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Art in bloom

BY BILL BRADLEY What would the beginnings of summer be without the taste of strawberries? That delicious fruit, and beautiful garden surroundings, share the spotlight with 23 artists this Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm at 169 David St. (off Paris St.
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Artists Nancy Barber, Maggie Nardi and Lori Wall are participating in the Canadian Mental Health Association's Art in Bloom fundraiser.

BY BILL BRADLEY

What would the beginnings of summer be without the taste of strawberries? That delicious fruit, and beautiful garden surroundings, share the spotlight with 23 artists this Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm at 169 David St. (off Paris St.) The event is the annual Art in Bloom fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branch in Sudbury.


"Art in Bloom is an eclectic gathering of artists and crafts people mingling with the public in a relaxed garden setting," says Marion Quigley, executive director of the CMHA.

The event will feature displays of art by artists as well as musical entertainment. Artwork will include paintings, wreaths, pottery and jewelry.

"Jewelry may prove to be popular as it seems to a woman's fashion trend lately. We also have some new artists from North Bay and Trout Creek, bringing stained glass and ironwork suited for garden settings," said Quigley.

Art in Bloom is becoming more popular every year.

"We started five years ago with just one location for our venue but as our guests swelled in numbers, up to nearly 400 last year, a whole cross section of men and women, we have added two adjoining houses at 165 and 175 David St. with their magnificent gardens," she said.

It could be what's for dessert that is drawing the crowds. "We offer a choice of desserts including chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberries with Devon cream, sort of like a custard, and strawberry shortcake," said Quigley.

The event is a fundraiser for the programs and services of the Mental Health Association in the Sudbury and Manitoulin Districts. Of art purchased on site, 10 percent of each sale is donated to the local CMHA office. "We serve 700 clients and the money raised goes to providing information services and social activities."

The event will continue rain of shine thanks to the tents being set up said Quigley.

Art in Bloom is also wheelchair accessible.

Tickets are $12 in advance at Black Cat Too and 111 Elm St. or $15 at the door. For more information, phone 675-7252.


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