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		<title>Sydney Vize @ USF Art Gallery</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:17:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>EXHIBITION: Sydney Vize &#8211; Feelings are InvolvedEXHIBITION DATES: October 23 &#8211; December 1, 2025ARTIST TALK: Monday, November 3,11:30 a.m.ADDRESS: 25 East Van Buren Street, Joliet,IL 60432 The USF Art Gallery is proud to present Feelings are Involved, a solo exhibition by Sydney Vize. Working across sculpture, fiber, and book arts, Vize transforms the subtle moments [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Lee Brice Concert Turns into a Real-Life Love Song</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:08:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lee BriceJackson DeanLewis BriceWhat You Know About That TourRosemont Theatre5400 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018September 29, 2025, at 7:00pm Lewis Brice was the first artist to take the stage for the night. Brice is a seasoned singer/songwriter with a country, southern rock, and R&#38;B sound. He released his self-titled EP in 2017, and his [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Matthew Groves &#8211; A Transference of Ideas, Thoughts and Feelings</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:23:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>There&#8217;s an emphasis on precision and technique in the ceramics and sculptures of Matthew Groves. You can sense this through the organization and attention to detail upon entry to his studio. The space is clearly organized. Tools are properly sorted. Research materials are neatly hung. Groves&#8217; work space amplifies efficiency. This week The COMP Magazine [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/matthew-groves/">Matthew Groves &#8211; A Transference of Ideas, Thoughts and Feelings</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>KUCHINSKI &#038; STOIBER: Form &#038; Fiber @ USF Art Gallery</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2025 18:08:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>KUCHINSKI &#38; STOIBER: Form &#38; Fiber @ USF Art GalleryAugust 21 – October 7, 2025USF ART GALLERY25 E. Van Buren St., Joliet, IL, 60432 This dynamic exhibition brings together the evocative ceramic and mixed media work of Marina Kuchinski and the intricate woven forms of Peg Stoiber, a USF alumna, in a dialogue of material, [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/kuchinski-stoiber-form-fiber-usf-art-gallery/">KUCHINSKI &amp; STOIBER: Form &amp; Fiber @ USF Art Gallery</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>Sarah Nishiura &#8211; Combining Traditional Practices and Contemporary Investigations in Quilts</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:08:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the quilts of Sarah Nishiura one sees a long standing tradition in quilt making combined with personal interests (art history, family, and mathematics) that reflect the present day. Upon initial inspection, one may sense a strong connection to art movements of the 1960-90s, specifically, Minimalism, OpArt, and NeoGeo. This is due to education and [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/sarah-nishiura/">Sarah Nishiura &#8211; Combining Traditional Practices and Contemporary Investigations in Quilts</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>Country Thunder Wisconsin 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Country Thunder WisconsinTwin Lakes, Wisconsin2305 Richmond RoadTwin Lakes, Wisconsin, 53181July 17 through 20, 2025 Boots, Beats, and Blue Skies: Country Thunder Welcomes Icons and Rising Stars&#8230; Country music has made its way back to Twin Lakes, Wisconsin in 2025, bringing fans in from all over the country. This has become an annual gathering for many [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/country-thunder-wisconsin-2025/">Country Thunder Wisconsin 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>The Oak Ridge Boys Return to the Rialto with American Made: Farewell Tour</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:06:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>American Made: Farewell TourThe Oak Ridge BoysRialto Square TheatreJoliet, Illinois, 60432Thursday, December 5th, 2024, at 7:30pm Fans of all ages gathered for a night of classic country and Christmas music at the Rialto Square Theatre. With the theatre decorated for the holidays, the cheerfulness of the crowd could be felt throughout the whole show. As [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>2025 Art &#038; Design Thesis</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:14:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="1400" height="1000" src="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Vivian-thesis-postcard.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thecompmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Vivian-thesis-postcard.jpg?w=1400 1400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thecompmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Vivian-thesis-postcard.jpg?resize=768%2C549 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px" /></p>
<p>Check out the 2025 Art &#38; Design Thesis and Promotional Video edited by Darcy Ancil. Opening Reception: Friday, April 25, 2025, 5:00 &#8211; 7:00pm. Click on the video for a preview! ART &#38; DESIGN SENIOR THESIS EXHIBITION 2024On view April 25 – May 22, 2025 University of St. Francis &#8211; ART GALLERY25 E. Van Buren, [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/2025-art-design-thesis/">2025 Art &amp; Design Thesis</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>JAVIER JASSO &#8211; Clasicos Mexicanos</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:24:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>University of St. Francis Art Gallery25 East Van BurenJoliet, Illinois, 60432 JAVIER JASSO Clasicos MexicanosARTIST TALK: THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 13 @ 12:20PMRECEPTION: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 5-7PMON EXHIBIT: FEBRUARY 7 &#8211; MARCH 18, 2025 Javier Jasso is an artist originally from Chicago and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico. He currently lives and works in the Back of the [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com/javier-jasso-clasicos-mexicanos/">JAVIER JASSO &#8211; Clasicos Mexicanos</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thecompmagazine.com">The COMP Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dasha Returns to Chicago with Dashville, USA Tour </title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:11:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Dashville, USA TourDashaAdrien NunezJoe’s Live5441 Park Pl, Rosemont, IL 60018Rosemont, ILThursday, November 7, 2024 at 7pm Country music fans enjoyed a Thursday night out at Joe’s Live Rosemont with good company, line dancing, and live country music. Dasha headlined the night with newcomer Adrien Nunez kicking off the night.&#160; Fans gathered as the lights dimmed [&#8230;]</p>
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