Lake County Events

Chronicle Media staff
See 1980s superstar pop band Culture Club, led by flamboyant lead singer Boy George, perform favorite hits at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan.

See 1980s superstar pop band Culture Club, led by flamboyant lead singer Boy George, perform favorite hits at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan.

November 3

Culture Club in Waukegan

7:30 p.m.

Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan

$45-$150

See 1980s superstar pop band Culture Club, led by flamboyant lead singer Boy George, perform favorite hits, including, “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me,” “Karma Chameleon” and more. Special VIP Experience packages ($399; $299) are available. 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.

 

November 3

Gurnee Craft Beer Party

6-8 p.m.

Uno Pizzeria & Grill, 6593 Grand Ave., Gurnee

Free admission

Attendees (ages 21 and up) can enjoy a selection of craft beers ($6.50 each), Chicago thin crust pizza ($10), wings ($.50 each) and half-price appetizers — and paint their own keepsake glass. The event also includes trivia games, raffle giveaways and more. For more information, call (847) 856-0000 or visit www.unos.com.

 

November 3

Black Stone Cherry in Libertyville

8 p.m.

Austin’s Fuel Room, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville

$20-$85

Ages 21 and up can enjoy a performance by energetic Southern rock band Black Stone Cherry, on tour in support of its fifth album, “Kentucky.” Doors open at 7 p.m. For tickets, and more information, call (847) 549-1972 or visit www.fuelroom.com.

 

November 4

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

Enjoy a screening of the 1958 French film, “Mon Oncle,” a comedy that won a foreign language Oscar and was a prize-winner at the Cannes Film Festival. For more information, call (847) 543-2623 or visit www.clcillinois.edu.

 

November 4

Vernon Hills Pottery Painting Workshop

1:15-2:15 p.m.

Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills

$22 (residents), $28 (non-residents)

In this Vernon Hills Park District all-ages event, family members can gather to paint a pottery figurine, plaque or statue with the guidance of an instructor. All materials will be provided, and all finished art will be glazed to take home. To register, and for more information, call (847) 996-6800 or visit www.vhparkdistrict.org.

 

November 5

Round Lake Beach Smilin’ Saturday Stories: ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’

11 a.m. to noon

Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach

Free

Bring the family to see professional actors from Improv Playhouse Theater bring the classic folk tale, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” to life. Reservations are required. To reserve a seat, and for more information, call (847) 201-9032 or visit www.villageofroundlakebeach.com.

 

November 5

Highland Park Owl Prowls

8-9 p.m.

Rosewood Beach Interpretive Center, 883 Sheridan Road, Highland Park

$8

In this Park District of Highland Park program, participants (ages 6 and up) can learn about native owl species — including Great Horned and Screech owls — indoors, and then head outside for a night hike to listen to owls calling in the wild. Registration ends Nov. 4. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult. To register, and for more information, call (847) 433-6901 or visit www.pdhp.org.

 

November 6

O Say Can You See: Images of Patriotism & American Art

1-2 p.m.

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

Free

In this special program, art historian Dr. Michelle Mishur will examine the themes, symbols and subjects in art that inspire patriotism with a presentation of American-themed images. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (224) 543-1485 or visit www.vapld.info.

 

November 6

Mundelein Pumpkin Drop

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Keith Mione Park Sports Complex, 1461 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein

Free

Bring your Halloween pumpkins to be launched into compost by “Big Red,” the popular catapult designed and built by Mundelein High School students. Pre-registration is encouraged. Pumpkins will only be accepted by registered participants, and all materials must be removed from inside pumpkins prior to launching. To sign up, and for more information, contact Michael Gerton at (847) 388-5470 or via email at mgerton@mundeleinparks.org — or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

 

November 8

Antioch Chess and Cookies

6:30-8 p.m.

Antioch Public Library District, 757 Main Street, Antioch

Free

Chess players (experienced and beginners alike) can stop by to enjoy a game of chess, and some cookies, too. The program is open to ages 6 through adult. To register, and for more information, call (847) 395-0874 or visit www.apld.info.