HAPPENING at CONNECT
THEN & NOW Artist Talk
Join us at Connect Gallery on Saturday, November 25, from 1-3 pm for an engaging artist talk with renowned artist Kevin A. Williams (WAK), whose work is currently featured in the solo exhibition "Then and Now." Moderated by Monique Brinkman-Hill, director of the South Side Community Art Center, this conversation will delve into Williams' four-decade journey as an artist capturing the beauty, strength, and complexity of Black culture. From his beginnings airbrushing in the 80s to his mastery of large-scale oil paintings, Williams will discuss his evolution as an artist, his creative process, and the inspiration behind his works. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand from one of today's most significant voices in contemporary art.
You won't want to miss this event. Tickets are FREE. You can also purchase a signed copy of Kevin's hardcover exhibition book, featuring over 50 pages of artwork, show photos, and more.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT
Then & Now | A Kevin Williams Solo Exhibition
Join us at Connect Gallery on the opening of Chicago’s own, Kevin “Wak” Williams, as he presents his recent works in a solo exhibition of figurative storytelling.
ON DISPLAY | October 12th- November 23rd
Opening Reception | 6pm-10pm
Panel, artist talks, student lectures, & other programming | TBD
Follow Kevin– @artbywak
Read More– artbywak.com
Steppers Dance Class | With Dawud and Lura Steppin
Join us at Connect on weekly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm-7:30pm. Drop-in style structure. Free admission or Pay What You Can for participation.
Donations always encouraged.
Read More– Dawud and Lura Stepping
Percussion Plus | Live music with Vincent Davis and company–
Join us at Connect on weekly on Thursday evenings from 8pm-10pm. Free admission and open to the public for a night of live jazz and percussion entertainment.
Legendary percussionist Vincent Davis is back with his band Percussion Plus. The band improvises their way through tones, textures, and melodies with the often ferocious drumming of Davis leading the way.
Performance by:
Vincent Davis, Preyas Roy, Jim Baker, Scottie Hesse, Ed Wilkerson, Junius Paul, and Justin Dillard.
Follow Vincent– @vincentdavisdrums
Support and Payment— Linktree
PAST EVENTS & SHOWS with CONNECT
July 25th at Connect | 7pm
Learn More- fulcrumpoint New Music Project
TO BE RESCHEDULED
Tight Knit Community: Knitting and Crochet Social–
Join us at Connect on Sunday, June 30th, for an open afternoon of knitting and crocheting any personal or community project you are currently working on.
Materials provided till exhausted. Music and Limited Libations/Refreshments provided. All are welcome. This event is free.
July 13th at Connect | Doors at 7:30pm
Tickets—
Eventbrite:
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The Art of Memory
Join us at Connect for our guest curated exhibition opening on Saturday April 27th, 2024 from 6pm-8pm.
ON DISPLAY– April 27th - May 25th.
Presented by The Brain Bridge Lab at The University of Chicago.
TASTE OF NIGERIA | African Music and Art Fundraiser Night–
Join us at Connect on May 2nd, 2024 from 6pm-8pm for the public community event and fundraiser organized by Daniel Kúmápàyí with the Àkójọpọ Music Foundation.
Purchase your tickets in advance at:
Learn more– Àkójọpọ Music Foundation: www.akojopomf.com
KÒSÒLÒKO LÒKO by Gabriel Adédèjì.
Performances by: Chiemerie Obianom (Baritone), Òwèlè Ségun (Flute), Daniel Kúmápàyí (Double Bass), Kóládé Kenneth (Violin).
Chef of the Evening: Mobísáyò Kúmápàyí
Black Gallerists Gather
GESSO III “IN PLAIN SIGHT'“–
Join us at Connect for our Guest Curated show presented by MRNICEART and 21 Grams Gallery.
ON DISPLAY to the public– April 12th - April 24th.
“In Plain Sight” brings together a diverse selection of contemporary artists who have worked around the United States and abroad . Each artist, while stylistically differing, also shares visions that both complement and challenge one another. Within the exhibition are the works of…
Clarence Heyward | Terron Cooper Sorrells | T.J. Morrison | Dan Oliver | Terence Byas | Izere Antoine | Erik Foss | Nedia Ware
Work above by Izere Antoine. Today and Tomorrow (Uyumunsi n’ejo). 58x68 in. Oil on Canvas. 2024.
ALEC Trio Feat. Will Mallard
The Promontory | April 12th
Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm-9pm
Tight Knit Community: Knitting and Crochet Social–
Join us at Connect on Friday, March 29th, 2024 from Noon- 5pm for an open afternoon of knitting and crocheting any personal or community project you are currently working on.
Materials provided till exhausted. Music and Limited Libations/Refreshments provided. All are welcome. This event is free.
Artist Talk Series: FROM CANVAS TO COMMUNITY |
THE CLOUD –
Join us on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 from 3pm-7pm.
Connect with displaying artist, The CLOUD, coming to discuss his experience, process, and his work on view during our exhibition, From Canvas to Community.
Q & A and open gallery viewing will commence after the Artist Talk.
Artist Talk Series: From Canvas to Community
Tyler Clark: 3pm
Brenda Dickerson: 4:30pm
Open Gallery until 6:30pm
‘From Canvas to Community’
Inaugural Artist Exhibition–
Join us at Connect for our first curated exhibition on Saturday, February 17th, prior to our gallery’s initial grand opening come March, 2024.
ON DISPLAY– February 17th - March 28th.
What Does It Mean To Be In Community? This show is a celebration of being able to find your freedom through art and sharing it; hoping it inspires someone along the way.
From the process of putting yourself and your craft bit by bit onto canvas; to making the leap to showcase the culmination of your piece into the community for viewing; this is a vulnerable yet empowering environment to be a part of.
“To be seen and recognized.”
‘Shop In The Name Of Love’ Market
Valentine’s Pop Up Shop–
Join us on at Connect on Saturday and Sunday, February 10th & 11th, 2024 from 11am - 7pm.
Find something for :
The Love you’re with, The Love of Your Own, The Love of your life, The love waiting at home.
Find that unique gift you’re looking for at the ‘Shop In The Name Of Love’ Market.