Sunday picks: Legendary Mel Brooks screens 'Saddles'
Laugh master
The multitalented comedy genius Mel Brooks is on hand for a special screening of his 1970s western spoof "Blazing Saddles" on Sunday at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., Chicago. $78.50-$93.50. (800) 745-3000 or thechicagotheatre.com. 3 p.m. Sunday, June 12
Awesome again
The latest family-friendly 4D film "Lego Nexo Knights: The Book of Creativity" makes its debut this weekend at the Legoland Discovery Center Chicago at Streets of Woodfield, 601 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg. Tickets start at $15.30 if purchased online. (847) 592-9700 or legolanddiscoverycenter.com/chicago. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 12
1940s journeys
Learn about journeys behind enemy lines of occupied France during World War II as part of the special historical "Rails to Victory" train events this weekend at the Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. $15-$16.50. (847) 697-4676 or foxtrolley.org. 10:30, 11, 11:30 a.m., 2, 2:30, 3 and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, June 12
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. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 12
Serious blues
Shemekia Copeland, Irma Thomas and Toronzo Cannon are just some of the headliners for the Chicago Blues Festival this weekend at Grant Park near the intersection of Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard, Chicago. No admission charge. (312) 742-3918 or chicagobluesfestival.us. 11 a.m. to 9:30 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. Sunday, June 12
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
Funny moves
Comic actors from The Second City and dancers from the modern dance troupe Hubbard Street Dance Chicago team up for a revival of the critically acclaimed collaboration "The Art of Falling" for a 10-performance run starting Thursday at Millennium Park's Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph Drive, Chicago. $30-$99. (312) 334-7777 or hubbardstreetdance.com. 3 p.m. Sunday, June 12
Immature humor
Comedian Bert Kreischer ("Bert the Conqueror," the Travel Channel's "Trip Flip") shows off his standup routines dealing with his life as a "man-child" starting Friday at the Improv Comedy Showcase at Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. $22 plus a two-item purchase. (847) 240-2001 or chicago.improv.com. 7 p.m. Sunday, June 12
Upcoming concerts
Jeanie B!: Noon Sunday, June 12, in the red bandshell at Cantigny Park, 1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Kids' concert. Lawn seating; chairs and blankets welcome. Free with paid $10 parking fee. (630) 668-5161 or cantigny.org.
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma with members of Chicago Symphony Orchestra in "A Distant Mirror": 3 p.m. Sunday, June 12, Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. $70-$99. (800) 223-7114 or (312) 294-3000 or visit cso.org.
Organ soloist Katie Moss: 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 12, Christ Lutheran Church, 41 S. Rohlwing Road, Palatine. Free; a freewill offering will be taken. (847) 358-4600 or clcpalatine.org.
Groundspeed: 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 12, Capannari Ice Cream, 10 S. Pine St., Mount Prospect. Part of Capannari Ice Cream's Concerts in the Park series. Bring a picnic dinner, lawn chair for seating. Free. (847) 392-2277 or capannaris.com.
Florence and the Machine: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 12, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, 19100 S. Ridegland, Tinley Park. Indie rock. $21-$160. (708) 614-1616 or livenation.com.
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: 8 p.m. Sunday, June 12, in pavilion at Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Rock, pop. $80-$100. Lawn seats $38-$43. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
R-Gang at Independence Grove Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, Millennia Plaza amphitheater at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. motown, funk, sould, R&B. Picnic baskets welcome. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating. Parking is $6 per car after 5 p.m. on concert days for all preserve visitors. Cars are turned away when parking is full. To learn if lot is full or if concert has been cancelled due to rain, call (847) 968-3497 or lcfpd.org.
Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lutrell, James & the Drifters: 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, at Lincoln Hall, 2424 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. $25. (773) 525-2501 or lh-st.com.
Libido Funk Circus at "Rockin' in the Park" concert series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 16, MB Financial Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont, Rock. Food and beverage tents on the park's great lawn. Musical fireworks display after show. Free. rosemont.com.
Information is provided by entertainment venues. Check with venue before purchasing tickets. For more concert listings, visit dailyherald.com/calendar.