Local arts & entertainment

Includes plays, films, festivals, art exhibits and receptions, concerts, dance shows and more. Deadline is two weeks before event.

Audition for "Alice in Wonderland Jr.": Be part of the cast and join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland. Updated dialogue and new arrangements. Must be between ages 8-18. Call (630) 540-4834 to make an audition appointment.

Arlington Artists on Display: 1:30-4:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday, through Nov. 30; Arlington Heights Historical Museum's Heritage Gallery & Shop, 112 W. Fremont St. Showcasing the multimedia work of Arlington Heights' artists. (847) 255-1225.

Arlington Camera Club exhibit: Through November; Elk Grove Village Public Library, 1001 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village.

Nov. 16

Northwest Symphony Orchestra: 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 16; Maine West High School, Oakton and Wolf, Des Plaines. Selections include works of Mozart, Debussy and Grieg. Tickets: $20-$10. For online ticket order forms, visit northwestsymphony.org.

"Show Choir Rocks: Show workshop for seventh and eighth graders, Sunday, Nov. 16; Prospect High School, Mount Prospect. Starts at 12:30 p.m., with a dinner break at 6 p.m. and Finale Concert performed before parents at 7:30 p.m. All ability levels welcome. $30, includes snack, dinner and T-shirt. To register, visit prospectchoir.com. (847) 255-4473 or (847) 506-1918.

Library Open House: 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 16; Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Highlights the library's new look and showcases improvements. Ron Mills Trio will entertain, refreshments served.

Symphonic Band/Chamber Ensembles: 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ensembles, composed of members of the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band, will include a woodwind quintet, brass quartet, and saxophone ensemble. For information and registration, (847) 459 -4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Artistry in Music Scholarship Foundation recital: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, Schaumburg Academy of Music, 1140 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Music teachers and students perform to benefit the foundation. Free, donations accepted. Becky, (847) 534-6633.

Midwest Chamber Strings in concert: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, Schaumburg Prairie Center of the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court. Doors open at 2 p.m. Includes a post concert party in the lobby. $10 at the door, children ages 5 and under free. (847) 312-3690 or midwestconservatory.com.

Sunday Musicale: 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 16; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Classical guitarists Norman Ruiz and Jeffrey Watten perform the Spanish music of Albeniz and Granados, classical music of Carulli and Aguado, and romantic sounds of Castelnuovo-Tedesco. Free. Register at, ahml.info or (847) 392-0100.

Nov. 17

Trader Joe's: 7-8:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Chef Karen, from Trader Joe's in Arlington Heights, will demonstrate dishes for the holidays. For information and registration, call (847) 459 -4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Nov. 20

Presidents, Politics and Elections at the Movies": 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Movie Club hosted by movie critic Dann Gire and novelist Raymond Benson. Free. To register, visit ahml.info or call (847) 392-0100.

Nov 21

Time Travelers Theatre Ensemble: 6-8 p.m. Fridays Nov. 21, Jan. 9, Feb. 20, March 6, April 3 and May 1, Schaumburg Tennis Plus, 1416 N. Payne Road, Schaumburg. Theatre ensemble performs monthly comedy in the form of scripted and improvisational skits, songs and games with audience participation. Call (847) 490-7020 or visit parkfun.com for information.

"A Few Good Men": 8 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 21 and 28; and Saturdays, Nov. 22 and 29; 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 23 and 30, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. Hidden Talent Theatre Company production of the Broadway hit about the trial of two Marines for complicity in the death of a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay. $16; $19 at the door. (847) 202-5222.

Downtown Palatine holiday wine and taste walk: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, Brockway and Slade streets, Palatine. Members of the Downtown Palatine Business Association opens their doors with special holiday shopping, tastings, raffles.

Nov. 22

Nickey Chicago Chevy Vettefest: Nov. 22-23, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. All indoor, all Chevrolet show and swap meet with more than 400 vendors and over 400 Chevy's.

Planet Circus: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, Cutting Hall Theater, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. Two-person show with a blend of movement, music, colorful costumes, humor, juggling, magic and acrobatics. $4; $3 for groups of 20 or more. For tickets, call (847) 202-5222.

"Briar Rose-The Tale of Sleeping Beauty: 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 22; John Hersey High School, 1900 E. Thomas, Arlington Heights. Children's Theater performance tells the tale of a princess and kingdom put to sleep. The prince must wake her with a kiss, but he is afflicted with "Kissaphobia." Cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Call (847) 718-4882.

