Apr 27 Saturday
The Human Rights Authority is the investigative branch of the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, a state agency that is dedicated to advocating for the rights of citizens with disabilities in Illinois. The Human Rights Authority investigates alleged violations of the rights of persons with disabilities by providers of services. The agency is unique in its use of citizen volunteers to conduct these investigations and make corrective recommendations. As such, Regional Authorities are always seeking to fill vacancies as they occur as well as maintain a pool of potential volunteer members for times when the need arises.
If you feel that you, or someone you know, has had their rights violated by a disability service provider or if you would like to volunteer to participate in the Northwest regional board, located in Champaign, please visit the website at gac.il.gov or call the statewide intake at 1-866-274-8023.
CHILDREN NEEDED FOR AUTISM RESEARCH STUDY EXPLORING COORDINATION AND BALANCE AT NIU
Children between 3 and 12 years of age with and without a diagnosis of autism are eligible to participate. Children will engage in a variety of motor tasks, such as pulling a string, repeating a spoken sentence, or walking on a straight line. Entire study takes about one-hour. Children will receive a small toy.
Interested? Please complete an interest form by going to https://www.niu.edu/huskieslab/participate/index.shtml, emailing huskieslab@niu.edu, or calling The Human Speech Kinematics Experimental Studies (HUSKIES) Lab at 815-753-5211.
Questions? Please reach out to Allison Gladfelter, PhD, CCC-SLP, agladfelter@niu.edu, or Doug Wallace, PhD, at dwallace@niu.edu.
Our research lab is located in the NIU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic DeKalb, IL 60115.
The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks — children’s and teen’s books, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a wide selection of jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, audiobooks, LPs and music CD’s. Come back on Sunday for the $5.00 a bag blowout sale.
All proceeds are used for library books, materials, and programs.
Donations of gently used books, puzzles, DVDs, LPs and CDs are accepted year-round at the circulation desk; please, no textbooks, magazines, or videotapes.
For additional information, contact the Friends at (815) 756-9568, ext. 1030 or email friends@dkpl.org.
The Literacy Connection invites you to our 2024 Spelling Bee Fundraiser! Show off your spelling skills or cheer on your favorite speller. Enjoy a light breakfast, mingle with community members, and raise funds for The Literacy Connection.
Doors open at 9 a.m. Spelling Bee teams are made up of 3-4 people. Participant tickets available in advance. Audience tickets available in advance and at the door until sold out.
The Literacy Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping adults in Elgin and surrounding areas reach their literacy goals through one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction. We have been accomplishing this mission since 1984.
Dorothy Paige-Turner presents a talented troupe of actors and musicians in celebration of National Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) performing works by James Baldwin, Langston Hughes, Ntozake Shange, Ben Caldwell and others.
The pride of Door County is returning to Rockford! Katie Dahl is a singer, guitarist, songwriter, and playwright who tours nationally and is affiliated with Door County's famed Northern Sky Theater. To learn more about Katie's fascinating career and outstanding talent, visit https://katiedahlmusic.com/.
The matinee will run from 3pm until about 5pm. Doors open at 2pm. Packaged snacks and bottled soft drinks will be available before the concert and during the intermission.
There is no admission charge, but goodwill donations from the audience pay the musicians and help to defray the church's event hosting costs (total $10 donation encouraged). Attendance is limited to 150. Those who wish guaranteed seating regardless of what time they arrive may make a non-refundable 'earnest money' advanced donation in the form of a $5 ticket at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/880ba66e-3159-4c60-b2ce-90aae018b1b1. Those who are unable to buy online may email cotc4500@gmail.com or phone 815.979.1949 for special arrangements.
We offer free off-street parking for 95 vehicles and our all-on-one-floor listening area is easily accessible; acoustics are excellent.
Deepest thanks to our sponsors Downtown Discount Pharmacy and Obrien & Dobbins Pharmacy for their generous support of great live music in our community. Learn more at downtowndiscountdrug.com and obrienspharmacy.net.
Festival 56 presents magician David Casas
The Nielsen Chorale is delighted to announce its upcoming concert, “La Serenissima: The Music of Venice.” This extraordinary musical event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 7:30PM at Trinity Lutheran Church.
The Nielsen Chorale is a 501 (c)3 not-for-profit musical ensemble committed to enriching the community through the power of choral music and is under the direction of Nielsen Chorale's artistic directors, Martha Bein and Steven Larsen. “La Serenissima: The Music of Venice,” will feature solo and instrumental music by Venetian composers Claudio Monteverdi, Giovanni Gabrieli and Antonio Vivaldi. The Nielsen Chorale, along with soloists and members of the Rockford Symphony Orchestra, will capture the magic and serenity of Venice as the musicians weave together a rich tapestry of these timeless works.
This cultural celebration is the Nielsen Chorale's gift to the community, and as such, admission to the concert is free to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to contribute to the Chorale's ongoing mission through a goodwill offering taken during the event.
"We are thrilled to invite the community to join us for an evening of beautiful music as we pay homage to the enchanting city of Venice," said Martha Bein, director of the Nielsen Chorale. "Music has the power to unite and uplift, and we are excited to share this experience with our neighbors and friends."
Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience the allure of Venetian music in the heart of Rockford. Join Nielsen Chorale for an evening of sublime melodies and captivating performances that promise to leave a lasting impression. For more information, please visit: www.nielsenchorale.com
“Whose head is safe if a Queen’s is not…?”
Mary Stuart, the Queen of Scots, was executed by the order of her cousin Elizabeth, Queen of England. The two queens never met in person, but Schiller envisioned what would happen had they met and clashed face to face. Now reimagined for a modern audience by Peter Oswald, Mary Stuart shows the power struggle between these iconic rulers and the men striving for position around them.—CastElizabeth I, Queen of England - Lori Rohr Mary Stuart, former Queen of Scotland - Marisa Snook Earl of Leicester - Jamie Ewing Mortimer - Evin McQuistion Amias Paulet - Mark Brewer Lord Burleigh - Gabor Mark Talbot/Melvil - Derek Cook Hanna Kennedy - Arlene Arnone Drury/Bellievre/Davison/Page - Frank Rose Aubespine/O’Kelly/Officer/ Kent - Hunter Johnson
Production StaffDirector: Thomas NeumannStage Manager: Maureen Corcoran—This performance runs 2 hours and 45 minutes including a 15 minute intermission—The Theater at Side Street Studio Arts is on the second floor and is not wheelchair accessible.—If you have an questions or need further information please email: info@elsinoreensemble.com—A portion of the funding for this production was provided by the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission
Apr 28 Sunday