Smack Mellon’s annual fundraiser is tomorrow, Saturday, May 1st, at 4pm. The event is their annual Kentucky Derby Party & Art Auction Benefit. Throughout the Derby-themed event, enjoy mint juleps and home-style southern food. Guests bet on horses (which determines the order in which artwork is selected) and the race is projected large on the gallery wall.
A $250 ticket admits 2 people and guarantees an artwork. Tickets are available by calling 718.834.8761 or online smackmellon.org/index.php?cID=801
The benefit will raise funds to support Smack Mellon’s programs, which include the Exhibition Program which features large scale projects by emerging and under-recognized artists in the 6,000 square foot waterfront gallery; the Artist Studio Program that provides artists with free studio space, access to fabrication and media equipment, and a $5,000 fellowship; and two free educational programs, Art Ready, and Summer Arts Initiative, providing innovative art programming to NYC Youth.
This is a critical time for Smack Mellon. Like many other non-profit organizations, Smack Mellon has had a particularly challenging year due to reduced funding from foundations that were forced to radically cut back as a result of the economic down turn. Support at this time is more crucial than ever. The Kentucky Derby Party & Art Auction Benefit is a great way to enjoy the community, the race, and the art, while helping an important arts organization!
The details, artist list and images of work are available on line. Follow the link to see more: smackmellon.org/index.php?cID=801
