[Highland Park] Dilworth Traditional Academy hosts "Reflections of Childhood" Art Auction
More than two dozen local artists have used a variety of media--ranging from collage and decoupage to acrylic paint and woodcarving--to create a collection of unique mirrors as well as original art pieces that will serve as the centerpiece of "Reflections of Childhood: A Celebration and Art Auction." On Friday, February 20, art lovers will have an opportunity to bid on these one-of-a-kind mirrors and art pieces when The Dilworth Traditional Academy for the Arts & Humanities, a Pittsburgh Public School, hosts a fund-raising event in the school's auditorium at 6200 Stanton Avenue, East Liberty/Highland Park. KDKA's Jon Burnett will host as auctioneer for the event. Admission to the adult-only event, which will feature musical entertainment and refreshments, is $5 per couple. This unique event was conceived by neighborhood activists, teachers, and parents and has the full support from the schools principal. According to Dilworth Principal Robert F. O'Keefe. "The art auction is designed to promote interest in the arts and humanities, create broader awareness of Dilworth within the community and demonstrates to educational funders that the school community is taking an active role. Construction Junction--a 30,000-square-foot warehouse in Point Breeze that sells new and used building materials--donated the supplies needed to assemble the 30 mirrors, which range in size from large floor mirrors to small wall mirrors. The February 20 festivities, beginning at 6:00 pm and concluding at 9:00 pm, will include: LIVE AUCTION Bid on mirrors and original art works created by 30 prominent artists including; Cheryl Capezzuti, Marybeth Steisslinger, Joann Kieler, Barbara Mingus & students of Dilworth, Gary Pletsch, Joann Pratt, Davia Davis, Justin Rothshank & Union Project artists, Mary Lois Verrilla, Rogers-CAPA students;Natalie Blake, Courtney Moore & Julia Cahill, Diane DeNardo, Nikki Kalcevic, Stephanie Flow, Tim Stavenger, Mario Rossero, Barbara Kalin, Valda Cox, Denise McPherson, Maritza Mosquero, Emily Maleson, Howard Booth, Adam Shreckhise, Tom Vegandy, Charlotte Ambrass, Mara Linaberger, Madelyn Roehrig, Roger Laib. SILENT AUCTION Pittsburgh Children's Museum, Dance Alloy, Pittsburgh Film Makers, Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Andy Warhol Museum, Mary Miller Dance, Artist & Craftsman Supply, Carnegie Science Center, Color Me Mine, Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Point Park College, Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Frick Art Museum, City Theatre, Squonk Opera, Silver Eye Photography Center, WQED, Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Penguins, Pittsburgh Zoo, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, East End Food Co-Op, Breadworks, Manchester, Bidwell Corporation, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Whole Foods, Giant Eagle, National Avery, Hambones, Arsenal Bowling Lanes, Build a Bear, Duquesne Athletics. RAFFLE Take a chance on winning one of many gift baskets donated by each grade level with contributions from their families. The public is invited to attend "Reflections of Childhood: A Celebration and Art Auction." Adults Only Please. Tickets will be available at the door and for additional information contact Mrs. Merrihew at 412-665-5000. Tania
On Friday, February 20, art lovers will have an opportunity to bid on these one-of-a-kind mirrors and art pieces when The Dilworth Traditional Academy for the Arts & Humanities, a Pittsburgh Public School, hosts a fund-raising event in the school's auditorium at 6200 Stanton Avenue, East Liberty/Highland Park. KDKA's Jon Burnett will host as auctioneer for the event. Admission to the adult-only event, which will feature musical entertainment and refreshments, is $5 per couple.
Tania Grubbs and Mary Beth Steisslinger asked me to mention that there is limited space at St. Andrew's preschool for child care during the art auction at Dilworth. Child care will be available from 5:30 pm to 9:45 pm for a flat fee. There is only space for about 25 children, so call ASAP to make a reservation for your child: Tania Grubbs (412-xxx-xxxx), or Mary Beth Steisslinger (412-xxx-xxxx) For more information about the art auction at Dilworth, see Tania's announcement: <http://www.highlandpark.pgh.pa.us/pipermail/neighborhood/2004-January/000186.html> Rudy
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Rudolph T Maceyko
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Tania Grubbs