Glenview, Northbrook and North Shore events: March 23-29

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March 23

Babytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursday through March 23, Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. A bonding experience for caregivers and babies, up to 24 months, with songs, cuddles and bounces. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Tales for Tots: 10:30 a.m. Thursday March 23, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Join for books, songs and more to build early literacy skills, then stick around after stories to play and socialize. Stories: 10:30-11 a.m.; play: 11-11:30 a.m. Drop in for children of all ages; space may be limited by room capacity. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Free Events & Lunch - JCC Chicago & CJE SeniorLife: Noon Thursday, March 23, at Vernon Township Community Service Building, 2900 N. Main St. in Buffalo Grove, or Bernard Weinger JCC, 300 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Fascinating free in-person (and virtual) programs for mind, body and spirit enrichment. Enjoy speakers, performers and musical performances. Complimentary lunch provided. Alternates biweekly. (844) 452-2244 or www.jccchicago.org.

Crafternoons: 4:15 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Create your own crafts out of a wide variety of materials, ranging from the everyday to the entirely unexpected. For children of all ages; 7 and younger with an adult. Just drop in. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Language Learning eResources: Virtually at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 23, through the Wilmette Public Library. Learn about the library's language learning resources, including Mango Languages. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Regular Board Meeting: 6 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Winnetka Park District Administration Center Community Room, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. The agenda will be posted 48 hours in advance of the meeting. www.winpark.org.

Podcast Discussion - 'Playing Anne Frank': 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Join Illinois Holocaust Museum to hear reflections about Anne Frank's lasting legacy from Adam Langer, an award-winning journalist, executive editor of the Forward and author, who has delved deeply into "The Diary of Anne Frank" through two creative projects. Chris Jones, chief theater critic for the Chicago Tribune, will moderate the conversation with Langer about the legacy of Anne Frank and the artistic works that her diary has inspired. Register at https://ihm.ec/playingannefrank. (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

Charitable Giving - A Financial Planning Perspective: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, through the at Glenview, Wilmette and Winnetka-Northfield public libraries. Learn strategies to stretch your charitable donation, save in taxes and bring more hope and joy to those you support. Ed Gjertsen II, past national president of the Financial Planning Association, will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you create your personal philanthropic plan. Register. www.glenviewpl.org, www.wilmettelibrary.info or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Project LLT: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join the new teen book club, where you'll eat pizza, play games, plan bookish community projects and discuss how books of all genres reflect and influence the world around us. Grades nine-12. Register. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Second and Third Grade Book Club: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Chat with your friends about this month's book, Dory Fantasmagory, by Abby Hanlon, and make a craft together. Register. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Hit Girls - Women of Punk in the USA '79-'83: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Chicago writer and musician Jen B. Larson, in conversation with Todd Novak of Hozac Records and Books, talks about new her book Hit Girls, examining the critical role women played in punk rock and related genres in every city and every scene in the United States. Presented in partnership with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

An Evening with Melissa Baron - Author of Twice in a Lifetime: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Join for a talk with local author Melissa Baron who published her debut novel with Alcove Press in December, 2022. Register. www.nileslibrary.org or (847) 663-1234.

March 24

Kidzcraft: 9:30 a.m. Friday, March 24, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Join for a fun craft. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Little Dabblers: 9:30 a.m. Friday March 24, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Children can drop by for messy fun and explore art, science and their own senses. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Family Storytime: 10 a.m. Friday, March 24, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Music and Movement: 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 24, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Dan from Top Note Music Academy will share music through a variety of popular songs, finger plays, bodywork and movement activities. Each class will include live music and a variety of instruments. Register. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Korean Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 24, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Enjoy a bilingual storytime featuring songs, stories, and rhymes for Children, through age 6 with an adult. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Family Movie - 'DC League of Super Pets': 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 24, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis. However, Krypto must master his powers for a rescue mission when Superman is kidnapped (2022/105 minutes/ PG). Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by an adult. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Losing at the Oscars: Virtually at 2 p.m. Friday, March 24, through the Wilmette Public Library. Celebrate Oscar season by spending time with all the fabulous performers, filmmakers and movies that never won an Oscar. Presented by Steven Frenzel of Marquee Filmtalks. Register. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Lewis Black: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 24-25, at Center Theatre at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $58-$82. (847) 673-6300 or northshorecenter.org.

