Lake Co. arts & entertainment
Includes plays, films, festivals, art exhibits and receptions, concerts, dance shows and more. Deadline is two weeks before event.
May 3
Long Grove Chocolate Festival: Last day of event, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Long Grove Historic Village, Old McHenry and Robert Parker Coffin roads, Long Grove. Enjoy live entertainment, chocolate tastings and activities, children's activities, an ice cream eating contest and more. Admission and many activities are free. For details, visit longgroveonline.com.
Red Rose Choir: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. The Red Rose Childrens Choir of Lake County will present it's spring concert. Admission is $15 Adults, $12 students. For information, call (847) 548-8432.
House Walk: Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Hawthorn District 73 presents its seventh annual House Walk. This year's House Walk features houses in Torrey Pines, Pine Valley and Royal Troon. Tickets are $15 dollars in advance and $20 the day of the walk. For directions and ticket purchase locations, visit vernonhills.org or call Kathi McHenry. at (847) 275-9775.
Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. until after the 10:45 a.m. service, Sunday, May 3, St. Matthew Lutheran Church gym, 24500 Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Boy Scout Troop 92 will sponsoring an all-you-can-eat pancake (and more) breakfast. The cost is $4.50 for ages 5 and up. For information, call Mr. Mackelfresh, at (847) 809-4374.
Barrington Area Handbell Festival Concert: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Village Church of Barrington, 1600 E. Main St., Barrington. Concert includes seven Barrington church bell choirs, with more than 330 bells, 250 handchimes, organ and clarinet. Free. (815) 477-2565.
Village Singers of Lake Zurich: 1:30 Sunday, May 3, Alpine Chapel, 23153 W. Miller Road, Lake Zurich. The Village Singers of Lake Zurich, under the direction of Jeannine Saltman will hold their spring concert. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for seniors, children under 12 are free. For information, call (847) 726-2011.
Sons of the Never Wrong: 7 p.m. Sunday, May 3, El Barrio Restaurant and Lounge, 1122 Diamond Lake Road, Mundelein. The Lake County Folk Club's 2009 Showcase Stage series features the eclectic musical group. The event is open to the public and to all ages. For information or reservations call The Lake County Folk Club, at (847) 271-1584 or visit thelakecountyfolkclub.org.
The Wizard of Oz: 7 p.m. Friday, May 8; 2 and 6 p.m. Saturdays, May 9; 2 p.m. Sundays, May 3 and 10; and 9:30 and 11:45 a.m. Tuesday May 5 and Thursday May 7, Christian Arts Auditorium, 2500 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion. Christian Youth Theater presents a story about a girl named Dorothy who finds a few friends that help her out through a world of mysterious problems. $8-$14. Children and senior discounts available. (847) 516-2298 or cytchicago.org.
May 4
Lakes Area Community Band: 7 p.m. Monday, May 4, Antioch Community High School Auditorium, 1133 Main St., Antioch. "Mother's Day Concert." Free admission and complimentary refreshments. Visit lacb.org. .
May 5
Star Trek Extravaganza: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Take a look back at the origins of the popular TV series. College of Lake County professor John Tenuto will preview the upcoming prequel and share his Star Trek artifacts, movie props, autographs and collectibles. Registration is required. For information, call (847) 244-5150. Register at wnpl.info.
Gurnee Idol Auditions: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, Warren Township High School O'Plaine Campus, 500 N Oplaine Road, Gurnee; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, Warren Township Teen Center, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee, and 2:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7, Warren Township High School Almond Campus, 34090 Almond Road, Gurnee. Gurnee Idol is presented by, Gurnee Park District, Warren Township and Healthy Communities Healthy Youth. Participants must reside in Warren Township and be entering grade 9-12. All auditions are A cappella. No registration required. The Gurnee Idol competition is scheduled for Aug. 14. For information, call (847) 244-1101 ext. 451.
Cinco de Mayo celebration: Noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, College of Lake County Lakeshore Campus, 111 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. Community members are invited to this free celebration, where they can also experience a "Taste of Lakeshore" and learn about the programs and services available at the Lakeshore campus. Music and dancing will be provided by "The Ballet Folklorico Warhawk" of North Chicago High School, which features 11 dancers. For information, call (847) 543-2194.
May 6
Libertyville Pageant: Applications due Wednesday, May 6. The 2009 Libertyville Pageant is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, in Cook Park in Libertyville. Entrants mist be 16-21 years old for the Miss Libertyville Pageant, 11-13 for Junior Miss and 6-8 for Little Miss. Contestants are required to reside in the 60048 ZIP code. For official pageant information, obtain an application packet at the Libertyville Village Hall, 118 West Cook Ave., or Talent Forum, 450 Peterson Road, Libertyville. For information, call pageant director Bunny Otrembiak, at (847) 362-7898.
May 8
Beauty and the Beast Jr: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 8 and 9, St. Francis de Sales School, 11 S. Buesching, Lake Zurich. Musical, featuring scenes, songs and characters from the Walt Disney animated movie. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children and seniors.
Caroline Rhea: 8 p.m. Friday, May 8, Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Tickets $16-$39. (847) 543-2300 or jlcenter.clcillinois.edu.
May 9
Ron Hawking: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 9, The Fuel Room at Austin's Saloon and Eatery, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville. Ron Hawking performs pop standards. $35. (847) 549-1972 or austinsaloon.com.