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<\/a>\u201cThis year we have invited more artists to participate in the show than we have in the past,\u201d said Ansley Abrams-Frederick, director of alumni programming in the UToledo Office of Alumni and Annual Engagement. <\/p>\nA total of 115 artists are expected to bring their creations to Art on the Mall.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople can expect a lovely setting, a very comfortable, walkable show that has amazingly talented artists displaying beautiful works of art,\u201d Abrams-Frederick said. <\/p>\n
All pieces of art are for sale. Guests can pay cash or with a credit card at the artist’s booth or in the Thompson Student Union.<\/p>\n
During the event, there will be food, music, kids\u2019 activities, free parking and golf cart shuttle service from the lots.<\/p>\n
In addition, Art on the Mall offers a young artist area for children to try their hands at creating their own masterpieces, a music tent featuring jazz throughout the day, a beer garden, and a food court.<\/p>\n
More than 13,000 people attended last year’s show.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think the community really supports this event,\u201d Abrams-Frederick said. \u201cThe event attendees know that this is a one-day show, so they buy, knowing that it might not be there after they walk away.\u201d<\/p>\n
Art on the Mall is supported by community sponsors 13abc, The Blade, Mail It and 101.5 The River.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe artists love the show because of our supportive and receptive community,\u201d Abrams-Frederick added. \u201cThey love our volunteers and know that the people attending the show really appreciate their work. It\u2019s a great show with wonderfully talented artists in a beautiful setting. What more could you ask for?\u201d<\/p>\n