FAQs
About the Event
What is ARTinis & Appetizers?
ARTinis and Appetizers is the signature fundraiser of AOE Arts Council. This cocktail reception is in its fifth year and AOE has brought together the best elements of past years – delectable food, artistic demonstrations, great entertainment and a few surprises.
When
When will ARTinis & Appetizers 2012 take place?
Thursday, November 8th.
What time will it begin?
6:30 p.m.
What time will it end?
9:30 p.m.
Where
Where will ARTinis & Appetizers 2011 take place?
The Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Orléans.
Directions from downtown:
Take HWY 417 East. Keep left to take Regional Road 174 East towards Orléans/Rockland. Take the Place d’Orléans exit and turn left. Continue past the shopping centre to the lights at Centrum Blvd. Turn left and the Shenkman Arts Centre is on your left.
Alternate route to avoid east-bound highway traffic:
From downtown take Sussex Drive, which becomes the Rockcliffe Parkway. Continue to the intersection of Bearbrook and St. Joseph Blvd. Turn left and continue through Orléans. Turn left immediately past the Place d’Orléans Shopping Centre onto Place d’Orléans Drive. Turn right at the next lights, which is Centrum Blvd. The Shenkman Arts Centre is on your left.
Directions from Rockland:
Take HWY 17 West. Continue on Regional Road 174 West and exit at Tenth Line Road. Turn left on Tenth Line Road and continue to St. Joseph Blvd. Turn right on St. Joseph Blvd. and continue to Prestone Drive. Turn right onto Prestone and left at Centrum Blvd. The Shenkman Arts Centre is the second building on the right.
Is there parking?
Parking is free behind the Shenkman Arts Centre and at street level in nearby shopping areas.
Which bus routes go to the Shenkman Arts Centre?
Take any bus to Place d’Orleans; the Shenkman Arts Centre is a short walk from the bus station on the opposite side (East) of the shopping mall. The 135 local bus route will take you to the front door of the Shenkman Arts Centre. For more information about bus routes go to OC Transpo.
Tickets
What is the cost?
· Single ticket: $65(Early Bird) $75 (Regular Price)
· Group Order ( 6 tickets for the price of 5): $325 (Early Bird), $375(Regular Price)
Each group order will be processed as a single transaction requiring one payment.
How can I purchase a ticket(s)?
· Online at www.artsoe.ca using the ticket order form that will process a Paypal payment (Visa or MasterCard)
· In person at the AOE Arts Council office located at 245 Centrum Blvd., Suite 260,
Orléans (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) by using Visa, MasterCard, cheque, or cash.
· By phone at 613-580-2767 using Visa or MasterCard
Can I purchase tickets at the door?
Tickets to be purchased in advance.
Will I receive a tax receipt?
Tax receipts (business or charitable) issued upon request.
Sponsorship
How can I become a sponsor for this event?
You can download a sponsorship kit (coming soon) and/or contact AOE Arts Council at 613-580-2767.
If I am unable to attend the event, how can I make a donation?
You can make a donation by contacting AOE Arts Council at 613-580-2767 or by email at artinis@artsoe.ca.
A charitable tax receipt for the full value of your donation will be issued upon request.
Silent Auction
How do I make a donation to the Silent Auction?
You can make a donation to the Silent Auction by email at artinis@artsoe.ca.
Dress Code
What is the dress code?
Business attire/cocktail.


