Here are our top five favorite events for you and your family to enjoy this weekend! Get out there and make some memories!
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Chicago’s North Shore – Museum Month
April 13 – 30 in the Chicagoland Area
Participating museums have special offers available during April, 2018. To receive your offer, simply show the offer at NorthShoreMuseumMonth.com on your mobile device to museum staff. Bahá’í House of Worship, American Toby Jug Museum, Block Museum of Art, Chicago Botanic Garden, Evanston History Center, Frances Willard House Museum, The Grove, Halim Time & Glass Museum, Illinois Holocaust Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Skokie Heritage Museum and Historic Wagner Farm.
“Sleeping Beauty – A Musical” – Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
April 13-14 and 20-21 in Medinah
In a kingdom far away, the vengeful sorceress Magenta has placed a wicked curse on the beautiful Princess Amber and only a true love’s kiss can unlock the spell and wake her before it is too late. This captivating fairy tale creates excitement and thrill for its audience as they root for Prince Hunter and the fate of the beautiful princess!
Open House for Prospective Campers – Banner Day Camp
April 14 and May 5 in Lake Forest
Join Banner Day Camp’s Team for a 30-45 minute personalized tour of Banner’s magnificent camp grounds and state of the art facility. Banner is known as the premier day camp on the Northshore and you’re invited you to stop by with your family.
Volunteer Fair – Glen Ellyn Public Library
April 14 in Glen Ellyn
Learn about volunteering opportunities in the community. Representatives from a variety of nonprofit organizations will be present to talk about their organizations, volunteering positions, and more.
The Sound of Music – Cadillac Palace Theatre
April 13-15 in Chicago
Get swept away by the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family, featuring such Rodgers & Hammerstein classics as “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and, of course, the enchanting title number.
This week’s Friday Fun Five is sponsored by “Chicago Wolves Hockey”.
The Chicago Wolves will battle the Rockford IceHogs for the Central Division Title on the final weekend of the regular season. Stick around for a free postgame skate. 