Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Ask an Expert; Music Industry: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, Bartlett Public Library, 800 S Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Teens can learn about the ins and outs of the music recording industry. Registration required; visit www.bartlettlibrary.org or call (630) 837-2855

Noonie Times: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays through July 12, Community Recreation Center, outdoor theater, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Blankets, lunches and little ones are welcome at Noonie Times, a free children’s entertainment series. Although the audience is welcome to bring their own picnics, food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Performances include: June 21: Andy Head, a juggler; June 28: Miss Jamie from the Farm, farm fresh musical fun; July 5: ScribbleMonster, music and entertainment; July 12: Cold Blooded Creatures, a close-up look at reptiles, presented by Jim Nesci. Entertainment is subject to change. In the event of inclement weather, shows will be moved inside the Community Recreation Center. Groups and camps are welcome. For information, call (847) 490-2509 or visit parkfun.com.

Super Smash Bros Wii U Tournament: 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Sign up and compete in the latest release of Super Smash Brothers and claim your glory. For students in grades five-12. To sign up, call (847) 358-5881, ext. 132, or visit www.palatinelibrary.org.

Teen Splash Bash: 8-10 p.m. Thursday, June 22, Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Spend the night in the water park. Kids ages 10 to 14 are invited for a night swim with music, games and fun. Snacks will be available for purchase. For information, visit www.bartlettparks.org.

Waterball: 10-11 a.m. Thursday, June 22, Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Come join a special Waterball event. Waterball is a game where players use lazy river tubes to move across the water to score goals against the opposing team. For information, visit www.bartlettparks.org.

Friday Fun in the Park Children’s Entertainment Series: 10 a.m. Fridays, June 23, July 7, July 21, Aug. 4, Aug. 18, Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. The Hoffman Estates Park District and the Village of Hoffman Estates Arts Commission present the 2017 Friday Fun in the Park children’s entertainment series. June 23 will feature Jeff Bibik. Parents are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and a picnic lunch. All performances are free. The park also features other free amenities, including a splash pad, playground, nature trails and Birds of Prey exhibit provided by the organization Wings and Talons. For questions about weather-related delays and cancellations, call (847) 885-7500. Visit heparks.org.

Breakfast with the Pirates: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, June 24, Pirates’ Cove, 901 Leicester Road, Elk Grove Village. Join at Pirates’ Cove for a continental breakfast and play time before the park opens. Guests will visit with Pirate Pete, PJ the parrot and some of their other friends. Guests may stay in the park once it opens to the public. For information, visit www.elkgroveparks.org

Race Around The River: 9:30-11 a.m. Sunday, June 25, Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Jump in to the lazy river and race. Paddle in an inflatable canoe with the current and be the fastest time in your group and win a prize. One participant in each canoe. Canoes and oars are provided by the Bartlett Park District. Participants must preregister at www.bartlettparks.org.