See the CenterStage production of the timeless, classic musical “Fiddler on the Roof,” July 29-31, in the John & Nancy Hughes Theater (Gorton Community Center), 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest.

July 27

Concerts in the Park Series

7-8:30 p.m.

Citizens Park Amphitheater, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington

Free

Enjoy an interactive, musical comedy experience with Midwest Dueling Pianos in this all request-driven show. Free popcorn will be provided. For more information, call (847) 381-0687 or visit www.barringtonparkdistrict.org.

July 28

Sunset Stroll

6:30-8 p.m.

Van Patten Woods, 15838 W. Route 173, Wadsworth

Free

Relax and take a summer evening walk as day turns into night at Van Patten Woods. All ages are welcome; adult supervision is required. No registration is required. For more information, call (847) 367-6640 or visit www.lcfpd.org.

July 28

It’s Thursday Concert Series

7:30-9 p.m.

William E. Brook Memorial Entertainment Center, 902 Skidmore Drive, Antioch

Free

The summer-long It’s Thursday Concert Series continues with a performance by ABBA tribute band ABBA Salute. For more information, call (847) 395-2160 or visit www.antioch.il.gov.

July 28

Arbotheater Concerts

7-9 p.m.

Vernon Hills Memorial Arbotheater, 50 S. Fairway Drive, Vernon Hills

Free

Dance along to the sounds of R-Gang, a veteran, Chicago-based band specializing in R&B, funk and soul from the Motown era into the 21st Century. For more information, call (847) 367-3700 or visit www.vernonhills.org.

July 29

Blue & You

6-8 p.m.

Lake Zurich Police Department, 200 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich

Free

Interact with local law enforcement agencies, learn about police technology and equipment, touch a truck and participate in police activities during this community event. For more information, call (847) 438-5141 or visit www.lakezurich.org.

July 29

Food Truck Friday

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Lincolnshire Corporate Center (parking lot), 300 Knightsbridge Parkway, Lincolnshire

Free

This ongoing summertime lunch event features culinary offerings from 10 participating mobile vendors, including Ara’s Eats & Treats, Best Truckin’ BBQ and Happy Lobster. For more information, call (847) 883-8600 or visit www.village.lincolnshire.il.us.

July 29

Movie in the Park

8 p.m.

Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan

Free

Enjoy an outdoor showing of the PG-rated film, “Princess Bride.” Popcorn and beverages will be available for purchase. In the event of rain, the movie will be shown indoors at the Jack Benny Center, 39 Jack Benny Drive. For more information, call (847) 360-4740 or visit www.waukeganparks.org.

July 29

Family Fun Fridays

1-2 p.m.

Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach

Free

Bring the family to learn about healthy eating and responsible farming in a fun way with Miss Jamie’s Farm, a popular, interactive children’s music act. For more information, call (847) 201-9032 or visit www.villageofroundlakebeach.com.

July 29, 30 and 31

‘Fiddler on the Roof’

7:30 p.m. July 29 and 30; 3 p.m. July 31

John & Nancy Hughes Theater (Gorton Community Center), 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

$25 (adults), $15 (students), $30 (all tickets at the door)

See this CenterStage production of the timeless, classic musical, which tells the story of Tevye, a father of five daughters who strives to maintain Jewish religious and cultural traditions in early 20th Century Imperial Russia. For tickets, and more information, call (847) 234-6062 or visit www.centerstagelakeforest.org.

July 30

Cousin Curtiss

9 p.m.

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

Free

See Cousin Curtiss, a one-man band — featuring guitar, vocals, drums, harmonica and bass (via a self-made stomp box) — with a sound that blends Americana, blues, quasi-electronic and roots music. For more information, call (847) 362-6688 or visit www.mickeyfinnsbrewery.com.

July 31

Gospelfest

3-6 p.m.

Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago

Free

Enjoy this outdoor fest, an annual event featuring choirs, solo performers and praise dancers. This year’s headliners are Malcolm Williams and Great Faith. Bridgette Campbell and The Lamar Sisters will perform as well. Children can enjoy nature activities during the event, and food will be available for purchase. For more information, call (847) 968-3477 or visit www.lcfpd.org.

August 2

Canning Summer’s Bounty

7-8:30 p.m.

Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake

Free

Join Radical Root Farm’s Alison Parker to learn the art of canning. Parker’s demonstration includes canning techniques, safe canning guidelines, equipment and other info on how to can, pickle and make jams with confidence. To register, and for more information, call (847) 223-5313 or visit www.grayslake.info.