In celebration of this winter’s Hollywood film, TV and music awards shows, adults can stop by to enjoy a screening of the Academy Award-winning drama, “Whiplash” from 2-5 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake.

January 12 

Your Turn: Huntley Game Night for Adults 

6-8 p.m. 

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley 

Free 

Adults (ages 18 and up) can enjoy a variety of board, dice and card games in this session of a program that meets the second Thursday of each month. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

January 12 

Get LIT(erary) 

7 p.m. 

Le Petite Marche, 19 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake 

Free 

Raise a glass and sit back as a group of readers chosen from a pool of Williams Street Repertory actors and supporters read from classic and contemporary works by a wide array of distinguished authors. For more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

January 16 

Johnsburg Library Kids’ No School Movie 

1 p.m. 

Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg 

Free

Kids can enjoy a screening of the animated film, “Storks” (rated PG) on a large screen. Free movie treats will be provided for all attendees. Advance registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.

January 16 

Cary Preschool Preview Open House 

9-11 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. 

Cary Park District Preschool (Lions Park), 1180 Silver Lake Road, Cary 

Free 

Meet teachers, tour classrooms and learn about upcoming programming at the Cary Park District Preschool’s Open House event. Children are welcome to attend with parents. To register, and for more information, call (847) 639-6100 or visit www.carypark.com.

January 17 

Fox Lake Award Season Movie Matinee 

2-5 p.m. 

Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake 

Free 

In celebration of this winter’s Hollywood film, TV and music awards shows, adults can stop by to enjoy a screening of the Academy Award-winning drama, “Whiplash” (rated R). For more information, call (847) 587-0198 or visit www2.youseemore.com.

January 17 

Woodstock Senior Coffee 

1 p.m. 

Stage Left Café, 125 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock 

Free 

Seniors can drop in to hang out, enjoy coffee and socialize with friends in this session of the weekly program. For more information, call (815) 337-1395, send an email to café@woodstockil.gov or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

January 17 

Crystal Lake Make It, Take It Oil Painting: Purple Wine Bottle 

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake 

$65, $60 (resident discount) 

In this Crystal Lake Park District program, participants (ages 18 and up) will paint wine bottles under the guidance of an instructor — and then take the finished product home. All supplies are included. Bring a snack for lunch. Registration closes Jan. 12. To sign up, and for more information, contact Jennifer Peterson at (815) 459-0680, Ext. 1219 or via email at jpeterson@crystallakeparks.org or visit www.crystallakeparks.org.

January 17 

Algonquin Library Genealogy Basics for Beginners 

7-8 p.m. 

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

Free 

In this Adult Program, presenter Carol Brennan will cover information on how to get started in genealogy research, including basic forms and organizational tips, and provide an overview of top websites and other resources used by genealogists. To register, and for more information, call (847) 458-6060 or visit www.aapld.org.

January 18 

McHenry Snowman Scavenger Hunt 

10-11 a.m. 

McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry 

$8 (residents), $10 (non-residents) 

Parents and kids (ages 2 1/2 to 6) can take part in an outdoor scavenger hunt to find accessories for building a snowman — and then build and dress a snowman in an open field. Warm up afterward with hot chocolate and treats inside. An indoor scavenger hunt will be held if there is no snow. To register, and for more information, call (815) 363-2160 or visit www.ci.mchenry.il.us.

January 18 

Woodstock Library Teen Study Night 

6:30-8 p.m. 

Woodstock Public Library, 414 W. Judd St., Woodstock 

Free 

Teens (grades 6-12) can bring schoolwork and study together on the library’s Upper Level. Pizza and drinks will be provided — or bring food from home. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 338-0542 or visit www.woodstockpubliclibrary.org.