Mardi Gras and Carnival Celebration of the Arts at the Green Briar

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 28TH, 2017UVA'S 5TH ANNUAL MARDI GRAS & CARNIVAL CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS  THE GREEN BRIAR RESTAURANT & PUB 304 WASHINGTON ST., BRIGHTON, MA 02135 BRIGHTON CENTER 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm We've started a new tradition in Boston and we want you to be a part of it.  Its an evening of fun and CELEBRATION FOR ALL UNBOUND VISUAL ARTS MEMBERS, guests and friends at the modern GREEN BRIAR RESTAURANT AND PUB.  We'll have a live MARDI GRAS BAND,  _A__ _CONFEDERACY OF DUMPSTERS, COMPLIMENTARY APPETIZERS from 6:30 - 7:30 pm,  a FULL CASH BAR, AN ART SHOW OF UVA MEMBER'S WORK,  SILENT AUCTION FOR VALUABLE GIFTS, 50/50 RAFFLE, DANCING, AND AN ART SLIDESHOW.   Come and be part of the excitement. Share a good time with artists and other art supporters from throughout the area. We'll provide the beads and masks too! THE GREEN BRIAR IN BRIGHTON CENTER IS ON THE 57, 65, 86, 501, and 503 bus lines. Major sponsors include the Massachusetts Cultural Council [http://www.massculturalcouncil.org/] and the Harvard Ed Portal.  [http://edportal.harvard.edu/] Don't know what Mardi Gras and Carnival is all about? No problem, it's basically a huge world wide secular celebration that happens every year.  It really a big deal in New Orleans and most Latin American and many European countries. It's also called "Fat Tuesday" because technically its the last day to indulge before Lent sets in for Christians. But, everyone to celebrate the coming of spring!  * Here are the silent auction items (as of Feb. 21): Food * Newtonville Food & Beverage Delights (gifts cards to Rancatore’s Ice Cream and Yogurt, Great Harvest Bread Co., George Howell Coffee, Craft Beer Cellar, Los Amigos Taqueria Mexican Restaurant, and Starbucks Coffee) - Value $125, starting bid of $50. * Whole Foods Market Gift Card for $100 * Stop & Shop and Star Market Grocery Shopping.  * Barcelona Restaurant, Brookline, Gift card for dinner for two Sports * A baseball autographed by Mookie Betts, RED SOX player- donated by Boston Red Sox.  Starting $50.  (Estimated value at $180) * Boston College Football 2 tickets - via Virginia Tech. October 8, 2017, donated by Boston College  (value of $50) * Boston College Football 2 tickets - via Wake Forest. September 9, 2017, donated by Boston College  (value of $50) Health and Wellness * Charles River Canoe and Kayak - One full day of rental for one standard canoe, single for double kayak, or stand-up paddleboard (Value for 2 adults is $80) * Boston Dental,  Boston Downtown Crossing -  teeth whitening procedure,  minimum bid - $200 (Value of $600) * Be Well Within, Newtonville -  30 Minute Massage (value of $50) * Boston by Foot tour tickets (value $50) * Family Skate Package for 4 at Warrier Skating Arena, Guest St., Brighton (value of $80) * Family Skate Package for 4 at Warrier Skating Arena, Guest St., Brighton (value of $80) Art and Culture * Longwood Symphony Orchestra - 2 tickets to March or May concert. Value of $90. * Museums passes to Harvard Art Museums (2), ICA/Boston (2), DeCordova (2) - value of $88.00 * Gift Certificate for 5 x7 inch original watercolor painting by Christine Winship, value $200 * Small original painting donated by Tsun Ming Chmielinski, original sumo-e painting, framed, 9 x 11 inches, $80.00 value Miscellaneous * Amazon Gift Card - $100 donated by Murphy Hesse Toomey & Lehane LLP The menu at 6:30 pm - about 7:30 pm includes: We've ordered 5 platters of food for 6:30 pm ( 2 platters of goat cheese and crostini, stuffed mushrooms, spinach pie pastries, coconut shrimp).  These 125 pieces should last until 7:30 pm + FAQS   ARE THERE ID REQUIREMENTS OR AN AGE LIMIT TO ENTER THE EVENT? Open to everyone but the the bartender will request ID's from anyone ordering drinks.    WHAT ARE MY TRANSPORT/PARKING OPTIONS GETTING TO THE EVENT? Free street parking on area streets. There is also a free parktng lot across the street and adjcent to the Police Station.  The GREEN BRIAR IS ALSO ON THE 57, 65, 86, 501, and 503 bus lines.   WHAT CAN/CAN'T I BRING TO THE EVENT? Just wear festive colorful clothing and bring your dancing shoes.  We'll provide the festive masks and beads, but you can bring your own too.   WHERE CAN I CONTACT THE ORGANIZER WITH ANY QUESTIONS? Info@UnboundVisualArts.org  or 617-657-4278   IS MY REGISTRATION/TICKET TRANSFERRABLE? Yes     FAQS   WHAT'S THE REFUND POLICY? This is a fundraising event for Unbound Visual Arts and as such there are no refunds, even if this event is cancelled due for severe weather or other unforseen circumstances.