Tag: Community Highlights

Celebrate National Take a Hike Day: Explore Woodstock’s Scenic Fall Trails

By Heather Arnold on Oct. 30, 2025

Get ready to lace up your hiking shoes because National Take a Hike Day is coming up on November 17! Woodstock, IL is the perfect place to celebrate with scenic trails, peaceful ponds, and colorful fall foliage. Whether you’re looking for a post-Thanksgiving stroll, a family-friendly walk, or a…

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9 Must-See Instagram Spots in Woodstock, IL

By Heather Arnold on Sep. 29, 2025

Don’t leave Woodstock without capturing these must-see spots! From colorful murals and quirky landmarks to historic icons that glow in every season, our Top 9 Instagram-Worthy Spots will have you snapping, tagging, and exploring the charm of the Square and beyond. Plan your photo adventure and make…

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Kid-Approved Adventures: Your Family’s Summer Day Trip to Woodstock, IL

By Heather Arnold on Jun. 27, 2025

Your Ultimate Summer Guide for Kids Looking for a memorable summer getaway that keeps both the kids and adults smiling? Just an hour northwest of Chicago, Woodstock, Illinois is a charming small town packed with fun, flavor, and family-friendly adventures. From an aquatic center and farmers market…

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Weird & Wonderful Things in Woodstock: Part 2

By Maddy Neubauer on Feb. 14, 2025

Weird & Wonderful Things in Woodstock, Illinois Woodstock, Illinois, is more than just a charming town—it’s a place full of unique experiences, hidden gems, and quirky attractions that make it a must-visit destination. Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a visitor eager to explore…

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Weird & Wonderful Things in Woodstock: Part 1

By Maddy Neubauer on Feb. 14, 2025

Weird & Wonderful Things in Woodstock, Illinois Woodstock, Illinois, is more than just a charming town—it’s a place full of unique experiences, hidden gems, and quirky attractions that make it a must-visit destination. Whether you're a local looking for something new or a visitor eager to explore…

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Spend a Day in the Stars Hollow of Illinois

By Maddy Neubauer on Nov. 01, 2024

Feel like you’ve just stepped into Stars Hollow with a Gilmore Girls-inspired day in Woodstock, Illinois. With its cozy, character-filled charm, Woodstock brings to life the warmth and whimsy of the beloved town from the cult-classic show. Here’s your guide to a perfect fall day of “living like a…

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One Year Later: T-Mobile's Hometown Techover Champ Celebrates $3 Million Makeover With Florida Georgia Line

By Real Woodstock on Aug. 23, 2022

PUBLISHED 08-22-22 by 3BL CSR WIRE SUBMITTED BY T-MOBILE T-Mobile has officially painted the town of Woodstock, Illinois magenta. It’s been almost one year since T-Mobile crowned Woodstock, IL the winner of its Hometown Techover – a $3 million tech makeover for an American small town –…

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Hometown Harmony

By Real Woodstock on Feb. 12, 2021

“ Woodstock, next stop; my home, my block …” Maybe you’ve heard that catchy 60-second jingle from overhead speakers as you walked around the Square or while listening to Star 105 FM. “… coffee and chocolate, local shopping makes me happy ’cause I’m home with you.” When the idea of a radio jingle for…

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Real Woodstock announces the debut of “Woodstock, Next Stop”

By Real Woodstock on Dec. 01, 2020

Real Woodstock announces the debut of “Woodstock, Next Stop,” a jingle commissioned specifically for the City of Woodstock by Real Woodstock and created by Woodstock residents Scott and Bethany Fritz of Stranded on a Planet Productions. When the idea of a city jingle was raised to Real Woodstock…

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Brothers Bring Sandwiches and Coffee to the Woodstock Square

By Real Woodstock on Nov. 10, 2020

Who says all the Millennials are all moving downtown? Not only did brothers Brad and Brandon Cesaroni recently open Cesaroni's Deli in downtown Woodstock, the twenty-somethings live above the former McConnell & Hoy News Depot. "We love the Square. We can walk out our door and see the Woodstock…

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