WHITTINGTON, IL (KFVS) - The Parade of Quilts Celebration will be April 24 through 27 at the Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center.

Each year the Artisans Center offers a display of unique art quilts created by members of the Illinois Artisans Program. These exceptional quilts encompass both traditional and modern designs and offer a lively look into the art of contemporary quilt making.

The center is located at 14967 Gun Creek Trail in Whittington, Ill.

For more information, you can call 618-629-2220.

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MOUNT VERNON, IL (KFVS) - Rend Lake College Community and Corporate Education is offering a short-term painting class on the main campus in Ina.

"Painting Made Easy" will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Mondays, April 15 through May 6. Participants can learn the “One Stroke” painting technique from a certified instructor. This class is for beginners, as well as expert decorative painters, and will teach basic techniques, combination strokes, insider tips, and more. Students will complete their very own masterpiece to take home at the end of class. Supplies will be purchased from the instructor the first night of class for a $15 fee. The registration fee is $50.

For more information or to register, call RLC Community and Corporate Education at 618-437-5321, Ext. 1267 or 1714 or toll-free at 800-369-5321, Ext. 1267 or 1714. Make contact by e-mail at CommCorpEd@rlc.edu.