Spring Film Series - 'Donnie Darko ': Virtually Friday, March 24, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Register to receive a prerecorded introduction and criticism by our resident film expert Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through the library's Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services. Jake Gyllenhaal had his first big lead in this wild head-scratcher of a cult movie. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

March 25

Wiggleworms Party: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 25, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Bring your little ones for music and dancing with music teacher Anne-Marie Akin from the Old Town School of Folk Music. Register. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Resin Jewelry: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 25, at Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Make your own stylish resin jewelry. Students will make colorful pendants and earrings using a variety of bright colors and pressed flowers. All supplies included; no experience necessary. Instructor: Ruthe Guerry. Register. www.nbparks.org.

Kate DiCamillo Celebration: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Celebrate award-winning children's author Kate DiCamillo with an afternoon of fun activities. Register. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Lehigh the Fox Storytime: 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Celebrate the Glenview Public Library's mascot Lehigh with a special storytime featuring fox stories, a craft and a visit from Lehigh. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

March 26

Adaptive Hour for Kids & Teens: 11 a.m. Sunday, March 26, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Children with disabilities or diagnoses, along with their family and friends, are invited to the library during this special before-hours program. Drop in. (847) 663-1234 or nmdl.libnet.info.

Meet the Artist - Joan Ruppert: 1 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Free. Chat with Joan Ruppert at this informal meet and greet and learn more about her exhibit "Making the Cut" on display in the Glenview Public Library Lobby through Tuesday, May 16. Drop in. 847-729-7500 or glenviewpl.org , (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

'My Mushy, Squishy Passover': 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Learn, celebrate and sing. Join children's book author Arianna Brooks and a local musician in the delightful, musical retelling of the Passover story. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Sunday Music Series - Beyond the Neighborhood, The Music of Fred Rogers: 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Chicago-based vocalist Keri Johnsrud and Grammy-nominated pianist Kevin Bales are coming together to perform innovative versions of songs from the beloved children's television program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

HERstory - Trailblazing Female Firsts: 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Chicago cabaret artists Catherine Thomson and Anita Kallen's musical celebration of amazing women and their trailblazing triumphs. (847) 965-4220 or www.mgpl.org

Classical Kids Live! Presents 'Tchaikovsky Discovers America': 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at Center Theatre at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. This delightful concert performance is approximately 50 minutes in length and recommended for audiences ages 6 and older. Join us after the performance for fun musical activities in the lobby, including an actor meet and greet and an instrument petting zoo. Based on actual historical events, this story tells of the great composer's arrival in New York for the grand opening of Carnegie Hall in 1891 and his famous trip to Niagara Falls. $14- $22. (847) 673-6300 or NorthShoreCenter.org.

March 27

Kohl Children's Museum Mobile Learning Lab - Animal Architects: 10 a.m. Monday, March 27, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. For children of all ages with an adult. Have you ever thought about how animals build their homes and what kinds of tools they use? Explore different bird nests, use beaks as tools, and create a nesting orb for area birds when Kohl Children's Museum comes to Glencoe. Drop in. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Great Decisions Discussion Series - Climate Migration: 12:30 p.m. Monday, March 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Broaden your perspective on important international issues, from the economy to climate change, by participating in weekly Great Decisions discussions. A briefing book published by the nonpartisan Foreign Policy Association provides a short informative article on each topic followed by suggested discussion questions. The Great Decisions series is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Winnetka-Northfield-Kenilworth in cooperation with the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Lego Mania!: 4 p.m. Monday, March 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Love to build with Legos? Join for Lego Mania and build cool contraptions with friends. Ages 5-8. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

YPG After Hours Networking: 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 27, at Glenview Community Ice Center, 1851 Landwehr Road, Glenview. Join the YPG (Young Professionals Group) for ice rink bumper cars, networking and laughs at this new favorite spot at the ice center. $10. business.glenviewchamber.com,

Meet Local Author John Wendell Adams: 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Author John Wendell Adams will talk about his latest and most compelling novel, "Ruthless," the third book in the Jack Alexander series which is an exciting and suspenseful story set in Chicago. There will be copies of the book available for purchase and to be signed by the author. Register. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

