Community Calendar

The Rockford Art Museum hosts its feature exhibition ‘The Shape of Light: Contemporary Painting & Studio Glass’ through September 25. The show pairs paintings from the Museum’s permanent collection & studio glass on loan from Illinois artists and collectors; selections from the museum’s studio glass collection will also be on view.

THIS CAMP IS FULL! If you’re interested in getting on the wait list please email education@rockfordartmuseum.org

PAINTING CAMP: THE FUTURE AND OTHER WORLDS! (Grades K-5)
TUE-FRI | AUG 9 – AUG 12, 2022
10 – 11:30 AM
$110 Public| $90 Members

Join artist Jenny Mathews as she guides campers through the exciting world of painting! Campers will try out different types of paints, including watercolor and acrylics, and will learn the basics of painting landscapes, perspective, and architecture. Campers will paint their own surroundings, and also imagine their own future fantastical landscapes! Classes may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Register soon as space is limited.

The Next Picture Show community fine arts center in Dixon presents the Absolutely Abstract Art Exhibition July 23-Sept. 23. The center is open 10-4 Tuesday-Saturday.

All art consists largely of elements that can be called abstract–elements of form, color, line, tone, and texture. This exhibit focuses on the subject of abstract, both 2D and 3D. Featured media are painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, art glass, fiber arts, hand-pulled prints, and photography.

For almost 50 years, Womanspace has provided programming in the creative arts, holistic health, self-development and social activism for women of diverse socio-economic backgrounds. To raise the funds necessary to continue our work supporting and empowering women and serving our community, we are holding this online auction. Please consider bidding, and know that you are helping to promote women’s empowerment!

Mini Masterpieces Fundraising Exhibition
Please join us for the Reception and Silent Auction

Friday, August 12th from 5-8 pm

The Mini Masterpieces Biennial is back! This year marks the 6th time FAM has put on this spectacular show and which features original miniature artworks created by regional, national, and international artists. Guests will enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres while bidding on their favorite pieces during the silent auction, which ends at 7:30 pm.

Tickets cost $10 per person and may be purchased online or at the door. This fee will is waived for all participating artists.

The proceeds from this fundraising exhibition will support FAM's FAM’s mission and programs, so come out and have a good time while showing support for the arts!

Series of 5 consecutive Fridays at 1021 State St. DeKalb, 7/22 - 8/19 learn by making original collage art. We have supplies. You bring personal special items & scissors. Drop in OR attend all 5 & you keep the How To Textbook. Beginner to Over-the-Moon levels. Drawing skill not required. DeKalbAWC@gmail.com

The Rockford Art Museum hosts its feature exhibition ‘The Shape of Light: Contemporary Painting & Studio Glass’ through September 25. The show pairs paintings from the Museum’s permanent collection & studio glass on loan from Illinois artists and collectors; selections from the museum’s studio glass collection will also be on view.

The Next Picture Show community fine arts center in Dixon presents the Absolutely Abstract Art Exhibition July 23-Sept. 23. The center is open 10-4 Tuesday-Saturday.

All art consists largely of elements that can be called abstract–elements of form, color, line, tone, and texture. This exhibit focuses on the subject of abstract, both 2D and 3D. Featured media are painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, art glass, fiber arts, hand-pulled prints, and photography.

Join us for the Ellwood House Museum’s free youth program series!

Whether going nose-to-nose with local creatures and critters, sipping “tea” and learning historic games, or creating one-of-a-kind artwork, each Saturday is a new adventure!

Registration is required. On-site parking and restrooms are available. The Ellwood House Museum is located at 420 Linden Place in DeKalb.

(815) 756-4609

Ellwood Explorers is generously supported by the Cy Miller Foundation.

Join us for a DIY workshop surrounding the theme of mental health. Patrons will be able to make and take home their own mental health journal that includes a daily check-in, doodle space, resource list, and more! There will be information provided to patrons on where Health and Wellness books can be found at the DeKalb Public Library and different resources that are located in DeKalb County.

This program is first come, first served as there are a limited number of supplies for the journals. It is intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact Iris at irise@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.