Community Corner
Art Auction In Mendham Will Benefit Kids In Foster Care
There is no entry cost for the CASA of Morris and Sussex event at Roxiticus Golf Club on Sept. 12, with live music and more.
MENDHAM, NJ — A New Jersey artist plans to auction more than 50 of her paintings in September to benefit the Court Appointed Special Advocates program.
The auction is planned for Sunday, Sept. 12 at the Roxiticus Golf Club on 179 Bliss Road in Mendham from 1 to 4 p.m.
There’s no entry fee for the event, but attendees must RSVP by Sept. 5. Live music with the Sideshow Kings and Kevin Coughlin, a live modern dance performance by Niccolo Orsolani, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres round out the art auction.
Find out what's happening in Mendham-Chesterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
CASA, which gives a helping hand to children in Morris and Sussex Counties who’ve suffered neglect, abuse or abandonment, will be given proceeds from the auction of artist Mariah Ringhoff’s artworks.
The number 50 is significant for Ringhoff, who said she is celebrating her 50th birthday this year and created “52 paintings and 50 drawings from memories, thoughts or experiences from my 49th year.”
Find out what's happening in Mendham-Chesterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
“As a New Jersey artist, I serve my community by donating my work exclusively to raise money for those in need,” Ringhoff said in a news release from CASA about the event.
Ringhoff’s art can be viewed here on Facebook and here on Instagram.
“We are honored Mariah has chosen to donate her paintings to be auctioned with us,” said CASA’s Executive Director Lisa Firkser.
“The children we serve have suffered tremendously, and proceeds from this auction will support them on their journey to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home,” Firkser added.
CASA volunteers help the children-in-need with various resources, including medical and educational ones, working with them to acquire scholastic necessities like laptops and school supplies. Volunteers with CASA additionally spend time with the kids they help, going to school meetings, court hearings and separate meetings with parties that are part of their child’s individual case.
They also spend time with the children they work with and coordinate birthday and holiday gifts for them.
For more information about CASA and to RSVP for the event, visit www.casamsc.org.
Questions or comments about this story? Have a news tip? Contact me at: jennifer.miller@patch.com.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
