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March 2008


Festival of the Sugar Maples - March 1,2 & 8,9 (10a.m. - 3p.m.)
Discover how maple syrup is made from the sap of maple tress. Dress for a half-mile hike. Coral Woods Conservation Area, Marengo
www.mccdistrict.org
815-338-6223

March 1
Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. An exuberant fusion of live music, comedy, singing and a dazzling array of percussive dance forms deeply rooted in many cultures. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
March 2
Count Basie Orchestra at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 4:30pm & 7pm. The legendary all-American big band, still swinging, still growing Count Basie Orchestra will present it's timeless, priceless and still genuine article. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
March 3
Scrabble Tournament, Read Between the Lynes bookshop, Woodstock, Go head to head with fellow Scrabble players for a chance to be the grand prize winner. Registration and fee required. 815-206-5967
March 8
One Night of Queen at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. An explosive evening that gives you all of the Queen classics from Killer Queen to Bohemian Rhapsody. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
March 14
Moby Dick Rehearsed, by the Acting Company at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. Theatre enthusiasts will love what Orson Welles created out of that most famous tale, Moby Dick. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
March 15
Colin Quinn - St. Patty's Day Comedy at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm & 9pm. Spend the evening with the fine Irish lad who has graced the airwaves on Saturday Night Live and MTV. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
March 22
Lunch with the Bunny, Downtown Crystal Lake, 11am-1pm. Children enjoy lunch with the Easter Bunny at Old Town Hall, music, games, gifts and photo for each child. For information and reservations: 815-479-0835 www.downtowncl.org.

April 2008


April 4
Cherryholmes at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. Considered America's new first family of bluegrass with hard-driving instrumental virtuosity and explosive vocal harmonies. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
April 5,6,7 & 11,12,13
"Bugsy Malone, Jr." presented by Riverview Theatre Company, McHenry. Call box office for show times and tickets 815-354-7796
April 5

Nothin' Up My Sleeve 6 at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm. Back by popular demand-some of the Midwest's finest magicians and entertainers combine tricks, sleight of hand, amazing illusions, juggling and ventriloquism. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org

Rainbow Trout Fishing Season Opens , A sure sign of spring! The Hollows and Piscasaw Creek conservation sites have been stocked with 2,200 Rainbow Trout in anticipation of opening day. Anglers over 16 year of age must have valid IL fishing license and inland trout stamp. Call McHenry County Conservation District for more information 815-338-6223 www.mccdistrict.org.


April 12

Festival of Four-A World of Music on a Single Stage at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. Passion, spirit and raw emotion come to life as a world of musical possibilities unveil this quartet featuring lively Spanish, Latin, Italian, Hungarian and Russian selections. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org

Family Kite Fly, Lions Park-Cary 10-11:30am, Cary Park District. Celebrate National Kite Flying Month and the arrival of Spring. Bring your own kite or purchase a kite craft kit on-site. Pre-registration is required for competitive kite flyers. Call the Cary Park District for more information at 847-639-6100 www.carypark.com


April 18

Jim Brickman at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. Jim Brickman returns to Raue Center to present his revolutionary sound of adult contemporary music with his pop-style solo piano. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org

National Poetry Month Open Mic Night, Read Between the Lynes-Woodstock, 7pm. Celebrate poetry month with local poet Ann Anderson and anyone who wants to take park in reading their own poem or their published favorite. Non-participants are welcome to relax and enjoy the readings of other. 815-206-5967.


April 19

Chris Brubeck's Triple Play at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. This dynamic ensemble performs everything including jazz, folk, blues and classics. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org

Earth Day Celebration, McHenry County Conservation District, Prairieview Education Center, Crystal Lake, 12-4pm. Contact Prairieview Education Center for more information at 815-479-5779, or www.mccdistrict.org.

Gold Rush Gala - Pioneer Center for Human Services, The Annual Champagne and Pearls gala takes place at the spectacular Sanfilippo Victorian Palace Barrington Hills. Event benefits the many programs and services of the Pioneer Center for Human Services. Call for details and tickets 815-759-7144


April 26

Ain't Misbehavin'at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 3pm & 7:30pm. The music of Fats Waller inspires this history making Broadway musical. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org

Foxford Hills Golf Club Community Day, 12-3pm , Cary Park District. An afternoon of fun with the family. Kids can enjoy jumping in inflatables while adults can hit some golf balls and receive a complimentary lesson from one of the golf pros on staff. Enjoy complimentary snacks, hot dogs and beverage. Call the Cary Park District for more information at 847-639-6100 www.carypark.com


April 27
Showcase Brunch & Silent Auction to benefit Woodstock Mozart Festival, Lakeside Center/Dole Mansion Crystal Lake, 11am - 2pm. Bringing together 18 of the finest chefs and caterers to raise funds for the 21st season of the Woodstock Mozart Festival to take place August 2-17, 2008. Call for Showcase information 847-497-3269. www.mozartfest.org



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McHenry County, Illinois is located approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago with easy access from I-90. The Fox River Valley and Chain O' Lakes region borders to the east giving way to quaint villages and expansive rolling countryside to the west. The county is traversed by routes 20, 31, 47, 120, 173 and 176 making it a convenient escape from all parts of northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.