Plan ahead: Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues at the Raue

Hops happening

The Lake County Craft Beer Festival returns Feb. 22 with music, food and lots of libations from local, regional and national breweries at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. $50-$60 (includes 25 sample tickets and a souvenir glass); $80 VIP early admission; $10 designated driver. Must be 21 years or older to attend. (847) 680-7200 or lcfair.com. 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 (VIP entry at 4 p.m.)

Blues folk

Get ready to jam along with Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues with Ernie Watts and Lynne Jordan in concert at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. $25-$35. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.org. 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29