Public Programs

Stunning artwork at Bridging Borders’s exhibit opening!

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Thanks Everyone! What an amazing opening event for the Bridging Borders exhibit! Part of the Contra Corriente Festival at @chicagoartdept with sibling exhibit “Aprendí a Sembrar” by @secondfloorgallery. On display through July 25!Summer Gallery Hours: Tuesdays 6pm–8pmWednesdays 12pm–6pmThursdays 6pm–8pmOr visit by appointment: Contact CAD 312-291-9743 So proud of our team:Maria Requena @maria_requena95Sofia Brunwin @fiasunnMaribel Cruz … Read more

Always a good time! All-community 1-day Mini-Art-Fest | Free for all ages!

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Always a good time! Renegades of Funk & AnySquared host • Art on the Fence • Art-Making Station • Live Art • Art in Tents • Painting on Mural Walls • DJs • 90+ artists + more! Free for All Ages!  AGAINST DA FENCE Mini-Art-Fest! Sunday, June 281pm-6pmProject Logan, 2929 W. Fullerton, Chicago (Behind Bank … Read more

Last night’s Mosaic workshop was a blast!

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Last night’s Mosaic workshop was a blast! Everyone made beautiful mosaics. Our instructor patiently guided everyone through the steps of making color mosaics. Thanks to everyone who participated! Thank you to the instructors for showing us how to make these and providing supplies:Sofia Brunwin (@fiasunn)Diotzinantzin Rios-Sierra (@mosaicoartechicago) See everyone’s creations below:

Lots of beautiful prints made at the Printmaking workshop!

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Last week’s excellent workshop was super fun! Thanks everyone who participated and made it happen ! Led by: @pepetorias_elgtz @instituto_grafico_chicago in preparation for a Logan Square project with Jane Austin. Materials provided for relief printing (linocuts) by: AnySquared @ne2_gallerysquared anysquared.org Instituto Grafico de Chicago @instituto_grafico_chicago

The Butterfly Effect: Bridging Borders Exhibit

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We are excited to announce, as part of Chicago Art Department’s second exhibition of the Contra Corriente Festival. On display June 12–July 25, 2026 | The Butterfly Effect: Bridging Borders brings together artists sharing personal and communal stories of immigration, environmental displacement, and loss of land. The exhibition reflects on the ways people adapt, survive, … Read more

“Little Pigeons” Publication is Here!

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This Saturday! “Little Pigeons” Launch Party! Live Readings & MadLibs, Open Mic, Music, and Vibes! BYOB! Have fun with us! We are so excited to celebrate the printing of AnySquared’s first edition on May 23rd from 5pm–8pm at Sheep Cult Comics, 1632 N. Milwaukee, Chicago. Gratitude to all the artists and writers who are featured … Read more

AGAINST DA FENCE: 1 Day Mini-Art-Fest!

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Be there! Always a good time! Renegades of Funk & AnySquared bring you the all-community 1-day mini-art-fest with • Art on the Fence • Art-Making Station • Live Art • Art in Tents • Painting on the Mural Walls• and 75+ artists! A Free Community Event for All Ages! AGAINST DA FENCE: 1 Day Mini-Art-Fest! … Read more

Printmaking Workshops with Instituto Grafico!

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Excited for Printmaking Workshops! Over two Fridays May 22 & 29 from 6-9pm AnySquared, 2328 N Milwaukee in Chicago. Lead by @pepetorias_elgtz of @instituto_grafico_chicago in preparation for a project with Jane Austin. Materials provided for relief printing (linocuts). __ AnySquared @ne2_gallerysquared anysquared.org Instituto Grafico de Chicago @instituto_grafico_chicago

A Soft Landing: Closing Event for BEP Exhibit

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Artist Interviews + Performance Sunday, May 16th 3pm–6pm Pilsen Arts & Community House 1637 W. 18th Street, Chicago 

 Join us at our exhibition closing event! Soft Landing: Artist Interviews, Poetry, Prose, and Music features @victoria_riza @niduman @kaltra @tkb.studio @matias.delaflor and @sunflowersummit !!!! View the exhibit, hear artists’ insights, and listen to some amazing songwriters! We … Read more