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Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat noon-4pm
2nd Fridays of the month 6pm-9pm
Art studios are open to the public for all events. |
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View archived events from 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007 |
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2010 Calendar |
| Sun | Apr 24 | 10am-2pm |
RATTLE MAKING WORKSHOP
Presented by Patty McWilliams
Give voice to the sounds and creativity in your soul! $35 for materials. Registration required. |
| Sun | Mar 21| 3-5pm |
ANCIENT CHANTING and DRUMMING
Presented by Patty McWilliams
Renew the spirit, encourage transformation and healing, and leave one feeling peaceful and grounded. $2 donation. Bring a water bottle. You'll get thirsty. This is a no-alcohol event. |
Sat | Mar 13 | 12-2pm
Sat | Apr 10 | 12-2pm
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BRUNCH TO 'DYE' FOR
Presented by Dorita Fuller
Learn to dye a favorite piece of clothing or fabric. Add hand painting and stamping. Bring your own or purchase scarves, socks and other ‘blanks’ onsite. Bring finger food to share (optional) and a colorful attitude (not optional!). Registration preferred
LOCATION: Atelier la Sirene, 3rd floor studio
FEE: $2 for materials |
Fri | Apr 9 | 6-9pm
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USG PRESENTS 'POETIC VOICES' Poetry and Prose Reading
Open to all, youth and young adults especially!
Free. Open to the public.
'Second Friday' Reception
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Fri | Mar 12 | through
Fri | Apr 9 |
VINTAGE EXHIBIT AND SALE
Treasures and trinkets to view and buy
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| Fri | Feb 12 | 6-9pm |
THE POSITIVE IMAGE Regional Contemporary Photography
Free. Open to the public.
'Second Friday' Reception
PREVIEW |
Fri | Jan 15 | through
Fri | Feb 26 |
THE POSITIVE IMAGE Regional Contemporary Photography
Free. Open to the public.
PREVIEW
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| Sat | Jan 23| 12-2pm |
HATS OFF Workshop and Fundraising Event
Meet a one-of-a-kind artist at a one-of-a-kind workshop ! Jill Debardelaben will help you create a unique cocktail hat...then make reservations with the girls! Bring your own materials and purchase a starter kit here. $20 donation. Call ahead to reserve.
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| Sun | Jan 31| 3-5pm |
ANCIENT CHANTING and DRUMMING
Join Studio Artist Patty McWilliams and friends for an afternoon designed to explore the ancient activities of drumming and chanting. These cultural exercises are thought to renew the spirit, encourage transformation and healing, and leave one feeling peaceful and grounded. $2 donation. Bring a water bottle. You'll get thirsty. This is a no-alcohol event. |
Sat | Feb 13 | 12-2pm
Sat | Mar 14| 12-2pm
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BRUNCH TO ‘DYE’ FOR
Presented by Dorita Fuller
Learn to dye a favorite piece of clothing or fabric. Add hand painting and stamping. Bring your own or purchase scarves, socks and other ‘blanks’ onsite. Bring finger food to share (optional) and a colorful attitude (not optional!).
LOCATION: Atelier la Sirene, 3rd floor studio
FEE: $2 for materials |
Sat | Feb 19| 6:30-9pm
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PRAYER BEAD WORKSHOP
Presented by Patty McWilliams
Make your own personal string of prayer beads and learn the rich history of this beautiful craft.
LOCATION: Common Space, 3rd floor
FEE: $65 includes all materials to make one set of prayer beads
CONTACT: Patty at pattymc13@comcast.net or 815.378.9032 |
Fri | Mar 12 | through
Fri | Apr 9 |
IMAGE ATTITUDE IMPRESSION
Free. Open to the public.
Opening Reception
PREVIEW |
| Fri | Mar 12 | 6-9pm |
IMAGE ATTITUDE IMPRESSION
Free. Open to the public.
Opening Reception
PREVIEW |
| Fri | Apr 9 | 6-9pm |
IMAGE ATTITUDE IMPRESSION
Free. Open to the public.
Second Friday Reception
PREVIEW |
| Sat | Apr 16 | 6-9pm |
MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDIO ART EXHIBIT
Free. Open to the Public.
Emerging artists plan the entire exhibit and learn about the business of art along the way. |
| Fri | May 21 | 6-9pm |
HOMEWOOD FLOSSMOOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDIO ART EXHIBIT
Free. Open to the Public.
Emerging artists plan the entire exhibit and learn about the business of art along the way.
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UNION STREET GALLERY GARAGE SALE
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UNION STREET GALLERY GARDEN WALK
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| Mission |
The mission of the Union Street Gallery, a not-for-profit corporation is to encourage and nurture emerging and established artists and be a resource for art appreciation and education to the communities that make up the Chicago Southland.
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| Vision |
Union Street Gallery & Studios is open to all artists, emerging, mid-career and established. The purpose is to support artists by providing a professional environment for the development of creative expression, exhibition opportunities, promotion, and education of artists in the business of art. The goal is to link art with private, business, and educational communities to enhance awareness and education of the arts and culture. |
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