Animal Welfare Society Hosts 4Thannual Art Auction
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Contact: Kerrie Leclair, , 207-985-3244 x123
Animal Welfare Society Hosts 4thAnnual Art Auction
WEST KENNEBUNK, Maine – May 22 – The Animal Welfare Society (AWS) today announced its fourth annual art auction to be held Sunday, June 2nd at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport.
“We are beyond excited at the outpouring of generosity for this event,” said Gail Arnold, former board president and on of the auction committee’s chairs. “The artists of our community have been so kind.” More than 80 artists have committed to donating a piece to this year’s event, with 100% of auction sales going directly to the animals.
This year’s event will include a silent auction and live auction. “There is something for everyone at every price level,” said Kerrie Leclair, director of development at the shelter. “There is every medium represented and every subject matter. We have some incredible pieces this year.”
Artists that have committed to contributing to this year’s event include (subject to change): E. F. 'Tina' Ambrose*, LeonAnderson, JamesBangs, Joseph Barnett, ChristopherBecker, JoyBiddle*, Paul V.Bonneau, Richard Bresnahan, Claude Breton, MaryByrom, Mimi GregoireCarpenter, EveCorey, Bess Cutler, CherylDahn, RobertDennis, IonaDesmond, JanetDuncan, MargaretEnder, DavidFouts, Compliments Gallery, LindaGerson, Shannon Gott Gordon, LouiseGryzbowski, GloriaGustafson, FrankHandlen, Anne BurnettHidell, Peter Hoff, ClaudiaHopf, RobinHoyt, SteveHrehovcik, Gretchen Huber, Bill Huston, Rae Ingwersen, JenneJames, Ken Janes, BeverlyJockers, NormaJohnsen, Donna Kabay, R.E. Kennedy, Mary AnnKennedy, SusanLevenson, CarolLummus, Ernestine MosmanLyman, Andrea Mabee, Rene Messer, SusanneMiller, Evelyn Moreshead, M. L.Norton, SylviaOrchard, Gwen Page, MichaelPalmer, Suzanne M.Payne, EllenPelletier, Scott Potter, RonPrevoir, Deborah Randall, RichardReminger, Meredith Reynells, LouisRizzo, MarjorieRizzo, Gordon Robinson*, Holly C. Ross, CarolSantora, Laura Savard, NadineSchoepfle, Kelly JoShows, Tony Sienicki, Sue Speers, David Sullivan, JanVan Tassell, LindaVan Tassell, PriscilleVerrier, Tony Viehmann, RichardWinslow, CharlieWright, Wade Zahares and Mel Zeoli.
*Deceased, art donated by private collections.
Many of the pieces to be auctioned can be viewed on the event Facebook page at
A silent auction and an artist reception will begin at 3pm, with many artists on hand to discuss their work. Live music will be provided by Jara Goodrich of the Portland Symphony Orchestra. Bidding on the live auction pieces will begin at 5pm with Kent Driscoll serving as auctioneer. Driscoll, an auctioneer with J.J. Keating Auctions, is donating his time. The event emcee is Suzanne Nance of MPBN.
The event has been generously underwritten by Biddeford Savings with support from Atlantic Holdings, Kathy & David Hardwick, Kathy & Chris Hughes and Kennebunk Beach Realty. “Our sponsors have allowed us to ensure that event expenses are covered,” said Kerrie Leclair, director of development at the shelter. “Art buyers can be assured that their purchase directly goes to animal care.”
Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door, and include two glasses of wine and complimentary heavy hors d’ouevres. Tickets are available in advance by calling 207-985-3244 x123.
About The Animal Welfare Society
The Animal Welfare Society, a non-profit organization, exists to provide humane shelter and care to companion animals temporarily in need of housing, to assist in disaster response and to further the cause of responsible animal adoption and ownership through education and public awareness. The society actively promotes kindness, the elimination of cruelty and neglect to all animals, and the lifelong commitment of people to their pets.
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