Hessel Park

Enjoy a free family-friendly evening of music featuring Sinfonia da Camera! This event will host an array of live music, a variety of food trucks, and select wines and beers for purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets to fully enjoy the evening under the summer sky. Visit https://theilliac.com/ for more information. Food Trucks:Smith […]

Discover the joy of painting outdoors for FREE! Learn to create simple and colorful watercolor paintings based on the nature you see before you. Materials provided. July 10 | Porter Park Shelter August 7 | Hessel Park Pavillion

Discover the joy of painting outdoors for FREE! Learn to create simple and colorful watercolor paintings based on the nature you see before you. Materials provided. July 10 | Porter Park Shelter August 7 | Hessel Park Pavilion

Picnic & Play is a fun and relaxed evening designed for all ages! The park comes alive with music, live entertainment, and a playful atmosphere that encourages families and friends to enjoy time outdoors together. You’ll find inflatables, bubbles, balloon creations, and classic lawn games set up throughout the park, creating plenty of opportunities for kids to play and explore. It’s the perfect chance to enjoy the simple joys […]

Discover the joy of painting nature. Join artist and instructor Mandy Roeing at Hessel Park Pavilion for guided sketchbook work from the surrounding landscape! Learn various ways to look at the landscape and translate it to paper by considering the basic Elements of Art. In addition to a short demonstration, Mandy will offer individualized guidance to attendees. Materials provided. Rain […]