More than 2,000 people flocked to McHenry County College to attend the 9^th Annual Hearthstone Senior Fair! Attendees enjoyed the 97 exhibitors, bingo, music and food.  Many came to listen and dance to the Vito Buffalo Orchestra while others enjoyed bingo and people watching. The Borderline Barbershop Quartet strolled throughout the fair entertaining everyone with their a cappella favorites. Attendees strolled through the gymnasium gathering senior targeted tips and information from over 100 exhibitors who participated in the expo.

Another popular area of the fair is the health and wellness booth sponsored by Mercy Health System. Fair goers had the opportunity to meet local medical professionals and ask health related questions as well as receive free blood pressure screenings.

Once again, Tarts and Truffles Cakes and Catering donated more than 800 lunches for fair guests. Everyone enjoyed the sloppy joes.

The fair is hosted each year by Hearthstone Senior Living Community as a community service and fundraising event. This year’s proceeds will go toward automated doors at Hearthstone Manor. The costs associated with the event are covered by sponsorships from Mercy Health System, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Centegra Health Systems, Home State Bank Senior Class Club, Hospice of Northeastern Illinois and My Special Assistant. Media coverage was provided by Chicagoland Senior News 50 and Better, McHenry County Woman News, Northwest Herald, and the Woodstock Independent.

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