# Event Details - **Event Name**: Gold Star Remembrance Day - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Gold Star Remembrance Day honors families who lost loved ones in military service with heartfelt gatherings.About this EventJoin Us for Gold Star Remembrance Day!Come together in person to honor and remember McHenry County's brave heroes for Gold Star Remembrance Day. It's a heartfelt gathering where we pay tribute to those who've come from our communities and made the ultimate sacrifice from the First World War onwards. Expect inspiring moments, stories shared, and a chance to connect with others who cherish these memories. We will also be dedicating the McHenry County Gold Star Flag and Grave Marker. Let's unite to honor and celebrate courage, love, and legacy. Don't miss out on this meaningful day — see you there!The doors will open at 12:00pm for people to browse the plethora of flag displays from the various eras. The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note there will be a brief intermission.Light snacks will be provided. Drinks available for purchase.Highlights of the day include:· Hearing Gold Star Mother and renowned TEDx speaker Holly Higgins share her story· Learning about the Eternal Grave Marker· Unveiling and dedicating the custom-made Gold Star flag· Hearing community representatives read the names of the county’s fallenWe would like to thank all our Platinum Star Goods in Kind SponsorThe Dole MansionThanking our Silver Star Goods in Kind SponsorRenee's of RidgefieldWe are appreciative to our Bronze Star Sponsors:The Eskridge FamilyAmerican Legion Eugene Drill Post 606 Hebron, ILHebron TownshipThankful to our Bronze Star Goods in Kind Sponsors216 Creator Studios3 Chefs CateringTexas RoadhouseSpecial thanks to all other sponsors and volunteers who have put endless hours into preparing for this event to honor our Gold Star Heroes and families. If you would like to sponsor this event, please contact Veteransnetworkassc@gmail.com for details. Accepting Sponsorship until Aug 28, 2026.To donate for this event visit Zeffy:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/gold-star-remembrance-day-eventor mail check (write Gold Star in memo) toVeterans Network AssociationP.O.Box 995Crystal Lake, IL 60039A website, McHenry CountyGold Star Legacies, has been created to honor those fallen with a connection to McHenry County.Please see link below:mchenrycountygoldstarlegacies.comThis special day is a collaborated effort hosted by (alphabetically):*The American Legion Post 141*Blue Star Banner Program*Galvanized Iron*McHenry County Marine Corps League*Traditional Service Flags*Veterans Network Association - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crystal-lake/gold-star-remembrance-day/100001980139548694 - **Event Categories**: remembrance-day, nonprofit, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The Dole - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Crystal Lake - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: The Dole - **lat**: 42.229776 - **long**: -88.34369199999999 - **full address**: The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Gold Star Remembrance Day - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/461228daba6ba6514308ec6bc4b007ddbf7ed1bd838b31456e9b5304c39d0ca0-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcf8f8f0-gmir.jpg?v=1774640772 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Gold Star Remembrance Day being held? - **A:** Gold Star Remembrance Day takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Gold Star Remembrance Day? - **A:** Gold Star Remembrance Day is organized by Veterans Network Association. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Gold Star Remembrance Day is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Crystal Lake, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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