Hartlepool Rotary Club raises £1100 at charity art show

By Madeleine Raine
Published 30th May 2023, 10:53 BST
Updated 5th Jun 2023, 13:09 BST
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Over 100 works of art went on display at an art show by Rotary Hartlepool which raised over £1,100 for town charities.

The event took place over three days at Cafe One77, in York Road, where 125 exhibits were on show, including five works from artist Dr Samir Abukhalil.

Rotary President Jane Tilly said: “We are grateful for the use of the splendid facilities at Cafe 177, enabling us to raise funds for various local charities.

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"The staff there went the extra mile to ensure our work was a success. Paul and Ashley are a credit to their organisation, Hartlepool Families First and the town in general.

Dr Samir Abukhalil at the art exhibition held in One177, in York Road, Hartlepool.Dr Samir Abukhalil at the art exhibition held in One177, in York Road, Hartlepool.
Dr Samir Abukhalil at the art exhibition held in One177, in York Road, Hartlepool.

“We hope to repeat the event in the future.”

Since its foundation in 1923, the club has served the community through various fundraising activities including charity bike rides and supporting Hartlepool’s annual Poppy Appeal.

In the past, the club has raised money for food banks, youth organisations and youth camps, with this year’s charity recipients to be confirmed.