Theatre, Wine Tasting and a Good Laugh Highlight Weekend

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the long weekend due to the President's Day holiday on Monday (Feb. 21).

Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

And then add your own in the Comments section. We want to hear from you.

College Of Lake County Presents “Rapunzel”

• Where/When: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts (Room C005, C-Wing Auditorium, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; 2 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 20).
• Why Go: Enjoy this legendary fairytale as it comes to life via performance; particularly of interest for those who enjoyed recent film hit, “Tangled.”
• Pricing: $5 for general admission. 

“Hi Infidelity” Performs at The Cubbie Bear

• Where/When: 21661 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire; 10 p.m. Friday (Feb. 18)

• Why Go: Check out this widely hailed cover rock band as it performs popular songs, primarily from the 80s.

• Pricing: $7 at the door.

Dark Crystal at Genesee

• Where/When: 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan; 7 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 19).
• Why Go: Take your kids to the classic fantasy film, “The Dark Crystal,” which plays in the lovely historic Genesee Theatre downtown Waukegan.
• Pricing: $3 admission.

Fatman Sports Lounge & Lanes

• Where/When: 13860 Rockland Rd., Lake Bluff; Fri., Sat. 11 a.m. – 1 a.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.
• Why Go: This lively bar and bowling alley offers a day of entertainment for your family and friends.
• Pricing: $8 buckets of Miller and Coors products on Fridays; pints of beer for $2 on Saturdays. During the day, bowling is $8 for an hour with shoes for children and adults. After 5 p.m., adults cost $13 for an hour of bowling with shoes, and children are $8. Discounts possible for groups.

  Presents "High School Musical Jr."

• Where/When: James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday (Feb. 18-20).
• Why Go: CYT delivers high-energy performances of popular Disney Channel music spectacle. Enjoy the exciting blend of music and dance for stage. 
• Pricing: $14 for adults, $11 for children if purchased at the door. Discounts available for advanced purchases.

Let’s Wine About Winter! 

• Where/When: Stores downtown on Main St., Libertyville; 1-5 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 19).
• Why Go: Enjoy this progressive art festival and wine tasting among 31 stores on Main Street in Libertyville; distinct refreshments and artists featured in each store.
• Pricing: $10 for a glass/ticket to taste at all participating stores.

Tom Green at Zanies Comedy Night Club

• Where/When: 230 Hawthorn Village Commons, Vernon Hills; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday (Feb. 18-19), and 2 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 20).
• Why Go: Enjoy a night out with friends or family among the hilarious material of famous comedian Tom Green.
• Pricing: Single tickets $30.