Movie time | Lansing

Lansing Public Library will show a movie starring Kevin Costner as an Iowa farmer who builds a baseball field in his cornfield. The movie starts at 10:30 a.m. today in the Community Room at the library, 2750 Indiana Ave. Showing is free.

FYI: Call (708) 474-2447.

Musical | Chicago Heights

Bloom High School students will stage the musical "The Wiz" today and April 19 in the school's Workman Auditorium. Both performances will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets, available at the box office, will be priced at $6 for adults, and $5 for students with IDs and for senior citizens. Children 5 and younger are admitted free. "The Wiz" is an adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz" story by L. Frank Baum. The school is at 22331 Cottage Grove Avenue.

FYI: Call (708) 758-7000.

Junior Olympics | Calumet City

The Calumet Memorial Park District will host its local competition of the Junior Olympics from 10 a.m. to noon April 19 at the Sandridge Center, 600 Oglesby Ave. This free event is open to all boys and girls ages 8 to 13, who will compete in various basketball, tennis, soccer and track and field events. Winners will advance to the regional competition, and may advance to the nationals.

FYI: Call (708) 862-6443 or visit calumetmemorialparkdistrict.com.

Fun guide | Calumet City

The Calumet Memorial Park District's Summer Fun Guide will be arriving in residents' mailboxes in late April. It will contain complete information on all of the park district's programs, trips and special events for the summer.

FYI: Call (708) 862-6443 or visit calumetmemorialparkdistrict.com.

Explore ArtChicago | University Park

Today is the last day to register for Explore ArtChicago, taking place April 28. Join Geoff Bates from the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University at one of the most important art fairs in the world. Bates will lead participants from the University Park Metra station as they travel by rail and the CTA Brown Line to the front door of the Merchandise Mart. Once there, attendees will have the chance to meet directly with gallery representatives, who will discuss their presentations and answer questions. The afternoon is open for lunch and self-guided exploration of the show. The group will gather in the late afternoon and return together to University Park. Admission includes entry to five separate contemporary art fairs. Discounted tickets are available through the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park. The price of $15 includes admission to the shows only. Participants are responsible for their own food and drink and transportation costs.

FYI: Call (708) 534-4486.

Job fair | Chicago Heights

Prairie State College's Career Development Services, the Illinois Employment Training Center, the Chicagoland Regional College Program and UPS invite area businesses and organizations to participate in a job fair. The event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. April 22 in the atrium of Prairie State's main campus, 202 S. Halsted St. The job fair is free for job seekers and open to the public.

FYI: Call (708) 709-3755 or e-mail tnorfleet@prairiestat.edu.

Stories | Lansing

Lansing Public Library's April Showers Storytime is at 10:30 a.m. April 19. Children in third grade and younger are invited to this special morning of stories and a craft. Listen to some favorite spring stories, then create beautiful paper flowers to bring home. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by a parent or adult older the age of 16. Space is limited; sign up at the Youth Reference Desk. The library is at 2750 Indiana Ave.

FYI: Call (708) 474-2447.

Family luncheon | Calumet City

A family luncheon will take place from noon to 3 p.m. April 20 at American Legion Post 330, 950 Legion Drive. Adults eat for $6, children 5 and younger for $3. It's sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 330. Tickets will be available at the door.

FYI: Call (708) 862-8685.

Naruto Nights | Steger

Naruto Nights are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 22 at Steger-South Chicago Heights Public Library, 54 E. 31st St. Young adults can attend Naruto activities held once a month. Visit fan sites and clips. Register.

FYI: Call (708) 755-5040.

Native trees | Steger

Jennifer Tobin, University of Illinois Extension Program, will talk from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 22 at Steger-South Chicago Heights Public Library, 54 E. 31st St. Learn about native plants. Register.

FYI: Call (708) 755-5040.

RUMMAGE, BAKE SALE | St. John

St. John Ladies Auxiliary of Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 717 host a rummage sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25 and 26 at 10400 W. 93rd Ave.

FYI: Call (219) 365-2806.

STAMP SHOW | Highland

Calumet Area Stamp, Coin, Postcard Show is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20 at Lincoln Center, 2450 Lincoln St. Buying, selling and trading can take place. Stamps, coins, covers, postcards and supplies will be available. Dealer tables are available. Admission is $1.

FYI: Call (219) 824-4836.

WATERSCAPE WEEKEND | Crown Point

The Illiana Garden Pond Society presents its Waterscape Weekend Garden, Pond & Patio Show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 26 and 27 at Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children younger than 15. Vendors will offer garden and pond plants and supplies, outdoor lighting, garden decor and colorful pond fish for purchase. Speakers such as Carolyn Ulrich, the editor of Chicagoland Gardening Magazine, and Wayne Gruber, Purdue horticulturalist, will present seminars. Local garden clubs and master gardeners will be available to answer questions.

FYI: Call (219) 663-2365 or visit www.illianagardenpond.org.

TEEN SUPPORT | Munster

To help sight-impaired teens cope with their challenges, the Munster Christian Outreach Center to the Blind is forming a support group just for teens. The first meeting will be held at 11 a.m. April 19 at Edwardo's Restaurant, 7920 Calumet Ave. Enjoy pizza and an opportunity to hear guest speaker Dave Andrus, a successful man who, despite losing his vision at age 11, met his challenges with great vision. He will share how sight-impaired teens can face the challenges of schoolwork, family life, cooking and hobbies. Call to RSVP.

FYI: Call (219) 923-3398.

LUNCH & STYLES | Hobart

The Barn at County Line Orchard, 200 County Line Road, will host its first Mother and Daughter Gala Luncheon and Style Show on May 4. A Preshow Appetizer & Cocktail Hour at 12:30 p.m. costs $7 and includes a glass of wine or punch, appetizers, shopping, five raffle entries and, weather permitting, a wagon ride. The five-course luncheon begins at 1:30 p.m. and costs $23, featuring clothing, jewelry and hair fashions. There will be a cash bar.

FYI: Call (219) 947-4477, ext. 2106 for reservations.

TEEN SUPPORT | Munster

To help sight-impaired teens cope with their challenges, Munster Christian Outreach Center to the Blind is forming a support group just for teens. The first meeting will be at 11 a.m. April 19 at Edwardo's Restaurant, 7920 Calumet Ave. Enjoy pizza and an opportunity to hear guest speaker Dave Andrus, a successful man who, despite losing his vision when he was 11 years old, met his challenges with great vision. He will share how sight-impaired teens can face the challenges of schoolwork, family life, cooking and hobbies. RSVP.

FYI: Call (219) 923-3398.

HOGS AND DOGS | Munster

The Humane Society Calumet Area is part of the celebration of Calumet Harley-Davidson's 15th anniversary. As part of the event, the society will have many animals at the dealership, 10350 Calumet Ave., for same-day adoptions. Festivities take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 19 and noon to 4 p.m. April 20.

FYI: Call (219) 922-3811.

BLOOD DRIVE | Hammond

Heartland Blood Centers hosts a drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22 at Bishop Noll Institute, 1519 Hoffman St. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be at least 17 years old (16 with written parental permission) and be in good health. Appointments may be made at the stores' service desk, but walk-ins are welcome.

FYI: Call (800) 7TO-GIVE.