Thursday, August 13 — Bites & Business
9:00–10:30 a.m., Cesaroni’s Café & Deli, 236 Main Street, Woodstock. A casual networking opportunity for local business owners and professionals. Open to Chamber members and nonmembers; attendees purchase their own food. Details and registration
Friday, August 14 — Rhythm & Brews featuring The Blooze Brothers
Food and beverages begin at 6:00 p.m.; music at 7:00 p.m. on the Woodstock Square. A free community concert featuring the music and spirit of the Blues Brothers. Event details
More events in August…
Saturday, August 15 — Hot August Night Benefit Car Show
4:00–8:00 p.m., Woodstock Square. The 29th annual show features classic cars, trucks and motorcycles, music and food vendors. Spectators attend free; show-vehicle registration is $20. Event information
Sunday, August 16 — Planet Palooza: Celebrate Our Local Nonprofits
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Woodstock Square; nonprofit booths are open until 3:00 p.m. Meet organizations doing essential work throughout McHenry County, learn about their services and explore possible volunteer connections. Live entertainment and food trucks follow from 1:00–4:00 p.m. This may be of particular interest to Rotarians seeking future service partners. Planet Palooza details
Tuesday, August 18 — Connecting Across Cultures in the Workplace
10:00–11:00 a.m., Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce, 101 N. Johnson Street. Gigi Kuhn will discuss cultural differences in communication, customer relationships and the workplace, followed by an interactive conversation. Free for Chamber members; $25 for nonmembers. Details and registration
Friday, August 21 — Chicago Latin Band
7:00–9:00 p.m., Woodstock Square. A free evening of Latin American music, culture and dancing led by Ecuadorian drummer, composer and educator Andres Lopez. City event information
Sunday, August 23 — Family Fun Day
Noon–4:00 p.m., Woodstock Square. A free afternoon of activities for children and families; food will be available for purchase. Family Fun Day details
Saturday, August 29 — Brass in the Barnyard
Noon–4:00 p.m., Hooved Animal Humane Society, 10804 McConnell Road, Woodstock. Meet rescued horses and enjoy an 18-piece jazz band in a family-friendly setting. Admission is free; donations support the care of horses in need. Event details
Sunday, August 30 — McHenry County College Community Block Party
Noon–5:00 p.m., MCC’s main campus, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. Free admission, live music, family activities and food trucks offer an informal opportunity to connect with the college and broader county community. Block party details