The 33rd Annual Benefit Arts Auction 2010 will be held beginning at noon on Sunday, August 15. More than 150 items in wood, fiber, clay, fabric, paper, stone, and metals are among the works donated by local artists and craftspeople that will be auctioned by auctioneer David Little. A reception to honor the contributing artists will be held on August 14, from 3–6 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Toe River Arts Council (TRAC).

You can purchase items and place bids during the exhibit dates online or at the exhibition. There will be a preview of the items August 7–15. Admission price is $20 per person.

Volunteer chairman and TRAC board member Kay Goins Royer says, “The theme for this year’s auction illustrates truly what the auction is about: Enrich Your Lives: Support the Arts!”

The events will be held at the TRAC Gallery, 269 Oak Avenue in Spruce Pine. For information, call 828.682.7215 or 828.765.0520, or visit online at toeriverarts.org. The funds raised help TRAC sponsor many school and community programs.