If you are looking for a fun and relaxing place to spend in Utica Illinois, you will want to stop at the CommonGrounds bookcafe. Julia will make you a cup of cappuccino that will lift your spirits and comfort you at the same time.While there take a look at the art created by local artists.   You can keep up with all the news and visit with soon-to-be friends on line too.  www.cgbookcafe.com will brighten your day.

Check out the exciting website of Jodie Scherer at www.waxlady.us

www.jafineart.com will take you to Jamie Atkinson's web site to view his work. This is a young man whom is self taught and did a great job at teaching himself.

www.ourhome-studio.net is the website of Joshua Englehaupt. Joshua is an artist with cerebral palsy that works at home. He has an extraordinary eye for color and composition. Take a look at his beautiful artwork and be prepared to be amazed.