison to the Cultural & Social Awareness Commission and as the contact point regarding issues of personal and property liability for the City.
WHO TO CALL IN AN EMERGENCY 911
Woodstock Police Department Non-Emergency Number (815) 338-2131 policedept@woodstockil.gov The Woodstock Police Department includes sworn police officers and detectives, civilian employees, community service officers and school crossing guards. They perform police protection patrol services, non-patrol and investigative functions, community services, parking enforcement, traffic safety, communications/ record functions and administrative services. The department also provides a wide variety of community services and programs, some of which are listed below: Crime Stoppers, Child Identification Program, Property Identification, Vacation House Surveillance, Classroom Education Programs, Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), North Central Narcotics Task Force, Police/High School Liaison Officer Woodstock Fire/ Rescue District Non-Emergency Number (815) 338-2621 The Woodstock Fire/Rescue District provides two important public safety services for Woodstock area residents: fire and rescue protection. Due to its high quality, properties within the district enjoy a very low fire insurance rating for home and business owners. B.O.C.A. fire
and building codes are enforced in the construction of all new structures in the district. Firefighters and paramedics conduct fire inspection and safety education programs throughout the year. 85 percent of the members are cross-trained in fire and medical emergencies. Paid, on-premise members provide for 24 hour on-duty response to all medical incidents. Future plans provide for more personnel on duty to also respond to fire incidents.
WOODSTOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
414 W. Judd St. (815) 338-0542 woodstockpubliclibrary.org library@woodstockil.gov Woodstock’s full service Public Library is available to all residents. Residents five years or older, who reside in the City of Woodstock, are entitled to free library cards. Residents of Community School District 200 outside the city limits of Woodstock, (i.e. Rural WPL District residents) may obtain a restricted library card at no charge or a full service card at a fee of $44 per family. The City’s Library offers numerous patron services including extensive internet access with online research capabilities. Patrons may also access downloadable books, audiobooks and magazines. A community meeting room and private study rooms are available to the public. Library hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Closed on Sundays The Library plans to increase the open hours in the spring of 2022. Please check our website or call to confirm the current hours of operation.
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VILLAGE OF WONDER LAKE WONDER LAKE AREA The Wonder Lake community is mainly a residential area that surrounds Wonder Lake, a private lake that was created in 1929 by a group of Chicago businessmen that called themselves “The Syndicate”. They damned the Nippersink Creek and flooded the lowlands to the south to create the private 830 acre recreational lake. These original developers envisioned a summer resort community and recreation center here but their vision was cut short by the Great Depression that lingered though the 1930’s. Wonder Lake eventually evolved into what it is today, one community built around a private lake with mostly permanent year-round residents and a handful of part-time summer and weekend residents. Situated just northeast of Woodstock, the McHenry County seat, Wonder Lake offers a number of recreational uses including fishing, sailing, boating and water skiing. In addition, outdoor enthusiasts can visit Glacier Park, a large tract of land that is part of the McHenry County Conservation District located directly north of the Lake. The population of the Wonder Lake area is approximately 15,000 with just over 4100 residing within the corporate limits of the Village of Wonder Lake. The village was
incorporated in 1974 as the Village of Sunrise Ridge. The name was later changed to the Village of Wonder Lake. The Village provides parks, public works, police protection and related services to its constituents. The Village of Wonder Lake is currently made up of the following subdivisions around Wonder Lake: Deep Springs Woods I, Deerpath, Hickory Falls I, Hickory Falls II, Lookout Point Unit I, Shore Hills, Sunrise Ridge, Sunrise Ridge Estates, The Meadows of West Bay, White Oaks Bay, Wooded Shores, Woods Creek and a portion of Wonderview. The remainder of the population lives in unincorporated subdivisions surrounding the lake. Most subdivisions are members of the Master Property Owners Association (MPOA) which is charged with maintaining and enhancing the lake. The Wonder Lake community is supported by a combination of small retail shops, restaurants and businesses with major retailers available in nearby Woodstock to the southwest and McHenry to the east. Wonder Lake is intersected by two townships and serviced by four school districts. The Wonder Lake community is privileged to be the home of the Wonder Lake Shi Show Team. Nationally recognized,
they entertain on the lake nearly every Friday evening during the summer. The community supports many clubs and organizations, the oldest social one being the Yacht Club. Sailboat races occur every Sunday in the summer. The Wonder Lake Sportsman’s Club, which is the oldest, actively helps manage wildlife in and around the lake. Fish stocking, bird management and wetland protection and restoration are part of their mission. Fourth of July is the premier event of the year in Wonder Lake. A midday parade through the downtown area is followed by a traditional performance by the Wonder Lake Ski Show Team. The celebration culminates in a spectacular fireworks show over the lake. Annual community fundraising efforts make this all possible. It’s an exciting time to part of the Wonder Lake Community. The Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry is proud to serve the Wonder Lake community and welcomes all new businesses and residents to the area! Together we can be a cohesive voice in local matters. You can stay informed of new developments in the area, network with an expanded business community and engage with community leaders. We look forward to growing this relationship with the Wonder Lake community!
WONDER LAKE NUMBERS TO KNOW Village Hall (815) 728-0839 McHenry Township Office (815) 334-4000 Greenwood Township Office (815) 334-4000 Woodstock Public Library (815) 338-0542 McHenry Public Library (815) 385-0036 Emergency 911 Wonder Lake Police Department (815) 728-0535 Wonder Lake Fire Department (815) 728-0088 (non-emergency) Wonder Lake Post Office (815) 653-7771 Master Property Owners Association (815) 653-1000 McHenry County Sheriff’s Office (815) 338-2141 Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce (815) 338-2436
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COFFEE &
APPAREL
WITH A CAUSE
At Warp Corps, we combat mental illness, and substance use disorder with positive alternatives for our community. We offer adventure sports, music and art as an outlet to help you to find your Max Happy. We raise funds through selling our locally roasted Max Happy Coffee and handmade, custom or branded apparel. Whether you need coffee for your staff, shirts for a family reunion, mugs with your logo on it, or hoodies for a soccer team, we’ve got you covered! Together, we can create better lives for future generations.
SUPPORT THE CAUSE
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Wood & Fiberglass Replacement Windows
Kitchen & Bath Cabinets Quartz & Granite Countertops 1401 S. Eastwood (Rt. 47) Woodstock, IL
1475 S. Randall Rd. Algonquin, IL
815.338.8900
847.658.9998
(Between Lake Ave. & Rt. 14)
(Corner of Randall & County Line Rd.)
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GOVERNMENT * denotes WACCI member
COUNTY, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT McHENRY COUNTY McHenry County Government Center 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-4000 (815) 338-3991 (FAX) Sheriff’s Police, Building and Zoning Inspection, Subdivision Plats, Total Assessments, Health Department, Probation, Courts, Skilled Care Nursing, Highway Maintenance, Recording Deeds and Documents, Animal Control, Zoning Appeals, Court Documents.
McHenry County Board Mike Buehler, McHenry County Board Chairman McHenry County Government Center 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-4224 TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT Township Government is older than 1776. It originated in the mid-1600s, more than 100 years before our country became an independent nation. Township government in Illinois dates back to 1787, when Congress established the Northwest Territory and designated counties and townships within the territories. When the
second Illinois Constitution was adopted in 1848 it gave counties the option to include townships in their governmental structure. A majority of Illinois counties chose the township system in a general election of 1849, among them being McHenry County, where the voters almost unanimously chose township government in a referendum in November of 1849. A Township, as a political and geographic subdivision, is a municipal corporate body that can sue and be sued, own property, borrow money and levy taxes. The officials may act for the electorate in the Township’s name when conducting business.
Townships have many duties and some permissive powers. Services expressly required of all townships include providing for welfare assistance, building and maintaining rural roads, assessment of property and preventing the spread of communicable disease. In addition to this, townships may establish libraries, medical clinics, museums, community buildings, public rest stations, mental health facilities and youth committees. McHenry County is divided into 17 townships. There are generally eight elected officers in each township. These are the supervisor, clerk, assessor,
DOREEN T. PALUCH, P.C. ATTORNEY AT LAW
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Government highway commissioner and four trustees. The term of office for each position is four years. Terms are synchronous rather than staggered. The annual meeting of the township electors is held the second Tuesday in April each year. The Supervisor is the Chief Executive Officer of the township and is responsible for the township funds, serving as treasurer of all funds and records all transactions in an official book. The Supervisor must file a statement of the financial status of the township with the township clerk. A summary of this report must be published annually. One of the most important functions of the Supervisor is in the area of General Assistance. The Supervisor of General Assistance gives aid to the needy. Money used for this purpose is raised by local taxes and non-State receiving units, which applies to most of the 1,400 plus townships in Illinois. The money thus raised is used to provide food, shelter, utilities, medical care and burial whenever necessary.
