Go to
Artopedia.org for an inclusive online arts directory for the Oak Park & River Forest communities. This site will allow a student or parent to go online & be greeted by a comprehensive guide encompassing available classes, camps, lessons, & events. We recognize the need for all youth to be engaged in the arts & we want to make all art opportunities easily accessible for you.
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OPAAC's Mission:
Because we believe art is intrinsic to the quality of life in our communities, the Oak Park Area Arts Council celebrates, supports, and promotes artists and arts organizations in Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park. By raising funds for the arts and advocating for policies that promote the arts, we enhance the social, economic and cultural foundations of our communities.
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Thursday, June 22
***Downtown Oak Park presents
Thursday Night Out
through Aug. 31 from5-9 pm on Marion St. between Lake St. & North Blvd. in Oak Park. Info:
www.downtownoakpark.net.
***Bead In Hand, 145 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Flat Spiral Bracelet, a jewelry class from 5-7 pm. Info: www.beadinhand.com.
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Friday, June 23
***Wonder Works, 6445 W. North Ave. in Oak Park, presents
What's Inside? Use your senses of touch, hearing, & sight to discover what's inside a variety of natural & human made objects. Reach inside a box & let your sense of touch tell you what it holds. Shake a container to see if you can tell what's inside just by listening. Look at skeletons & X-rays and take apart toys to see if you can figure out how they work. There also will be magic tricks that you can figure out once you look below the surface. Info:
www.wonder-works.org.
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by Pure Remedy, White Pony, Kelroy, & more at 8:45 pm. Info:
www.wireismusic.com.
***Musician, Mark Dvorak will perform a special free family concert at the Swedish Days Festival in Geneva, IL at 12:30 pm. Info: www.markdvorak.com.
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Saturday, June 24
***Tango 21 Dance Theater presents
Feathers: A Tango Journey
at 7:30 pm at South Bend Civic Theatre, 403 N. Main St. in South Bend, IN. Info:
www.tango21dancetheater.com.
***Pleasant Home, 217 Home Ave. in Oak Park, presents its 4th Annual
June Revel, Fern Extravaganza at 7 pm. Food & spirits, musical entertainment & silent auction. John Hedges, community leader and friend to Pleasant Home, will be honored during the event. Info:
www.pleasanthome.org.
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by Material Issue & Cliff Johnson at 9 pm. Info: www.wireismusic.com.
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Sunday, June 25
***Studio 8, 1125 Garfield in Oak Park, invites you to a Vintage Flea Market
from 10 am-5 pm, weather permitting. Info: 708-665-3145.
***Gallery Pink, 149 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents an Artist Talk from 3-5 pm. Info: 708-648-3131.
***Compound Yellow, 244 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents an opening reception for
Angel Brigade I & II, 2017, an outdoor installation by Katrin Schnabl from 2-5 pm. Info: info@compoundyellow.com.
***Bead In Hand, 145 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Basic Stringing, a jewelry class from 2-5 pm. $50 includes materials. Info: www.beadinhand.com.
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Monday, June 26
***No listings for June 26th.
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Tuesday, June 27
***No listings for June 27th.
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Wednesday, June 28
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series with a showing of The Secret Life Of Pets (PG) at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info: www.classiccinemas.com.
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by Halo Circus, Ruby Rose Fox, & Reckless Order at 7 pm. Info: www.wireismusic.com.
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Thursday, June 29
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents the 3rd Annual Tribute to Legends, a community benefit at 7 pm. Info: www.wireismusic.com.
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Friday, June 30
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Wonder Works, 6445 W. North Ave. in Oak Park, presents
Transportation Works
from 10 am-12 pm. R
ace toy cars down ramps & through tunnels. Let spinning wheels propel toy cars in loop-de-loops. There will be more wooden trains than usual, plus an O-scale model railway. The play dough table will be set up as a construction site, with diggers, dump trucks, & plastic construction workers. Find construction vehicles in the pebble filled pool & in the sandbox.
Info:
www.wonder-works.org.
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by Lex
***Chicago West Community Music Center presents Keep On Pushing, a concert honoring Curtis Mayfield as part of the Legends, The Story Continues series, at 7 pm at the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago. Free. Info: 708-386-5315, www.cwcmc.org.
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Saturday, July 1
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by Jolly Korea, Acceptor, Black Bear Rodeo, & Oops at 7 pm. Info: www.wireismusic.com.
