KAUNEONGA LAKE, NY — The Bethel Council of the Arts (BCA) will host its third annual BCA Silent Auction and Reception on Sunday, September 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the BCA ArtSpace, 3575 State Rte. 55.

There will be advance viewings of the artwork on Friday, August 31, 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, September 1, 12 noon to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, September 2, from 12 noon to 5 p.m.

There will be refreshments and music for a fun-filled and festive evening. The centerpiece of the event will once again be an interactive silent auction where everyone can bid on original works by Sullivan County’s leading artists. A wide range of artist donations of visual art, sculpture, pottery and jewelry will provide the opportunity to acquire unique locally created artwork in all price ranges. There will also be donations of goods and services from local businesses to bid on. The auction will benefit both the artists and the Bethel Council of the Arts.