Berkshire Country Day School to Host Its Third Annual ArtSoirée to Benefit Financial Aid Program

LENOX, MA (04/26/2013)(readMedia)-- On Saturday, May 4, the third annual ArtSoirée - A Celebration of the Culinary Arts will be held at Berkshire Country Day School in Lenox, to benefit the School's Financial Aid Program.

BCD provides financial aid for 30 percent of its students and takes pride in its inclusive community and its economic diversity. Head of School Paul Lindenmaier remarked, "BCD remains committed to maintaining rigorous academic and programmatic standards while seeking a diverse and talented student population. A diverse community impacts and enhances the quality of the educational experience for all of our students, and a strong and well-supported financial aid program is essential to achieving these goals. This year's ArtSoirée promises to be a spectacular and successful community event."

Creative cuisine from some of the best restaurants in Berkshire and Columbia Counties, inspired beverages, random fun, and bid-worthy silent and live auction items will all be part of the evening. Toby Cecchini, dining and wine critic for the New York Times, will serve as mixologist for the Underwriters' reception, with signature cocktails provided by Berkshire Mountain Distillers and RIPE.

In addition to Berkshire Mountain Distillers and RIPE, our generous food, drink and service providers are: Baba Louie's, Emily and Don Bernard, Brava, Big Elm Brewery, Canyon Ranch, Chez Nous, CrossRoads Food Shop, Mara and Justin Davies, Guido's Fresh Marketplace, David Hautzig, Jae's Asian Bistro, Loeb's Foodtown, Nejaime's Wine Cellars, The Red Lion Inn, Route 66 Spirits, Route 7 Grill, H.R. Zeppelin Handmade Chocolates and Zucchini's.

A silent auction of more 50 items will include local art, crafts, services and food. Live auction items will include art lessons and a cocktail party with John Clark; a Lime Rock Driving Experience; and a "behind the scenes" tour of Washington, DC.

The festive evening begins at 5:30 pm with a cocktail reception for underwriters, patrons, and sponsors. Doors open to the public at 6:30 pm.

Tickets are $75, and include open bar, dinner and dancing. For tickets, more information, or to learn about becoming an underwriter, please contact Joanne DelCarpine at Berkshire Country Day School at (413) 637-0755 or visit berkshirecountryday.org/artsoiree.