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.

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February Events at Dancing Krow and Third Friday Gallery (41 & 43 Harrison)
Thursday, 11 Feb, 2010 – 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)
Thursday, 11 Feb, 2010 – 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!

Creative Changes February Schedule (140 Harrison)
Thursday, 11 Feb, 2010 – 5:35 | Comments Off

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

OK, But Did They Get the Elvis Shrine? (Wednesday Journal, 1/12/10)
Wednesday, 10 Feb, 2010 – 21:29 | Comments Off
OK, But Did They Get the Elvis Shrine? (<i>Wednesday Journal</i>, 1/12/10)

Flashpoint Academy students filmed at Val’s halla Records for a documentary on the health of independent music stores.

2009 Villager of the Year Runners Up (Wednesday Journal, 1/5/10)
Wednesday, 10 Feb, 2010 – 21:09 | Comments Off
2009 Villager of the Year Runners Up (<i>Wednesday Journal</i>, 1/5/10)

Two Arts District members, Laura Maychruk and Georgina Mitchell, were runners up for Wednesday Journal’s 2009 Villager of the Year.

Buzz Café February Events (905 S Lombard)
Wednesday, 10 Feb, 2010 – 16:46 | Comments Off
Buzz Café February Events (905 S Lombard)

Chase away the February blahs at the Buzz. Tango your mind, see your future with tarot, or celebrate with your sweetie on Valentine’s Day.

See the Arts District Schedule for 2010
Wednesday, 23 Dec, 2009 – 4:33 | Comments Off
See the Arts District Schedule for 2010

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.

Oak Park’s Harrison Street Arts District Stroll (Tripvine, 12/17/09)
Thursday, 17 Dec, 2009 – 21:47 | Comments Off

By Laurie Borman
Chicago Street Smart

Chicago’s Magnificent Mile® and State Street are must-dos for any holiday strolling, of course. The store windows in Macy’s, the lights up and down Michigan Ave. But there are lots more places …

“Let It Snow” Third Friday Gallery Walk - 12/18
Wednesday, 16 Dec, 2009 – 17:11 | Comments Off
“Let It Snow” Third Friday Gallery Walk - 12/18

Finish your holiday shopping in the Oak Park Arts District this weekend. We’re open late this Friday (6-9 PM, with some restaurants open later!), and will light the street in your honor. Don’t forget to support Oak Park schools with your purchase of Origami Gratitude Cranes!

“Shop the Village” Profitable for Arts District Shoppers!
Thursday, 10 Dec, 2009 – 15:01 | Comments Off
“Shop the Village” Profitable for Arts District Shoppers!

“Shop the Village” is back in Oak Park!  This year, organizers outfitted a character “Super Shopper Spotter,” in a customized super-hero costume, complete with bright red cape, mask and boots. With the letter “S” in …