Sunday picks: Bobby Lee, Lego train show, Los Lobos
'MADtv' man
Catch up with comedian Bobby Lee ("MADtv," "Pineapple Express") when he performs a standup gig this weekend at the Improv Comedy Showcase at Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. $24 plus a two-item purchase. (847) 240-2001 or chicago.improv.com. 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Art from Israel
View and purchase artwork by Israeli artists at the Israeli Art Show and Sale at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook. A representative from the Safrai fine art gallery in Jerusalem will be on hand to meet with guests and discuss the works. See oil paintings, watercolors, lithograph etchings and more. Free admission. (847) 205-9982. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Animal Expo
Animal enthusiasts can get an up-close look at a variety of animals and look for a pet to bring home at the All Animal Expo, in Building 1 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Visitors can also purchase pet-related supplies, including food, bedding, toys and more. Birds, reptiles, hedgehogs, rabbits, chinchillas, kittens, puppies and more are showcased. Admission is $5. Kids ages 10 and younger are free when accompanied by a paying adult. allanimalexpo.com. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Lego Train Show
The Northern Illinois Lego Train Club showcases its custom creations in the Lego Train Show at the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. See Lego trains, in a wide variety of colorful scenes, all created from thousands of Lego bricks. Free admission; suggested donation is $4 person. (630) 510-4041 or dupagemuseum.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Russian Winter Festival
Learn about Russian culture and traditions at the seventh annual Russian Winter Festival at Holy Virgin Protection Russian Orthodox Cathedral, 1800 Lee St., Des Plaines. The event features Russian folk musicians and dancers and a marketplace with handmade Russian crafts, jewelry and more. Guests can try Russian borscht and blini (crepes). Other highlights include a Russian tea, kids' crafts, the Snow Maiden's Castle and raffles. $2 donation; free for kids under age 12. (847) 299-2585 or english.holyvirginprotection.org. Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Sport and politics
Relatives of Olympic athletes Jesse Owens and Ralph H. Metcalfe will be on hand for the opening of the visiting exhibit "Nazi Olympics: Berlin 1936" today at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. $12; $8 seniors and students; $6 kids ages five to 11. (847) 967-4800 or ilholocaustmuseum.org. 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Outdoors ahead
Find out about where to send your kids this summer at the Daily Herald Summer Camp Expo with lots of booths and camp representatives set up during the Chicago Wolves vs. Charlotte Checkers hockey game at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Expo admission included in game tickets ranging from $20.75-$37.25. (800) 745-3000 or chicagowolves.com/campexpo. Expo at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21; game begins at 3 p.m.
Concert for kids
The Fox Valley Philharmonic Orchestra presents its Children's Concert at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 420 W. Downer Place, Aurora. Program features classical music with audience interaction. During intermission, kids can try playing various musical instruments in the Instrument Petting Zoo. Free; donations welcome. (630) 476-9072 or fvacademy.org. 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Verlon Thompson
Folk artist Verlon Thompson performs in a Lake County Folk Club-sponsored concert at Fatman Bowl, 13860 Rockland Road, Green Oaks. Opening for Thompson is the Briar Road Band, with Dan Zahn on the guitar, vocalist Kate Moretti and Rusty Winchell on bass. $10-$15. (847) 602-8882 for reservations. thelakecountyfolkclub.org. 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Music and dance fiesta
The long-lasting rock band Los Lobos teams up with Ballet Folklorico Mexicano for a special "Fiesta Mexico-Americana!" concert celebrating Latin music and dance tonight at in Belushi Performance Hall at College of DuPage's McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. $55-$66; $75 VIP table. (630) 942-4000 or atthemac.org. 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21
Upcoming concerts
Peter Oprisko with "Fabulous Frank" concert: 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, Musical tribute to Frank Sinatra. Free. Register by calling (847) 259-6050 or online at rmlib.org.
Verlon Thompson: 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, Fatman Bowl, 13860 Rockland Road, Green Oaks. Call (847) 602-8882 for reservations. $10-$15. Concert is sponsored by the Lake County Folk Club. Visit thelakecountyfolkclub.org.
Information is provided by entertainment venues. Check with venue before purchasing tickets. For more concert listings, visit dailyherald.com/calendar.