Budget-friendly fun: Aurora GreenFest, art fest, Batavia Ice Cream Social and more
Free
'misplaced/displaced'
See works by Wheaton-based painter Danielle Crilly in the new "misplaced/displaced" art exhibit at Re-invent Gallery, 202 Wisconsin Ave., Lake Forest. Crilly has a refugee-related theme in many of her works. Free; donations accepted at exhibit's opening reception for the Renew not-for-profit organization in Wheaton. (224) 544-5961 or reinventlf.com. Open during regular gallery hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; Sunday by appointment; through Saturday, July 16. Opening night reception from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 10
Going green
Learn about making the world a healthier place at Aurora GreenFest at the Prisco Community Center and McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora. The family event features healthy living activities, a community trade show, a children's eco-village, an auto and bike expo, food and more. Free. auroragreenfest.com. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Brass band's silver anniversary
The Illinois Brass Band celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special concert at First United Methodist Church, 1903 E. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. The program features selections from the band's concerts during the last 25 years and the premiere of "Fanfare of Commemoration" by Andrew Wainwright. The piece was commissioned specifically for the anniversary concert. Former Illinois Brass Band members are invited to bring their musical instruments to join the group in the final number. Free; donations accepted. illinoisbrassband.org. 7 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Here's the scoop
Enjoy ice cream sundaes and play old-fashioned games at the Batavia Ice Cream Social, during Batavia Flag Day, at the Batavia Riverwalk, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Other highlights include the formation of a human flag, soapbox derby races, raffles, music performances by the Batavia Community Band and an All Things Batavia Red/White/Blue Market. Free. bataviaflagday.com. 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 12
$15 and under
Classical evening
Pianist Shani Diluka presents a classical concert featuring works by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy and others in Bennett Gordon Hall at Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Admission is $10. No lawn sales. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org. Gates open at 5 p.m.; concert at 6 p.m. Friday, June 10
Japan Festival 2016
Celebrate the culture and traditions of Japan at Japan Festival 2016 at the Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Event features authentic Japanese fare, art, music, martial arts demonstrations, flower arranging, Taiko (Japanese drums), Minyo (Japanese folk dance) and more. $5 for ages 18 and older at the door. japanfest-chicago.org. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 12
A day at the fair
Step back in time to the late 19th century at the Spring Valley Country Fair at the Volkening Heritage Farm at Spring Valley, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. This old-fashioned community fair showcases livestock exhibits, farm equipment, games, a bake sale, music and more. $3 per person; $12 per family; free for ages 3 and younger. parkfun.com. Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 11-12
'Monty Python & The Holy Grail'
See a screening of a special quote-along and singalong version of the 1975 comedy film "Monty Python & The Holy Grail" at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Guests are invited to attend in costume. Commemorative coconuts (related to the film) will be sold at the door. The screening of the PG-rated film is a fundraiser for the After Hours Film Society's 14th Annual "Say It In Eight" Student Film Festival. Admission is $8 for AHFS members and students with an ID; $12 general admission. afterhoursfilmsociety.com. 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 13