Shout out to artists/dancers/musicians/businesses
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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.

Home » 4. In the News

Chicago Hip, Right in Oak Park’s Arts District (Wednesday Journal, 7/8/09)

Submitted by libbey_paul on Thursday, 9 July 2009

outside-night“Only place in town you’ll hear Morrissey,” a Friday night bar regular will tell you about Briejo, the newest restaurant in the Oak Park Arts District and hands-down the hippest dining spot around.

It’s blue jeans meets black tie, says Brigette Lytle - “Brie” - of the place with a soundtrack that includes Brit pop, underground American roots music, and up-and-coming artists from as far as Australia.

And this place is a fusion of Chicago’s Tomboy, The Room, South, and Speakeasy Supper Club, says Jody André - “jo.”  Read more of this article in the 7/8/09 Wednesday Journal Online.