Visual Arts
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St. Francis High School's annual art show goes virtualMay 10, 2020 11:00 pm - On Tuesday, May 12, St. Francis High School in Wheaton will host its annual art show. The art exhibit will remain true to tradition by showcasing works of art by over 1...
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'Solemn but glorious hour': How Wheaton museum is marking the end of WWII in Europe 75 years agoMay 08, 2020 5:30 am - The images are some of the most uplifting in history, scenes of masses of humanity celebrating from Paris to New York to Chicago. Crowds swarmed streets upon news of the...
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Arlington Heights cancels summer concerts, art showMay 08, 2020 1:00 am - Arlington Heights officials announced the downtown Sounds of Summer concert series and Promenade of Art event are canceled due to COVID-19 health concerns. Also, the vil...
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Upcycled art: Cary native uses old tires, found objects to make sculpturesMay 07, 2020 6:00 am - Cary native Tani Ojeda has a menagerie of wildlife for sale from his family's Wonder Lake garage. But there's no need to call McHenry County Animal Control - these frogs...
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Naperville Art League names public art show winnersMay 05, 2020 11:00 pm - The Naperville Art League recently announced the winners of its annual public art competition. The "Juxtapose" show remains online until May 15 and many pieces are avail...
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'Secret Chicago' author to discuss unique Chicago sites during online book chat WednesdayMay 04, 2020 6:00 am - Can a Cleveland transplant teach Chicagoans about surprising aspects of the Windy City? Writer and photographer Jessica Mlinaric thinks so with her new book “Secret Chic...
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Arts in Bartlett has built community through the arts for 18 yearsApr 30, 2020 9:00 am - On April 29, 2002, a group of interested residents met at the Bartlett Public Library to explore the idea of forming an arts council in Bartlett. It was spearheaded by a...
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Elgin museum seeks 'living history' submissions about COVID-19 pandemicApr 29, 2020 5:00 am - How will the COVID-19 pandemic be remembered in 100 years? Will people focus on the heartbreaking death toll or the uplifting stories of survivors? The memories of shari...
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Aurora's Virtual First Fridays offers art, music and more May 1Apr 28, 2020 11:00 pm - First Fridays returns to the virtual world on May 1. Stay at home and enjoy art, music, and more on Friday night. Visit Aurora Downtown and other participating venues on...
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Bahamian artist says Elk Grove is copying his heart swing sculptureApr 23, 2020 11:00 pm - A Bahamian artist contends Elk Grove Village is improperly copying an original art installation of his, and he wants proper credit for it. While village officials acknow...