Aurora Central Catholic’s upcoming production of “Chicago”
Hannah Pawlak and Caleb Reynolds, both of Geneva, rehearse for Aurora Central Catholic’s upcoming production of “Chicago,” the high school version.
Ruth Van Sickle Ford an Aurora Historical Society preview
More than 100 Aurora Historical Society members and guests turned out Friday, March 3 to preview an exhibit paying homage to famed Aurora artist Ruth Van Sickle Ford (1897-1995). “Aurora’s Own Ruth Ford,” an exhibit of approximately 35 Ford paintings loaned by local collectors, will run through May 13 at
Women’s history month at First Fridays
First Fridays will celebrate Women’s History Month at several participating downtown venues Friday, March 3. This month’s theme is Women in the Front which will create space for women who stand up, take charge, and inspire. “It is such an honor to be able to theme an evening around women
Aurora Historical Society Spring exhibit on Van Sickle Ford
The life and work of artist and educator Ruth Van Sickle Ford (1897-1989) is the subject of the Spring exhibit at the Aurora Historical Society (AHS). “Aurora’s Own Ruth Van Sickle Ford” will present her life story from her earliest days as the daughter of restaurateurs in Aurora to her
Art Exhibit At Marmion Academy March 5
“Color: Breathe In…Breathe Out…,” an exhibit by Naperville artist Tania Blanco, will be on display March 5 through April 7 in Marmion Academy’s Dr. Scholl Gallery, 1000 Butterfield Road in Aurora. An opening reception will be held Sunday, March 5, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the gallery. The
Ruth VanSickle Ford paintings March 3-May 13, at Aurora Historical Society’s Pierce Art and History Center
“Uncasville, Connecticut,” a watercolor by famed Aurora artist Ruth VanSickle Ford, will be among Ruth VanSickle Ford works showcased in “Aurora’s Own Ruth Ford,” an exhibit March 3-May 13, at Aurora Historical Society’s Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place in Aurora.
‘No Place Like Home,’ exhibition at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center
Decorated Converse sneakers are among works by 38 artists in ‘No Place Like Home,’ an exhibition through April 28 at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center, 1315 Prairie Street in Aurora.
Aurora First Fridays scene: ‘For the Love of Dance’, photography
Santori Public Library, 101 S. River Street, in Aurora at First Fridays provides the host setting ‘For the Love of Dance,’ which featured West African dance and live drum experience by Ayodele Drum and performances by AKA Dance.
‘The Van Gogh Brothers’ book Batavia Library focus
The Batavia Public Library has selected a true masterpiece for One Book, One Batavia this year, the young adult nonfiction work “Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers.” One Book, One Batavia is an annual, community-wide reading program that will bring the community together for shared discussions and experiences. It
Michelangelo magnificent master of many miracles
In his lifetime, Michelangelo was called Il Divino, or, “the Divine one.” He was born March 6, 1475 in the Republic of Florence. For several generations his family had been bankers in Florence, but the bank failed and his father, Ludovico, took a government post in Caprese. Several months after
Challenge: Elgin Symphony Orchestra March concerts
Conductor Lee Mills wants to challenge the way observers think of orchestral music. Mills will conduct the Elgin Symphony Orchestra March 4 and 5 in performances of Charles Ives’ “The Unanswered Question,” Juan David Osorio’s “El Paraiso según María,” Arturo Márquez’s “Danzón No. 2,” and Dvořák’s “Cello Concerto.” The pieces,
Julia Child came alive in Batavia
By Al Benson She wasn’t French. She learned to be a chef at Paris’ cooking school. But for an hour Sunday, Jan. 29 late Julia “French chef” Child came alive at Batavia Public Library. With a Child-style wig and 1960s garb, Darien actress, author and historian, Leslie Goddard dramatically portrayed
Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame inductions at Villa Olivia
A gala banquet will be held Friday, March 31 at Villa Olivia in Bartlett to honor the Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame’s 2020 and 2022 inductees. The celebration spotlight is on talented and influential artists with connections to the Fox Valley area. The 2020 inductees are Patrick F. Beckman,
BrightSide Theatre design: Youth Project in Naperville
BrightSide Theatre continues its commitment to young artists with the belief that involvement in arts programs increases the development in children on both an academic and social scale while building self-esteem. We designed The BrightSide Theatre Youth Project to provide a professional and educational learning experience for grade school through
In view: St. Charles Arts Council, Fox River Arts Ramble
The St Charles Arts Council announced its 2023 Student Art Show will be held at 116 Gallery in Downtown St. Charles, April 15 through May 6. The show will feature student artwork (both K-12 students and currently enrolled undergraduate students) from the Fox River Valley. The 2023 Student Art Show
‘Matilda the Musical’ January performances in Naperville
Magical Starlight Theatre, a program of the Naperville Park District, will present its 2023 show, “Matilda the Musical,” in eight performances scheduled for the weekends of January 13-15 and 20-22, 2023 at Naperville Central High School auditorium. “‘Matilda’ was chosen as this year’s musical because it’s fun and meaningful for
Bracelet sale for Nicaraguan artisans
Aurora University Latino students are selling handmade pulseras, bracelets, to benefit Nicaraguan folk artisans. Sale hours and locations: Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. in Dunham Hall lobby, 1400 Marseillaise Place, and Friday, 10:40 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. in the lobby of Institute for Collaboration, 1347 Prairie Street. —Aurora University
Art and Market Aurora Nov. 19, Dec. 10, 17
Art and Market Aurora will be back at Society 57 for three dates this holiday season starting Saturday, Nov. 19. The Aurora Downtown group’s indoor market will feature several local makers at Society 57, 100 S. River Street. The market will be open with both food and artisan vendors for
Artwork using A.I.
Aurora resident Jim Schweizer demonstrates at the First Fridays event in Aurora, November 4, how he created artwork with a program named Stable Diffusion which uses artificial intelligence (A.I.).
Bronze on the Bridge in Aurora
Erik Blome, sculptor and owner of Figurative Art Studio in Woodstock, Ill., left, is at work with his assistant, Grant Patterson, to restore the bronze plaques and statue recently on the New York Street Bridge in downtown Aurora