*Dorr Township 1039 Lake Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-0125 (Office) (815) 338-1060 (Road Dist.) Township Road District 12322 Davis Rd., Woodstock, IL www.dorrtownship.com Greenwood Township 5211 Miller Road Wonder Lake, IL 60097 (815) 648-4653 (Office) (815) 648-2307 (Garage) www.greenwoodtownship.net Hartland Township 15813 Nelson Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-5526 (Office) (815) 338-1432 (Hwy Dept.) www.toi.org/Townships/ McHenry_County/Hartland_ Township Seneca Township 16506 Garden Valley Road Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 923-2288 (Office)
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT The White House PresidentJoe Biden 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20500 (202) 456-1414 – switchboard (202) 456-1111 - comment line U.S. Senate Hon. Dick Durbin (D) 711 Hart Senate Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-2152 or: 230 S. Dearborn St. Ste. 3892 Chicago, IL 60604 | 312-353-4952 Tammy Duckworth (D) 524 Hart Senate Office Bldg. Washington D.C. 20510 (202) 224-2854 or: 230 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60604 | 312-886-3506 U.S. House of Representatives 14th District Lauren Underwood (D) 1130 Longworth HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225-2976 or: 333 Commerce Dr., Ste. 700 Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | (630) 549-2190
STATE OF ILLINOIS Office of the Governor JB Pritzker (D) 207 State House Springfield, IL 62706 217-782-0244 (TTY 888-261-3336) or: James R. Thompson Center 100 W. Randolph 16-100 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 814-2121 State Senator, 32nd District Craig Wilcox (R) 309H Capital Building Springfield, IL 62706 (217) 782-8000 or: 5400 West Elm Ste. 103 McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 455-6330 State Representative, 63rd District Hon. Steven Reick (R) 230-N Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706 (217) 782-1717 or: 1072 Lake Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 880-5340
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EDUCATION Woodstock School District 200 serves approximately 6,700 students in grades PreK-12 who live in the communities of Woodstock, Bull Valley, Greenwood, the west side of Wonder Lake, and unincorporated McHenry County. The school district was formed in 1969, when two elementary districts and one high school district consolidated, but education in Woodstock started in 1847. Today, our schools offer a strong standardsbased educational program that is based on best practices and innovation but that is also rooted in the rich traditions of our 150-year old community. District 200 currently operates 12 schools: the Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center where all of the community’s youngest children begin their education; six elementary schools serving students in grades 1-5; two middle schools for students in grades 6-8; two comprehensive high schools; and the Clay Academy, a therapeutic day school for students in grades 3-12 with special needs. A 2006 referendum allowed the school district to complete $105 million in school construction which included new elementary, middle and high school buildings, an addition to the early learning center, and the remodeling and conversion of a former middle school to an elementary school.
District 200 provides a wide variety of programs to help every child to succeed. Early childhood education, dual language, bilingual and gifted programs, Advanced Placement classes, career and technical training, and special needs programs strengthen the general education curriculum. A districtwide focus on reading, writing and mathematics combined with the use of technology as a learning tool help prepare all students for success in and outside of the classroom. District 200 high school students excel at the state and national levels in both academics and extracurricular activities. District 200 high school students perform very well on ACT
and Advanced Placement tests, and our graduates attend some of the top colleges and universities in the nation. Elementary and middle school students consistently score above the state average on standardized achievement tests. The Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center is a recognized model for early childhood education. Outside of the classroom, District 200 provides an extensive selection of athletic, fine arts, enrichment and extra-curricular programs. Students regularly excel at the state level in a variety of competitions, including music, mathematics, graphic arts and athletic events.
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WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 200 Striving • Growing • Achieving
CHANGING THE FUTURE THROUGH EDUCATION • America’s Most Challenging High Schools — Washington Post, America’s Best High Schools — U.S. News & World Report, AP District Honor Roll —CollegeBoard.com. More than 50 dual credit college courses offered. • One of the top Dual Language programs in the U.S. More than 80 students graduate with the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy. • Three elementary schools named Exemplary by Illinois State Board of Education
Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 2990 Raffel Road | Woodstock, IL 60098 @WoodstockD200
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WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 200
Dr. Michael Moan, Superintendent (815) 338-8200 3000 Raffel Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 www.woodstockschools.org Buildings & Grounds Office (815) 338-3397 Recorded Newsline (815) 338-5200 D200 Transportation (815) 338-4777 Woodstock High School (Gr. 9-12) 501 West South St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-4370 Woodstock North High School (Gr. 9-12) 3000 Raffel Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-2100 Creekside Middle School (Gr. 6-8) 3201 Hercules Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-5200
Northwood Middle School (Gr. 6-8) 2121 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-4900
Prairiewood Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 3215 Hercules Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-5300
Clay Academy (Gr. Pre-K-13) 112 Grove St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-2529
Westwood Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 14124 W. South St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-8173
Hearthstone Early Learning Center 350 Christian Way Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-1954 www.HearthstoneWoodstock.org
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center (Gr. PreK-K) 2045 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-8883
House of Children Childcare/Preschool 2521 Harding Ln. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-4663
PRESCHOOLS
St. John’s Lutheran Preschool 401 St. John’s Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098
Dean Street Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 600 Dean St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-1133 Mary Endres Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 2181 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 337-8177 Greenwood Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 4618 Greenwood Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 648-2606 Olson Elementary School (Gr. 1-5) 720 W. Judd St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-0473
DAY CARE, NURSERY SCHOOLS, AND PRESCHOOLS Crystal Lake Montessori School 3013 Country Club Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-0013 First United Methodist Preschool 201 W. South St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-8341
Grace Lutheran Church Preschool 1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-0554, x213
St. Mary’s Preschool 312 Lincoln Ave., Woodstock, IL (815) 338-3377 | (815) 338-5185 Woodstock Headstart 100 N. Benton St. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-8790 Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center 2045 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-8883
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
The Special Education District of McHenry County – SEDOM Dr. Tim Burns, Executive Director 1200 Claussen Dr. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-3622 SEDOM works closely with the school districts of McHenry County, to assure that appropriate programs and services are available for all students (ages 3-21) with special learning needs. SEDOM’s main offices are located in Woodstock, while most services are provided in the student’s home district.
PAROCHIAL AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Woodstock Christian School (815) 338-1391 St. Mary’s Catholic School (K-8) 312 Lincoln Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-3598 or (815) 338-3377 Marian Central Catholic High School 1001 Mchenry Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-4220
Located in Woodstock and established in 1959, Marian Central Catholic High School is a small co-educational, college preparatory school that makes a big impact. Each and every student receives a personalized education plan to ensure individual achievement, academic success, and personal growth. The Marian Central Advantage is the ideology that each student is a part of a tight knit learning group, where academics, spirituality, athletics, and student life come together as one family. Marian’s academic program includes regular, honors, advanced placement, and dual credit college preparatory courses. 80% of the students achieve honor roll status and 97% of seniors are college bound at esteemed colleges nationwide. Over $25 Million in college scholarships were awarded to our Class of 2021 and Marian Central continues to be the area leader in Illinois State Scholars, with an average ACT score of 29, awarded by the ISAC. Marian Central Athletics embody both a competitive spirit and
skill, where sportsmanship and character are fostered in a motivating environment. With 23 sports to choose from, students can compete on a variety of different teams, most of which are no-cut. In addition to athletics, students also have opportunities to join our 35 clubs, activities, and extensive opportunities in Music, Art, and Theater. We proudly welcome students from 35 area schools, both private and public. Marian Central has an inclusive transfer
policy, where transfer students are admitted into our family at various times of the school year. Our top priorities include student safety, educating the entire person, instilling Catholic Christian values, and supporting our students as they grow towards future success. Financial assistance and a student work/job program is available, as well as daily bus service. For more information, or to schedule a personal tour and shadow day, call Kaitlin Bordeaux at (815) 338-4220 x125.
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COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES McHenry County College (815) 455-3700 8900 US Hwy. 14 Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2761 www.mchenry.edu/contact/
McHenry County College Registration Office of Education (815) 334-4475 With an ever-growing list of degrees and technical programs, MCC delivers high quality, accessible, and affordable education to help you reach your goals. Start with one online class, a career-ready certificate, or earn some college credits before continuing on to a four-year institution. Plus, take advantage of our many financial assistance options. Take your next step now at www.mchenry.edu. Offering more than 30 associate degree programs and 60 careerready certificates, McHenry County College is the county’s center for higher education and lifelong learning. In addition to MCC’s associate degree programs, students can earn a four-year Bachelor of Arts or Science degree through affiliations with a number of four-year schools. Visit www. mchenry.edu/transfer for more information and a current listing of partnerships.
Don’t worry about your final step. Start with your first. Whether it’s one class, one event, or a new degree or certificate, the next step in your educational journey is waiting for you at McHenry County College. With more than 20 degrees and 90 career and technical programs, MCC delivers the high quality, affordable education that will help you get closer to your goals.
