• Libertyville Sports Complex plans to test your percentages at the free stripe as they host the Seventh Annual Free Throw Challenge. Friday is the final day you can qualify for the finals. The finalists will be determined that evening. The challenge is divided into groups by grades and ages: third grade to high school, adult (men and women) age 18-plus, age 30-plus and seniors 55-plus. Each competitor gets 10 free throw shots and the top five scorers advance to the championship. The Libertyville hardwood competition will end March 24 and the finals will be held April 2. A waiver must be signed to compete. Admission: $5. 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 24, Libertyville Sports Complex, corner of Peterson Road and Highway 45, Libertyville.

• This is the final weekend of Chicago Botanic Garden’s Orchid Show. The Orchid Show is the only one of its kind in the Chicago area, and is featuring the striking Phalaenopsis “V3” orchid this year. More than 12,000 orchids from around the world will extend throughout the Regenstein Center, including presentations within the greenhouses. There are several special events during the show, including a preview, live music and more. Admission ranges between $8-$12; free for kids 2 and younger. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday, March 24-26, Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe.

• It’s father-daughter day at the Citadel Theatre. The Lake Forest theater puts on its final weekend of “Upright Grand.” Dad plays the piano in a dive bar, while his daughter shines in concert halls. Experience how the story of this bittersweet dance between parent and child, present and the past and dream and disappointment plays out in the key of life. Tickets range between $35-$38. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 24 and 25; 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26, Citadel Theatre, 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest.

• Get a glimpse of entertainment history in Grayslake as the village’s Heritage Center & Museum opens its new exhibit. Learn about what Grayslake residents did for leisure and get a firsthand look at the places and events these people attended in the infancy stage of this storied village. The exhibit will also feature engaging images, artifacts and stories. Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 25, Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake.

• Tommy James and the Shondells will perform along with special guests the Association at Genesee Theatre in Waukegan. James’ career has stretched for over half a century. The singer, songwriter, record producer and all-around musician is known for such Billboard Chart toppers “Crimson and Clover,” “Three Times in Love,” “Draggin’ the Line,” “Sweet Cherry Wine,” “Think We’re Alone” and “Crystal Blue Persuasion.” The Association has a plethora of hits of their own like “Windy,” “Cherish,” “Along Comes Mary” and “Never My Love.” Tickets range from $39.50-$79.50. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25, Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan.

• More weekend activities can be found at VisitLakeCounty.org.