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

Say Good-Bye to Summer on 8/21
Thursday, 20 Aug, 2009 – 1:50 | Comments Off

Celebrate the last days of summer with Oak Park Arts District this Friday, August, 21, from 6-9 PM.  Join us for our Third Friday Gallery Walk, when we keep our doors open late so you …

Art in the Streets (Pioneer Local, 8/7/09)
Thursday, 20 Aug, 2009 – 1:35 | Comments Off

By Chris LaFortune
The Oak Park Area Arts Council, Oak Park Arts District and Downtown Oak Park all joined forces Thursday to present “Art dans la Rue,” or Art in the Streets, at the corner of Lake and Marion streets Thursday. …

Reception at Newly Remodeled Gallery Pink - 8/27
Tuesday, 18 Aug, 2009 – 22:22 | Comments Off
Reception at Newly Remodeled Gallery Pink - 8/27

Come to a Reception for the newly remodeled Gallery Pink at 149 Harrison, Oak Park, IL, on Thursday, August 27, 2009 from 5 – 8 pm.

Join Us for Art on Harrison
Tuesday, 18 Aug, 2009 – 2:58 | Comments Off
Join Us for Art on Harrison

The Dates:  Friday, September 11, from 6-10 PM, and Saturday, September 12, from 12-8 PM.
The Location:  Art on Harrison is an annual fall arts festival sponsored by the Oak Park Arts District in Oak Park, …

Live Entertainment at Art on Harrison
Tuesday, 4 Aug, 2009 – 14:03 | Comments Off
Live Entertainment at Art on Harrison

On Saturday from 12-8 PM, we have a great line up of entertainment all along our street. Join us on our main stage on Harrison just west of Lombard. Part of the street will be closed off so you can enjoy the festivities.

Art Dans La Rue in Downtown Oak Park
Monday, 3 Aug, 2009 – 14:00 | Comments Off

Art dans la Rue  - Ooh la la!

Downtown Oak Park will host the Oak Park Arts District and the Oak Park Area Arts Council in a mini-celebration of the arts on Thursday, August 6, from 5-9pm on …

Buzz Cafe August Events
Monday, 3 Aug, 2009 – 13:11 | Comments Off

Saturday 1st
7 -8:30pm
Smoke—Belly dancing troupe
Monday, 3rd
6-8pm
Stitch and Bitch knitting group—all are welcome
7-9pm
Open Mic with Buzz—All are welcome to perform!
Tuesday, 4th
6am
Bible Study, all are welcome
Wednesday 5th
7-9pm
Spirituality Cafe
Interfaith Discussion on
Religion, Politics and the Baha’i’s Unique Perspective on
Transcending …