Calling all art lovers and friends of the Charles River! The Waltham Riverfest Committee invites you to Come for the Art and Stay for the Bidding on Saturday, June 13 at a reception and art auction featuring 'fresh' paintings, drawings, and photographs of the Charles River created earlier that day.

The artists' reception, starting at 4pm, and the art auction, starting at 5pm, will be located at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University, 274 Moody St., Waltham. Reception and art auction are free and open to the public. Municipal parking is plentiful.

Artists from Waltham, greater Boston and beyond will spend the day along the Charles River creating art inspired by this beloved and scenic river as it meanders through the heart of Waltham. These freshly created pieces - some will still be wet - will then be auctioned off to the highest bidder.

Before the auction, enjoy an artists' reception with food and wine from Waltham's famed 'Restaurant Row' on Moody St. Enjoy selections from Little India, Margaritas, Massao Kitchen, More Than Words, Solea Restaurant & Tapas Bar, plus Hannaford Deli, and D&L Liquors.

The Paint the River Art Auction is part of Waltham Riverfest, sponsored by the Waltham Cultural Council and the Downtown Waltham Promotion Committee. Auction proceeds will support community cultural events. Waltham Riverfest's corporate sponsor is Northland/One Moody Street.

For more information or questions, call 781-642-6662!

Download the latest Auction/Reception Press Release.doc ...HERE!