Fox River Arts Ramble returns June 6 with art demos and live music

Posted May 29, 2026 9:45 pm

By Eileen Collins, Fine Line Creative Arts Center

A piece from JL Younglove Ceramics’ “Bold” series featuring functional shapes with beautiful stylized flowers adorning every piece. Courtesy of JL Younglove Ceramics

This year’s Fox River Arts Ramble returns on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

During this free one-day event, attendees are invited to visit various art locations in St. Charles and Geneva. Each location will have art on display and artists on hand to meet. More information about these locations can be found at foxriverarts.com.

Fine Line Creative Arts Center at 37W570 Bolcum Road in St. Charles will once again be one of this year’s locations. As in previous years, Fine Line will have art demonstrations, an artisan market, live music, and food and drink throughout the day.

This year’s demonstrations include weaving, silk painting, blacksmithing, ceramics and the ever-popular glassblowing. It’s an opportunity to meet both Fine Line instructors and some of the many people who have found their community at Fine Line through classes.

Amy Simpson Glass will be featured at the Fine Line as part of the Fox River Arts Ramble on Sunday, June 6. Courtesy of Amy Simpson Glass

The Fine Line Artisan Market has grown each year and is a great place to discover both functional and decorative art. This year’s lineup features a mix of new and returning artists. There is something for everyone at this year’s show.

• Glass: Alan Shontz, Hot Potato Glass; Amy Simpson Glass; and Betty James Studios

• Jewelry: Andrea’s Wired Designs, Black Creek Outpost, Court and Spark Studio, Donna Koranek, Jewelry by Jeannie & Dani, JG Artistic Creations, My Art Creations — Mya Hayes, Nancy Krahn Jewelry Design, and Nature’s Handywork.

• Ceramics: D&E Pottery, Fox River Clay Collective, J.L. Younglove Ceramics, Monica Casey, Renegade Mudslingers, Twinette Poterie LLC, and Waubonsee Ceramics Club.

• Printmaking, Painting and Drawing: Art by Tina Druce-Hoffman, KP Fujiwara and Peony and Luna

• Textiles & Wearable Art: Cara Buono, 23 bins, Frandson Hart Leather Goods. IC Colors, Multi-Media & Other, Anne Gardner, Art for All Elgin and Artistic creations by Agnes

The lineup for this year’s Live Music at Fine Line has been put together by Ryan Caldwell, owner of Bird Garden Studios in St. Charles. This is a great mix of local musicians who are sure to get your feet tapping.

Honeyspoon, an acoustic duo who covers songs from every decade from the 1920s through the present, will be performing at the Fine Line during the Fox River Arts Ramble on Saturday, June 6. Courtesy of Honeyspoon

It will open at 10 a.m. with Kriz Rab, followed by Honeyspoon at 11 a.m., Ryan Caldwell at noon, Julie Lynn at 1 p.m., Joe Nanzer at 2 p.m., and Leslie Hunt at 3 p.m.

Throughout the day, a food truck and a locally crafted beer vendor will be on-site. Inches Taco Food Truck from Elgin will serve Mexican food, while Riverlands Brewing Co. from St. Charles will provide a selection of beer options for you to enjoy as you explore the Fine Line grounds.

Fine Line welcomes Vicki from Chris Walk Substance Abuse who will be on hand to pass out free Narcan, the nasal spray that reverses opioid overdose, and other items.

Julie Lynn will be performing at the Fine Line during the Fox River Arts Ramble on Saturday, June 6. Courtesy of Julie Lynn

The Fox River Arts Ramble on June 6 is free to attend and will go ahead rain or shine. It’s an opportunity to support local artists and art organizations in the St. Charles and Geneva area while enjoying live music, great food, and drinks.

With many wonderful participants this year, the Fine Line Creative Arts Center is a must-visit during your day of art. Visit fineline.org.