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Sunday, July 2
***Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn, presents live music by DJ 3D, RP Smack, Delta 9, & more at 8 pm. Info: www.wireismusic.com.
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Monday, July 3
***Bead In Hand, 145 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Spiral Rope, a jewelry class from 4-6 pm. $25. Info: www.beadinhand.com.
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Wednesday, July 5
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series with a showing of Monster Trucks (PG) at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info:www.classiccinemas.com.
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The Oak Park Area Arts Council is pleased to present the photography of Jim Krysan, Sidewalks of Oak Park, at the gallery of Village Hall, 123 Madison St. in Oak Park. Jim's work challenges the eye to see all of the intricate & beautiful designs & patterns found in the sidewalks all around town. Jim's show will be up until the end of June. Village Hall is open 8:30 am-5 pm, Mon.- Fri. Info: 708-358-5692.
 ***The Oak Park Area Arts Council is pleased to presents the Village of Oak Park's 6th Annual Sculpture Walk 2017 through Sept. 4. The sculptures are installed along Harrison Street in the Arts District from Austin to Ridgeland Ave. Visitors can download a free app to their smartphone, Otocast, & go on the walk.
***The Oak Park Area Arts Council is proud to present an exhibit by Expressions Graphics at the Oak Park Township Senior Services dining room, 105 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park, through July. Info: 708-358-5692.
***Artist Kathleen Waterloo presents
On Track
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Addington Gallery, 704 N. Wells St. in Chicago, through Jun. 30. Info: www.addingtongallery.com.
***Park Art Center, 9 E. Park Blvd. in Villa Park, presents
iPhone Once a Day, Every Day, an exhibit by Paul Elledge through Jul. 1. Info: 630-501-1455.
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After 14 years Harrison Works Art Gallery, 17 Harrison St. in Oak Park, is going out of business.
They will also be open Thurs.-Sun. from 1-6 pm & by appointment until Jul. 21. There will be a special closing event on Jul. 21 from 6-10 pm.
***Gallery Pink, 149 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Dark Matter, an exhibit by
Janice Elkins, Gina Lee Robbins, & Richard Shipps through Jul. 2. Info: 708-648-3131.
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Oak Park Festival Theatre presents
Macbeth
through
Jul. 22
in Austin
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Macbeth
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Peer Pressure & Collaboration
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Are you looking for fun & family friendly things to do? The Park District of Oak Park can help you out!
Info:
www.oakparkartsdistrict.com.
***The Back Room, a gathering place for storytelling, will be held every 3rd Sunday from 7:30-9 pm at Connolly's Public House, 1109 South Blvd. in Oak Park. Hosted by Margaret Burk & Peter LeGrand. $10 at the door. Info: 708-613-5905,
www.connollyspublichouse.com.
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Along the Shore
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***The Oak Park Art League presents
Along the Shore - Reflections of a Journey, an exhibit by Jeff Anderson at the West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Ct. in Oak Park, through Aug. 1. Free parking, open to the public. Info: 708-386-9853.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, presents
Resistance Architecture, an adaptable structure intended for political encampments, designed in reference to student "survival" dorms at Wright's Taliesin West School of Architecture, through the end of October. Info: 708-386-9853.
***The Oak Park Art League presents its Summer Artist Member Series with an exhibit by Fran Sampson, Michele Silvetti-Schmitt, & Janet Talbot at Prairie Title Services, 6821 W. North Ave. in Oak Park, through Aug. 31. Info: 708-386-9853.
***Chicago West Community Music Center presents Legends, The Story Continues through Aug. 25 at the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago, from 7-9 pm. Free.
***Open Door Repertory Company, 902 S. Ridgeland in Oak Park, presents
It Don't Just...Shake Off
by playwright McKinley Johnson through Jul. 23. Info:
www.opendoortheater.net.
***Wonder Works, 6445 W. North Ave. in Oak Park, presents
Beginner's Art Studio on Mon. & Wed.-Sat. from 10:30-4:30 pm, and Sun. from 12:30-4:30 pm;
Paint Covered Wednesdays from 10:30 am-4:30 pm;
Liter Artly on Wed. at 3:30 pm,
Shadow Puppet Story Times on Mon. & Fri. at 11:30 am. Info: 708-383-4815,
www.wonder-works.org.
