Shout out to artists/dancers/musicians/businesses
Sat, 3/07/10 – 18:52 | Comments Off

We are very excited to be working on Art on Harrison, our annual fall art show, which will be taking place September 10-11th, 2010.  This year’s theme is “Celebrate the Arts in the Oak Park …

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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.

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Article Archive for August 2009

Harrison Street Ukulele Players Perform on 9/8 in Elgin
Monday, 31 Aug, 2009 – 19:32 | Comments Off
Harrison Street Ukulele Players Perform on 9/8 in Elgin

The Harrison Street Ukulele Players, will be performing at the upcoming Blockbuster Release Party for The Beatles Rock Band Game on September 8 in Elgin.

Last Chance to Register for Arts Retreat Classes!
Saturday, 29 Aug, 2009 – 2:08 | Comments Off
Last Chance to Register for Arts Retreat Classes!

Experience everything from fiber arts to culinary arts, yoga stretching to glass blowing, jewelry design to intuitive painting.

Rain Barrels on Parade (& on Auction!)
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 13:41 | Comments Off
Rain Barrels on Parade (& on Auction!)

During Art on Harrison, many of the beautifully decorated rain barrels that you’ve been seeing in the Arts District all summer will be on auction.

Family Activities on Saturday, 9/12 from 12-6 PM
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 11:26 | Comments Off

In addition to hosting 30+ guest artist exhibitors, Art on Harrison has many family-friendly activities. Come on down and make a creative day of it on Saturday, September 12.

He’s Got the Experience - Even with Martha (Wednesday Journal, 8/25/09)
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 10:47 | Comments Off
He’s Got the Experience - Even with Martha (<u>Wednesday Journal</u>, 8/25/09)

Craig Charlton of Trattoria 225 is featured in the Wednesday Journal

Record Stores 101: What is Val’s Halla? (Examiner.com, 8/24/09)
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 10:28 | Comments Off

By Robin Zimmerman
From eight tracks and cassette decks to digital downloads and satellite radio, the American recording industry has been in a constant state of flux for the past forty years. But, in the village …

Chit-Chat & Video: Beatles Mail Art Exhibit… (Suburban Life On the Go Online, 8/17/09)
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 8:35 | Comments Off
Chit-Chat & Video: Beatles Mail Art Exhibit… (Suburban Life On the Go Online, 8/17/09)

By Alicia Spates

The Beatles left its stamp on the world, so it’s only fitting that Art Gecko owner Lisa Nordstrom of Oak Park is remembering the Fab Four with a mail art exhibit. On display at …

Arts District Activities During Art on Harrison
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 8:06 | Comments Off
Arts District Activities During Art on Harrison

Art Gecko - 19 HARRISON - Enjoy “THE END,” a mail art exhibit commemorating the 4oth anniversary of the breakup of The Beatles. This Beatles-themed group show includes generously donated artwork sent through the postal …

Artist Exhibitors on Harrison Street 9/12 - 12-6 PM
Friday, 28 Aug, 2009 – 7:26 | Comments Off
Artist Exhibitors on Harrison Street 9/12 - 12-6 PM

We have a diverse array of visiting artists for Art on Harrison. See them on the street on Saturday, 9/12, from 12-6 PM. Sample a slide show showing some of their work.

Global Activism: Children Helping Haitian Children (NPR’s Worldview, 8/20/09)
Friday, 21 Aug, 2009 – 2:25 | Comments Off
Global Activism: Children Helping Haitian Children (NPR’s Worldview, 8/20/09)

Jerome McDonnell, Host of Worldview, interviews Judy Hoffman, Co-Founder and President of Art Creation Foundation for Children. The kids produce traditional Haitian arts and crafts pieces. Some of their art work is on display at Ridge Art here in Oak Park.