EVENTS

Aug 4 2009: Benches on Parade will be introduced to the community at a press conference on the Nazareth College campus.
Sept 2009: Nazareth College will host an artists showcase for all sponsors to attend.
Oct 2009: Selected artists pick up benches and begin the magic!
October 8, 2009 & October 9, 2009: Artist Showcase at the Nazareth Arts Center.
Artist Workshop: Nazareth Arts Center 6pm-8pm (see Artist Resources for details)
November 2009 – February 2010: Artists bring their visions to life.
January 23, 2010: Rochester Razor Shark Opening game - Bench Unveiling
January 28, 2010: Phillip Burke will begin work on Chuck Mangione at Nazareth Arts Center at 2:30. Open to the public.
March 1-15, 2010: Completed benches are delivered to the Benches on Parade headquarters.
May 10, 2010: VIP Preview Party! All sponsors and artists invited to preview the benches before they hit the streets.
May 2010: The Big Parade begins!
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