Co-organizer: Carolyn Hopkins

The mission of the Schingoethe Center of Aurora University is to foster inquiry, celebrate artistic excellence, preserve and perpetuate Native American cultures, and inspire a lifelong engagement with the visual arts. This tour will feature the special exhibit period “Away From Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories”.

Participants will meet at Schingoethe Center, located on east side of the campus of Aurora University.

This is a repeat of the 9:30 session.

Participants will expand their knowledge of music by learning about the birth of the Blues, how it developed in various regions of the United States, famous musicians and its influential impact on other music genres. To enhance their local music appreciation, participants will gain an understanding of the significance this style of music played in the Chicago area.

Co-organizer: Betty Williams

Join us as we journey on motor coach to the Halim Time and Stained Glass Museum in Evanston which boasts over 1000 time pieces and over 70 stained glass pieces. One Egyptian immigrant man and his family brought their personally curated collection under this one roof. Next we will travel to the Baha'i House of Worship for North America, also known as the Baha'i Temple in Wilmette. We will enjoy a talk about the architecture, the religion, and view the nine gardens. Lunch will be included at a local restaurant.

Registration deadline March 10, 2025

Meet at the north end of the parking lot of Aurora Home Depot, 1250 N. Orchard Road, Aurora, IL 

Repeat of a previous class. Limited to 8 attendees.

A class of hands-on creative and messy fun! Participants will combine nature printing, direct painting, and drawing to create unique works of art that interpret the beauty of nature. Basic art materials will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. 

Course Objective: To enhance a sense of wonder by experimenting with art depicting nature.