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Her Voice
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***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Her Voice, an exhibit of women printmakers through Jun. 30. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***The Parent Art Therapy Group meets every third Tuesday at Magical Minds Studio, 343 Harrison St. in Oak Park, at 6:30 pm. Run by a certified art therapist to provide support & ideas to parents of children with special needs. Please call in advance to attend. 708-948-7934,
www.magicalmindsstudio.com.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, presents its SUNDAY FIGURE DRAWING drop-in sessions from 1 to 4 p.m, with a live model. Bring your own art supplies & paper. Fee is $10 for OPAL
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Labyrinth
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***Dancing Krow Studio, 43 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Labyrinth, an art exhibit through Jul. 18. Info: 708-601-7497.
***River Forest
Public Library, 735 Lathrop Ave. in River Forest, presents an art exhibit by Gayle Yeatman Fisher through
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June. Gayle
was born & educated in Chicago and practiced law for almost 20 years before following her dream of becoming an artist. Sheis also the author & illustrator of a children's book, Three Moo Cows. Info: 708-366-5205.
***Magic Tree Bookstore, 141 N. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park, presents a Bilingual Storytime with Rosie Camargo every Thursday at 10:30 am. Info: 708-848-0770.
***The Zen Life & Meditation Center, 38 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents Free Meditation on Mondays-Fridays from 6-7 am, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6-6:45 pm and Sundays from 9-10 am followed by a dharma talk with discussion. Info:
www.zlmc.org.
***Oak Park Public Library, 834 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents Toddler Tales, a story time for 2-3 year olds on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30, and Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:30 am. A library card is required to attend. Info: 708-383-8200.
***Oak Park Public Library, 834 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents a Toddler Playgroup for 2-3 year olds on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11 am. Info: 708-383-8200.
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Upcoming
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Western Marbling, a class with Claire Reynes on
Jul. 6 from 6-8 pm. $45/$40 members. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***The Oak Park Festival Theatre & Pleasant Home presents
The Amish Project by Jessica
***16th Street Theater invites you to
B.A.S.H., a 10th year anniversary benefit on
Jul. 9 from 1-4 pm at FitzGerald's, 6615 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn. Food, drink, toast to 10 years. Performances by Elizabeth Berg, Tony Fitzpatrick, Minita Gandhi, Rohina Malik, Arlene Malinowski & more. Live music by The Luna Blues Machine. Info:
https://boxofficex.printtixusa.com/16thstreet/donate?w=BASH
***The Lake Theater, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its First Tuesday Film Club on Jul. 11 with a screening of After the Storm at 10 am, 12 & 7 pm. Admission is $6 matinee & seniors/$8.50 evening. Info: www.classiccinemas.com.
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series on
Jul. 12 with a showing of
Trolls (PG) at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info:
www.classiccinemas.com.
***City Ventures presents
Chicago Riverwalk Part II
, an escorted tour of Chicago's Riverwalk, Chicago Water Taxi North Branch of the Chicago River, & lunch on Jul. 13 from 9 am-4 pm. Includes deluxe transportation. Info: 708-386-5668.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Intro to Hand Papermaking, a class with Claire Reynes on
Jul. 13 from 6-8 pm. $45/$40 members. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents T-Shirts for Kids, a class on Jul. 15 from 1-3 pm. For ages 9 & up. $35/$30 members. Info: 708-447-9262, www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***Studio 8, 1125 Garfield in Oak Park, invites you to a Vintage Flea Market on Jul. 16 from 10 am-5 pm, weather permitting. Info: 708-665-3145.
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series on Jul. 19 with a showing of Sing (PG) at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info:
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Long Stitch Bookbinding, a class with Claire Reynes on
Jul. 20 from 6-8 pm. $45/$40 members. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Making
Mandalas, a class for adults with Elaine Luther on
Jul. 22 from 2-4 pm. $35/$30 members. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series on
Jul. 26 with a showing of
Rock Dog (PG) at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info:
www.classiccinemas.com.
***Oak Park Festival Theatre presents
The Fair Maid of the West
from
Jul. 27-Sept. 2
in Austin Gardens, 167 Forest Ave. in Oak Park
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Info: www.oakparkfestival.com.
