The Chicago Northwest Area provides entertaining events throughout the year. To view our great event details, select a month and year from the lists below OR click here to view a list of ON-GOING EVENTS. ***Note: Members reserve the right to change event details at anytime without notifying WCNCB. Please contact event location for most up-to-date information.*** ----month---- January February March April May June July August September October November December ----year---- 2008 2009 Your events search generated 65 event(s) listed during or through May, 2008. To refine your search, select a month and year from the list above. 02/22/2008- 12/26/2008 Calling All Swingers! Alan Gresik's Swing Shift Orchestra Heats Up Pete Miller's. Pete Miller's is proud to host the 14-piece Alan Gresik's Swing Shift Orchestra on the fourth Friday of every month in Schaumburg. The orchestra, which was featured in the MGM movie "Return to Me," has been packing the legendary Green Mill Club every Thursday night for 10 years. The band's appearance at Pete Miller's is its first club performance outside of Chicago in eight years. The Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra performs the jumping, swinging music of the 30s and 40s and does so as part of an old-time radio show, complete with commercials done in the era's style. The orchestra performs fox trots, tangos, waltzes, ballads, as well as swing. In addition to a strong following in the Chicago area, the band is also a popular draw among celebrities visiting the city. Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti and Elijah Wood re among the Hollywood stars that make it a point to see the orchestra while in Chicago. , Cost: Free Cover, Hours: 8:00pm, www.petemillers.com; Pete Miller's Seafood & Prime Steak | 1385 N. Meacham Road | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-330-5500 03/29/2008- 06/21/2008 Speed Dating The Musical You’re right there at every table as this group of lover seekers puts it all on the line for the coveted prize – a chance to have their phone number passed along to the person of their dreams, for a chance to have that person call them, for a chance to go on a date, for a chance to hit it off, for a chance to fall in love., Cost: $16.50 , Hours: 10:00pm, www.metropolisarts.com; Metropolis Performing Arts Centre | 111 W. Campbell | Arlington Heights, IL 60005 | 847-577-2121 05/01/2008- 05/04/2008 Ralphie May Special Event Ralphie May has appeared in movies, has had guest-starring TV roles and appeared in commercials. Now, having worked on one of the most talked about shows on television--NBC's "Last Comic Standing"--it is no wonder that Ralphie May has become one of the hottest comedians in the country. , Cost: $19-$22 , Hours: Showtimes vary., www.improv.com; Improv Comedy Club Chicago | 5 Woodfield Mall K120B | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-240-2001 05/02/2008- 05/02/2008 Vidur Kapur Edgy, urban, irreverent and brutally honest, Vidur Kapur's comedy is based on the social commentary of a one-man culture clash: he's a gay, Indian immigrant raised in a conservative middle-class family. Selected as a top comic for NBC's "Stand Up for Diversity Initiative" and considered "a comedian you may want to remember," by Fox, Kapur was featured at the 2007 New York Comedy Festival and has appeared on NBC's Last Comic Standing and MTV World., Cost: $12 , Hours: 8:00pm, harpercollege.edu/boxoffice; Student Center, Building A, Room A238, Harper College | 1200 West Algonquin Road | Palatine, IL 60067 | 847-925-6100 05/02/2008- 05/02/2008 Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra The big band sound remains as fresh and hip as it is sentimental in the hands of the swingin'est league of musicians under one roof when they crank out one hit after another made legendary by Jimmy Dorsey. Bandleader Bill Tole (an accomplished trombonist in his own right) presents Dorsey standards like "Amapola," "Green Eyes," "So Rare," and other classics from a time when swing was king. , Cost: Adults: $24; Seniors/Students: $22, Hours: 8pm, www.prairiecenter.org; Prairie Center for the Arts | 201 Schaumburg Ct. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-895-3600 05/02/2008- 05/04/2008 9th Annual Chocolate Fest Celebrate everything chocolate! This 9th annual festival kicks off the outdoor special event season in Long Grove. The business district, home to more than 80 distinctive shops and restaurants, including the well-known Long Grove Confectionery, becomes, a chocolate lover's paradise. Live music all day all three days., www.longgroveonline.com; Long Grove Historic Village | 307 Old McHenry Road, near Routes 53 and 83, north of Lake Cook Road | Long Grove, IL 60047 | 847-634-0888 05/02/2008- 05/04/2008 Chocolate Fest Celebration of all things chocolate. Professional demonstrations, samples, and tons of chocolate treats to buy. , Cost: Free admission & plenty of free parking, Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., www.longgroveonline.com; Long Grove Historic Village | 307 Old McHenry Rd. | Long Grove, IL 60047 | 847-634-0888 05/02/2008- 09/19/2008 Miller Lite Party in the Park Fridays get a jump on the weekend with Arlington's most rockin' promotion. Features local bands so you can kick back and listen to great music while playing the ponies., Cost: $6 general admission, children 17 and under free, Hours: Fridays: 3:00pm, www.arlingtonpark.com; Arlington Park Racecourse | 2200 West Euclid Ave | Arlington Heights, IL 60006 | 847-385-7500 05/02/2008- 09/21/2008 Horse Racing The place to be for all your summer entertainment needs, Live thoroughbred racing. Wednesday - Sunday., Cost: $7 includes racing guide, Hours: 11:15am gates open - one hour after last race., www.arlingtonpark.com; Arlington Park Racecourse | 2200 West Euclid Ave | Arlington Heights, IL 60006 | 847-385-7500 05/03/2008- 05/03/2008 Durty Nellie's 14th Annual Spring Beer Fest Sample over 40 hand-crafted beers while listening to live entertainment. Price includes souvenir pint glass. Food will be available for purchase., Cost: $25 in advace, $30 day of event, Hours: 11:30pm-4:30pm, www.durtynellies.com; Durty Nellie's | 180 N. Smith Street | Palatine, IL 60067 | 847-358-9150 05/03/2008- 05/03/2008 DerbyPalooza , www.arlingtonpark.com; Arlington Park Racecourse | 2200 West Euclid Ave | Arlington Heights, IL 60006 | 847-385-7500 05/03/2008- 05/04/2008 Cabela's Walleye/Guides Classic  The weekend will host a variety of guides both fishing and hunting the guides will have a promotional display. May 3 - the US Coast Guard Vessel will have a safety check and a boating safely class., www.cabelas.com; Cabela's | 5225 Prairie Stone Pkwy | Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 | 847-645-0400 05/03/2008- 09/01/2008 Sharks! At Stingray Bay Imagine that your hand is in crystal clear warm water, surrounded by a few dozen sharks and stingrays gliding gracefully beneath your fingertips in a magnificent 16,000-gallon saltwater pool! It may sound scary at first, but the Sharks! At Stingray Bay exhibit, presented by Dominick's, at Brookfield Zoo, is a completely safe and tropical experience for the entire family. It is the Chicago Zoological Society's mission to connect people with animals and nature, and this exhibit provides zoo guests the ability to touch exotic creatures in a safe environment. Adjacent to the exhibit are a tropical - and beach - themed outdoor cafe and gift shop. Make sure to check out these beautiful sea creatures before they swim away on Labor Day. Visit www.BrookfieldZoo.org for further information on this new and exciting exhibit. (Separate admission fee.), Cost: Adults $11; Children & Seniors $7, www.BrookfieldZoo.org; Brookfield Zoo | 3300 S. Golf Rd. | Brookfield, IL 60513 | 708-688-8000 05/03/2008- 09/20/2008 Summer Bash and BBQ On Saturdays enjoy great bands, delicious barbeque specials and beer specials., Cost: $6 general admission, children 17 and under free, Hours: First race and first song at 1:00pm, www.arlingtonpark.com; Arlington Park Racecourse | 2200 West Euclid Ave | Arlington Heights, IL 60006 | 847-385-7500 05/04/2008- 05/04/2008 Aquafina Pitch, Hit, and Run This competition is a grassroots program designed to provide boys and girls an opportunity to compete, free of charge, in core baseball/softball skills.  There are four age groups: 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 and every participant has a chance to advance through four levels of competition, including the National Finals at the 2008 MLB All-Star game at Yankee stadium. , Cost: Free, Hours: 4:00pm-6:30pm, www.eteamz.com/rosellerampage; Alexian Field | 1999 S. Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/04/2008- 05/04/2008 THE LONGEST WALK 2 BENEFIT CONCERT The Longest Walk 2 Benefit Concert feat. Bugging Malone, Wade Fernandez, Jackie Bird, Mitch Walking Elk, with special guests. Food & Native vendors., Cost: Admission: $20 in advance/ $25 at the door, Hours: 1:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 05/04/2008- 05/04/2008 Backyards for Nature Fair Make your yard come alive with native plants. Experts will demonstrate the use of native trees, shrubs and wildflowers to enhance an area’s appearance or attract birds and wildlife., Cost: Free, Hours: 10:00am-2:00pm, www.parkfun.com; Spring Valley Nature Center | 1111 E. Schaumburg Road | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-985-2100 05/04/2008- 09/21/2008 Pepsi Family Day The best way for your family to spend a Sunday afternoon together. There's a special theme each week the entire family can enjoy plus pony rides, face painters and a petting zoo. Presented by the Daily Herald., Cost: $6 general admission, children 17 and under free, www.arlingtonpark.com; Arlington Park Racecourse | 2200 West Euclid Ave | Arlington Heights, IL 60006 | 847-385-7500 05/08/2008- 05/08/2008 CHICAGO SKY TO FACE LA SPARKS The Chicago Sky will take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a pre-season game on May 8 at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates. The Sky's home court at UIC Pavilion was unavailable for the game, so the Sky is moving the highly anticipated pre-season match-up of the top two WNBA draft picks to the northwest suburbs. The game will feature the league's top two rookies, likely to be University of Tennessee star Candace Parker ad Sylvia Fowles, LSU's dominating 6'6" center. For more information regarding the Sears Centre Arena and upcoming events, please visit the arena's website at www.searscentre.com, Cost: $131, $88, $47, $37, $24, $16, Hours: 7:00pm, www.searscentre.com; Sears Centre Arena | 5333 Prairie Stone Pkwy | Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 | 847-649-2222 05/08/2008- 05/08/2008 Trash Martini “Trash Martini is a newly formed Chicago cover band playing all the hit songs you know and love from the days of 80's hair metal to the sugary radio friendly pop rock of today. Paying close attention to detail & authenticity, Trash Martini continues to gain a growing fan base throughout the city & suburbs with rave reviews.”, Cost: $5.00 (21+) (VIP FREE!), Hours: 10pm, www.durtynellies.com; Durty Nellie's | 180 N. Smith St. | Palatine, IL 60067 | 847-358-9150 05/08/2008- 05/11/2008 Gabriel Iglesias Special Event Gabriel Iglesias’ style of comedy features telling stories with funny characters and sound effects that bring his issues to life. His amazing ability to relate to every audience with his clean, animated style of comedy has made him a big demand in all markets. , Cost: $29 , Hours: Showtimes vary., www.improv.com; Improv Comedy Club Chicago | 5 Woodfield Mall K120B | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-240-2001 05/09/2008- 05/09/2008 Movie Night Coyote Waits, Cost: $5 , Hours: 6:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 05/09/2008- 05/09/2008 Mike & Joe (Modern Rock/Alternative) Mike & Joe: is a popular cover band based out of Indianapolis and playing in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and from time to time, in Ohio. They play Modern Rock/Alternative music but will throw in some 80's and even a 70’s tune or two. A favorite at Nellie’s!, Cost: $6.00 (21+), Hours: 10pm, www.durtynellies.com; Durty Nellie's | 180 N. Smith St. | Palatine, IL 60067 | 847-358-9150 05/10/2008- 05/10/2008 Kingston Trio They revolutionized popular music in the 60’s and began the folk music revival. During the height of the Kingston Trio, they were the No. 1 vocal group in the world, a musical and cultural phenomenon whose record sales and concert draws were matched only by The Beatles. , Cost: $45 , Hours: 6:00pm & 9:00pm, www.metropolisarts.com; Metropolis Performing Arts Centre | 111 W. Campbell | Arlington Heights, IL 60005 | 847-577-2121 05/10/2008- 05/10/2008 95.1 WILL ROCK Presents TANTRIC Plus! Framing Hanley and Foster Child Tantric (rock/alternative) “TANTRIC shows rock fans everywhere what can be done with talent, passion and a unique take on what modern Rock & Roll should sound like. A band that garnered a Platinum record with their self-titled debut, featuring their #1 single, Breakdown. Their song, “Down and Out continues to be #1 on the Sirius Octane Rock 20 Countdown!”, Cost: $9.51 in