Fun things to do in Highland Park and Deerfield from March 1-4.
Nature photos
Chicago Botanic Garden will host its Monthly Photo Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday. Participants will gain expert advise on taking photos of nature, as well as a tour of the grounds. The garden is located at 1000 Lake Cook Rd. For details, call 847-835-5440.
Trio on tap
The dynamic trio Empire State Express will stop by Vibe at 1935 from 8:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. Saturday. Come for the music, stay for the food and drinks. Vibe at 1935 is located at 1935 Sheridan Rd. in Highland Park. For details, call 847-780-4815.
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Bluebirds in the wild
Bluebirds are not only beautiful creatures, but a sign that spring is around the corner. Local birder Mark Vaughan will talk about the behavior of bluebirds and the volunteer bluebird monitoring program at Heller Nature Center from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday The center is located at 2821 Ridge Rd. in Highland Park. For details, call 847-433-6901.
Wine and read
Whole Foods in Deerfield will host the Deerfield Public Library’s discussion of the book, “The Billionaire’s Vinegar: The Mystery of the World’s Most Expensive Bottle of Wine” at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The program will include wine and cheese and is open to adults 21 and older. Admission is free. Please register at deerfieldlibrary.org or by calling 847-945-3311. Whole Foods is located at 760 Waukegan Rd.