See the Arts District Schedule for 2010
Wed, 23/12/09 – 4:33 | Comments Off

We have a quite a line up of creative activities for 2010, and can’t wait to share them with Oak Park residents and the surrounding community.

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1. Businesses / Galleries

Descriptions of the businesses, galleries, and restaurants you’ll find in the arts district.

2. Street Events

We have many district-wide events – Art Festivals, Third Friday Gallery Walks, Celebrations and Retreats!

3. What's Going On

Many of our member galleries and business have exhibitions, events, and classes throughout the year.

4. In the News

Read what the press has to say about the Oak Park Arts District and our members.

5. Announcements

Public announcements and notices from our individual members and/or association.

3. What's Going On »

Oak Park Artists Count!
Thu, 18/03/10 – 18:36 | Comments Off

Creative Changes March & April Schedule (140 Harrison)
Thu, 18/03/10 – 5:35 | Comments Off
Creative Changes March & April Schedule (140 Harrison)

Join us for process painting, free meditation classes and other enriching activities!

Book Signing at Ridge Art to benefit Haitian Reconstruction (3/19/10)
Wed, 17/03/10 – 20:31 | Comments Off
Book Signing at Ridge Art to benefit Haitian Reconstruction (3/19/10)

Ridge Art and Soweto West Press will host a Women’s History Month discussion with Suburban Promised Land co-authors Stan West, Peggy Tuck Sinko, Frank Lipo, and Yves Hughes, Jr. A portion of the sales of the book will go to reconstruction efforts in Haiti.

Buzz Café March Events (905 S Lombard)
Wed, 17/03/10 – 16:46 | Comments Off
Buzz Café March Events (905 S Lombard)

Welcome in spring at the Buzz.

Kid’s Summer Art Camp FAQ’s
Mon, 15/03/10 – 3:40 | Comments Off

OPAD Summer Art Camp Program Frequently Asked Questions.

New Owners for Trattoria (Wednesday Journal 3-2-10)
Tue, 2/03/10 – 1:28 | Comments Off

Trattoria 225 will keep its name and menu in the switchover but will lose Craig Charlton, the Oak Park resident who brought the eatery to life in 2007. He closed the sale on Monday to …

St. Patrick’s Day on Harrison (3-17-10)
Sat, 27/02/10 – 1:26 | Comments Off

BUZZ CAFE presents:
Oak Park PALs
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

A peace group that works to inform the community by showing documentaries and hosting speakers.
905 S. Lombard Street

Click HERE for the Buzz’s calendar.

EASTGATE CAFE:

102 Harrison Street

Alley closure OK’d on Harrison
Fri, 26/02/10 – 20:30 | Comments Off

Kleronomos hopes approval will pave way for new restaurant
By MARTY STEMPNIAK
Staff Reporter
First reported 2/19/2010 4:59 p.m.

A decision last Thursday could pave the way for a high-traffic alley closing and a long-empty building on Harrison Street …

New Class Schedule at Pamela Penney Textile Arts
Sat, 13/02/10 – 3:58 | Comments Off

New classes in Felting, Knitting, Dying and a ‘Tween Open Sewing Studio on Friday afternoons at Pamela Penney Textile Arts February through May 2010!

February Events at Dancing Krow and Third Friday Gallery (41 & 43 Harrison)
Thu, 11/02/10 – 6:19 | Comments Off
February Events at Dancing Krow and Third Friday Gallery (41 & 43 Harrison)

Join us this month for events and classes! Our Third Friday event is in conjunction with Kathy Reller’s Designs at 31 Harrison.

Harrison Peachy, but Retailer Heading Downtown (Wednesday Journal, 2/2/10)
Thu, 11/02/10 – 5:46 | Comments Off

Karen Morava of the Careful Peach Boutique will be moving to Downtown Oak Park to expand her space. Best of luck, Karen, the Arts District will miss you!