Join official raptor counters as they scan the skies and share tips for identifying a wide variety of hawks and other birds during migration season, during Lake County Hawkfest from 1:30-4 p.m. Oct. 15 at Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, 117 Sheridan Road, Lake Forest. (Photo by Julie Waters)

October 13

Rick Springfield, Loverboy

7:30 p.m.

Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan

$42.50-$95

See 1980s teenage heartthrob Rick Springfield, author of the smash hit, “Jessie’s Girl,” along with hard-rocking, chart-topping ’80s act Loverboy in concert. To purchase tickets, visit the box office or call Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787. For more information, call (847) 263-6300 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com.

October 13

Antioch BINGO Night

6:30-7 p.m.

Antioch Public Library District, 757 Main St., Antioch

Free

Kids (ages 5-12) can play some group games and then participate in BINGO for a chance to win prizes. To register, and for more information, call (847) 395-0874 or visit www.apld.info.

October 14

Hayrides at the Park II

5:30 p.m.

Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington

$8 (residents), $10 (non-residents), free (children under age 1)

The Barrington Park District offers a second opportunity for families to enjoy an old-fashioned hayride along the trails of Citizens Park. Hot cocoa, cider and s’mores will be served by the fireplace at the end of the ride. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call (847) 381-0687 or visit www.barringtonparkdistrict.org.

October 14

GooRoos

10 p.m.

Mickey Finn’s Brewery, 412 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville

Free

See rockin’ cover band GooRoos, known for playing a wide mix of favorite songs by popular artists, including Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Bruno Mars, Kings of Leon, The Black Crowes, One Republic and a host of others. For more information, call (847) 362-6688 or visit www.mickeyfinnsbrewery.com.

October 15

Halloween Trick or Treat Path

1-3 p.m.

Viking Park, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee

$5 (children ages 1-6), free (parents)

Kids can trick or treat their way through Viking Park with nearly 50 of their favorite characters, including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh & Friends and more in this pay-at-the-door-only event. In case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled. For more information, call (847) 623-7788 or visit www.gurneeparkdistrict.com.

October 15

Lake County Hawkfest

1:30-4 p.m.

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, 117 Sheridan Road, Lake Forest

Free

Join official raptor counters as they scan the skies and share tips for identifying a wide variety of hawks and other birds during migration season. More than 17 different species were identified during last year’s event. Attendees are encouraged to park at the Metra Station, located at the corner of Sheridan and Old Elm roads, and take one of the shuttles that will be running continuously to and from the event. For more information, call (847) 367-6640 or visit www.lcfpd.org.

October 15

Haunted Trail & Bonfire

3-8 p.m.

Forest View Park, 513 Forest View Drive, Lindenhurst

Free

Enjoy a variety of performers on the Cornstalk Stage, purchase food from the Witches Kitchen, take part in the Kids Costume Contest, and enjoy wagon rides and a walk along the Haunted Trail ($1 or one canned food item apiece), and more in this Lindenhurst Park District event. The day’s activities conclude with a bonfire at dusk, including free apple cider heated in a cauldron. For more information, call (847) 356-6011 or visit www.lindenhurstparks.org.

October 16

Saxophonist Ernie Watts

4 p.m.

James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre (College of Lake County), 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake

$8, $7 (CLC students, seniors), free (under age 18)

See legendary saxophonist Ernie Watts, a two-time Grammy Award winner whose career spans 50 years, perform in concert with the CLC Monday Night Jazz Ensemble. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (847) 543-2300 or visit www.clcillinois.edu.

October 18

Author Visit with Steve Sheinkin

7-8 p.m.

Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire

Free

In this event (for grades 4 and up, with an adult), author Steve Sheinkin will talk about his background in filmmaking, textbook writing and non-fiction writing, and also discuss the research, outlining, drafting and editing process. In addition, Shienkin’s books — including, “The Port Chicago 50,” a National Book Award finalist — will be available for purchase and signing. Registration is required. To register, and for more information, call (224) 543-1486 or visit www.vapld.org.