Adults can join like-minded outdoor enthusiasts for a group walk in the forest preserves in this session of the weekly Lake County Forest Preserves program from 8-9 a.m. Nov. 25 at Old School Forest Preserve, 28285 St. Mary’s Road, Mettawa.

November 23

Turkey Day Boot Camp
7:30-9 a.m.
Hunt Club Park Community Center, 920 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee
Free

Take the guilt out of the day and get a good workout in before sitting down for the big Thanksgiving feast. Out of town family and friends are welcome to attend this Gurnee Park District special event. For more information, call (847) 623-7788 or visit www.gurneeparkdistrict.com.

November 24

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

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

November 25

Forest Fitness
8-9 a.m.
Old School Forest Preserve, 28285 St. Mary’s Road, Mettawa
Free

Adults can join like-minded outdoor enthusiasts for a group walk in the forest preserves in this session of the weekly Lake County Forest Preserves program. Meet at the Trails Parking Lot. No registration is required. For more information, call (847) 367-6640 or visit www.lcfpd.org.   

Restless Knites
10 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
$5

Enjoy a live performance by ska/reggae/blues/funk/rock band Restless Knites at this popular area bar and eatery. For more information, call (847) 526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

November 26

Brunch with Santa
9 a.m.
Lindy’s Landing, 115 Park St., Wauconda
$22 (adults), $10 (ages 4-12), free (ages 3 and under)

Bring family and friends to enjoy this annual brunch, featuring an assortment of entrees, side dishes, salads and desserts, as well as an omelette station and a kids buffet — and bring your camera to take pictures with Santa Claus. For reservations, call (847) 526-9789 or send an email to ryan@lindyslanding.com. For more information, visit www.lindyslanding.com.

Winter Preparation
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

Join a naturalist to learn how animals in the wild prepare for and survive during the cold winter months. For more information, call (847) 381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

November 29

Upcycled Book Art: Holiday Edition
6-8 p.m.
Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
Free

Give new life to old library books by creating a project of your own design in this all-ages, drop-in crafting session. Choose from a supply of materials or bring your own. No registration is required. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call (224) 543-1486 or visit www.vapld.info.

Page to Screen Movie Night
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
Free

In this teen program (grades 6-12), attendees can watch author Nicola Yoon’s book, “Everything, Everything,” come alive on the big screen. Popcorn and drinks will be provided, and a copy of the book will be raffled off to one lucky winner. To register, and for more information, call (847) 945-3311 or visit www.deerfieldlibrary.org.

What’s It Worth: Valuing Your Old Coins and Gold or Silver Jewelry
7-8:30 p.m.
Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein
Free

Lifelong coin collector and retired school teacher Dave Ekstrom, a member of the American Numismatic Association, will give a presentation on coin collecting, and gold and silver values. To register, and for more information, call (847) 395-0874 or visit www.apld.info.

November 30

Phil Vassar & Kellie Pickler: A Christmas Tour
7:30 p.m.
Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
$26-$58

See country music stars Phil Vassar and Kellie Pickler team up for an evening of hit songs, holiday favorites and a special performance of their new Christmas single, “The Naughty List.” To purchase tickets, stop by the box office or call Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787. For more information, call (847) 543-1745 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com.

How Travel Saved (and Nearly Destroyed) the World
7-8:30 p.m.
Antioch Public Library District, 757 Main St., Antioch
Free

In this adult program, presenter Bill Ball will examine the history of travel. Learn about early explorers, and how the products and services they brought back from the far reaches of the world changed our lives forever — including such outcomes as the spread of diseases, invasive plants and radical cultural change. To register, and for more information, call (847) 395-0874 or visit www.apld.info.

–Lake County Calendar of Events Nov. 23 – Nov. 30–