Wonder Lake Area Events
Perpetual Rock Garden
Make a lasting impression at the Ski Team Beach! Be part of our history by adding to the Ski Team’s “Perpetual Rock Garden.” Located along the drive down to the Ski Team beach, (between the drive and the lakeside wall), a “Perpetual Rock Garden.” will be created around a new flagpole, which is a gift from the Booster Club. Phase one of this garden is to be completed by August 30, 2009. To make a donation and be part of phase one of the “Perpetual Rock Garden”, download the form, and submit to Patti Hartmann by Sunday, July 5, 2009.
Wonder Lake Ski Team
The Wonder Lake Ski Team performs many Friday nights at 7 PM during the summer season, check our Event Calendar for their next show. This year's special event is the 50th Anniversary Show scheduled for 4 PM Sunday 9/6. Visit their website for more information.
2009 Relay For Life
This year's Relay takes place on Saturday, June 27th, 2009 at McHenry Township Park. A great community team-building opportunity for your friends and family to participate in. For more information call Diane Etten at 815-385-9212, or visit LINK
4th of July Parade
Saturday, July 4th, is a special day in Wonder Lake, with many events planned for the community;
- Flag Raising Ceremony @ Triangle 1pm
- Parade Begins Christ the King Church @ 1:30pm
- KIDS ZONE –Next to Chamber - Pony rides, basket ball shoot, obstacle course, duck pond, & face painting! 11-4pm
- Food & Vendor Booths at Dockside
- Bingo on Dockside’s deck 2:00-4:00pm
- E. Side Fire Dept. Open House at 3:00pm
- Ski show! At Center Beach 4:00pm
- FIREWORKS BEGIN AT DARK!
Questions? Call the Chamber @ (815) 728-0682. Be part of the festivities by joining the 4th of July Parade. This years' theme is 'Golden Memories' and the parade will begin at 1:30PM. All entries must be decorated. Download the Parade Entry Form, include your entry fee ($20) and mail or drop off at the Chamber office at 7602 Hancock Drive. Deadline for parade entries is June 30th. Download
Fiesta Days
Fiesta Days in McHenry this year are July 10th- 25th. The Music Fest begins July 10th in Peterson Park, and this year's music includes the Gin Blossoms on July 11th. Visit their website for a full event schedule.
