If not for dreams: The 9th annual Oppenheimer Park community art show

This year, our exhibition focuses on dreams with a variety of interpretations. The theme was generated through a community meeting and voted on at the HomeGround Festival and online. More than thirty-five participating dreamers will share their interpretations. The exhibition will feature a community project titled In Case of Dreams. In the months leading up to the show park goers will explore their dreams (past, present and future) through creative expression and their work will result in a collaborative installation. If Not For Dreams is part of Homelessness Action Week 2016 (Oct 9th–15th) a series of events to increase awareness and to address conditions impacting homelessness.

Meet the Artist | Friday, October 14th 6–8 pm, at gallery gachet
Come join us for a casual afternoon of art and conversation. Exhibiting artists will be on hand at the gallery to walk you through the exhibition, If Not For Dreams. Artists will talk about their work and process as the tour moves through the gallery. (This event is part of Homelessness Action Week 2016)

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY OPPENHEIMER PARK ART SHOW
The Oppenheimer Park Community Art Show began in 2008 in anticipation of the changes, challenges, and loss in a pre-Olympic city. It presented an opportunity to recognize the existing neighbourhood, and its residents and members who play important and active roles in creating community by drawing on their history despite challenges and struggles. Oppenheimer Park is “one of the few green spaces in the area and one of the oldest surviving parks in the heart of the city”. It is often referred to as “the Backyard of the Downtown Eastside” and is also one of the few inclusive spaces left for people who are homeless, or living without adequate and safe housing. The Park hosts many programs, festivals and special events, and is the busiest park, per capita in the city. Oppenheimer Park is located in the DEOD (Downtown Eastside Oppenheimer District).
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