Wine tasting, Auction, Arts and Crafts Show at Gallery 53

   Gallery53, a part of the Arts and Crafts Association of Meriden,  will join with the South Meriden Lions Club for a wine tasting and CHAIR-ity silent auction.  The evening event will be held at Gallery 53, 53 Colony St., Meriden on Friday, April 11 from 6-9 PM.  Chairs painted and decorated by local artists will be auctioned off during the evening.   The is no admission charge for the auction, the wine tasting is $15 per person.  
    April 12 - 25 Gallery 53 will host the Southington Arts and Crafts Annual Member's Show.  A variety of Arts and Crafts will be on display and for sale.   The public is invited to attend the opening reception on Saturday April 12 from 1-3 PM.  The Artisan gift shop is open during all events and during business hours.
    Gallery 53 offers classes for children and for adults, workshops, team building experiences and open studio space.  The Knitting Club and Nutmeg Knitting Guild meet in the upstairs conference room.  For more information on events, classes and space rental contact Gallery 53 (203-235-5347) during business hours: Tuesday- Friday 12-4, Saturday 10-2.  Information can also be found on Facebook and at www.gallery53.org.