6+ hour, 43+ min ago  (147+ words) The Illinois Arts Council is accepting applications for its Fiscal Year 2027 Creative Projects Grant program, which provides up to $12, 000 to support art projects by Illinois artists, nonprofits, municipalities, and colleges and universities. Projects must result in a public release or…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (159+ words) The Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E Park Ave. , latest original exhibit, "History of Her: Women who Shaped Chicagoland," continues through Aug. 9. Since its establishment in 1833, Chicago and its surrounding neighborhoods have watched generations of girls grow into influential leaders, innovators and…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago  (225+ words) The Kishwaukee Valley Art League's annual Northern Illinois Art Show returns in June. KVAL's 55th annual Northern Illinois Art Show will be held from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. June 6 and 7 on the front lawn of the De Kalb County Courthouse, 133 W. State St. , Sycamore. The…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (140+ words) Shaw Local Illinois Extension to hold Illinois Valley fossils program June 24 in Lacon The University of Illinois Extension will hold a free Fossils of the Illinois Valley program for community members from 10: 30 to 11: 30 a. m. Wednesday, June 24, at the Lacon Public Library,…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (250+ words) Explore Kane and Du Page County museums with the 36th annual Passport to Adventure program. This free regional initiative invites visitors of all ages to discover the diverse museums, nature centers, zoos and historic sites located throughout Kane and Du Page…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (142+ words) Shaw Local Illinois Extension offers free program on Illinois Valley fossils Learn about Mazon Creek fossil beds and ancient ecosystems June 4 at Princeton library The University of Illinois Extension will hold a free Fossils of the Illinois Valley program Thursday,…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (24+ words) Starved Rock Hot Glass 700 W. Main St. , Ottawa 106 Mill St. , Utica 300 Fifth St. , Suite 135, Peru 821 1st St. , La Salle...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (210+ words) You don't have to head into Chicago to find incredible museums in northern Illinois. Across the suburbs and throughout the region, you'll find fascinating spots dedicated to art, history, science and unique local stories. Whether you're planning a family outing…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (299+ words) Shaw Local 5 Things to Do in Will County: Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience, National Poetry Month Open Mic this weekend - National Poetry Month Open Mic (Joliet): Joliet's Inaugural Poet Laureate, Uxmar Torres, will host the third annual National Poetry Month Open…...

3+ mon, 6+ day ago  (227+ words) Been window-shopping in downtown pavilion lately? Or picking up a new walnut chair at the furniture factory in Troy? Or going to church in downtown Kollman? You haven't because none of those once either thriving or planned communities no longer…...