On Sunday, August 4 at 12:30pm, join us in celebrating the legendary children’s folk singer Ella Jenkins and honoring her 100th Birthday at Ella Jenkins Park (333 W. Wisconsin at Sedgwick).
A leading performer of children’s music for over fifty years, Ella Jenkins has been honored by the DuSable Museum of African American History. Affectionately named “The First Lady of the Children’s Folk Songs,” Ella was a recipient of the 2004 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award and has been recognized by many other prestigious arts and culture organizations.
A family-friendly event, there will be music, birthday treats, giveaways, and activities for kids. Sponsored by the Old Town Triangle Association, Church of the Three Crosses, Lincoln Central Association, and Tim Ferrin. RSVP’s requested below.
The Old Town Art Center is currently accepting submissions for exhibits in the Leslie Wolfe Gallery. Exhibits typically run for four weeks and are open to solo and group shows. All exhibits are juried by guest jurors who are artists, gallery owners, instructors and/or community residents. Only two-dimensional works will be accepted.
APPLICATIONS DUE: October 1, 2024
ARTIST NOTIFICATION: November 1, 2024
EXHIBIT DATES: February 2025 – January 2026
APPLICATION FEE: $25/$15 members PAY FEE HERE
COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM HERE
Submit no more than five images of your work and the application fee.
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
• Artist Statement
• Application Fee
• Five images suitable for online publication. Images must be the works you intend to exhibit. In each image title, please include your last name, artwork title, date created, medium and size.
••eg: (Name_Title_2021_pastel_24x32.jpeg)
The Leslie Wolfe Gallery continues to break new ground by offering exhibit space for emerging artists, students, instructors, and established artists. Exhibits are on display for four weeks, kicked off with a weekend reception. The Gallery is named after local artist and community advocate, Leslie Wolfe, who was dedicated to the arts and artists. Her passion is reflected in the jury’s selections each month.
Thursday, July 18 | 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Free | Light refreshments will be served.
Authors Nancy Stevenson and Donna Vos discuss the joys of writing. Stevenson’s first novel, Long Reach will be published shortly. Vos is a published author whose works can be found under the pseudonym “Donna Cousins.”
With over 15 years of experience, Priya found her passion in the subject matter of still life (and occasionally, landscapes). Her love of vibrant color and impasto led her to the Old Masters and the style of impressionism. Through expressive brushstrokes and careful placement of color, Tripathi can portray three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface.
Opening Reception: July 14, 2024, 2 to 4 PM
Exhibition: July 10 to August 7, 2024
Tuesday – Friday 10 to 5
Saturdays 10 to 1
1763 N North Park Ave
B-I-N-G-O! Be there or be a Bingo Square…
Events throughout the greater Old Town area include painter Priya Tripathi’s opening reception at the Leslie Wolfe Gallery (2 – 4 PM), Cafe/Cabaret Cocktail Reception (4 – 6 PM) at the Triangle Center (Menomonee & North Park), kids craft events at the Near North Library on Division, a Pet Fashion Stroll for furry family members at Burton Place, and a showing of the movie, Ratatouille at Ella Jenkins Park (Wisconsin & Sedgwick) at the end of the day. Many local businesses will offer specials to celebrate the holiday.
In 2023, the Old Town Triangle Association and Old Town Merchants & Residents Association “Twinned” with our counterparts in Montmartre. Recognizing the shared history of arts, entertainment, and local food establishments – it seemed a natural connection. With Chicago and Paris having Sister City status, we are following their lead in a more communal fashion. Without set parameters, we are able to offer different options for everyone to participate. If you have any interest, suggestions, questions about how to participate in this “Twinning” effort, feel free to join. We are always looking for ways to celebrate this unique friendship.
You can register and donate below – we recommend $10, but any amount is welcome. Registration is not required, but greatly appreciated as it helps us make a better event for you!
Joseph Taylor is an oil painter, printmaker, and freelance illustrator. He has had a studio in Evanston, Illinois for over 25 years. An award-winning painter and printmaker, he studied art at Indiana University and the School of the Art Institute in Chicago and specializes in large scale oil paintings. Joe teaches painting at The Old Town Triangle Assoc…and he bakes a mean cherry pie.
Reception: Sunday June 30 | 2 – 4 PM
Exhibition: June 4 to July 9, 2024
Joe Taylor will be teaching summer classes at OTTA! For more info, click here.
Oil & Acrylic Painting with Joe Taylor
Tuesdays | June 18 – August 20 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 10 Weeks
Wednesdays | June 19 – August 20 | 6:30 – 9:30 PM | 10 Weeks
Many in the community are invested in the Fern Hill proposal. Here is a list of updates, news, and information regarding questions posed by the Triangle Board and the Historic District Planning and Zoning Committee and the resulting position that was taken.
Wells St Commercial Building Context Draft.
On March 5, 2024, a letter was sent to city officials requesting clarification of certain zoning rules at play in the Fern Hill proposal. To date, city officials have not responded to that letter (click here to view)
The hanging window planters were becoming too difficult to maintain and they were limited to a season. The need to brighten our outdoor space remains. Four new, large planters will help fill the void and provide natural beauty to our setting. These large planters require a great deal more planting resources. Help us create a welcoming adornment for our building by making a donation here!
Join as to hear from John Hall (Goose Island Beer Company), Greg Hall (Virtue Cider) and Fran Tuite (River St. Joe Brewery) will discuss the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship in the craft brewing world. From the very start through today. Register here today!
Samples might be included!
This is part of a regular series of speakers coming to the Triangle Center. Each month (on the third Thursday) different speakers will address topics of interest. Everyone is welcome.
Tickets: $10 / Free for Members.