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‘Flintstones,’ ‘Smurfs’ animation artist to showcase ‘Beatles’ paintings at cartoon art show

May 22, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.

Ron Campbell said that when he was asked to direct "The Beatles" he did not realize that the animated TV series was about the namesake English rock band. "I didn't...

‘Starting Over,’ a play about tolerance, comes to University Park

May 22, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.

October is LGBT History Month, which recognizes important moments for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. The play "Starting Over" can help with that conversation. Ma'at Production Association of Afrikan...

Kirby’s ‘Main Street Souvenirs’ celebrates small towns

May 23, 2019 at 8:09 a.m.

Scott Kirby is a composer, pianist and artist who ties all those talents together in a multimedia presentation that is in search of the American heartland. He brings "Main Street...

Two on Tap sing and dance their way to Munster

May 23, 2019 at 8:09 a.m.

When it comes to chemistry in dance, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers often come to mind. Melissa Giattino and Ron DeStefano are another such pairing. Lakeshore Community Concerts and Live...

Eccentric, frenetic Mucca Pazza kicks off Freedom Hall’s season in Park Forest

May 22, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.

They have played at festivals including Lollapalooza, made appearances on shows including "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and had their music featured on TV series such as Golden Globe-winning "Transparent."...

Hills shares poignant points of view through her folk music

May 23, 2019 at 8:09 a.m.

With three decades of material, singer-songwriter Anne Hills has much to choose from when playing live. She travels from Pennsylvania to perform Oct. 6 at Front Porch Music in Valparaiso...

Griffith Oktoberfest expands size, food vendors

May 23, 2019 at 8:09 a.m.

A large selection of German biers, themed beers from breweries in Griffith and German music and food are among the attractions at Griffith Oktoberfest. Established in 2014, the annual event...

Little Italy in Dyer looks to serve family and friends

May 23, 2019 at 8:09 a.m.

When Theresa Easterday's father moved his Dyer restaurant from a leased location to his own building, that provided the impetus for her to open her own establishment. On their fifth...

Reptile breeders, vendors to meet in Tinley Park

May 22, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.

Some of the rarest as well as the most common "beginner pet" reptiles will be at North American Reptile Breeders Conference in Tinley Park. What is billed as the world's...

‘Stomping Grounds’ showcases Chicago’s rich dance culture

May 22, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.

A multicultural celebration of dance, which was presented throughout Chicago in spring and summer, is making its way to the Southland. Chicago Human Rhythm Project presents "Stomping Grounds" Oct. 7...

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