Historic quilts from the collection of the McHenry County Historical Society will be on display from Jan. 7 to Feb. 3 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St. […]
With Groundhog Day falling on a Sunday in 2020, big crowds are expected again for Woodstock’s annual Groundhog Days Festival. “Weekends are better,” festival Chairman Rick Bellairs said, noting last […]
The Jolly Old Elf and Mrs. Elf are getting the sleigh ready and hoping lots of interest groups, businesses, and community members will join them for Woodstock’s annual Santa Parade, […]
The Woodstock Opera House – have you been? It’s an amazing place, built in 1889, and has an incredible history as the centerpiece of the city of Woodstock. Many readers, […]
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