Viva! In the Garden

 
 
 
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Viva! In the Garden 2025

Saturday, July 26th 5:30pm at a beautiful outdoor garden space in Hyde Park

An amazing fundraiser supporting scholarships for youth and to sustain our mission of Arts for Everyone. This summer alone youth are attending River Arts Camps with over $21,000 in scholarships given to families.

Your support is integral to ensure all families can be a part of River Arts!

Be a part of River Arts’ outdoor event Viva! In the Garden to celebrate the arts and the generosity of our community members, partners, and local businesses who help make Arts for Everyone possible by supporting affordable, inclusive, and accessible arts programs for all ages and abilities.

 
 

Saturday, July 26th, 5:30pm
$100/ticket, Cash Bar

Tickets Available now

at the link below

 

A sample of some Live and Silent Auction Items this Year: (*more pictures to come!)

Amazing Retreat Vacation in Newfoundland - St John's and Trinity Harbour/Port Rexton

This incredible opportunity will show you all that the coast of Newfoundland has to offer. 

The area offers beautifully restored fishing rooms and saltbox houses, accommodations in historic buildings, and top-rated dining and brewery experiences, making it a prime place to stay while you discover the Bonavista Peninsula. Port Rexton effortlessly tells tales of the past, rich in history, old worldliness, and pride of place, with geological marvels 500 million years in the making. While you’re here, watch for whales, birds, and icebergs. And be sure to round out your trip by enjoying the theatre, arts, and culinary scene. Visit “The Rooms” a huge and wonderful gallery/museum overlooking the city where you can have a delicious lunch - Cape Spear Lighthouse, built in 1836.

Details: Flights from Montreal to St John’s Newfoundland. Three nights in a lovely, two bed, two bath Condo in downtown St Johns, overlooking the harbor. Three nights at the Fishers Loft Inn in Port Rexton/Trinity, with stunning views – simple and charming - delicious breakfasts included. Booking window August-December 2025

Not included: Transport to Montreal, Car Hire in Newfoundland, and Gratuities at Fishers Loft Inn

The trip needs to be completed by the end of 2026!

  • Valued at $4,000

 

Rustic Birdhouse, Folk Art Sculpture by Jayne Allister

  • Jayne Allister is notoriously humble about her work as an artist. This beautiful birdhouse will turn any garden it graces into a magical place. Jayne’s use of recycled and natural materials lends a folk art feel to her work and can reawaken a childlike wonder of nature. Allow yourself to become fascinated by the small, quiet lives of all things growing and living in your garden. Perhaps the birds who move into this beautiful sculpture will become your new favorite friends.

  • A $250 gift certificate to B&B Nursery is the perfect complement to your new birdhouse! Whether you’re creating a bird-friendly garden or adding vibrant plants, trees, and shrubs to your landscape, B&B Nursery offers top-quality selections and expert guidance to help you design a beautiful, welcoming haven for both you and your feathered visitors. It’s a wonderful way to bring your garden to life—naturally!

  • Valued at $750

 
 

Spruce Peak Spa Day

  • Spruce Peak Spa Day for two people – one spa treatment per person + full use of all spa facilities for the day, including pool.  Lunch with champagne.

  • Valued at $650 

Bud Girl” by Dusty Boynton

  • Boynton has exhibited internationally with notable shows at Burlington City Arts, Helen Day Art Center, Delaware Contemporary, Texas Contemporary, and Albright-Knox Collector’s Gallery and Denise Bibro Fine Art in Manhattan, just to name a few. 

  • Oil painting on linen. Framed. Approximately 24”x33”.

  • Valued at $3,500

 

Gift Certificate for “SUSANNA’s To Go” & two Bottles of wine

  • Professional chef prepared nutritional meals created for your convenience utilizing local ingredients and including simple reheat and presentation instructions

  • If you’ve been wanting to throw a special dinner party, here’s your chance – Effortless, relaxed and very special!

  • Valued at $500


Thank you to the following event sponsors who help make this event possible:

 
 

Thank you to our annual sponsors who help make our programs possible all year long:

 
 

You can help! By donating to this event, you will be supporting an organization whose core value is Arts for Everyone. We have enriched Lamoille County through the arts since 2000, providing diverse multi-disciplinary arts opportunities for all ages no matter their ability, age or financial means. Our schedule includes a wide range of workshops, performances, exhibitions, summer camps, free family drop-in programs, and a community clay studio