Algonquin's Art on the Fox celebrates 10 years
Over Father's Day weekend, the Algonquin Public Arts Commission will host its 10th annual Algonquin's Art on the Fox featuring a juried art show.
Similar to past years, the event will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 17-18, in Riverfront Park in downtown Algonquin, 201 N. Harrison St. Admission is free.
This year, plans for the event include an assortment of food vendors, art demonstrations, musical entertainment, and fun activities for families and children. Check out the McHenry County College Student Art Exhibit.
Be sure to vote for your favorite ceramic boat entry in the "Sailboats of Art on the Fox" contest. The top winner in each category will take home a cash prize. Voting for this contest, sponsored by Chiro One Wellness Centers, is held during both days of the festival.
On Saturday, June 17, live painting demonstrations will be offered at 10 a.m. and noon with artist Kathleen Brigidina. Folk singer Phil Munton will perform at 11 a.m. and guitarist Merv Collins will perform at 1 p.m.
McHenry County College students will offer poetry readings at 2 p.m.
There will be a local author reading by M.E. Michele May at 3 p.m., followed by a musical performance by Annie Young Gospel Blues Band at 4 p.m.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., watch crochet demonstrations with Christ United Methodist Church and pottery wheel demonstrations by McHenry County College.
On Sunday, June 18, South Elgin artist Bret Elsenbroek will showcase his oils, sootwork and fumage art form at 11 a.m.
At noon, there will be live music by Michael Herndon. Guitarist Merv Collins of Fingers & Strings will perform at 1 p.m., local author Peter Atterberg will offer a reading at 2 p.m. and folk singer and songwriter Mary Lai will perform at 3 and 4 p.m.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., watch pottery wheel demonstrations by McHenry County College.
To see the performers or artists, visit www.artonthefox.com or www.facebook.com/artonthefox/.