Join us as we mark a milestone—our 25th anniversary of championing creativity, vision, and the arts. Longtime Supporter and Guest of Honor Cindy Shanker will join us to commemorate this special occasion.
The event will mark the official launch of our debut publication - a book to celebrate the remarkable history of Arts of Life, Circle Contemporary, and the many artists we have supported. It commemorates our first quarter century as an artist collective and working gallery and highlights a select group of artists who exemplify our core values.
Come raise a glass, meet the artists, eat some cake, and be part of a celebration dedicated to art and community. Here's to the next 25 years!
Planning Committee: Mikala Durall - Tyra Jenkins - Vincent Uribe
Host Committee: Teniola Odunsi - Nancy Carter - Ann Brunett - Julie and Michael Gustafson - Steve and Claudia Austin - Kristen Larkin - Eleazar Vazquez - Leonor Vanik - Hilary Marshall - Alexis Bassett - Jo Dee Sharps Walsh and John Walsh - Dana Juhasz - Cortney Lederer and Stefan Teodosic - Sue and Stuart Greenberg - Gail Weisman
Decorations led by Paula Delahanty
Sounds By: Blesstonio and Prosperity Room
Ballons by Rich Berggreen, Face painting by Monkee Paint
Videography by Josh Fisch + Tyler Colgan
*Festive party attire is encouraged
SCHEDULE
**Online advance bidding will pause at noon on SAT 2/22 and continue during the event as a silent auction**
1-1:30 | VIP Welcome Toast/ Artist Meet and Greet
1:30 | General admission entry
2:00 | Welcome Remarks
2:15 | Program + Honoree Acknowledgements
2:50 | Book Introduction and Author Readings
3:15 | Cake Cutting / Silent Auction ends
3:20 | Dance Party
ACCESSIBILITY
-This venue is wheelchair accessible all on one level without any steps to enter.
-the Howard Redline station is about 5 blocks away
-The venue offers a gender-neutral family restroom as well as separate male and female marked restrooms which we welcome our guests to use whichever restroom they feel most comfortable using.
-An ASL interpreter will be on-site throughout the event
-Optional face masks and ear plugs are available at front check-in
-Gluten-free, nut-free, daily fairly free, and alcohol-free menu items will be offered.
PARKING
-The venue has a limited number of parking spots which we are prioritizing for our VIP guests and wheelchair users as well as those with mobility needs. There is metered street parking surrounding the venue as well as a paid city lot across the street. If you have mobility issues and need to confirm an onsite parking spot please reach out to us in advance.
For additional support contact events@artsoflife.org
