West Room Opens Doors for New Featured Artists at Ridge Park Art Fair June 13
By Janie McGann Villager Contributor The West Room of the Ridge Park Fieldhouse will display artwork for the first time at the Ridge Park Art Fair and Uprising Solstice Market, which has become an early summer tradition since its inaugural year in 2018. Park officials say adding the West Room space will allow new artists […]
Uprising Summer Solstice Market
The Beverly Area Arts Alliance presents the 10th annual Uprising Summer Solstice Market and Art Festival Sun., June 25, 12 to 5 p.m., Morgan Park Academy, 2153 W. 111th St. The free, family-friendly event showcases 50+ artists exhibiting and selling paintings, prints, photography, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, textile art, children’s activities, music, food and more. […]
Party Celebrates Wirtshafter Exhibit at RHS
Ridge Historical Society (RHS) is so thrilled with its exhibit of works by the late Ethel Wirtshafter featuring her fabulous batiks, they’re putting on a party to draw neighbors in to see it! On Fri., Feb. 8, 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., the doors will be thrown open and all welcomed. “If you appreciate history, color and design, this exhibit is a must-see,” said […]
Know Your Neighbors: Photographer’s Work on Exhibit at Cultural Center
By Abby Johnson Cecil McDonald, Jr. fell in love with photography in college. He was in his final year of undergraduate school studying Fashion Merchandising when he signed up for an introductory class as an elective to pass the time. He’s been hooked ever since. McDonald, a resident of Beverly/Morgan Park for more than two […]
Neighbor You Should Know: Ellen King
By Kristin Boza As parents scramble to find engaging activities for their kids each summer, consider the enchanting Mrs. King’s Art Camp, taught by Ellen King. Since 2012, King’s camp has been a neighborhood staple for kids who wish to learn more about a variety of art mediums. “My aunt, Marybeth Vihon, grew up in […]