Life + Culture

Gratitude and Giving

How Generosity Enriches Our Lives and Communities Article by Katie Bobrow As we approach the season of giving, it's the perfect time to reflect on how deeply intertwined generosity and gratitude are, and how they impact both individuals and the community. In McHenry County, we see this connection through the work of nearly 2,000 nonprofits that rely on the kindness of community members to keep their doors open and their missions alive. The Community Foundation for McHenry County is at the...

Life + Culture

Rooted in Compassion

A couple’s journey of giving back and creating lasting impact in their community Article by Patti Noble | Photography by Sharmila Taylor We’ve all heard a version of the saying, what we give to others often returns to us in unexpected and deeper, more fulfilling, ways. But how many of us have actually put that belief to the test?    With busy schedules, family responsibilities, and endless to-do lists, it’s easy to push helping others aside. Yet, for Marilyn and Paul Georgy, giving back is...

Food + Beverage

A Cornucopia of Gratitude and Virtue

In cultures around the world, and dating back as far as 3000 years, a horn of plenty and abundance adorns tables across the globe. Article by Klaudia Burian | Photography by David Bradburn and Klaudia Burian A cornucopia's personality and gifts are uniquely native to the region, represented by a diverse collection from the land. She is often filled with flowers and fruit, to celebrate and show gratitude for the harvest, the gracious receipt of nourishment from what was sown. As the year...

Food + Beverage

Chilled Cheers to Sip and Savor

Crystal Lake Junction shares their tasty recipes. Stop in or test your skills at home! Article by Patti Noble | Photography by Grace Jackson Junction New York Sour A twist on the original New York Sour with a striking visual element and a balance of sweet, sour, and fruity notes. Ingredients: 1.5 oz Crown Royal whiskey 2 oz lemon juice 2 oz simple syrup (see our recipe in the February issue) Pinot Noir Directions: 1.  Fill a short Collins glass with ice. 2.  Add whiskey, lemon...