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Woodlawn Arts Academy’s 18th annual juried art exhibit winners announced; winter art exhibit opens Dec. 11
15+ hour, 50+ min ago (252+ words) Woodlawn Arts Academy’s 18th annual juried art exhibit, in partnership with Sauk Valley Community College, featured almost 100 pieces of artwork from more than 40 adult and student artists. Ariana Tarner, a metalsmith from Sterling, was this year’s judge. Tarner chose the following…...
Kankakee library transforms overlooked outdoor space into community garden
5+ day, 15+ hour ago (198+ words) The Kankakee Public Library will unveil its newly redesigned Reading Garden on Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m., featuring a custom mural celebrating native plants and the library’s core values. The renovation transformed an underused outdoor space on the library’s western side into…...
NCI ARTworks announces fall and spring art outings
1+ week, 4+ day ago (150+ words) NCI ARTworks Heritage Corridor Art Explorations is offering four art-focused outings this season, combining tours, presentations and meals at regional destinations. (Scott Anderson) Two events are scheduled for fall 2026 and two for spring 2027. Registration is open to the public. On…...
Kankakee photographer shares 40 years of community portraits
2+ week, 21+ hour ago (122+ words) “I want guests to realize what a privilege it has been for me to enter the lives of so many people in this community over the past 40 years,” he said. “I have attempted to honestly portray moments, albeit private slices…...
Art in the Park Sculpture Walk & Outdoor Art Gallery returns to Rock Falls Aug. 29
2+ week, 5+ day ago (301+ words) Agnieszka Judd of Sheridan displays a unique blend of handmade bird houses and plant creations Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at Rock Falls Tourism’s Art in the Park. (Alex T. Paschal) Art, music and creativity will take over Rock Falls’ riverfront on Saturday,…...
Edith Farnsworth House in Plano to open free exhibition on mid-century Mexican design this weekend
3+ week, 1+ day ago (324+ words) The Edith Farnsworth House Historic Site in Plano held its inaugural Farnsworth Fall Festival Oct. 12. The event featured family-friendly activities, local vendors and access to the historic site with museum guides answering questions. (Provided by Edith Farnsworth House) The Edith…...
The Next Picture Show in Dixon reopens Aug. 26
3+ week, 5+ day ago (269+ words) The Next Picture Show in Dixon will reopen its doors Wednesday, Aug. 26, following renovations to the gallery, just in time to welcome visitors to its newest juried exhibition, “All the World’s a Stage.” TNPS will resume regular gallery hours from…...