***Chicago West Community Music Center presents
The Soul of Broadway, Blacks on the Great White Way, a concert on
Jul. 28 featuring Felton Offard & guests as part of the
Legends, The Story Continues series, at 7 pm at the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago. Free. Info: 708-386-5315,
www.cwcmc.org.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Hand Papermaking and Pulp Painting, a class for kids ages 6-13 with Claire Reynes on
Jul. 29 from 9 am-12 pm. $45/$40 members. Info: www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***The Lake Theater, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its First Tuesday Film Club on
Aug. 1
with a screening of Chocolat
at 10 am, 12 & 7 pm. Admission is $6 matinee & seniors/$8.50 evening. Info:
www.classiccinemas.com.
***The Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St. in Oak Park, presents its Wednesday Morning Movie Series on
Aug. 2 & 9 with a surprise movie at 10 am (doors open at 9 am). Costumed characters will be on hand to greet movie-goers, fun & games before the show. $1 admission. Info:
www.classiccinemas.com.
***Friends of the Oak Park Public Library invite you to the Annual Book Fair at Oak Park & River Forest High School, 201 N. Scoville in Oak Park, on
Aug. 4 & 5.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Hand Papermaking and Pulp Painting, a class for kids ages 6-13 with Claire Reynes on
Aug. 12 from 1-4 pm. $45/$40 members. Info:
www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents
Hand Papermaking and Pulp Painting, a class for kids ages 6-13 with Claire Reynes on
Aug. 13 from 1-4 pm. $45/$40 members. Info:
www.expressionsgraphics.org.
***Studio 8, 1125 Garfield in Oak Park, invites you to a Vintage Flea Market on Aug. 20, Sep. 10 & Oct. 8 from 10 am-5 pm, weather permitting. Info: 708-665-3145.
***Chicago West Community Music Center presents
Westside Blues, A Celebration of the Blues on the Westside of Chicago, a concert on
Aug. 25 featuring Larry Taylor & the Soul Blues Healers as part of the
Legends, The Story Continues series, at 7 pm at the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago. Free. Info: 708-386-5315,
www.cwcmc.org.
***City Ventures presents Autumn Splendor in Door County, an overnight tour from Oct. 10-12. Info: 708-386-5668.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, presents Art for Social Change: We Are Enough, an exhibit exploring body image to promote body-positive attitudes from Oct. 13-Nov. 3. An opening reception will be held Oct. 13 from 7-9 pm. Info: 708-386-9853.
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Calling All Artists
***The Garfield Park Conservatory Artist in Residence Program invites one Chicago-based artist to adopt the 14 acres of public indoor & outdoor gardens & private propagation greenhouses as .a site for investigation, research & inspiration for new works. Deadline is Jul. 10. Info:
https://garfieldconservatory.org/artist-in-residence-program-apply/.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, is seeking submissions for
Drawn to Detail, an exhibit to open on Jul. 14. Looking for 2- & 3-D work that focuses on
the detail within the given media. Not limited to traditional drawing & painting, detail can be found through the photographer's lens, the mark on a copper printing plate, a stitched knot or the intimate scene in a sketchbook. Accepted work includes that which focuses on the minutiae of the subject, media or other element of the subject. Drop off work from Jul. 8-12. Info: 708-386-9853.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, is seeking submissions for Heat, an exhibit to open Aug. 11. The Art League challenges artists to offer their homage to "heat," in any iteration: subject matter, materials or tone. Drop off work from Aug. 5-9. Info: 708-386-9853.
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For this year's juried women's exhibition, Oakton Community College invites professional artists of all media, including performance artists, who self-identify as women, to submit a single work that thoughtfully examines the relationship between women & anger. Submissions may focus on women in the United States or globally, may have either a contemporary or historical context, & may focus on issues related to women & anger in either the public or private sphere.
No Fee. Submissions must arrive at the Koehnline Museum of Art by Aug. 1. Info: http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/calls-for-artists/call-entries-women-artists-3.
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River Grove Unwined is seeking local art vendors
at the Gazebo 2nd Annual Event on Sept. 17 from 2-6 pm. Wine tasting, food, music and shop! No vendor costs. Info: Tina Lilly lillyhome2415@outlook.com
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Oak Park Concert Chorale
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The Oak Park Concert Chorale is holding auditions for its
2017-2018 season. This season, their 37th, will feature performances of compositions ranging from the renaissance to the 21st century as well as works commissioned by the Chorale. Seeking singers for all voice parts. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings from 7:30-9:30 pm in Forest Park. To schedule an audition: 847-420-9200, www.oakparkconcertchorale.org.
