On the 4th Day of Christmas: An Artistic Celebration of Winter!
By: Jonathan Jones 12/21/2013
Although it might feel like we've been through a pretty crazy winter already... the truth is that it's just starting today. Welcome to Winter! It'll be here until March 20, so we're not about to let it hold us back. Besides, the best part about winter is that it forces us to get creative and this is where music and art come alive like at the
ArtWauk in Waukegan!
Stay toasty warm with Holiday joy as you explore the art district in Downtown Waukegan. Find a unique treat or piece of art for that hard to shop for friend or family member on your list. The friendly smiles of everyone at the Greentown Tavern are sure to shine some sun your way. Enjoy original art spaces, some even serving tasty treats along the way!
Stop by Karcher Artspace (405 Washington St., Waukegan) for live music performances throughout the evening! Below info is from their Facebook Page
FREE admission and full access to art galleries and LIVE entertainment!
Participating locations include:
Undercroft Gallery - 410 Grand Ave. Featured artist - Alice Harrington 3pm – 6pm
Genesee Theratre - 203 N. Genesee St. Cool Yule: The Manhattan Transfer Swings Christmas - 8:00pm Tickets: $38.00, $48.00, $58.00
First United Methodist Church located - 128 N. MLK Jr. Ave. Waukegan Symphony Orchestra and Concert Chorus present The Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do It Yourself "Messiah" Doors open at 6 pm with the concert beginning at 7 pm. All seats $15 with students 18 and under FREE. Scores may be purchased for $10.
Urban Edge – 220 W. Clayton City Streets Featured artists: chaz bojorquez*, luke mcfadden, shelly johnson, david dallison, patrick shea, xavier nuez, czr prz, kay.a, and dmn *Items on loan from the private collection of Gilberto Cardenas.
Special LIVE performance by the Silver Strings
Refreshments will be served Urban Edge is curated by Vickie Marasco
La Opera – 133 N. Genesee St. Your ArtWauk oasis. Stop in for a tasty beverage while on your way. Ask about our November ArtWauk special.
Horsefeathers – 129 N. Genesee St. International bazaar of Buddhas, beads, textiles jewelry and more. Open 10am – 6pm
10th Dems Community Connection – 118 N. Genesee St.
Tufo Gallerie – 116 N. Genesee St.
Three Brothers Theatre – 115 N. Genesee St.
Your This and That Shop – 114 N. Genesee St.
Fong’s – 38 N. Genesee St.
Original Parlor Ice Cream Café – 32 N. Genesee St. We proudly serve Blue Bell Ice Cream. Stop in today for our .50¢ snack bar and $1.50 sundaes
Big Ed’s Bar & Grill – 30 N. Genesee St.
Coiffure Barber Lounge – 25 N. Genesee St. Not your average Barber Shop, we offer a luxurious waiting area, Flat Screen TV's, lounge seating for the most comfortable experience.
17 North – 17 N. Genesee St. Ask about our ArtWauk dinner and drink specials.
Burgundy Room – 215 Washington St.
Karcher Artspace – 405 Washington St. Featured artist Tom Collins & Jerod Howard invite you and yours to an evening of live performances and poetry reading downstairs. Special guest [jonrevPhotography] - Exploration and preservation arts + refurbished Polaroid Land Cameras. Come share in the holiday spirit and art of the residents of Karcher Artspace Lofts. Open to the public 5pm to 10pm
Water Street Gallery – 100 S. Genesee St. Celebrating One Year Anniversary in Holiday Tradition. ZümBier is generously donating some of their fine, locally crafted brew, Music programer Tristero will be playing classic to obscure Christmas tunes and Water St. is supplying a holiday punch. Kicking things off once Artwauk starts to slow down around 9:30pm. Donations encouraged!
The Backroom Gallery – 100 S. Genesee St. “The Delicious Duo” – Featured artists: Betty Turbo and Cassandra Anzelone Yummy jewelry of artist Valerie Doty (The Tiny Hobo!) Also check out our vintage Kitchenwares for sale!
Nele’s Art Gallery – 106 S. Genesee St. Featuring artists: Svetlana Belyakova, Nele Slavinskaite
Dandelion Gallery – 109 S. Genesee St. Join us for the fan favorite - 2nd Annual Small Works Show! Free Gift Wrapping Available with purchase! Art, Live Music, Wine & Fun!
Green Town Tavern – 110 S. Genesee St.
Dinosaur Studio – 116 S. Genesee St. Meet world-renown illustrator, Scott James. He is a world class has been published in over 200 books and will be signing autographs and answering your questions.
Family Piano – 114 S. Genesee St.
State Representative Rita Mayfield’s Office – 120 S. Genesee St.
