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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Be sure to check out our Calendar of Events for upcoming activities in the Arts District!
St. Patrick’s Day on Harrison (3-17-10)
Thursday, 11 Mar, 2010 – 1:26 | Comments Off

BUZZ CAFE presents:
Oak Park PALs
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

A peace group that works to inform the community by showing documentaries and hosting speakers.
905 S. Lombard Street

Click HERE for the Buzz’s calendar.

EASTGATE CAFE:

102 Harrison Street

March 19 - Third Friday Gallery Walk
Tuesday, 9 Mar, 2010 – 16:10 | Comments Off

As with every third Friday, restaurants and galleries will be open.   There will also be a various special events taking place throughout the district, some of which are listed below.  So, please…. eat, drink and …

Call for Artists & Vendors - What’s Blooming on Harrison - May 22, 2010
Tuesday, 2 Mar, 2010 – 19:33 | Comments Off
Call for Artists & Vendors - What’s Blooming on Harrison - May 22, 2010

The Oak Park Arts District is now accepting applications for artists and vendors to participate in the annual What’s Blooming on Harrison street event which takes place on May 21-22, 2010.

New Class Schedule at Pamela Penney Textile Arts
Saturday, 13 Feb, 2010 – 3:58 | Comments Off

New classes in Felting, Knitting, Dying and a ‘Tween Open Sewing Studio on Friday afternoons at Pamela Penney Textile Arts February through May 2010!

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!

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.

“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 …

Buzz Café December Events
Wednesday, 2 Dec, 2009 – 14:05 | Comments Off
Buzz Café December Events

Check out how busy the Buzz is in December - from Bible study to Mind Tango, Farmer’s Market Band to Ella Gill acoustic guitar.

Children’s Summer Art Camp and “No School Day” Camps-2010
Tuesday, 1 Dec, 2009 – 16:58 | Comments Off
Children’s Summer Art Camp and “No School Day” Camps-2010

Enroll your children in the Oak Park Arts District’s Summer Art Camp and give them the opportunity to expand their art skills with professional artists through dance and movement, mixed-media, glasswork, beading, painting, culinary arts, fiber arts, print-making, yoga and more.

Artisans at Gallery Pink - through December
Tuesday, 17 Nov, 2009 – 17:15 | Comments Off
Artisans at Gallery Pink - through December

See the works of a group of very talented artisans: pottery, jewelry, photography, sculptures, prints, paintings and more.