Artists to explore ‘orange doves’

Submitted by Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association

An orange dove is a rare, mythical animal which represents equality, peace and bringing people together through art.

From 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8, local artist Mary Telfer will orchestrate this interactive art experience for all ages and abilities at the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association office, 285 Memorial Drive, Crystal Lake.

This is an opportunity for you to have fun, create, and explore your relationship to nature and the animal world. Telfer’s inspiration comes from her passion for working with people of all abilities. The event will be staffed by volunteers from the local art community and will feature NISRA artists Coral Brady, and John Hudachek. You’ll have the chance to move to the sounds of DJ Liz and enjoy refreshments from Panera bakery.

The mission of Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association is enriching the lives of people with disabilities through meaningful recreation experiences.

The suggested donation is $5 per person or $10 per family. No art experience is necessary.

Since 1976, children and adults of all ability levels have enjoyed socializing, building skills and having fun in hundreds of weekly programs, special events, camps and trips each year. An extension of 13 local park districts and cities, NISRA provides year-round community recreation for residents with disabilities. Call (815) 459-0737 or visit www.nisra.org for information.

The park districts and cities that form the NISRA cooperative and support the activities of the association are: Barrington Park District, Cary Park District, Crystal Lake Park District, Dundee Township Park District, city of Elgin, Hampshire Township Park District, Huntley Park District, city of Harvard, village of Lake in the Hills, Marengo Park District, city of McHenry, Wauconda Park District, and city of Woodstock.