Gala Art Auction to Benefit the Moncton Public Library

The gallery of the Moncton Public Library has been supporting emerging artists since 1989. When the Library Board decided to organize a fundraising event, the idea of an art auction came naturally to them. The need of the Moncton Public Library, like many other libraries in Canada, has surpassed available government funding. Therefore, the Library has had to find effective methods to raise funds that will supplement the available funding. The funds that will be collected from this event will allow the Library to continue to develop its free accessible collection for benefit all the residents of the province. 

The Magnum Opus Gala Art Auction in 2008 was resounding success. With nearly 250 patrons and artists in attendance, the auction raised more than $21,000 for the Moncton Public Library.

The Gala is excited to announce that 22 artists have been confirmed for this year's art auction. They are: Georges Goguen, Nicole Haché, Jeanne LeBlanc Mullin, Amber Lounder, Dave Skyrie, Joan Gregory, Herménégilde Chiasson, Mario Cyr, Paul Édouard Bourque, Shayla Perreault-Newcomb, Dianne Ryan, Jules Landry, Josette Mallet, Marc Blanchard, Jennifer Evans, Joël Culligan, Pamela Carr, Michiko Nishijima, Luc A. Charette, Cecil D. Long, Grace Ward and Raymonde Fortin.  The art works are displayed at the Moncton Public Library until October 24, 2009.  

About the Moncton Public Library

The Moncton Public Library aims to provide equitable access to quality collections, programs and services that will respond to the educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the residents of the City of Moncton. It supports economic and social development and promote self-reliance by providing opportunities for residents to enhance their knowledge and their creative capabilities. We recognize the inherent value of the people we serve and are committed to serving them equitably, respectfully and in a caring way, doing our outmost provide them with the information they need.

The Library provides services, books and reference materials in English and French. The collection includes items such as books about local history and genealogy, newspapers on microfilm, encyclopedias, fiction and non-fiction books, computer programs, audio-visual materials, electronic resources and Internet access. Through the Library, patrons can access electronic resources online, borrow the latest novel by their favourite author, and participate in many cultural activities.

Moncton Public Library Board

Jules Chiasson, Nathalie Olivier, Maurice Henri, Sharon Hale, Bonnie-Preeti Singh

Najwa Elkassem Eljabi (Treasurer), Gino LeBlanc (Vice-Chair), Jane Wood (Chairperson), Chantale Bellemare (Secretary)

Absent: Ingrid Tollefsen, Paulette Thériault (City Liaison)