We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. INTERIOR INTERVENTION Where/When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the Anderson Architecture Center, 302 S. Grant St., Hinsdale. Why Go: Make an appointment for a free one-on-one consultation with an interior designer! Roger and Ruth Anderson Architecture will partner experienced local designers with homeowners looking to freshen up their surroundings.  Participants will be randomly assigned to an interior designer for a 15-minute session. Bring photographs and other …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. TOY STORY 3 Where/When: 6 p.m. Friday at the Clarendon Hills Community Center, 315 Chicago Ave. Why Go: Come out with the family to enjoy the movie "Toy Story 3"complete with ice cream sundaes and all of the toppings. Registration required. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Pricing: Free. 2. RESALE Where/When: 5-9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at The Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S. Garfield St. Why Go: This sale sponsored by the …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. PIZZA AND A MOVIEWhere/When: 6 p.m. Friday at The Community House, 415 W. 8th St., Hinsdale.Why Go: See "Rio" on the 12-foot screen with state-of-the-art sound system, free popcorn and lemonade, and pizza available for purchase.Pricing: $10. 2. MARSHALL VENTEWhere/When: 7-10 p.m. Friday at Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 510 Village Center Dr., Burr Ridge.Why Go: The pianist performs jazz.Pricing: No cover. 3. AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS THEATRE-HIKEWhere/When…

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. LISA STARWhere/When: 2-3 p.m. Friday at The Birches, 215 55th St., Clarendon Hills.Why Go: Vocalist Lisa Star will entertain during a wine and cheese party, part of week-long series of events celebrating National Assisted Living Week. Reservations required.Pricing: Free. 2. MIKE BEETLEYWhere/When: 7-10 p.m. Friday at Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 510 Village Center Dr., Burr Ridge.Why Go: The folk rock artist performs on acoustic guitar.Pricing: No cover. 3…

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. ICE CREAM SOCIALWhere/When: 3-6 p.m. Sunday at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave, Hinsdale.Why Go: The Hinsdale Hospital Medical Staff Auxiliary will host “Look What’s Happening in Your Own Backyard,” the 57th Annual Ice Cream Social. Admission is free; ice cream, Doggie Diner hot dogs, Lucca’s pizza, nachos and beverages will be available for a nominal fee. All proceeds raised from the event will benefit Adventist Hinsdale Hospital’s new patient pavilion, …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. SOUL COOKINWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: The band covers great American jazz and R&B classics of the '50s, Motown sounds of the '60s, the '70s disco era, and right into the 21st Century's contemporary dance hits, this week at the Concert on the Green.Pricing: Free. 2.  WIZARD OF OZ THEATRE-HIKEWhere/When: 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Lincoln Ave., Lisle. Why Go: "The Wizard of Oz" …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. THE CONNEXION BANDWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: This band offers a variety of music, this week at the Concert on the Green.Pricing: Free. 2. COLONEL MCCORMICK DAYWhere/When: 3 p.m. Sunday at Cantigny Gardens & Grounds, 1s151 Winfield Rd.Why Go: Cantigny Park will celebrate the 131st birthday of Robert R. McCormick. Activities and demonstrations for visitors of all ages are planned. Vintage games will be …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. ROMEO AND JULIETWhere/When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook.Why Go: First Folio Theatre presents Shakespeare's classic outdoors.Pricing: $25-$35. 2. DENNIS KEITH BANDWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: This band performs a wide variety of music, this week at the Concert on the Green.Pricing: Free. 3. FOOTLOOSEWhere/When: 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.…

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're  and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. ROMEO AND JULIETWhere/When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook.Why Go: First Folio Theatre presents Shakespeare's classic outdoors.Pricing: $25-$35. 2. SECOND TIME AROUNDWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: The classic rock cover band entertains at the weekly Concert on the Green.Pricing: Free. 3. GRILLFESTWhere/When: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday at …

Patch has the best bets for when the work week is over and you're ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. GUITARRA AZULWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: The Latin guitar band appears at the weekly outdoor concert.Pricing: Free. 2. JAZZ FESTWhere/When: 3-10 p.m. Saturday at 480 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn.Why Go: The fifth annual Jazz Fest Glen Ellyn is a family-friendly event. The roster includes some of the Chicago-area’s finest jazz performers, and offer music that evokes Latin rhythms to torch song standards. …

