Get Out: Spring Fling, Fear No Art and More

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.

1.

Where/When: , Expo Center, 1060 E. Peterson Rd., Grayslake; 6 - 11 p.m., Friday, April 29.

Why Go?: Music, dinner and dancing, cash bar, 50/50 raffle, silent auction and prizes. Sponsored by the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce.

Pricing: $50 per adult; $25 per child, 14 and under

2. 

Where / When: , 1950 N. Highway 45, Libertyville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Vendors, games, food, entertainment and raffles. Free and open to all. Sponsored by the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce.

Pricing: Free admission

3. 

Where / When: , Mainstage Theatre, CLC Grayslake Campus; 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, April 29 and 30 and 2 p.m., Sunday, May 1.

Why Go?: Celebrate the many forms of dance, music and art. Original choreography by CLC students and faculty set to a variety of musical styles. Show features talented vocalists and musicians. Visual art display in the lobby.

Pricing: $10 for general admission; $8 for CLC students, staff, seniors 65 and over; $4 for children under 12

4.

Where / When: Gurnee Mills Mall, 6170 Grand Ave., Gurnee Mills; 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1.

Why Go?: Have fun while researching home improvement and remodeling ideas. Hundreds of exhibits and top professionals. Huge discounts on all products and services. Live demonstrations, cooking show, celebrity guests. Live radio and television broadcasts. Live entertainment, food, activities, free drawings, free promotional goods, free balloons, free popcorn and more.

Pricing: Free

5.

Where / When: , Grayslake Campus, C Wing Auditorium, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; 7 p.m., Friday, April 29.

Why Go?: CLC students, faculty and staff present this Eve Ensler show that features a collection of new, personal essays by celebrities, literati and feminist luminaries. The student cast is directed by CLC alumna and a current student.

Pricing: $7 suggested donation; $5 for students

6.

Where/When: Bob Chinn's Crab House, 393 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; Friday, April 29.

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

7. 

 Where / When: Grayslake Heritage Center, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake; 2 p.m., Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Join in on a discussion of the evolution of the rules of the National Pasttime. All baseball enthusiasts are invited to attend.

Pricing: Free 

And if you still want more, check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner that's refreshed every Wednesday. If we have missed any of your favorites, please share them with us in the comment box below.