Let us help you take your next step at www.mchenry.edu.
MCC students can choose from a variety of class times and formats that fit their lifestyle. And with MCC’s dual credit and dual degree programs, area high school students can earn college credits to help them save money and get a head start on their goals. MCC is the area’s resource for: • Lifelong Learning — Including programs for kids (K-12) and retired adults, plus a full catalog of noncredit courses available at www.mchenry.edu/community. • Corporate Training and Professional Education — MCC meets the continuing education needs of professionals through customized contract training and a variety of short courses, seminars, and workshops. www. mchenry.edu/workforce. • Small Business Development— Services include training, grant assistance, financial and planning assistance, workshops and seminars, export assistance, and
more—all offered at The Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane in McHenry or www.mchenry.edu/ isbdc. • Free Library Access — Available for all McHenry County residents 16 years of age or older. www. mchenry.edu/library. • Affordable Fitness —MCC’s fitness center features a full line of weight training machines, treadmills, stair machines, elliptical trainers, and more— including a friendly, helpful staff. www.mchenry.edu/fitnesscenter. Popular degree and certificate programs include: Nursing (CNA to RN), Culinary Management, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Digital Media, Graphic Arts, Robotics, Automotive Technology, Fire Science, Emergency Medical Technician, Fitness Instructor Training, Early Childhood Education, FastTrack degrees, and certificates for working adults. Aurora University (815) 337-6051 222 E. Church St. Woodstock, IL 60098 www.aurora.edu/woodstock Aurora University Woodstock Center brings higher education closer to home for residents in the McHenry County region. Degrees offered in downtown Woodstock include bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business, education, or social work; non-degree credentials and endorsements are also available. Classes are held evenings and weekends. Call, email (wcadmission@aurora. edu), or stop in to talk with an admission advisor. Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC) (815) 338-1032 2710 S. Country Club Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098 www.luc.edu At the Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus, students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with what they’ve learned in class — something an urban setting doesn’t provide. The property also serves the surrounding community through its restoration efforts, retreat center and organic farm. LUREC is listed on Crain’s Chicago Business as a top destination for corporate retreats in the Chicagoland area.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS Woodstock has a variety of options in town and nearby for dependable high quality healthcare services at medical, dental, chiropractic, behavioral health, and private practice physician and therapist offices and medical centers.
CLINICS/HOSPITALS
Mercyhealth Woodstock 2000 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-7100 www.mercyhealthsystem.org Northwestern Medicine 3701 Doty Road, Woodstock (815) 338-2500 | www.nm.org OrthoIllinois 4119 W Shamrock Lane, Suite 103, McHenry (815) 398-9491 www.orthoillinois.com
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Health & Wellness Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0256 www.walmart.com
Wolf Eyecare 206 N. Madison St., Woodstock (815) 338-7810 www.wolfeyecare.com
DENTAL CARE
MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH/COUNSELING
City Square Dental 232 Main St., Woodstock (815) 337-1932 www.citysquaredentalcare.com Conway Dental 226 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-8155 www.conwaydental.net Farris Dental Design 301 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-7774 Family Dentistry of Woodstock 651 S. Eastwood Dr., Rt. 47 Woodstock (815) 338-0690 familydentistryofwoodstock.com Madison Street Dental 210 North Madison St. Woodstock (815) 205-5373 www.madisonstreetdental.com
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Next Level Counseling and Wellness 226 West Judd St., Woodstock 815) 575-8860
Secure Alliance Counseling & Consultation 202 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 527-5080 SecureAllianceCounseling.com
PHYSICAL/SPEECH/ OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Independence Health & Therapy 708 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-1707 www.independencehealth.org Mercyhealth Woodstock 2000 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-7100 www.mercyhealthsystem.org
OUTREACH PROGRAMS
Clearbrook 1835 W. Central Rd. Arlington Heights 847-870-7711 www.clearbrook.org
Warp Corps 114 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 985-6256 www.warpcorps.org
EYE CARE
Main Stay Therapeutic Farm 6919 Keystone Rd., Richmond (815) 653-9374 www.mainstayfarm.org
Mercyhealth Woodstock 2000 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-7100 www.mercyhealthsystem.org
THERAPY, OTHER
Next Level Counseling and Wellness 226 West Judd St., Woodstock 815) 575-8860 OrthoIllinois 4119 W Shamrock Lane, Suite 103, McHenry (815) 398-9491 www.orthoillinois.com Secure Alliance Counseling & Consultation 202 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 527-5080 SecureAllianceCounseling.com Soulful Prairies 4706 Alden Rd., Woodstock 847-366-6743 www.soulfulprairies.com
CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Back on Track 1216 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-7346 www.backontrackchiropractic.net
MASSAGE/MEDSPAS
Harmony Falls Massage Clinic 304 W Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 334-0842 www.harmonyfalls.net
HOLISTIC HEALTH
Harmony Falls Massage Clinic 304 W Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 334-0842 www.harmonyfalls.net Hempstock Pharms 14023 W. South Street Rd. Woodstock 630-301-2010 www.hempstockpharms.com
Woodstock Recreation Center 820 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-4363 www.woodstockrecreation department.com
HEALTHCARE ADVOCATES The Kare Group, LLC 720 S. Eastwood Dr. #150 Woodstock 888-600-7033 www.thekaregroupllc.com
HOME HEALTH SERVICES/HOSPICE
Journey Care 2050 Claire Court, Glenview 224-770-2489 www.journeycare.org St. Croix Hospice 3815 N Mulford, Rockford (779) 207-5678 www.stcroixhospice.com
ASSISTED LIVING & LONG TERM CARE
Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 334-6200 www.HearthstoneWoodstock.org Shepherd Premier Senior Living-Bull Valley 1307 N. Green St., McHenry (224) 333-6247 shepherdpremierseniorliving.com
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GETTING INVOLVED * denotes WACCI member
The Woodstock community embodies philanthropy, giving back and volunteerism. There are many opportunities within the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce to get more involved and develop leadership skills by chairing a committee or running a networking group. Organizations throughout Woodstock rely on the community for help fundraising, executing programs, facilitating education and running events. Jump in and get involved. It’s a great way to help others, meet people, make and advance careers.
Public service is a hallmark of our American culture. It takes a village to make a community great and in small close knit towns like Woodstock, we appreciate the men and women who give of themselves to become public servants to make our communities stronger. Keep Woodstock Beautiful (815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com Facilitates annual community clean up event and beatification projects. Miss Woodstock Committee (815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com Women’s Networking Group Chairwoman – Kerry Smith (815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com Woodstock Pride Woodstock Pride is an inclusive civic group dedicated to promoting diversity, cultural integration and self-celebration of LGBTQIA+ persons, families and businesses. In 2019 we hosted the first annual Woodstock Pride Fest and parade which boasted over 2,500 people in attendance. We appreciate the
continued support of the city and community and we are proud to be part of such a diverse community here in Woodstock.
Animal Outreach Society P.O. Box 396, McHenry (815) 385-0005 www.animaloutreachsociety.info
In addition to the annual Pride Fest, we host a variety of other events such as socials, fundraisers and educational events with the goal of uniting the community. We encourage you to attend one of our meetings, learn more about our group and become involved as a participant or advocate.
*Bear Hugs of Chicagoland 1511 Ginny Ln., Woodstock (815) 334-0718
To contact the Pride board email woodstockpride@gmail.com
SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) (888) 687-2277 | www.aarp.org American Association of University Women www.crystallake-il.aauw.net American Cancer Society (800) 227-2345 | www.cancer.org Assisi Animal Foundation McHenry County’s No-Kill Animal Shelter P.O. Box 143, Crystal Lake (815) 455-9411 | www.assisi.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County 630 N. IL Rt. 31, Crystal Lake (815) 385-3855 www.bbbsmchenry.org Boy Scouts – Blackhawk Area Council Call for listing of local troops 600 N. IL Rt. 31, Crystal Lake (815) 397-0210 www.blackhawkscouting.org Child Advocacy Center of McHenry 1 S. Virginia St., Crystal Lake (815) 334-9597 www.mchenrycac.org *Clayworkers’ Guild of Illinois 220 Main St., Woodstock (815) 321-9475 Opening – March 1, 2022 www.facebook.com/ clayworkersguildofillinois
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HISPANIC CONNECTIONS - OUR PARTNERS
ABOUT HISPANIC CONNECTIONS El grupo Conexiones Hispanas nació de una visión de negocios Hispanos conectando para apoyarse el uno al otro, crecer individualmente y colectivamente, y servir a la comunidad. Conectamos con líderes increíbles en la comunidad que vieron un potencial, creyeron en cada uno y pusieron su liderazgo a trabajar para no solo beneficiarse mutuamente, pero ir más allá y beneficiar a una comunidad con una necesidad de una voz. Estamos estableciendo un lugar para la comunidad hispana y poder expresarse e integrarse con la población del condado de McHenry. Conexiones Hispanas no es solo un grupo de redes laborales donde negocios vienen y se reúnen, integran, se apoyan mutuamente y buscan crecer a través de referencias de clientes, pero es un grupo que ha evolucionado y se ha vuelto la voz de una comunidad que está ansiosa de integrarse y ser escuchada. Conexiones Hispanas es realmente un grupo de redes laborales y de servicio comunitario. Hemos creado eventos como la celebración
*Clearbrook 1835 W. Central Rd. Arlington Heights (847) 870-7111 www.clearbrook.org *Clothing Closet for McHenry County 221 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-5316
del Día de la Independencia de México, Noche de Carrera universitaria con el Distrito 200 para padres y estudiantes, Churros con Santa, Noche de Salsa y la noche legal. Apoyamos a estudiantes con becas y eventos multiculturales con escuelas y estudiantes enseñando el baile y la música Latina. Estamos orgullosos de enseñarle al pueblo de Woodstock como dos culturas pueden trabajar juntas con respeto y liderazgo. En 2018 y 2019, patrocinamos candidatas Latinas para el concurso de Señorita Woodstock y se llevaron la corona por dos años consecutivos. El futuro es brillante, te invitamos a ser miembro y ser parte de nuestra historia exitosa. Ser parte de esta fuerza de líderes requiere un compromiso a algo más grande que tu mismo y necesitamos tu dedicación y ser esa voz para la comunidad de Woodstock y el condado de McHenry.
*Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, Inc. 13707 W. Jackson St., Ste. B Woodstock (815) 338-5757 www.illinoiscccs.org
Hispanic Connections is a group that was born from a vision of Hispanic businesses connecting to network, support one another, grow individually and collectively, and give back to our community. We connected with incredible leaders in the community that saw our potential, believed in each other and put their leadership to work to benefit not only our businesses but much more, a community in need of a voice. We are creating a place for the Hispanic community to express itself and integrate with the population of McHenry County. Hispanic Connections is not only a networking group where business come to meet, integrate, and support each other, looking to grow via referrals but it has become a force and voice of a community that is eager to integrate, lead and be heard. Hispanic Connections is truly a networking and service group. We have created events like the annual Mexican Indepen-
*District 200 Education Foundation P.O. Box 172, Woodstock www.d200edfoundation.org
Crime Stoppers (800) 762-STOP www.mchenrysheriff.org
Dogs on the Go Assistance Dogs 720 S. Eastwood Dr., #175 Woodstock (815) 770-7300 www.dogsonthego.us
*Culture, Arts & Music 1039 Wanda Lane, Woodstock (815) 575-8587 www.cultureartsmusic.org
*Dorr Township 1039 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-0125 www.dorrtownship.com
dence Day Celebration, Latino Parent Career Night together with District 200, Churros with Santa, Salsa Nights and legal night. We support scholarships and multicultural events in schools engaging with students and staff to teach Latin Music and Latin Dance. We are proud to show a town like Woodstock, how two cultures can come together with respect and leadership. In 2018 and 2019 we sponsored Latina candidates for the annual Miss Woodstock Pageant and they took home the crown for two consecutive years. The future is bright, we invite you to become a member and become part of our success story. Being part of this leadership force requires commitment to something greater than yourself, and we need that dedication from even more of you to give a voice to the Hispanic Community of Woodstock and McHenry County.
*Environmental Defenders of McHenry County 110 S. Johnson St., Ste. 106 Woodstock (815) 338-0393 | www.mcdef.org *Family Health Partnership Clinic 401 E. Congress Pkwy., Crystal Lake (815) 334-8987 www.hpclinic.org *Food Shed Co-op P.O. Box 1663, Woodstock (815) 315-1541 www.foodshed.coop
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Getting Involved *Friends of the Old Courthouse P.O. Box 385, Woodstock friendsoftheoldcourthouse.org *Friends of the Opera House 121 Van Buren Street, Woodstock (815) 338-5300 www.woodstockoperahouse.com/ operahouse/page/friends-operahouse Friends of Woodstock Public Library Members 414 W. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 338-0542 www.woodstockpubliclibrary.org *Gavers Community Cancer Foundation P. O. Box 1724, Woodstock (815) 482-8350 www.gavers.org *Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois 353 Randall Rd., South Elgin (844) 476-4463 www.girlscoutsni.org Glory Bound Rescue Ranch 1404 Busse Rd., Marengo (815) 338-2594 www.gloryboundrr.org *Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County P.O. Box 1166, McHenry (815) 759-9002 www.habitatmchenry.org *Habitat for Humanity ReStore 133 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-0500 903 Front St., McHenry (815) 331-8153 www.habitatmchenry.org *Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 334-6200 www.hearthstonewoodstock.org *Hearthstone Early Learning Center 350 Christian Way, Woodstock (815) 338-1954 www.hearthstonewoodstock.org
*Helping Paws Animal Shelter 2500 Harding Ln., Woodstock (815) 338-4400 www.helpingpaws.net *Home of the Sparrow/ Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store 120 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-5070 www.hosparrow.org *Hooved Animal Humane Society 10804 McConnell Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-5563 | www.hahs.org Illinois Dept. of Human Services 512 Clay St., Woodstock (815) 338-0234 | www.dhs.state.il.us Illinois Dept. of Veteran Affairs George Dunn County Building 69 W. Washington, Ste. 1620 Chicago 312-814-2460 www2.illinois.gov/veterans Illinois Migrant Council 333 Commerce Dr., Suite 800 Crystal Lake (815) 955-0300 www.illinoismigrant.org *Independence Health & Therapy 2028 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-3590 708 Washington, Woodstock (815) 338-1707 www.independencehealth.org Independent Order of Odd Fellows Guardian #60 725 Wicker St., Woodstock (815) 527-7002 *Internet Freedom for McHenry County 224 West Judd St., Ste. #8 Woodstock (815) 575-8118 | www.ifmc.co Journey Care 2050 Claire Court, Glenview (224) 770-2489 www.journeycare.org
League of Women Voters of McHenry County P.O. Box 57, Crystal Lake *Main Stay Therapeutic Farm 6919 Keystone Rd., Richmond (815) 653-9374 www.mainstayfarm.org Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois 640 N. LaSalle Dr., Ste. 280 Chicago 312-602-9474 www.wish.org/illinois McHenry County Animal Control 100 N. Virginia St., Crystal Lake (815) 459-6222 www.mchenrycountyil.gov McHenry County Audubon Society P.O. Box 67, Woodstock www.mchenryaudubon.org McHenry County Bicycle Club www.mchenrybicycleclub.org *McHenry County Community Foundation 33 E. Woodstock St., Crystal Lake (815) 338-4483 | www.thecfmc.org McHenry County Extension Unit – U of I Extension (includes Homemakers and 4H Clubs) 1102 McConnel Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-3737 www.extension.illinois.edu *McHenry County Fair Association P.O. Box 375, Woodstock (815) 338-5315 www.mchenrycountyfair.com McHenry County Farm Bureau 1102 McConnel Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-1520 www.mchenrycfb.org
McHenry County Historical Society Museum 6422 Main St., Union (815) 923-2267 www.mchenrycountyhistory.org McHenry County Housing Authority 1108 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-7752 www.mchenrycountyhousing.org McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society P.O. Box 184, Crystal Lake www.mcigs.org McHenry County Marine Corps League Detachment 1009 Meeting the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Woodstock VFW Post 5040 240 N. Throop St., Woodstock (847) 906-DDOG www.mchenrycountymcl.com McHenry County Pads 1805 S. IL Rt. 31, McHenry (815) 759-7284 www.pioneercenter.org *McHenry County Workforce Network 500 Russel Court, Woodstock (815) 338-7100 www.mchenrycountyil.gov *Mental Health Resource League P.O. Box 204, McHenry (815) 385-5745 | www.mhrl.org *Moms of McHenry County 1023 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake (847) 791-5650 www.mchenrymothers.org *NAMI McHenry County 620 Dakota St., Crystal Lake (815) 308-0851 www.namimchenrycounty.org *Naturally McHenry County PO Box 1106, Huntley (815) 893-6280 www.naturallymchenrycounty.com
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Getting Involved *New Directions Addiction Recovery Services 1411 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. Woodstock 779-220-0336 | www.ndars.org
*Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation 120 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-5070 www.hosparrow.org
Northern Illinois Beekeepers Association 8900 US Rt. 14, Crystal Lake (815) 861-1237 | www.nibainfo.org
*The Community Foundation for McHenry County 33 E. Woodstock St., Crystal Lake (815) 338-4483 www.thecfmc.org
*Off Square Music 1319 N. Rt. 47, Woodstock (815) 338-5164 www.offsquaremusic.org *Pace Bus 550 Algonquin Rd. Arlington Heights (847) 364-7223 www.pacebus.com Pheasants Forever P.O. Box 1153, Crystal Lake www.mchenrycountypheasants forever.org *Pioneer Center of McHenry County 4031 W. Dayton St., Crystal Lake (815) 344-1230 www.pioneercenter.org
*The Salvation Army 290 W. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake (815) 455-2769 www.centralusa.salvationarmy. org/mchenry *True Blue Dogs 4509 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 482-0339 www.truebluedogs.org Tuning Point 11019 US Rt. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-8081 | www.turnpt.org *United Way of McHenry County 4508 Prime Parkway, McHenry (815) 363-1377 www.uwmchenry.org
Planned Parenthood (Chicago Area) 5937 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago (773) 287-2020 www.plannedparenthood.org
*Veterans Assistance Commission 667 Ware Rd., Ste. 100 Woodstock (815) 334-4229 www.mchenrycountyil.gov
Prairie State Legal Services (Legal Aid Program) 400 Russel Court, Woodstock (815) 344-9113 | www.pslegal.org
*Veterans Path to Hope 805 S. McHenry Ave., Ste. D, Crystal Lake (815) 321-4673 www.veteranspathtohope.org
