May 2008
Beginning May 6 - October 28
Woodstock Farmers Market, on the Historic Woodstock Square. Every Tuesday and Saturday features the finest in local produce, flowers, organics, baked goods and other treats. Market hours: 8am - 1:30pm. Saturday market includes live entertainment. For a list of vendors, entertainment and special features: www.woodstockfarmersmarket.org.May 3 & 4
Scrap-A-Train Weekend, Illinois Railway Museum, Union. , A scrapbooking event! The first 150 paying adults each day will receive a coupon for a make-and-take project featuring a train-theme scrapbook page. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.orgMay 6
Romeo & Juliet at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm. Worlds collide as this Shakespeare classic is set in a futuristic Verona. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.orgMay 9,10,11 & 16,17,18
"Urinetown" presented by Riverview Theatre Company, McHenry. Call box office for show times and tickets 815-354-7796May 9
Al Stewart with guitarist Dave Nachmanoff at the Woodstock Opera House, Woodstock, 7pm. A folk and pop legend on both sides of the Atlantic, Al Stewart has written and recorded over twenty albums with of timeless tunes including the platinum selling albums "Year of the Cat" and "Time Passages". .
www.woodstockoperahouse.com 815-338-5300
The Mystery of King Tut at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm. This musical tells the stories of the "boy king" who ruled Egypt in the 14th century B.C.. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
May 10
3 Blonde Moms at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm & 9pm. This top notch, high energy show is jam packed and full of hysterical material about being a mom, having a mom, husbands, in-laws and more. Staring Joanie Fagan, Helen Keaney and Maryellen Hooper. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
Spring Car Corral & Festival, Volo Auto Museum, Buy or sell your collector car here. Hundreds of great cars, plus antiques and craft vendors, food, music, beer garden and more. 847-385-3644. www.volocars.com
Battle of the Bands, Cary Park District/Lions Park Rotary Band Shell , Local teen bands will have a chance to compete against their peers and possibly move on to play at the State Battle of the Bands competition. Information and competition packets are available at the Cary Park District 847-639-6100 www.carypark.com
Garden Party, Downtown Crystal Lake, 10am-4pm. Good things are blooming in Downtown Crystal Lake with flowers, garden decorations and demonstrations. For information: 815-479-0835 www.downtowncl.org.
May 11
Mother's Day, Illinois Railway Museum, Union. All Moms admitted free when accompanied by at least on fare-paying child or adult. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org
Moms Get Royal Treatment, Volo Auto Museum, Moms invited to climb into the Princess Diana Rolls Royce for once-in-a-lifetime photo. 847-385-3644. www.volocars.com
May 15
Salute! Farm & Vineyard, Woodstock. 6-8pm, Salute! introduces Primo Rosso, the first wine produced from its Woodstock vineyard. Enjoy the initial offering at La Petite Creperie on the Woodstock Square including wine, appetizers and entertainment. Call for reservations 815-337-0765May 17
Melissa Manchester at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. . Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.org
Scout Day, Illinois Railway Museum, Union. Boy and Girl Scout troops participate in a day-long event; including flag ceremony, awarding of badges and tours of the museum 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.org
May 18
Fair Diddley, on the Historic Woodstock Square , Featuring the best in regional and national art and craft vendors throughout the square. Enjoy entertainment, food and fun. www.awaketowoodstock.com
Mother/Daughter Tea (aunts & grandmas can come too!), Victorian Rose Garden B&B, Algonquin. 1-2:30pm, enjoy an afternoon together with a little dress-up time and dessert tea in historic downtown Algonquin. Start at My Secret Garden for dress-up and pictures and then stroll over the Victorian Rose Garden for "dainties" and teatime. $30/couple ($15 each additional guest). Reservations required: 847-854-9667 www.sleepandeat.com
May 24, 25, 26
Memorial Day Weekend , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. , The summer season begins! Diesel and electric trains will operate all three days. Enjoy the West End Jazz Band on Monday. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.orgMay 28
John Hegner in concert, Historic Woodstock Square, Singer-songwriter-pianist, Hegner will perform at the CD release for his new album "254" on the bandstand in the park on the square. CD signing party to follow at Stage Left Cafe. Suggested donation of $5 to benefit "Project: Stage Left Cafe Sound System." In the event of rain, performance will be in Stage Left Cafe. For details, 815-814-3264.June 2008
Woodstock City Band Concerts, Every Wednesday at 7:30pm on the Historic Woodstock Square 815-338-5300, www.woodstockoperahouse.com
Farmers Markets
Downtown Crystal Lake, Saturdays June - October 8am-1pm. A bounty of the area's freshest produce, flowers, baked goods and more. 815-479-0835 www.downtowncl.org.
