The DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton, will host its third annual Night at the Museum Children’s Party from 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 20.

April 20

Night at the Museum
6:30-9:30 p.m.
DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton
$10

The museum will host its third annual Night at the Museum Children’s Party. Activities will include a screening of “Night at the Museum: Secrets of the Tomb,” a flashlight scavenger hunt, games, crafts and snack bar buffet. Buy tickets at dupagemuseum.org.

April 21

Sleeping Beauty Character Breakfast
8:45 a.m.
Medinah Baptist Church, 900 Foster Ave., Medinah
$12 adults, $10 children

As guests enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast, they will be visited by Sleeping Beauty and friends. Princes and princesses under 12 will receive a special gift. Youngsters are encouraged to dress up in their royal attire. This presentation will be a a non-traditional Sleeping Beauty based on the tradition story. Purchase tickets at overshadowed.org/character-breakfast/.

Curious George
11 a.m. and 1 p.m. shows
McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
$20

All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day comes just once a year, and George has been waiting anxiously to help his friend Chef Pisghetti cook something delicious. But when their competitor’s Meatballs O’Matic machine takes the crowd, Curious George must travel to Rome to get a “secret ingredient” that will set them apart. Join the inquisitive little monkey in this new musical, 50 minutes in length and recommended for children ages 3 and up. Get tickets at atthemac.org. Call 630-942-4000 for more information.

The Adoption Process from A to Z
1-3 p.m.
Helen Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard
Free

Attorney Sally Wildman will present a seminar to help prospective adoptive parents know their rights. She will present fundamentals of an adoption and the legal steps involved. She will share resources on choosing adoption agencies, community support and related professionals. Discussion will focus on different types of adoption and current trends. For additional information, call 630-627-0316; Register at helenplum.org/adoption-process-z.

Sears Home Bus Tour
1-3 p.m.
Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove
$20 for residents, $30 for non-residents

In the early 20th century, numerous Downers Grove residents purchased homes straight out of mail-order catalogs! Take a two-hour tour of the catalog homes that remain. For more information, call 630-963-1309. 

Artist-led Tour and Activity
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Ave., Elmhurst
Free with regular museum admission or current membership

Join artist and educator Donna Castellanos on an in-depth tour of her exhibition. She will then lead a session in which participants are invited to use found materials to make their own artwork. For more information, call 630-834-0202.

April 21-April 22

The Western DuPage County Home Improvement Expo 2018
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road., Wheaton
Free

Now in its 10th year, vendors at the expo will display new products in addition to the traditional ones for those who want to bring their renovation ideas to fruition. For more information, call 630-468-2237.

April 22

PiYo and Pinot
10:30 a.m.
Lynfred Winery, 15 S. Roselle Road, Roselle
$20

Join certified instructors for a 45-minute PiYo session in the Lynfred cellar followed by a glass of wine. PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. Wear comfortable clothes for easy movement and bring a yoga mat. A limited number of mats will be available. Reservations are required. Go to lynfredwinery.com.

History Speaks: The Woman Who Launched the Environmental Movement
4 p.m.
Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville
$10 adults, $9 children 4-12 years of age and students; discounts for members

Biologist and author Rachel Carlson warned the world of the potentially dire environmental impact of chemical and pesticides in the bestselling 1962 book, “Silent Spring.” In this living history program set in 1963, actress and historian Leslie Goddard portrays Carson as she discusses her childhood love for the living world, her passion for writing, and her work to awaken the world to the beauty and fragility of nature. Registration is suggested. Call 630-420-6010.

–DuPage County Calendar of Events April 18 – April 22–