Community Calendar

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Louise E. Addicott Summer Chamber Music Festival taking place at Indiana University South Bend! Established in the loving memory of Georgina Joshi and Louise E. Addicott, the festival will welcome two dozen young participants to a 10-day chamber music intensive. Members of the Michiana community will be able to attend performances and masterclasses by some of the world’s leading artists - including the Euclid, Calidore, Dover, and Erinys String Quartets - and witness the next generation of young stars in action here in South Bend.

Complete Event Schedule: www.addicottchambermusicfestival.com/events

Flora and Fauna: Mark Ghyselinck CSC and Julie Neises

June 14 through July 26
Opening reception on Saturday, June 14, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
Artist talk July 12, at 2:00 pm by the two artists.

Fire Arts invites the public to an exhibit by Impressionist artist Mark Ghyselinck CSC, and sculptor Julie Neises. Their exhibit features the recently created mosaic paintings by Ghyselinck and the bronze creatures sculpted by Neises.

Having just retired from teaching at the University of Portland, Ghyselinck still creates many kinds of art. He has painted many mountains, rivers and flowers, and now looks forward to some Midwest Autumn color paintings. “Over the years I’ve grown toward being an impressionist artist and in this show my primary contribution will be two large mosaics made of painted canvases rather than pieces of glass.” When possible, he works with acrylics and likes to keep one slow-developing oil painting alive in the studio at all times.

Julie, also a retired art instructor, has been creating bronze work for the past
46 years. Currently she has been focusing on our planet’s small creatures that are endangered or threatened in some way. In her research on that issue, she has realized that most all creatures seem to be threatened in some way due to climate change and loss of natural habitat. Many of Julie’s pieces have been exhibited in regional shows and competitions, including the Elkhart Regional Juried Show, the Hoosier Salon in Indianapolis, and the National Sculpture Society’s Annual show in New York.

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Louise E. Addicott Summer Chamber Music Festival taking place at Indiana University South Bend! Established in the loving memory of Georgina Joshi and Louise E. Addicott, the festival will welcome two dozen young participants to a 10-day chamber music intensive. Members of the Michiana community will be able to attend performances and masterclasses by some of the world’s leading artists - including the Euclid, Calidore, Dover, and Erinys String Quartets - and witness the next generation of young stars in action here in South Bend.

Complete Event Schedule: www.addicottchambermusicfestival.com/events

Flora and Fauna: Mark Ghyselinck CSC and Julie Neises

June 14 through July 26
Opening reception on Saturday, June 14, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
Artist talk July 12, at 2:00 pm by the two artists.

Fire Arts invites the public to an exhibit by Impressionist artist Mark Ghyselinck CSC, and sculptor Julie Neises. Their exhibit features the recently created mosaic paintings by Ghyselinck and the bronze creatures sculpted by Neises.

Having just retired from teaching at the University of Portland, Ghyselinck still creates many kinds of art. He has painted many mountains, rivers and flowers, and now looks forward to some Midwest Autumn color paintings. “Over the years I’ve grown toward being an impressionist artist and in this show my primary contribution will be two large mosaics made of painted canvases rather than pieces of glass.” When possible, he works with acrylics and likes to keep one slow-developing oil painting alive in the studio at all times.

Julie, also a retired art instructor, has been creating bronze work for the past
46 years. Currently she has been focusing on our planet’s small creatures that are endangered or threatened in some way. In her research on that issue, she has realized that most all creatures seem to be threatened in some way due to climate change and loss of natural habitat. Many of Julie’s pieces have been exhibited in regional shows and competitions, including the Elkhart Regional Juried Show, the Hoosier Salon in Indianapolis, and the National Sculpture Society’s Annual show in New York.

A family-friendly mini concert at the St. Joseph County Public Library (Main Branch Story House) featuring participants of the Addicott Summer Chamber Music Festival!

Bring the whole family to the Main Library Story House for a family-friendly concert featuring participants of the 2025 Addicott Chamber Music Festival happening at IU South Bend this summer!