Woodstock Farmers Market, on the Historic Woodstock Square. Every Tuesday and Saturday features the finest in local produce, flowers, organics, baked goods and other treats. Market hours: 8am - 1:30pm. Saturday market includes live entertainment. For a list of vendors, entertainment and special features: www.woodstockfarmersmarket.org.
Huntley's Farmers Market, on the town square, Coral St. between Church St. and Woodstock St. Saturdays June 7th - September 27th, 8am-12pm www.huntley.il.us
Friday Evenings 7pm-9pm
Classic Car Cruise Nights, historic downtown Richmond, Classic cars displayed in the downtown area while a 50's style DJ spins the oldies. 815-678-4040 www.richmond-il.comJune 1
Artists for the Arts at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7pm. . A benefit concert for the Raue featuring Corky Seigel, Susan Werner, Dave Sarkis, and local favorite Robbins & Wheeler. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.orgJune 6-8
67th Annual Harvard Milk Days, Harvard, The Granddaddy of them all, Illinois' longest running festival. A true slice of Americana featuring midway rides, ag. demonstrations, antique tractor show, food, entertainment and more. Don't miss Saturday's parade on the "Milky Way" (Ayers St.) as well as fireworks each night. www.milkdays.comJune 8
Ruben Brown Motorcycle Run, Woodstock Harley Davidson/Galt Airport Post Party, 8am registration at Woodstock Harley Davidson, 12pm Post Run Party at Galt Airport, Greenwood. Car/Bike Show, Live Music, Games, Food & Drink, Silent Auction, Celebrity Cars on Display, Raffles, and more all for charity. www.galtfestivals.comJune 13 - 14
Woodstock Music Fest 4, The best in local, regional and national music in downtown Woodstock. 815-338-2436June 14
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy-A Summer Swing Concert! at the Raue Center, Crystal Lake, 7:30pm. Get your tickets fast, this show has been a sell-out two years in a row!. Tickets available at box office, 26 N. Williams St, Crystal Lake or by calling 815-356-9212. www.rauecenter.orgJune 15
Father's Day, Illinois Railway Museum, Union, All Dads admitted for half price when accompanied by one fare paying child or adult. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.orgJune 21 & 22
Chicago Weekend , Illinois Railway Museum, Union. Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the last day of streetcar operation in Chicago. The past lives on as you ride Chicago streetcars, trolley coaches, "L" trains, and interurbans and commuter trains that served Chicago. 1-800-BIG-RAIL www.irm.orgJune 26 - 29
Lakeside Festival, Lakeside Legacy Arts Park-Crystal Lake, Enjoy a fabulous family-friendly event featuring music, the Taste by the Lake, midway rides and games, beer/wine tent, art show, tours of the historic Dole Mansion and more. 2008 musical headliners include Smoking Popes. 815-455-8000 www.lakesidelegacy.orgJune 28
Expect A Miracle Foundation Car Show, Volo Auto Museum. Hundreds of classic and custom cars expected to arrive for this fund-raising event for Expect a Miracle. 815-385-3644 www.volocars.com
Chain O Lakes Eagle 2008 Air Show. Come see what radio controlled airplane flying is all about and give it a try. Flight demonstrations, displays, flight training, aerobatics, and food on-site. Location: 5707 Pioneer Rd., Ringwood, 8am-3pm. Free Admission
America's Cardboard Cup Regatta, Crystal Lake, Considered the championship of Cardboard boat racing with over 180 competing cardboard boats. Enjoy an exciting family-friendly day at the lake.
June 29
A Day at Petersen Farm, 10am-4pm, presented by the City of McHenry Landmark Commission, a fair honoring ag. heritage and farm life in the 1860's at the city-owned Petersen Farm. Tractor and farm equipment exhibits, farm animals and garden crops. Demonstrations including canning, baking, quilting, cornhusk dolls and more. Hayrides, music, refreshments. Free Admission. 815-385-0191 www.ci.mchenry.il.us- January - February
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