ART ON HARRISON - our annual fall art show
Sat, 3/07/10 – 18:52 | Comments Off

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
The street will be lined with luminaries as galleries & stores stay open with special guests and events.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
More than 50 artists will be exhibiting along the sidewalk.
Live Music and Dance performances …

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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!
“Upcycled” Fashion at What’s Blooming
Sunday, 10 May, 2009 – 21:05 | Comments Off
“Upcycled” Fashion at What’s Blooming

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.

Traditional Haitian Art at Ridge Art
Sunday, 10 May, 2009 – 16:15 | Comments Off
Traditional Haitian Art at Ridge Art

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.

Dine Oak Park!
Friday, 1 May, 2009 – 20:17 | Comments Off

Check out the new DineOakPark.com website for great May deals at local restaurants, including our own Buzz Cafe, Trattoria 225 and Briejo. Want free dinner for your kids? How about a dessert on the house? Or that second wood-fired pizza?

Easter Egg-Art Hunt Event a Success!
Wednesday, 15 Apr, 2009 – 2:58 | Comments Off
Easter Egg-Art Hunt Event a Success!

The Oak Park Arts District hosted its 2nd annual Easter event on Friday, 4/10. Over 200 children and their families attended the event on Harrison Street between Austin and Ridgeland. Read more…

Easter EGG-Art Hunt - 4/10 (1-3 PM)
Thursday, 2 Apr, 2009 – 11:00 | Comments Off
Easter EGG-Art Hunt - 4/10 (1-3 PM)

Join us for a creative family adventure. Includes a photo with the Easter Bunny and an opportunity to decorate paper Easter eggs.

April Events at Buzz Cafe
Tuesday, 31 Mar, 2009 – 23:27 | Comments Off

Wednesday, 1st
7-9pm
Oak Park PALs
a peace group that will work to inform people in the community by showing documentaries and hosting speakers.
7-9pm
Spirituality Cafe
Discussion on Race, Religion and Putting an End to Racism, Sponsored by the Bahai’s …

Moon Whispers Intention Doll Workshop - 3/21
Monday, 16 Mar, 2009 – 14:21 | Comments Off
Moon Whispers Intention Doll Workshop - 3/21

Intention Doll Workship - Spring Equinox Offering
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2009, from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM - Fee: $65
Come laugh, play and emerge more deeply into a more authentic sense of who you are becoming!

Children’s Summer Dance & Costume Camp - Enroll Now!
Saturday, 14 Mar, 2009 – 7:58 | Comments Off

Enroll today in Dance & Costume Camp, a unique and creative performing arts experience combining costume design and dance. Intuit Dance and Pamela Penney Textile Arts are joining forces to offer this exciting camp during the week of July 13-17.

Children’s Summer Art Camp - Enroll Now!
Saturday, 14 Mar, 2009 – 7:41 | Comments Off

Enroll your children in the Oak Park Arts District’s Summer Art Camp and give them the opportunity to expand their skills with professional artists through dance, mixed-media, glasswork, beading, culinary arts, fiber arts, print-making, origami and more! There are two 2-week sessions: June 15-26 or August 10-21.

Come Celebrate Spring with Us! - 3/20
Saturday, 14 Mar, 2009 – 6:54 | Comments Off
Come Celebrate Spring with Us! - 3/20

Join us on Friday, March 20, as the Oak Park Arts District creatively welcomes in the long overdue spring season.  Every third Friday, we keep our doors open late so you can join our art …