The Marion Art Center is seeking art contributions for the MAC’s annual summer fundraiser, Cocktails by the Sea. The fundraising committee will collect a limited number of high quality items, including original artwork, fine reproductions (must be framed), ceramics, glass, jewelry and more. Experience packages are also welcome for the silent auction. Those who wish to contribute should email auction coordinators Joanne Petrie and Errin Chapin at auction@marionartcenter.org. Save the date for this popular event scheduled on Friday, July 28 from 5:30-8:30 pm at the home of Trevor and Ann Hatton located at 183 Front Street in Marion. Members of the Marion Art Center may purchase tickets in advance beginning May 1, while general ticket sales will begin May 15. Be sure to join or renew your MAC membership in order to get your tickets before they sell out. Register online at marionartcenter.org/join.
Members of the MAC are invited to a member appreciation day celebration at the Marion Art Center on Saturday, June 3 from 2:00-4:00 pm. A rain date is scheduled on Sunday, June 4. The MAC will offer free ice cream, face painting, lawn games and live music. This family-friendly event is for any and all MAC members. Those who wish to join the MAC can do so at the event, or sign up ahead of time at marionartcenter.org/join. This event is free to attend, but the MAC requests that members register ahead of time. To RSVP, register online at marionartcenter.org/events, email info@marionartcenter.org, or call 508-748-1266 with name, contact info and number of attendees.