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Hal Foster exhibit and program

Evanston cartoonist Hal Foster will be the subject of a program for adults and teens titled, "A Tribute to Hal Foster" from 7:30-9 p.m. today at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Foster is credited with starting the superhero comic-strip phenomenon in the 1930s. Collector and program presenter Sid Wieskirch of Skokie will host. Free, registration required, call (847) 923-3347.

Auditions set for Dr. Seuss musical

Celebrate the messages and whimsical style of Dr. Seuss set to music and woven together into a touching story by auditioning for a role. Auditions for ages 8-18 are set for July 17, 18 and 19. Appointments are necessary for ages 8-13. For more information, visit bartlettparks.org/Programs/Theatre-general. asp or call (630) 540-4834.

Kiwanis auditions for talent show

The Kiwanis Club of Streamwood will hold tryouts from 2-3 p.m. July 19 at Gymkhana Gymnastics Club and Dance Studio, 1700 Tower Drive, Hanover Park, for the annual talent show to be performed at the Streamwood Summer Celebration from 4-5 p.m. July 26, in Hoosier Grove Park. Call Sandy at (847) 702-3057.