advance, $12 door, Hours: 8pm, www.durtynellies.com; Durty Nellie's | 180 N. Smith St. | Palatine, IL 60067 | 847-358-9150 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Mother's Day Brunch Need a way to show that special lady in your life how much she means to you this Mother's Day? Treat Mom, Grandma, or any other loved one to a spectacular brunch at Brookfield Zoo's Discovery Center. Seatings are offered at 11:00 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Afterwards, spend the remainder of the day enjoying the park's numerous animals and strolling through beautiful landscapes. The cost for the brunch, which includes admission to the zoo, is $45 for adults and $31 for children 3-11 ($35 and $25 for zoo members). Children 2 and under eat for free. Visit www.BrookfieldZoo.org or call the Catered Events Department at (708) 688-8355 to make reservations and receive further information., Cost: $45 for adults and $31 for children 3-11 ($35 and $25 for zoo members)., Hours: 11:00 am or 1:30 pm, www.BrookfieldZoo.org; Brookfield Zoo | 3300 S. Golf Rd. | Brookfield, IL 60513 | 708-688-8000 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Mother's Day Celebration (Dia de la Madre) This year, make your mom's Mother's Day weekend a memorable one that includes a family visit to Brookfield Zoo. See the new animal moms and their adorable babies, and enjoy live Latin American musical performances, special Mother's Day Zoo Chats, craft activities, and much more! For more information, visit www.BrookfieldZoo.org or call (708) 688-8000., Cost: Adults $11; Children & Seniors $7, www.BrookfieldZoo.org; Brookfield Zoo | 3300 S. Golf Rd. | Brookfield, IL 60513 | 708-688-8000 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Mother's Day Brunch Join us at Sweet Baby Ray's in Elk Grove for our second annual Mother's Day Brunch. Treat your mother to our tasty all you can eat buffet! Complimentary Mimosa Toast and full Bloody Mary Bar with all the fixings! Reservations required., Hours: Seating at 11:00am and 1:00pm, www.sbrbbq.com; Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ | 800 E. Higgins Rd. | Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 | 847-437-9555 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Schaumburg Flyers 6th Annual Mother's Day Brunch The Schaumburg Flyers will conduct a spring training workout during the brunch on the playing field below the glass-enclosed Schaumburg Club. Players will visit the dining area to greet patrons and team mascot Bearon will be also be on hand. , Cost: Adults: $23.95; Children 10 and under: $11.95, Hours: Seating at 10:30am and 1:00pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 S. Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-524-0782 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Mother's Day All Moms Received a Complimentary Wine. Tasting and A Chocolate Truffle., www.lynfredwinery.com; Lynfred Winery | 15 S. Roselle Rd. | Roselle, IL 60172 | 630-529-WINE 05/11/2008- 05/11/2008 Sam & Harry's Mother's Day Brunch Brunch includes the buffet and a selection of one entrée. The buffet offers an omelette station, specialty breakfast items and miniature desserts., Cost: Adults: $35.00; Children 6-12: $15.00, Hours: 10:00am-3:00pm, www.samandharrys.com; Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center | 1551 North Thoreau Drive | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-303-4050 05/15/2008- 05/15/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks Professional Baseball. , Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 6:20pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/15/2008- 05/18/2008 Jamie Kennedy Jamie Kennedy has a stunning array of blockbuster movies under his belt including Scream, Scream 2, Bait, Boiler Room, Three Kings, and Bowfinger. In addition he has a new series on the WB that is described as hidden camera meets MadTV., Cost: $22-$24, Hours: Showtimes vary., www.improv.com; Improv Comedy Club Chicago | 5 Woodfield Mall K120B | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-240-2001 05/15/2008- 06/21/2008 The Musical of Musicals; The Musical! You see this play takes that basic plot and does it five times in five different musical styles with just four actors. That’s right, it’s five mini-musicals in one including: a Rodgers and Hammerstein spin off titled “Corn,” a Stephen Sondheim spoof called “A Little Complex,” a