Scarsdale Art Festival This Weekend

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In what promises to be the most exciting outdoor art show in its long history, thewill hold its Art Festival in Chase Park on Saturday and Sunday, September 8-9.

The rain date is Sept. 29-30 and admission is free.

According to SAA President Gina Thorne, “We’ve planned a lively two days. In addition to long-time member artists, many accomplished new artists will display works in a variety of techniques and media. Clients and neighbors look forward to meeting the artists and chatting about their work every year. Many come hoping to find a gift for a special occasion or art for the home. Others just like to see the art and enjoy the atmosphere.”  

The Festival’s Chairperson is Miriam Schulman, herself a renowned portrait artist and watercolor painter. “In addition to the work of so many accomplished artists, we will have a truly festive atmosphere. On Saturday at 11 am we will offer Yoga by Nancy Dunn-Gallin, Zumba Saturday at 2pm, Yoga on Sunday at 10 by Yoga Station, face painting for the kids, balloons and a coloring table.”

A painting by prize-winning artist Nancy Abbe will be raffled off on Sunday.  Free raffle tickets will be available at the Festival.

is in downtown Scarsdale, one block from the Scarsdale Train Station, opposite the post office.

In addition to professional artists, The Scarsdale Art Association founded in 1936, welcomes amateur and “week-end artists.”  Members come from many communities all over Westchester.  For further info including membership, visit the website:  www.scarsdaleartassociation.com

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