We’ve got the best bets for when the work week is over and you're and ready to get out for the holiday weekend. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. LISA RENE' BANDWhere/When: 7:40-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: The band plays a variety of music, appearing at the weekly Concert on the Green.Pricing: Free. 2. KASSIE MILLERWhere/When:  7-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Cooper's Hawk Winery, 510 Village Center Dr., Burr Ridge.Why Go: An acoustic set from a singer who blends country and soul.Pricing: No cover. 3. FIREWORKSWhere/When: At dusk Sunday…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. FINE ART - FINE WINEWhere/When: 5-8 p.m. Friday at Acquisitions of Fine Art, 10 E. Hinsdale Ave.Why Go: Attendees will get an intimate tour of this gallery filled with rare pieces from acclaimed masters such as Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro and Andy Warhol as well as contemporary emerging artists including Tenold Peterson. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served as well as a …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. DAISY DAYSWhere/When: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Village of Clarendon Hills, 1 N. Prospect Ave.Why Go: This annual event to kick off summer is for the whole family, providing food, games, and live music. Pricing: Free. 2. THE CROWN VICSWhere/When: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: The '50s-style rock band performs in the…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. CONCERT ON THE GREENWhere/When: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday at Burr Ridge Village Green, 801 Village Center Dr.Why Go: Big Band/Swing outfit the Jay Witcher Orchestra perform outside, weather permitting. Pricing: Free. 2. PADS VOLUNTEER PICNICWhere/When: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton.Why Go: DuPage PADS will host a volunteer picnic and party to …

Do you know what you’ll do for the weekend? Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. CHEVROLET NIGHTWhere/When: 6-9 p.m. Friday in Downtown Downers Grove.Why Go: The summer night Classic Car Show features Chevys (no Corvettes) this week.  All classic cars are welcome on Main Street between Maple and Franklin. Chevys, 1980 and older, will be on Curtiss Street.Pricing: Free. 2. FINE ARTS FESTIVALWhere/When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Graue Mill and Museum, 3800 York Rd., …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. CLASSIC CAR SHOWWhere/When: 6-9 p.m. Friday on Main St. from Maple to Franklin, Downers Grove.Why Go: Wander among the classic cars, 1980 or older, with the featured Fords, Mercurys and Lincolns on Curtiss Street. Acoustic rock cover band Johnny Don't to perform.Pricing: Free. 2. PRIVATE LIVESWhere/When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at College of DuPage, …

It’s Thursday, you’ve got nothing planned for the weekend, and you've had the same song stuck in your head since Monday morning. Patch is coming to the rescue. Whether you want to dance, rock out, or just sit quietly and enjoy the tones, we’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work Friday and ready to get out and hear some music. Check out our picks for the spots to hit. 1. CINDERELLAWhere/When: 8 a.m. Friday at McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn.Why Go: Von Heidecke's Chicago Festival Ballet's production of Prokofiev's "Cinderella." Pricing: $37…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. CULINARY TREASURESWhere/When: 6 p.m. Friday at Clarendon Hills Park District, 315 Chicago Ave.Why Go: It's the food and wine pairings event of the year. Hosted by the Clarendon Hills Historical Society, this event is their signature fund-raiser to restore Heritage Hall. Culinary expertise is provided by "All Wined Up," "The Village Gourmet," and "D's Chocolate."Pricing: $…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for when you're done with work and ready to get out. Check our picks for the activities to hit. 1. PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILEWhere/When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Center Stage Theater, 1665 Quincy Ave., Naperville.Why Go: Steve Martin's play about a chance meeting between Einstein and Picasso.Pricing: $20. 2. BOBBY REXWhere/When: 7:30-10 p.m. Friday at All Wined Up, 27 S. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills.Why Go: The guitarist appears.Pricing: No cover 3. SHY …

1. Home coming down, everything must go A giant Hinsdale home at 305 N. Washington St., is being demolished, and Murco Recycling Enterprises is holding a live auction to disperse as much reclaimable material to new homes before the wrecking balls hit. From 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 2. Learn to make baby food A class demonstrating homemade baby food recipes at Whole Foods, 500 E. Ogden Ave. 3. Learn to improve your kitchen Normandy Builders, 44 E. Ogden Ave., will help you find ways to maximize your kitchen’s functionality as well as ways to make textures, colors and styles meld together to …