Lake County Calendar of Events Oct. 17 – Oct. 24

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Adults (ages 18 and up) can join local attorney Bob Monahan for some free legal advice concerning what to do when home repairs go awry from 6-7 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion.

October 18

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

Adults can join this River East Public Library book group. Read a selected title and then come together to discuss the book 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.

Music 101
6:30-8 p.m.
Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
Free

Adults can join presenter Ms. Olivia for this beginner’s course in reading music. Participants will use handouts and practice worksheets to cover topics ranging from note names to tempo markings to clef identification. To register, and for more information, call 847-587-0198 or visit www2.youseemore.com.

October 19

A Toast to Art
7-9:30 p.m.
Village Hall, 10 S. Seymour Ave., Grayslake
$35 (in advance), $40 (at the door)

This special event, hosted by the Grayslake Heritage Center Foundation, includes a silent art auction and wine tasting — with wine donated by 129 Center Cut, and art and music provided by the Grayslake Arts Alliance. To buy tickets online, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/a-toast-to-art-tickets. For more information, call 847-543-1745 or visit www.villageofgrayslake.com.

Hi Infidelity
8 p.m.
Broken Oar Marina Bar & Grill, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington
Free

See popular 1980s rock/pop cover band Hi Infidelity perform live in this session of the ongoing Endless Summer Outdoor Concert Series. For more information, call 847-639-9468 or visit www.brokenoar.com.

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox
8 p.m.
Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
$35-$195

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox takes current and classic pop and rock hits and transforms them into retro-sounding versions by incorporating jazz, blues, ragtime or soul. VIP packages are available. To buy tickets, stop by the box office or call Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787. For more information, call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com.

October 20

Poison’D Crue
10 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
$5

See long-running hair metal/glam rock cover band Poison’D Crue perform in concert at this popular area bar and live music venue. For more information, call 847-526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

October 21

Autumn Hues
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

Attend this nature program to take in the colors of the fall season and learn a little about the science behind the changes. For more information, call 847-381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

Geology Rocks
2-3:30 p.m.
Rosewood Beach Interpretive Center, 883 Sheridan Road, Highland Park
$10

In this Park District of Highland Park program, adults and kids (ages 8 and up) can become geologists and discover all the different rocks and minerals that make up the beach. To register, and for more information, call 847-433-6901 or visit www.pdhp.org.

October 22

Home Repairs Gone Awry
6-7 p.m.
Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion
Free

Adults (ages 18 and up) can join local attorney Bob Monahan for some free legal advice concerning what to do when home repairs go awry. To register, and for more information, call 847-872-4680, ext. 111 or visit www.zblibrary.info.

October 23

Social Worker Neighborhood Hours
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling
Free

A social worker from the Village of Wheeling Department of Human Services will be available to assist individuals and help families connect with health and wellness resources in the community. Registration is not required. For more information, call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

October 24

Core Challenge: Senior Fitness Program
11 a.m.
Lakefront Park Building, 71 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake
$5

Seniors can participate in an overall body workout with emphasis on the core.These exercises can be done seated, standing with support or free standing, and are designed to improve overall balance, strength, flexibility and mobility. The class meets every Wednesday. For more information, call 847-587-2151 or visit www.foxlake.org. 

 

 

–Lake County Calendar of Events Oct. 17 – Oct. 24–