Arts Alive/45 receives Honor
On August 20, 2012 Cyd Smillie accepted recognition for the work she and Arts Alive/45 have done in the community.
Filament Theatre Ensemble signs lease at Six Corners
David Roeder column: http://www.suntimes.com/business/12851981-452/kennedys-unveil-three-tower-plan-for-wolf-pointlake-canal-site.html “CUE THE LIGHTS: While Northwest Side residents work to preserve the Portage Theater at 4050 N. Milwaukee, its Six Corners neighborhood is getting a cultural infusion with the decision by Filament Theatre Ensemble to lease ground-floor space across the street at 4041 N. Milwaukee. The ensemble has been staging productions in … Continue reading Filament Theatre Ensemble signs lease at Six Corners
Special Thanks
Featured Artist
Bill Weyna, former marine and owner of Uneek Designs explores wood as a medium in everything from picture frames and furniture to geometric stuctures exploring space and form. When not in his shop he often holds clinics with “at risk” youth encouraging art over violation. Arts Alive/45 welcomes his art and his commitment to bettering … Continue reading Featured Artist
Arts Alive/45 – updates
2013 Starts with 501(c)3 status! It’s official Arts Alive/45 is a 501(c)3 arts non-profit and to celebrate… BRUSH FUNDRAISER success! We’ve raised enough money to fund a mural by any veteran of any branch of service during any era. Log onto our partner in the project’s website: www.nvam.org for RFP and application! It’s History Now: This … Continue reading Arts Alive/45 – updates
St. Patricks mural
Chicago Talks
Chamber of Commerce recognizes Arts Alive 45
Jefferson Park Chamber of Commerce recently presented Alderman John Arena an award for his arts initiative, Arts Alive 45. The 2011 Beautification Award was given to Arena for his work revitalizing the Jefferson Park Business District with art installations, murals, and pop up exhibitions. The award was signed by the Chamber of Commerce President Gregg Kobelinski … Continue reading Chamber of Commerce recognizes Arts Alive 45
First Responders Mural
In honor of the first responders and the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, Jill Arena designed and Cyd Smillie painted the First Responders mural around the corner from the Fire Station on Milwaukee. During the painting of the mural one little boy pointed out to his grandfather “Look Papa, Lady liberty” and the grandfather … Continue reading First Responders Mural
Jeff Park Jazz Mural
The first mural by Arts Alive Chicago (then Arts Alive/45) –designed by Jill Arena and sponsored by the neighboring Copernicus Foundation, this mural served as a welcoming gateway to the Jefferson Park community before it was covered over by the vinyl Paschke Mural produced by the Rabb Family Foundation. This was also the beginning of … Continue reading Jeff Park Jazz Mural