
A celebration of art and community spirit took center stage on May 17 as Margaretville Hospital hosted its Fifth Annual Art Auction, CATCH: Community Art to Community Health. Held in the MTC Community Room, the event united art lovers and hospital supporters in a successful effort to raise funds for the hospital’s primary care service expansion.
The evening featured a vibrant collection of artwork from acclaimed local artists, including Laura Taylor, Ron Macklin, Gary Mayer, Lisbeth Firmin, and Judith Lamb. Guests bid on 40 live auction pieces—ranging from paintings and mixed-media collages to ceramics. Previews throughout the spring allowed attendees to view the artwork in advance; an additional 25 pieces were available in a silent online auction, allowing supporters from afar to participate. Guests also had the opportunity to purchase art notecard sets featuring works by the East Branch Delaware River Plein Air Painters.
The evening also featured live jazz music from pianist Loren Daniels, delicious food courtesy of caterer Connie Kearney, and sparkling beverages donated by Bear Maple Farms.
Sponsors of the event included Margaretville Telephone Company, Alta Log Homes, Hubbell Farms, Phoenicia Diner, Richard A. Siegel and Polly de Mille, Sluiter Agency, BEAR Architects, Catskill Chapel, Coldwell Banker Timberland, Delaware Bulldozing, Hawk + Hive, and The Mountain Eagle.
“The event’s success demonstrates our community’s deep commitment to strengthening local healthcare,” said Emilie Adams, Margaretville Hospital Board Chair. “The funds raised will help support WMCHealth’s strategic initiative to expand primary care services at Margaretville Hospital, including essential facility upgrades. This brings us one step closer to our vision of accessible care for all community members.”
Thank you to all who attended and supported this event. To learn more and help advance healthcare at as Margaretville Hospital, please visit Foundations of WMCHealth or call 914-493-2575.