West Town, Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, Kinzie Corridor, Humboldt Park

West Town

Wisconsin

IL • MI • IN

West Loop, Fulton Market, East Garfield Park

West Loop and West Side

Evanston, The North Shore, Northern, Western and Southern Suburbs

Suburbs

Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Bucktown, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Uptown, Edgewater, Andersonville, Rogers Park

North Side

Michigan Avenue, Streeterville, The Gold Coast, The Loop, and South Loop

Michigan Avenue

Pilsen, Bridgeport, Chinatown, plus Hyde Park, Jackson Park/Dorchester, and Bronzeville

South Side

Superior and Franklin streets, West Chicago Ave, and down to Merchandise Mart and the River

River North

Monthly Sip and Paint Looking for a fun way to tap into your creativity? Join us each month for Sip &amp; Paint, an intimate evening of art-making, drinks, and great company—all set inside our gallery space. These guided painting sessions are designed for all skill levels—whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or you're a practicing artist looking to unwind. Materials are provided, and a local artist leads each session with step-by-step guidance or creative prompts, allowing you to follow along or break the mold. This event is BYOB, and all participants leave with their own original piece to take home. Sip &amp; Paint is not just about the painting—it’s about gathering, connecting, and reclaiming creativity in a joyful, low-pressure environment. Tickets are $45 and include all supplies. We also have a limited 2-for-1 deal available. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Sessions occur every third Saturday, 5 pm-7 pm. SPECIAL OFFER: Whoever shows up to this Sip and Paint will get a special 50% off voucher for our next month's class!! This is a one-time deal! For private parties, please contact us via e-mail&nbsp;<a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:chicagograndgallery@gmail.com" target="_blank">chicagograndgallery@gmail.com</a> Tickets:&nbsp;<a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/september-sip-and-paint-tickets-1533458869759?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/september-sip-and-paint-tickets-1533458869759?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>&nbsp; September 20th, 5-7 pmLocation: 2842 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622.

Monthly Sip and Paint

Complete details and schedule available <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chicagomosaicschool.org/intersections-symposium" target="_blank">here</a>From September 15 to 21, 2025, CMS will host the 1st International Mosaic Arts Symposium to celebrate their 20th anniversary, remaining the only art school of its kind outside of Europe.Intersections Symposium will serve as a round-table for shaping the future of Mosaic Arts education and engaging international artists. CMS Visiting Artists, who are both leaders and renowned experts in mosaic art and education, will conduct short workshops, lectures, presentations, and exhibitions in Chicago. The Details:<ul><li>Gallery Exhibitions</li><li>Opening and Closing Receptions</li><li>Tours showcasing public mosaics in Chicago</li><li>Workshops run by acclaimed visiting artists</li><li>Public discussions and lectures including</li></ul> Additionally, the purchase of the Intersections Package for $1,500 gets you access to 7 full days of events:Walking Tour, Welcome Reception, Artist Workshops, Panels, Lectures, Closing Reception!For the visiting artist workshops, you will build your own class schedule for each day. Please respond to the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:info@chicagomosaicschool.org" target="_blank">info@chicagomosaicschool.org</a> confirmation email with your chosen workshop(s) to secure your spots.Important information: we have several&nbsp;half-day&nbsp;workshops as well as the full day workshops. Therefore you may pick two(2) half day workshops or one (1) full day. Please look closely at the schedule so it aligns with your availability.All of our workshops and activities below can be purchased A La Carte, or you can purchase in <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chicagomosaicschool.org/intersections-symposium-events/p/intersections-package" target="_blank">ONE BUNDLED PACKAGE</a> <a style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chicagomosaicschool.org/s/Symposium-Calendar-1.pdf" target="_blank"><img width="1920" height="1080" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dfafo598z/image/upload/v1755632573/mvhbow3bduochv6yhfy2.webp"></a>

First International Mosaic Arts Symposium

Bowties, Bustles &amp; Ballroom Basics Dance ClassWednesday, October 29 6:30-8:30 pmLearn how to dance like it’s 1883 in this ballroom dance class. Participants will learn how to Two Step and Waltz, and will play Gilded Age games during breaks.&nbsp;Historical costumes are admired, not required. No partner or previous dance experience necessary.&nbsp; <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://driehausmuseum.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=32343bbcd4e3063e18cdf64bf&amp;id=45e40c9240&amp;e=d1db3f815c" target="_blank">MORE INFORMATION + TICKETS</a>

Bowties, Bustles & Ballroom Basics Dance Class

Stained Glass Workshop Saturday, November 11:00-4:00 pm In this hands-on workshop, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the stained glass-making process and try out techniques including cutting, foiling, and soldering. Ticket cost includes the production of three charms; make jewelry, keychains, small hanging pieces and more! <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://driehausmuseum.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=32343bbcd4e3063e18cdf64bf&amp;id=33b0f14758&amp;e=d1db3f815c" target="_blank">MORE INFORMATION + TICKETS</a>

Stained Glass Workshop

FIGURE DRAWING:&nbsp;Sunday, Dec. 7th – 3-6pm. Live Model - FEE: $20 Timeless Bodies&nbsp;First Annual Midwest Ceramic Exhibition&nbsp;Timeless Bodies interprets the human form through sculptural realism and abstraction. Throughout history, the human form has been symbolized as a container of life, emotion, and spirit, reflecting both fragility and resilience. How does the body hold and convey our stories, memories, or cultural history? Artists were encouraged to celebrate the interplay of form and storytelling in clay.&nbsp;Juror &amp; Curator:&nbsp;Nancy Pirri is an artist from Chicago, working primarily in ceramics and creating figures of all sizes. Pirri has won awards from the Beverly Arts Center and the Rockford Art Museum, including work published in ‘500 Figures in Clay’ V2. She has exhibited nationally and internationally, including SOFA in Chicago representing women's rights anniversaries, and has acquired collectors from all over the world.&nbsp;She has exhibited with numerous galleries in the Midwest and is currently represented by Oliva Gallery, J. Petter Galleries (MI), Design at 329/Primitive/The Stalls, and Inner Haven Gallery.&nbsp; Image: Susan Volk

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