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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Be sure to check out our Calendar of Events for upcoming activities in the Arts District!
Val’s Halla Records Celebrates 38 Years!
Wednesday, 14 Jul, 2010 – 20:29 | Comments Off
Val’s Halla Records Celebrates 38 Years!

Special events this month at Val’s Halla, 239 W. Harrison Street:
Friday, Julyl 16TH:  BILL VERMETTE  will be at Val’s Halla at 7:00 p.m. Apart from his fame as a former employee of Val’s …

Photography at the Kids Summer Art Camps!
Sunday, 11 Jul, 2010 – 18:45 | Comments Off

KIDS SUMMER ART CAMPS
Photography 101 (ages 12 and up)
Tuesdays & Saturdays 9-11 AM
July 20, 24, 27 & 31st
Learn how to create beautiful art and self expression through photography.  In this class, you will learn the …

BEAD in HAND - July events
Wednesday, 7 Jul, 2010 – 22:09 | Comments Off

JULY 16 – 26 DAKOTA STONES TRUNK SHOW
We’re hosting a trunk show of semi-precious beads with the same vendor who supplies our Stone of the Month selections.  This week-and-a-half long show promises to offer unique …

Help celebrate the 70th Birthday of John Lennon - call for artists!
Wednesday, 7 Jul, 2010 – 21:09 | Comments Off
Help celebrate the 70th Birthday of John Lennon - call for artists!

Liz Gaylord, in conjunction with Harrison Works, announces a call for entries for “The John Lennon 70th Birthday” art show.  This will be a juried, group art exhibit and sale opening  Thursday, October 7th, 1-7 …

Seeking studio partner….
Saturday, 3 Jul, 2010 – 19:42 | Comments Off

Calypso Moon Studio is looking for a studio partner to share the space, rent, and energy of Calypso Moon Studio, 331 B Harrison St. Your share of the rent would be $300. For that you …

Third Friday Gallery Walk - June 18th
Friday, 18 Jun, 2010 – 14:50 | Comments Off

This is a night when most of the galleries are open late.   It’s the perfect time to have a nice dinner and then walk along Harrison Street to see what’s new.
Below is a preview…
Art Camp …

Garden Spirits - June 26th
Thursday, 10 Jun, 2010 – 20:11 | Comments Off
Garden Spirits - June 26th

Ridge Art has been invited to do an installation of Haitian metal sculpture in a garden that will be highlighted during the 2010 Garden Walk in Oak Park and River Forest. We will …

June calendar for Creative Changes, 140 Harrison Street
Monday, 7 Jun, 2010 – 17:07 | Comments Off

JUNE

3 Barbara Roman (Featured Guest)
Relationship Marketing

5 Bike Class-Wheel Building

8 Bike Class-Rim & Disc Brakes

12 Bike Class-Derailleurs, Chains & Cables

15 Bike Class
Bottom Bracket Facing & Overhaul

18 Third Friday Personal Victory
Celebration (share stories & pot luck)

22 Bike …

June classes at Bead in Hand, 145 Harrison
Monday, 7 Jun, 2010 – 17:00 | Comments Off
June classes at Bead in Hand, 145 Harrison

Tuesday, June 8, Bead Crochet Rope. With a steel crochet hook, nylon cord and beads, create a flexible rope that makes a great bracelet or necklace, especially when paired with a handcrafted bead. You do …

June schedule for the Buzz Cafe
Monday, 7 Jun, 2010 – 16:48 | Comments Off

Buzz Cafe, 905 S. Lombard Ave.,  708-524-2899

Tuesday, 1st
6am
Bible Study, all are welcome

Wednesday, 2nd
7-9pm
Oak Park PALs
a peace group that works to inform the
community by showing documentaries and hosting speakers.

Thursday, 3rd
7-8:30pm
Mind Tango—join the newest …