BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20210911T150000Z DTEND:20210911T220000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:2021 West End Arts Festival DESCRIPTION:Engaging art experiences for everyone at West End Arts Festival in La Grange\, September 11-12\n\n \n\nWith studies from Harvard to the World Health Organization showing the healing powers of art\, the 25th annual West End Arts Festival returns to La Grange September 11-12 for much-needed stress relief during the pandemic.\n\n \n\nIt features the talents of nearly 50 fine artists from across the Midwest plus music performances\, artists-at-work\, live culinary demonstrations by local chefs and engaging activities for everyone in the family. \n\n \n\nNestled in front of the historic Stone Avenue train station\, the free festival has become a favorite of both artists and visitors and has helped define the eclectic West End as a must-see destination for both shopping and dining. The event will run from 10am - 5pm on Saturday and Sunday\, September 11-12 with artists' tents placed along expansive Burlington Avenue. \n\n \n\nJuried artists from across the country in a variety of mediums will display and sell their works including painting and photography\, glass and functional art\, fashion\, jewelry and sculpture. Visitors will be able to interact with artists through demonstrations and booth chats. See the full list of artists here.\n\n \n\nIn addition\, a live art auction is featured in front of the train station (701 W. Burlington Avenue) on Saturday beginning at 5:30. Nearly 35 locally-designed\, hand-painted dog houses and lounge chairs which were displayed as a summer art exhibit in the village\, called Sit\, Stay & Play\, will be auctioned off to benefit local nonprofits including the La Grange Pet Parade. \n\n \n\nAlong a winding path near the train station\, local restaurants including Antonino's Ristorante\, Monk's Burgers & More and Taqueria Mi Taquito will sell their unique menu specialties and Palmer Place Biergarten will offer wine and beer. \n\n \n\nA booth showcasing the works of art students from Lyons Township High School will be featured including live demonstrations on the pottery wheel. \n\n \n\nChildren can engage with interactive art activities and crafts throughout the weekend provided by the La Grange Art League and the La Grange Public Library\; face painting and songs with a princess are also scheduled.\n\n \nTHE ART OF FOOD TENT\, sponsored by Baird & Warner Real Estate (La Grange)\, will feature live culinary demonstrations and samplings from the experts at popular area restaurants:\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Sept. 11\n\n11am Wheelys Cafe\n\n12pm Steak + Vine\n\n1pm Sips & Sweets Cafe\n\n2pm Pazzo Bene\n\n3pm GP Italiano\n\n\n\nSunday\, Sept. 12\n\n11am Sushi Ukai\n\n12pm Milk Money Brewing\n\n1pm MilkStop Cafe\n\n \n\n"We've been passionate supporters of this event for many years\," said Jimmy Janevski\, the managing broker of Baird & Warner La Grange. "We recognize the value of giving back to the community\, and our agents all love the art of great food\, so it's a perfect fit!" he said.\n\n\n\nTHE ART OF MUSIC TENT will feature live music throughout the weekend:\n\nSaturday\, Sept. 11\n\n11am - Lady T Jazz\n\n1pm - Black Partridge\n\n3pm - Matt Wifler's Bourbon Street Quartet\n\n5:30pm - Live Auction of Summer Art Project pieces begins: "Sit\, Stay & Play" sponsored by Park District of La Grange\n\n\n\nSunday\, Sept. 12\n\n11am SATO Music Studio Recitals\n\n1pm - Steve Knight Trio\n\n3pm - Tank & the Beez\n\n \n\nThe festival is made possible through the generosity of numerous local businesses including Baird & Warner Real Estate (La Grange)\; FNBC Bank & Trust\; Chiro One\; LeafFilter Gutter Protection\, North Hill Mobile Framing\; Park District of La Grange\, Smothers Group with Compass\, and the Village of La Grange.\n\n \n\nFree parking is available in the nearby commuter lots. Visitors may take the Burlington Northern METRA train directly to the Stone Avenue station. \n\n \n\nFor festival updates\, visit: www.lagrangeevents.com\n\n \n\nThe La Grange Business Association is a group of over 300 businesses\, services and non-profit organizations that strive to energize and enhance the local economy through events\, networking and advocacy. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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\n LOCATION:This free festival is held in the shadow of the landmark Stone Avenue METRA Station along Burlington Avenue between Brainard and Waiola Avenues. Convenient free parking is available in the commuter lot on Brainard at Burlington. Visitors may also take the Burlington Northern METRA to the Stone Avenue Station. UID:e.9421.12556 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20240329T133856Z URL:http://lgba.chambermaster.com/events/details/2021-west-end-arts-festival-12556 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR