Enjoy a performance by the Northern Illinois University Chamber Choir, a select, 24-piece ensemble comprised of vocal performance and music education majors at the graduate and undergraduate levels, from 3-4 p.m. Feb. 18 at ‘The Listening Room’ at the Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake.

February 15

Family Matinee
4 p.m.
Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo
Free

All ages are welcome to attend a screening of the 2015 mega-hit animated film “Frozen” (rated PG). Beverages and snacks will be provided. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 568-8236 or visit www.muld.org.

February 16

Bella Button
10 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
Free

See hard-hitting country/rock band Bella Button perform in concert at this popular area bar and eatery. For more information, call (847) 526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

February 17

Valentine’s Comedy Show
8 p.m.
Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake
$20-$25

This comedy show features edgy, down-to-earth, Southern-style comedian Rachel Bradley, co-host of the top-rated Titus Podcast as “Bombshell Rae,” and long-running club and college circuit comedian Kevin Bozeman, a 2010 semifinalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” This show is intended for ages 18 and up. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

Bonnie Koloc
8 p.m.
Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock
$25

See legendary folk/blues/jazz singer/songwriter Bonnie Koloc and her band perform songs from the recent album, “Seems Like Yesterday,” as well as memorable favorites. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call the box office at (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse. com.

February 18

Winter Bird Hike
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

Grab your warmest winter gear and your favorite optics, and then hike on local trails to search for both winter migrants and resident birds in this Bird The Preserves event. To register, and for more information, call (847) 381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

NIU School of Music Showcase: Chamber Choir
3-4 p.m.
‘The Listening Room’ at the Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
$8

Enjoy a performance by the Northern Illinois University Chamber Choir, a select, 24-piece ensemble comprised of vocal performance and music education majors at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Online ticket sales will end at noon Feb. 16. To purchase tickets, and for more information, call (815) 455-8000 or visit www.lakesideartspark.org.

February 19

DuSable Mobile Museum
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Algonquin Area Public Library District Main Library, 2600 Harnish Drive, Algonquin
Free

Stop by the library’s parking lot to experience African-American history inside the DuSable Mobile Museum, a traveling, interactive exhibit which explores the life and times of Jean Baptiste DuSable, an African-Haitian who became the first non-native person to establish a permanent settlement in Chicago, in 1779. For more information, call (847) 458-6060 or visit www.aapld.info.

Kids’ No School Movie
1 p.m.
Johnsburg Public Library, 3000 N. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg
Free

Kids can spend part of a day with no school by watching the new DVD release of the animated adventure film, “Hedgehogs” (rated PG) on the library’s large screen. Free movie treats will be provided. Advance registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (815) 344-0077 or visit www.johnsburglibrary.org.

February 21

Canines of McHenry County
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Fox River Grove Memorial Library, 407 Lincoln Ave., Fox River Grove
Free

Discover the different species of the canine family that call McHenry County home in this all-ages family show, presented by the McHenry County Conservation District. The presentation will explore the similarities and differences of these “wild cousins,” and features hands-on artifacts, including skins and skulls. Registration is required. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 639-2274 or visit www.frgml.org.

February 22

The Lunchbox Blues
5:30-7 p.m.
REC Center (Multi-Purpose Room), 12015 Mill St., Huntley
$21 (residents), $31 (nonresidents)

In this Huntley Park District program (for ages 10 and up with an adult), nutrition and kitchen coach Joyce Lande will provide tips for packing nutritious lunches designed to keep young students healthy and happy at the same time. The program also includes interactive games; bring a lunchbox to participate. The registration deadline is Feb. 19. To sign up, and for more information, call (847) 669-3180 or visit www.huntleyparks.org.

–McHenry County Calendar of Events Feb. 15 – Feb. 22–