March Meeting of the Des Plaines Art Guild/Park Ridge Art League

The public is invited to the next meeting of the DPAG/PRAL on Tuesday, March 13th.

Oakton Visiting Artist Series to showcase cermacist March 22

Ceramicist David Bolton will discuss his unique techniques and provide demonstrations at Oakton's Visiting Artist Series event March 22.

Los Lobos Performs Benefit For Illinois Leukemia Lymphoma Society

Four-time Grammy winning Los Lobos will appear for one night only April 5 at Joe's Live in benefit for Illinois Leukemia-Lymphoma Society.

March Art Exhibit at Des Plaines Public Library

Artist Rhonda Popko's mixed media works at Des Plaines Public Library.

Two Person Art Exhibit at Frisbie Senior Center in March

Artwork by Mary Olson and Linda Nye at Frisbie Senior Center.

Des Plaines Art Guild Silent Auction Paintings at City Hall

Sneak preview of Des Plaines Art Guild's silent auction paintings.

'Powerless Gods' coming to Oakton's theater in March

Oakton Community College will present “Powerless Gods,” an unflinching look at urban education, March 1-4 and March 8-11.

Oakton’s Chicago Writer Series presents two renowned authors

Join Chicago area influential authors Bob Boone and Richard Reeder for a special reading Feb. 27, at Oakton's Skokie campus.

Des Plaines Art Guild Silent Auction Paintings at Frisbie Center

The public is invited to a preview of silent auction paintings at the Frisbie Senior Center on February 15th.

Audition for Oakton's “Mother Courage and Her Children"

Auditions are scheduled 6-9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 12-13, at the college’s Studio One Theater, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines.

Oakton Visiting Artist Series to showcase Charles Choi Feb. 22

Charles Choi, founder and president of Chicago-based CHOi Design, will be the presenter at the Visiting Artist Series at Oakton on Feb. 22.

Oakton lecturer’s movie to be showcased at Siskel Film Center

Oakton humanities lecturer Michael Glover Smith’s award-winning film, “Mercury in Retrograde,” will be shown at the Siskel Film Center.

February Art Exhibit at Des Plaines Public Library

Artwork by Elaine Tejcek will be on display at the Des Plaines Public Library throughout the month of February.

Oakton joins community celebration of Muslim-American cultures

This year's “Coming Together in Skokie and Niles Township,” spotlights Muslim-American cultures.

Warm jazz sounds come to Oakton at Feb. 2 concert

' Jazzin’ Around' features classic and contemporary favorites, with a little something for everyone.

Oakton playwriting festival offers chance to win up to $200

Now celebrating its 10th year, “Play On” gives budding authors a chance to shine. Submissions are due Sunday, April 1.

Oakton’s art museum to commemorate Black History Month

Oakton's Koehnline Museum of Art will celebrate Black History Month with an exhibit by artist Sandra Bridges beginning Thursday, Feb.1.

Poet Eve L. Ewing to read at Feb. 7 Oakton Chicago Writer Series

Chicago essayist, poet, editor and scholar Eve L. Ewing will read poetry from her acclaimed book, “Electric Arches," at Oakton.

Des Plaines Couple Wins Cruise On Wheel Of Fortune

Kelly and Russ Horvath of Des Plaines appeared on Thursday night's episode of Wheel of Fortune.

Actors needed for Oakton production of “The Vagina Monologues”

Audition for "The Vagina Monologues" are scheduled 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30, and 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31.

Oakton observes Martin Luther King’s dream Jan. 23

Celebrate the the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., featuring Bryant K. Smith, at Oakton on Jan. 23.

Oakton to bring awareness of sex trafficking Jan. 30-31

In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Oakton will host screenings of an award-winning documentary,

Oakton hosts open calls for “Powerless Gods” Jan. 17-18

Audition for Oakton’s “Powerless Gods” Jan. 17-18.

Holiday Art Guild 2017 Special Events

The public is invited to two special events taking place on Thursday, December 14th at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street.

Group Art Shows Around Des Plaines

Artwork by members of the Des Plaines Art Guild and Park Ridge Art League in three group shows around Des Plaines.

Chicago Tap Theatre's TIDINGS OF TAP Returns December 10

Featuring Des Plaines Resident Sarah Owens in the ensemble, Chicago Tap Theatre bring audiences live music, dance and a touch of magic

Holiday Art Guild 2017

Two local art groups display paintings at the Des Plaines History Center in November and December.

Thelma Cornell Spain Artwork at Des Plaines Library

Paintings by watercolor artist Thelma Cornell Spain will be on exhibit at the Des Plaines Public Library during the month of November.

Rhonda Popko Exhibit at Des Plaines City Hall in November

Mixed media artwork by Rhonda Popko may be viewed throughout November at Des Plaines City Hall.

Linda Nye Artwork at Frisbie Senior Center in November

Wildlife art created by artist Linda Nye will be on display during the month of November at the Frisbie Senior Center.

Artistry in Motion Dancers Selected to Perform with Professional Company

Local dancers selected to train and dance with professional company in Chicago.

October Meeting of the Des Plaines Art Guild and Park Ridge Art League

Photographer Stan Kotecki will present a lecture on using your I-Phone for your art, Oct. 10th at 7 pm at Prairie Lakes Comm. Ctr. in DP.

Registration Open to NW Suburban Residents for ‘Rock on Palatine’ Singing Contest

1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will be award in different age categories at Durty Nellie's, admission is free for spectators.

Test your knowledge and raise money for scholarships at Oakton Trivia Night

Help raise money for Oakton scholarships by attending Trivia Night on Oct. 5, at North Branch Pizza and Burger Company in Glenview.

Dee Schuster Art Exhibit at Des Plaines Library

Oil paintings by Dee Schuster will be on display at the Des Plaines Public Library in October.

Liz Pawlik Artwork at Des Plaines City Hall

Pastel paintings by artist Liz Pawlik can be seen at Des Plaines City Hall throughout October.

Art Exhibit - Continuing the Tradition 5

Local artists exhibit work at Iannelli Studios in Park Ridge through October.

September Meeting of the Des Plaines Art Guild and Park Ridge Art League

The Des Plaines Art Guild opens its 64th season on Tuesday, September 12th with an oil pastel demo at the Prairie Lakes Community Center.

September Art Exhibit at Des Plaines Public Library

Artwork by Cheryl Zub will be featured at the Des Plaines Public Library in September.

John Mefferd Artwork at Frisbie Senior Center in September

Acrylic paintings by John Mefferd will be on display at the Frisbie Senior Center during the month of September.