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News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                 November 16, 2001

STEP ASIDE GUMBALLS AND NABS:
IN CARY, IT’S ART FOR SALE IN VENDING MACHINES

 

CARY, NC - Change is inevitable, except from vending machines. Introducing Art-O-Mat, a refurbished cigarette vending machine that now sells individual pieces of original art created by regional artists. For only $5, you can own a miniature masterpiece. With about 30 Art-O-Mats nationwide, the Cary Art-O-Mat is one of three located in the triangle.

This specialized vending machine can be found in the Jordan Hall Arts Center, 908 North Harrison Avenue near the Maynard Road intersection. Join the Town of Cary for the unveiling on Monday, November 19 from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call (919) 460-4963 or visit www.townofcary.org


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PRIMARY CONTACTS:

Virginia Howell, Arts Programs Specialist, (919) 462-3963
Meredith Bridgers, Recreation Projects Specialist, (919) 462-3960
Bill Coleman, Town Manager, (919) 469-4002
Susan Moran, Public Information Officer, (919) 460-4951 or (919) 501-5595