Donations Requested for Silent Art Auction

Humane-Society-Calumet-AreaDonations of art in a variety of media are requested for a silent art auction to benefit Humane Society Calumet Area’s Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Artists Gone Wild Silent Art Auction will be held May 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. at White Key Gallery, 404 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, Ind.

Donations of photography, paintings, mixed media, pottery, jewelry and more are appreciated. Artwork will be displayed in the gallery for the public to view and bid on during the event. A short biography and contact information of the artist or recognition of the donor will be included.

During the auction, art in a variety of media by local artists from Northwest Indiana and beyond will be available for bid. Guests can enjoy live musical performances by Chris Ussery of Nomad Planets and Patrick Jansen, hors d’oeuvres, and beer and wine at the cash bar.

Proceeds benefit the injured and orphaned wildlife cared for and rehabilitated by MRWRC.

To donate a work of art or learn more about the event, contact MRWRC at 219.299.8027 or info@mrwildliferehab.org. For more information on MRWRC, visit www.mrwildliferehab.org and to learn more about HSCA, visit www.hscalumet.org.

About Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
MRWRC was founded in 1997 by a group of wildlife rehabilitators and enthusiasts. Its primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and return orphaned and injured wildlife to the wild. In addition, the center provides educational opportunities for the community that promote informed and humane interaction with native wildlife. In 2014, MRWRC partnered with Humane Society Calumet Area, which allowed the center to substantially expand the scope of its mission and delivery of its services.