Get Out: 5K, High School Play

Looking for something fun 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: ; 1 - 4 p.m., Friday, September 16.

Why Go: Find out about all the services OMNI has to offer. Raffle and networking opportunities. Bring plenty of business cards. Please RSVP to Lizzete Puente at lpuente@omniyouth.org or 847-353-1656.

Pricing: Free.


2.

Where/When: , Studio Theatre in the West Building; 7 p.m., Friday, 2 and 7 p.m., Saturday, September 16 and 17.

Why Go: Stevenson High School's Fina Arts Division presents their fall play. Students will perform the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning story of a family dealing with the accidental death of their 4-year-old son.

Pricing: $5 per person.


3.

Where/When: ; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sunday, September 18.

Why Go: 5K run/2K walk to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation. Call 847-459-8980 or click here for more information and to register.

Pricing: $35 per person for the run; $100 for a family of 3 - 5 people for the run; $25 per person for the family and pet-friendly walk.


4.

Where/When: , in front of the Spray 'n Play; 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Sunday, September 18.

Why Go: Shop the great assortment of fresh produce, flowers, meats and cheeses from local farmers and vendors. The farmers market will take place, rain or shine.

Pricing: Free admission.


5.

Where/When: , Football Stadium; 5 - 10 p.m., Saturday, September 17.

Why Go: Annual District 125 charity event to benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lake County. 5K Spirit Walk, carnival games, music entertainment and fireworks. Join in the spelling of CASA with glow sticks on the football field and help set a Guinness World Record for the largest glow-in-the-dark design.

Pricing: $10 per person; $20 for a family of three; $25 for a family of four; $30 for a family of five or more. Additional donations are encouraged.


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