For Immediate Release:
March 4, 2011
Media Contact:
Nancy Colvin, 614.629.0303
nancy.colvin@cmaohio.org
CMA’s Beaux Arts Presents Art in Bloom
(Columbus, OH) - Celebrate Art in Bloom with the Beaux Arts Auxiliary of CMA ! Experience the sight, sound, and scent of celebration as thirty-five talented designers interpret Museum masterpieces with live floral arrangements April 7 - 10. Plan to “dance your petals off” at any or all of three related events that promise fabulous food, lively entertainment, and fun. Tickets for all events are available by visiting www.columbusmuseum.org
Cuttin Loose…Your Petals, Too
April 7, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Be the first to see the beautiful floral installations in the Museum’s newly renovated galleries at the opening night Gala that treats you to live 1970s music; sumptuous hors d’oeuvres from Columbus’s finest restaurants; dance stations choreographed by BalletMet dancers, boutiques, silent auction bargains; and a raffle with a great selection of prizes and a Footloose surprise!
Tickets are $60 per person; $110 per couple
Tiptoe Through the Tulips
April 8, 12:00 – 2:30 PM
This 1960s Retro Luncheon & our first ever “Strut Your Stuff Show” stars YOU and your favorite shoes. Strut your stuff down our petal-strewn runway wearing your Best Boot, Pinnacle Pump, Sexiest Sandal, Funkiest Footwear, or Standout Shoe. You don't want to miss this special event. Celebrity judges will award prizes to Best in Show.
Tickets are $120 per person; $1000 for a table of 10
Jitterbug & Saddle Shoes Tea
April 9, 12:00 – 2:30 PM
Revisit the tastes, sounds, and memories of the 1950s at our ever-popular, table-served High Tea, featuring teas and a talk by I Chen of Zen Cha Tea Salon and traditional Tea “goodies.” Our speaker, Mary Ann Ferguson-Rich, will discuss the currently popular art of growing heirloom vegetables. Among other honors, Ms. Rich serves on the board of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., is a Life Flower Show Judge, and is past president of Garden Clubs of Ohio.
I-Cheng, proprietor of Zen Cha Teal Salon, will provide commentary about his specialty teas that accompany delicious sweet and savory tea fate a the table-served tea.
Tickets are $45 per person
Art in Bloom is supported by Dr. Dale Anderson and Mary Montgomery, Howard and Hannah Pirwitz, Nordstrom, Nationwide, Barcelona’s Sidecar Global Catering, German Village Garten Club, Cameron Mitchell, G. Michael’s Bistro, Zen Cha Tea Salon, Leslie Huntington, Lemongrass Fusion Bistro, Moretti’s, Mozart’s, Panera Bread, Z Cucina, Heidelberg Distributing, Charles Penzone, Park Creek Kitchen, Whole Foods Market, Polaris Fashion Place, Patricia Getha, Professional Photographer, Linda Wesner of Marcia Evans Gallery, A.K. Simon, Dickinson Interiors, Northwest Title, James Nichols, BalletMet, Fresh Market, Granville Gourmet Whoopie Pies, Bon Vie Bistro, Starbucks, Yosick’s Artisan Chocolates, Saks Fifth Avenue, ms consultants, Bob Evans Farms, Inc., Maramor Chocolates, Phil Keller Farm Market, OSU’s Fisher School of Business, Dance Plus Ballroom, DSW, Huffman’s Market, and Pepperidge Farm.
The Columbus Museum of Art creates great experiences with great art for everyone. The Columbus Foundation, the Greater Columbus Arts Council, Nationwide Foundation, and the Ohio Arts Council provide ongoing support. CMA and the Museum Store are open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and until 8:30 PM every Thursday. The Palette Express is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For additional information, call 614.221.4848 or visit www.columbusmuseum.org.
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March 4, 2011
Media Contact:
Nancy Colvin, 614.629.0303
nancy.colvin@cmaohio.org
CMA’s Beaux Arts Presents Art in Bloom
(Columbus, OH) - Celebrate Art in Bloom with the Beaux Arts Auxiliary of CMA ! Experience the sight, sound, and scent of celebration as thirty-five talented designers interpret Museum masterpieces with live floral arrangements April 7 - 10. Plan to “dance your petals off” at any or all of three related events that promise fabulous food, lively entertainment, and fun. Tickets for all events are available by visiting www.columbusmuseum.org
Cuttin Loose…Your Petals, Too
April 7, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Be the first to see the beautiful floral installations in the Museum’s newly renovated galleries at the opening night Gala that treats you to live 1970s music; sumptuous hors d’oeuvres from Columbus’s finest restaurants; dance stations choreographed by BalletMet dancers, boutiques, silent auction bargains; and a raffle with a great selection of prizes and a Footloose surprise!
Tickets are $60 per person; $110 per couple
Tiptoe Through the Tulips
April 8, 12:00 – 2:30 PM
This 1960s Retro Luncheon & our first ever “Strut Your Stuff Show” stars YOU and your favorite shoes. Strut your stuff down our petal-strewn runway wearing your Best Boot, Pinnacle Pump, Sexiest Sandal, Funkiest Footwear, or Standout Shoe. You don't want to miss this special event. Celebrity judges will award prizes to Best in Show.
Tickets are $120 per person; $1000 for a table of 10
Jitterbug & Saddle Shoes Tea
April 9, 12:00 – 2:30 PM
Revisit the tastes, sounds, and memories of the 1950s at our ever-popular, table-served High Tea, featuring teas and a talk by I Chen of Zen Cha Tea Salon and traditional Tea “goodies.” Our speaker, Mary Ann Ferguson-Rich, will discuss the currently popular art of growing heirloom vegetables. Among other honors, Ms. Rich serves on the board of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., is a Life Flower Show Judge, and is past president of Garden Clubs of Ohio.
I-Cheng, proprietor of Zen Cha Teal Salon, will provide commentary about his specialty teas that accompany delicious sweet and savory tea fate a the table-served tea.
Tickets are $45 per person
Art in Bloom is supported by Dr. Dale Anderson and Mary Montgomery, Howard and Hannah Pirwitz, Nordstrom, Nationwide, Barcelona’s Sidecar Global Catering, German Village Garten Club, Cameron Mitchell, G. Michael’s Bistro, Zen Cha Tea Salon, Leslie Huntington, Lemongrass Fusion Bistro, Moretti’s, Mozart’s, Panera Bread, Z Cucina, Heidelberg Distributing, Charles Penzone, Park Creek Kitchen, Whole Foods Market, Polaris Fashion Place, Patricia Getha, Professional Photographer, Linda Wesner of Marcia Evans Gallery, A.K. Simon, Dickinson Interiors, Northwest Title, James Nichols, BalletMet, Fresh Market, Granville Gourmet Whoopie Pies, Bon Vie Bistro, Starbucks, Yosick’s Artisan Chocolates, Saks Fifth Avenue, ms consultants, Bob Evans Farms, Inc., Maramor Chocolates, Phil Keller Farm Market, OSU’s Fisher School of Business, Dance Plus Ballroom, DSW, Huffman’s Market, and Pepperidge Farm.
The Columbus Museum of Art creates great experiences with great art for everyone. The Columbus Foundation, the Greater Columbus Arts Council, Nationwide Foundation, and the Ohio Arts Council provide ongoing support. CMA and the Museum Store are open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and until 8:30 PM every Thursday. The Palette Express is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For additional information, call 614.221.4848 or visit www.columbusmuseum.org.
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