Shifting Perspectives: Spring 2025 Teen Arts Showcase
Shifting Perspectives is more than a showcase; it’s a glimpse into the young creative minds shaping the future of the arts.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 9 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 10 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.
Celebrating All Who Mother
Arts + Public Life invites you to Celebrating All Who Mother—a joyful afternoon honoring care in all its forms.
Arts Block Tour
You're invited to take a walking tour of all four venues managed by Arts + Public Life: Arts Incubator, Green Line Performing Arts Center, L1 Retail Store, and the Arts Lawn.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 16 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 17 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 23 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
Re-Writing the Declaration (Fri)
Catalyzed by the Movement for Black Lives, Re-Writing the Declaration is a devised, participatory play inviting audiences to center Black women, and femmes, nonbinary, and trans folx of color, in order to free us all.
May 24 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
Re-Writing the Declaration (Sat)
Catalyzed by the Movement for Black Lives, Re-Writing the Declaration is a devised, participatory play inviting audiences to center Black women, and femmes, nonbinary, and trans folx of color, in order to free us all.
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 30 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 31 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
MELONCHOLIA: A Black Rage Ritual
A fruit-filled communal rage room to shake, smash, speak, feel, and air out what ails us. Let your anger move you.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
Vends + Vibes
Join us for Vends + Vibes on the Arts Lawn in Washington Park's premier arts + culture green space, Saturday, June 14, 2025. Enjoy vibrant vibes with DJs, bands, and live performances while supporting incredible South Side talent. Find the perfect gifts for yourself and your friends!
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
The Legacy Project
At its core, Dandelions: Gods Don’t Cry is about resilience, transformation, and self-acceptance.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.
May 3 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
May 2 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
April 26 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
April 25 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
EXPO Presents: South Side Night
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
April 19 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton Exhibition Opening
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton
April 18 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook. Led by teaching artists Shanta Nurullah, Zahra Baker, Angel Bat Dawid and Julian Otis, Fireflies is a place for families to gather on Saturday mornings for music and fun on the Arts Block.
April 11 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe Screening and Discussion
We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe: Film screening and conversation with director Fred Kudjo Kuwornu
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook. Led by teaching artists Shanta Nurullah, Zahra Baker, Angel Bat Dawid and Julian Otis, Fireflies is a place for families to gather on Saturday mornings for music and fun on the Arts Block.
April 5 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
April 4 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook. Led by teaching artists Shanta Nurullah, Zahra Baker, Angel Bat Dawid and Julian Otis, Fireflies is a place for families to gather on Saturday mornings for music and fun on the Arts Block.
March 29 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
L1 Retail Store Grand Re-Opening Reception
Arts + Public Life is proud to announce the grand reopening of the L1 Retail Store and to welcome Peter Gaona’s Reformed School back to the Arts Block as the 2025 Entrepreneur-in-Residence.
March 28 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.
South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook. Led by teaching artists Shanta Nurullah, Zahra Baker, Angel Bat Dawid and Julian Otis, Fireflies is a place for families to gather on Saturday mornings for music and fun on the Arts Block.