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  • Dec 12 Friday

    J. R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday (Dec 12th)

    Rockford Public Library Nordlof Center
    $35
    07:30 PM - 09:30 PM on Fri, 12 Dec 2025

    On December 12th & 13th, the production features a festive blend of holiday and popular music, comedy sketches, and storytelling, performed by a talented ensemble of regional and local musicians and actors. It’s a joyful celebration of the season and the spirit of community.

    Jim Sullivan, Artistic Director of Rockford's New American Theater from 1972 to 1994, originally launched Hometown Holiday in 1994 and continued the tradition for 25 years before announcing its final curtain in 2019. However, overwhelming public demand led to a triumphant return in 2022. The community looks forward to Sullivan's return each year with this holiday event.

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  • Dec 13 Saturday

    J. R. Sullivan's Hometown Holiday (Dec 13th)

    Rockford Public Library Nordlof Center
    $35
    03:00 PM - 05:00 PM on Sat, 13 Dec 2025

    The production features a festive blend of holiday and popular music, comedy sketches, and storytelling, performed by a talented ensemble of regional and local musicians and actors. It’s a joyful celebration of the season and the spirit of community.

    Jim Sullivan, Artistic Director of Rockford's New American Theater from 1972 to 1994, originally launched Hometown Holiday in 1994 and continued the tradition for 25 years before announcing its final curtain in 2019. However, overwhelming public demand led to a triumphant return in 2022. The community looks forward to Sullivan's return each year with this holiday event.

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  • Mar 21 Saturday

    Local Author Showcase

    Woodstock Public Library
    10:00 AM - 03:00 PM on Sat, 21 Mar 2026

    Join us as we celebrate the diverse and talented authors of McHenry County. Local authors will be on hand to display and discuss their latest work. Whether you’re a book lover, aspiring author, or simply curious about the literary scene in McHenry County, this is an event you won’t want to miss! A list of participating authors with be available starting March 4 on our website.
    Date: Saturday/March 21
    Time: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

    Are you a local author? Would you like an exhibit table at our Local Author Showcase? If you live in Woodstock, McHenry County, have a close connection to the community, or have books set in McHenry County, consider being part of our Local Author Showcase. Self-published authors welcome. Contact katieb@woodstockil.info or carriez@woodstockil.info for an application and more information. Deadline to register is February 27.

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