Bring the family for a screening of the 2016 animated film, “Trolls,” a musical romantic comedy based on the iconic Trolls dolls, 6 p.m. April 27 at the Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley.

April 26

Children’s Paint-A-Long

6-7 p.m.

The Studio Art School, 3316 W. Pearl Street, McHenry

$20 (residents), $25 (non-residents)

In this McHenry Parks & Recreation Department program, kids (ages 6-13) can “paint-a-long” with guided instruction to create a work of art on canvas. Parents are welcome to stay and paint a work of their own. The theme for this session is Crazy for Zebras. To register, and for more information, call (847) 363-2160 or visit www.ci.mchenry.il.us.

April 27

Family Movie: ‘Trolls’

6-7:30 p.m.

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley

Free

Bring the family for a screening of the 2016 animated film, “Trolls,” a musical romantic comedy based on the iconic Trolls dolls. No snacks, please. To register, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

April 29

We Sang! We Danced! A Musical History of McHenry County

7-8 p.m.

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

Free

In this special program, adults can explore the fascinating history of local dance halls and other venues — including stories of trap doors, hidden tunnels and gangster connections — and hear the music of past bands, orchestras and choruses. To register, and for more information, call (630) 272-3961 or visit www.aapld.org.

April 29

Poison’D Crue

10 p.m.

Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake

Free

See Poison’D Crue pay homage to 1980s hair metal bands Poison and Motley Crue at this popular area bar and eatery. For more information, call (847) 526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

April 29

Heartache Tonight: An Eagles Concert Experience

7:30 p.m.

Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren Street, Woodstock

$32

See acclaimed Eagles tribute band Heartache Tonight in concert. The six-piece group has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in rock, including Jimmy Buffet and The Doobie Brothers. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

April 30

Spring Pops ’17

4 p.m.

D’Andrea’s Banquets, 4419 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake

$12 (adults, students, seniors), $10 (military), $7 (groups of 10 or more)

Enjoy the Crystal Lake Community Band’s 2017 spring concert, featuring Phil Ciancio on soprano sax and Chris Keyes on French horn. For tickets, and more information, call (815) 679-2263 or visit www.clcb.org.

May 1

‘Bomber’s Moon’

7 p.m.

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

Free

Enjoy this Williams Street Repertory LAB Series presentation featuring “The Bomber’s Moon,” a romantic drama by playwright Deborah Yarchun about an American socialite who finds shelter in the basement of an abandoned shop during the first week of the London Blitz in World War II. For more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

May 2

How to Pay for College Without Going Broke Workshop

6:30-8 p.m.

Cary Area Public Library, 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary

Free

In this workshop, representatives from My College Planning Team will share their knowledge and expertise as they guide participants through the steps to reduce college costs and still attend a college of choice. Information includes creative, little-known financial and academic strategies. Parents are encouraged to attend. To register, and for more information, call (847) 639-4210 or visit www.caryarealibrary.org.

May 3

Wrestling with MUD

4:30 p.m.

Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Jonsburg

Free

Kids (ages 6-13) can learn all about — and play with — soil and mud with Jess Day from the Crystal Lake Park District. Advance registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

May 4

Wildlife in McHenry County

6 p.m.

Fox River Grove Memorial Library, 407 Lincoln Ave., Fox River Grove

Free

Get a close-up look at animal skulls, furs and feathers, and learn all about the area’s wild animals in this all-ages event, presented by the McHenry County Conservation District. A live animal will visit the group at the end of the program. For more information, call (847) 639-2274 or visit www.frgml.org.