McHenry County News Calendar

Thurs., Feb. 25

Smoothies & Gong will be from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Berries and Greens. An evening of sensations. Begin connecting inward with meditation. From there, move into a sound massage like you have never experienced. It soothes the mind and body, relieving stress and bringing you to a more harmonious state. Finally, we end with a refreshing smoothie of your choice, having time to relax and make new friends. For more information, call 815-444-4637.

Fri., Feb. 26

Food and Wine Pairing: Down Under will be at Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus, 2710 S. Country Club Road in Woodstock from 6 – 9 p.m. Explore the famous wine regions of the Down Under, which helped put Australia on the gastronomy map, along with perfectly matched cuisine. This evening starts with a wine reception with appetizers and proceeds with a five-course wine dinner.

Starline 4^th Fridays will be at Starline Factory, 300 W. Front Street, in Harvard at 6 p.m. The entry fee for this event is $5. The Starline Gallery promises to be yet another fresh and fun art event that delves into the unique culture of the arts and the artists that creates. For more information, visit http://www.starlinefactory.com.

One Man Star Wars will be at 8 p.m. at the Raue Center for the Arts. Best known as the mastermind behind the infamous “One Man Star Wars Trilogy” and “One Man Lord of the Rings,” Charles Ross is a Canadian actor whose talents have become recognized around the globe. For more information, visit rauecenter.org.

Quilt Exhibit will be now through Feb. 29 at the Woodstock Opera House. Nine antique quilts from the McHenry County Historical Society’s collection will be on display. The quilts, dating from the 1860s through 1950s, are available for public viewing from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mon. through Thurs. and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. and Sat. in the Community Room gallery. For more information, call 815-923-2267.

Sat., Feb. 27

Live Pro Wrestling will be from 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. at Premier Studio, 1230 Davis Road in Woodstock. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door, or online at https://www.PremierProWrestling.com. For more information, call 608-770-1221.

McHenry Expo will be at McHenry West Campus High School from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, contact the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce at 815-385-4300 or visit www.mchenrychamber.com.

The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum will host an Antique Appraisal Day from 1 to 4 p.m. at the museum, 6422 Main Street. In Union. The cost is $5 for each object with a maximum of three appraisals per individual. To reserve a 10-minute slot in advance or for more information, call the museum at 815-923-2267.

Nelson Illusions will be at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Raue Center for the Arts. Experience 90 minutes of the best magical entertainment around when Nelson Illusions visit the Raue Center. Nelson Illusions is the largest touring illusion show in the United States. Tickets are @30 and can be purchased online at rauecenter.org or via the Box Office at 815-356-9212 or 26 N. Williams Street in Downtown Crystal Lake.

Sun., Feb. 28

Wine and Canvas at Scorched Earth Brewing Co. will be from 1 – 4 p.m. at 203 Berg Street in Algonquin. Come and be an artists for a day while enjoying the best beer in town! For more information or to register, visit https://www.wineandcanvas.com/wine-and-canvas-calendar-chicago-il.html or call 224-209-8472.