Art Show for Urns

Since I talked about ashes and disposing of remains last week, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention "From Here To Eternity," a gallery show that (according to a press release I just received) features "artful objects which can be enjoyed now but also serve a dual purpose as vessels to preserve those we cherish. When Fido, Aunt Tillie or Grandpa Ned pass on and all that remains are their ashes, this is the artful alternative to a funeral home offering. Included works are by clay artists Natalie Blake (Vermont), and Michael and Christine Adcock (California) along with a sampling of work by Dana Major (Chicago) and Mark Orr (Michigan)."

The show (at an unfortunately-named place called At the Gallery, 135 North Oak Park Avenue in Oak Park) runs through June 17.