March 28

Elephant and Piggie Party: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Suggested for ages 3-7. Join for a very special storytime featuring Piggy and her best friend, Gerald the Elephant. There might even be a surprise guest that joins the festivities. Read, sing and laugh together, then stay for games, crafts and general silliness. Drop in. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Move and Play: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for 30 minutes of music, movement, and a story for kids, ages 5 and younger with their caregivers. Optional stay and play until 11 a.m. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Wiggleworms Party!: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Bring your little ones for music and dancing with special guest Karen Banks-Lubicz from the Old Town School of Folk Music. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Engrave a Planter Box: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Personalize a planter box with a name, message or address. Due to limited class sizes, registration for Studio classes is limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library District cardholders until the week of the event. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Let's Do Lunch: 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Guanajuato, 1005 Green Bay Road, Wilmette. Nothing breaks up the workday like getting together for lunch and networking. $20. chambermaster.wilmettekenilworth.com.

Andertoons: 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Learn to draw all sorts of exciting racing karts and goofy drivers. Then decide what happens in each race. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

DIY Bookmarks: 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Design your own bookmark. The library will have many kinds of bookmarks to paint, color, and craft. For children, ages 7 and older. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

HeartSaver CPR: 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Fire Department Headquarters Station #26, 1304 Lake Ave., Wilmette. The Village of Wilmette recognizes the importance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillators (AED). Bringing this training to our community members increases both awareness and readiness in the village; all of which plays a vital role in the chain of survival for heart attack victims. The cost per person for the HeartSaver CPR/AED course is $25. Fees are payable by cash or check at the beginning of the class. To register for the fire department-hosted classes, contact the fire department between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at least five business days prior to the class date. www.wilmette.com

Colleen Moore's Fairy Castle: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join freelance curator Margaret Schlesinger as she takes you on a tiny tour of Colleen Moore's enchanted Fairy Castle, currently featured in an exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Register. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Novels @ Night: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join us to discuss "Easy Beauty" by Chloé Cooper Jones. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Myths and Facts About the Great Highland Bagpipes: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Join Kevin Chapman for a presentation about the history of bagpipes and the associated regalia, followed by a demonstration of the pipes. Register. (847) 272-6224 or www.northbrook.info/events.

Mystery Group: Virtually at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Ann Perks will lead a discussion of "Missing, Presumed" by Susie Steiner. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

March 29

Baby Storytime: 10 a.m. Wednesday, 29 at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for you and your new baby. Ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Imagination Playground: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

'Across the Sand' - A Passover Theatrical Experience: 10 a.m. and noon Wednesday and Thursday, March 29-30; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday April 1-2; 10 a.m. and noon Friday, April 7; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sunday, April 9.at Northbrook Theatre, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Across the Sand transports audience members to Ancient Egypt for an interactive retelling of the Passover story complete with live music. Audiences will bring to life the basket floating down the Nile, become sheep in a grassy field, discover the burning bush, and experience the crossing of the Red Sea. The production will take place on the Northbrook Theatre stage with a limited number of interactive table seats for children. www.nbparks.org.

Decorate a One-Season Birdhouse: 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Decoupage, paint or put vinyl decals on a chipboard birdhouse cut out on the library's laser. Due to limited class sizes, registration for Studio classes is limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library District cardholders until the week of the event. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

What is a VPN and Do You Need One?: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. If you use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service you can substantially improve your privacy and internet security. This class will explore how VPNs work and which services to consider. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Film Screening: 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Enjoy a screening of the acclaimed film, "Aftersun," (2022 Rated R) in the library's Auditorium. Register. (847) 272-6224 or visit.northbrook.info.

Balloon Twisting for Beginners with Magician Gary Kantor: 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Learn to sculpt balloons into a fish, a dog or a sword in this hands-on workshop designed for new balloon sculptors by magician Gary Kantor. (847) 965-4220 or www.mgpl.org.

