Shar Pei – Kerra Hayes

September 21, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“This piece was a commission of a friend’s dog done in April of this year. I’ve been doing art for as long as I remember and took art classes from ages 11 to 16 at Hall of Frames.

I enjoy drawing and clay sculpting, and have attempted painting, but my favorite medium is using pastels.

I have taken two classes at SWIC learning about the history of art and art of different cultures and have enjoyed both of them, and I would like to take classes in the future to learn how to create different types of art.”

– Kerra Hayes

Submission Information

Title: Shar Pei – Kerra Hayes

Talent Name: Kerra Hayes

Category: ART

Happy Halloween – Mielea Damrill

October 12, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“I came up with my idea for my act because I really like doing this kind of art ”

– Mielea Damrill

Submission Information

Title: Happy Halloween – Mielea Damrill

Talent Name: Mielea Damrill

Category: ART

His First “Happy” Smile – Lillian Brunick

September 2, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“Depression is a real struggle many of us must face at one point or another. Here is my illustration of a special someone’s ‘turning point’ towards recovery and more REAL “happy smiles.”

– Lillian Brunick

Submission Information

Title: His First “Happy” Smile – Lillian Brunick

Talent Name: Lillian Brunick

Category: ART

I’m late for class – Deondra Johnson

September 10, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“This was inspired by myself almost being late for class. I ran so fast it wasn’t even funny. At the time, I felt so embarrassed when I arrived to class out of breath. As for the papers that are flying out of my backpack, in the background, I didn’t realize my bag was open and a few things fell out as I was running. Looking back on the situation I personally found the situation funny, so I decided to draw what I imagined myself running to class late. Hope you like it.”

– Deondra Johnson

Submission Information

Title: I’m late for class – Deondra Johnson

Talent Name: Deondra Johnson

Category: ART

Art In Pencil – Abigail Markel

September 2, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“It draws on one of my favorite art themes ever, the Danse Macabre. It’s a concept from the Middle Ages, which was often depicted by a skeletal figure dancing with several different people, obviously drawn as having come from multiple walks of life. The idea embodied by the Danse Macabre is that we are all simply dancing our way to the grave. I took that concept and twisted it into the Macabre Dance, choosing to draw a ballet dancer wearing a spiky crown and a fang earring, made up to look like a skeleton. The expression of hope on her face shows that one day, all people will be equal in more than just death.”

– Abigail Markel

Submission Information

Title: Art In Pencil – Abigail Markel

Talent Name: Abigail Markel

Category: ART

Get Out of My Mind – Erin Sullivan

August 30, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Talent Statement

“This is my most intimate photo manipulation as it allows anyone to step inside my mind for a minute during COVID-19. The deadliest silent world as no lips is to be seen. Six feet away with a mask on means, you are covering our form of communication.

The isolation from frustration grew depression, regression, aggression.

Wear your masks, but PLEASE

Be patient.

Be kind.

We cannot hear you when you cover your mouth.

God Bless!”

– Erin Sullivan

Submission Information

Title: Get Out of My Mind – Erin Sullivan

Talent Name: Erin Sullivan

Category: ART

Carmella L Lawrence

May 14, 2021

By Melissa Ashforth

Congratulations Carmella L Lawrence!

Belleville, IL

Carmella L Lawrence

In the degree of

Associate in Arts

Route 4 Restaurant

January 21, 2021

By Jim Haverstick

Cuisine: Restaurant

Phone

(618) 443-4488

Address

1705 N Market St, Sparta, IL 62286

Hours

Monday / Wednesday / Thursday / Saturday	6 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday / Friday	6 AM – 8 PM
Sunday	Closed

 

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, and Visa

Offers

N/A

Delivery /Takeout

Takeout Only

Parking

N/A

Drive-Thru

No

Wi-Fi

N/A

Seating

Indoor

Alcohol

N/A

Accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Party

N/A

Pets

Service Animals only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Noise Level

Normal

Catering

N/A

Reservations

N/A

Student Discounts

N/A

Good For Kids?

Yes

Options

N/A

Entertainment

No

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Closed

Curbside pick up

Yes

Contactless

Social distancing

N/A

Temperature checks

N/A

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down dining

Open

Sanitizer

Sanitizer is all over the Restaurant and provided

Delivery with:

None

Website

The Abbey

January 21, 2021

By Jim Haverstick

Cuisine: Restaurant

Phone

(618) 277-8373

Address

5801 W Main St, Belleville, IL 62226

Hours

Monday – Friday	6:30 AM – 2 PM
Saturday	8 AM – 1 PM
Sunday	8 AM – 11 AM

 

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, and Visa

Offers

N/A

Delivery /Takeout

Yes

Parking

N/A

Drive-Thru

No

Wi-Fi

N/A

Seating

Indoor and Outdoor

Alcohol

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Party

N/A

Pets

Service Animals only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Noise Level

Normal

Catering

N/A

Reservations

N/A

Student Discounts

N/A

Good For Kids?

Yes

Options

Vegetarian and Healthy Options

Entertainment

Live Music

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Open

Curbside pick up

N/A

Contactless

Social distancing

N/A

Temperature checks

N/A

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down dining

Open

Sanitizer

Sanitizer is all over the Restaurant and provided

Delivery with:

None

Website

Eckert’s Garden Center

January 6, 2021

By Gabrielle Andruska

Company: Garden Center

Phone

(618)-233-0513

Address

951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220

Hours

Monday – Sunday

9 AM – 7 PM

 

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Checks, NFC mobile payments, and Visa

Offers

N/A

Delivery /Takeout

Takeout

Parking

Yes

Drive-Thru

No

Wi-Fi

N/A

Seating

Outdoor

Alcohol

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Party

N/A

Pets

Service Animals only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Noise Level

Normal

Catering

Yes

Reservations

Accepts

Student Discounts

N/A

Good For Kids?

Yes

Options

Vegetarian

Entertainment

No

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Yes

Curbside pick up

Yes

Contactless

Pickup

Social distancing

N/A

Temperature checks

N/A

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down dining

Yes

Sanitizer

Sanitizer is all over the Restaurant and provided

Delivery with:

NONE

Website