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.
Read the full story »Descriptions of the businesses, galleries, and restaurants you’ll find in the arts district.
We have many district-wide events – Art Festivals, Third Friday Gallery Walks, Celebrations and Retreats!
Many of our member galleries and business have exhibitions, events, and classes throughout the year.
Read what the press has to say about the Oak Park Arts District and our members.
Public announcements and notices from our individual members and/or association.
Submit your ukulele artwork to Wonderwall’s 2nd annual juried art show. Deadline is 4/25. Photo: Yellow Submarine George Harrison Playing Ukulele by Jeff Elbel from the 2009 show.
This fundraiser benefits a Chicago nonprofit that provides educational opportunities to children who miss school because of their need for extended medical treatment. View the collection of work from the students of Snow City Arts.
This beautiful blanket created by Pamela Penney Textile Arts and participating artists will be auctioned off to benefit Sarah’s Inn.
Ridge Art will host local author and artist Stephanie Rose Bird during the opening night of Holiday Lights. She will be signing her new book A Healing Grove.
Director Diane VanDerhei has humorously interpreted both the first and second acts of the traditional ballet.
Janice Elkins will be showing her latest exhibit “THE FIGURE AS ICON” at Gallery Pink with an opening reception on Sunday, October 18, from 2-5 PM.
Sarah’s Inn gives battered women the tools to take control
By BOB SKOLNIK
Contributing Reporter
Six years ago, Amy was at a low point in her life. Her husband of eight years had been hitting her, pushing her …
Friday 2nd
5-9pm
Burgers, Beers and Bands
Fabulous organic burgers, B.Y.O.B and live music!
6:30-8:30pm
Prophet’s of the Elk Band
7-9pm
Tarot card readings with Errol
Saturday 3rd
5-9pm
Burgers, Beers and Bands
Fabulous organic burgers, B.Y.O.B and live music!
6-8:30pm
Greg Reish—Old Tyme Country
www.oldtymestrings.com
Monday, 5th
6-8pm
Tarot Readings with …
Please join us either Friday evening, October 16, or Saturday afternoon, October 17, for an interesting demonstration on wearing and using kanga cloths and for more information about eco-safari excursions in Tanzania. Bring your friends.
By Jessica Pierce
If the change in seasons and the dour economy have you a little down, you might want to head to Oak Park for a creative pick-me-up during ArtRageous, a new 10-day art festival.
The …