CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS – PORTAGE PARK LINCOLN PARK WEST LOOP LINCOLN SQUARE NAPERVILLE
CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS – PORTAGE PARK LINCOLN PARK WEST LOOP LINCOLN SQUARE NAPERVILLE
Ever wondered about the process of making music? Check out Nathan Dillon as he leads a two hour music making workshop for ages six and up. Start by picking up a musical instrument and be part of the group performance at the end of the day. Light snacks will be provided. Saturday 4/12 at 1:00 p.m. at the National Veterans Art Museum located at 4041 North Milwaukee Avenue. This event is FREE! Space is limited and RSVPs are highly recommended. Call 312-326-0270.
LINCOLN PARK
Quilt making has a long legacy in the world of art. Check out Carolyn Ducey the Curator of the International Quilt Studies Center at the University of Nebraska discuss the history of quilting by African American women in the South. Saturday 4/12 at 2:00 p.m. at the DePaul Art Museum located at 2350 North Kenmore Avenue. This event is FREE! Please call 773-325-7506.
WEST LOOP
Calling all foodies! Pastoral is hosting the 4th Annual Artisan Producer Festival. Try hundreds of artisan products and meet makers of the delectable array of confections cheese cured meats craft beers wines from around the world and local spirits. Saturday 4/12 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Chicago French Market located at 131 North Clinton Street. This event is FREE! For more information call 312-920-9885.
LINCOLN SQUARE
It is easy to be green! Check out Earth Cadets for organic and handmade totes t-shirts pillows and onesies created by Krissy Callahan. Nibble on bites and sip on drinks while shopping and learning more about green home cleaning tips. Saturday 4/12 at 2:00 p.m. at Neighborly located at 2003 West Montrose Avenue. This event is FREE! Please call 773-840-2456 for more info.
NAPERVILLE
History teaches us many things and the latest food revolution has taken us back to the time of "farm to table". How about during the 1860s? Check out How the Civil War Changed Food in America by Dr. Bruce Kraig. Sunday 4/13 at 4:00 p.m. for $5-$7 per person at Naper Settlement located at 523 South Webster Street. Please call 630-420-6010 for details.
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