BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Los_Angeles X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:VEVENT UID:13355@kmun.org DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE:20240531 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE:20240603 DTSTAMP:20240522T165437Z URL:https://kmun.org/events/astoria-visual-arts-8x8-fundraiser-weekend-ext ravaganza/ SUMMARY:Astoria Visual Arts’ 8X8 Fundraiser Weekend Extravaganza DESCRIPTION:Experience a convergence of art\, culture\, and community at As toria Visual Arts' three-day 8X8 weekend extravaganza fundraiser\, May 31s t to June 2nd. All events will take place at Astoria Visual Arts located a t 1000 Duane St. in Astoria.\nThis spirited affair–celebrating AVA’s 3 5 years–promises an abundance of art-centered experiences. The festiviti es commence on Friday\, May 31st with the 8X8: Bring a Date: Wine &\; A uction Preview Party from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. As dusk falls\, attendees and art patrons will be treated to an enchanting evening of wine\, chocolate\, pastry tasting\, and delectable nibbles. Renowned jazz virtuoso Joey Altr uda and special guest vocalist Dinah Urell will grace the occasion with li ve music. Attendees will get exclusive access to silent auction and raffle items only available that evening\, as well as a preview of artwork by re nowned regional artists and the community exhibit\, 8X8.\nThe festivities continue on Saturday\, June 1st starting at 1:00pm with a day of enriching activities for 8X8: Be There &\; Be Square\, a street party full of mu sic and art. There will be a DJ and numerous art booths to explore and dis cover\, something for every member of the family. 8X8: Be There &\; Be Square continues until 5:00pm.\nSunday\, June 2nd marks the final opportun ity to join in through spirited bidding on auction items\, 8X8: Don’t Be Late. AVA will be open 11:00am to 3:00pm.\nAVA includes artists with an a rray of viewpoints and experiences. A beacon of creativity and inclusivity within the region\, Astoria Visual Arts\, was first established in 1989 b y visionary women artists. This nonprofit organization has become a corner stone of community cohesion and artistic enlightenment through its thought -provoking exhibits. In nurturing the talents of both established and emer ging artists\, as well as writers\, AVA provides invaluable professional d evelopment opportunities through various residencies. Additionally\, it ch ampions youth arts\neducation\, fostering an environment of creativity and expression for the next generation.\nDedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity\, AVA's initiatives extend beyond its gallery walls. Join us in celebrating the wealth of human expression and the transformative power of art. Our variety of programs would not be possible without the generou s support of our local community of artists\, members and business partner s.\n● 8X8: Bring a Date: Friday Night Wine &\; Auction Preview\, 5:00 pm to 8:00pm\, $20 ticket\n● 8X8: Be There &\; Be Square: Saturday St reet Party\, Art Activities\, 1:00pm to 5:00pm\n● 8X8: Don’t Be Late: Sunday Final Day for Silent Auction &\; Sale\, 11:00am to 3:00pm\, free .\n CATEGORIES:Public Events LOCATION:Astoria Visual Arts Gallery\, 1000 Duane St\, Astoria\, OR\, 97103 \, United States X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1000 Duane St\, Astoria\, O R\, 97103\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Astoria Visual Arts G allery:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20240310T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR