Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Road, Highland Park, will be hosting Nature Discovery Day from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 3.

February 1

Destination College
6-7 p.m.
Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
Free

Representatives from the Tranel Financial Group will be on hand to show teens and parents how to avoid major mistakes when planning for college, including tips on picking the best major, maximizing scholarships and other crucial planning information. For more information, call (847) 587-0198 or visit www2.youseemore.com.

February 2

Hello Weekend
10 p.m.
Austin’s Fuel Room, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville
$5

See high-energy pop/rock cover band Hello Weekend perform in concert. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. For more information, call (847) 549-1972 or visit www.fuelroom.com. 

The Ravines
7:30 p.m.
210 Restaurant & Live Music Lounge, 210 Green Bay Road, Highwood
$8 (in advance), $10 (at the door)

See 11-piece, high-octane funk/rock band The Ravines, featuring former and current members of renowned Chicago acts Nicholas Tremulis, The Way Moves, Mucca Pazza and more. The Victor Brown Band will open the show. Doors open at 5 p.m. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call (847) 433-0304 or visit www.210restaurant.com.

February 3

Groundhog’s Day
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

Bring the family to learn all about groundhogs and the history behind the Groundhog Day holiday. Groundhog-inspired art projects will be provided. To register, and for more information, call (847) 381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

Nature Discovery Day
10 a.m. to noon
Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Road, Highland Park
Free

During this ninth annual Nature Discovery Day event, all ages are welcome to visit nature classrooms, complete a craft to take home, explore the science of nature, go sledding or cross country skiing, view live animals and enjoy roasted marshmallows around a crackling campfire. No pre-registration is required. For more information, call (847) 433-6901 or visit www.pdhp.org.

Who’s Who, TNT-Chicago
10 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
$5

See hard-rockin’ tribute bands Who’s Who (The Who) and TNT-Chicago (AC/DC) perform in concert at this popular area bar and eatery. For more information, call (847) 526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

February 4

The Monuments Men & Women: Saving Europe’s Treasures
1-2 p.m.
Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
Free

Learn about the art historians, museum professionals and military personnel who protected Europe’s cultural treasures and repatriated stolen objects during and after World War II in this special program, presented by art educator Jeff Mishur. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (224) 543-1485 or visit www.vapld.info.

February 5

Valentine Drop-In Craft
10-11 a.m.
Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff
Free

Kids (through grade 8) can drop in to make Valentine’s Day cards for friends and loved ones. Preschoolers will need a caregiver’s assistance. Registration is not required. For more information, call (847) 234-2540 or visit www.lakeblufflibrary.org.

February 6

Wild Ones: Fremont Township Community Garden & Native Plant Restoration
7-8:30 p.m.
Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein
Free

In this month’s meeting of the Lake-to-Prairie chapter of the Wild Ones, a national non-profit organization that promotes the use of native plants in landscapes, presenter Alicia Dodd will talk about the Fremont Township Community Garden and the native plant restoration of the surrounding areas. Registration is recommended. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 566-8702 or visit www.fremontlibrary.org.

February 7

Search & Share Genealogy
2-3 p.m.
Grayslake Heritage Center and History Museum, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake
Free

Join the Grayslake Historical Society and local genealogists for a lively discussion on family history. Share your own stories or come for advice from the genealogists on-site. For more information, call (847) 543-1745 or visit www.villageofgrayslake.com. 

–Feb. Lake County Calendar of Events Feb. 1 – Feb. 7–