McHenry County Events
Chronicle Media staff — October 18, 2016October 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.