Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time.
Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.
1. Liberty Town Productions' Third Annual Broadway Showcase
Where/when: Austin's Saloon & Eatery, Fuel Room; 6:30 and 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6.
Why go? Best of Broadway tunes performed cabaret-style by cast of talented, local performers who will put on a professional, contemporary show featuring music from shows like Wicked, Grease, Funny Girl and Rent. Visit www.libertytownproductions.com for more information about this nonprofit entertainment company or to purchase tickets.
Pricing: $18 and $15 for students in advance; $20 at the door.
2. Out to Lunch
Where/when: Cook Memorial Park; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5.
Why go? Purchase lunch from 14 different vendors and eat at the park while listening to live music. This event is sponsored by MainStreet Libertyville.
Pricing: Vendor prices vary.
3. First Friday on Main Street
Where/when: MainStreet Libertyville; 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5.
Why go? On every first Friday of the month, there is a party going on downtown. Be entertained while you shop. Some of the featured forms of entertainment are a jazz band, a classical guitarist, an art exhibit, a balloon artist and hor d'oeuvres. Participating merchants offer entertainment and special promotions. Watch a video of Patch attending a First Friday and enjoy the photo gallery.
Pricing: Free admission.
4. Kids' and Parents' Night Out
Where/when: Libertyville Civic Center; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 5.
Why go? Sponsored by the Libertyville Junior Women's Club. Parents enjoy a night out at First Friday, while their children enjoy crafts, stories, games and a short art lesson. To register, email mailto:lkcleveland21@gmail.com. Potty-trained children only.
Pricing: $10 for the first child; $5 for each additional child.
5. Charity Dog Wash for Our House of Hope K-9 Rescue
Where/when: Shear Paradise Pet Salon, 400 N Seymour, Mundelein; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 7.
Why go? Bring your dog in for some pampering and help Our House of Hope K-9 Rescue's medical fund. Appointments are not required. All dogs' vaccines must be up to date. Therapy dogs and dogs available for adoption will be at the salon.
Pricing: $10 for a nail trim; $25 for a nail trim and bath.
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Liberty Town Productions’ Third Annual Broadway Showcase is August 6th
August 6, 2011 at 6:30 pm–11:00 pm -
Austin's Saloon & Eatery
481 Peterson Rd, Libertyville, IL -
Cook Memorial Park
413 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL -
MainStreet Libertyville
160 E Cook Ave, Libertyville, IL
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First Friday on Main Street
December 3, 2010 / January 7, 2011 / February 4, 2011 / March 4, 2011 / April 1, 2011 / May 6, 2011 / June 3, 2011 / July 1, 2011 / August 5, 2011 / September 2, 2011 at 6:00 pm–9:00 pm -
Libertyville Civic Center
135 W Church St, Libertyville, IL -
Charity Dog Wash to benefit OUR HOUSE OF HOPE K-9 RESCUE
August 7, 2011 at 10:00 am–4:00 pm400 N Seymour Ave, Mundelein, IL -
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