Friday, July 22, 2011

Sunny reception to Midsummer's new locale

In between two days of solid rain, Mother Nature saw fit to part the clouds and let the sunshine in Wednesday for the 25th annual Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts.  “We couldn’t have been happier that the weather co-operated with us, aside from a bit of wind, the evening was wonderful,” said Dauna Grant, executive director of the Vernon Public Art Gallery.  As a new twist on this year’s art auction and fundraiser, organizers decided to move the location into the heart of downtown Vernon.  “We were thrilled at the turnout and positive feedback we received from hosting the 25th anniversary of Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts at Cenotaph Park,” said Grant.  “It looks like it’s turned out really well,” said Mayor Wayne Lippert, an annual attendee of the event. “I think it’s great.”(more)

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