There is a lot going on Patch every day–with four to seven new stories posted daily, photos and videos, profiles, news, sports, community events and more. But wait, there’s more! Now, we also want to provide you with one specific place to find a wide variety of useful, up to the minute information about Crystal Lake.

We are introducing new features beginning this Thursday, Feb. 3, to make planning your weekend and your week that much easier.

Each Thursday, we will highlight all of the following information, conveniently packaged and available right here:

Weekly Videos

See if you recognize anyone in the video montage featuring the lives of local residents from all 12 Patches in our region.

Get Out

The most comprehensive, user-friendly weekend planner will alert you to unique events and places around town. These are not to be missed events!

House Hunts

This is a column with lists and photos of Open Houses for house hunters. Use this to plan your weekend visits to properties for sale in the area.

View Finder

We’ll highlight great photo galleries of people and places within Crystal Lake. It may include community events, school talent shows or church picnics.

Patch Picks

What’s the best? The newest? The most exciting? Whatever it is, we’ll have it on Patch every week, sparking conversation and starting debates. Chime in.

Bites Nearby

Get out of the kitchen, and take yourself out to dinner. This feature will highlight one great restaurant within 30 miles of Crystal Lake. Go check it out, then come back and let us know your opinion of it.