Roots & Routes

10/31/2026

Our newest tracker map made its debut earlier this week for Hello Darling Books & Beyond's midnight release party but you'll find it in our shop this weekend! Want to track every state you've bought a book in? Or every state you visited an independent bookstore like Tina's? Here's a way to do just that! Insert little books when you've marked off that state and have the nameplate personalized just for you. Come on down to the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes to grab our newest map and mark Illinois off your list with a visit across the way with Hello Darling.

10/30/2026

Happy First Look Friday! Craft fair season is officially over and that means all of my leftover inventory is now in the shop! If you are looking for lake depth, city street or tracker maps this is THE weekend to come visit. We are fully stocked on so many things. Dog ornaments? We've got every breed right now so grab them while you can! Closing early tomorrow for Halloween but visit us early in the day or Sunday to check out all the perfect gifts for the holidays. McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes

10/30/2026

Looking for a custom map for Christmas? Time is running out! We are currently at 4-5 weeks for custom lake depth maps, tracker maps or custom ornaments right now. Make sure you come into the shop to talk to Scott about your vision or place your order on our website to secure your spot for the perfect holiday gift. We received 8 custom map orders in the last 5 days so our list is growing longer every day. Don't miss your chance to have us make something amazing for you!

10/30/2026

October is always a very busy month for our business and it was even more so this year with the store and additional events there this month too. It's never too late to carve pumpkins though! Glad we knocked them out in time. ♥️

10/29/2026

Working on it Wednesday was a bit chaotic this week. We are trying to get caught up on orders after 3 solid weeks of shows and events along with broken lasers so we busted butt on a lot of different products today and also had to knock out kid Halloween costume needs. Do I own a sewing machine? Sure do! Do I know how to use it? Absolutely not. But I got through it, did my little sew job and happily put it back in the box to live in the closet for another 6 years before I need to take it back out again. Good riddance and nothing like getting a project done right at the last minute! 😁

10/29/2026

It's crazy how far McHenry has come since we were kids! 💙

Looking for a day trip with water views, local shops and good food? Head to City of McHenry!

The McHenry Riverwalk runs along the Fox River and connects three downtown districts. Green Street has restaurants, bars and a mural worth a photo. Riverside Drive pairs local shops with waterfront dining. Main Street is a quick drive away and home to classic spots like Ye Olde Corner Tap.

Don’t skip the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes along Boone Creek, where small makers sell everything from laser-engraved travel gifts at Roots & Routes to boutique clothing at Curated by Laney Boutique. McHenry Brewing Company and The Bumble Bread Co. are both stops on NMC’s trails, so bring the Naturally McHenry County app and check in.

Plan your visit: https://www.naturallymchenrycounty.com/communities/mchenry/

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Discover McHenry

10/28/2026

Walking himself to the bus stop is Parker's favorite part of every day. He just gets so excited!♥️

10/27/2026

It's the little things that can brighten my day. 🤣