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Art League Of Long Island Celebrates Grand Re-Opening

In its grand re-opening event on August 20, 2022, the Art League of Long Island celebrates its triumph over adversity and invites the public to join them.  The pandemic almost closed the Art League for good, but through the support of the community and government programs, the Art League has managed to weather the storm.  The Open House, which takes place from 11am to 2pm that day, kicks off the opening reception of the Art League’s Annual Instructor’s Exhibition.

The Art League’s Annual Instructor’s Exhibition features works by its many talented instructors in the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery August 20 through September 22. The open house offers visitors a first-hand look at the inner-workings in the Art League’s specialized art studios through live demonstrations by the instructors.  Demonstrations include painting, drawing, pottery, jewelry making, and more. Hands-on activities for all ages from 5 to 95+.  Meet the instructors and learn about their classes and approach to teaching.

The Art League is a not-for-profit art center offering hundreds of visual arts classes throughout the year in a variety of mediums to adults, teens, and kids ages five and up. Classes, workshops, and open studios are offered to beginner, intermediate, and advanced students year-round, during the daytime, evenings, after school, and Saturdays. Students can register at any time throughout the year.  In addition to the myriad of art classes offered, the Art League also hosts special events and lectures.

The Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery is open free of charge Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-8pm, and Fridays & Saturdays 10am-3pm. The Art League is located at 107 East Deer Park Road in Dix Hills. For more information call (631) 462-5400 or visit www.artleagueli.org.

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