by Cheryl | Sep 16, 2026 | places we PLAY
Fall fun doesn’t have to cost a fortune! Some of our favorite fall adventures are completely FREE, from colorful hikes and StoryWalks to fall festivals, farm events and seasonal fun. If you’re looking for budget-friendly ways to enjoy fall with the family, I’ve...
by Cheryl | Aug 31, 2024 | places we PLAY
Have you ever seen sunflowers bathed in golden light? Head to Von Bergen’s Sunflower Festival to witness the magic. It’s been ages since we last visited, and there’s no better time to return than during their extended Golden Hours. Just before...
by Cheryl | Apr 14, 2022 | places we PLAY
One thing we love about living in McHenry County is that there are no shortage of farms! As such, it’s always a treat to visit farms. I had heard wonderful things about Hephzibah Farms in Hebron and couldn’t wait to take the kids for a private tour. So...
by Cheryl | Jul 25, 2020 | places we PLAY
I can’t get enough sunflowers. They are the epitome of summertime. Bright, happy and free. After our visit last year to Von Bergen’s Sunflower Maze, we couldn’t wait to return this year. Although we live in way different times, I thought I’d...
by Cheryl | Aug 1, 2019 | places we PLAY
**We revisited in 2020 — read about the changes and our experience here. Did you know you can see sunflowers in McHenry County? When I first heard that Von Bergen’s County Market had a sunflower maze, we were all ready we couldn’t wait to visit. The...
