Furry friends focus of upcoming exhibit, fundraiser at North Hills Art Center

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Furry friends focus of upcoming exhibit, fundraiser at North Hills Art Center

Tony LaRussa | Tuesday, February 19, 2019 4:30 p.m.

NORTH HILLS ART CENTER

This painting of a spanial on a chair will be among the pieces of art on display and for sale at the North Hills Art Center’s animal themed show starting on Saturday, March 9, 2019. The show, which benefits local animal rescue groups, runs through April 5.

The North Hills Art Center is going to the dogs — and the cats, gerbils, snakes and other critters people keep as pets.

A juried animal-themed art show to benefit local animal rescue groups kick off on Saturday, March 9 with a grand opening from 7 to 9 p.m.

The art, which will be on display through April 5, can be viewed weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m.

On two Saturdays during the show’s run, special animal-themed activities will be held.

• An “Animal Art Day” featuring three pet friendly art activities is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. on March 16.

• A “Pet Portrait” demonstration by artist Kim Freithaler will be held at 1 p.m. on March 23.

The Art Center is located at 3432 Babcock Boulevard in Ross Township.

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