Jerry Herman piece named “Dear Abby,” an Andrew Lloyd Webber tribute penned “Aspects of Junita,” and of course a Kander and Ebb nod called “Speakeasy.”, Cost: $22-$42, Hours: Showtimes vary., www.metropolisarts.com; Metropolis Performing Arts Centre | 111 W. Campbell | Arlington Heights, IL 60005 | 847-577-2121 05/16/2008- 05/16/2008 Bike to Work Day Those who work or reside in Schaumburg are encouraged to join President Larson at the Meineke Recreational Center for a ride along Schaumburg's scenic bike path network. The event is set for May 16 at 9:30 am (weather permitting). The route proceeds from the Meineke Center to the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center. A map is posted on the website at www.villageofschaumburg.com/transportation., Hours: 9:30am, www.villageofschaumburg.com; Meineke Park | 220 E. Weathersfield Way | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-895-4500 05/16/2008- 05/16/2008 Movie Night A Thief In Time, Cost: $5 , Hours: 6:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 05/16/2008- 05/16/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks Professional Baseball. Fireworks!, Cost: $6-$12, Hours: 6:45pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/16/2008- 05/18/2008 Mount Prospect Village Wide Garage Sale What started as a small neighborhood garage sale has now blossomed into a major community event. Organized by Picket Fence Realty's Mount Prospect office, the garage sale has been expanded to include the entire village of Mount Prospect. Each participating homeowner holds their own garage sale just as they would at any other time of year. The difference is that thousands of shoppers are attracted to this large group sale, said to be the largest of its kind in Illinois., Cost: Free, Hours: 9:00am-dusk, www.mountprospectgaragesale.com; Mount Prospect | All over Mount Prospect | Mount Prospect, IL 60056 | 847-259-8600 05/17/2008- 05/17/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks Professional Baseball. Live band performance after the game., Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 6:05pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/17/2008- 05/17/2008 Run for Hungry Children Bright Hope International works with the poorest of the poor in Africa, Asia and South America. Our projects are designed to meet the physical, spiritual and economic needs of people living in situations of desperate poverty. Many times, those most affected by poverty are children. Meeting their basic needs of food, clothing, shelter, medicine and education is a top priority for Bright Hope. Please join with us to help these children., Cost: $20 registration, $25 race day, Hours: 6:45am -9am, www.cabelas.com; Cabela's | 5225 Prairie Stone Pkwy | Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 | 847-645-0400 05/17/2008- 05/17/2008 Celebrating Motherhood The journey of motherhood appears in many different ways. Give yourself the gift of "me time!" Relax, reconnect and rejuvenate! Gear down, getaway from it all and enjoy a spa day! In this day of juggling work and raising a family, "me time" is rare. Mother/daughter relationships can be challenging and are ever=changing. However, the best gift that a mother can give a daughter--and, as she becomes an adult, that a daughter can give a mother is permission to be herself. In this session, you will learn the dynamics of the mother daughter or even more challenging step relationships. You'll learn to get to know each other as people and to navigate the mother/daughter relationship and the yin and yang of wanting to be close but yet the need to be separate., Hours: TBD, www.spavargas.com; Spa Vargas | 250 W. Schick Rd | Bloomingdale , IL 60108 | 630-307-1100 05/17/2008- 09/27/2008 Bluesmobile Cruise Nights Saturdays this summer come downtown and reminisce with your friends and neighbors about those classic cars from the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's., Cost: Free, Hours: 6:00pm-9:00pm, www.mpdma.org; Metra West Lot - Downtown Mount Prospect | Northwest Highway and Rt. 83 | Mount Prospect, IL 60056 | 847-398-6616 05/18/2008- 05/18/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks Professional Baseball., Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 1:20pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/18/2008- 05/18/2008 Schaumburg Youth Orchestra Spring Concert Join directors Greta Hess, Kevan Kosobayashi, Joseph Malmquist and Michelle Molnor as they conduct talented musicians in performances of classical and popular music., Cost: $5 ($3 kids 12 and under) in advance and $7 at the door., Hours: 7:30 PM, www.prairiecenter.org; Prairie Center for the Arts | 201 Schaumburg Ct. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-895-3600 05/18/2008- 05/18/2008 Fahrrad Tour Von Schaumburg Celebrate Schaumburg’s German heritage with a one-hour tour of the village’s bikeways. The entire family will enjoy this police-guided tour through town. , Cost: Free, Hours: 12:00pm, www.parkfun.com; Blackwell Elementary School | 345 N. Walnut Lane | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-490-7020 05/18/2008- 05/18/2008 Fahrrad Tour von Schaumburg Bike Ride & Picnic Event Sponsors are Schaumburg Park District (847.985.2115) and the Village of Schaumburg (847.923.3862) Celebrate Schaumburg's German heritage, explore village neighborhoods, and join Village President Al Larson with a one-hour tour on bike routes and bike paths through Schaumburg. The entire family will enjoy this event which begins at Blackwell Elementary School, 345 N. Walnut Lane, at noon. At the end of the tour, at the Robert Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Court, participants will be treated to free bratwurst, hot dogs, chips, and beverages. Entertainment will be provided in the plaza area overlooking the pond and municipal center grounds. for those choosing not to ride their bikes back to their homes, bus transportation for participants and their bikes will be provided from the municipal center plaza back to Blackwell Elementary school starting at 1:45pm. A limited supply of t-shirts (adults and child size) will be available for purchase for $12. No pre-registration is required. All participants must sign a liability waiver prior to departure., Hours: Noon-2:15pm, www.villageofschaumburg.com; www.parkfun.com Village of Schaumburg | 345 N. Walnut Lane | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-923-3862 05/19/2008- 05/21/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Joliet Jackhammers Professional Baseball, Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 6:20pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/22/2008- 05/25/2008 Steve Trevino Steve Trevino has an uncanny ability to incorporate real-life scenarios and stories into his entertaining physical humor and strong stage presence, creating a live stage dynamic that keeps crowds laughing and asking for more. This makes it no surprise that Steve has become one of the country's fastest up-and-coming comedians. , Cost: $17-$19, Hours: Showtimes vary., www.improv.com; Improv Comedy Club Chicago | 5 Woodfield Mall K120B | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-240-2001 05/23/2008- 05/23/2008 Movie Night Skins, Cost: $5 , Hours: 6:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 05/23/2008- 05/26/2008 Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall and the Cost of Freedom Exhibit The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall is an 80% size replica of the original structure in Washington, D.C., stands over eight feet tall at its apex, and is over 370 feet long. The Wall will be located inside the stadium along the outfield warning track. The Cost of Freedom Exhibit displays are nine large memorials to remember and honor all who have lost their lives for our country in service since the Vietnam War. There will also be memorials for the current Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, World War II, Korean War, Women in Military and a 9/11 tribute. The exhibits at Alexian Field are expected to draw nearly 100,000 onlookers throughout the 4-day holiday weekend., Cost: TBA, Hours: TBA, www.flyersbaseball.com; http://avtt.org/index.htm Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/24/2008- 05/24/2008 Flying 4 Kids Be a part of this statewide kite fly and raise awareness for the Park District Youth License Plate program. Bring your favorite kite or come ready to build one on site with provided kite making kits., Cost: Free, Hours: 11:00am, www.parkfun.com; Meineke Recreation Center | 220 E. Weathersfield Way | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-490-7020 05/24/2008- 05/24/2008 Illinois Salutes 5K/10K Run and 5K Walk Run and Walk fundraiser for families of U.S. troops. Handicap accessible and restrooms are available. Event