Homewood Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8, in village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The agenda is available here. Highlight: The commission will consider a special use permit for a carry-out juice and smoothie bar at 18035 Dixie Highway.

Spring Planting Day. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, needs volunteers for spring planting day at the library from 3 to 5:30 p.m. To sign up, email Colleen Waltman at [email protected] with “Spring Planting Volunteer” in the subject line.

Vikings Challenge: Parker vs. Hart. Come out at 4:15 p.m. to Parker Junior High, 2810 School St., and see members of the H-F Travel Vikings 14U soccer team take each other on. Wear maroon and gold if you’re on #TeamHart or blue and gold if you’re on #TeamParker.

Rescheduled Serena Hills Picnic & Fun Fair. From 5 to 7 p.m. the Serena Hills Leadership Club will host a family event at 255 Pleasant Drive, Chicago Heights. Bring a picnic dinner for you and your family for an evening full of games, activities and community fun.

Teen Movie Club. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will screen “Secretariat” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for anyone in seventh through 12th grade. Pizza will be served. Click here to register.

Thursday Night Bouldering. Climb On Rock Gym, 18120 Harwood Ave., will host competition for all climbers from 6 to 10 p.m. It’s about challenging yourself, making new friends, and cheering each other on in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Auditions for Matilda. The Drama Group, 330 W. 202nd St., Chicago Heights, will hold auditions from 6 to 9:30 p.m. for its production of “Matilda.” More information here and here.