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Wit & Whim Celebrates 'Summers on Long Island' Art Show with Meet the Artists Event

Local shop to host 'Summers on Long Island' art show/sale from June 23rd-August 15th, Meet the Artist event on June 30th!

Local philanthropic shop, wit & whim, will open it’s doors to prominent New York artists to showcase and sell their artwork. The show, which premieres Tuesday, June 23rd, will run through August 15th. If you’re an art enthusiast or simply enjoy giving back to the community, be sure to attend the ‘Meet the Artists’ night at the shop on Tuesday, June 30th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sweets and treats will be served as the artists discuss their passion and insight behind their original pieces and sharing their love for Long Island.

The exhibit will be presenting creations by Bill Kreisberg, winner of Newsday’s Prestigious Artist of the Year Award, local favorite, Vincent Brandi from the Hamptons, and Manhattan photo artist, Alyssa Peek.

Wit & whim, the little shop with the big heart, donates one hundred percent of its profits to a different charity each month and will continue this unique mission throughout the show/sale. During the three months of the exhibit, profits will go to the Helen Keller National Center, the Sands Point Preserve and Safety and Substance Abuse Task Force.

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“This is a fun collection because I have curated a unique mix of work that is captivating and affordable with prices ranging from $65 to $1400,” comments Laurie Scheinman, creator of wit & whim. The ‘Summers on Long Island’ exhibit is free and open to the public and all are welcome to attend!

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