09may11:00 amThe Kindness of Mothers: A Buddhist PerspectiveAt Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago Join in this special Mothers Day talk where we will learn how we can view our mothers in the most meaningful and profound way. KMC Chicago's principal teacher, Gen Zamling, Join in this special Mothers Day talk where we will learn how we can view our mothers in the most meaningful and profound way. KMC Chicago’s principal teacher, Gen Zamling, will share some unique Buddhist insights and practical methods that will help us to deeply appreciate the great kindness of our mothers. A perfect Mother’s Day activity! Everyone welcome. Register yourself and share with your mother for FREE! (Sunday) 11:00 am 11may10:30 am3:00 pmTuesdays at the Krowat Dancing Krow Studio & Social Club The new year is here and we are about to embark on a series of art and exhibit themes under the title “A New Mythology.” Our old models of living, The new year is here and we are about to embark on a series of art and exhibit themes under the title “A New Mythology.” Our old models of living, stories, and archetypes no longer serve humanity. Globally, we are going through a “Rite of Passage” that is necessary for change to occur. Throughout our exhibits this year, the Dancing Krow artists will examine the following aspects of “A New Mythology” through their art-making process: Alone, Division, Remembrance, Vision, and Return. (Tuesday) 10:30 am - 3:00 pm 12may5:00 pm10:00 pm20% off for Seniorsat Trattoria 225 Take 20% off your tab dining during Senior Night at Trattoria 225. Good for delivery and curbside pick up. Take 20% off your tab dining during Senior Night at Trattoria 225. Good for delivery and curbside pick up. (Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 13may8:00 am10:00 amMini MarketAt Rare Bird Preserves Rare Bird Preserves celebrates the flavors of the season with its wonderful vendors and shopping and supporting local with its weekly Mini Market. Come get your fresh farm eggs, Rare Bird Preserves celebrates the flavors of the season with its wonderful vendors and shopping and supporting local with its weekly Mini Market. Come get your fresh farm eggs, meat, produce, RBP pastries, fresh coffee, and specialty beverages! The Mini Market is held in the side alley right by the shop at 211 Harrison St., come check it out! (Thursday) 8:00 am - 10:00 am
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– Thomas Merton
On Harrison Street in Oak Park, you’ll find…
Art Galleries & Studios
Our creative spaces are run by collectives, cooperatives and individual artists. Working studios by day, exhibition spaces and social clubs by night.
Retail Boutiques & Services
Inside and out, our boutiques, salons and wellness centers have you covered, styled and centered! Personalized service is in fashion every day.
Eclectic Restaurants
In the mood for a vegan grain bowl, artisanal preserves, sushi, a wood fired pizza, lobster bisque or apple pie and coffee- you’ve come to the right place.
Local Businesses
The majority of our businesses are owned by residents of Oak Park. Owners and employees are invested professionally and personally in Oak Park.
Classes for Kids & Adults
No matter your age, you can express yourself in the Arts District. Bead weaving, creative writing, acting, painting, dancing, music making, even fish printing!
Commercial & Residential Space
The Oak Park Arts District strives to be a liveable workable neighborhood. Being surrounded by public art is icing on the cake.
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