Tauranga Rotary is collecting art for the Annual Book and Art Sale to be held from March 1-3, at the Seeka Coolstore in Harvard Way, Mount Maunganui.

Joan McKirdy and Margaret Cooper, both members of Tauranga Rotary, are totally astounded at the quality of art pieces that are so generously donated each year.

Today, residents are downsizing their living arrangements or changing their décor in their homes and these precious pieces are often tossed aside or put in a cupboard and forgotton. 

The ladies say any items are valuable and “great care is taken in displaying them appropriately”.

“The art, when purchased, gives new life to homes and many offices around the region and the buyers are often so overjoyed with their purchases it is rewarding.”

This year they aniticipate showing more than 300 pieces of art alongside rescue art pieces that Paul Goodall has already collected and prepared for sale.

“The display will be outstanding! So think art – think of how can you make a difference in your community by supporting Tauranga Rotary.”

Phone Joan on 021 670 044 or Margaret on 027 497 9308 for collection.