October 6 

Nectar Collective: Let’s Draw Something 

5:30-7:30 p.m. 

Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion 

Free 

Teens (grades 7-12) can stop by for an open drawing session, featuring various stations to explore and create. Supplies will be provided. For more information, call (847) 872-4680, Ext. 119, send an email to elisem@zblibrary.org or visit www.zblibrary.info.

October 7 

Boy Band Review 

10 p.m. 

Austin’s Fuel Room, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville 

$8 

See Boy Band Review, a Chicago-based, 1990s Boy Band tribute act, perform in concert. The band’s show includes backup singers and dancers. For tickets, and more information, call (847) 549-1972 or visit www.fuelroom.com.

October 7 

CLC International Film Series 

7 p.m. 

James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts (College of Lake County, Room A162), 19351 W. Washington Street, Grayslake 

Free 

In this edition of the ongoing College of Lake County International Film Series, enjoy a screening of “Embrace of the Serpent,” a 2015 film about a German researcher in Colombia who becomes deathly ill and seeks a rare, perhaps mythical plant with healing properties. For more information, call (847) 543-2300 or visit www.clcillinois.edu. –

October 7 

Hayrides at the Park 

5:30 p.m. 

Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington 

$8 (in district), $10 (out of district), free (children under age 1) 

Bring the family to enjoy an old-fashioned hayride along the trails of Citizens Park. Hot cocoa, cider and s’mores will served around 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 8 

The Corner Boys 

7:30 p.m. 

Copper Fiddle Distillery, 532 W. Route 22, Lake Zurich 

Free 

Enjoy a performance by The Corner Boys, an acoustic cover band with a playlist that stretches from Lyle Lovett to Michael Jackson. For more information, call (847) 847-7609, send an email to info@copperfiddle.com or visit www.copperfiddledistillery.com.

October 8 

Trucks, Trunks & Treats 

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Family Aquatic Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills 

$3, free (children under age 2) 

Kids can wear their favorite Halloween costumes to this touch-a-truck event. Bring a trick-or-treat bag to receive candy and treats from the operator of each vehicle. The event also includes a hayride and a bounce house, and food will be available for purchase. To purchase tickets online, visit www.vhparkdistrict.org. For more information, call (847) 996-6800.

October 8 

Carlos Mencia: Laughin’ and Livin’ 

8 p.m. 

Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan 

$48, $38 

See long-running stand-up comedian Carlos Mencia, known for his brash comedy about politics, race and Hispanic culture. 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 9 

Movie in the Park 

7 p.m. 

Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa 

Free 

Bring the family for a screening of the computer-animated fright film, “Monster House,” in this Lindenhurst Park District event. For more information, call (847) 356-6011 or visit www.lindenhurstparks.org.

October 9 

Fall Family Adventure 

3-7 p.m. 

Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Road, Highland Park   

$12 

In this Park District of Highland Park all-ages event, learn to use a GPS to find “hidden clues” along the trail, shoot a bow and arrow, build shelters in the woods or work together to build a fire. End the day with a you-bring-it cookout; grills will be provided. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult. To register, and for more information, call (847) 433-6901 or visit www.pdhp.org.

October 10 

Moon Over Wauconda 

7-9 p.m. 

Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda 

Free 

Volunteers from the Lake County Astronomical Society will be on hand with sophisticated telescopes to provide detailed views of the moon and other objects in the sky. No registration is required. The event is weather-permitting. For more information, call (847) 526-6225 or visit www.lcas-astronomy.org.

October 10 

Computers & Coffee: Search Engines 

11 a.m. to noon 

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

Free 

This class includes 15 minutes of instruction on internet search engines, followed by 45 minutes of hands-on practice with the aid of a technology volunteer. The pace of the program is slow and relaxed, and includes coffee. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (224) 543-1485 or visit www.vapld.info.