Community, Park Forest

Tall Grass Arts Association’s 60th Annual Beaux Arts Ball and Fundraiser to be Held on Saturday, March 11


2017 Honoree is Janet Muchnik

Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 4, 2017.  Tall Grass Arts Association will host its 60th Annual Beaux Arts Ball and fundraiser ‘A Night with Marie Antoinette: Let Them Eat Cake’ on Saturday, March 11 at Ravisloe Country Club 18231 Park Avenue in Homewood. Proceeds will benefit the Tall Grass Gallery and School.

The even’s activities will include a silent auction, live auction with dinner and dancing.  Guests will have the opportunity to support Tall Grass’ mission: to cultivate and promote artists and the arts.

The event will feature electronic bidding for auction items.  All bidding will be done through your cell phone or computer.  You can bid from anywhere, anytime before the close of the auction on March 11th 2 9:30 p.m. CST from your own device.  You can event get an update if you are outbid.  Register for the event at www.tallgrass.gesture.com to view the auction items and begin bidding.  No cell phone? No problem. Volunteers will be available at the Ball to act as your personal shopper.

This year, Tall Grass is inviting its guest to stay at the luxurious La Banque Hotel in Homewood.  By mentioning you are attending the Tall Grass Arts Ball at Ravisloe, special pricing will be available and you will receive free complementary shuttle service to and from the event.  To reserve a room, please call 708-708-6000 as soon as possible as there are a limited number of rooms that will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

Program for the Evening

6:00 p.m. – Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction

7:00 p.m. – Tribute to Honoree Janet Muchnik

7:15 p.m. – Invocation and Dinner followed by music and dancing.

This year’s Honoree, Janet Muchnik is a well-known champion of the arts and culture.  Janet is a long-time supporter and promoter of artists, art exhibits, Tall Grass Arts Association, the Tall Grass Gallery and School, the Park Forest Art Fair, and various other arts events and groups.  She has made significant contributions to several regional communities through her service, volunteerism, and leadership.

Individual tickets are $125 each.  You can also sponsor a table for 10 for $1,250.  Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.  Please make your reservation no later than Friday, February 24.

Reservations can be made online here or by calling 708-748-3377.  Reservations can be paid by cash, check or charge on Visa, Mastercard or Discover Card.

For additional information call the Gallery at 708-748-3377 or email [email protected].

Tall Grass Arts Association is located at 367 Artists Walk in DownTown Park Forest. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Source: www.tallgrassarts.org

 


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