Residencies for local and creative entrepreneurs, arts education for youth, and artist-led programming and exhibitions #SouthSideChicago
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Ten years after Arts + Public Life at UChicago began its stewardship of the Arts Block in Washington Park, the Arts Lawn has launched, bringing the space for art, nature and tranquil reflection to the community. ms.spr.ly/60059IBAx
Calling all creatives! The deadline to apply for the 2024 L1 Creative Business Accelerator, Artists-In-Residence, and Performance Residency has been extended to Oct 31! APL will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so apply ASAP!
Right before the Arts Lawn opened, our DAP / EDU students gathered and planted flowers together. It was a wonderful celebratory moment of the summer's collaboration. Stop by the Arts Lawn and see for yourself!
Here are your weekend plans! My Best Friend is Black is an all-Black comedy variety show based in Chicago, giving a platform to new and established comedic performers.
Announcing our first Arts Lawn Grand Opening performer- Kuumba Lynx! Kuumba Lynx is a dynamic Hip Hop collective dedicated to fostering wellness through creative artistry. They empower youth and communities to deeply engage, listen, critically observe, and creatively communicate
One month until the Arts Lawn opening! Start planning who you are coming with now. Over the next few weeks, we will share information about our performers, vendors, and more!
Learn more about the Arts Lawn through the link in our bio!
One month until the Arts Lawn opening! Start planning who you are coming with now. Over the next few weeks, we will share information about our performers, vendors, and more!
Learn more about the Arts Lawn through the link in our bio!
"Rare jewel" color footage of the 1948 Bud Billiken parade rediscovered! 75yr old film recently unearthed by the South Side Home Movie Project showcases the timeless beauty of the uniquely-Black Chicago end-of-summer ritual. ow.ly/61yp50Pz04C
Calling all South Side Creative Entrepreneurs! Applications are now open for the 10th annual Vends + Vibes arts marketplace! Vends+Vibes boosts BIPOC South Side artists! No fees for booth, application, or sales commissions. Apply by Aug 31, 2023. bit.ly/vendsandvibes
Today our L1 Fellows participated in a mentorship seminar on product and brand design with Tanner and Kevin from the Design Museum of Chicago. Make sure you visit them and see what new products they have!
The L1 Retail store will be closed tomorrow, Saturday, July 29th. Visit our Fellows at the Silver Room Black Party today and tomorrow at Oakwood Beach from 12pm-10pm.
#SupportSouthSideArtists
Shani Crowe and Tricia Hersey of The Nap Ministry present an ASMR sound bath of soft spoken word, hair play, and live music for your resting. | Sunday, July 30 · 10:30am - 12pm | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | Register here: ow.ly/6b1G50PhxQc
The vibes were SO GOOD at Good Vibes on Garfield!
Major thanks to all who attended and showed love to our amazing vendors. Keep following them and #SupportSouthSideArtists
New Product alert! L1 Fellow Jamica Harper of Red Elephant Candle Co. has new products at L1! Introducing the MoMent Home Guddz Bath Accessories. These are handmade soap dispensers, soap dishes and toothbrush holders that provide a natural and neutral tone to any setting.
Good Vibes on Garfield is TODAY! 💥 Support South Side artists and creative entrepreneurs. All proceeds go directly to vendors.
See you TODAY at the L1 Retail Store from 1 pm to 6pm. 💚
📍319 E. Garfield Blvd.
#SouthSideArtists #SupportSouthSideArtists #L1Shop #Chicago
Tomorrow the wait is almost over! Good Vibes on Garfield has arrived. 🌟
Wondering who will be there? Visit shopl1.org to see all our vendors!
#SouthSideArtists #SupportSouthSideArtists #L1Shop #Chicago #Garfield #ChicagoNeighborhoods #SummertimeChi
Happening this Sunday: Screening Freedom Film Series: South Side Home Movie Project selections + The Cry of Jazz. Sun, July 16 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts |915 E 60th St. Chicago | Screening Room 201
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2️⃣ days until we see you at Good Vibes on Garfield! 🤩 Pull up and enjoy dope music & phenomenal products and vendors from South Side POC small businesses.
📍 L1 Retail Store 319 E. Garfield Blvd
🗓️ Saturday, July 15th
⏰ 1 pm - 6 pm
#SouthSideArtists #L1Shop #Chicago #APL
That’s right, 3️⃣ more days till the good vibes start! We hope to see you guys there!
Looking for more information? Visit the link in our bio to see all the details!
#SouthSideArtists #SupportSouthSideArtists #L1Shop #Chicago #ChicagoNeighborhoods #SummertimeChi #APL
Save the date! 🗓️ Good Vibes on Garfield is THIS Saturday, July 15th. We’re hosting South Side POC artists and vendors for our summertime arts marketplace. 🖼️
#SouthSideArtists #SupportSouthSideArtists #L1Shop #Chicago #Garfield #ChicagoNeighborhoods #SummertimeChi #APL
