Art replaces Ads

Hey EMPs,

Check this out. A firefox application that allows you to replace ad boxes on the webpage you are viewing with images of artwork....

http://planckstudios.com/news/2009/mar/05/add-art-smart-firefox-extension/

Sheetal

Snow Days Chicago

Thought this might be a interesting winter event! 

Snow Days Chicago

A FREE five-day festival on Michigan Avenue in Grant Park featuring a snow sculpture design competition,  dog sled demonstrations, kids activities and much more! 

Feb 12 -16, 2009 

See event details and programs at: 

http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/special_events/mose/snow_days_chicago.html

EMP Planning Event this Winter!

Hello and Happy New Year.  

This winter we have an upcoming networking and planning event.  RSVP to sheetalita@gmail.com, here are the details: 

EMP Networking and Planning Event

When: Wednesday February 4, 2009

Time: 6-8pm

Place: Sheetal's house; 4444 North Damen Avenue, Unit 2E 

How to get there: Montrose or Damen Brown line stops, Damen Bus, Montrose Bus. 

What to Bring: Beverage of your choice. I will provide food and some drinks for the evening.

This will be a super casual event and a good one to network and meet your fellow EMPs. We will talk about ideas for upcoming events, what kind of resources we have among us, and more! 

Hope you can join! 

the Art Institute of Chicago's New Modern Wing

to open to the public May 16, 2009...

http://featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com/theskyline/2008/11/art-institute-n.html

Fall Event Fun!

Thanks to all who came to our fall event at the MCA on Tuesday November 11 for Bingo/Tango. We had a great time!

Remember to post any events, programs, or interesting links here for other EMPs to enjoy!

Also let's start thinking about our Winter event!

Dog and Pony Theater Company

Hello Chicago EMPs,

Anyone interested in getting involved in the Chicago theater world??? I am currently serving on the Board of Dog and Pony Theater Company here in Chicago. We are looking for new board members this year! If you are interested in finding out more, shoot me an email at sheetalita@gmail.com.

In the meantime, check out what we do! http://www.dogandponychicago.org/

Also be sure to catch our fall show - "The Further Adventures of Hedda Gabler" at the Viaduct Theater, running through October 26.

Sheetal

Arts Vote 2008

Hello All,

the Art Action Fund put together a summary of both presidental candidate's positions on the arts! Its pretty interesting - just click on the link below! You can also find out more about the Art Action Fund at this link.

http://www.artsactionfund.org/artsvote/

Vote in 2008!

Sheetal