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SUMMARY:Night in Paris Gala & Art Auction
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Bay School Community Arts Center for A Night in Paris—an evening of delicious French food and wine\, fine art\, music\, and friendship at the historic estate of Brighton Farm on The East River\, September 27 starting at 5:30 pm. A Members’ Reception will precede the event from 5:00-5:30 pm at Brighton Farm’s Winter House.  Become a member so you too can attend the pre-event festivities and enjoy the many other member benefits offered throughout the year. \nThis year’s Gala & Art Auction offers an opportunity for friendly competition during both silent and live auctions. The Silent Auction will include a variety of original fine art and creative collections of items inspired by our theme.  The Live Auction provides guests an opportunity for spirited bidding on exciting trips in the US and abroad\, culinary and nautical experiences\, and more original fine art! \nOur gracious hosts this year are Robert Williams and Elizabeth Rountree\, owners of Brighton Farm. Located on the East River\, guests will enjoy the breeze off the river while strolling the grounds and enjoying the scenic view. Brighton Farm was built by Herman Hollerith\, founder of the company that later became IBM. Learn more about this historic estate and see pictures that document its history and restoration HERE. \nAll proceeds from the event support the Outreach Programs of the Bay School Community Arts Center. Our outreach efforts are at the heart of what we do\, offering art experiences to underserved communities and those who may not be able to easily come to us. \nExcited to join us for a fun evening and support a worthy cause? \nBUY TICKETS\nWould You Like to Volunteer for the Gala?\nMany tasks are available for our Gala & Art Auction\, A Night in Paris\, September 28. Volunteer tickets to the event are discounted to $100. To get a discount\, volunteers must contribute at least four hours of time. To get the discount\, contact Jennifer at jenschroeder@bayschool-arts.com. See the tasks and sign up HERE. \nWould You Like to Sponsor the Gala & Art Auction?\nWe are still accepting sponsors. If you would like to sponsor the event\, information about the various levels and benefits can be found HERE. \nThank You Sponsors!\n\nFred & Lynn Lyon\nMargie Downing\nVivian Keasler\nRiverside Walter Reed Hospital\nSherri & Harvey Hamm\nDr. Nathan M. Vogt\, DDS\nJiW Architecture\nThe Closing Shop\nElizabeth Ware\nMobjack Associates\nBill & Christine Corbin\nCiCi’s Dog Salon\nBrass Ring Solution\, LLC\nRAW Art\nJosh Junker State Farm\nDan & Judy Johnson\nHole in the Wall Waterfront Grill\nAshby & Marsha Morgan\nVulcan Materials Company\nGloucester Toyota\nTwiggs Ferry Flower Farm\nShop with a Cop\, Inc. – Gloucester\nTracy A. Foster\, Realtor\nSteve & Mary Pope\nTown & Country Sales and Management\nHudgins Design Collaborative\nShane & Jeannine Johnson\nLinda Nelson\nThe Pink Door\nRoane’s Antiques at The Cottage\nInn at Tabbs Creek\nJohn & Kim Hahn\nWilliam & Roxana Andersen\nDrs. Mel & Sonia Schursky\nChesapeake Bank
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/nightinparisgala/
LOCATION:Brighton Farm\, Mathews\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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