In the Nov. 15 session of the Woodstock Fine Arts Association’s 55th Annual Creative Living Series, DePaul University professor and author Joseph R. Ferrari, Ph.D, will discuss his book, “Still Procrastinating? The No-Regrets Guide to Getting It Done.”

November 15

55th Annual Creative Living Series
10 a.m.
Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock
$25

In this session of the Woodstock Fine Arts Association’s 55th Annual Creative Living Series, DePaul University professor and author Joseph R. Ferrari, Ph.D, will discuss his book, “Still Procrastinating? The No-Regrets Guide to Getting It Done.” To buy tickets, and for more information, call the box office at 815-338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

Book Group at Grandma’s Deli
6-8 p.m.
Grandma’s Wine Bar & Deli, 28924 W. Route 120, Lakemoor
Free

Adults can join this River East Public Library book group to read a book and then come together to discuss it at Grandma’s Deli, located in the Lakemoor Crossings Shopping Center. Food and drinks will be available. For more information, call the library at 815-385-6303 or visit www.rivereastlibrary.org.

November 16

Senior Cardio Drumming
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake
$5

Seniors can take part in this session of an ongoing workout program (held every Friday) that combines drumsticks and large exercise balls. Pay at the door. For more information, call 224-225-1405 or visit www.foxlake.org.

November 16, 17 and 21

Turkey Ball 2018
6 p.m. Nov. 16; 3 p.m. Nov. 17 and 21
Broken Oar Marina Bar & Grill, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington
$5

Enjoy Turkey Ball 2018, featuring live music by Bella Cain and Karma Committee (Nov. 16); Libido Funk Circus, Boy Band Night, Cinful and Friction (Nov. 17); and Modern Day Romeos, 7th Heaven, Downpour and Rumor Hazit (Nov. 21). For more information, call 847-639-9468 or visit www.brokenoar.com.

November 17

Tai Chi for Seniors
1 p.m.
Fox River Grove Memorial Library, 407 Lincoln Ave., Fox River Grove
Free

Seniors (ages 60 and up) can sign up to participate in this Tai Chi class, presented by Senior Services Associates, in Crystal Lake. Tai Chi, an ancient, slow-moving exercise originated in China, is designed to help improve posture, balance, flexibility and stamina, and has been known to decrease stress, anxiety and depression as well. The class will be instructed by Allison Deputy and Moon Willow, of Woodstock. To register, and for more information, call 847-639-2274 or visit www.frgml.org.

John Waite
8 p.m.
Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake
$48 (Zone A), $45 (Zone B), $39 (Zone C)

See British rocker John Waite, former lead singer of The Babys (1970s) and Bad English (1980s), perform hits from his 40-year career, including his work as a solo artist. To buy tickets, and for more information, call 815-356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

November 18

Prairie Planting
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

Participants can help “sow the seeds of history” in this hands-on planting program. Gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a long-sleeve shirt and hat are recommended. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call 847-381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

November 19

Matinee Mondays
1 p.m.
Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg
Free

Enjoy a screening of the 2018 Disney comedy/drama/fantasy film, “Christopher Robin” (rated PG). Snacks will be provided. To register, and for more information, call 815-344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

November 20

Color On
6:30-8 p.m.
Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley
Free

Color, listen to music and socialize in a relaxing setting during this session of a recurring program (for ages 16 and up). Coloring sheets and a limited number of colored pencils and markers will be provided — or bring your own for more variety. To register, and for more information, call 847-669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

November 21

Black Wednesday
9 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
$5

Enjoy Sideouts’ Black Wednesday event, featuring a trio of tribute bands: Salt Sweet Sugar (Jimmy Eat World), What’s Our Age Again (Blink-182) and American Idiots (Green Day). For more information, call 847-526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

–McHenry County Calendar of Events Nov. 14 – Nov. 21–