The Mount Prospect Historical Society is planning a bus trip to the eighth annual U.S. National Straw Sculpting Competition, also known as "Strawfest," in Mount Morris, south of Rockford, for Saturday, Aug. 19.
When made of straw, bears seem much less ferocious. The Mount Prospect Historical Society is planning a bus trip Saturday, Aug. 19 to the eighth annual U.S. National Straw Sculpting Competition, also known as “Strawfest,” in Mt. Morris, south of Rockford. It is promoted as “Fine Art in Straw” and was inspired by former Arlington
Silvino da Silva, who has served as acting executive director since late 2020, has been chosen as the next executive director of The Ruth Page Center for the Arts by its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
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