Singer Robbie Gold will perform at the
Lakeside Arts Park at the Dole in Crystal Lake on April 29.

April 28

Picture Book Author Study

4:30-5:15 p.m.

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

Free

In the Children’s Preschool Program, kids (ages 4-7) will be introduced to several of author Kevin Henkes’ picture books and participate in games and activities based on the characters. To register, and for more information, call (847) 458-6060 or visit www.aapld.org.

April 29

Robbie Gold

8 p.m.

Lakeside Arts Park at the Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake

$25 (in advance), $30 (at the door)

See this acoustic-pop singer/songwriter/guitarist in concert. Gold’s sound ranges from the Beatles to Eminem. For tickets, and more information, call (815) 455-8000 or visit www.lakesideartspark.org.

April 29

“Bottles, Barrels & Brews: McHenry County on Tap”

6-9 p.m.

McHenry County Historical Society & Museum, 6422 Main St., Union

Free

In this grand opening of the Historical Society’s new exhibit, attendees will learn about the history of local breweries and taverns, spanning the 1860s through the repeal of Prohibition in 1933. Craft beer tastings will be available for a fee. For more information, call (815) 923-2267 or visit www.gothistory.org.

April 30

Police Explorers

1-2 p.m.

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley

Free

Young people (ages 14-20) can learn about the Police Explorers program with Officer Tim Heagney of the Huntley Police Department. Heagney will cover various law enforcement topics and provide information about joining the program. Parents are welcome to attend. Advance registration is required. To register, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386, Ext. 21 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

April 30

The New Colony Six

7 p.m.

Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock

$76 (VIP), $46, $36

See this legendary Chicago soft-rock garage band, which scored a string of Top 20 hits in the 1960s and early ’70s. VIP tickets include a meet-and-greet with the band before the show. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

April 30

Teen Battle of the Bands

1-5 p.m.

Lions Park Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary

Free

See local bands compete for a chance to play at the State Battle of the Bands, to be held during the Illinois State Fair this summer. For more information, call (847) 639-6100 or visit www.carypark.com.

May 1

Barbershop Chorus Show

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 932 S. McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake

$15 (adults), $8 (students), free (ages 5 and under)

The Fox Valley Men of Harmony barbershop chorus celebrates its 70th anniversary with this show, which includes three chapter quartets and Girls Nite Out, a women’s ensemble. Refreshments will be served after the show. For tickets, and more information, call Jack Wine at (815) 459-6910 or visit www.foxvalleymenofharmony.com.

May 1

Picnic on the Prairie

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Brix Farm, 1606 Hawthorn Road, Marengo

Donations

Pack a picnic lunch and join the Food Shed Co-op for an afternoon on the prairie. The event includes live music, a nature scavenger hunt, face painting, a magician, a photo booth, goats for petting and more. For more information, call (815) 315-1541 or visit www.foodshed.coop.

May 2

Fox Valley Rocketeers

7-9 p.m.

Woodstock North High School, 3000 Raffel Road, Room D187, Woodstock

Free

Join the Fox Valley Rocketeers, a local club of model rocketry enthusiasts, for its May club meeting. New members are always welcomed. For more information, call Mark Bundick at (815) 337-9068 or visit www.foxvalleyrocketeers.org.

May 3

Star Wars Day

6 p.m.

Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg

Free

Watch “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” on a large screen. Special “Star Wars” treats will be served, and everyone wearing a costume will be entered into a raffle to win a copy of the DVD. Children (ages 8 and under) must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

May 4

Spring Crafts: Birds of a Feather Craft Together

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff

Free

Adults can learn how to make wire nest pendants in this session of the monthly Spring Crafts program. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, call (847) 234-2540 or visit www.lakeblufflibrary.org.

— McHenry County events calendar —