ÌÇÐÄVlog

Spring Soiree - An Elegant Evening of Art, Jazz & Celebration

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SPRING SOIREE

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | ÌÇÐÄVlog | 90 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT

On May 16, the ÌÇÐÄVlog celebrated the season with its Spring Soiree, a festive evening of art, music, and community in support of one of the nation’s oldest arts organizations.

Held in LAA’s historic 1921 gallery building, this beloved annual fundraiser brings together artists, collectors, and friends for a joyful night filled with beautiful art, lively conversation, and springtime spirit!

The evening featured:

  • Live jazz by the Steve Donovan Trio

  • Delicious cuisine by Gourmet Galley

  • A silent auction featuring Spring Forays, a vibrant still life by award-winning LAA artist Kelli Folsom

  • A curated raffle of art-inspired experience packages featuring cultural destinations, hotel stays, and memorable dining experiences
    (Raffle tickets: $20 each)

Whether you came for the music, the art, the company, or the chance to win a special getaway, the 2026 Spring Soiree was a memorable evening celebrating creativity and community.

Event Tickets were $85 per person.

  • Celebrate the arts in a beautiful setting.ÌýEnjoy an elegant evening in the ÌÇÐÄVlog’s historic gallery, surrounded by inspiring artwork and friends of the arts.

  • Experience live music and exceptional cuisine.ÌýRelax to the sounds of theÌýSteve Donovan TrioÌýwhile enjoying delicious fare prepared byÌýGourmet Galley.

  • Bid on a special work of art.ÌýThe silent auction will featureÌýSpring ForaysÌýby award-winning LAA artistÌýKelli Folsom.

  • Take a chance on unforgettable experiences.ÌýOur raffle will feature curatedÌýart-inspired getaway packages, including cultural destinations, hotel stays, and memorable dining experiences.

  • Support a treasured cultural institution.ÌýYour participation helps sustain exhibitions, educational programs, and the historic home of the ÌÇÐÄVlog.

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5:00 pm – Doors Open
Guests are welcomed to the ÌÇÐÄVlog for cocktails, conversation, and live jazz by theÌýSteve Donovan Trio. Enjoy delicious cuisine byÌýGourmet Galley, explore the galleries, and browse the silent auction and raffle offerings.

Throughout the Evening

  • Bid on the silent auction featuringÌýSpring ForaysÌýby award-winning artistÌýKelli Folsom

  • Purchase raffle tickets for curatedÌýart-inspired experience packages

  • Enjoy music, art, and great company in LAA’s historic gallery

6:45 pm – Raffle Drawing
Winners of the evening’s raffle packages will be announced.

6:55 pm – Silent Auction Closes
Final bids are recorded and winning bidders will be notified.

7:00 pm – Event Concludes

Sponsors help make this special evening possible while supporting the exhibitions, educational programs, and historic gallery that have defined the ÌÇÐÄVlog for more than a century.

Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
Includes 8 reservations

Gold Sponsor – $1,000
Includes 4 reservations

Silver Sponsor – $500
Includes 2 reservations

Bronze Sponsor – $250
Includes 2 reservations

Sponsors will be recognized in event materials and promotions leading up to the Spring Soiree.


About the ÌÇÐÄVlog: Founded as part of the historic Old Lyme Art Colony, the ÌÇÐÄVlog remains a vibrant cultural destination where artists and art lovers gather to celebrate creativity. Your participation helps ensure that art continues to thrive here for generations to come.

All proceeds from this event benefit the ÌÇÐÄVlog’s educational programs and special projects.

Spring Soiree Raffle - Open to Everyone!

  • Take a chance on five unforgettable raffle packages to support the ÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Choose where to put your tickets for a chance to win.
  • The drawing will be held at the Spring Soiree on May 16th at 6:30pm. Participants need not be present to win.
  • Purchase raffle tickets online or in person. Pick up your raffle tickets at the LAA front desk.
  • Raffle tickets will also be available during the soiree.
  • Tickets are $20 each.

ÌýExperience the best of the Connecticut shoreline with an evening—and more—filled with art, music, and theater. Enjoy a one-night stay at the Old Lyme Inn, followed by an unforgettable performance at the Side Door Jazz Club. Take in live theater with two tickets in May to Jesus Christ Superstar at Goodspeed Musicals (May 28 at 7:30 pm in the center 103 and 104), and explore the rich artistic heritage of the region with passes to the Florence Griswold Museum and a special visit to the Slater Memorial Museum, including a docent-led tour. A perfect blend of culture, history, and relaxation—right in the heart of the Lyme Art Colony. Estimated Value: $700 | Cultural Value: Priceless

Williamstown & North Adams, Massachusetts; Escape to the Berkshires for a weekend immersed in world-class art and scenic beauty.ÌýThis package includes admission for four to The Clark Art Institute and two passes to MASS MoCA, two of the region’s most celebrated cultural destinations. Complete your visit with a $500 gift card to The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA, offering a stylish and comfortable home base for your stay.ÌýA perfect getaway for art lovers seeking inspiration in one of New England’s most iconic cultural landscapes.ÌýEstimated Value: $650 | Cultural Value: Priceless

ÌýHudson River School Country;ÌýStep into the landscapes that inspired America’s first great art movement.ÌýEnjoy a year of access and special benefits at Olana, the home of Frederic Church, and the Thomas Cole National Historic Site, with dual-level membership privileges. Complement your visit with a $500 gift card to The Wick Hotel, a boutique Hudson hotel.ÌýThis thoughtful package invites you to explore art, nature, and history in one of the country’s most beautiful and storied regions.ÌýEstimated Value: $715 | Cultural Value: Priceless

ÌýManhattan Cultural Escape; Discover New York City through an insider’s lens with this exceptional arts-focused getaway. Enjoy a two-night stay at the Moxy Hotel June 17-18 and a memorable evening at the historic Salmagundi Club, including dinner for two with wine. Through a special industry connection, you’ll also have the opportunity to secure two premium Broadway tickets—some of the best seats in the house—at face value (approximately $200 per ticket). An unforgettable blend of art, culture, and city energy. Estimated Value: $2,100 | Cultural Value: Priceless

ÌýNewport & Westerly, Rhode Island;ÌýExperience the beauty and artistic heritage of coastal Rhode Island.ÌýEnjoy admission for four to one of the grand properties of the Preservation Society of Newport County, along with passes to both the Newport Art Museum and the Westerly Museum of American Impressionism.ÌýComplete your getaway with a $500 gift card to FORTY 1° NORTH, an elegant modern waterfront hotel in historic Newport.ÌýA delightful combination of seaside elegance, history, and art.ÌýEstimated Value: $715 | Cultural Value: Priceless

Gold Sponsors

John & Sue Beatty

Silver Sponsors

Debbi & David Goodman

Sarah Stifler Lucas

Jeffrey N. Mehler CFP, LLC

Gail & David Zuckerbraun

Bronze Sponsors

Del-Bourree & Kristen Bach

Eugene Blomberg

Barbara & Timothy Braatz

Maura Cochran

Constance Engelking

Michael Fox

Mary Guitar

Robin Hammeal-Urban

Molly Moser

Leslie Rawlings

Martha & David Rogers

Ceal Swift

The Shark PLLC

Lorraine Yurkewicz

"The Shark PLLC would like to thank LAA for bringing joy and beauty into reality."
- The Shark PLLC

In-Kind Sponsors