1. Epic adventures don’t present themselves daily, you know. That’s why “The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe,” being staged by Theatre of Youth at the Allendale Theatre , is such a grand event. Friday’s opener starts at 7 p. m. with 2 p. m. performances through Feb. 14. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $19 and $21. Find the theater at 203 Allen St. Call 884-4400 or visit www. theatreofyouth.org.

2. Mix religion, science and public education. What do you get? “Inherit the Wind,” a 1960 movie based on the Scopes Monkey Trial, stars Spencer Tracy and Fredric March. Catch it for free Sunday at 2 p. m. downtown in the CentralLibrary, 1 Lafayette Square. Author Gary Earl Ross will lead a post-screening discussion.

3. Gather in the woods and discover what winter’s long sleep is all about.

“Hibernation Exploration”—for children ages 4 to 8—explores seasonal slumber. Meet at 10:30 a. m. Saturday at Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve, 93 Honorine Drive, Cheektowaga. Register by calling 683-5959. Free.