5 things to do this weekend in the suburbs

Posted July 24, 2015 1:00 am

Daily Herald staff report

Browse art vendors in Geneva, revisit an important period in U.S. history in Lombard and watch Olympic gymnasts compete in Hoffman Estates. These are just a few of the weekend's options in the suburbs. For others, go to dailyherald.com/calendar.

'Like It' or not

Citadel Theatre Company takes its production of William Shakespeare's "As You Like It" on the road this summer, performing under the stars at various Lake County locations. Frank Farrell directs the comedy this weekend at Brushwood Center at Ryerson, 21850 N. Riverwoods Road, Deerfield, (847) 968-3308. $15. citadeltheatre.org. 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday, July 24-26.

Browse and buy

The Geneva Arts Fair returns with more than 150 artists from around the country and hands-on activities for kids. It's at Third and State streets, Geneva. Free. genevachamber.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 25-26.

North vs. South

Journey back to the 1800s as re-enactors portray Confederate and Union soldiers during the Lombard Civil War Encampment in Four Seasons Park, 16th and Main streets. See an 1863 military campsite, watch drills, hear Civil War-era music and take part in games. On Friday night, see a free screening of the 1989 Civil War film "Glory" in Four Seasons Park. A donation of $5 per person is requested during the weekend encampment. All donations benefit the Lombard Historical Society. (630) 629-1885 or lombardhistory.org. See "Glory" at 8 p.m. Friday, July 24; encampment runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 25-26.

Puerto Rican pride

The 44th Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Festival features a parade, folk music, food vendors, domino competitions and more this weekend at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. $5 general admission. (630) 896-6666 or riveredgeaurora.com. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 25; 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 26.

Fast and furious

Eight world and Olympic gymnastic champions, including individual gold medal winners Simone Biles, Gabrielle Douglas and Aly Raisman, are expected to compete at the Secret U.S. Classic on Saturday at the Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. $49-$125. (847) 649-2270 or searscentre.com or secretclassic.com. Noon Junior Session; 5:30 p.m. Senior Session; Saturday, July 25.

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