PALATE TO PALETTE
Celebrating 10 years! We’re thrilled to announce the 10th anniversary of Palate to Palette, our signature fall fundraiser at the Lyme Art Association on Thursday, October 16, 2025. This has become a beloved event that brings together over 200 guests to enjoy fine art, local cuisine, music, and community – all while supporting the arts. We can’t wait to see you in October!
Palate to Palette 2025 Sponsorships Now Available!
Your sponsorship helps keep our historic gallery thriving with free exhibitions, vibrant educational programming, and a welcoming space for artists at every stage of their journey! As a Palate to Palette sponsor, you’ll enjoy:
- Complimentary event tickets
- Name recognition in print and online promotions
- Reserved parking for major sponsors
- Early access to tickets for this special year
Sponsorship Levels:
- Premiere: $5,000 (includes eight reservations, reserved parking for all guests, and the highest levels of recognition)
- Four Color: $2,500 (includes four reservations, two reserved parking spaces, and top levels of recognition)
- Three Color: $1,500 (includes two reservations, one reserved parking space, and high levels of recognition)
- Two Color: $750 (includes two reservations and high levels of recognition)
- Patron: $350 (includes two reservations and online recognition)
To sign up as a sponsor today:
- Register online by clicking here
- Send in a Sponsorship Form with a check made out to the Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
- Request an invoice by emailing Elsbeth Dowd, Executive Director
Thank you very much for your support!
The Lyme Art Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN 06-0932073
Are you a restaurant or caterer interested in participating?
Each year, we invite a select group of local restaurants and caterers to showcase their culinary talents for 200+ guests. Your participation supports the arts – and your business. In return for your generosity, we offer a strong promotional campaign. It’s also a prime opportunity to spotlight your seasonal specialties ahead of the busy holiday season.
If you are interested in joining us and becoming a part of this festive event, please contact Executive Director Elsbeth Dowd for more information!
Thank you to our 2024 Palate to Palette Board & Volunteers for all of your hard work that made this another successful event for the Lyme Art Association.
Thank you to our Restaurants, Caterers, Sponsors, Patrons, Beverage Sponsors and In-Kind Sponsors for your generous support. We are so thankful for your gifts and for your service that helps LAA continue to provide art and art opportunities for artists, art lovers, the Old Lyme community and beyond.
Palate to Palette Committee:
Debbi Goodman (Co-Chair), Kim Sapia (Co-Chair), Del-Bourree Bach, Hilary Griffin, Melissa Imossi, Lois Lawrence, Jeanne O’Brien, Barbara Resnick, Erin Schaaf, Hayley Scully, Paul Sellier, Fran Violante, and Lorraine Yurkewizc.
Participating Restaurants and Caterers:
A huge thank you to our 2024 participating restaurants and caterers: 374 Kitchen & Cocktails, Coffees Country Market, Comomango, Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina, Flanders Fish Market, Fromage Fine Foods & Coffee, Gourmet Galley, Heartfelt Catering, Jaipore Xpress, J & M’s Dockside, Old Lyme Inn, On the Rocks at Fox Hopyard, Sayulita,
Premier Sponsors:
Debbi & David Goodman
Four-Color Sponsors:
Ann M. Cooper
Three-Color Sponsors:
The Antonacci Family Foundation
Sue & John Beatty
KV Designs
Sapia Builders
Brewster & Judith Perkins: Smith Brothers Insurance
Waterview Landscaping
Two-Color Sponsors:
Bluewater Millwork & Construction, J. Polep Distribution Services, Joe Mayo & Kim Rivest, Reynolds’ Subaru & Boats, Steven & Frani Ross, Ted Schaaf – Citizens Private Client, Paul Sellier, Gail & David Zuckerbraun
Patrons:
Barn for Artistic Youth, Del-Bourree & Kristen Bach, Bartlett Fine Art Ltd., Beverly Schirmeier Fine Art, Bouvier Insurance, Robert Buda & Cynthia Carlson, Michael Centrella, Connecticut Association of Labor Unions: Barbara Resnick, Executive Director, Dean DiMaggio, Brett & Jennie Enman, Michael Greene, Anne Haviland, Honey Hill Property Management, Island Cove Marina, John M. Picard: Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Randie Kahrl, Lois Lawrence, Sarah Stifler Lucas, Lyman Real Estate Brokerage & Development, Madison Art Society, Marvel Auto Body, Richard Mann & Serena Bates, Linda Mariani, Beth Mica, Senator Norm Needleman & Jaqueline Hubbard, Juner & Mark Patnode, RA Parady & Sons, Inc., Sunset Hill Vineyard, The A Team William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, V.F. McNeil & Company, Frances Violante, John & Pandora Wohler, Dwayne & Melinda Xenelis, Lorraine Yurkewicz
Donors:
Amica Companies Foundation, Anonymous, John & Marcella Schweizer Fund, Marcia Murphy, Michael & Elena Patterson, Judy Rasmuson, Richard & Karen Sega, Katherine Simmons
Beverage Sponsors:
