
Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!

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.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton Exhibition Opening
Arts + Public Life presents 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
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

the undercommons | EXPO'S 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 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

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

March 22 | 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.

March 21 | 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
Join Committed Knitters for bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space, where all skill levels—from beginners to pros—are welcome to share ideas, work on projects, and have fun together. Supplies are provided, and no registration is needed—just drop in!

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 15 | 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.

March 14 | 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.

March 8 | 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.

March 7 | 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
Join Committed Knitters for bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space, where all skill levels—from beginners to pros—are welcome to share ideas, work on projects, and have fun together. Supplies are provided, and no registration is needed—just drop in!

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 1 | 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.

February 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.

Dreaming Home: Cultural Imagination and Racial Realities of Home Ownership
The American Dream often begins with owning a home. But for many, that dream is built on unequal foundations. How can we better understand the reality of home ownership in America—its economic, sociological, and racial histories, as well as the cultural productions that shape our imagination of what it means to own a home?
Join us at the Green Line Performing Arts Center for the Winter Dean's Salon by the UChicago Division of the Humanities! Our very own faculty director and cultural theorist, Adrienne Brown, will join Deborah L. Nelson, dean of the Division of the Humanities, and sociologist Robin Bartram to explore the complexity and inequalities of American home ownership, with the aim of generating clarity and new perspectives on re-imagining more equitable, holistic, and sustainable housing solutions for Chicago and other American cities.

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

February 22 | 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.

February 21 | 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
Join Committed Knitters for bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space, where all skill levels—from beginners to pros—are welcome to share ideas, work on projects, and have fun together. Supplies are provided, and no registration is needed—just drop in!