This Pump-It-Up offers party packages, special events, structured and unstructured play programs, art programs and fun corporate events. This location of the franchise has two separate jump rooms—one with three and one with four large bounce houses that are cleaned before and after every play session. There are also other types of party rooms. Pop-in playtime hours for individual children vary, so be sure to check the website. Pump-It-Up is located on the southeast corner of Pingree and Rakow Roads, with the entrance off Pingree Road.
The McHenry County Music Center, which was founded in 1980, is now located in the historic Dole Mansion. Classically decentralized, yet conveniently accessible, the center is home to youth orchestras, group and private music lessons, and a plethora of music studios. Once the home of Crystal Lake's own Dole family, the mansion still retains it's Victorian era feel with modern cultural overtones. Additionally, all sorts of art-related disciplines can be found here.
Soldner Fine Art Studio is owned by artist Jeanine Hill-Soldner--it is a full working-artist studio hosting original paintings, drawings, commissions, portraits and landscapes, often in oil and acrylic mediums. Art classes are available for junior high-aged students to adults.
Lakeside Legacy Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring the historic Dole Mansion. Housed on this 12-acre plot, the mansion features an arts and education community center. The center displays works by local artists and offers a range of programs for adults, kids and seniors. The center also features a recording studio and hosts festivals and shows throughout the year. The site is available for educational and corporate functions and private events.
Greg Hubbard has been a Comedy Magician for the past 20 years. Being a local resident, he has done thousands of birthday parties, corporate events for large companies such as Motorola and more. If you're looking for entertainment to fill a spot at your party, gathering or event, he will make sure everyone has a magical time.
The Radio Station Center, located behind MCC just off route 14, features Star 105.5, 103.9, and Wait AM 850. Their central satellites are all at this location as well as their promotional vehicles and office staff. Support is there Monday thru Friday, but they are on air 7 days a week.
Built in 1858, the Colonel Palmer house is the historic home of Gustavus and Herietta Palmer and his wife. Located on two acres of property, the neo-classical revival-style house is open to the public and offers group tours. Visit the Colonel Palmer House website for more information about the landmark.
Music Makers for Life has been open for four years. It gives lessons on piano, voice, drums, guitar, violin, harp, woodwinds and brass. Lessons are held in individual rooms and are by appointment only. Lessons are offered for age 2 through adult and students from beginner through "extremely advanced" are welcome.
A-AAA Sound Sensation is operated by Matthew Bolda and his wife Jeannie and is a DJ entertainment service that has been running for nearly 20 years. The DJs play music at events and act as emcee, and their venues include weddings, anniversaries, corporate events, dances and other parties. In addition to the music package, it also offers photography and videography services.
Located within the quaint Brink Street Market shops, Color Me Mine is a paint-your-own pottery studio that offers dozens of colors and plenty of unique already-made pieces to choose from. Color Me Mine hostsbirthday parties, bachelorette parties and free-time painting, as well as classes, and it can do community fundraisers. Check the website for upcoming events and contests.
Raue Center for the Arts is a non-profit organization specializing in theater productions. It offers a wide variety of shows from dance to opera, modern plays, and more. Summer internships are available for those interested in pursuing a career in the performing arts.