Lake Bluff's Artists on the Bluff festival continues 26-year tradition of showcasing local artists
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Gina Grillo
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The Artists on the Bluff Summer Arts Festival is a 26-year tradition in Lake Bluff, Illinois, offering an intimate, juried fine arts show that stays true to its original mission of showcasing local artists. Unlike mass-market art fairs, this small-town event on the Village Green features original works and community activities like children designing Father's Day cards. It has become a social community gathering for attendees like Matt and Katie Frekko of Lake Forest.
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The Artists on the Bluff Summer Arts Festival took place on the Village Green in downtown Lake Bluff on both Saturday and Sunday, a 26-year tradition that still holds to its original mission.
Matt and Katie Frekko of Lake Forest attended Artists on the Bluff Saturday and say it has become something of a social community gathering for them.
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