Celebrating the Arts at the 19th Annual Arte' Gras Gala: Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
- Mar 30
- 3 min read
On March 29, 2025, Arts Clayton hosted the 19th Annual Arte' Gras Gala at The Morrow Center. Embracing the vibrant theme "Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler" or "Let the Good Times Roll," the unforgettable evening brought together community members, artists, and supporters to celebrate creativity and culture.
The evening's opening entertainment was provided by the Morrow High School Orchestra and the Morrow High School Marching Band, setting the tone for an elegant and lively celebration.
Supporting the Arts in Clayton County
Arts Clayton's mission to enrich lives through the arts was evident as proceeds from the Arte' Gras Gala directly supported initiatives that:
Enhanced arts education for students in local schools.
Provided exhibition opportunities for talented Georgia artists.
Fostered community engagement through events and art showcases.
Promoted economic growth and cultural vibrancy.
Evening Highlights
7:00 PM - Social Hour
8:00 PM - Ballroom Opened
8:15 PM - Art Auction presented by Kaiser Permanente
9:15 PM - Second Auction & First Raffle
10:15 PM - Second Raffle & Dancing
Guests were amazed by an exquisite art auction featuring the works of Gloria Rosenthal and the Children's Collaborative Art Project.
Arts Clayton Board of Directors 2025
Executive Committee:
Tim Hynes - President, Retired President of Clayton State University
Dr. Donna Jackson - Vice President, Founder/Retired Principal of Kay Pace School of the Arts
Altimese Dees - 2nd Vice President, President/CEO of The Real Estate Gallery of Georgia, LLC
Judith Bennett - Secretary, President/CEO of Bennett-Phoenix, LLC and Lake Spivey/Clayton County Rotary Club President
Ramona Bivins - Treasurer, CFO of Clayton County Public School System
Kaysie Lazzaro - Executive Director, Arts Clayton, Inc.
Directors at Large:
Dr. Anna Bhat - Physician, Rheumatologist
Erica Rocker - Economic Development Officer, Clayton County Board of Commissioners
Karen Sullivan - Owner, Paragon Alarm Systems
Alan Xie - Professor of Art, Clayton State University
Parveen Yusufji - Art Advocate
Regina Deloach - South State Bank
Dr. Laura Davis - Owner, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Neat Robinson - Henry County Commissioner
Lee Shreve - Delta Performance Leader
H. Bernard Franks - CEO, Clayton Water Authority
Terry Baskin - Retired Tax Commissioner, Jonesboro
Valencia Williamson - Executive Director, Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
Renee Saunders Knight - Morrow City Council
Dr. Chalonda Smith - Managing Partner at IMC Innovative Managements
Leslie Mohamed-Vall - Retired Pediatric Rheumatology Nurse
Special Thanks to Their Sponsors
Arts Clayton expressed gratitude for the support of its Community Sponsors, including:
City of Lovejoy
Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
Clayton County Office of Economic Development
Lake Spivey/Clayton County Rotary Club
City of Morrow
City of Lake City
City of Jonesboro
Allen Vigil Ford
Kaiser Permanente
Clayton County Water Authority
Hennessy of Southlake GMC
Development Authority of Clayton County
Piper | Sandler
A Night to Remember
The Arte' Gras Gala was a spectacular celebration of the arts. Art enthusiasts, local artists, and supporters came together to enjoy the festive atmosphere, bid on remarkable artwork, and dance the night away.
For more information on how to continue supporting Arts Clayton’s initiatives, visit their website.
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
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