Don your little black dress and gather your girlfriends for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) to enjoy special drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, chocolate, jewelry, entertainment and more for the Little Black Dress Party from 6-10 p.m. Feb. 16 at Bull Valley Golf Club, 1311 Club Road, Woodstock.

February 16 

Yoga for Kids 

6 p.m. 

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

Free 

Kids (grades 5-8) can join certified yoga and special education instructor Jean Masukevich to learn about the strength, wisdom and discipline needed to quiet the mind and release stress through yoga poses. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 639-2274 or visit www.frgml.com.

February 16 

Creative Living Series: David Catlin 

10 a.m. 

Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock 

$25 

In this session of the Woodstock Fine Arts Association’s Creative Living Series, actor/playwright/director/teacher David Catlin will share the journey he began as a student at Northwestern University in 1998 en route to becoming a founding member of Chicago’s highly acclaimed Lookingglass Theatre Company. For tickets, and more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

February 16 

Little Black Dress Party 

6-10 p.m. 

Bull Valley Golf Club, 1311 Club Road, Woodstock 

$50 (in advance), $60 (at the door) 

Don your little black dress and gather your girlfriends to enjoy special drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, chocolate, jewelry, entertainment and more in this fundraiser for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children). For tickets, and more information, call (779) 994-4398 or visit www.casamchenrycounty.org.

February 17 

A History of Nintendo Gaming 

3:30-4:30 p.m. 

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

Free 

Teens (grades 6-12) can stop by to learn about the history of the iconic gaming system, N64, and enjoy tournament-style play. For more information, call (847) 587-0198 or visit www2.youseemore.com.

February 17 

Richard Marx 

8 p.m. 

Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake 

$49-$56 

See pop-rock singer/songwriter/producer Richard Marx perform in concert. A Chicago native, Marx has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide during his decades-long career. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

February 17 

Family Friday Night Movie 

6 p.m. 

Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo 

Free 

All ages are welcome to attend a screening of the 2016 family film, “Surf’s Up 2: Wave Mania” (rated PG). Beverages and a snack will be provided. To register, and for more information, call (815) 568-8236 or visit www.muld.org.

February 18 

Nature at Night Pajama Party 

7-9 p.m. 

Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake 

$3 (residents), $5 (non-residents) 

In this McHenry County Conservation District event, kids (ages 5-13) can get into some comfy pajamas for an evening of games, stories and activities — all about nocturnal animals. The entire program will take place indoors. Dessert and hot chocolate will be provided. To register, and for more information, call (815) 338-6223 or visit www.mccdistrict.org.

February 20 

Presidents’ Day Ice Hockey Game 

9 a.m. to noon 

Jaycee Park Pond, 650 Cary-Algonquin Road, Cary 

$12 (residents), $18 (non-residents) 

Take advantage of no school on Presidents’ Day to gather friends for a 6-on-6 ice hockey game on the pond. Hot chocolate and snacks will be provided in the Jaycee Park Shelter. Bring your own hockey stick; a limited number of sticks will be available. Mouth guards and protective gear are recommended. To register, and for more information, call (847) 639-6100 or visit www.carypark.com.

February 20 

Presidential Gardens 

7 p.m. 

Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg 

Free 

Celebrate Presidents’ Day with presenter Rich Tobias, who will discuss the rich legacy of presidential gardens, from Mount Vernon and Monticello to the Kennedy Rose Garden at the White House. Advance registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsbsurglibrary.org.

February 21 

Color On: Coloring for Adults 

8 p.m. 

Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley 

Free 

Adults (ages 16 and up) can enjoy some relaxation time by coloring, listening to music and socializing. Coloring sheets and a limited number of colored pencils and markers will be provided — or bring your own for more variety. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 669-5386 or visit www.huntleylibrary.org.