Nov. 23

Lyric Opera lecture series: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Join guest lecturer, Carla Thorpe for a presentation on Madam Butterfly - its history, inspirations and sounds of its music. Register at (630) 837-3560 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

Latino culture celebration: Noon-6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 23; Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road in Arlington Heights. Two stages of entertainment, dance demonstrations and lessons, food from area restaurants. Kids can have their picture taken with Sparky, the Chicago Fire Dalmatian. Tickets: $12 for adults; kids under 10 are free. Call (847) 718-7702 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Nov. 24

St Walter Parish Women's Advent Tea: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, McDonald Center gym, 201 W. Maple, Roselle. Speaker Mary Ellen Knuth shares an Advent message. $10 per person by Nov. 24. For tickets or information, call Bonnie, (630) 980-1724 or Barb, (630) 351-1724.

Porgy and Bess: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Lyric Opera Preview Lecture of "Porgy and Bess." Free. No registration needed.

Nov. 25

A Christmas Carol: Nov. 25-Dec. 24; times vary. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell, Arlington Heights. Scrooge slowly sees the error of his ways with the help of the love, warmth and cheer of Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and the spirit of Christmas. Tickets $28-$15. (847) 577-2121 or metropolisarts.com.

Nov. 28

"Annie Warbucks": 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28 and Saturday, Nov. 29; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Sequel to "Annie" based on the book by Thomas Mechum. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Nov. 29

Barrington Lions Club Texas Hold'em tournament: 11 a.m. Saturday Nov. 29, Docks Bar and Grill, 313 E. Liberty St., Wauconda. Preregistration free $100; at the door $125. Lunch buffet, poker tournament, prizes for the final eight players. Call Curt, (847) 381-0954.

Nov. 30

Chicago Rush auditions: 8 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 30 all day; Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont. Auditions for the 2009 Adrenaline Rush Dancers. For details or to register, visit chicagorush.com or call (773) 243-3434.

Dec. 6

Battle of the Bulge Living History Event: 1-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7; Arlington Heights Historical Museum, corner of Euclid and Vail St. Visitors will be fully immersed onto the front line of the surrounded town of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge; also displays on WWII uniforms, equipment, weapons, field items and gear. (847) 255-1225 or ahmuseum.org.

Friendship Conservatory holiday open house: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Musical entertainment, crafts for children, live reindeer, hayrides, holiday floral displays and Santa visits. Free admission. (847) 298-3500.

"How Santa Got His Christmas Tree": 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Class Act Youth Theatre's 30-minute production includes sing-a-longs and pictures with Rudolph, Frosty, the elves and Santa following the performance. $8 adults; $4 youth, group discounts available. (847) 490-7020.

Dec. 7

The Christmas China Doll: 1-2:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. Storyteller Beth Horner joins the Palatine Children's Chorus for a performance of this lively, lighthearted story-song from the Ozark Christmas tradition. Follow the exploits of two children as they attempt to convince their mother to buy them the Christmas China Doll. $8 adults; $6 children/seniors. (847) 991-0333.

Dec. 8

Lakeside Singers holiday concert: 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Includes carols from medieval to modern times, holiday favorites in pop, vocal jazz, gospel and Broadway arrangements. $35; $25 seniors/students. (847) 577-2121 or metropolisarts.com.

Feb. 14

Harper College Community Music Center concert series: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14, Room A238 of Building A, Harper College, Palatine. Community Music Center faculty presents "Casual Classics." $17 general admission, discounts available for seniors and students. (847) 925-6100 or harpercollege.edu.

Feb. 20

"Cinderella": 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 20 and 27; 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 21 and 28; and 3 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 22 and March 1, Cutting Hall Theater, 150 W. Wood St., Palatine. Presented by the Wood Street Theater Company. Advance tickets: $11-$13; at the door $13-$15. Group discounts available. (847) 338-0706.

March 14

Harper College Community Music Center concert series: 7:30 p.m. March 14, Room A238 of Building A, Harper College, Palatine. The Don Stiernberg Trio presents "All Things Mandolin, Part III." $17 general admission, discounts available for seniors and students. (847) 925-6100 or harpercollege.edu.

April 17

Harper College Community Music Center concert series: 7:30 p.m. April 17, Room A238 of Building A, Harper College, Palatine. Rick Neeley on the guitar and banjo presents, "The Songs of Bob Gibson." $17 general admission, discounts available for seniors and students. (847) 925-6100 or harpercollege.edu.

April 18

Harper College Community Music Center concert series: 7:30 p.m. April 18, Performing Arts Center, Harper College, Palatine. The Nicole Mitchell Quartet presents "Jazz Oasis." $25 general admission, discounts available for seniors and students. (847) 925-6100 or harpercollege.edu.

April 19

Harper College Community Music Center concert series: 3 p.m. April 18, Performing Arts Center, Harper College, Palatine. Billy Branch and the Sons of Blues Band presents "Billy Branch IS the Blues." $25 general admission, discounts available for seniors and students. (847) 925-6100 or harpercollege.edu.