*Senior Care Volunteer Network 42 East St., Ste. C, Crystal Lake (815) 455-3120 www.scvnmchenrycounty.org Senior Services Associates, Inc. of McHenry County 3519 N. Richmond Rd., McHenry (815) 344-3555 4704 Three Oaks Rd., Crystal Lake (815) 356-7457 www.seniorservicesassoc.org
VFW Post 5040 240 Throop St., Woodstock (815) 338-5040 www.vfw5040.org Warp & Weft Weavers Guild P.O. Box 666, Woodstock warpandweftweaversguild.org
Rick Bellairs 815-382-8400
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Wonder Lake Water Ski Show Team P.O. Box 518, Wonder Lake www.wonderlakeskiteam.org
Youth and Family Center of McHenry County 3430 N. Elm St., McHenry (815) 322-2357 | www.yfc-mc.org
*Woodstock Community Choir P.O. Box 194, Woodstock woodstockcommunitychoir.org
SOCIAL & PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
*Woodstock Farmers Market 1319 N. IL Rt. 47, Woodstock (815) 338-5164 woodstockfarmersmarket.org *Woodstock Fine Arts Association P.O. Box 225, Woodstock www.woodstockfinearts.org *Woodstock Fire & Rescue District 435 E. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 338-2621 | www.wfrd.org Woodstock Folk Festival P.O. Box 1628, Woodstock www.woodstockfolkfestival.org Woodstock Food Pantry 1033 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 337-0375 *Woodstock Girls Softball P.O. Box 454, Woodstock www.woodstockgirlssoftball.org *Woodstock Little League P.O. Box 94, Woodstock www.woodstocklittleleague.org *Woodstock Moose Lodge No. 1329 406 Clay St., Woodstock (815) 338-9875 www.woodstockmoose.com *Woodstock Noon Rotary Club P.O. Box 53, Woodstock www.rotaryclubofwoodstock.com *Young at Heart Senior Pet Rescue 4301 S. Il Rt. 47, Woodstock (815) 333-4001 www.adoptaseniorpet.com
*Heartland Realtor Organization 405 E. Congress Parkway, Ste. A Crystal Lake (815) 459-0600 www.heartlandro.realtor
McHenry County Bar Association 666 Russell Ct., Unit 201 Woodstock (815) 338-9559 www.mchenrycountybarassoc.org *Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-2436 www.woodstockilchamber.com *Woodstock Pride 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock www.facebook.com/woodstockpride *Woodstock Professional Business Women P.O. Box 344, Woodstock www.wpbw.org
POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS
McHenry County Democratic Party P.O. Box 1126, Crystal Lake (847) 906-1559 www.mchenrydems.org McHenry County Republican Party 6500 NW Hwy. Ste. 8 Crystal Lake (815) 560-2307 www.mchenrycountygop.org
Tessa Jania 815-260-7618
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WORSHIP Woodstock is home to a variety of religious institutions and faiths demonstrating the diverse and welcoming nature of our community. Blue Lotus Temple 221 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 337-7378 www.bluelotustemple.org
Free Methodist Church 934 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-3180 www.woodstockfmc.org
Casa De Bendicion 1320 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 261-8003 www.cbhbfil413.com
Good News Church 1039 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 575-9224 www.goodnewswoodstock.org
Christ Life Church 13614 W. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 338-4934 www.christlifechurchwoodstock.org
Gospel Grace Church 1903 N. Seminary, Woodstock 707-499-1051 www.ggcwoodstock.org
First Presbyterian Church of Woodstock 2018 N. IL Rt. 47, Woodstock (815) 338-2627 www.fpcwoodstock.org
Grace Fellowship Church 200 Cairns Court, Woodstock (815) 337-6510 www.gfchurch.org
First United Methodist Church 201 W. South St., Woodstock (815) 338-3310 www.fumcwoodstock.org
*Grace Lutheran Church 1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. Woodstock (815) 338-0554 www.gracewoodstock.us
Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Monastery 17906 Rt. 31., Harvard (815) 943-3588 holytransfigurationmonastery.org Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1320 Catalpa Ln., Woodstock (815) 338-4020 | www.jw.org McHenry County Jewish Congregation 8617 Ridgefield Rd., Crystal Lake (815) 455-1810 | mcjconline.org New Life Christian Center 5115 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 337-4673 www.newlifewoodstock.org Resurrection Catholic Church 2918 S. Country Club Rd. Woodstock (815) 338-7330 resurrectionwoodstock.church
St. Ann’s Episcopal Church 503 W. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 338-0950 www.stannswoodstock.org St. John’s Lutheran Church 401 Saint John’s Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-5159 www.stjohnswoodstock.com *St. Mary Catholic Church 312 Lincoln Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-3377 www.stmary-woodstock.org St. Patrick Church of Hartland 15012 St. Patrick Rd., Woodstock (815) 338-7883 www.stpatrickofhartland.org Unity Spiritual Center 225 W. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 337-3534 www.unitywoodstock.org Woodstock Assembly of God 1201 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 338-1316 www.woodstockag.org
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PERSONAL & BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING/ TAX SERVICE
NBaldwin Company 330 E. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 206-5647 www.baldwincpa.net Nihan & Nihan, Ltd. Accounting & Tax Service 211 Dean St. Ste. 2B, Woodstock (815) 338-0053 www.nihantax.com
ADVERTISING SALES
Alpha Media / Star 105.5 8800 US Hwy. 14, Crystal Lake (815) 459-7000 | Carla Coulter Shaw Media 7717 S. IL Rt. 31, Crystal Lake (815) 459-4040 | Sam Zito
The Woodstock Independent 671 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-8040 | Jen Wilson
AIR PURIFICATION
Woodstock Heating & Cooling 333 E. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 338-0282 www.woodstockheating.com
ATTORNEYS & LEGAL SERVICES
Campion Curran Law, P.C. 8600 Rt. 14 Ste. 107, Crystal Lake (815) 560-8008 www.campioncurranlaw.com Doreen T. Paluch, PC 130 ½ Cass St., Woodstock (815) 334-1100 www.dtplawoffice.com
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Personal & Business Services Zanck, Coen, Wright & Saladin 40 Brink St., Crystal Lake (815) 459-8800 | www.zcwlaw.com
AUTOMOTIVE – REPAIR & SERVICE
Wonder Lake State Bank 7526 Hancock Dr., Wonder Lake (815) 728-8000 www.thestatebankgroup.com
BEAUTY SALONS / SPAS
Gary Lang Auto Group 1107 S. Rt. 31, McHenry (815) 385-2100 www.garylangauto.com
D&A salon|apothecary 106 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 527-7559 www.dandasalon.com
Kunes Country Auto Group of Woodstock 1790 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-5100 www.KunesWoodstock.com
CEMETERY
Max & Sons Mufflers 80 N Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 527-5181
McHenry County Memorial Park 11301 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-1320 www.burialplanning.com
CHIMNEY REPAIR/ MASONRY RESTORATION
Merlins Complete Auto Care 1216 Davis Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-1200 www.merlins.com/woodstock
Spitson Masonry, Inc. 1307 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-5913 www.spitsonmasonry.com
Reichert Chevrolet Buick 2145 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-2780 www.woodstockchevroletbuick.com
COMPUTERS/IT SERVICES
Woodstock Harley Davidson 2235 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-3511 www.woodstockharley-dav.com
BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS
Advia Credit Union 975 Country Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 321-5000 | www.adviacu.org
ESC! Technologies Group LLC 138 Cass St, Woodstock (847) 802-9372 www.esctechnologiesgroup.com
CorporateIT 133 S Walkup Ave., Crystal Lake (815) 701-9292 | www.corpitdept.com MBI 227 W. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 880-5226 www.mbistaffing.com
BMO Harris Bank 225 W. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 338-6200 | harrisbank.com
OWC Pro IT Services 8 Galaxy Way, Woodstock (815) 701-9280 | www.owcproit.com
Great Lakes Credit Union 180 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (847) 578-7341 | www.glcu.org
CONSULTING
Home State Bank N.A 124 S. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 338-2000 | www.homestbk.com Hoyne Savings Bank 400 St. Johns Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-6300 | www.hoyne.com
CorporateIT 133 S Walkup Ave., Crystal Lake (815) 701-9292 | www.corpitdept.com Hunter Benefits Consulting Group, Inc. 132 Cass Street #2, Woodstock (847) 776-2125 www.HunterBenefits.com
CREDIT COUNSELING
MBI 227 W. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 880-5226 www.mbistaffing.com
OWC Pro IT Services 8 Galaxy Way, Woodstock (815) 701-9280 | www.owcproit.com
Sustainable Staffing Inc. 719 Ridgeview Dr., Suite A, McHenry (815) 560-0037 www.sustainablestaffinginc.com Your True Note 110 S. Johnson St., Ste. 207, Woodstock (847) 602-8183 | yourtruenote.com UpSign Management & Consulting Woodstock (773) 573-4664 www.upsignsolutions.com
