Get Out: Improv Show, Raise Funds for Babies

Looking for something 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.

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Where / When: , Black Box Theatre, 735 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville; 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, April 15 and 16; 2 p.m., Sunday April 17.

Why Go?: David Brian Stuart, in association with The GreenStick Theatre Company and the Improv Playhouse, presents The Gathering: The Last Hour of the Last Supper.

Pricing: $18.50 for adults, $12.50 for students, military and seniors 65 and over if purchased in advance; $20 for adults, $15 for students, military and seniors 65 and over at the door; free for children 3 and under

2.

Where / When: , Shelters C, D and E, on St. Mary's Rd., Libertyville; 8 a.m., Sunday, April 17. 

Why Go?: Walk as an individual or as a team. Sign up at www.marchforbabies.org. March for Babies gives every baby the best chance for a healthy start in life by supporting research and programs to help prevent and treat premature births, birth defects and other health threats.

Pricing: Donation

3.

Where/When: , Grayslake Campus, Robert T. Wright Community Gallery of Art; 7 - 9 p.m.; Friday, April 15.

Why Go?: Free refreshments and live musical entertainment by Jazz Spectrum. View the paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, sculptures, jewelry, computer graphics and digital media created by CLC students. Lake County Art League's Art Scholarship Competition winners will be announced at 8 p.m.

Pricing: Free
 

4.

Where / When: , 91 S. Rand Rd., Lake Zurich; 6 - 8 p.m.; Friday, April 15.

Why Go?: Art, conversation and refreshments. Meet the local artists whose work is on display in the gallery. View their pottery, paintings, jewelry, fabrics, mosaic and glass creations.

Pricing: Free

5.  

 Where / When: ; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, April 16.

Why Go?: Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, wine, baked goods and flowers.

Pricing: Free admission

6. Monsters of Mock - Featuring Eliminator (ZZ Top) and Who's Who (The Who)

Where / When: , 180 N. Smith St., Palatine; 9 p.m.; Friday, April 15.

Why Go?: Not just another cover band, these bands are seasoned veterans of rock-and-roll. Their hard work combined with their talent makes them premier performers. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Pricing: $5 cover

7.

Where/When: Bob Chinn's Crab House, 393 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; Friday and Sunday, April 15 and 17.

Why Go: Annual Crabfest at Bob Chinn's, proceeds help the Jaycees fund community events. Price includes choice of snow crab legs or crab legs and prime rib, parsley potatoes, cole slaw and garlic rolls. Tickets are not sold at the restaurant. visit www.wheelingjaycees.org for information.

Pricing: $22

8.

Where / When: Ryerson Woods Welcome Center, 21950 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods; 1 -  4 p.m.; Sunday, April 17.

Why Go?: Bring the whole family out to celebrate the arrival of spring and the 41st anniversary of Earth Day with nature walks, crafts, games, sheep herding and sheep shearing.

Pricing: Free

 9.

Where / When: Viper Alley, 275 Parkway Dr., Lincolnshire; 8:15 - 11 p.m., Friday, April 15.

Why Go?: Enjoy Prince songs performed live, outrageous outfits and stage theatrics during this entertaining show performed by The Prince Experience. Food and full bar. Must be 21 or older.

Pricing: $15 for general admission, standing; $30 for bowling alley seating 

10.

 Where / When: , 60 N. Bothwell St., Palatine; 1 - 4 p.m., Saturday, April 16.

Why Go?: Enjoy several spring craft beers and learn how to pair foods with them while helping to raise funds for the Save-A-Pet Center in Grayslake. Save-A-Pet works to increase awareness of the humane treatment of animals and cares for animals while they try to find homes for them. Food will be served. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Pricing: $25

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