Take Apart Afternoon: 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Have you always wanted to take apart your computer, but your parents won't let you? Do it together. Crack into computer components and other machinery to see what's inside. No reassembly required. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Marble Run Mania: 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children in grades two-six design and build a marble run out of recycled materials. Work solo or on a team to create the unique course of your dreams. Register. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Art Explorers: 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Come make a beautiful painting. The library has a variety of art supplies to let your creative side shine. For children, ages 5 and older. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Intro to Hand Sewing for Grades Three-Five: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Begin to sew by learning the basic techniques of hand sewing like adding a button and a couple different stitches. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Anime and Manga Appreciation Club: 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Revel in epic geekery, otaku-style. Share your favorite manga, and then settle in to watch anime. Drop-in event for grades six-12. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

10 Tips for New Managers: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, through the Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Sarah Mitial of People Architectural Group, LLC shares tips and tricks to help new managers gain the skills they need to make a smooth transition and have a positive impact on their team's engagement, performance, and morale. This program is presented in collaboration with Lake Cook Career Collaborative member libraries. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

'Gâteau-The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes': Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. James Beard-winning author, Aleksandra Crapanzano will let you in on the secret of the effortless, beloved cakes that are a staple in French homes in a talk about her new book, "Gâteau: The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes." (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Murder We Read: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join for a lively discussion of "Maisie Dobbs" by Jacqueline Winspear. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Basics and Benefits of Electric Vehicles: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. The Cook County Department of Environment & Sustainability's Community Outreach Coordinator Kate Carney discusses the basics of electric vehicles (EV). Learn about the benefits of EVs and find out how some common myths do not tell the full story. Q&A at the end of presentation. (847) 965-4220 or www.mgpl.org.

Ongoing

'Once': Runs through March 26, at Writers Theatre, 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe. This 2012 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical is based on the 2007 Irish musical film and features gorgeous songs like the Oscar-winning "Falling Slowly." Performed by an accomplished cast of actors playing their own instruments on the intimate Nichols Theatre stage, this will be a "Once" like you've never seen it before. $20-$85. (847) 242-6000 or www.writerstheatre.org.

'Avenue Q': Runs through April 2, at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Music Theater Works is proud to announce the first production in its 43rd season, "Avenue Q," directed and choreographed by Christopher Pazdernik, assistant directed by Ashley Keys and music directed by Eugene Dizon. Join the irreverent denizens of Avenue Q - part flesh, part plushy, people, puppets and all fun. Hilarious, charming and a little profane, Avenue Q will turn your expectation of acceptable discourse on its head. Follow our hero Princeton, fresh out of college, to his shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q which, it soon becomes clear, is not your ordinary neighborhood. $39-$106, with tickets for guests 25 years old and younger available at half-price at MusicTheaterWorks.com or by calling the Music Theater Works box office at the North Shore Center, (847) 673-6300. musictheaterworks.com.

Kids & Students Visit Illinois Holocaust Museum Free: Museum hours through April 16, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is excited to offer free admission to kids and students during spring break. Tickets can be reserved line prior to visiting at https://ihm.ec/springbreak. (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

'Once': Runs through April 16, at Writers Theatre, 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe. This 2012 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical is based on the 2007 Irish musical film and features gorgeous songs like the Oscar-winning "Falling Slowly." Performed by an accomplished cast of actors playing their own instruments on the intimate Nichols Theatre stage, this will be a "Once" like you've never seen it before. www.writerstheatre.org

Special Exhibition - 'The Negro Motorist Green Book': Museum hours through April 23, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. "The Negro Motorist Green Book" highlights the history of "The Green Book," the annual guide created in 1936 by Harlem postman Victor Green, that provided African American travelers with information on restaurants, gas stations, department stores and other businesses that welcomed Black travelers during the Jim Crow era. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian, Candacy Taylor, "Green Book" offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in midcentury America, and how the guide served as an indispensable resource for the nation's rising African American middle class. For information, (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

'The Revolutionists': Runs through April 30, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road, Glenview. Imagine if four very real women, who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror had met and exchanged ideas before losing their heads? What if former queen Marie Antoinette, playwright Olympe De Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle, uncensored and full of ideas, grappled together with how to change the world? Oh ... and it's a comedy. By Lauren Gunderson, directed by Elizabeth Mazur Levin. $30-$45. oillamptheater.org.

Family Storytime: 9:30-10 a.m. Thursday, March 23 and 30; Tuesday, March 28; and Wednesday, March 29, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Toddler Storytime: 10 a.m. Thursday, March 23 and 30, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for singing, dancing and stories for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Drop-In Free Play: 9:30 a.m. Mondays, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Little ones can drop in to explore and play with a different selection of toys and manipulatives each week. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.