Page 14 - Southern Exposure - March '24

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art event

Lighthouse ArtCenter’s 17th Annual

D’Art For Art Fundraiser

Sold-Out Event Kicks Off 60th Anniversary Of The ArtCenter

Providing Arts And Culture To The Community

Lighthouse ArtCenter breath. The ambiance was complemented by the tunes of The funds raised at the D’Art for Art Fundraiser play a
Gallery and School of violinist Carl Schmid, who serenaded guests with iconic crucial role in supporting various programs facilitated by
Art (LAC), a 501(c)(3) ’60s music. Attendees indulged in a delightful culinary Lighthouse ArtCenter. These initiatives include a three-wings
not-for-profit dedicated experience and an array of beverages while exploring artist fellowship, visiting artist fellowship, scholarships
to inspiring, engaging, over 300 pieces of art, including paintings, jewelry, glass, for adult and youth art classes, and outreach to various
and connecting the textiles, sculptures, and ceramics. community organizations including Banner Lake Academy,
community through D’Art for Art centers around the unique concept of Dunbar Early Learning Center, Hobe Sound Early Learning
the universal language “darting” for art. Each attendee was randomly assigned Center, El Sol, Edna W. Runner Tutorial Center, Jupiter
of art, hosted its 17th to a famous ’60s artist or band, and when the name was Medical Center, Senior ArtReach at Mangrove Bay and
Annual D’Art for Art called, it was their turn to “dart” for a piece of art to take ArtBoxes filled with art supplies and lessons for El Sol and
Fundraiser. The sold-out home, creating an interactive and engaging experience. Hope Rural School.
event, held on Saturday, Adding an element of excitement, one of the evening’s Additionally, Lighthouse ArtCenter offers art classes for
Jan. 13 at Turtle Creek highlights was the auctioning of an exclusive two-hour veterans, adults and youth with special needs, and mindfulness
Club in Tequesta, Tanya Lorigan and Keith Lorigan private workshop for eight people with one of Lighthouse classes in collaboration with the Center for Child Counseling.
marked the kickoff of ArtCenter’s esteemed instructors. For more information about Lighthouse ArtCenter and
LAC’s 60th-anniversary celebrations, showcasing a vibrant upcoming events, please visit lighthousearts.org.
evening that brought together art enthusiasts and supporters. About Lighthouse ArtCenter
The fundraiser played a pivotal role in raising critical Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art is a
funds to support Lighthouse ArtCenter’s diverse programs, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit founded in 1964 by eight artists and
impactful exhibitions, community outreach initiatives, and Christopher Norton. The ArtCenter is dedicated to the visual
the renovation of the 3-D building. The event not only arts whose mission is to inspire, engage and connect our
exceeded expectations but also set the stage for a year-long community through a vibrant school of art, unique exhibitions
celebration of LAC’s six decades of providing arts and culture and diverse special events. The center has grown into a three-
to the community. building campus with a gallery and 2-D studio, a 3-D studio,
“We are very grateful to our community for their and a jewelry and textile studio. Supported by memberships,
overwhelming support. The success of this event reflects the tuition, grants and donations, Lighthouse ArtCenter serves
ongoing commitment of individuals and businesses to the over 20,000 visitors, 3,000 students, 45 faculty members, 400
flourishing arts and cultural scene in our community,” said summer art campers and a comprehensive outreach program
Executive Director Jeni Licata. to benefit underserved populations. For more information,
Embracing the spirit of the 1960s, guests donned ’60s Suzanne Manzi and Laurie Brower visit https://www.lighthousearts.org.
attire and the evening featured a themed decor including
centerpieces with hand-made and painted Volkswagen
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