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Hold Strong

March 27, 2020 - May 22, 2020

Hold Strong

March 27, 2020 - May 22, 2020

Friday March 27, 2020

Join us for the opening reception of Hold Strong on Friday, March 27. Hold Strong is Arts of Life’s second annual juried exhibition and will feature works from within the Arts of Life studio and beyond. Artwork submissions were juried by Arts of Life’s artist-led curating committee and art professionals from our Executive Board Art Committee. Hold Strong highlights Arts of Life’s core values and the way they support our studio artists’ individual art practices—most notably in regard to the power that comes from self-expression through visual arts and autonomous decision-making. Friday Reception  27 March 2020 6-8pm  
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Upcoming Events

20th Anniversary Reunion Weekend Chicago April 3, 2020
Over the past 20 years, many talented, creative, and fierce staff members, volunteers, supporters, and artists have helped to build…
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Unbridled Art: A Derby Party 2020 Glenview April 25, 2020
One week before the most exciting two minutes in sports, Arts of Life hosts an unforgettable party. Join us in…
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PLATINUM 2020 2533 W Homer St June 5, 2020
Arts of Life Benefit Auction + Dance Party Cheers to 20 years of the Arts of Life! Join us for…
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Past Events

Forever and Ever Again | Release Party Chicago February 13, 2020
Please join Arts of Life, Perfectly Acceptable Press, Ben Marcus, and David Krueger in the launch of Love Man: Forever and…
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North Shore Studio’s 10th Birthday Celebration Wilmette February 12, 2020
Join us in celebrating the 10th Birthday of Arts of Life’s North Shore Studio. In January 2010, Arts of Life…
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OscArts of Life 2020 2027 West North Avenue February 9, 2020
Join us in celebrating the past year’s film achievements for our annual OscARTS party! Gather some friends and stop by…
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High Fidelity at the Music Box North Southport Avenue February 3, 2020
Join the Music Box and Arts of Life on Monday, February 3rd, at 7pm, for a special screening of High…
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Dance, Dance, Dance Chicago January 31, 2020
Marcel Alcalá — Peter Barrickman — Brian Belott — Lizzi Bougatsos —  Aria Carter — Jacob Ciocci — Russell Copenharve…
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A Little Bit Country — A Little Bit Rock and Roll Glenview January 24, 2020
  Opening Reception Friday, January 24, 2020 5:30-7:30pm I know I’m goin’ to feel alright No matter where I go…
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2019 North Shore Studio Sale Glenview November 15, 2019
Join Arts of Life at our North Shore studio for the annual Studio Sale! Begin your holiday shopping, grow your…
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Etherea Materia Santa Barbara November 15, 2019
Congratulations to Oly Trindl who is now a nationally exhibited artist! Etherea Materia, a group exhibition, opens November 15th at…
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