McHenry is a part of the Chicago metropolitan area of Illinois. It is known for its agriculture and recreation facilities. One major attraction was opened in 1955, the McHenry Outdoor Theater. It is one of the few remaining drive-ins. Each year the McHenry Chamber of Commerce sponsors Fiesta Days in July. Among the biggest companies in McHenry are Centegra Health System (NIMC), Follett Library Resources, Follett Software Company, and Medela. The biggest school districts are District 15 (Elementary & Middle School) and District 156 (High Schools). One of the best places to visit when you are in McHenry is the Moraine Hills State Park and Stade's Dairy Farm. Famous persons from McHenry include George Gage (region's first state senator from 1854–1858), actor Jason Faunt, Kathleen Brennan (wife of Tom Waits), Gary Adams (Founded TaylorMade Golf in McHenry in 1979), James M. "Jace" Sayler (former professional American football defensive tackle), and Matt Skiba (guitarist/singer-songwriter of the punk rock band, Alkaline Trio).