Mandala Mural Dedication + V2 Gallery Opening

918 E. McMillan Street
Cincinnati, OH 45206

ArtWorks + Esoteric Mandala Mural Dedication, followed by the opening of Enchanted Life: Finding Magic in the Everyday

Join ArtWorks, Esoteric Brewing Company, and Model Group to celebrate the completion of this mandala-inspired mural on Friday, July 26 from 3-5 p.m. at Esoteric Brewing, located at 918 E McMillan Street in Walnut Hills.

Designed by Visual and Community Artist Radha Lakshmi, this gateway mural at Historic Peebles Corner serves as a welcoming landmark for both locals and visitors. The mural is a symbol of beauty, resilience, and unity, embodying the spirit of the community. A dedicated team of eight ArtWorks Apprentices, aged 16 to 21, completed the mural under the guidance of Teaching Artists Thomas Osorio and Hanna Smith.

This event is free and open to the public. Presentation begins at 3:30pm.

After the dedication, please join us for the opening of the exhibition “Enchanted Life: Finding Magic in the Everyday,” from 5:00 - 7:00 pm across the street at ArtWorks' V2 gallery, located at 929 E. McMillan Street, 45206.

Spearheaded by migrant Argentinian Artist Julia O. Bianco, the exhibition aims to open the realm of possibility in our everyday experiences and re-examine discarded objects through the lens of enchantment. New works by emerging artists (ages 16-24) and Bianco will be displayed side-by-side, the culmination of many weeks of work this spring and summer.

This event is free and open to the public. Works displayed are for sale, with proceeds going directly to the artists.

Accessibility Notice: The gallery’s middle entrance has stairs, while the far right and left entrances provide ADA accessibility with ramp access and sidewalk entry. The environment is free of loud sounds or moving lights, and seating is available. Additionally, a sensory kit is available upon request at the front desk. The gallery is equipped with a first aid kit. Please note that there are no restrooms on site.

Parking: A free community parking lot is located on the corner of Copelen St. and E McMillan across from Fireside Pizza. Additional parking:
· Paid Parking lot located behind PNC Bank (Directly across from free community parking lot).
· There are various side streets with parking near the ArtWorks office and V2 Gallery. Melrose Ave, right behind PNC. Chatham Street and Stanton Ave on either side of Green Man Park.
· Limited street parking along Gilbert Ave and E. McMillan, including right in front of our building (2460 Gilbert Ave).

Sensory Kit: Designed for individuals with various neurodivergences, this kit includes:
· Earplugs and folding noise-canceling headphones (for adults and children) to mitigate overwhelming noise.
· Sticky notes for covering sensors.
· A small bottle of hand lotion for soothing.
· Sensory toys: a fidget cube and Wikki Stix.
· Alcohol-free hand sanitizing wipes.
· Communication cards: visual aids for nonverbal communication and speech delay.
· Small pocket notebook and pen.
· Large print word puzzle.
· Sensory mats and a weighted lap pad.
· Polarized sunglasses.