Info: usasalutes@yahoo.com To register for race: www.active.com, Cost: Registration fee, Hours: 8:00am - 10:00am, www.ahpd.org; Recreation Park | Miner Street and Belmont Avenue | Arlington Heights, IL 60004 | 847-577-3000 05/24/2008- 05/25/2008 21st Annual Prairie Arts Festival Fine art show & sale featuring artists, food vendors and live entertainment., Cost: Free admission, Hours: 10am-5pm, www.prairiecenter.org; Robert O. Atcher Municipal grounds | 201 S. Schaumburg Ct | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-923-3605 05/26/2008- 05/26/2008 Memorial Day Parade Memorial Day community parade organized by the local VFW organization. This event is handicap accessible. For event information call 847-253-5960., Cost: Free admission, Hours: 9:30am, www.ahpd.org; Memorial Park | Sigwalt Street west to Dunton Avenue, Dunton Avenue north to Memorial Park | Arlington Heights, IL 60004 | 847-577-3000 05/27/2008- 05/27/2008 Schaumburg Youth Orchestra & String Ensemble Spring Concert Join directors Greta Hess, Kevan Kosobayashi, Joseph Malmquist and Michelle Molnor as they conduct talented musicians in performances of classical and popular music., Cost: $5 ($3 kids 12 and under) in advance and $7 at the door., Hours: 7:30 PM, www.prairiecenter.org; Prairie Center for the Arts | 201 Schaumburg Ct. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-895-3600 05/28/2008- 05/28/2008 Schaumburg Youth Chamber Strings Join directors Greta Hess, Kevan Kosobayashi, Joseph Malmquist and Michelle Molnor as they conduct talented musicians in performances of classical and popular music., Cost: $5 ($3 kids 12 and under) in advance and $7 at the door., Hours: 7:30 PM, www.prairiecenter.org; Prairie Center for the Arts | 201 Schaumburg Ct. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-895-3600 05/29/2008- 06/01/2008 Rose Festival Annual carnival with food, fun, beer tent, music and entertainment. Check out village's website for times., www.roselle.il.us; Roselle Commuter Train Station Lot | 540 E. Irving Park Road | Roselle, IL 60172 | 630-671-2801 05/29/2008- 06/01/2008 Greg Behrendt Greg Behrendt is a storyteller who engages his audience with a self-reflective, every "dude" comic approach. Currently, Greg appears regularly on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and has signed a deal with NBC to develop and star in a sitcom based on his stand up. , Cost: $22-$24, Hours: Showtimes vary., www.improv.com; Improv Comedy Club Chicago | 5 Woodfield Mall K120B | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | 847-240-2001 05/30/2008- 05/30/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Kansas City T-Bones Professional Baseball. Fireworks!, Cost: $6-$12, Hours: 6:45pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/30/2008- 05/30/2008 Movie Night Smoke Signals, Cost: $5 , Hours: 6:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 05/31/2008- 05/31/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Kansas City T-Bones Professional Baseball. Live band performance after the game., Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 6:05pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 05/31/2008- 05/31/2008 Spirited Daughters spirited Daughters Exhibit Opening feat. Young female Native American artists ages 10-25, Hours: 1:00pm, www.myspace.com/trickstergallery; Trickster Gallery | 190 S. Roselle Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-301-2090 06/01/2008- 06/01/2008 Schaumburg Flyers vs. Kansas City T-Bones Professional baseball., Cost: $5-$11, Hours: 1:20pm, www.flyersbaseball.com; Alexian Field | 1999 Springinsguth Rd. | Schaumburg, IL 60193 | 847-891-2255 06/01/2008- 06/01/2008 Rose Parade Annual parade departing Turner Park, south on Roselle Road to Granville, east to Prospect, south to Irving Park, east to Lawrence Avenue., Cost: Free, Hours: 2pm, www.rosellechamber.com; Turner Park to Lawrence Avenue | Roselle, IL 60172 | 630-894-3010 06/01/2008- 08/31/2008 Zoo Tunes What could be better than viewing more than 400 species of animals and listening to a free summer concert! This summer, people of all ages will be delighted with the lineup of entertainers scheduled to perform. Get ready to enjoy live music on the Zoo's East Mall on select Sunday afternoons all summer!, Cost: Adults $11; Children & Seniors $7, www.BrookfieldZoo.org; Brookfield Zoo | 3300 S. Golf Rd. | Brookfield, IL 60513 | 708-688-8000