McHenry County Events

Chronicle Media staff
Bring the family to enjoy a screening of the PG-rated, 2016 film, “Ratchet and Clank” at 6 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo.

Bring the family to enjoy a screening of the PG-rated, 2016 film, “Ratchet and Clank” at 6 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo.

October 20 

WSR Sketch & Improv Comedyin Crystal Lake

8 p.m. 

Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake 

$10 

Members of the Williams Street Repertory (WSR) Comedy Troupe will perform in this show, a mixed set based on audience suggestions and original sketches. Tickets will be available at the door, beginning at 7:30 p.m.. For more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.raucenter.org.

 

October 20 

Algonquin Preschool Halloween Craft 

10:30-11:30 a.m. 

Algonquin Area Public Library District Main Library, 2600 Harnish Drive, Algonquin 

Free

In this Children’s Preschool Program, kids (ages 7 and under with a parent or caregiver), can stop in to make a spooky craft in time for Halloween. For more information, call (847) 458-6060 or visit www.aapld.org.

 

October 21 

Fox Lake Mystery Dinner Theater 

6:15 p.m. 

Marvela’s Banquet Hall, 4 Washington Street, Fox Lake 

$50 

Enjoy this dinner and mystery theater production. The dinner (7 p.m.) features a menu of roast beef with gravy, pork tenderloin with stuffing, oven-fried chicken, twice-baked potato, green beans with bacon and garlic sauce, chef’s salad, soup, rolls and dessert, and coffee, tea or milk. The mystery show begins at 8 p.m. A cash bar will be available. Advanced ticket purchase is required. For more information, call the Fox Lake Parks and Recreation Department at (847) 587-3944 or visit www.foxlake.org.

 

October 21 

Marengo-Unnion Family Friday Night Movie 

6 p.m. 

Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo 

Free 

Bring the family to enjoy a screening of the PG-rated, 2016 film, “Ratchet and Clank.” Beverages and snacks will be provided. To register, and for more information, call (815) 568-8236 or visit www.muld.org.

 

October 22 

HAPLD Friends Jewelry Sale 

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley 

Free 

Drop in to shop for pre-owned items in great condition during the first-ever Huntley Area Public Library District Friend Foundation Jewelry Sale. For more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

 

October 22 

Johnsburg Luau Party for Kids 

2 p.m. 

Johnsburg Public Library District, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg 

Free 

Kids (ages 5-7) can join together for an afternoon of games, stories, crafts and refreshments. Dress in your “island best,” if you wish, and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal to share in the fun. Advance registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

 

October 24 

Lake in the Hills Adult Drop-In Basketball 

6 p.m. 

Martin Elementary School, 10920 Reed Road, Lake in the Hills 

$3 

Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in this ongoing Parks & Recreation Department program. Teams will be formed for full-court games, depending on the number of players present. For more information, call (847) 960-7460 or visit www.lith.org.

 

October 24 

Crystal Lake Art Attack: Adult Sip & Paint 

7-9:30 p.m. 

Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake 

$35 

Adults (ages 18 and up) can enjoy an evening of painting with friends in this Crystal Lake Park District program. Participants (no talent necessary) will receive step-by-step instruction from local artist Julie Kukreja to create a 11X14 canvas. Bring your own beverages; all other materials will be provided. To register (due by Oct. 21), contact Sam Thompson at (815) 459-0680, ext. 1228 or via email at sthompson@crystallakeparks.org — or visit www.crystallakeparks.org.

 

 

October 26 

Coffee with the McHenry Police Chief

6:30 p.m. 

Municipal Center, 333 S. Green Street, McHenry 

Free 

Stop by the Municipal Center Council Chambers for a cup of coffee and conversation with McHenry Police Chief John Jones and his special guest, U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren. For more information, call (815) 363-2100 or visit www.ci.mchenry.il.us.

 

October 27 

Storyteller Megan Wells: ‘Dracula’ in Woodstock

8 p.m. 

Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren Street, Woodstock 

$19 

Experience the emotional thrill of Bram Stoker’s gothic masterpiece, “Dracula,” presented in a one-woman show by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning storyteller Megan Wells. This program is recommended for adults and young adults. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.