The city of Aurora is grappling with widespread budget constraints. While final numbers are not yet confirmed, members of the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) have been advised that previously communicated municipal support could be reduced by up to 65%. This change comes after the group committed to 2026 programming
For over 15 years, the City of Aurora and the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) have shared an important vision: Revitalizing downtown Aurora through inclusive, family-friendly entertainment. Both the City and ACCA believe that the arts are vital to Aurora’s long-term development, growth, and identity. This shared vision and partnership
The Saint Charles Arts Council will hold its second week-long Plein Air Event, August 18 through August 24, in St. Charles. Fifty-eight plus participants will be actively painting in several locations in St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, and along the Fox River. This will be a juried event with a total
Ever since I was a little kid in a highchair and randomly painted my face with creamed rutabaga, I wanted to be an artist. My teachers thought I had the talent for it and my parents thought I was wonderful at it (when a kid is in the single-digit age
There’s something about a custom poster. They catch your attention taped to a window or door. They get us excited about what’s ahead. It’s eye-catching and anticipatory. It’s also not AI. For 15 years, Alley Art Festival has commissioned local artists to create posters for the year’s event on the
Four collage artists show their work during Alley Art Festival’s free workshop celebration of World Collage Day May 10 at Water Street Studios in Batavia.
The streets of downtown St. Charles will come alive with color and community spirit at the annual Paint the Riverside event Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at the intersection of Walnut and Riverside Avenues. This event is sponsored by the St. Charles Arts Council. This free public
The St. Charles Arts Council proudly presents Kaleidoscope of Color, a dynamic gallery exhibit featuring the work of 49 talented artists from across Illinois — all centered around one dazzling theme: COLOR through July 6 at SCAC Gallery – Arts Resource Center (ARC), 121 N. 2nd Street, Suite H, St.
The St. Charles Arts Council will again host their Paint the Town in a Banner Way program in the summer of 2025. This is a community art project that will feature hand painted banners on exhibit in Mt. St. Mary Park from July 17 until September 28. “Last year we
West Aurora High School’s fine arts department will stage “The Little Mermaid” at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26 and a “Tea under the Sea” luncheon with cast members Sunday, April 27. Performances will take place in the school auditorium at 1201 W. New York Street in Aurora. “Little
The Saint Charles Arts Council announces plans to hold its second Plein Air Event, the week of August 18-24, in St. Charles. This will be a juried event, with the judge selection to be announced later. A total of $5,250 in prizes will be awarded. Artists will be allowed to
Aurora certified therapy dog Tilly stole the show as Sandy in “Annie” the musical, at Aurora Central High School Friday, April 4. Sandy is a stray mutt that Annie, portrayed by Catie Houck of Aurora, rescues and befriends, becoming her loyal companion throughout the story. In addition to Tilly, owned
The City of Naperville government invites teen artists to beautify the community by submitting original artwork. The selected artwork will be used to wrap six streetlight controller boxes near Naperville North and Naperville Central high schools, transforming the utility boxes into eye-catching public art. Submissions will be accepted through Wednesday,
Elk Grove Village artist Tim Lowly, right, speaks March 25, to attendees gathered at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center for “Temma in Aurora,” an exhibit of 40 paintings, drawings, sculpture, and installation pieces through May 16.
The St. Charles Arts Council will host its 2025 Student Art Show April 12 through May 4. The exhibit will feature artwork from 182 student artists, will be on display at the SCAC Arts Resource Center, 121 N. 2nd Street, Suite H, St. Charles. Gallery hours will be Wednesday through
Alley Art Festival will celebrate 15 years Saturday, Aug. 30. The independently run event is currently seeking local artists to apply. Applications will be open to artists until June 1. The popular, grassroots art festival will feature artists and artisans from noon to 5 p.m. on both pedestrian-friendly Water Street
West Aurora High School returned its 17th annual Fine Arts Festival Saturday, March 1. Featuring student graphic and performing artists, the festival included concerts from ensembles from elementary and middle schools and West High. Demonstrations included students crafting creations from clay and others making original paintings as visitors watched. Event
Alley Art Festival will celebrate 15 years Saturday, Aug. 30. The independently run event is currently seeking local artists to apply. Applications will be open to artists from March 1 until June 1.The popular, grassroots art festival will feature artists and artisans from noon to 5 p.m. on both pedestrian-friendly
Art is all around us. We’re lucky if we see it. As I prepare for the 15th year of Alley Art Festival, I am reminded of the incredible talent of the local arts community. Local artists have painted dozens of murals in the past decade for us to enjoy. Local
All Fox River Valley students in grades K-12 are encouraged to submit their artwork for consideration for the St. Charles Arts Council (SCAC) annual Student Art Show. The deadline to submit is Friday, March 14. There is no entry fee to participate, and any medium except videos will be considered.
