Spring Festival Celebration

• 6 p.m. Thursday, Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Chinese lantern festival. Paper cutting and paper lantern making, story time of traditional Chinese legends. For kids in grades K-6; those younger than 10 must have an adult. Registration required at www.vapld.info, (224) 543-1486, or any public services desk. Free.

Little Elks

• 10:15 a.m. Friday, Elk Grove Historical Museum, 399 Biesterfield Road, Elk Grove Village. Early Childhood Program Series for ages 2-5 and an adult includes story time, crafts, and other activities. Registration required with code #106304 at webtrac.elkgroveparks.org. Info: (847) 439-3994. $3-$5.

Unwind with Art

• 1 p.m. Friday, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St., Prospect Heights. Illustrator Terri Murphy explores the art of Wayne Thiebaud, known for his colorful depictions of food. We’ll focus on desserts and working in oil pastels. Register at the Information Desk, (847) 259-3500, or www.phpl.info. Free.

Bingo

• 7:30 p.m. Friday, American Legion Post 208, 121 N. Douglas Ave., Arlington Heights. $15, special and progressive games available, bar and food. Proceeds support American Legion programs for veterans and their families.

Move The Beat’s Grand Opening

• 1 p.m. Saturday, 691 Lee St., Des Plaines. Private and group dance lessons for beginners through advanced students; social dancing, ballroom, Latin, swing, ballet, hip-hop and more. Kid-centric activities from 1 to 4 p.m., adults 5 to 9 p.m. Info: www.MoveTheBeat.com or (630) 476-9535. Free.