Crossroads to Home Coalition to host first annual 'Arts in Maury' show benefitting homeless

Columbia’s first annual “Arts in Maury” fundraiser for the Crossroads to Home Coalition, a nonprofit that aids those experiencing homelessness, will be Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Memorial Building.

The event will feature local artwork including paintings, photography, sculpture, stained glass, pottery, and jewelry. Additionally, a tasting of both of food and wine can be enjoyed from noon to 4 p.m. Grinder’s Switch and Natchez Hills will provide the wine and delicious bites.

This Art, Wine, and Cheese event is sponsored by TriStar Bank, and all proceeds benefit the Crossroads to Home Café. At the café, homeless individuals can have a cup of coffee, eat lunch, shower, and find needed clothing items, and people who listen and care.

Every effort is made to connect them with organizations specializing in their area of need, organizers say.

With a stated goal “to provide a hand-up, not just a handout,” Crossroads works toward connecting people with what they need to live as valued, comfortable residents of Maury County.

"Arts in Maury’ provides a connection between those with a great need in our community and art, which is a great gift in our community,” according to organization board president, Mark Kirschbaum, Ph.D.

Board member Joe Kilgore said the art show committee has put together an exciting event that celebrates Maury County, while making it a better home for all its people.

Admission to “Arts in Maury” is $25 per person. Ages 10 and under can attend free.

Tickets are available online at tinyurl.com/3j47e3a5 or in person at the Café at 1001 Galloway Street, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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