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44th annual Illinois State Quartet Convention, May 30, 31 and June 1

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Thursday, May 16th, 2013, 5:48pm
44th annual Illinois State Quartet Convention, May 30, 31 and June 1

 

MARION, IL (KFVS) - The 44th annual Illinois State Quartet Convention will be held on May 30, 31 and June 1 beginning at 6:30 each evening at the Marion Civic Center, Tower Square Plaza in downtown Marion.

National gospel music groups Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Kingsmen Quartet and The Lesters will headline this years event along with the host group, The Nehrkorns. 

Nineteen other groups from Illinois will also be participating.

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SLIDESHOW: Spring in the Heartland 2013

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 12:07pm
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Parade of Quilts Celebration April 24-27

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 2:59pm
Parade of Quilts Celebration April 24-27

WHITTINGTON, IL (KFVS) - The Parade of Quilts Celebration will be April 24 through 27 at the Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center.

Each year the Artisans Center offers a display of unique art quilts created by members of the Illinois Artisans Program. These exceptional quilts encompass both traditional and modern designs and offer a lively look into the art of contemporary quilt making.

The center is located at 14967 Gun Creek Trail in Whittington, Ill.

For more information, you can call 618-629-2220.

Copyright 2013 KFVS. All rights reserved.

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LEAA Arts Center in Marion to host free Art Workshops

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Monday, April 22nd, 2013, 3:03pm
LEAA Arts Center in Marion to host free Art Workshops

MARION, IL (KFVS) - The Little Egypt Arts Association, Inc. is offering free art workshops at the LEAA Arts Center in Marion.

Interested students should bring items listed for each workshop. They can bring a sack lunch or snack. Workshops are limited to 15 students and pre-registration is required.

You can call 998-8530 or 997-3757 to register.

The workshops include:

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Mother & Daughter Tea to benefit the Women’s Center

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Friday, April 19th, 2013, 11:21am
Mother & Daughter Tea to benefit the Women’s Center

CARTERVILLE, IL (KFVS) - Ladies of all ages are invited to the Carterville Community Center for a Mother & Daughter Tea to benefit The Women’s Center.

Organizers say the event will be held on on Sunday,  April 28,  from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Women’s Center serves seven counties in southern Illinois ~ Franklin, Jackson, Johnson, Perry, Saline, Union and Williamson. 

New this year is  a silent auction, story time for the youngest ladies, and the Mother’s Day Marketplace.

Cristaudo’s will be catering the event. Entertainment for the tea will be 14-year-old singer/songwriter Hannah Herron, and Southern Illinois Dance Company. 

Tickets for the Mother & Daughter Tea are now available at The Women’s Center, 610 S. Thompson Street, Carbondale, IL 62901, by mail, or by contacting Ursini at 618-549-4807 x 228, or wcds@thewomensctr.org. 

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Little Egypt Arts Association accepting registration for photography class

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Thursday, April 18th, 2013, 10:55am
Little Egypt Arts Association accepting registration for photography class

 

MARION, IL (KFVS) - Little Egypt Arts Association is announcing that late-start registration is being taken for the newest photography class.

The class will be with Rene F. DeGroof at the Arts Centre in downtown Marion.

The next class in on Monday, April 22, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Interested students can call the Arts Centre at 618-998-8530 to register, or are welcome to register the night of the class.

Class fee is $50. Rene also teaches photography at John A. Logan College.

Organizers say this class is designed for beginners using their camera at home or on trips. 

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Marion arts center to host 2 exhibits through Feb.

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 3:41pm
Marion arts center to host 2 exhibits through Feb.

MARION, IL (KFVS) - The LEAA Arts Centre in downtown Marion is hosting two exhibits through the month of February.

“Learning Curves” shows both early and recent works created by LEAA members. These pieces include paintings, fiber art, woodworking, and more. This show will run through the end of March. LEAA member Michelle Fredman has a solo display of artistic photography on the north wall, and is also the north window Artist of the Month.

Both shows can be viewed during regular open hours: Monday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information on the “Learning Curves” show, call Peggy McPhillips at 618-559-7379. I’m also attaching a photo of a few pieces from this show.

Thank you very much for publicizing our events. With the help of supporters like you, we were able to raise over $2,500 in cash and prizes for our 2013 High School Art Show.

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