Lansing’s diversity of cultures, our tradition of popular events, and our proximity to Chicago are all sources for a variety of arts and entertainment that help build community.
by Jennifer Yos LANSING, Ill. (May 19, 2019) – A few concerts have been added since this story originally posted in April. The current complete schedule is listed below: Wednesday Concert Series All programs in the Wednesday Concert Series are free admission. Concerts are scheduled from 7:00–9:30pm on the following Wednesdays. May 29: Hairbangers Ball … Read more
by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (May 13, 2019) – Last week, the Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau (CSCVB) announced the release of the 2019 Festivals & Events Guide. The 44-page guide features 587 of the area’s events from May to October—detailing everything from farmers markets to sporting events. Sample events include: Nitro Circus Live … Read more
Paul Henry’s Art Gallery offers unique setting for unique exhibit by Melanie Jongsma HAMMOND, Ind. (May 13, 2019) – “Yes, it’s such a big deal that the the opening takes up an entire weekend,” says artist Jim Siergey about his upcoming opening weekend for Cultural Jet Lag. Two public opening receptions are planned for the … Read more
Kerry Gremp loves seeing people have a good time by Jamilyn Hiskes LANSING, Ill. (May 9, 2019) – Musician Kerry Gremp greets each of his fans the same way: a wave, a handshake and an enthusiastic, “Hey! Great to see you! Thanks for coming out.” He calls them by name, listens to their song requests … Read more
by Jim Siergey Artist Jim Siergey is sharing works from his nart series as individual nartoons in The Lansing Journal. He also has a gallery showing of “Painted Objects” at Promise You Art House, 8830 Kennedy Avenue in Highland, Indiana. “Painted Objects” will be on display now through June 22. In addition, Siergey has a … Read more
Show opens in Hammond on May 18 and 19 information provided by Big Splash PR HAMMOND, Ind. (May 3, 2019) – Cultural Jet Lag, an exhibit featuring the works of artists Jim Siergey and John Anthony Giemzik III—two players in the underground art scene for over two decades—opens at Paul Henry’s Art Gallery in Hammond … Read more
Spring Choir Concert—Tuesday, May 7, 7:00pm by Mary Compton CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 1, 2019) – Marian Catholic Choirs will take the stage for the final time this school year when they present their annual Spring Pops Choir Concert on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:00pm in the Croarkin Auditorium. Marian Catholic’s Concert Choir, Spartan Choir, … Read more
by Jim Siergey The nartoon pictured above ran in the April 3 print edition of The Lansing Journal, and we promised to publish the answers online. Here they are! References to April Miss April centerfold Jesus (Easter or Resurrection Day is usually in April) Easter Bunny (Easter is usually in April) Ram on lampshade (April’s … Read more
by Jim Siergey Artist Jim Siergey is sharing works from his nart series as individual nartoons in The Lansing Journal. His next gallery showing will be a collection of “Painted Objects” at Promise You Art House, 8830 Kennedy Avenue in Highland, Indiana. Related: What is ‘nart’? You’ll know it when you see it “Painted Objects”: … Read more
“Painted Objects” opens April 27 by Melanie Jongsma HIGHLAND, Ind. (April 19, 2019) – Jim Siergey’s art will return to Promise You Art House on April 27 in the aptly named exhibit, “Painted Objects.” This new exhibit represents a shift in style from Siergey’s previous showing, “nart.” (See What is ‘nart’? You’ll know it when … Read more