“Bricks and Ivy,” a comedic play, written by Jay Stephen about a father and his 10-year-old son enjoying the boy’s first visit to Wrigley Field for a game, is playing at Three Brothers Theatre, 115 N. Genesee St., Waukegan through May 28.

May 6 and 7

‘Bricks and Ivy’

8-10:30 p.m.

Three Brothers Theatre, 115 N. Genesee St., Waukegan

$20 (adults), $15 (students and seniors)

See this comedic play, written by Jay Stephen, about a father and his 10-year-old son enjoying the boy’s first visit to Wrigley Field for a game during the 1980s era of Harry Caray and Ryne Sandberg. The show also runs May 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28. For tickets, and more information, call (224) 419-4325 or visit www.3brostheatre.com.

May 5, 6 and 7

‘Legally Blonde the Musical’

7-10 p.m.

Waukegan High School Trapp Auditorium, 2325 Brookside Ave., Waukegan

$10 (adults), $8 (students and seniors)

See this Waukegan High School production of the popular musical, which tells the story of a young woman who realizes her potential after charming her way into Harvard Law School, originally in pursuit of an ex-boyfriend. For tickets, and more information, call (224) 303-2938 or visit www.wps60.org.

May 6

Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners

9 p.m.

Mickey Finn’s Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville

Free

See this long-running Chicago-area band perform a set of self-described “red-hot rockin’, swamp-boogie blues.” For more information, call (847) 362-6688 or visit www.mickeyfinnsbrewery.com.

Games & Pizza

4-5:30 p.m.

Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein

Free

In this Teen F.I.T. program, students in grades 7-12 can enjoy an afternoon of board games, chess, checkers, cards, puzzles and the occasional Wii game. Pizza will be served. To register, and for more information, call (847) 566-8702 or visit www.fremontlibrary.org.

May 7

Lost in Storyland Puppet Show

11 a.m. to noon

Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire

Free

In this program (for ages 2-8 with an adult), internationally acclaimed puppeteers will pack this show with a cast of characters that includes Puss in Boots, The Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, Little Miss Muffet and more. Registration is required. For more information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.org.

4th Annual Family Fishing Event

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lakefront Park, 1019 N. Lake Shore Drive, Round Lake Beach

Free

Spend the day fishing and enjoying Round Lake in this Round Lake Area Park District event, which includes kids’ games and activities, entertainment, live music and food. For more information, call (847) 546-2351 or visit www.roundlakeareaparkdistrict.org.

CLC International Film Series

7 p.m.

James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County (Room A162), 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake

Free

View a showing of the European film, “Clouds of Sils Maria,” which tells the story of an internationally acclaimed actress navigating middle age as she revisits the play that made her a star in her youth — this time as the lead character’s mother. For more information, call (847) 543-2623 or visit www.clcillinois.edu/events.

Tasting History: Fun Flavors of the Fifties

2-4 p.m.

Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 N. Forest Preserve Road, Wauconda

$12 (residents), $15 (non-residents)

In this two-hour class, participants (ages 18 and up) will be given a demonstration in how to prepare an authentic 1950s meal, including two canapes, a salad, a main dish and dessert. Enjoy a sample of each dish as well. Registration is required. For more information, call (847) 968-3400 or visit www.lcfpd.org.

May 8

Mother’s Day Brunch

11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Beelow’s Steakhouse, 763 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich

$34.95 (adults), $14.95 (children)

Treat Mom to a brunch that includes a prime rib and smoked ham carving station; eggs Benedict; an egg, omelet, pancake and waffle bar; bacon; sausage; biscuits and gravy; Harrison’s all-natural chicken; salmon; tilapia; salads; fresh fruit; desserts; and more. For reservations, and more information, call (847) 540-0600 or visit www.beelowslakezurich.com.

May 9

Trivia Night

7 p.m.

Lake Bluff Brewing Co., 16 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff

Free

In this Lake Bluff Public Library event, attendees (ages 21 and up) can form teams of up to six people to take part in an evening of lively trivia competition. Registration is required. For more information, call the library at (847) 234-2540 or visit www.lakeblufflibrary.org.

May 10

Art Meet Up: Colors & Chillers

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion

Free

Bring a friend, or come by yourself, to enjoy some stress-relief time by coloring in this adult program (ages 18 and up). Snacks and drinks will be provided. To register, and for more information, call (847) 872-4680 or visit www.zblibrary.info.