Out of Hand Gala & Silent Auction: Forest of Delights

Out of Hand: Forest of Delights
An Unforgettable Night in Support of Contemporary Craft

Join us on Saturday, May 16, for Out of Hand: Forest of Delights - Contemporary Craft's signature annual gala and auction. Proceeds support free access to our exhibitions, resources for artists working in craft materials, and dynamic programs that engage and inspire our community. 

Party | 7:00-10:00 PM

Celebrate throughout Timmons Studios with open bars, small bites and desserts, music from KINSELLAND RADIO, and a silent auction featuring handcrafted works and curated experiences.  

Want to start the evening early? Add the Prelude | 5:30-7:00 PM 

An intimate beginning to the night, featuring artful hors d'oeuvres, a signature cocktail and mocktail, a live cellist, and early access to the auction. 

Attire: Costumes encouraged! Wear your favorite animal print, flower crown, or forest-inspired finery. 

Experience the Evening

Out of Hand is more than a gala and an auction - it's an immersive celebration of creativity, community, and contemporary craft.

Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy:

• Special Prelude performances by Attack Theatre, in collaboration with puppetry from Cheryl Capezutti, and cellist Cecilia Caughman
• DJ sets throughout the evening by KINSELLAND RADIO
• Small bites from Bistro To Go and desserts from Nosh & Nest
• A signature cocktail/mocktail from Goodlander Cocktail Brewery
• Exploring the Contemporary Craft's studios, including hands-on activities in the Fleischner Family Fibers Loft
• One-of-a-kind auction items including artwork, jewelry, travel, dining, and experiences

Whether you come to bid, explore, create, or celebrate, Out of Hand offers surprises around every corner. 

Before You Arrive

PARTY admission begins at 7 PM at Contemporary Craft's Timmons Studios for an immersive evening of art, music, cocktails, food, hands-on activities, and one-of-a-kind auction items.

LOCATION:
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios
5688 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 1520

(If you added the Prelude, Prelude admission begins at 5:30 PM, featuring live performances, cocktails, delicious bites, and a first look at the silent auction before the full party begins at 7 PM.)

Please check in at the registration table at the 57th Street entrance. No printed ticket is required.

Please Note: The heart of this year's celebration takes place inside our Blacksmithing Studio; the studio floor is covered in gravel and creates a lot of dust-please keep this in mind when choosing footwear! 

This year's theme is Forest of Delights. We invite guests to embrace the spirit of the evening with forest-inspired finery! Costumes and fanciful attire are encouraged, but not required.

Free parking is available in the lot at the intersection of 56th Street and Harrison Street, as well as street parking throughout the surrounding blocks.

If you would like to participate in the silent auction, please add a card by clicking "My Info" in the menu at the top of this page.

Questions?

Please contact Leslie Riker at
📧[email protected]
📞412-465-1634

Thank You to our Co-Chairs, Host Committee, and Sponsors!

Co-Chairs

Lori Moran and Will Smith

Host Committee

Nina Marie Barbuto | Judy Barie | Paul Cicozi | Alex Co | Jim Denova | Albert & Vera Donnenberg | Rich Fitzgerald | Susan Golomb | Maureen Mahoney Hill & Chris Hill | Mounir Kashkoush & Florence Rouzier | Paula Garrick Klein | Sallyann Kluz | Joseph F. Lagana | Kate Lydon | Wendy & Peter Mars | Maggie McDonald & Russ Schuh | Evan Mirapaul & Sybil Streeter | Risë & Daniel Nagin | Kevin & Judy O'Toole | Renee Piechocki | Rob & Leslie Riker | ROY | Brian & Susan Sesack | Susanne Wilkinson

Silversmith

JENDOCO Construction Corp

Barbara Luderowski & Michael Olijnyk

 Coppersmith

Ballymoney Real Estate

Fragasso Financial Advisors

Carol & Doug Rearick

UPMC Health Plan

Blacksmith

Neighbor

Goodlander Cocktail Brewery

Inner Element Wellness

Pittsburgh Fitness Project