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This week’s Pet of the Week is Jenny. To find out more information about adopting Jenny, please contact Assisi Animal Foundation at 815.455.9411. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

MCTV takes a look at Young Masters Martial Arts studio in Woodstock, a sport for families and all ages.

This week's Pets of the Week are Bijou and Bangel. To find out more information about adopting Bijou and Bangel, please contact Assisi Animal Foundation at 815.455.9411. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

Irish dancing is filled with tradition and history, and the McNulty School of Irish Dance brings that rich culture to McHenry County. Check out the energy and mesmerizing footwork of the group this St. Patrick’s Day, and find out more about the school in the March edition of McHenry County Magazine.

This week’s Pet of the Week is Winston. To find out more information about adopting Winston, please contact Assisi Animal Foundation at 815.455.9411. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

Find out how a fermenting accident in the early 1980s created the most-sold wine in the U.S. in 1988 - white zinfandel.

Andy Andresky, owner of 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake, shares the history of zinfandel. This wine began in Europe and is now an American favorite.

Exceed Flooring and Surfaces in Crystal Lake shares the highlights of their 40,000-square-foot showroom and a free do-it-yourself workshop they will host March 20. For more on Exceed Flooring, see the article in the March edition of McHenry County Magazine.

This week’s Pet of the Week is Cookie. To find out more information about adopting Cookie, please contact Helping Paws Animal Shelter at 815.338.4400. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

Dr. Daniel V. Strelcheck Jr., chief of staff at Strelcheck Chiropractic Clinic in Crystal Lake, shares tips on the symptoms of chronic pain, what causes it and how to treat it naturally.

This week’s Pet of the Week is Sammy. To find out more information about adopting Sammy, please contact Helping Paws Animal Shelter at 815.338.4400. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

This week's Pets of the Week are Champ and Connie. To find out more information about adopting Champ and Connie, please contact Helping Paws Animal Shelter at 815.338.4400. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

Area barbershop quartet the Clef Hangers has been romancing Valentine’s Day audiences since 1988. See what makes them and other quartets so romantic.

Give your house a fresh look by using items you already own. Jeff Rice, owner of Decor Designs Inc. in Crystal Lake, offers tips on how to create a warmer, more cohesive room. Tips include clearing the room first, then choosing a focal point and warming up the space by adding a botanical element.

Ron Keable and Mary Hermann, owners of K-Star Fitness in Lake in the Hills, share tips for staying in shape, including keeping track of your progress, having a goal and the No. 1 factor - nutrition.

This week's Pet of the Week is Rigo. To find out more information about adopting Rigo, please contact Helping Paws Animal Shelter at 815.338.4400. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

This week's Pet of the Week is Murphy. To find out more information about adopting Murphy, please contact Helping Paws Animal Shelter at 815.338.4400. Please note that this pet may have already been adopted. Please contact the shelter for more information.

In Part 2, Andy Andresky (owner of 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake) talks about wines from Italy and near Portugal in Spain. The wine from Spain comes from Mencia vines, which are typically 30 to 100 years old.

Andy Andresky, owner of 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake, shares three wines that go well with food, as well as the four levels of Valpolicella wines.

Andy Andresky, owner of 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake, discusses three styles of port wines.

Discover the benefits of tai chi - particularly for seniors. Tai chi can help improve your mental and physical health.

Learning to read is always better with a friend. That's what local children are learning as they participate in the Read to the Dogs Program at the Crystal Lake Public Library. The program lets kids interact with and read to therapy dogs.

1776 owner Andy Andreski, shares some tips on choosing the best wines for your holiday gatherings. Andy has all the varieties that are sure to make your party a hit!

Kids learn to bake holiday cookies with owner and chef at 1776.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck Jr. shares with viewers the term 'The Wellness Revolution' and what it means for your health.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck Jr. shows viewers the danger signs of an injury and tips to prevent long term damage.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Video from the Sing-Along Messiah performance held at the Raue Center on 12/12/2009. Featuring the Voices in Harmony, and the McHenry County College Chorus. With soloists Kristen Leslie (soprano), Buffy Baggot (mezzo-soprano), Peder Reiff (tenor), and Richard Ziebarth (baritone-bass). Conducted by Steven Szalaj.

