Mark Your Calendars for the 21st Annual Art to the Ave

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Happy Dog by Felicity L. Kostakis in the window of Betteridge. May 4, 2017 Photo: Leslie Yager

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Clik here to view.Art to the Ave will kick off with opening night on Thursday, May 3, from 5:30 to 8:00pm.

The event, which runs through May 27, is a collaboration of local stores in the Greenwich Avenue area and local artists, and is possible by the Greenwich Arts Council.

Each May since 1998, with the overwhelming support of the Greenwich business community, the Greenwich Arts Council turns Greenwich Avenue into a strolling gallery.

Opening night evening launches a truly spectacular show. Musicians and street performers fill the street entertaining strollers.

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GHS band director John Yoon greeted guests outside the Greenwich Arts Council. May 4, 2017 Photo: Leslie Yager

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Scotty, aka My Balloon Guy, was prepared to entertain children outside Bank of America. May 4, 2017 Photo: Leslie Yager

Most stores host receptions for the hundreds of visitors who attend to preview the work of over 120 artists.

The art selected by the retailers remains in place through Memorial Day, so there is ample time for viewers to experience the “gallery” that downtown Greenwich becomes.

All the art on display is for sale, and a 30% tax deduction for the purchaser benefits GAC.

Go to the Greenwich Arts Council site for details.

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Allegra dancers performed outside RH. May 4, 2017 Photo: Leslie Yager

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A passerby admires the artwork of Beatrice J Drouhin. May 4, 2017 Photo: Leslie Yager