Tai Chi Gung with Maribeth
2026-08-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-28 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
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

Short Story Night
2026-08-17 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for our monthly Short Story Night. The discussion revolves around different thematic elements, story-telling device, and how to story simply makes us feel. Discussions are facilitated by retired philosophy teacher and literary enthusiast, Tom Caldwell. The discussion starts at 6 pm.
This month’s story is ‘There Will Come Soft Rains’ by Ray Bradbury.
Bring $3 to share in pizza and your favorite beverage.

Third Thursday Art Social
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-15 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.

Shawnee Hills Photography Club
2026-08-27 18:30 - 20:00
Connecting local photographers of all experience levels through creativity and collaboration. This group gives you a place to learn, share work, explore new ideas, and grow with others.
Meetings are on the Fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at 125 W. Davie Street, Anna, IL 62906.
Find the group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1J3iqUzkyM/

Collection/Recollection - Julie Osborn Murphy Artist Spotlight
2026-09-03 17:00 - 2026-09-27 15:00
Come see Julie’s original artwork on display in the gallery from 09/03 to 09/27. Viewing hours will be Thursdays & Friday 11-2pm and Saturdays & Sundays from 1-3pm. The exhibit is free to attend and open to the public. Opening receptions are planned for 09/03 from 5-7 pm and 09/06 from 1-3 pm. Refreshments will be provided.

Artist Reception - Collection/Recollection w/ Julie Osborn Murphy
2026-09-06 13:30 - 15:00

Monthly Board Meeting
2026-09-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-10-05 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.

Short Story Night
2026-09-21 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for our monthly Short Story Night. The discussion revolves around different thematic elements, story-telling device, and how to story simply makes us feel. Discussions are facilitated by retired philosophy teacher and literary enthusiast, Tom Caldwell. The discussion starts at 6 pm.

This month’s story is ‘The Man in the Water’ by Roger Rosenblatt and ‘A & P’ by John Updike.

Bring $3 to share in pizza and your favorite beverage.

9 to 5 Jr.
2026-10-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-04 14:00 - 15:00
9 to 5 Jr. brings kids to center stage 🎭 as they explore acting, music, and movement in a fun, supportive setting. Guided by local artists, young performers build confidence while learning how a show comes together from first read-through to final bow.
The production is set in the late 1970s where three unlikely coworkers, Violet Newstead, Doralee Rhodes, and Judy Bernly face a disrespectful, power-hungry boss, Franklin Hart. Challenged by their shared difficulties at the office they work together to hatch a plan and get even.
Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton and Book by Patricia Resnick. Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture. Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009.
The show is directed by Beverly Bain and co-directed by Jaylyn Althoff.
Tickets available early at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/9-to-5-jr, by scanning the QR code on the poster, or at the door. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for kids.

Haunted House - Want To Play A Game?
2026-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates
Enter if you dare! Come out throughout the month of October for our annual Haunted House. The scare fest will be open every Friday and Saturday from 7-9pm and on Halloween night from 6-11pm.
Admission is $7 per person or $30 for a group of 5.
Beware!
