New Exhibitions, Opening Receptions at the Riverside Arts Center
RAC Limited Edition Prints
Friday, May 24, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Selections from the Riverside Arts Center’s 2022 and 2023 Limited Edition Print Portfolios will be on exhibit in the FlexSpace. Curated by Paul D’Amato. Twenty-three artists who have exhibited at the Arts Center were invited to respond conceptually and formally to the phrases The Shape of Things to Come and Past Perfect. Viewing hours are Thursdays-Saturdays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. 32 East Quincy St.
Social Chromaticism
Friday, May 24, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The Riverside Arts Center’s Freeark Gallery is pleased to present Social Chromaticism, a solo exhibition of painting and assemblage by Kwamé Azure Gomez, guest curated by Chris D. Reeder. Gomez’s work invites us to consider the depths and impact of color beyond chromatic descriptors. Viewing hours are Thursdays-Saturdays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. 32 East Quincy St.
Brookfield Zoo Feeding & Playtime Adventures
Sessions start Monday, May 27, Brookfield Zoo
There are new feeding and playtime adventures at Brookfield Zoo starting next Monday. Sessions go until Sept. 2 but take the time to sign up now. Have the chance to feed the flamingos and play with the macaws on the same day. After both adventures, you can continue the fun at the Rainforest Aviary Feeding Adventure. To register for adventures, visit brookfieldzoo.org/wildconnections. 8400 31st St.
Policing in the 21st Century
Thursday, May 23, 7:00 p.m., LSF Brookfield Library
The League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area will sponsor a program on Policing in the 21st Century. The featured speaker will be former Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel, who will be talking about current police issues and other related criminal justice issues. Audience questions are encouraged. The League of Women Voters® is a political organization that neither supports nor opposes candidates or parties and encourages informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, email the LWV at league@lagrangearealwv.org or visit the website at www.lagrangearealwv.org. 3541 Park Ave.
Beachem’s Blissful Events Grand Opening
Saturday, May 25, 2 p.m.
Beachem’s Blissful Events is an event space that caters to their clients’ needs. Beachem’s has packages that include all the decoration services — there is no party, gathering, or celebration that they say they cannot handle. In honor of their grand opening, the first five customers who book before Aug. 1 will receive half off on their “Do it with You and Do it For You” Package! 3736 Grand Blvd.
Chicago for Everyone
Friday, May 24, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The Riverside Arts Center is pleased to present Brian Wells’ exhibition of urban scene paintings at the Riverside Town Hall. Please join us for a reception with the artist on Friday, May 24 from 6-8 p.m. The Town Hall is a short block from the Riverside Arts Center. Light refreshments will be served in RAC’s sculpture garden. Viewing hours are Mondays-Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 27 Riverside Rd.