Jeff Rice of Decor Designs gives his 12 steps to trimming the perfect Christmas Tree.

Diana Kenney, president of the Crystal Lake Historical Society, shares a sneak peek of the annual Christmas Candlelight Tour at the Colonel Palmer House.

Videographer Amanda Schwengel tries out the Presidential Physical Fitness tests with fifth-graders at Greenwood Elementary School in Woodstock.

Owner of Decor Designs, Jeffrey Rice, shows you how to make a seasonally inspired centerpiece and more autumn inspirations.

Owner of Decor Designs, Jeffrey Rice, shows you how to create spooky scene in your home for Halloween.

Andy Andresky teaches you how to properly uncork wines.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck Jr. walks viewers through a typical introductory visit to Strelcheck Chiropractic Clinic in Crystal Lake.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip in and out of stores throughout Algonquin and Lake In The Hills. Tag along, and see all the great shopping experiences, west of Randall Rd!

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Wickham Interiors in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Thomas' Tails in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Out of the Box in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Lloyd's Paint and Paper Inc. in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into La Bellissima in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Howell's Gifts and KaleidoScoops in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Heisler's Bootery in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

Host Monica Skylling takes viewers on a shopping trip into Dalzell and Co. Jewelers in downtown Crystal Lake, IL.

A video tour of Mainstay Therapeutic Riding Program in Richmond, which was included in the Healing Through Animals article in the September issue.

McHenry County Magazine wine columnist Andy Andresky talks about Conchord grapes.

Jeff Rice, owner of Decor Designs, shares several steps on how to choose wall color when decorating a room.

McHenry County Magazine catches up with Jen, Joan and Hank Wilkins to find out more about what life is like in their not-so-empty nest.

McHenry County Magazine wine columnist Andy Andresky discusses the importance of decanting wine.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A silent short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A digital portrait made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film set to music made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A digital portrait made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision short film made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision movie made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A short film made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision video made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

An instructional video made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

An advertisement for a new product made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A digital portrait made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A digital portrait made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A circus vision film created on a cell phone made by participants in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A digital portrait of a 21st birthday party made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

A black and white movie made by a participant in the Sage Studio Film Bootcamp and mini-Project Accessible Hollywood (PAH) held in July at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.

Jeff Rice, owner of Decor Designs, shares several steps on how to redesign a room using items you already have.

A video tour of the former German Lutheran Church School House in Crystal Lake, which was moved to College Street, split and converted into two homes.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck discusses five common mistakes people make after sustaining an injury.

McHenry County Magazine wine columnist Andy Andresky offers a lesson on how to taste red wine.

McHenry County Magazine talks with Centegra personal trainer Kathie Clark and takes a look at Centegra’s Bridge to Weight Loss group in Huntley.

Custom marble counter-top maker Marble Tech takes McHenry County Magazine on an inside tour of its Crystal Lake showroom and warehouse.

A video tour of Dan and Cheri Gould’s “Home Sweet Barn,“ which is detailed in May’s cover story.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck discusses migraine headaches.

McHenry County Magazine wine columnist, Andy Andresky, shares his expertise on tasting chocolate with wine.

Artists from around the county have been working on the Horses of a Different Color project put on by Main Stay Therapeutic Riding Program, of Richmond.

An inside look at the Infant CPR class offered by Centegra Health Systems as featured in McHenry County Magazine’s April edition article, Prenatal education extends to whole family.

A look at GardenFest 2009 on April 4 at McHenry County College. The expo featured local vendors and educational seminars that complement McHenry County Magazine’s April garden and landscaping features.

Dr. Daniel Strelcheck shares his expertise on chronic pain conditions and sleep in the premiere episode of Vital Signs video blog.

Sue Dobbe, owner of Dobbe Marketing in Crystal Lake, chats with McHenry County Magazine Editor Jennifer Zegler to talk more about April’s cover story on local mompreneurs.

The first episode of Andy Andresky’s video blog discusses How To Taste White Wine. For more from Andy, read his column under the Home and Lifestyle tab.

Two of the cover story’s featured mompreneurs, Linda Matthias and Jacquie Jenkins, chat about balancing motherhood with their Crystal Lake meal preparation business, Simply Homemade.

Kim Meier, president of KLM Builders of Spring Grove, talks about the new rec room designs his company has been building.