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11.16.23

Share your festive talent at LLCC’s Holiday Party

Peace on Earth. LLCC Holiday Party. Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. Student Union, Menard Hall. Food, Beverages, Games and Music.Calling all singers and musicians (solo, group, instrumental)! ‘Tis the season to spread joy, and we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your extraordinary talents at our upcoming Holiday Party on stage!  If you are an employee of LLCC (and especially if you’ve never had the opportunity in the past), we believe that your unique talent will add an extra touch of magic to our event.

Please send an email to carmen.allen@llcc.edu with the following information:

  • Your name and the names of any accompanying performers.
  • The number of songs you’ll be performing (one or more, but no more than 15 minutes) and the song titles.
  • Instruments/Equipment you’ll be bringing (acoustic/electric, backing tracks, small amps, music stands, mics, etc.).
  • Equipment you need – (see above list).
  • Optional: A web link or sound clip sample of your talent.

LLCC’s Holiday Party for faculty and staff will be held Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union (lower level of Menard Hall). Let’s make this an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! We look forward to receiving your confirmation and witnessing the magic you’ll bring to our festive celebration.

11.16.23

Welcome Ernest Ashby

Ernest AshbyErnest Ashby joined LLCC Nov. 13 as course materials coordinator. He previously worked at the Law Enforcement Training Advisory Commission for more than 14 years. He is a former LLCC student and earned a bachelor’s degree in photography and a minor in art history for Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.

He can be reached at 217-786-2377 or ernest.ashby@llcc.edu.

Welcome Ernest!

11.14.23

Save the date!

LLCC President Charlotte Warren invites faculty and staff to a special winter celebration Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union.Peace on Earth. LLCC Holiday Party. Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. Student Union, Menard Hall. Food, Beverages, Games and Music.

11.13.23

LLCC Holiday Party Planning Committee needs your input

In celebration of winter holidays around the world, the LLCC Holiday Party Planning Committee is asking faculty and staff to share a brief description of their favorite family winter holiday tradition. Stories might include a favorite food dish that is always part of the holiday meal, a traditional family activity or anything else that makes your winter holidays special.

To participate, follow the link below and fill out the form by Monday, Nov. 20. The committee will review your story for posting at the LLCC Holiday Party in December.

My Winter Holiday Tradition

Contact Julie Clevenger at julie.clevenger@llcc.edu with any questions.

11.13.23

Vote for LLCC’s “Art After Hours” People’s Choice Award

Art After Hours gallery wall; photograph called “Ode to Red Lipstick” showing various images of females wearing red lipstick, drawing called “Flower Fantasy II” in B/W drawn flowers, a photograph called “Untitled I” of a green valley with mountains and blue sky, and a photograph called “Pelican Punk” of a white pelican floating in water.
There is still a chance to vote for the LLCC’s People’s Choice Award! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.

Art After Hours with clock in "o" of Hours. Springfield Area Arts Council.

Did you know that some of the artwork is for sale? The price, if for sale, will be on the artwork label. Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if interested in purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork!

LLCC’s AAH exhibit runs through Tuesday, Nov. 21. The exhibit is in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery in Menard Hall, level 2, and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The exhibit features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.

AAH is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.

11.06.23

“Art After Hours” – five first place ribbons

Mixed media artwork named “Summer’s Glory,” with flowers, child, bird nest and a bird made with ink, watercolor, paper.A panel of judges from the Springfield Area Arts Council completed their review of LLCC’s “Art After Hours” (AAH) exhibit. Five first place ribbons were awarded! Several other ribbons were also awarded. All pieces awarded first place will move on to the AAH city-wide exhibit at the close of the LLCC in-house exhibit.

LLCC’s AAH exhibit runs thru Tuesday, Nov. 21. The exhibit is in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery in Menard Hall, level 2 and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The exhibit features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.

Don’t forget to vote for the LLCC’s People’s Choice Award! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum. Voting will close at the end of the in-house exhibit.

A few pieces are for sale – shop for that someone special and see if you can find them a one-of-a-kind gift! Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if you are interested in purchasing any of the artwork that is for sale.

Congratulations to everybody that participated in AAH!

Michelle Burger holding a blue ribbon, standing in front of her “Bale Yeah Cowgirl” artwork which is a photograph of a young girl doing a backbend on a bale of hay.Michelle Burger
Bale Yeah Cowgirl!, photography, 1st
Giddy up Grinch!, photography, Honorable Mention

Esteban Cruz
Rain, Rain, Go Away, photography, 1st
Ode to Red Lipstick, photography, 2nd

Esteban Cruz holding a blue ribbon, standing in front of his “Rain, Rain, Go Away” artwork which is a photograph at night of the rain with a shadow of a person in the foreground.Chris McDonald
Upon(d) Reflection, photography, Honorable Mention

Misty Schierer
That’s the Spot, photography, 3rd
Princess’s Flower Garden, drawing, Honorable Mention

Greg Walbert holding a blue ribbon, standing in front of his “Hear the Bells Ringing” artwork which is an image of a carillon behind trees made out of a variety of paper.Jan Szoke
Summer’s Glory, mixed media, 1st
Red Splendor Gathering, mixed media, 2nd

Greg Walbert
Hear the Bells Ringing, mixed media, 1st

Diane M. Wilson holding a blue ribbon, standing in front of her “Flower Fantasy II” artwork which is a B/W drawing of a variety of flowers and leaves.Diane M. Wilson
Flower Fantasy II, drawing, 1st

Sarah Frey, Tricia Kujawa and Brenda Protz received participation ribbons.

AAH is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.

11.03.23

Today is reception to announce in-house “Art After Hours” award winners

Looking through the James S. Murray Gallery glass door into the Art After Hours exhibit with framed artwork hanging on the walls in the distance.
All are invited today to LLCC’s “Art After Hours” reception in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery (Menard Hall) from 2-3 p.m. LLCC award winners will be announced at approximately 2:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

“Art After Hours” is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.

Art After Hours with clock in "o" of Hours. Springfield Area Arts Council.

 

11.02.23

“Art After Hours” reception Friday to announce the in-house award winners

Looking through the James S. Murray Gallery glass door into the Art After Hours exhibit with framed artwork hanging on the walls in the distance.
All are invited on Friday, Nov. 3, 2-3 p.m. to LLCC’s “Art After Hours” reception in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery on the second floor of Menard Hall. LLCC award winners will be announced at approximately 2:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Did you know that some of the artwork is for sale? The price, if for sale, will be on the artwork label. Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if interested in purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork!

Art After Hours with clock in "o" of Hours. Springfield Area Arts Council.

Don’t forget to vote for the LLCC’s People’s Choice Award! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.

The exhibit is open for viewing 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and it features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.

“Art After Hours” is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council, offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.