Latest Events in Crystal Lake(March Updated)

Discover the ultimate self-defense education for women at the Women's Self Defense - Level 2 event. Join instructor Vicky Vandiver on Saturday, November 4th, from 10am to 11:30am, at the Smith Physical Therapy + Running Academy in Crystal Lake, IL. This advanced class is designed to equip females with the necessary skills to protect themselves effectively. Building upon the foundation of our Level 1 class, or any previous self-defense training, this Level 2 course focuses on self-defense techniques while on the move. It's the perfect opportunity to enhance your knowledge and ensure your safety in any situation. Women's Self Defense - Level 2 offers a comprehensive curriculum that empowers you to defend yourself confidently. This event encourages the participation of partners, so bring your running buddy, daughter, or a friend, and learn how to protect each other. The class will be held at the state-of-the-art Smith Physical Therapy + Running Academy, located at 110 W Woodstock St. Unit A, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity to enhance your self-defense skills. Secure your spot at the Women's Self Defense - Level 2 event now. Tickets are priced at $45 - $85, ensuring access for everyone. Take control of your safety and join us at this empowering event.

The Turn on the Lights Walk/Run is an event taking place in Crystal Lake, IL, USA, on January 27, 2024. Participants will have the opportunity to run or walk a distance of 2 miles, while simultaneously supporting a great cause. This event aims to raise funds for Sunbeams Uganda, with the goal of purchasing solar panels for Sunbeams Christian School. By acquiring these solar panels, the school will finally be able to have electricity, benefiting a village that currently lacks access to this basic necessity. Join the Turn on the Lights Walk/Run and experience the thrill of contributing to a cause that will have a long-lasting impact. Lace up your sneakers and gather your friends for a morning dedicated to Encouraging, Equipping, and Empowering communities in need. Even those who cannot physically attend the event can still participate as virtual walkers or runners. Every contribution, no matter how big or small, is welcome and will help bring light to the lives of students and their families in Uganda. This event will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran School, located at 300 Pathway Court, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Admission to the event is by donation. So mark your calendars and be a part of the Turn on the Lights Walk/Run, where your steps will make a difference in the lives of generations to come.

Learn expert self-defense techniques tailored for women at the Women's Self Defense event in Crystal Lake. Led by Vick Vandiver, a Kukkiwon 4th degree blackbelt Master instructor in Tae Kwon Do and Founder of Women to Women safety awareness training seminars, this 90-minute session equips participants with the skills to protect themselves in the face of potential threats. With the increasing need for women to safeguard their safety, this class focuses on empowering females of all ages, from small towns to corporate settings and college campuses. Partner up with a friend, sister, or neighbor to enhance the experience and readiness to defend oneself effectively. Join us at Smith Physical Therapy + Running Academy on April 13, 2024, located at 110 W Woodstock St. Unit A, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Secure your spot for this invaluable training opportunity, with ticket prices ranging from $45 to $85.

Experience a family-friendly evening at Light Up Lippold, a special event dedicated to celebrating youth baseball and showing support for Crystal Lake Little League. Taking place on April 27, 2024, at the Holiday Inn Chicago NW Crystal Lake Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel, located on South Illinois Route 31 in Crystal Lake, Illinois, USA. This event promises an enjoyable time for all attendees. Come together with the community to honor and encourage the young baseball players while enjoying a lively and engaging atmosphere. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie and sportsmanship as you join in the festivities at this iconic venue. Light Up Lippold presents a wonderful opportunity to connect with others and make lasting memories in the beautiful city of Crystal Lake. Mark your calendars and be a part of this memorable evening supporting the local Little League and youth baseball in the area.

Experience an evening of family-friendly entertainment at the prestigious Crystal Lake Little League 1st Annual Banquet. This grand event is dedicated to celebrating the spirit of youth baseball and showing support for the Crystal Lake Little League. Join us at the Holiday Inn Chicago NW Crystal Lake Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel, located on South Illinois Route 31 in Crystal Lake, IL, USA. Immerse yourself in the festivities on April 27, 2024, as we come together to honor the young athletes and the community's commitment to the game. Delight in a memorable evening filled with camaraderie and celebration as we recognize the achievements of our youth in baseball. Mark your calendar and be a part of this special occasion that highlights the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork in Crystal Lake.

Welcome to the Lawson-Lewis-Myles Golf Tournament! Join us for a day of fun on the greens at the beautiful 100 Crystal Lake Blvd. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Get ready to tee off, enjoy some friendly competition, and maybe even win some prizes! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow golf enthusiasts and support a great cause. Mark your calendars and get ready to swing into action at the Lawson-Lewis-Myles Golf Tournament! Information Source: South Fulton Community Lifeline Inc. | eventbrite

Saturday, March 15 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Fee: $30/single ticket $50/duo ticket (2 tickets) Brunch included Join Elizabeth Liebman, art historian and biological illustrator, and Bonnie Johnson, information security advocate and AI innovator, for a unique seminar that blends art, science, and technology. Explore the evolution of scientific drawing—from Renaissance techniques to modern AI imaging—through interactive demonstrations and activities. In this engaging seminar, participants will: • Experience freehand vs. computer-generated imaging • Engage in a Camera Lucida demonstration and prompt multiple AI imaging models • Discuss the impact of technology in the history of scientific representation • Explore biases, innovations, and accuracy in old and new imaging techniques • Limited to 20 participants–Register Now! *If any refunds are given, the buyer will cover all eventbrite fees* Information Source: McHenry County College | eventbrite

Date: Friday, April 25, 2025 Time: 5:15 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Appetizer Reception- 5:15 p.m.-5:50 p.mKatherine Gray Presents- 6:00 p.m.Meet and Greet & Dessert Reception- 7:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Ticket Price: $7 Tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before event, with the exception of eventbrite fees. Location: Building B, Luecht Auditorium Katherine Gray, world-renowned glass artist, brings her expertise to the LISI Speaker Series in an illuminating presentation on the creative technologies behind art glass. Gray will explore this compelling medium and how the interplay of light, structure, and perception transforms ordinary glass into an extraordinary artistic statement. And did you know that metal oxides developed by NASA for spacecraft windows create dazzling iridescent effects? From historical glass artifacts to cutting-edge innovations, Gray’s talk will reveal the hidden science behind this ancient yet futuristic material “I use a material that we don’t generally ‘see’: glass. It is often flawlessly clear and colourless, hence invisible in that regard, but also it can be so ubiquitous and banal that it does not register in our psyches either. It is a material that allows us unparalleled connectivity (via smart phones and fibre optics) yet also serves to separate us. To my mind, these two polarities are what set this material apart from so many others, and one of the reasons that I feel compelled to keep working with it as an artistic medium. It is both present and absent, known and unknown, and vacillating between a state of mundane familiarity and otherworldly perfection. -Katherine Gray Join us for an evening of insight, innovation, and artistry as Katherine Gray uncovers the mesmerizing science behind blown glass and its limitless creative potential. About Katherine Gray Katherine Gray is an acclaimed glass artist whose work bridges the realms of science and art. She received her undergraduate degree from the Ontario College of Art in Toronto and her MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her work has been exhibited in prestigious institutions, including the Corning Museum of Glass, the Toledo Museum of Art, and the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA. Gray is a recipient of the Libenský/Brychtová Award from the Pilchuck Glass School and has been inducted into the College of Fellows of the American Craft Council. In addition to her artistic career, she is a Professor of Art at California State University, San Bernardino, and a frequent juror and curator in the glass art world. Information Source: McHenry County College | eventbrite

Golf Day 2025 Golf Day 2025Join us as we host Golf Day 2025 at Crystal Lake Golf & Country Club in Hampton, Ga. Watch pros and top level amateurs compete for $10,000. Bring your clubs for FREE PGA CERTIFIED swing and putting analysis and FREE PGA CERTIFIED club fittings with Golf House Academy and Peach State Golf. Compete for prizes in the spectator’s long drive and putting contests. Meet local businesses within our community as you hang out with family and friends and enjoy great food. Admission is FREE for all spectators. Event begins at 9am sharp. We’ll see you all Saturday, April 26, 2025! Information Source: Swingworks Golf Inc | eventbrite

Midwest Women Riders NFP (MWR), is a 501c3 community for women only who ride their own motorcycle and for women who have a strong desire to ride their own. We promote, support and mentor all female riders from first timers to those who have been riding for many years! We welcome all makes and models of bikes. Every year, the first Saturday in May is designated as International Female Ride Day. Each year MWR hosts an event celebrating the female rider. This day brings together the sisterhood of women riders who share the passion for riding motorcycles. Our event has grown tremendously through the years, beginning in 2008 with only 15 female riders, to our event in 2024 of over 600 female riders! We are so excited to see what 2025 brings! As a community , we give back and help/support our neighbors and those in need. Our community of female riders are very generous in their giving with thousands of dollars having been presented to various designated, non-profit organizations. And we are confident that 2025 will be no different! For this year's event, we have created an exciting schedule of events for you to enjoy in a fun and relaxed environment. There will be many riding opportunities along with planned activities, workshops, vendors, guest speakers, raffle prizes, MWR loot bag and so much more! You won't want to miss the fully escorted non stop ride on Saturday followed by a sit down dinner and a celebration with a live band. You will leave feeling empowered, inspired and renewed! PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A WOMEN'S ONLY EVENT TICKETS:Early Bird Tickets will be available for $65 begining January 1, 2025 @ 6:00p and ending February 28, 2025. General Admission Tickets will be available for $80 beginning March 1, 2025 and ending April 1, 2025.TICKET SALES CLOSE ON APRIL 1, 2025 @ 6pm CST ALL ATTENDEES MUST HAVE A TICKET IN THEIR OWN NAME TO ATTEND ANY PART OF THIS EVENT. Ticket price includes access into the event beginning @ 12pm on Thursday, May 1st thru Saturday evening, May 3. PLUS all scheduled activities including rides, speakers, workshops, a MWR Loot Bag with T-shirt, patch and banquet dinner. ~PLEASE BE ADVISED TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSERABLE~ HOTELS:Get Your Groove On (GYGO) 2025 will be held at the Holiday Inn Crystal Lake Convention Center. Room blocks are available on a first come first serve basis. Please ask for the Midwest Women Riders event. https://www.ihg.com/Midwest Women Riders Additional rooms are also available at the Country Inn & Suites by Raddison, Crystal Lake. https://shorturl.at/KZQnA More details are available on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/348113559410195 A FULL EVENT ITINERARY WILL BE POSTED SOON!! Information Source: Midwest Women Riders NFP | eventbrite