BING Art Books

03/01/2018

“There are other story times at our local library,” says Nena Szczepanski, “but nothing as fun or diverse as South Side Story Time.” Discover why a reimagined monthly story time compels Nena to drive forty minutes from her Indiana home to BING Art Books and Currency Exchange Café to participate.

How a South Chicago Story Time Is Catering to Modern Families

02/27/2018

For Black History Month and Women's History Month, BING Art Books is offering an array of titles on loan from the Johnson Publishing Library at the Stony Island Arts Bank focusing on the Black Panther Party and the vital role that women have played in the fight for gender and racial equality.
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We're featuring books by BPP founding and key members Huey P. Newton, Bobby Seale and Eldridge Cleaver as well as other Black revolutionaries such as Angela Y. Davis, Stokely Carmichael and H. Rap Brown. Material on women authors and activists include titles by Maya Angelou, Audre Lorde, Ida B. Wells, Shirley Chisholm, and many more.
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Stop in at BING to tangibly explore two important aspects of the ongoing struggle for justice.
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February 1–March 31
12:00-8:00 PM daily
BING | 307 E Garfield Blvd

02/25/2018

TODAY! Work on the Sabbath featuring
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BING | 307 E Garfield Blvd
Feb 25 | 3 - 6p
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Happy Hour, 3 - 4 featuring stylings by resident DJ and drink and food specials from .
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Performance begins at 4PM
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02/03/2018

BING Art Books is kicking off Black History Month with an array of titles on loan from the Johnson Publishing Library at the Stony Island Arts Bank related to the Black Panther Party.

We're featuring books by founding and key members Huey P. Newton, Bobby Seale and Eldridge Cleaver as well as other Black revolutionaries such as Angela Y. Davis, Stokely Carmichael and H. Rap Brown. Also available are historical overviews and perspectives written by non-members.

Stop in at BING any day between 12 Noon–8 PM to learn more about this often misunderstood and misrepresented group of freedom fighters.

02/01/2018

BING Featured Title of the Week for 1/29/18
Jacob Lawrence: A Catalogue Raisonne AND
Over the Line: The Art and Life of Jacob Lawrence

Highlighted this week at BING is the definitive, two-volume overview of Jacob Lawrence’s life and career. Featuring over 900 works spanning 65 years, this collection also offers analysis and historical context for Lawrence’s Harlem roots during the Depression through his work in the late 1990’s.

Still in print for $175, BING has several copies available in like-new condition and still shrink-wrapped, for the incredible price of $50. This is a must-have for every fan of Lawrence’s work. Come grab one while they last!

01/28/2018

TODAY! 3:00-6:00pm Join us at BING (307 E Garfield Blvd) for Work in the Sabbath featuring Nola Adé! Adé’s music and message is honors the traditions of the past, being unafraid of the present, and unapologetically blending the past and present to create a harmonious future. Join us for spins from Mr. JayToo, music from Nola and Yaw!

01/26/2018

Tonight! It's After Hours on the Arts Block! In conjunction with the opening of Eclipsing: The Politics of Night, The Politics of Light at the Arts Incubator, the Currency Exchange Cafe will be staying open until 11pm and offering special menu items. BING will be open until 9pm and will be offering 20% OFF ALL BOOKS FROM 7-9! Come say hello and check out the new layout!

01/17/2018

BING has returned to its original location on 307 East Garfield Boulevard, and is now open daily! Our great selection of titles on art, photography, architecture, design, and more are now available for browsing and purchase. Come on by to explore our inventory, study, or hang out with a cup of tea and enjoy the music.

Look for updates regarding upcoming book clubs, author readings, live music, and much more. These events will take place at the bookstore and at the Currency Exchange Café, our sister business located next door.

BING’s new hours are 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, seven days a week. For additional information, contact the Currency Exchange Café at 773-855-9163.