March 28, 2008 - June 15, 2008
Westerlind-Bornholm: Reflections
Swedish American Museum
5211 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640
Swedish painter Martin Bornholm and fine arts photographer Eva Sköld Westerlind will have a special reunion at the Swedish American Museum. The exhibit is the celebration of the 40-year friendship of Bornholm and Westerlind.
Martin Bornholm is from Småland in the south of Sweden. Bornholm's pictures concentrate on close milieu - what he observes right in front of his eyes. His recent paintings, made especially for the exhibition in Chicago, are from his home in the old schoolhouse in Aramo village in Sweden.
Eva Sköld Westerlind arrived in the United States over 30 years ago, having completed her field work in a Croatian village for her graduate degree in cultural anthropology at the University of Stockholm. The experience produced her book, "Carrying the Farm on Her Back: A Portrait of Women in a Yugoslav Village." Westerlind has a degree in file are photography at the Photographic Center Northwest in Seattle where she now lives.
More Information:
Phone: 773-728-8111
Email: kandersson@samac.org
Website: http://www.SwedishAmericanMuseum.org
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June 4, 2008 - 9:00 am to 11:30 am
CCA Quarter 2 Member Meeting
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 East 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
The meeting will cover current CCA business and reports as well as short presentations from Snapshot Chicago, Chicago Wilderness, the Center for International Studies and the International House at U of C. We have also set aside time to hear your ideas, questions and feedback at the end of the meeting.
Directions:
The link below includes maps and directions to the location. Once inside the building there will be signs directing you to the right room.
Please RSVP by 5/28/2008
More Information:
Email: jln.cca@gmail.com
Website: http://ihouse.uchicago.edu/about/about_contact.shtml.
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June 4, 2008 - 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Financial Management Responsibilities of Not-for-Profit Board Members
Illinois CPA Society/CPAs for the Public Interest Office
550 W. Jackson Blvd. Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60661
Part of the role of a board member, whether or not they have a financial background, is to provide financial oversight and protect the assets of the organization.
As a board member, participate in this workshop and learn the very basics of your financial responsibilities what you need to know and be aware of to ensure your not-for-profit's financial health.
Who should attend:
Board members are encouraged to attend as a team with their organization's executive staff and/or other board members.
Participants will:
Learn about board members' responsibilities for oversight of financial systems, policies, and internal controls.
Realize the board's role in the organization's audit.
Discuss the basics of financial statements and their relevance to board members.
Identify critical reporting requirements for your organization.
*Reservations are required. Reference course code Pl.
Event Cost: 40
More Information:
Phone: 800-993-0393
Website: http://www.icpas.org/hc-cpaspi.aspx?id=5853
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June 11, 2008 - 7:00 pm
The Annual Jenny Lind Concert at the Swedish American Museum
Swedish American Museum
5211 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640
Jenny Lind was born in Stockholm in 1820. At 17 years of age she sang her first opera. She quickly became a favorite in the Royal Swedish Opera and all over Europe. She traveled to London in 1847, where she first became known as the "Swedish Nightingale". In 1850 she participated in a highly successful tour with American showman P.T. Barnum.
This year, the 43rd year of the Jenny Lind Scholarship, the Royal Swedish Academy of Music has selected the 2008 "Jenny Lind" to perform in Sweden and the United States. This year's winner is soprano Susana Stern and on June 11 we have a chance to hear her perform at the Museum together with accompanist Anna Christensson, winner of the Otto Goldschmidt Music Accompaniment Award. For more information about Susana and Anna, visit www.fhp.nu Cost: $12 members, $15 non-members. Refreshments will be served. Reservations are recommended.
Event Cost: $12
More Information:
Phone: 773-728-8111
Email: kandersson@samac.org
Website: http://www.SwedishAmericanMuseum.org
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June 12, 2008 - 7:30 pm
Canções Que Falam de Amor...Songs About Love
International House, University of Chicago
1414 East 59th Street, Chicago
Featuring Paulinho Garcia and guests musicians in a live Brazilian music concert.
This unforgettable evening of Brazilian music will showcase Bossa Nova, Chorinho, and Brazilian Jazz from famous composers such as Jacob do Bandolim, Tom Jobim, Pixinguinha, Vinicius de Moraes among others. For more information please send us an email or call 312.404.7180.
Canções Que Falam de Amor... is co-sponsored by the International House Global Voices Performing Arts Program.
Proceeds from this event will help the Brazilian Cultural Center of Chicago advance its cultural educational programs.
Event Cost: $10/15
More Information:
Phone: 312-404-7180
Email: info@brazilianculturalcenter.org
Website: http://www.brazilianculturalcenter.org
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June 20, 2008 - June 21, 2008
Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Oak Brook Polo Grounds
1200 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Traditional "games" in the highlands of Scotland were athletic contests. Dating back almost a thousand years, they were tests of strength for war, work and sport. Highland Games would take place periodically where people gathered for seasonal celebrations or market days. As Scots emigrated through the world, they took this colorful event with them.
This year's festival includes:
*A Champion Supreme Pipe Band competition
*Highland Dance competition
*Heavy Athletics U.S. Open Championship
*Youth 5 v 5 Soccer Tournament
*British Car Show
*Cultural exhibits Scotch whisky tastings and seminars
*Live Celtic musical performances
*Parade of Tartans
*Kilted Mile Run/Walk
*Children’s crafts and activities
*Contests such as the Shortbread, Knobbly Knees, Haggis Hurling and Haggis Eating
*Traditional Scottish cuisine and drink, including a Tea Tent
* Celtic Marketplace
Friday 4-10 pm
Saturday 8 am-10 pm
More Information:
Phone: 708-426-7130
Website: http://www.chicago-scots.org/highland-games-3.html
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August 16, 2008 - 11:00 AM
Call For Artists - Barrio Art Fest 2008
Humboldt Park Field House
1440 N. Sacramento (Humboldt Boulevard)
CALL FOR ARTISTS - BAF08
Barrio Art Fest (BAF) is Humboldt Park’s first art educational festival. BAF08 showcases Puerto Rican/Latino artists and other artists whose work addresses issues relevant to the Humboldt Park community. BAF08 brings together artists in all disciplines and emphasizes educational art workshops and demonstrations for children, youth and adults.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sat. June 6th (postmarked or email dated)
NOTIFICATION of ACCEPTANCE: Mon. June 30th, 2008
EXPECTED ATTENDANCE: 1,500
Event Cost: FREE
More Information:
Phone: 773-486-8345
Email: jorgefelix@iprac.org
Website: http://www.iprac.org/programs_events.htm
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