Hello, from TCA!: November 2011

The 11/11/11 show last Friday was a resounding success! Hundreds of people streamed through our doors almost faster than we could accommodate! It was definitely the most lively and packed house we've ever had. The energy was high as we put the finishing touches on everything, and that carried through to the very end of the night. We brought in well over our goal of $2500 for this fundraiser so that is amazing. We also sold a couple dozen art pieces, many t-shirts, many packs of greeting cards and many raffle tickets! It was an absolute blast, and it really couldn't have happened without the incredible and tireless effort from TCA staff and volunteers. This was the first show in TCA history that actually had volunteer help in earnest, and it payed off big time. The studio looked pristine and well-put-together and the art was straight, correctly labeled, and all the fundraising activities (raffle, silent auction, wine grab) went smoothly and was a great addition to the event. I was a little nervous about how that would all play in with the rest of the show, but it worked out great and didn't detract from the ambiance of the space.

My Dad (Barry) said it best when he told me this morning, "I loooove having a board to help with this stuff!" And I agree wholeheartedly. If not for their ideas, creativity and experience we wouldn't have raised nearly as much money. And in a weird way, their presence on the TCA scene makes me feel more legitimate. I don't shy away from people's donations and support any more because I know that there is a whole team of capable and smart directors anxious to put that support to good use!

Here are some pictures from the evening. Happy 5th birthday TCA!