Celebrate five decades of creativity and community at SAMA’s Golden Gala: 50th Anniversary! This milestone celebration will bring together artists, patrons, and community leaders for a memorable night featuring a live performance by Coal Aly, anniversary-inspired experiences, dining and dancing, a casino experience, and live and silent auctions, all in support of SAMA’s exhibitions, art education programs, and regional initiatives.

 

Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres sponsored by Mrs. Joan McCreary and Jeanne and Rob Gleason, a raw bar sponsored by UPMC Altoona, bar sponsored by Jim Cayce, Tom Dosh, Kranich’s Jewelers, Ward Transport and Logistics, and Lawrence Savino, floral arrangements sponsored by Barbara O’Brien, and décor sponsored by Margaret and Michael M. Strueber.

 

The Golden Gala promises to honor SAMA’s past while investing in the next generation of creative voices. Honorary Chair and Event Sponsor, Roberta Titelman and Honorary Chairs, Margaret and Michael M. Strueber have planned a golden night for art! The program will be led by Master of Ceremonies Carolyn Donaldson with Auctioneer Tammy Miller—so dress to shine and Think Golden!