Martinez Art in the Park Festival in its 47th year

MARTINEZ, Calif. - July 29, 2016 - PRLog -- The Martinez Arts Association (MAA) presents the 47th annual Art in the Park on Sunday, August 21st, at Susana Park in Martinez, from 10 AM - 5 PM. Over 50 artists are expected at this free community event that grows larger every year.. Come and enjoy fine arts and crafts created by local artists, along with music, food and beverages including wine and beer.

The music line-up this year includes Thomas Martin, Chris Kuria, Acoustic Killbillies, The New Frantics, and Caroompas Room. The music starts at 10:15 and runs until 5 pm.

Art in the Park is the MAA's biggest fundraiser of the year. Don't miss this year's silent auction that raises money to support the arts in local schools. Last year's Flamingos were a bit hit. This year the theme is Recycled Yard Art, featuring unique, whimsical items created and donated by participating artists.

There is plenty of free parking in downtown Martinez with a golf cart shuttle from the Farmer's Market area at the Starbucks plaza on Main Street.

Founded in 1968 as a nonprofit organization, the MAA organizes and participates in many community events throughout the year. Our goal is to encourage art culture and education for local youth. Fundraising proceeds provide scholarships to graduating seniors as well as art grants for elementary through high school teachers. The Martinez Gallery is also a branch of the MAA, and 15% of gallery sales is donated towards the art grant program.

For more details about Art in the Park, please visit www.martinezarts.org. (http://www.martinezarts.org)