MARRIOTT HOSTS CULTURAL ART EXPO NOVEMBER 9 IN EL CAJON
Advance tickets now on sale: earlybird rates through Oct. 31
By Miriam Raftery
October 7, 2019 (El Cajon) –You’re invited to discover local and international artists at the 2019 Cultural Art Expo on Saturday, November 9 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Marriott (141 N. Magnolia Ave.) in El Cajon. Proceeds will benefit the East County Arts Association.
Enjoy live music by the Jazilla Band, a local Latin jazz legend, savor food samples from 12-2 p.m., visit a wine and beer garden, and enjoy artworks including adobe sculptures by Enrique Avilez form Mexico City, fish carving sculptures by award winner Bob Berry, local artist Grace Schleisher, workshops by local artist Barbara Young and more.
Stop by East County Magazine’s booth at the Cultural Art Expo to meet local authors and our editor!
This year, the event draws inspiration from the Don’t Give Up Movement, which strives to help struggling people find hope and prevent suicides. The event also honors the memory of local artist Nolan, who died at age 18.
Tickets for the Cultural Art Expo are $15 general admission if purchased by Oct. 31, or $20 at the door; student admission is $10.
For more information visit https://artexpoatthemarriott.com/ .