North Shore Art League Inaugurates 'View: The Kitchen Table' Exhibit on Feb. 5

North Shore Art League to host reception for 'View: The Kitchen Table', Feb. 5, 6:30-8 p.m., Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln.

Whimsical Illustrations by Julie Allen on Display at NSYMCA Community Art Gallery

An exhibit of illustrations by Northbrook’s Julie Taylor Allen is on display in February. .

Winnetka Native Stars in Feature Film

Alex Beh will introduce the film "Warren" at Midwest Independent Film Festival.

Wilmette Teen Will Play at International Blues Festival

New Trier student Will Tilson will be part of the largest gathering of blues acts.

Discover National Chamber Music Competition hosted by Midwest Young Artists

Information on the 8th annual Discover National Chamber Music Competition on February 15, 2015

Northfield Native to Have Idol Encore

Northbrook Star catches up with the famous New Trier grad.

Middle Schoolers to Perform 'Shrek the Musical'

Performances will take place at Central School in early February.

Paintings by Laura Coyle Show "Another Journey" at the North Suburban YMCA Community Art Gallery

An exhibit of paintings by Laura Coyle, including “Ophelia’s Ephiphany,” is on display in January at the NSYMCA’s Community Gallery

Wilmette Sketch Comedy Group to Headline Festival

Golden Baby will be the featured act at Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival.

19 popular TV shows set in Illinois

Unless you know your TV show trivia, you might be surprised a few of these TV series are set in Illinois.

Dizzy Gillespie Band Headlines New Trier Jazz Fest

Tickets are available for the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band Feb. 7. Other concerts are free.

Citadel Play Honors Gift of Giving

Theatre presents "From the Heart" based on O. Henry and Truman Capote classics.

Photographs by Michael Greenberg "Capture Bliss" at North Suburban YMCA Community Art Gallery

Northbrook photographer travels the world for amazing images, on display now at the North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road in Northbrook.

Renowned Quartet Makes Northshore Debut

The Martin Wind Quartet will premier new release "Turn Out the Stars" in rare concert with New Trier Jazz Ensemble.

New Trier Presents 'Little Women' Dec. 4 to 6

Tickets are $8. The performance will be held at the Winnetka campus.

North Shore Art League 8th Annual 'inchworks' Fine Arts Show Opens Thursday, November 20 at the Winnetka Community House

North Shore Art League 8th Annual 'inchworks' Fine Arts Show opens Thursday evening, November 20 with wine and cheese reception 6:30-8:00 pm

The Nutcracker, A Family Tradition for 26 Years!

The North Shore School of Dance presents the 26th annual production of The Nutcracker featuring Glencoe and Winnetka dancers!

High School Hypnotist Honors Habitat for Humanity

New Trier's senior class is hosting nationally recognized hypnotist to benefit class service project.

Highland Park Boy Stars in Reality TV Cooking Show

The 13 year old appears in the new season of MasterChef Junior, starting next week.

Shannon Galpin - Book Signing & Dinner

Book Signing with Shannon Galpin, Tuesday, October 14

STORYTELLING COMES TO GLENCOE - SHORT STORY THEATRE AT BOOKS ON VERNON - OCT. 20

NEW LOCATION FOR SHORT STORY THEATRE: BOOKS ON VERNON IN GLENCOE Stories about HURRICANES, HAIRDOS, HOJOS AND THE BOGEYMAN.

Writer's Theater Construction Begins Tuesday

The demolition of the existing Women's Library Club building will start in the next few weeks.

Alternative Rocker to Discuss Rock History in Winnetka

Young Adult author Kevin Emerson, discussing his new novel, Exile, on Thursday, Sept. at 4:30 p.m.

North Shore Jeopardy Champ Talks Money, Favorite Categories and a Note from John Irving

Wilmette’s Julia Collins is the second winningest player on the quiz show, after a 20-game winning streak ended in May.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

North Shore Jeopardy Champ’s Streak Ends with 2nd Best Record

Julia Collins of Wilmette won 20 games in a row, netting more than $400,000.

Wilmette Woman Becomes 3rd Winningest Jeopardy Champ

The 31-year-old grew up in Kenilworth and attended New Trier.

Ravinia Tickets Go On Sale Thursday at 5 a.m.

The heaviest traffic on the website is expected between 7 and 10 .m., with some concerts likely selling out quickly.

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

Biggest Loser Holds Chicago Casting Call

The show will be in the area April 19 and is seeking families and individuals who want to be on the weight loss show.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Mr. Peabody & Sherman' Best in Show or In the Dog House?

The new 3D animated release feels like both lots of fun and a big disappointment, right in the same 92 minutes.

2014 Oscars Predictions and 10 Things You Might Not Know About Them

Cinema Siren makes predictions about the Oscars; the awards program airs Sunday night at 7 p.m. on ABC, hosted by Ellen Degeneres.