Lion King Jr.
at Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road
March 10, 11 & 12 at 7 p.m. and
March 12 & 13 at 1 p.m.
The African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters. Estimated run time including intermission is 75 minutes. Seating is reserved. Younger than 3 years old do not need a ticket if they are sitting on a ticket holder’s lap. Visit www.bartlettparks.org/theatre for information regarding show details and reserved seat ticket orders.
Artist Reception at Village Hall Gallery
Tuesday, 3/15 at 6 p.m., Bartlett Village Hall, 228 S. Main Street
Arts in Bartlett is proud to present a new art exhibit by the Midwest Hakka Association community, “The Colorful Views from the Eyes of Hakkanese Americans," from 3/1 to 4/29, at the Bartlett Village Hall 2nd floor gallery. The gallery is open to the public Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon.
Everyone is invited to the free reception to meet the artists on Tuesday, 3/15 from 6 to 8 p.m. Masks are recommended inside the building.
This lovely art exhibit is the kickoff of several events celebrating the 20th anniversary of Arts in Bartlett. The Midwest Hakka Association has cultivated a close relationship with Arts in Bartlett, as well as with the Village of Bartlett and is honored to be part of such an important milestone. This art exhibit also marks the 12th anniversary of the Sister Cities relationship between Miaoli City, Taiwan and Bartlett, Illinois.
With more than 20 pieces of artwork in the village hall gallery, and four more pieces in the Arts in Bartlett gallery across the street, this exhibit is a celebration of Hakka arts and culture from the eyes of the Hakkanese American artists. It includes scenic views of both Taiwan and the United States, still life paintings of every day life and beautiful calligraphy poems. Several of these talented individuals come from three generations of creative artists.
The artist reception will begin with a social hour with light snacks, followed by a photo opportunity with the many visitors and dignitaries who will be attending, a proclamation of Hakka Month and Sister Cities relationship by the mayor of Bartlett, ending with a lively talk by the participating artists.
For more information, go to www.artsinbartlett.org or call 630-372-4152.
Tri-Village Garden Club Meeting
Wednesday, 3/16 at 6:30 p.m., Poplar Creek Library in Streamwood
The Tri-Village Garden of Bartlett, Streamwood and Hanover Park meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. at Poplar Creek Library in Streamwood. Registration required by the library due to covid protocols. New members are always welcome.
Upcoming programs: March 16 - The Tree Guy “How to Kill a Tree.”
April 20 - SCARCE, an organization inspiring and teaching people to recycle and compost
May 18 - Gregg Walter, the healthy benefits of honey and bees
Maple Syruping
Saturday, 3/19 from 12:30 to 2 p.m., Jim Jensen Pavilion, 620 W. Stearns Road in Bartlett
Learn how to tap maple trees and turn the sap into maple syrup. You will also learn about the history of tree tapping, weather conditions needed to get the sap, and how to transform raw sap into delicious maple syrup. Over breakfast, you will get to compare homemade maple syrup to store bought syrup. Dress for the weather. Register early, space is limited for this Bartlett Park District program. This program must meet a minimum of 15 participants by Wednesday at noon to run. $15 per person.
Sears Homes of Chicagoland
Tuesday, 3/22 at 7 p.m., Bartlett Village Hall, 228 S. Main Street
According to Sears, Roebuck and Co., more than 70,000 of the company’s kit homes, featuring more than 370 different home styles, were sold in North America between 1908 and 1940. Illinois is second to Ohio in the number of Sears home kits sold by state.
Learn more about these unique homes at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, 3/22, with the Bartlett History Museum and presenter Lara Solonickne, a local expert on Sears homes. The free in-person presentation will be at Bartlett Village Hall, 228 S. Main Street.
Space is limited. Registration is required. To reserve your seat, email Pam at prohleder@bartlettil.gov with your name, phone number and number of people attending. All current Covid-19 guidelines will be followed. No refreshments will be served.
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