APRIL 2011

April 7, 14, 20, 28
WILDFLOWER WALKABOUTS - EXPLORE NORTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS
Various Locations - Winnebago County
Walk where flowers carpet the forest floor and birds fill the air. Walks lead by various leaders.
815-335-2915 or 815-964-6666
www.seversondells.org or www.naturalland.org

April 8 - May 14
NIU ART MUSEUM'S - "MUSIC TO MY EYES - MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AS VISUAL ART" EXHIBITION
NIU Art Museum, 116 Altgeld Hall, DeKalb
The exhibit runs through May 24, 2011.
815-753-1936
www.niu.edu/artmuseum

April 9
AT THE CORONADO: COPPELIA
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 North Main Street, Rockford
Everyone wants their doll to come to life, even the old clock maker, the secret creator of numerous life-sized mechanical dolls. Coppelia appeals to families with its humor and vigorous dancing.
815-968-0595
www.coronadopac.org

April 9
FAIR AND UNBALANCED
Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb
The Second City’s Fair & Unbalanced takes unbridled comic pleasure in the foibles of our politicians, celebrities and even our significant others. No institution escapes the satiric eye of The Second City – from the blowhards of the Beltway to the Hollywood elite. Ripped from the stages of Second City’s legendary theatres in Chicago and Toronto, The Second City’s Fair & Unbalanced is a hilarious ride through present day America.
815-758-1225
www.egyptiantheatre.org

April 10
HEARTLAND INTERNATIONAL TATTOO - MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL
Sears Centre Arena, Hoffman Estates
This indoor event will feature a variety of musical acts and includes appearances by two Drum Corps and a very special Drum Line. The 2011 show will also feature Brass Bands, Bag Pipe Bands and a special appearance by the US Marine Band (tentative). There will be a Parade at 10:00 AM, followed by other events and A Beer Festival.
815-756-1263
www.heartlandtattoo.org

April 12
SPRING AFTERNOON TEA AT LOCK 16 CENTER
754 First Street, LaSalle
Celebrate Spring with Afternoon Tea at the Lock 16 Center 2-4PM. Enjoy freshly baked scones with Devonshire cream and jam, tea sandwiches, sweets, and a variety of teas. $19.50 per person. Reservations required.
815-223-1851
www.lasallecanalboat.org

April 13
KLEHM ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN: BOTANICA
Forest Hills Country Club
Annual fundraising luncheon.
815-965-8146
www.klehm.org

April 15
LUNAFEST
Village of Oswego
LUNAFEST is a film festival featuring award-winning short films by, for, and about women. Started in 2001, it was developed to support female artists and their stories. For more information visit the website.
www.lunafest.org

April 15-16
SPRING ARTSCENE
Various Location in Rockford
ArtScene brings out thousands of art lovers to galleries and studios all over town to enjoy new exhibits of original works. Art Scene attracts so many fans because it is free, and it's fun for both the browser and the buyer.
815-963-6765
www.artsforeveryone.com

April 16
THE ROCKFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CLASSICS SERIES: MUSIC OF THE NEW WORLD
Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 North Main Street, Rockford
Musical impressions of the New World invoke images of our history, landscape, and the immigrant experience. Dvořák’s famed “New World” symphony sought to create a new American musical style, but also revealed the love for the homeland he left behind.
815-965-0049
www.rockfordsymphony.com

April 16-17
CLASSICS AND CHROME 2011 CAR SHOW
10253 North Second Street, Machesney Park
If cars and motorcycles make your head turn as they drive down the street, then you won’t want to miss the 2011 Classics and Chrome Car Show. Classics and Chrome is the largest indoor car show in northern Illinois, featuring more than 120 unique vehicles that span over 100 years. Although the heavy metal is the main attraction, the Classics and Chrome raffle is one of the show’s most popular features. .
815-399-8823
www.classicsandchrome.com


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