Art for AIDS Sake
Welcome to Art for AIDS Sake 2004; an event to raise money for AIDS Project Worcester clients. This is AIDS Project Worcester’s eighth Art for AIDS Sake event, and it will be held at the Hogan Campus Center at the College of the Holy Cross on December 10, 2004 from 6:30pm to 10pm. Come join us for an evening of fine art and entertainment, and bid against your friends for a good cause!
General FAQs
What activities will occur during this art event?
Art for AIDS Sake will have a live auction, silent auctions and craft show event. A Cash bar and hors d'oeuvres will also be provided.
What kind of artwork will be displayed?
All mediums of artwork will be represented. Paintings, drawings, photos, sculptures, mixed media, digital prints, and more.
What is the craft show?
This is a new addition to Art for AIDS Sake. The separate craft show will be held outside the ballroom in the reception area, and it will feature individual craft tables with items for sale. No single item will exceed the price of $150, and all prices are fixed. Great for holiday shopping! Crafts being sold include jewelry, pottery, sculptures and more.
How do I buy a ticket?
If you wish to purchase a ticket in advance please mail a check made payable to AIDS Project Worcester and write in the memo area AFAS. All tickets will be held at the door and will not be mailed out prior to the event. Checks may be mailed to:
AIDS Project Worcester
c/o Art for AIDS Sake
85 Green Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Or contact Merredith Collins, Development Assistant in order to reserve a spot. (508) 755-3773 ext 41, or email at mcolling@aidsprojectworcester.org
Tickets will also be sold at the reception area of Hogan Campus Center beginning at 6:30pm.
How much is admission?
Admission costs:
$30 Donor-1 Reservation - May attend the art event and craft show beginning at 7:30pm until 10pm
$100 Patron-2 Reservations - May attend the preview, art event and craft show beginning at 6:30pm
$250 Red Ribbon -2 Reservations - May attend the preview, art event and craft show beginning at 6:30pm Each Red Ribbon attendee may receive one complementary beverage
I can't attend but I would still like to contribute. What can I do?
Art for AIDS Sake cannot be run without the help of volunteers. If you would like to help out on December 10th please contact Merredith Collins at AIDS Project Worcester to find out what kind of activities you could be involved in. You can also make a financial contribution made payable to AIDS Project Worcester. If you donate money, you will receive a letter thanking you for your charitable gift.
How do I get to the College of the Holy Cross?
From East and West (Boston, NY): Mass Pike I-90. Take Exit 10 to I-290 East toward Worcester. Take Exit 11 (College Square/ Southbridge Street) off I-290. Cross over to the right lane immediately after coming off the ramp to College Square. Take the first right (before the traffic light) onto College Street.*
From the North: I-495 South to I-290 West, Exit 25B. From I-290 West take Exit 11 (College Square/ Southbridge Street). Bear left coming off the ramp onto Southbridge Street. Take the first right (before the traffic light) onto College Street.*
From Southeast: I-495 North to Mass Pike I-90. Take Exit 10 to I-290 East toward Worcester. Take Exit 11 (College Square/ Southbridge Street) off I-290. Cross over to the right lane immediately after coming off the ramp to College Square. Take the first right (before the traffic light) onto College Street. *
*Go up the hill of College Street and enter the last gate on the left, Gate 7. Visitor Parking is across from the Hogan Campus Center.
Is this being held at the Cantor Gallery of the Holy Cross?
No, this is being held in the ballroom of the Hogan Campus Student Center, located at 1 College Street at gate #7 (last gate at the top of the hill).
How much is parking?
Parking is free
Is there a chance to see the artwork before December 10th?
Some artwork will be on display at Annex Gallery of the Worcester Artists Group. You can visit the Gallery on December 1st 6-10pm, December 4th 12 to 6pm, and December 5th 12 to 6pm. All of the artwork shown at the Gallery will be hanged and sold at the College of the Holy Cross on December 10th. Worcester Artists Group is located at 38 Harlow Street, Worcester MA.
I have more questions. Who do I contact?
Contact Merredith Collins at (508) 755-3773 ext 41 or email her at mcollins@aidsprojectworcester.org
Artists' and Craftpersons' FAQs
What deadlines should I be aware of?
| November 19, 2004 | Registration deadline |
| Dec. 6, 7 & 8 2004 | Art intake |
| December 9, 2004 | Jurying |
| December 10, 2004 | Preview 6:30-7:30PM |
| December 10, 2004 | Reception and Sale 7:30-10PM |
| December 10, 2004 | Craft Show Event 6:30-10PM |
| Dec. 10 & 13 | Pick up of unsold artwork |
Where do I drop off my artwork?
Drop off is at AIDS Project Worcester located at 85 Green Street Worcester, MA
I live too far from AIDS Project Worcester to deliver it by hand. Can I mail it?
Yes, please mail it to:
AIDS Project Worcester
c/o Art for AIDS Sake
85 Green Street
Worcester, MA 01604
This event is juried. Do you think my piece will be accepted?
All pieces are accepted. Nothing is omitted. Jurors are responsible for separating pieces between live and silent auctions and determining which pieces will receive cash prizes.
Who are the jurors?
Susan Stoops, Curator of Contemporary Art at the Worcester Art Museum
Roger Hankins, Director of the Cantor Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross
Terri Priest, Painter and Local Artist
Why is the auction at the Holy Cross and the drop off is at AIDS Project Worcester?
AIDS Project Worcester was committed to having the event held at the College of the Holy Cross because of its close relationship with this community. We also wanted to involve as many students as possible because they have been highly supportive of our events in the past. It is difficult for the College of the Holy Cross to accommodate the number of pieces of artwork that we are planning to receive. In this case it would be easier for AIDS Project Worcester to hold the pieces until the day of the auction.
How will my artwork get from AIDS Project Worcester to Holy Cross?
Staff and volunteers from AIDS Project Worcester will transport the artwork from AIDS Project Worcester to Holy Cross. Artists must sign a liability waiver on the day of drop off.
Artists are also welcome to come back to AIDS Project Worcester on December 10 from 8am to 12pm and pick up their artwork and bring it to the Hogan Campus Center at the College of the Holy Cross themselves. All artwork must be brought to the Hogan Campus Center no later than 1pm on December 10th.
If can't pick my artwork up at the end of the night on December 10th what do I do?
All artists should attempt to pick up their artwork at the end of the auction or have a representative pick up their artwork. If this cannot be arranged, artists may make special arrangements with AIDS Project Worcester to have their work picked up the following Monday at AIDS Project Worcester. Please contact Merredith Collins in advance for special arrangements at (508) 755-3773 ext 41.
I'm a craftperson. What time may I show up to begin setting up my table?
Craftpersons are welcome to come as early as 4:30pm to set up, and may sell their crafts from 6:30 to 10pm.
What will the craft tables look like?
Craft tables are approximately 6'x3'. Each table will have a table cloth and skirt, and will be labeled with a registration number. You will need to register at reception before you can set up your table.
I have more questions. Who do I contact?
Contact Merredith Collins at (508) 755-3773 ext 41 or email her at mcollins@aidsprojectworcester.org