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125 W. Davie St.
Anna, IL 62906

SHAC offers a year-round schedule of exhibitions, performances, screenings, workshops, and other special events and programming for everyone in our community. Our calendar is updated often, so stay tuned for more information about art and culture in Southern Illinois!

 

 

Salute To Veterans

Shawnee Hills Art Council 125 West Davie Street, Anna, IL, United States

Annual Salute to Veterans and Active Duty. Service Members Dinner and Show Dinner catered by The Kitchen on Lafayette Featuring Students from Anderson Music Studio RSVP by November 9th.  Call Lee's cell 904-625-1109 or email: vabchlee@gmail.com for tickets. Everyone needs a ticket, Veterans and Active Duty are free, all others a $15 donation.  

13th Annual Reindeer 5k Run/Walk

8 am start. $20 registration entry or $25 the day of the race.  All proceeds support our programs. Prizes are awarded for different age groups.  Register at the link below and wear your most festive holiday attire, then join the rest of the celebration in Downtown Anna. https://runtosucceed.com/reindeer5k/

Into the Woods

Come out and see our annual children's musical.  A 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. You do not want to miss this. Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, but not free.  A trove of storybook characters’ paths intertwines as they chase their deepest desires […]

Into the Woods

Come out and see our annual children's musical.  A 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. You do not want to miss this. Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, but not free.  A trove of storybook characters’ paths intertwines as they chase their deepest desires […]

Into the Woods

Come out and see our annual children's musical.  A 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. You do not want to miss this. Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, but not free.  A trove of storybook characters’ paths intertwines as they chase their deepest desires […]

Short Story Night

Join us for our monthly Short Story Night.  The discussion revolves around different thematic elements, story-telling device, and how to story simply makes us feel.  Discussions are facilitated by retired philosophy teacher and literary enthusiast, Tom Caldwell. This month's story is 'To Build A Fire' by Jack London.  Brrr. Bring $3 to share in pizza […]

Monthly Board Meeting

The SHAC Board of Directors will be meeting in either the Center Building or the Theater Building.  Meetings are open to the public!

Blue and Gray Dinner

Join us for our Annual Blue & Gray Dinner featuring food from South Pass Supper Club in Cobden and music performed by Chris Vallillo.  Dinner is at 6pm for $25 and music begins at 7pm and is free to attend.  See the attached flyer for more details.

Civil War Weekend 2025

Join us in our annual weekend examining the Civil War in and around Union County and the rest of Southern Illinois.  This year's speakers look to be enlightening on much of the relevant local history regarding the conflict.  The event is free to attend and lunch will be available for purchase.  See attached flyer for […]

Welcome, Spring – Monthly Minis

Second Saturdays at the SHAC include complimentary mini portrait sessions provided by Hannah Prendergast Photography and make & take crafts or activities for the kids before or after their pics.  Each month has a different theme to align with holidays or seasonality.  Get some coffee and breakfast before stopping by, pop in while shopping downtown, […]

Open Mic Night

Open MIc Night offers an opportunity for performing artists to get up and share their talents.  Artists can play covers of popular music or their own original songs, sing karaoke, tell stand-up comedy, read poetry, or reminisce through storytelling.  Many previous attendees and first timers on the stage say it has helped build their confidence.  […]

Short Story Night

Join us for our monthly Short Story Night.  The discussion revolves around different thematic elements, story-telling device, and how to story simply makes us feel.  Discussions are facilitated by retired philosophy teacher and literary enthusiast, Tom Caldwell. This month’s story is ‘The Lady, or the Tiger?' by Frank R. Stockton Bring $3 to share in […]