Burchfield Penney Art Center Art Auction & Gala
Location
November 5, 2010 • 6 – 11 pm, Mary Seaton Room, Kleinhans Music Hall
Creative Black Tie
As a second year in our new building draws to a close, it's once again time to celebrate. Stanley & Leticia Kardonsky and Burton & Patricia Notarius, with the Burchfield Penney Board of Trustees, cordially invite you to the 2010 Burchfield Penney Art Center Auction & Gala. The year's auction features stunning works by more than a hundred of our region's most accomplished artists. Their creativity and generosity exemplify the true spirit of the Western New York cultural community. We hope you're able to share this exciting evening, dining and dancing with friends. Join us—and experience a work of art.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available by calling 716-878-3739 or by mailing the RSVP card to Rachel Anthone, Burchfield Penney Art Center at Buffalo State College, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222
Art Auction
With works by such a diverse group of Western New York's most accomplished artists, the 2010 Art Auction serves as a vivid reflection of our permanent collection and the exhibitions that have graced the Burchfield Penney's galleries over the years.
The majority of the more than 100 works will be part of a Silent Auction.
Select works will be part of a Live Auction led by Cash Cunningham.
Entertainment
Music by After Hours
Music during the cocktail hour.
Celebrity Artist
Our 2010 "celebrity artist" is Ted Pietrzak. As a celebration of his tenure as director of the Burchfield Penney, Ted is creating his own work of art to be unveiled at the Gala as a special part of the Live Auction.
Cocktails & Dinner
The cocktail hour will feature a tasting of premium selected single malt scotches.
Courtesy of The Premier Group.
Dinner will be a dual entrée prepared by Oliver's, with wine pairing selections.
Venice Vacation Drawing
Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip for two to Venice, Italy. One lucky couple will enjoy a rare opportunity to experience Venetian culture, tour wineries, and explore the scenic beauty of Italy. If you are unable to attend the Gala, you are still welcome to purchase tickets for this raffle.
The trip will take place March 2 – 8, 2011.
Tickets are $100 each and sale is limited to a maximum of 250 tickets.
The trip includes:
• Round trip airfare for two from Buffalo to Venice
• Deluxe accommodations in Soave and Treviso
• Tours of multiple wineries and vineyards
• A free day in Venice
• Exceptional lunches and dinners
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