Woodstock Public Library

Once upon a time, many ancient marriages were by capture, not consent. From Queen Victoria to the brides of southern Wisconsin, this program looks at the traditions, superstitions, and customs influencing celebrity and society weddings, historical lakeshore extravaganzas, and local ceremonies over time. Presented by Chris Brookes of Black Point Estate Speakers Bureau, part of the Wisconsin Historical Society.&nbsp; Free to attend, but registration is required. Reserve your seat at this event at:&nbsp;<a href="https://woodstock.librarycalendar.com/event/wedded-bliss-through-ages-12865" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">woodstock.librarycalendar.com/event/wedded-bliss-through-ages-12865</a>

Local Event: Wedded Bliss Through the Ages

McHenry County

Woodstock

Illinois

Wedded Bliss Through the Ages

Once upon a time, many ancient marriages were by capture, not consent. From Queen Victoria to the brides of southern Wisconsin,...

McHenry County College

Theatre 121 and the Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College present this heartwarming production based on the Miramax motion picture, Calendar Girls. Directed by Jay Geller, this theatrical performance follows a group of women who inspire and empower through their unique story. 
*Content warning: Calendar Girls includes adult themes such as cancer, grief, and brief implied nudity, and may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Local Event: Calendar Girls, a stage play (matinee)

Calendar Girls, a stage play (matinee)

Theatre 121 and the Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College present this heartwarming production based on the Miramax...

Local Event: Calendar Girls, a stage play

Calendar Girls, a stage play

Woodstock Square Mall

Woodstock IL

Woodstock Square Mall Paranormal Investigation

Luebke Acres

Prenatal & Postpartum Gathering

Our Studio

Paint & Sip: Spring Mushrooms Painting Party!

Rancho Las Trojes

Cinco de Mayo Fest

May the 4th: Family Star Wars Party

Woodstock Opera House

Woodstock Community Choir - Songs of the Skies & Seas

Songs of the Skies and Seas: A Musical Journey

Learn how to grow native plants and adopt environmentally friendly practices to bring the beauty of flowers to our yards while providing important habitats for our local wildlife with Christine Kustra of McHenry County Conservation District. Free to attend, but advance registration is required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Planting for Pollinators

Planting for Pollinators

Learn how to grow native plants and adopt environmentally friendly practices to bring the beauty of flowers to our yards while...

Read Between The Lynes

Release Party for Death's Daughter with Author S.A. Barnes

Join us for a special literary event featuring beloved authors Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg, two master storytellers known for their deeply human characters, emotional insight, and beautifully crafted prose. Both writers illuminate the extraordinary in everyday life, exploring love, loss, resilience, and the quiet triumphs that shape us. In conversation, Hamilton and Berg will reflect on their shared Midwestern roots, their approaches to character and voice, and offer sneak previews on what comes next. Read Between the Lynes will have books available for purchase and signing.

Local Event: An Evening with Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg

An Evening with Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg

Join us for a special literary event featuring beloved authors Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg, two master storytellers known...

Sarah Taylor of the Colonel Palmer House will return to share the fascinating history of indigenous and early settler native plant usage in McHenry County. From earth to kitchen, discover the science behind safe, modern-day practices and native plant knowledge that has survived for thousands of years.

Local Event: Historic Relationships with the Land and Peoples of McHenry County

Historic Relationships with the Land and...

Sarah Taylor of the Colonel Palmer House will return to share the fascinating history of indigenous and early settler native...

Historic Relationships with the Land and Peoples of McHenry County

In celebration of Prairie Roots, the library’s ongoing native landscaping project, join us for a watercolor workshop from Chicagoland art instructor Audrey Ra.
Participants will receive hands-on instruction to create a beautiful watercolor purple coneflower painting.
This class is open to adults ages 18 and up. Limit 30. Free to attend, but registration is required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Watercolor Wildflower Workshop

Watercolor Wildflower Workshop

In celebration of Prairie Roots, the library’s ongoing native landscaping project, join us for a watercolor workshop from...

Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman. You will experience many tones and frequencies that pull us to a peaceful place within, with the poetry adding to inspire and deepen the experience. Presented by Sven Hansen, certified sound healer. Free to attend, but advance registration is required.

Local Event: A Sound Healing Experience with the Poetry of Walt Whitman

A Sound Healing Experience with the Poetry of...

Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman. You will...

A Sound Healing Experience with the Poetry of Walt Whitman

Rich Tobiasz, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, and instructor at McHenry County College will present a lecture for beginners on the basics of seed saving for home gardeners and foragers. This program is sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension. Free to attend, but advance registration is required.

Local Event: Seed Saving for Beginners

Seed Saving for Beginners

Rich Tobiasz, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, and instructor at McHenry County College will present a lecture for beginners...

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