CONTRACTORS – GENERAL
Associated Electrical Contractors, LLC 319 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-6600 www.associated-electrical.com
Blue Ribbon Millwork 1401 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8900 www.blueribbonmillwork.com
B & Z Electrical Contractors, Inc. 912 Trakk Ln., Woodstock (815) 338-6317 www.bzelectrical.com LaFontaine Enterprises 830 Prairie Ridge Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8380 www.lafontaineenterprises.com
Phoenix Woodworking Corporation 2000 Duncan Place, Woodstock (815) 338-9338 www.phoenixwoodworking.com Tessler Construction Company, Inc. 7705 Surini Lane, Bull Valley (815) 356-9910 www.tesslerinc.com
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, Inc. 13707 W. Jackson St., Ste. B Woodstock (815) 338-5757 | www.illinoiscccs.org
CREMATORIUM/ CREMATION PLANNING
Justen’s Wonder Lake Funeral Home 7611 W. Hancock Dr., Wonder Lake (815) 728-0233 www.justenfh.com McHenry County Memorial Park 11301 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-1320 www.burialplanning.com Saunders Funeral Home & Crematory 1745 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 420-3030 www.saundersfhc.com
DELIVERY SERVICE
Peet Frate Line, Inc. 650 S Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-5500 www.peetfrateline.com The UPS Store 720 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 206-3602 www.theupsstore.com
DIGITAL MARKETING
TurnKey Digital, LTD 112 N. Benton St., Woodstock (815) 334-9300 www.turnkey.digital
EMBROIDERY
First Place Promotions 48 N. Ayer St., Harvard (815) 943-7870 www.firstplacepromos.com Gold Medal Ideas (847) 478-0041 www.goldmedalideas.com
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ENGRAVERS/TROPHIES First Place Promotions 48 N. Ayer St., Harvard (815) 943-7870 www.firstplacepromos.com
FINANCIAL PLANNING
America Quintana – PRMG 119 W. Calhoun St., Woodstock (708) 238-8391 woodstock520b.prmgapp.com BMO Harris Bank 225 W. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 338-6477 www.harrisbank.com Country Financial – Bill Wilson 118 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-2950 representatives.countryfinancial. com/bill.wilson Edward Jones - Erik Olsen 1114 N Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 355-8470 www.edwardjones.com Edward Jones - Robin Alvigi 211 Dean St., Ste. 2A Woodstock (815) 338-2911 www.edwardjones.com Exemplar Financial Network – Heidi Alten, AIF 630 Kenosha St., Walworth, WI (800) 822-3642 ext. 1268 www.exemplarfn.com Home State Bank N.A. 124 S. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 338-2000 www.homestateonline.com Juanita Vega - Wela Financial 708-586-7000 www.welafinancial.com Mark Mitchell - State Farm Insurance Agency 717 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-1000 www.woodstock47.com
FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Farm & Fleet 11501 U.S. Hwy. 14, Woodstock (815) 338-2549 www.farmandfleet.com Walmart 1275 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 206-0263 | www.walmart.com
FLOORING – MATERIALS & INSTALLATION
Murphy’s Flooring 2104 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-5985 www.murphysflooring.net
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Justen’s Wonder Lake Funeral Home 7611 W. Hancock Dr., Wonder Lake (815) 728-0233 www.justenfh.com Saunders Funeral Home & Crematory 1745 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 420-3030 | saundersfhc.com
GAS STATION/ CONVENIENCE STORE
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. 2040 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-7657
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Group D360 111 ½ E. Van Buren, 2nd Floor Woodstock (815) 261-1998 www.groupd360.com Schmidt Printing 130 Washington St., rear Woodstock (815) 338-0222 www.schmidtprinting.net Turnkey Digital, LTD 112 N. Benton St. 2nd Floor, Woodstock (815) 334-9300 www.turnkeydigital.com
HEATING AND/OR AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS
Woodstock Heating & Cooling 333 E. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 338-0282 woodstockheating.com
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Automated Outdoor Solutions 1595 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5077 www.automatedoutdoor.com Cal and Shans Landscape & Design 2819 Raycraft Rd., Woodstock (815) 509-1026 www.calandshans.com
Carrigan Design (815) 703-8099 www.carrigandesign.com
Ehrke Appliance 686 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5068 www.ehrkeappliance.com
Copy Express, Inc. 301 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-7161 www.copyexpressyes.com
LaFontaine Enterprises 830 Prairie Ridge Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8380 www.lafontaineenterprises.com
Gold Medal Ideas 1160 Thompson Blvd., Buffalo Grove (847) 478-0041 www.goldmedalideas.com
Nierman Landscape & Design 1317 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-8873 www.niermanland.com
Roberts Exterior Services, LLC 2811 E. Lake Shore Dr. Wonder Lake (815) 653-7663
Sherwin-Williams 631 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 337-0942 www.sherwin-williams.com
The Mulch Center 780 Washington, Woodstock (847) 459-7200 | mulchcenter.com Wall-Pro Painting Services (815) 206-5800 www.wallpropainting.com
INDIVIDUALS/LEADERS Bill Prim, McHenry County Sheriff 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock (815) 338-2144 www.mchenrysheriff.org
Darrin Flynn - City Council 106 N. Benton St., Woodstock
Jim Prindiville 214 West Judd Street, Woodstock (815) 276-7535 Gilberto Hernandez Cellular Sales Agent 12817 State Rt. 176, Woodstock (847) 749-7227 John Jung, Jr. - McHenry County Board-Dist. 5 8902 Robin Hill Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-6201 www.mchenrycountyil.gov State Representative Steven Reick 1072 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 880-5340 www.repstevenreick.com
INSURANCE – PERSONAL HOME & AUTO Country Financial – Bill Wilson 118 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-2950 www.countryfinancial.com
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Personal & Business Services Ferrera Insurance Agency 1216 North Seminary Ave. Suite H, Woodstock (847) 802-8408 www.ferrerainsurance.com Frisbie & Lohmeyer Insurance 131 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-3265 www.frisbielohmeyer.com Great Lakes Credit Union 180 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (800) 982-7850 | www.glcu.org Jones Insurance Services 747 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8176 www.jonesinsuranceservices.com Juanita Vega - Wela Financial 111 1/2 E. Van Buren St., Woodstock (708) 586-7000 www.welafinancial.com Liberty Mutual Insurance George Chase Mark Mitchell Insurance Agency 717 Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-1000 www.woodstock47.com Mark Mitchell State Farm Insurance Agency 717 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 334-1000 www.statefarm.com/agent/us/il/ woodstk/mark-mitchell
INSURANCE – FINANCIAL Country Financial – Bill Wilson 118 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 206-2950 www.countryfinancial.com
Juanita Vega - Wela Financial Woodstock 708-586-7000 | welafinancial.com Liberty Mutual Insurance George Chase Woodstock (847) 373-8577 www.libertymutual.com
INVESTMENTS
Edward Jones - Erik Olsen 1114 N Seminary Ave., Woodstock (815) 355-8470 www.edwardjones.com Edward Jones - Robin Alvigi 211 Dean St., Ste. 2A, Woodstock (815) 338-2911 www.edwardjones.com Exemplar Financial Network – Heidi Alten, AIF 630 Kenosha St., Walworth, WI (800) 822-3642 ext. 1268 www.exemplarfn.com
KITCHEN REMODELING/ CABINETS
Blue Ribbon Millwork 1401 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8900 www.blueribbonmillwork.com Woodstock Lumber Co. 101 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-0075 www.woodstocklumber.com
LAWN CARE/LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS
Automated Outdoor Solutions 1595 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 308-5077 www.automatedoutdoor.com Cal & Shan’s Landscape & Design 2819 Raycraft Rd., Woodstock (815) 509-1026 www.calandshans.com Langton Snow Solutions DBA Langton Group 4510 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 338-2630 www.langtongroup.com Nierman Landscape & Design 1317 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-8873 www.niermanland.com
The Mulch Center 780 Washington, Woodstock (847) 459-7200 | mulchcenter.com
MARKETING CONSULTANTS
Wonder Lake State Bank 7526 Hancock Dr., Wonder Lake (815) 728-8000 www.thestatebankgroup.com
MULCH
The Mulch Center 780 Washington St., Woodstock (847) 459- 7200 www.mulchcenter.com
