Art kids, brace yourselves. Version Fest 09 Immodest Proposals is upon us. Organized by Ed Marszewski & Co. (Public Media Institute), this year's events list comes close to sensory overload. From April 23 - May 2, progressive art, politics, and music will saturate the streets, galleries, and music venues of Bridgeport and the West Loop with programs galore to inspire and engage you. We’re also stoked about Friday’s Korean-Polish BBQ. more ›

Admit it. Magazines are pretty much in the shithole these days. Publications are either folding, downsizing, or going online with the hopes that readers will pay for content. (Yea, right.) So, imagine how happy (and surprised) we are to hear that the folks of the Public Media Institute are celebrating the launch of a new design magazine, Matériel, this Saturday, March 21 at Co-Prosperity Sphere. more ›

A partial list of upcoming visual arts events to feed your hungry eyes. Tune in Thursday for more arts listings. more ›