The pARTy

EVENT ATTIRE:

Step into the spotlight and dress for the red carpet! Think Oscars night glamour with an artistic twist—elevated, expressive, and celebration-ready. From classic black tie to bold, creative statements, this is your moment to shine.

THE pARTy:

This unforgettable fundraiser supports our mission to foster creative expression in the visual arts, for all ages and abilities, through education and exhibitions—because when we invest in the arts, we invest in a thriving, connected community. The pARTy begins with our 10x10 Name Unseen Silent Auction, cocktails, and art-making activities, followed by fine dining, paddle raise, and a full celebration in Lions Park under the stars. 

All proceeds from the auction and pARTy go to support the Art Base's efforts to make art and creativity available to all. 

Art Base Summer pARTy Menu

First Course
Roaring Fork Mixed Greens - local stone fruit, pickled onions, goat cheese, dukkah seasoning, peach thyme vinaigrette (gf)

Second Course 
Selections (please choose yours)

• Adobo Ginger Short Rib with garlic sesame polenta, seasonal vegetables, black garlic demi (df, gf)

or

• Halibut Puttanesca with olive tapenade, tomato olive stew, seasonal vegetable, herb roasted potatoes (gf)

or

• Adobo Miso Lentils with grilled corn salsa, sesame lime vinaigrette (df, gf, vegan)

Dessert Course

Chocolate Tahini Tart with a salted pretzel crust (gf)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

5:00 – 6:45 PM at the Art Base, 174 Midland Avenue

• Cocktail Reception
• Creativity corners to make your own art
• 10x10 Name Unseen Silent Auction viewing & bidding
• Silent Auction bidding will end promptly at 6:45 PM   

7:00 – 9:00 PM at Lions Park (Rides will be available)

• Plated, served dinner catered by the Farmer & The Chef
• Presentation of the Melva Bucksbaum Dedication to the Arts Award
• Paddle Raise
• Dessert

10 x 10 Name Unseen Silent Auction

(Registration and bidding begin July 31st at 10 AM) 

The 10x10 Name Unseen Silent Auction is an exhibition showcasing local artists who have generously donated a 10x10 artwork. All panels are available for bidding starting at $100. All proceeds from the auction and pARTy go to support the Art Base's efforts to make art and creativity available to all.

BIDDING IN THE AUCTION:

• Bidding begins at 10 AM on July 31 and closes at 6:30 PM on August 15.
• Opening Reception Friday, July 31, 5 – 7 PM.
• All bidding will take place on your mobile device. 
• You will receive a text message if you have been outbid on an item. 
• All winning bidders will have their credit card on file charged once the auction closes. 

Our sincere gratitude to all of the talented 10x10 artists. 

Sponsors

Thank you for championing community, creativity, and accessible art education for all.