McHenry County Calendar of Events

Chronicle Media Staff

See opening-weekend performances of renowned playwright Neil Simon’s comedy, “Rumors,” presented by TownSquare Players June 16-18 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock.

June 15

 

History of Superheroes

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley

Free

Kids (ages 8 and up) can learn the true history of their favorite superheroes (Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, The Hulk, Wonder Woman and others), including the comic books and the writers who created them. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

 

 

Summer Concert Series

7-8:30 p.m.

Lions Park Band Shell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary

Free

Enjoy a performance by GENR8R, a local band that plays a variety of classic rock, new country, pop, funk and blues. Dinner will be available from the Toasty Cheese food truck (beginning at 6 p.m.), and kids can play in a field of bubbles with Glowby the Bubble Guy. For more information, call (847) 639-6100 or visit www.carypark.com.

 

June 16

 

Boy Band Review

10 p.m.

Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4108 Roberts Road, Island Lake

Free

See Boy Band Review perform all the hits by N’SYNC, New Kids On The Block, Backstreet Boys, Justin Timberlake and more at this popular area bar and eatery. For more information, call 847-526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

 

June 16-18

 

Neil Simon’s ‘Rumors’

8 p.m. June 16, 17; 3 p.m. June 18

Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock

$13-$23

See opening-weekend performances of renowned playwright Neil Simon’s comedy, “Rumors,” presented by TownSquare Players. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

 

June 17

 

A Journey to Vibrant Health with Dr. Rachel Northern

11 a.m.

Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg

Free

Join family wellness practitioner and chiropractic physician Dr. Rachel Northern, author of “A Journey to Vibrant Health,” for a book signing (11 a.m.) and presentation (noon). Registration is not required. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the program. For more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

 

June 17

 

Concert By The Lake

7-10 p.m.

Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd., Fox Lake

Free

Bring lawn chairs and blankets to see The New Invaders perform a wide variety of hits from the 1964 British Invasion through the Woodstock era of 1969. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No coolers or outside food will be allowed on-site. Children under age 18 must remain with an adult at all times. For more information, call 847-587-3944 or visit www.foxlake.org.

 

June 20

 

Concerts in the Park

7 p.m.

Main Beach Band Shell, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake

Free

Enjoy a performance by Caribbean-themed band Mr. Myers in this session of the Crystal Lake Park District’s 2017 Concerts in the Park series. For more information, call (815) 459-0680, Ext. 1213 or visit www.crystallakeparks.org.

 

June 21

 

Chair Yoga & Mindfulness for Beginners

2-3 p.m.

Algonquin Area Public Library District Eastgate Branch, 115 Eastgate Drive, Algonquin

Free

In this adult program, certified yoga instructor Allison Wilmes, of Wise Moves, will help attendees suffering from lower back and hip pain with a unique blend of holistic yoga and movement therapy. To register, and for more information, call (847) 658-4343 or visit www.aapld.org.

 

 

Toast to the Summer Solstice

7-9:30 p.m.

Lost Valley Visitor Center (Savanna Room), Glacial Park, Route 31 and Harts Road, Ringwood

$10 (residents), $13 (non-residents)

Adults (ages 21 and up) can gather to celebrate the summer solstice in this McHenry County Conservation District event. Participants will meet at the Lost Valley Visitor Center for a naturalist-led hike, learn about a variety of solstice celebrations held around the globe, and then make a stop at the top of the camelback kames for a special sunset toast. Attendees who plan to enjoy an adult beverage must bring a valid ID. To register, and for more information, call (815) 338-6223 or visit www.mccdistrict.org.

 

June 22

 

Animal Quest

6:30-7:30 p.m.

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

Free

Experienced animal trainers will deliver a fun, exciting and informative presentation — with live animals — in this special family program, sponsored by Friends of the Library. To register, and for more information, call 847-639-2274 or visit www.frgml.org.

–McHenry County Calendar of Events–