Art Auction and Curator’s Talk for “Sheltered,”  an art benefit for animals at risk, 5:30 – 9 pm

“Da Molly Lama” by Sergio Cuarenta

The closing reception for this nationally curated exhibit to raise awareness of homeless animals will feature a silent auction of art from the show and other donated items, as well as a talk by curator Ryann Casey.

Auction tables will open at 5:30 pm and close at 8 pm. Proceeds will be donated to three nonprofit animal welfare agencies: Alley Cat Allies, 4 R Friends, and Mow Wow Animals.

At 6 pm Casey, a professor of photography and art history based in Philadelphia, will speak on art, empathy, and action.

Following Casey’s presentation, Dr. Jean Rabinowitz, founder of 4 R Friends – one of the exhibit’s beneficiaries – will speak on animals at risk and how to keep pets happy, healthy, and at home.

The event will also feature wine-tasting with Hawley Winery, a special all-vegan menu by Culinerdy Cruzer, and vegan cupcakes by Let Them Eat Cake Cafe, plus vegan treats from Pet Food Express to take home to your animal friends.

For more information, visit http://shelteredartshow.org/