See the Grayslake Athletics take on the McHenry County Independants in a game of mid-19th Century-style baseball from 3-5 p.m. Aug. 25 on the north side of Central Park, 477 N. Lake St., Grayslake.

August 23

Billiards Time for Adults
4-7 p.m.
River East Public Library, 813 W. Route 120, Lakemoor
Free

Adults (ages 18 and up) can get together with friends to play some pool downstairs at the library in this session of a recurring program. A PS4 system and games also are available. For more information, call 815-385-6303 or visit www.rivereastlibrary.org.

August 24

Summer Concert Series
Noon to 1 p.m.
Waukegan Public Library, 128 N. County St., Waukegan
Free

See guitar instrumentalist “Jazzman” Jeff Justman perform jazz-flavored interpretations of songs by The Beatles and other 1960s rock acts, as well as original compositions. Registration is not required. All ages are welcome. For more information, call 847-623-2041 or visit www.waukeganpl.org.

Movie on the Green
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Fox Lake Community Garden Green, 17 E. School Court, Fox Lake
Free

Bring blankets and lawn chairs to the Community Garden Green to enjoy an outdoor screening of the 1942 classic drama film, “Casablanca” (rated PG-13), starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. For more information, call 847-587-2151 or visit www.foxlake.org.

August 25

Friction Fest
2:30 p.m.
Broken Oar Marina Bar & Grill, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington
Free

See area bands Cinful, My Metal Heart, Friction and Pat Capone’s Bootlegger Band perform in concert during the day-long Friction Fest, part of Broken Oar’s Endless Summer Outdoor Concert Series. For more information, call 847-639-9468 or visit www.brokenoar.com.

Vintage Baseball Game
3-5 p.m.
Central Park, 477 N. Lake St., Grayslake
Free

See the Grayslake Athletics take on the McHenry County Independants in a game of mid-19th Century-style baseball on the north side of Central Park. The event is hosted by the Grayslake Heritage Center & History Museum. For more information, call 847-543-1745 or visit www.villageofgrayslake.com.

Bands in the Sand: The Wailers
5:30 p.m.
Sideouts Sports Tavern, 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake
$20-$70

See iconic reggae band The Wailers perform the late Bob Marley’s classic album, “Legend,” in its entirety. This special outdoor show (ages 21 and up only) also includes opening acts Liquid Soul and Old Shoe. Limited VIP packages ($330-$800) are available. Doors open at 5 p.m. For tickets, and more information, call 847-526-7174 or visit www.sideouts.com.

August 26

Bird Beaks
1 p.m.
Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills
Free

In this Crabtree Nature Center program, attendees can compare local bird bills while learning that not all beaks are created equal. For more information, call 847-381-6592 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

Concerts in the Park
5-6:30 p.m.
Kracklauer Park Gazebo, 100 N. Seymour Ave., Mundelein
Free

Gather your friends and neighbors, pack some snacks and drinks, and head to the park to enjoy a performance by rock/blues/jazz/swing band Skip Towne and the Greyhounds in the final session of the Mundelein Park District’s 2018 Concerts in the Park series. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 847-388-5460 or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

August 27

Big Thinkers!
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Lake Forest Library, 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest
Free

Kids (ages 2 and up) with a parent or caregiver can stop by the Kasian Room to enjoy a variety of hands-on activities with special toys, puppets, puzzles, a LEGO table and big books for creative play in this session of a recurring program. For more information, call 847-234-0648 or visit www.lakeforestlibrary.org.

August 28

Tech Tuesdays
9-11 a.m.
Panera Bread, 730 Northwest Highway, Fox River Grove
Free

Patrons of the Fox River Grove Memorial Library (currently closed for renovations) can visit Panera to get help using eBooks, eAudiobooks, the library catalog and more. Bring your electronic device and library card. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 847-639-2274 or visit www.frgml.org.

–Lake County Calendar of Events August 22 – August 28–