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Attention Artists! The Village of Maywood's Beautification Committee is looking for art donations or loans to help create a Peace & Earth Garden. The location for the garden is the empty lot at 17th and Madison in Maywood. If you have something to donate or would like to get involved with Maywood's beautification efforts, please contact:Commissioner Tywanna Grace-Rand at
t.rand@hotmail.com.
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The International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) is teaming up with
New Music Detroit
to find the final piece for their shared program for
New Music Gathering
2017 at Bowling Green State University. ICE is particularly interested in works that include percussion, piano, voice and/or flute for this event but since ICEcommons.org is an often-used resource for programming at ICE, the ensemble recommends adding information about all of your works to the platform. Info: www.ICEcommons.org.
***The Michael Teolis Singers is holding auditions by appointment. To schedule an auditions, please call
773-274-9696
or email auditions@MTSingers.org.
***Culturehall, a curated digital artist registry, invites artists working in all disciplines to participate in an open call for applications. Info:
http://culturehall.com/apply.html.
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Artists & crafters are wanted for local boutique. Call or stop by the Oak Park Women's Exchange, 839 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park, for more information. Info: 708-848-4693.
***Artists, are you looking for jobs, call for artists, auditions, etc.? Be sure to check out the Chicago Artist Coalition at www.chicagoartistsresource.org.
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Printmakers Wanted: Reasonably priced rental fee gives you access to 3 presses, screen, a book press, and a print paper arts cooperative where you can show your work during exhibits. Expressions Graphics is an established center for printmakers with more than 30 years of experience. Expressions Graphics is located in the Harrison Street Art District in Oak Park. Info: Janet Schill
708-447-9262.
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Classes/Camps
***Intuit Dance, 237 Harrison St. in Oak Park, is offering Summer Dance
Camps. Info:
www.intuitdance.org.
***Expressions Graphics, 29 Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents Summer Classes for kids & adults. Info: 708-447-9262.
***Registration is now open for Adult Continuing Education courses at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Info: 312-629-6170, www.saic.edu/ace.
***Ovation Academy, 126 N. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park, is offering several
 camps:
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Session 2:
Aladdin
for ages 5-7 (half day, 9 am-12 pm) & ages 8-15 (full day, 9 am-3 pm) from Jul. 10-21.
-Session 3: Aladdin for ages 5-7 (half day, 9 am-12 pm) & ages 8-15 (full day, 9 am-3 pm) from Jul. 24-Aug. 4.
-Session 4: Show Choir Intensive for ages 12-17 from Aug. 7-10, 2:30-5 pm.
***Park Art Center, 9 E. Park Blvd. in Villa Park, presents a
Creative Kid's Summer Art Program
. Each week students will work on a different project. Drawing, cartooning, mixed media, & 3D sculpture making. $120 per week. Info: 630-501-1455, www.parkartcenter.org.
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***St. John Choristers Annual Children's Choir Day Camp will be held Jul. 24-Aug. 4 for children in 2nd grade & up. Camp is Mon.-Fri. from 8 am-6 pm. Cost is $200 & includes breakfast, snacks & activities. Info: 847-420-9200,
www.stjohnforestpark.org.
***Taleblazers, 331-B Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents Ssssst! Filipino Heritage Camp (a story & language camp) from Jun. 26-30, 9 am-12 pm for ages 7-11. $180. Info: 708-317-TALE.
***Taleblazers, 331-B Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents Girl Power Camp from Jul. 10-14, 9 am-12 pm for ages 10-15. $180. Info: 708-317-TALE.
***Taleblazers, 331-B Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents Mighty Short Story Camp from Jul. 24-28, 9 am-12 pm for ages 10-15. $175. Info: 708-317-TALE.
***Taleblazers, 331-B Harrison St. in Oak Park, presents Recipe for Adventure from Jul. 31-Aug 4, 9 am-12 pm for ages 7-10. $180. Info: 708-317-TALE.
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, presents Summer Art Camps. Info: 708-386-9853, www.oakparkartleague.org.
***Expressions Graphics is offering a packed
***Oak Park Education Foundation presents its BASE Camp from Jun. 19-Jul. 14 for 1st-8th graders from any school. Registration is open now. Info: lbruce@opef.org, www.opef.org.