Free and open to all!

More info: https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/13406260

For beginning through intermediate students. Persons who are 16 years and older are eligible.

Dates: Six consecutive Monday evenings:| July 7 | July14 | July 21 | July 28 | August 4 | August 11

Time: 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm.
Registration Fee: Tuition of $160 plus materials fee of $45
Total cost for class: $205 per student.
Class Size: 4 students minimum and 8 students maximum

Along with your six instructor-guided sessions, you will have the option to come in during one additional day per week (during normal operating hours). This time is open studio time, meaning that an instructor will not be present.

You will learn a variety of hand-building techniques, decorative techniques, and how to use the potter’s wheel. It is Elisabeth’s goal that each student will find the class to be a rewarding experience.

Call us at 574 282 2787 to confirm registration. Cash, Checks, CashApp, and on-site Square payments are also accepted.

Summer Clay with Elisabeth Simeri at Fire Arts Inc.

For beginning through intermediate students. Persons who are 16 years and older are eligible.

Dates: Six consecutive Monday evenings:| July 21 | July 28 | August 4 | August 11| August 18 | August 25

Time: 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm.
Registration Fee: Tuition of $160 plus materials fee of $45
Total cost for class: $205 per student.
Class Size: 4 students minimum and 8 students maximum

Along with your six instructor-guided sessions, you will have the option to come in during one additional day per week (during normal operating hours). This time is open studio time, meaning that an instructor will not be present.

You will learn a variety of hand-building techniques, decorative techniques, and how to use the potter’s wheel. It is Elisabeth’s goal that each student will find the class to be a rewarding experience.

Call us at 574 282 2787 to confirm registration. Cash, Checks, CashApp, and on-site Square payments are also accepted.

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Louise E. Addicott Summer Chamber Music Festival taking place at Indiana University South Bend! Established in the loving memory of Georgina Joshi and Louise E. Addicott, the festival will welcome two dozen young participants to a 10-day chamber music intensive. Members of the Michiana community will be able to attend performances and masterclasses by some of the world’s leading artists - including the Euclid, Calidore, Dover, and Erinys String Quartets - and witness the next generation of young stars in action here in South Bend.

Complete Event Schedule: www.addicottchambermusicfestival.com/events

A family-friendly mini concert at the River Park Branch of the St. Joe County Public Library featuring participants of the Addicott Summer Chamber Music Festival!

Bring the whole family to the River Park Branch of the St. Joe County Public Library for a family-friendly concert featuring participants of the 2025 Addicott Chamber Music Festival happening at IU South Bend this summer!

Free and open to all!

More info: https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/13329544

Flora and Fauna: Mark Ghyselinck CSC and Julie Neises

June 14 through July 26
Opening reception on Saturday, June 14, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
Artist talk July 12, at 2:00 pm by the two artists.

Fire Arts invites the public to an exhibit by Impressionist artist Mark Ghyselinck CSC, and sculptor Julie Neises. Their exhibit features the recently created mosaic paintings by Ghyselinck and the bronze creatures sculpted by Neises.

Having just retired from teaching at the University of Portland, Ghyselinck still creates many kinds of art. He has painted many mountains, rivers and flowers, and now looks forward to some Midwest Autumn color paintings. “Over the years I’ve grown toward being an impressionist artist and in this show my primary contribution will be two large mosaics made of painted canvases rather than pieces of glass.” When possible, he works with acrylics and likes to keep one slow-developing oil painting alive in the studio at all times.

Julie, also a retired art instructor, has been creating bronze work for the past
46 years. Currently she has been focusing on our planet’s small creatures that are endangered or threatened in some way. In her research on that issue, she has realized that most all creatures seem to be threatened in some way due to climate change and loss of natural habitat. Many of Julie’s pieces have been exhibited in regional shows and competitions, including the Elkhart Regional Juried Show, the Hoosier Salon in Indianapolis, and the National Sculpture Society’s Annual show in New York.