
the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Rear View Mirror Sessions: Quincy Jones
The 2025 season, In Memoriam, pays tribute to legends we've recently lost, beginning with a celebration of Chicago-born Quincy Jones.

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

The Legacy Project
At its core, Dandelions: Gods Don’t Cry is about resilience, transformation, and self-acceptance.

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

First Monday Jazz: The South Side Big Band
This year, First Monday Jazz 2025: Big Band Summer takes us on a journey back to the golden age of big band jazz in Chicago. Our July artist is The South Side Big Band.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

The Act of Recording is an Act of Love: The South Side Home Movie Project
Logan Center Exhibitions and Arts + Public Life is pleased to present The Act of Recording is an Act of Love: The South Side Home Movie Project.
On view : July 11 - August 24, 2025

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. Through his distinctive approach to stylized figuration, Carlton explores the complexities of contemporary Black life, using portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, and presence.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

Reception for “The Act of Recording is an Act of Love: The South Side Home Movie Project” exhibition
Join us for a reception celebrating The Act of Recording is an Act of Love: The South Side Home Movie Project.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind with a gentle Hatha yoga flow as the sun dips below the horizon. This slower-paced take on the classic sun salutation is designed to ease you into the summer night and is open to all experience levels.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Tour the Arts Block
You're invited to take a walking tour of all four venues managed by Arts + Public Life: Arts Incubator, Green Line Performing Arts Center, L1 Retail Store, and the Arts Lawn.

Juneteenth with the Committed Knitters
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Committed Knitters: A Day of Craft, Community & Joy
Come celebrate freedom, creativity, and collective care—one stitch at a time. Join the Committed Knitters for a hands-on celebration in honor of Juneteenth—a day that commemorates Black freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward liberation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Vends + Vibes Arts Marketplace
Get ready for the return of Vends + Vibes, Arts + Public Life's annual summer arts marketplace celebrating the incredible creative entrepreneurs of the South Side! Join us on the Arts Lawn on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 1:00 to 7:00 PM, for an afternoon where artists, makers, and neighbors connect, shop, and share the lively energy in Washington Park.

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

MELONCHOLIA: A Black Rage Ritual
A fruit-filled communal rage room to shake, smash, speak, feel, and air out what ails us. Let your anger move you.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

South Side Fireflies
South Side Fireflies is a free early childhood music program that introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind & Fire songbook.

May 31 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

May 30 | Community Yoga
Join Arts + Public Life for free yoga classes every Friday and Saturday on the Arts Block! These 1-hour sessions include poses, stretching, breathing, and meditation—perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton

Committed Knitters
Committed Knitters welcomes you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space!

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
View APL’s current exhibition the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton