Things to do in Illinois, United States: The Best Lessons & Workshops

Performing the repertory of the most innovative national and international choreographers, this company of uniquely versatile dancers whirls its way through an intoxicating mix of ballet, jazz and modern dance.Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has mesmerized Celebrity Series audiences twice in the last four years. Each time the buzz was pervasive: here was a company performing the work of a variety of choreographers with the passion and energy of a company dancing for a genius founder.These are devoted, committed dancers, and before they are finished they will make you believe every step.

Uncork your creativity with Bottle & Bottega—Chicago’s first BYOB WINE & ART party studio. Combining hands-on art instruction with a BYOB (bring your own bottle) concept, Bottle & Bottega offers a fun, unique alternative to a typical night out with friends, corporate groups, and special events. With each sip, even the most artistically challenged can release their inner artiste and take home a self-made masterpiece! Register for a public art party or host a private or corporate event off-site or at our 2900 N. Lincoln studio. Create a masterpiece. Make a friend. Have a blast! *bot·te·ga [boh-tey-guh]: the studio of a master artist, in which students learn by participating in the work.

We host public and private events relating to Chinese culture and the history of Chinatown. Please contact us if you wish to host a private event or tour. Below is a list of our public events: Public Walking Tours are available in the summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings starting at 10:00 am. We also offer Dumpling Making Lunch/Dinner for adults and children under 12. We also arrange private events all times of year for groups of all sizes. Private groups can take a group tour of Chinatown either walking or on their bus, enjoy a food or medicine tour, get lunch, learn how to make dumplings, kites, or paper cut art. Experience a Tai Chi class and much more.

On Target Range & Tactical Training Center may appear as an establishment engaging in commerce…but within the spirit of On Target exists a higher calling to outfit Americans, train Americans and provide Americans with an exceptional indoor range where they can practice the timeless skill of marksmanship. Clean and well-ventilated, our 20,500 sq. ft. indoor range offers a 12-position, 25-yard Pistol Range, a 12-position, 50-yard Rifle Range, a Retail Store, and Classrooms. Everyone is welcome at our range, from first-time shooters, seeking a place to develop their fundamentals, to seasoned experts looking to maintain or improve their skills. Whether you are using the ranges or attending a firearms class, our goal is for all customers to have a safe and enjoyable shooting experience. Our hours of operation are from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday-Friday and from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on Saturday and 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on Sunday.

Private glass blowing lessons from museum artists in Chicago. Shatter Glass is Chicago's oldest glass blowing studio. It is headed by Lance Friedman whose work is in the permanent collection of the Corning Museum of Glass, Tacoma Museum of Glass and numerous private collections. Please go to lancefriedmansculpture.com for images of his work. All instructors must have at least 20 years experience and have taught at major institutions. We have been teaching classes here in Chicago for 30 years.

Girls Night Out * Date Night * Private Painting Parties Pinot's Palette is the upscale "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." destination in Naperville where anyone can be a Picasso. No art experience required! In two or three hours you can create a festive or whimsical painting. Grab your friends and sign up for one of our many public painting classes. We'd also love to help you celebrate your Girls' Night Out, Date Night, Birthday Party, Bachelorette Party, Anniversary, Corporate Team Building Event or a Private Holiday Party! The best wine and painting party in the suburbs. We have a bar where you can purchase wine, beer, soft drinks and limited spirits. Paint and Sip with us! The best painting parties around. Naperville law does not allow BYOB.

JDraper Glass is an artistic, educational & entertainment studio dedicated to providing hands on hot glass opportunities. Our mission of is to offer a complete understanding of hot glass as a studio movement in America by engaging the community through hands on opportunities, classes, tours, team building workshops and open houses to encourage an exploration of this medium. Through these efforts, JDraper Glass will cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation of the art of hand blown glass.