Bill & Christine Corbin, Classical Level Sponsors Sherri & Harvey Hamm, Classical Level Sponsors CiCi's Dog Salon, Collector Level Sponsor Mobjack Associates, Collector Level Sponsor The Closing Shop, Craftsman Level Sponsor Liz Ware, Collector Level Sponsor Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Art Deco Level Sponsor JiW Architecture, Art Deco Level Sponsor Nathan M. Vogt, DDS, Craftsman Level Sponsor Brass Ring Solution LLC, Art Deco Sponsor Margie Downing, Collector Level Sponsor Vivian Keasler, Impressionist Level Sponsor Fred & Lynn Lyon, Classical Level Sponsors Josh Junker, State Farm, Collector Level Sponsor RAW Art, Craftsman Level Sponsor Dan & Judy Johnson, Craftsman Level Sponsors Hole in the Wall Waterfront Grill, Craftsman Level Sponsor Chesapeake Bank, Craftsman Level Sponsor Ashby & Marsha Morgan, Craftsman Level Sponsors Gloucester Toyota, Craftsman Level Sponsor Vulcan Materials Company, Art Deco Level Sponsor Debra Bull, Artwork Donor Shop With a Cop, Inc. - Gloucester, Craftsman Level Sponsor Steve & Mary Pope, Craftsman Level Sponsors Tracy A. Foster, Realtor, Art Deco Level Sponsor Town & Country Sales and Mgmt., Art Deco Level Sponsor Hudgins Design Collaborative, Collector Level Sponsor Shane & Jeannine Johnson, Craftsman Level Sponsors Linda Nelson, Craftsman Level Sponsor Twiggs Ferry Flowers, Flower Decoration Sponsor, Classical Level Roane's Antiques at The Cottage, Collector Level Sponsor The Pink Door, Collector Level Sponsor The Inn at Tabbs Creek, Art Deco Level Sponsor The Inn at Tabbs Creek, Experience Provider Jon & Kim Hahn, Art Deco Level Sponsors William & Roxanna Andersen, Classical Level Sponsors Drs. Melvin & Sonia Schursky, Craftsman Level Sponsors Kim Hall, Artwork Donor Margaret Benton-Jones, Artwork Donor Peggy Shifflett, Artwork Donor Marjorie Perrin, Artwork Donor Rosemary Wagner, Featured Artwork Donor Karen Pittman, Artwork Donor Davida Hall, Artwork Donor Joyce Pully, Artwork Donor Mathews Historical Society, Item Donor Denise Bush, Zoa Mae Designs, and Peggy Shifflett, Artwork Donors Jeannine Johnson, Artwork Donor Casey Arden, Artwork Donor Split Enz Salon, Item Donor Kelsick Specialty Market, Item Donor The Silver Box, Item Donor 5 Star Oriental Medicine, Item Donor LC Salon, Item Donor House of Ren, Item Donor Moonstruck Soap, Item Donor Catherine Kauffman, Artwork Donor Mary Ellis, Artwork Donor Sarah Marshall Elliott, Artwork Donor Jody Ball, Artwork Donor Karen Kingsley, Artwork Donor Johnny Hayes, Artwork Donor Gayle Merrill, Artwork Donor Tom Slavin, Item Donor Karen Blair, Artwork Donor Greg McDonald, Artwork Donor Lesley Munford, Artwork Donor Harry Guthrie Phillips, Artwork Donor Sue Henshaw, Artwork Donor Selena Zuhoski, Artwork Donor Roane's Antiques at The Cottage, Item Donor Total Wine & More, Experience Provider Selena & Paul Zuhoski, Experience Providers Beth Bader, Item Donor Fish Finder Charters, Item Donor Vulcan Materials, Item Donor Porters on Main, Experience Provider The White Dog Bistro, Experience Provider Noah Hughey-Commers, Artwork Donor Melissa Lamont-Gordon, Artwork Donor John Salatino, Experience Provider Jennifer Schroeder, Artwork Donor Jennifer Wimmer, Collection Compiler Ray Stubblebine, Collection Compiler Amy Chase & Sherri Hamm, Collection Compilers Gabrielle Patrice, Collection Compiler Shelley Katsuki, Collection Compiler The Hatchery, Experience Provider Mathews Deadrise Charters, Experience Provider Atlantic Coast Fishing Charters, Art Deco Level Sponsor Bush Construction/Westville Landing, Impressionist Level Sponsor John Machen, Classical Level Item Donor Sister Gaiya, Craftsman Level Sponsor The Bean Spot, Collector Level Sponsor Marymac and John Hoffman, Craftsman Level Sponsors Kimberly & David Petts, Classical Level Sponsors Middle Peninsula Golf Carts, Safety & Comfort Provider Mark & Karen Polivka, Renaissance Level Sponsors Southwind Pizza, Collector Level Sponsor

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Sep 27: A Night in Paris Gala & Art Auction

What A Night in Paris-an evening of delicious French food and wine, fine art, music, friendship, and mud!!!! at the historic estate of Brighton Farm on The East River, September 27 starting at 5:30 pm. A Members' Reception proceeded the event from 5:00-5:30 pm at Brighton Farm's Winter House.  Become a member so you too can enjoy the many other member benefits offered throughout the year.

This year's Gala & Art Auction offered an opportunity for friendly competition during both silent and live auctions. The Silent Auction included a variety of original fine art and creative collections of items inspired by our theme.  The Live Auction provided guests an opportunity for spirited bidding on exciting trips in the US and abroad, culinary and nautical experiences, and more original fine art! View the French-inspired menu HERE - it was delicious.

Our gracious hosts this year were Robert Williams and Elizabeth Rountree, owners of Brighton Farm. Located on the East River, guests enjoyed the breeze off the river while strolling the delightfully muddy grounds and enjoying the scenic view. Brighton Farm was built by Herman Hollerith, founder of the company that later became IBM. Learn more about this historic estate and see pictures that document its history and restoration HERE.

All proceeds from the event support the Outreach Programs of the Bay School Community Arts Center. Our outreach efforts are at the heart of what we do, offering art experiences to underserved communities and those who may not be able to easily come to us. 

Check out our ITEMS tab to see how you can still support our event by bidding, purchasing, or donating. Check our website and social media pages for pictures from the epic event!

Watch this video, created by intern Ray Hudgins, to learn more about The Bay School.

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Participate in the Virtual Paddle Raise, starting September 1 and ending Oct 1. Making an absentee bid to the Paddle Raise online offers our friends, even from afar, an opportunity to play a special role in the evening, demonstrate support of The Bay School's mission, and be a part of our nationwide community. All donations to the Paddle Raise are completely tax deductible and donors will receive a written letter of acknowledgement. Raise Your Paddle and Donate Now!

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