McHenry County Events
Chronicle Media Staff — August 23, 2016
August 25
Summer Concerts
7:30-9 p.m.
Riverfront Park, 201 N. Harrison St., Algonquin
Free
See Rebel Souls, an area band that covers classic rock to current favorites, in the final installment of the village’s 2016 Summer Concerts series. A food truck will be on-site. For more information, call (847) 658-2700 or visit www.algonquin.org.
August 25
City Concert Series
7:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry
Free
See The Saturday June Band, featuring veteran vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist Steve Kessler, in this edition of the ongoing City Concert Series. Food and beverages will be available from Chain O’Lakes Brewing Co. and other vendors. For more information, call (815) 363-2100 or visit www.ci.mchenry.il.us.
August 26
Life-Size Gaming!
6-9 p.m.
Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg
Free
Attendees (ages 12-18) can participate in a life-sized version of the classic board game, “Clue.” Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.
August 26
4th Fridays
6-9 p.m.
Starline Factory, 300 W. Front Street, Harvard
$5
Enjoy this session of the monthly event, which includes a juried mixed art exhibit, a juried photo contest, a featured artists solo exhibit, vendor artists, live music, a cash bar and more. For more information, call (815) 347-8535 or visit www.starlinefactory.com.
August 27
Galactic Cowboy Orchestra
8 p.m.
Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren Street, Woodstock
$23
See this eclectic, high-energy art rock band that has drawn comparisons to artists ranging from King Crimson to Bela Fleck & The Flecktones. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.
August 27
Meet EM Kaplan
Noon to 2 p.m.
Read Between the Lynes, 111 Van Buren St., Woodstock
Free
Visit this local bookstore to meet award-winning mystery and fantasy author EM Kaplan, who will discuss, “Dead Man on Campus,” her latest book in the Josie Tucker mystery series. For more information, call (815) 206-5967 or visit www.readbetweenthelynes.com.
August 28
Seneca Ladies Literacy Society
2 p.m.
McHenry County Historical Society and Museum, 6422 Main St., Union
Free (with museum admission)
The local chapter of the oldest women’s literary society in America will discuss its new book, “The Seneca Ladies Literary Society: Learning and Laughing Together Since 1855,” in this special program. For more information, call www.mchenrycountyhistory.org.
August 28
Monthly Breakfast Club Ride
8 a.m.
The Bike Haven, 3318 Pearl St., McHenry
$11 (adults), $8 (ages 10 and under)
Bring the family to enjoy a slow-paced (5-10 mph) bicycle ride, which includes a stop for breakfast at a designated halfway point. Pre-registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 385-4642 or visit www.thebikehavenmchenry.com.
August 28
Artful Women: Elizabeth Berg
3 p.m.
Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake
$15
Celebrated author Elizabeth Berg will read selected passages from her award-winning novels and take questions afterward in this program, entitled, “The Story Behind the Stories.” For tickets, and more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.
August 29
Find the Right App for That
2-3:30 p.m.
Crystal Lake Public Library, 126 Paddock St., Crystal Lake
Free
In this adult computer class, attendees can learn how to find, evaluate and manage mobile apps. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 459-1687 or visit www.clpl.org.
August 30
Intro to Latin Dance
5:30 p.m.
Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
Free
Participants (ages 18 and up) can learn the basics of Latin dance styles from instructor Ivan Flores. To register, and for more information, call (847) 587-0198 or visit www2.youseemore.com.
August 30
The Fray: Stitchery Club
6-8 p.m.
Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley
Free
Drop in and join The Fray, a stitchery club for experienced needle crafters and novices alike. Bring your own supplies and projects. The club is open to ages 10 and up. For more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.