World Class Artists and Local Talents to showcase their Works at 2nd Annual Day of Art & Socialization: Saturday, October 14, 2006

Sacramento, California, October 9, 2006—The Hart Multipurpose Senior Center will host an eclectic art show featuring the works of world renowned artists who wish to provide inspiration to seniors. The art show, which is titled, A Day of Art and Socialization, is like no other because it showcases the works of the Center’s talented seniors, up-and-coming local artists, and world renowned artists.

The Hart Senior Center is a vital resource for seniors. Each day approximately 200 older adults visit the Center to access fitness & computer trainings, informational seminars, and free nutritious lunches. These programs and services address seniors’ physical, emotional, and mental needs. In addition, the programs and services make it possible for caretakers to have much needed time for respite.

Featured artists include:

Stanley Mouse—best known for covers for the Grateful Dead, and posters for the Fillmore and Avalon Ballrooms.

Lee Brooks—has designed jewelry for Oscar de la Renta; appeared on the pages of Vogue; and created fantasy jewelry for a collection at the Dali Museum in Spain.

Bill Weber (a.k.a. El Gallo)—noted for his murals, the most prominent being the famous Jazz Mural at Broadway and Columbus, in San Francisco.

Jason Griego—has had several sculptures commissioned throughout the Bay Area. His sculptural works are created in bronze, resin, plaster, and stone.

Joe Cleary—sculptor and painter, featured in magazines such as the Saturday Evening Post and Ladies Home Journal; and has sculptures in New Orleans, Japan, and Australia.

A Day of Art & Socialization will take place on Saturday, October 14, 2006. Opening remarks are scheduled to be delivered at 11a.m. The public is welcome to view the exhibits between the hours of 11a.m. and 8p.m. The Hart Senior Center is located at 915 27th Street, Sacramento.

For additional information about this event, please contact Linda Hoschler, Program Supervisor, (916) 808-5462; or Hindolo Brima, Public Information Officer, (916) 808-5972.

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