 McHenry Township's
Blue Star Banner Program
Blue Star service banners are displayed in the front
window of a home to show the family’s
 pride
and support for their loved ones serving in the
military.
At its monthly board
meeting on December 8, 2011, McHenry Township and Beta
Sigma Phi Zeta Theta recognized 3 area families
representing 4 servicemen with a short presentation
ceremony in
which each family received a Blue Star Banner
and a special Resolution honoring the serviceman.
Presented to Dan Kinnerk, father of
SFC Michael J. Kinnerk
Presented to David & Cheryl Peake, parents of Sgt.
Daniel J. Snow
and
Sgt. Melissa Snow (husband & wife)
 Presented
to Pamela & Allen Bills, parents of AOAN Charles D.
Bills
This was the first
presentation under the newly launched program for
residents living in McHenry Township. The program honors
the soldiers and identifies the families. Banners will be
presented each month to those families who apply. For
more information or to
download an application…
Attention township residents
WINTER INDOOR WALKING PROGRAM
Tuesday, January 4 through March
McHenry Township Hall,
3703 N. Richmond Road
is open before business hours
Monday through Friday, from 7:00 to 8:30
a.m.
If the winter cold and snow keeps you
indoors,
walk away those accumulated pounds and
winter doldrums
Keep fit during the winter months. The
indoor walking program provides a protected environment
to join other walkers in healthy morning exercise,
despite the inclement weather. No costly health club
charges and no reservations are necessary.
McHenry Township Senior Center
MACHO McQUEEN MOVIE MARATHON WEEK
Monday thru Friday January 23 to 27 at 12:30 p.m.
A week-long movie marathon with free
popcorn, drinks, and all the classic Steve McQueen you can
possibly want to watch! Steve was a rebellious leading
man; once dubbed “The King of Cool”. McQueen has remained
one of the most iconic and beloved film stars of the
latter half of the 20th century.
Take this opportunity to watch those
blockbuster hits he made during the ‘50s, ‘60s,‘70s and
until his death in 1980. Steve performed many of those
daredevil stunts himself. McHenry Township Senior Center
salutes one of the legendary leading men in film history.
Thank you Cathy Quan for
sharing your movie collection.
People In Need Forum
Saturday, January 28
between 8:00 a.m. and
12:30 p.m.
McHenry
County College
Conference Center
This annual opportunity for volunteers and staff from
human service, civic, and faith-based organizations
started in 2003. The forum connects participants to
community resources and important information for those
in need.
The
half-day event includes workshops that provide practical
information to help resolve care-receiver issues.
Representatives from human service organizations are in
attendance with informational handouts on such timely
issues as utility assistance, food stamps, health care,
transportation options, homelessness, domestic violence,
legal matters, and loss of job. All participants receive a
People in Need Community Resource Directory.
Contact
information:
Bev Thomas
at
815-479-7792 or
peopleinneed@mchenry.edu
Website:
http://www.mchenry.edu/peopleinneed/index.asp
VOTER REGISTRATION
Early Voting begins February 27, 2012
You can register to vote
at the McHenry Township office.
Name change and change of address
cards are also available.
Voter Registration
is open year round except:
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During the 27-day period just
prior to election day (The General Primary is March 8, 2012.)
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During the 2 days after election
day
Bring 2 forms of identification
with your current address and a picture ID.
You may also register at the
Office of the McHenry County Clerk
667 Ware Road in Woodstock
815-334-4242
McHenry Township
RECYCLING DAY
Saturday, April 21
from 8 am to 12 noon
Services provided by
McHenry Township
Road District
for more information
call 815-385-3076
for information:
Recycling Program
Electronic Scrap
Last
updated January 20, 2012
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McHenry Township
Sledding Hill
The park offers an obstacle free
sledding run of about 300 feet.
The Sledding Hill is not supervised.
Use at your own risk.
Township is not responsible for injuries.
Sledding Hill Rules
Use only if there are
at least 2" of snow
with no grass showing.
FISH Food Pantry and
Wonder Lake Food
Pantry
WINTER SNOW CLOSINGS:
FISH Food Pantry will be closed if
the Johnsburg & McHenry schools are closed.
Wonder Lake Food Pantry will be
closed if Wonder Lake & Woodstock schools close.
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