Shawnee Hills Art Council

Spirit of the American West - Barbara Boysen
2026-04-26 14:00 - 2026-05-24 15:00 UTC
Stop by for Barbara Boysen’s show, “Spirit of the American West”. Her paintings blend Americana and the allure of rugged ranch life.
The exhibit will run from April 26th – May 24th and be available for viewing Thursdays & Fridays 11-2 pm and Saturdays & Sundays 1-3 pm. The opening and exhibit are free to attend and open to the public.

Third Thursday Art Social
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-12-17 18:00 - 20:00
Come on out for our monthly Art Social. Meet with other artists and work simultaneously as individuals or collaborate on a piece. The idea here is to build friendships, share new ideas and techniques, and explore new media or hone old favorites.
The event is free and offered every Third Thursday of the month in our Center Building. Bring your own materials or we will have some available.

Tai Chi Gung with Maribeth
2026-05-25 11:00 - 12:00
What is Tai Chi Gung?

Gentle, slow, easy exercises for all ages and health conditions
Increased vitality and flow of chi in the body
Reduces stress, clears and focuses the mind
Feelings of inner peace and better sleep

Mondays 11-12pm at SHAC
First class is free! Unlimited classes per week $50/month or $15 for walk-ins
Contact Maribeth Smith at 618-697-0495 or mis103@hotmail.com

Monthly Board Meeting
2026-06-01 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-03 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-10-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-11-02 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-12-07 18:00 - 19:30
The SHAC Board of Directors will be meeting in either the Center Building or the Theater Building. Meetings are open to the public!
Meeting dates are subject to change at times on short notice. If you are interested in attending or presenting a question, comment, or concern to the board please try to contact us prior to the date so we can get you on the agenda and be sure you have the right date.

Artist Reception - The Art Sisters
2026-06-12 17:30 - 19:30
Come meet this group of women from Central IL who meet monthly to create together and inspire each other in multimedia work.
Opening reception is June 12th 5:30-7:30 pm. Refreshments will be provided and the event is free to attend & open to the public.
The exhibit will be available to see between June 12th – July 26th on Thursdays and Fridays from 11-2 and Fridays & Saturdays from 1-3.

Featured Artists - The Art Sisters
2026-06-12 17:30 - 2026-07-26 15:00
Come meet this group of women from Central IL who meet monthly to create together and inspire each other in multimedia work.
The exhibit will be available to see between June 12th – July 26th on Thursdays and Fridays from 11-2 and Fridays & Saturdays from 1-3.

Stars Among the Stars
2026-06-27 17:30 - 21:30
You’re Invited!
Saturday, June 27th 2026 @ 5:30
This second annual celebration of the arts will begin at 5:30 pm with cocktail hour and some short acts from up & coming entertainers to kick off the night on West Davie Street. Bar service will be provided by Wichmann Vineyard and dinner catered by the Kitchen on Lafayette will be served starting at 6:30 pm. Live music performed by The Hornworms will begin at 7:15 pm and run through 9:15 pm outdoors on West Davie Street. Silent auction items and raffles will occur throughout the night with donations from local & regional sponsors.
You are cordially invited to attend the 2026 annual fundraiser “Stars Among the Stars” to benefit the Shawnee Hills Arts Council’s Anna Arts Center.
• Tickets: individual $45 by 06/01, after $50
• Party of 8 Table $360 by 06/01, after $400
o Book by 05/01 for a table for eight at $350
• Sponsorships available with logos at $420,
table of eight by 06/01
• Band Sponsor: $250 x 2
• Logo Sponsor:$100.00
Tickets can be purchased by following the following link or QR code or through RSVP to Zack @ 309-826-6888.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stars-among-the-stars-annual-gala
Donations gladly accepted no item is too big or small, new or gently used would help the cause.
Please come “party with a purpose” with new friends and support the Shawnee Hills Arts Council
