Welcome to Crystal Lake, Illinois
Coldwell Banker Primus Welcomes you to
Crystal Lake, Illinois
Crystal Lake is located 50 miles northwest of Chicago, a short drive from O'Hare International Airport, near major highways and interstates. The Union Pacific Rail Line provides easy access to downtown Chicago.
Crystal Lake's vibrant, historic downtown is home to over 170 businesses, including specialty stores, restaurants, and services which can be found within easy walking distance of each other. In the late 1800s Crystal Lake enjoyed nationwide fame through the manufacture of architectural terra cotta and TECO pottery. Downtown has several building adorned with this locally produced terra cotta including the newly renovated Raue Center for the Arts .
Crystal Lake boasts 2 of the very best public school systems in the region. 9 public grade schools, 3 Junior High Schools, parochial & private schools.
High School District 155 consists of 4 high schools, 3 that are in Crystal Lake.
Crystal Lake Central, Crystal Lake South & Prairie Ridge High School.
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McHenry County Community College provides credit and non-credit educational and training opportunities as well as special events for close to 60,000 participants annually. The college serves the 5th most rapidly growing county in Illinois
One of Crystal Lakes greatest attractions is its public park system.
Over 1600 acres of parks and open space including Veteran Acres Park and Lippold Park and the crown jewel, the 230 Acre Crystal Lake,
consisting of 2 beaches for year round fun.
When in the area, visit us at 451 Coventry Lane, Crystal Lake, IL. We'd love to meet you!
Chicks with Sticks Promo Video
Chicks with Sticks will be performing at the event:
An Evening of Percussion on Sat, February 20, 7pm – 9pm
At the Raue Center For The Arts, 26 North Williams Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, United States
Packed with energy and excitement, this event will also feature performances by the Crystal Lake Strikers All-Star Drumline!
Blues Travel (9 of 10) at the Raue Center For he Arts in Crystal Lake 8-21-2011 100_1245.MP4
Blues Traveler (9 of 10) at the Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake Sunday 8-21-2011. The boys were joined by Crystal Bowersox runner up on American Idol. Crystal jammed with John and blew the roof off the Raue. TERRIFIC !!
Raue Center Theater: People of The Raue
VES Creative: a Chicago video production agency.
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The Raue Center For The Arts is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts. Today, Raue Center enthusiastically brings you the opportunity to witness contemporary, vibrant performing arts on a state-of-the-art stage. These performances provide people with the unique opportunity to connect with an audience in a truly intimate and exhilarating space. For more information, please visit
Sage Studio: Theatre Classes and Workshops
Sage Studio at Raue Center For The Arts offers acting and theatre classes and workshops to kids aged 7-18. All classes are taught by working theatre professionals and is extremely affordable.
More information: rauecenter.org
Thinking Out Loud - Chicagoland Voices
Live performance at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL on May 18th, 2015
1988 hob nob crystal lake dart shoot out
1985 era Hob NoB dart shoot out
Larkin High Basketball: Crystal Lake Central December 3 1988
This is another game from Larkin phenom Randy Engel's sophomore and Fred Versluys' senior season. It was a close game until Larkin put it away in the fourth quarter.
Final: Larkin 72 Crystal Lake Central 62
You Are The Music - Chicagoland Voices
Live performance at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL on May 18th, 2015
Crystal Lake Strikers : All Star Drumline - Striker Groove
The Crystal Lake Strikers All-Star Drum Line plays Striker Groove at the Raue Center for the Arts An Evening of Percussion on February 20th, 2010. This drum line is comprised of drummers from the 4 high schools in District 155, including Crystal Lake South, Prairie Ridge, Crystal Lake Central & Cary-Grove High School.
BEEHIVE: The 60s Musical presented by Williams Street Rep
Beehive includes 40 beloved hits that take you on a fast-paced, light-hearted and memorable look back at the girl groups and soloists of the period. Through song, the women of “Beehive” document the dramatic changes that America underwent during the ‘60s with a familiar beat that will have you dancing in your seats.
Show Dates:
July 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31| Aug 1 @ 8p
July 19, 26 | Aug 2 @ 3p
wsrep.org
Crystal Lake Central IHSA Cheer Finals 2015
via YouTube Capture
True Light - Chicagoland Voices
Live performance at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL on May 18th, 2015
The National Piano Conference at Raue Center
Founded in 2012 by Mrs. Bobbi Paul, Mr. Tim Paul and Raue Center executive director, Richard Kuranda, the National Piano Conference at Raue Center is a celebration of the music and artistry if the piano. It is the only conference of its kind in the Midwest and prides itself on exceptionally curated performances and artists.
The conference runs the last weekend of every June.
For more information and to see this year's events, please go to The National Piano Conference website at
CONVERGENCE Winterguard The Journey
2nd season competition performance
You're The Boss Victor Trevino Jr. & Laura West as Elvis & Ann-Margret- Elvis Week 2018
Victor Trevino Jr. & Laura West as Elvis & Ann-Margret
Performing You're The Boss at Elvis Week 2018
Kwick Production's Hollywood to Las Vegas Show
Halloran Centre at the Orpheum Theatre, Memphis TN
Captured by Eva Brand Media Group
Richard Marx @ the Raue Feb 17, 2017
Playing Hazard in Crystal Lake IL
IL Montini IL Crystal Lake Central 1986 FB 5 min
Crystal Lake Strikers Perform
07/17/2010, before the parade on Fiesta Day.