Join the Alumni Association along with ISU Fell Arboretum Outreach Coordinator Sydney Metternich from the comfort of your home as we go on a tour of the trees seen across the Quad.Illinois State’s Fell Arboretum was granted status in 1995 from the International Society of Arboriculture and consists of a 490-acre site established with thousands of trees representing over 225 species.Metternich walks viewers through the history of the Fell Arboretum, takes to the Quad to point out several beloved trees, shares interesting facts about various species, and brings Illinois State to your screen.The virtual event is free to view. Participants can register online now through 4:30 p.m. on January 10. Questions can be sent to Juliana Nelson, assistant director for Alumni Engagement.In the days ahead, once registration is completed, guests will receive an email with a link to take the tour at their leisure

The McHenry County Action Team meets every second Friday of the month at 10 A.M.Meeting type: ZoomContact community co-leader Phil Biage if you have any questions.

Spring proficiency exams taken in departments at 1 p.m.

Fridays, 5:30-6:30 pmThis meeting is for college students and young adults; it moves beyond alcohol and also invites individuals who are concerned about their use of other substances. This is an open meeting, with the meeting type rotating each week of the month. The location is adjacent to the campus, just north of Bowling and Billiards Center.

It’s time to “let it go” and give yourself, your family and your friends this perfect holiday experience with Tony Award nominee Disney’s Frozen. Set in the magical kingdom of Arendelle, royal sisters Elsa and Anna navigate love, loyalty, and Elsa’s uncontrollable powers. Disney’s Frozen is a powerful fable that captures the essence of self-discovery and the power of love.Be a part of the experience with fellow Redbirds and enjoy a matinee performance along with a reception complete with appetizers, open bar, and some fun trivia.Saturday, January 1111:30 a.m., pre-show reception @ Meyer Ballroom, North Island Center, 8 East Galena Blvd., Aurora2 p.m., showtime @ The Paramount Theatre, 23 East Galena Blvd., AuroraCost is $95 per person (a savings of $45) and includes the pre-show reception with appetizers and two hours of standard open bar as well as a ticket on the main floor in the orchestra level, center stage. Register by December 19 (or until capacity is reached) online or by calling Alumni Engagement at (309) 438-2586 during regular business hours (8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday). Tickets will be distributed at the pre-show reception.

The value of travel as a means for individuals to open their minds to other cultures and learn the contribution of citizens from around the globe was impressed upon Hazle Buck Ewing in 1924. It was then that she embarked on an international trek around the world with her husband, Davis, and their oldest son, Ralph. Their 14-month journey covered 22 countries and provided life-changing experiences that convinced Hazle individuals of all nationalities desire to live a life of peace and security. In her writings about the adventure, Hazle noted that “if every world citizen could take the same trip we had taken, there would be no more war.”Ability to climb stairs required. Parking is across the street at St. John’s Lutheran Church. For additional information contact (309) 438-6333.