***Local musician, Mark Dvorak will be teaching some classes at the Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago.
Info: www.oldtownschool.org.
***Pottery Wheel Classes with Mary Dye on Thurs. evenings & Tues. mornings at Terra Incognito Studios & Gallery, 246 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park. Beginners: learn to throw basic forms such as cups, bowls, & vases. Advanced/Intermediate: perfect your skills with covered jars, teapots, casseroles, pasta bowls & sculptural altered pots. All your work will be safe for food as well as ovenproof, dishwasher & microwave safe. Our teaching studio is supportive & welcoming. Both studio & gallery are the largest & finest in the Western Suburbs & beyond. A hidden treasure in the heart of Oak Park. For more info, class schedule, photos & registration go to www.terraincognitostudios.com.
***Winifred Haun, from Winifred Haun & Dancers, teaches Basic Modern Dance on Tuesday nights at 6 pm at the Lou Conte Dance Studio at Hubbard St. Dance Center, 1147 W. Jackson in Chicago, for teen & adult dancers. Info:
http://www.hubbardstreetdance.com/loucontedancestudio.
***Terra Incognito, 246 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, presents Making Pottery on the Potter's Wheel and Jewelry Design/Making, classes for adults. Classes are usually multi-level & are small, allowing the instructor to work with each student. Students may continue to work independently, outside of class during Open Studio time. The studio is also offering Kid's Clay classes for children 5-8 years of age on Saturday mornings from 10-11 am for 6 weeks for $100.
Info:
www.terraincognitostudios.org,
708-383-6228.
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Misc.
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Into a Myth
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***Hanging Hearts' new album, Into a Myth is now available on CD, vinyl & digital download.
***Chicago West Community Music Center went to China this April 2017 for a cultural & educational exchange tour. This video captures a little of their wonderful tour. Click HERE..
***Forefront (formerly the Donors Forum) has a host of upcoming seminars that are being offered to non profits members. Please
***The Oak Park Community Relations Commission is looking for groups to join this year's July 4th Parade. Application online at www.oak-park.us/our-community/specialevents. The parade committee is also looking for volunteers to help with traffic control. For more, call 708-358-5407 or email community@oak-park.us.
***Check out this video from Cole DeGenova's performance at The Bass Rail in Fort Wayne, IN. It is called
We Broke
. Click
HERE
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***Local artist, Margot McMahon has published a book,
The Gift of Art: Sculpture Ventures for Young Artists
. The book is available at The Book Table in Oak Park. Info:
www.margotmcmahon.com.
***If you would like to hear the fabulous Mark Dvorak in concert, be sure to take a look at his website for upcoming performances, www.markdvorak.com.
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Do you know about the Park Art Center in Villa Park? Click on the LINK and see what is going on!
***The Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park, is looking for volunteers for an Art Gallery Hostess & an Art Gallery Guest Reception. Info: 708-386-9853.
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Do you know about the National Center for Arts Research? Take a look here and find out what is going on.
***Dominican University Performing Arts Center invites you to subscribe & save before single tickets to their performances goes on sale. Info: 708-488-5000,
www.events.dom.edu.
***Traci's House, 128 Harrison St. in Oak Park, is a clubhouse for girls 2nd-12th grades offering educational & fun-filled classes and book & movie clubs. Info: 708-341-4927,
www.tracishouse.com.
***The Chicago Artists Resource is proud to present its Survival Guide, a video series covering fundamental skills necessary for artists in any discipline. Info:
http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/.
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John Milan teaches children & adults the joy of music through drums, harmonica & beginning piano lessons. He has over 25 years experience teaching individual, parent/ child & group classes, as well as music enrichment programs in both the Oak Park/River Forest area. A number of his students have won awards & have established careers in music. Whether you leave his studio a rock star or not, you will learn the joy of music!
Info:
John, call 708-612-7529
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Studio Space for Rent
***Studio space is available, at 47 W. Harrison St. in the corner store front, for one with two other artists (painters). The lease runs until the end of April. The cost is $170 per month. Electricity is not included. Please contact Nick Bridge, 708-703-7224.
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The next e-ART will be for
DEADLINE for submissions is
MONDAY, JULY 3rd.
Please be sure to include event, date, time, location with address, contact phone number or website, cost, etc.
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