Carrigan Design Belvidere (815) 703-8099 www.carrigandesign.com Group D360 111 ½ E. Van Buren, 2nd Floor Woodstock (815) 261-1998 www.groupd360.com TurnKey Digital, LTD 112 N. Benton St., 2nd Floor Woodstock (815) 334-9300 www.turnkeydigital.com
PAINTING CONTRACTORS Wall-Pro Painting Services 961 Pleasant St., Woodstock (815) 206-5800 www.wallpropainting.com
PAYROLL SERVICES
NBaldwin Company 330 E. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 206-5647 www.baldwincpa.net
MASONRY
Spitson Masonry, Inc. 1307 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-5913 www.spitsonmasonry.com
Nihan & Nihan Accounting & Tax Service 211 Dean St., Ste. 2B, Woodstock (815) 338-0053 | nihantax.com
MORTGAGES
America Quintana – PRMG 119 W. Calhoun Street, Woodstock (708) 238-8391 woodstock520b.prmgapp.com Advia Credit Union 975 Country Club Rd., Woodstock (815) 321-5000 | www.adviacu.org BMO Harris Bank 225 W. Jackson St., Woodstock (815) 338-6477 | harrisbank.com Great Lakes Credit Union 180 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (800) 982-7850 | www.glcu.org Home State Bank N.A. 124 S. Johnson St., Woodstock (815) 338-2000 www.homestateonline.com
PEST CONTROL
Fox Pest Control – Chicago 920 N. Ridge Ave. # A-4, Lombard (331) 642-8744 www.foxpest-illinois.com
PHOTOGRAPHY/STUDIO/ VIDEO PRODUCTION 400ft & Below Photography McHenry (815) 403-9965 400ftandbelowphotography.com
Kellwood Studio Photography Woodstock (224) 303-4020 kellwoodstudiophotography.com Vicky Long Backroads Photography (815) 307-0974 www.vlbrphotography. shootproof.com
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Personal & Business Services
PORTABLE TOILETS Pitel Septic Inc. P.O. Box 385, Ringwood (815) 385-1819 www.pitelseptic.com
PRINTERS
Copy Express,Inc. 301 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-7161 www.copyexpressyes.com Schmidt Printing 130 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 338-0222 www.schmidtprinting.net
PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS
Gold Medal Ideas, Inc. Buffalo Grove (847) 478-0041 www.goldmedalideas.com
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Factotum Property Management P. O. Box 460, Woodstock (815) 308-5310
Westward 360 129 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (773) 572-0880 www.westward360.com Willow Brook Apartments 2121 Willow Brooke Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-2383 www.cunatinc.com
PUBLIC SAFETY
Bill Prim, McHenry County Sheriff 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock (815) 338-2144 www.mchenrysheriff.org Woodstock Fire/Rescue District 435 E. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 338-2621 | www.wfrd.org
Woodstock Police Department 656 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-2131 (Non-Emergency) www.woodstockil.gov
RENTALS – EQUIPMENT AND PARTY SUPPLIES
Ralph’s General Rent-All 1390 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-3101 www.ralphsrentall.com
RESTORATION & CLEANING
A.Rose Cleaning 142R Washington St., Woodstock (815) 581-5558 www.arosecleaning.com ClearChoice Services 1002 Courtaulds Dr., Unit A Woodstock (815) 770-5727 www.clearchoiceillinois.com
ROOFING CONTRACTORS Roberts Exterior Services, LLC 2811 E. Lake Shore Dr., Wonder Lake (815) 653-7663
SAND/GRAVEL
Valley Aggregates 1505 S. Rose Farm, Woodstock (815) 337-7263 www.valleyaggregates.com
SCRAP METAL RECYCLING
Behr Iron & Metal, A Division of Alter Trading Corporation 13914 Washington St., Woodstock (815) 206-5511 www.altertrading.com
SEPTIC & SEWER
Pitel Septic Inc. 5219 Richmond Rd., Richmond (815) 385-1819 www.pitelseptic.com
SHIPPING SERVICES
The UPS Store 720 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 206-3602 www.theupsstore.com
SIGNS & BANNERS
Copy Express, Inc. 301 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock (815) 338-7161 www.copyexpressyes.com
SNOW REMOVAL
Cal & Shan’s Landscape & Design 2819 Raycraft Rd., Woodstock (815) 509-1026 www.calandshans.com Langton Snow Solutions DBA Langton Group 4510 Dean St., Woodstock (815) 338-2630 www.langtongroup.com Nierman Landscape & Design 1317 Lamb Rd., Woodstock (815) 337-8873 www.niermanland.com
SOCIAL MEDIA
Turnkey Digital, LTD 112 N. Benton St., 2nd Floor, Woodstock (815) 334-9300 www.turnkey.digital
STATIONERY
Guy’s E. Paper 1150 McConnell Rd., Woodstock (847) 669-0222 | guysepaper.com LindaGeez Cards & Gifts (815) 382-3445 www.lindageez.com
TRUCK/SPECIALTY PARTS & SERVICE
Pete Frate Line, Inc. 650 Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-5500 www.peetfrateline.com
VETERAN GROUP
Veterans Path to Hope 805 S. McHenry Ave., Ste. D Crystal Lake (815) 321-4673 veteranspathtohope.org
WEBSITE DESIGN
Carrigan Design (815) 703-8099 www.carrigandesign.com ESC! Technologies Group LLC 138 Cass St., Woodstock (847) 802-9372 www.esctechnologiesgroup.com Group D360 111 1/2 E. Van Buren, 2nd Floor Woodstock (815) 261-1998 www.groupd360.com TurnKey Digital, LTD 112 N. Benton St., 2nd Floor Woodstock (815) 334-9300 www.turnkeydigital.com
WINDOW CLEANING
A.Rose Cleaning 142R Washington St., Woodstock (815) 581-5558 www.arosecleaning.com ClearChoice Services, Inc. 1002 Courtaulds Dr, Unit A Woodstock (815) 770-5727 www.clearchoiceillinois.com
WINDOWS & DOOR
Blue Ribbon Millwork 1401 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8900 www.blueribbonmillwork.com Woodstock Lumber 101 Lake Ave., Woodstock (815) 338-0075 www.woodstocklumber.com
Arturo (Art) Flores Broker 245 McHenry Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098
815-528-5000
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Woodstock is dedicated to creating a pro-business atmosphere with public, private partnerships and collaboration where businesses can prosper, grow and expand.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
WOODSTOCK AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
The City of Woodstock Economic Development staff offers site location and project coordination assistance for retail, commercial, industrial and residential projects of all sizes. Professional staff members are available to discuss business plans, at your convenience, and ensure architects, builders and developers that projects are designed and constructed in the most timely and cost-efficient manner possible. Clear, concise unified development guidelines are made available through city staff, with valuable insights on preparing preliminary and final plans to efficiently meet approval requirements. Time and expense needed to prepare for Plan Commission, Historic Preservation Commission and City Council appearances will be minimized through initial discussions with Economic Development staff. Make your first call to Woodstock’s Economic Development team at 815-338-3176 when considering opportunities to build, expand or relocate your business or housing project to the charming community of Woodstock! Visit www. ChooseWoodstock.com for information about local incentives and a database of available properties and sites.
Chamber staff advocates for a positive, pro-business climate to foster economic growth and development. Through community events and programs the chamber connects residents and tourists with local businesses to encourage commerce and promote awareness. The Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry partners with leaders, business owners, and other not for profits to provide resources and networking opportunities conducive to business development and growth. The Woodstock Area Chamber partners with Real Woodstock to fulfill their mission to promote the City of Woodstock as an attractive location for tourism, shopping, culture, business, industry, and residence in an effort to stimulate economic development, growth, prosperity and quality of life for the City, it’s residents, visitors, employees and local businesses.
Woodstock Population
32,228
8.2%
$64,730
25,630
Population in school district boundaries
2,008
Median Household Income
Average Home Value
$200,458
1,807
BY THE NUMBERS
3,636
18%
12.3%
Graduate Degree
2,636
22.4%
1,517
Employees,
Employees,
Employees,
Employees,
Businesses in Health Services
Entities in Government
Businesses in Manufacturing
Businesses in Retail
Institutions in Education
65
166
184
Total Businesses
14,046
Some College
Employees,
63
950
Associate Degree Bachelor’s Degree
33
Total Employees
4.0%
Unemployment
Employee/Residential Population Ratio
55 (per 100 residents)
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DOING BUSINESS HERE Woodstock has a long history of successful, globally recognized manufacturers, from typewriters to pickles, along with everything in between. We are home to several multi-generational companies and our plastics, metal and wood fabrication is world class. If you are looking for a highly skilled manufacturing workforce or even a career in manufacturing, look no further.
EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES McHenry County Workforce Network 500 Russell Ct., Woodstock (815) 338-7100, Ext.2793 www.mchenrycountyil.gov
Claussen Pickle Company (KraftHeinz) 1300 Claussen Drive, Woodstock (815) 206-2726 www.myfoodandfamily.com/ brands/claussen
MBI 227 W. Judd St., Woodstock (815) 880-5226 | www.mbistaffing.com
EMTECH Machining & Grinding, Inc. 911 Rail Dr., Unit A, Woodstock (815) 338-1580 www.emtechmachining.com
Sustainable Staffing Inc. 719 Ridgeview Dr., Ste. A, McHenry (815) 560-0037 sustainablestaffinginc.com
Ethereal Confections 140 Cass St., Woodstock (815) 687-0320 www.etherealconfections.com
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
MANUFACTURING
AdvanTech Plastics LLC. 2500 S. Eastwood Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-8383 www.advantechplastics.com Berry Global 1008 Courtalds Ct., Woodstock (815) 334-9706 | berryglobal.com Boss Straw 1150 McConnell Rd., Woodstock (847) 669-0222 www.bossstraw.com Charter Dura-Bar 2100 W. Lake Shore Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-7800 www.charterdura-bar.com
Holzlager Brewing Company 150 S. Eastwood Dr. Unit F Woodstock (815) 308-5901 www.holzlagerbrewing.com Kishwaukee Brewery, Inc. 1900 Dillard Ct., Woodstock (815) 308-5232 www.kishwaukeebrewing.com Land Air Sea Systems, Inc. 2040 Dillard Ct., Woodstock (815) 462-8100 | www.landairsea.com MAC Automation Concepts, Inc. 1760 Kilkenny Court, Woodstock (815) 337-3000 www.macautomation.com Phoenix Woodworking Corporation 2000 Duncan Place, Woodstock (815) 338-9338 www.phoenixwoodworking.com
Rush Creek Distilling 1501 W. Diggins St., Harvard (815) 943-7874 www.rushcreekdistilling.com ShadowView Brewing 2400 Lake Shore, Woodstock (815) 308-5600 www.ShadowViewBrewing.com Silver Prairie Natural Soap Company 124 Cass Street, Woodstock 815-403-6931 www.silverprairiesoap.com Woodstock Sterile Solutions, Inc. 2210 Lake Shore Dr., Woodstock (815) 338-9500 www.woodstocksterilesolutions.com
BUSINESS RESOURCES
McHenry County College Training and professional education is available through the SHAH Center. MCC meets the continuing education needs of professionals through customized contract training and a variety of short courses, seminars and workshops. Visit www.shahcenter.mchenry.edu. Small Business Development Center (SBA) Services include training, grant assistance, financial and planning assistance, workshops and seminars, export assistance, and more — all offered at The Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane in McHenry. www.shahcenter.mchenry.edu/sbdc
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Navigating the real estate industry is trickier than ever! Kim McCallister GRI, SFR, e-PRO 815.355.7597
Kim@KimMcCallister.com McCallisterRealEstate.com
Even with 25+ years helping buyers and sellers, last year’s market was like none I’ve every seen! Using those years of experience in conjunction with newly learned tools of the trade, together we can safely and efficiently accomplish your real estate goals. Buying, selling, or leasing a home, land or commercial property, I will help guide you through the process.
Call, text or email me to discuss your plans today. 112 Cass Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 ©2021 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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ADVERTISER INDEX Advia Credit Union...................................... 39 All Seasons Orchard.................................... 21 Anime and Things........................................ 36 Arturo Flores Team Brokered By eXp Realty.......................... 78 Baxter’s Pet Depot....................................... 35 Behr Iron & Metal......................................... 63 Berkshire Hathaway – Bellairs..................... 71 Berkshire Hathaway – McCallister.............. 81 Berry Global ................................................ 27 Blain’s Farm & Fleet..................................... 37 Blue Ribbon Millwork.................................. 57 Blue Thistle................................................... 33 Campion Curran Law, P.C........................... 3 Cathy Henricks – Baird & Warner............... 74 Cesaroni’s Café & Deli................................. 44 Cherry Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast................ 29 City Square Dental....................................... 66 Clearbrook.................................................... 25 Conway Dental............................................. 67 Copy Express, Inc......................................... 37 Cor Jesu........................................................ 21 Curated by D&A........................................... 30 Doreen T. Paluch, P.C................................... 58 Edward Jones – Erik Olsen......................... 82 Edward Jones – Robin Alvigi...................... 29 Ehrke Appliance........................................... 33 Family Dentistry of Woodstock.................. 65 Ferrera Insurance Agency........................... 75 Flores Banquets........................................... 22 Frisbie & Lohmeyer Insurance.................... 34
Gary Lang Auto Group................................ 84 Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County.................................. 81 Habitat for Humanity ReStore..................... 53 Harmony Falls Massage Clinic................... 65 Hattie & Myrt................................................. 33 Heartland Realtor Organization................. 67 Hempstock Pharms...................................... 6 Holzlager Brewing Company..................... 40 Isabel’s Family Restaurant........................... 40 Justen Funeral Homes................................. 49 Kim Keefe’s Team Open Doors..............Map Kingston Lanes............................................. 14 LindaGeeze Cards & Gifts........................... 32 Lisa Jesse, RE/MAX Plaza............................ 53 Marian Central Catholic High School........ 61 Mark Mitchell – State Farm Insurance Agency.................................... 59 MBI Staffing.................................................. 23 McHenry County College........................... 64 McHenry County Fair................................... 26 Mercyhealth Woodstock............................. 83 Murphy’s Flooring........................................ 51 My Little Bow Peeps Shop........................... 31 Napoli Pizza.................................................. 42 Naturally McHenry County.......................... 23 NBaldwin Company..................................... 76 Niko’s Red Mill Tavern................................. 42 Northwestern Medicine.............................. 2 Offsides Sports Bar & Grill.......................... 41 OrthoIllinois.................................................. 65
Pitel Septic, Inc............................................. 24 Quality Water Conditioning........................ 24 Read Between the Lynes....................... 36, 40 Real Woodstock......................................13,15 Reichert Chevrolet Buick............................. 33 Rosati’s Pizza................................................. 43 Saunders Funeral Home & Crematory...... 5 Sherwin-Williams......................................... 53 Sofie’s Whiskey & Wine............................... 46 St. Mary Catholic Church............................. 73 St. Mary Catholic School............................. 62 Studio D Jewelers........................................ 35 T-Mobile........................................................ 11 The Double Yolk Cafe.................................. 44 The Thoughtfulness Shop........................... 31 Three Brothers Restaurant.......................... 45 Turnkey Digital, LTD..................................... 77 Valley Aggregates........................................ 70 Verlo Mattress Factory................................. 7 Veterans Assistance Commission.............. 10 Wall-Pro Painting Services........................... 73 Warp Corps.................................................. 57 Westward 360.............................................. 57 Wonder Lake Bicycle................................... 18 Woodstock CUSD 200................................ 61 Woodstock Country Club........................... 17 Woodstock Farmer’s Market....................... 37 Woodstock Lumber Co............................... 52 Woodstock Opera House........................... 25 Your Sister’s Tomato.................................... 44
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Mercyhealth Woodstock From pediatrics to vascular surgery, Mercyhealth Woodstock’s primary care and specialty care doctors take care of all your family’s health care needs. We offer many services, including: • Chiropractic services • Diabetes care and education • Dietitian services • Family medicine • Full-service pharmacy • Gastroenterology (adult and pediatric) • General surgery • Heart and vascular care
• Internal medicine • Laboratory • Massage therapy • Neurology and memory care • Obstetrics and gynecology • Occupational health • Occupational therapy • Ophthalmology
• Orthopedics • Orthotics and prosthetics • Pediatrics • Physical therapy • Podiatry • Radiology • Urology • Vascular surgery
Urgent Care
Monday-Friday, 8 am-6 pm Saturday-Sunday, 8 am-4 pm Call for holiday hours (815) 337-1544 Our urgent care is available to treat illnesses or injuries such as minor allergic reactions, minor and small burns, ear pain, headache and fever, vomiting, diarrhea and sore/strep throat, plus remove sutures and check wounds. Skip the waiting room—reserve your spot in line at our urgent care by visiting mercyinquicker.org.
Mercyhealth Woodstock 2000 Lake Ave. (815) 337-7100 (888) 983-7100 mercyhealthsystem.org
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