February 4, 2012
Raleigh Marriott City Center
**There are still a few tickets for sale. To purchase please call the gallery at 919.828.7834 ext. 2.
Visual Art Exchange’s “For the Love of Art” auction and gala celebrates its 28th year at the Raleigh Marriott City Center! Join us February 4th, 2012 at the beautiful Raleigh Marriott City Center for an evening of live music, dinner and exciting bidding as 450 art lovers vie for some of the best art the Triangle has to offer. This event supports VAE’s exhibition, education and outreach programs for artists and students.
Agenda
Buffet Dinner 6:30 pm
Silent Auction 5:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Live Auction 8:45 pm – 9:30 pm
Coffee & Dessert 8:00 pm
Silent Auction Closing Schedule:
White Section 7:45 pm
Yellow Section 8:00 pm
Red Section 8:15 pm
Click here for a map to the Marriott
Parking: Complimentary valet parking will be available for all guests. Guests will be given a voucher at registration to use at the end of the evening. There is also plenty of surface and deck parking in the area.
Tickets: No paper tickets will be issued, however everyone’s name and or company will be at registration. It is important to check in at registration. Guests receive their bid cards, complimentary drink tickets, valet vouchers and program at registration.
Attire: The attire is black tie optional.
AuctionPay: For your convenience, VAE uses AuctionPay to process your auction purchases. When you arrive at the event a VAE staff member will swipe your credit card to ensure a secure, accurate and speedy check-out. If you have questions about this process, please contact the gallery at sarah@visualartexchange.org or call 919.828.7834, x 2.
Drink Tickets: Wine, beer and spirits will be available throughout the evening. Two free drink tickets (wine or beer) per ticket holder. Additional drink tickets and tickets for mixed drinks may be purchased at the event.
