Dreaming of art

If you want to get a jump-start on your artfully cool weekend, shop ’till you drop this Thursday night at the Mid City Merchants’ A Mid City Night’s Dream. Nearly a dozen art galleries in Mid City will stay open from 6-9 p.m. for a special evening art crawl, featuring new works, refreshments and lots of discounts for those looking to give their homes a little summer sprucing. Check midcitymerchants.org for more information.