Get Out: Plan Your Jazzy, Rockin', Beatles Weekend

"Hairspray," the Musical, At Maine East High School

Where/When: 2601 W. Dempster, Park Ridge. 7:30 p.m. Friday March 4 and Saturday March 5.
Why Go: See a diverse school present a wacky, fun musical about how the chubby girl integrated a high school in 1962 just because she loved to dance. 
Pricing: $10.

‘Come Together For the Beatles' Nights

Where/When: Park Ridge Community Church, 100 Courtland Ave., Park Ridge, Friday March 4 and Sat. March 5, from 7-10 p.m. 
Why Go: It's a "Hard Day's Night," so come hear veteran and young bands performing live Beatles music on stage. 
Pricing: $10 in advance, $5 students, $15 at the door. Advance tickets at the church during business hours, or Allegro Music, 800 W. Devon, Park Ridge. Proceeds benefit youth ministry. 

Jazz Vespers at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection

Where/When: 8450 N. Shermer, Niles, Sunday March 6, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Why Go: Pastor Bruce Anderson started this series because he used to play jazz; tonight, they welcome Jim Cooper and friends to the stage. 
Pricing: $10.

Where/When: Northbrook Public Library, Friday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Michigan jazz pianist and composer, Deborrah Wyndham performs.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Winnetka Community House, Friday, March 4 at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Big reds and buttery whites that won't break the bank! Come sample vintages from around the world that will be both easy on your palette and more importantly on your pocketbook. Enjoy the savings offered on superb wines by co-sponsoring vendor, the International House of Wine and Cheese. Delicious pairings of savory appetizers will be served. All wines will be available for purchase with case discounts and free delivery.
Pricing: $45 in advance, $55 at the door.


Where/When: The Book Stall at Chestnut Court, Winnetka, Friday, March 4 at 6 p.m.
Why Go: The author of "Winnetka" signs "Northfield," her new volume in the “Images of America” series, about the history of Northfield and the legendary story behind how the suburb got its name. 
Pricing: Free


Where/When: North Shore Country Club, Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m.
Why Go: The Northwestern Graduate Students Curling Club provides a lesson followed by play time, appetizers and warm wine punch.
Pricing: $30-$55

‘Sing Out Chicago’
Where/When: North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie, Sunday, March 13 at 4:30 p.m.
Why Go: The Jewish United Fund hosts the “Sing Out Chicago” event, which features male singing group the “Maccabeats.”
Pricing: $18


Where/When: Wilmette Public Library, Friday, March 4 at 11:45 a.m.
Why Go: Join businesswomen from the Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe and Northfield Chambers of Commerce at this monthly event at the Wilmette Library. The Executive Director of JJ's List, provides a guide for "person-first language" when engaging someone with a disability.
Pricing: Visit www.wilmettechamber.com to order lunch.


Where/When: Wilmette Public Library, Saturday, March 5 at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Wilmette resident Bob Karr, a recognized expert on Frank Lloyd Wright and Japan, will explore Wright's extraordinary relationship with Japan on March 5 in the auditorium. Mr. Karr will present historic photographs and images, as well his own photographs, of the places Wright encountered during his numerous trips to Japan between 1905 and 1922, places that inspired the renowned architect's style. Karr has studied and worked extensively in Japan and served on the board of the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Evanston
Why Go: Laura McDowell, assistant curator of collections at the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian in Evanston, will lead a tour of the Mitchell's permanent galleries at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 5. The event will survey Native American art forms across North America --  and the forces that have shaped them.
Pricing: $5, $2.50, free for Mitchell Museum members and tribal members