Art Gecko invites artists to contribute to “The End”, a mail art exhibit commemorating the 40th anniversary of the breakup of The Beatles.

A big thank you to: Oak Park Residence Corporation, JE Images, Trattoria 225, Wednesday Journal, Stillwater Creative Group, Buzz Cafe, Standing Wave Bodyworks, Tom Bassett-Dilley Architect, Ltd., Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Gloor Realty Co., and Pieritz Bros Office Supply.

The Joe Olson Trio will perform at Creative Changes during the What’s Blooming on Harrison event. Enjoy the teen jazz improv from 7-10 PM on Friday, May 15, at 140 Harrison.

Enjoy readings from a dozen local writers, including a potpourri of fiction,
poetry, memoir, drama, and children’s literature. Presented by the Oak Park Writers’ Group at Eastgate Cafe (102 Harrison).

Enjoy the music of Gilmary Doyle-Andrews at a party celebrating the release of her first CD, “Comes Up Grinnin’.”

Jewelry and clothing from “upcycled” materials are all the rage at this year’s What’s Blooming on Harrison event sponsored by the Oak Park Arts District.

Ridge Art hosts a show of traditional Haitian papier mache carnival masks, bowls and ornaments made by children in Jacmel, Haiti. The artists are a part of the Art Creation Foundation for Children, a non-profit arts organization.

This year’s What’s Blooming on Harrison theme is “It’s Easy being Green.” Learn how through arts, music, speakers and exhibitors in the Oak Park Arts District.

Join us for an arts party in your own backyard! Live music, creative workshops, art shows, delicious food — all on Harrison, an incredible Oak Park arts resource.

Looking for a fun-filled afternoon with your children? Join us at What’s Blooming on Harrison for many family-friendly, hands-on activities on Saturday, May 16, from 12-8 PM.