JULY NEWSLETTER — What’s on in July
Of course the big ArtSpring event of July is our much-anticipated annual Treasure Fair Fundraiser July 16-19, with the online catalogue going live on July 2. With donated items at another all-time high, the community has responded with enthusiasm and generosity to towards supporting our fundraising goals. Thank you.
This year the headliner item sure to get attention is the generous donation from Carole Brown of her 2004 Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. It was an emotional and difficult decision for her to part with such a beautiful and meticulously maintained piece, and we are truly honoured she decided to contribute it to our cause. A very meaningful gift indeed, and we hope it finds a home where it can shine.
We encourage everyone to register to bid, and by doing so, you are invited to our Sneak Peek Preview Gala just prior to the auction going live. Every year, our tremendous Treasure Fair committee of volunteers work tirelessly to assemble a museum-quality exhibition of all items up for auction in the ArtSpring Gallery.
This year, the committee has decided to bring back a “blast from the past.” Ten new items per day from July 17-19 will only be available by silent auction in ArtSpring’s Jankura Lounge through old-fashioned paper bidding. Visit the display, linger for coffee, place your bid, re-visit in time for final bids, and the winner is declared at 3pm each day.
The rationale from the committee? In this digital world, let’s bring back a human connection component. A reason for people to meet and mingle and discuss. To welcome bidders who may not have access to or feel comfortable with technology. We are creating an opportunity to help include everyone.
ArtSpring is also excited to announce our not-to-be-missed Treasure Fair concert “Dead Ringer” on Friday July 18, starring Zachary Stevenson. Those of you who remember his sold-out Buddy Holly tribute in our 2023/24 Season will recall what nostalgic fun that concert was. We invite you to return again and dance in the aisles.
From community and visiting productions, ArtSpring welcomes Land & Lineage on July 4 from The Imaginelle Mystery School and Naomi Jason and our local Painters Guild is back with their beloved Summer Show and Sale.
See you at ArtSpring!
Howard R. Jang
Executive & Artistic Director
ArtSpring
