The Fall Gala is back! Join us for an evening of community, cocktails, clay, and celebration!

We are thrilled to announce the return of our Fall Gala! Join us as we honor Lisa and Barnet Fraenkel on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at The Baum School of Art.

The Fraenkels are known for their community involvement and dedication across the Lehigh Valley—from the Jewish community, to the philanthropic community, and the arts community. Lisa and Barnet bring compassion, expertise, generosity, and kindness to all of their community interests. 

The Fraenkels are leading supporters of The Baum School of Art. Lisa is a talented artist, caring educator, lifelong student, and a dedicated member of The Baum School of Art’s Board of Trustees. In addition to her weekly Ceramics class, Lisa can often be found in the studio working in her “home away from home,” on her gorgeous vessels, mosaics, and sculptures. Lisa’s leadership as a Trustee has been instrumental to The Baum School of Art’s success—whether serving as an officer or through her efforts in various committees. Outside of The Baum School of Art, Lisa spent her career as an art educator at the Jewish Day School and was the Gallery Director at the Jewish Community Center. Barnet is the Senior Vice President of The Fraenkel-Cichocki Group at Morgan Stanley, a Trustee of the Harry C. Trexler Trust, and serves on the board several other community organizations and foundations including the Jewish Federation of Lehigh Valley, the Jewish Community Center, and the Charles and Figa Kline Foundation. Barnet works as an advocate through his philanthropic involvement with foundations that support the arts and culture in the Lehigh Valley. We are fortunate to have them as supporters and a part of our Baum School family.

Please consider the enclosed sponsorship opportunities to show your support for the school and celebrate Lisa and Barnet Fraenkel. After a two year hiatus, we are excited come together again with a night of great food, great art, and great friends at the school. Our galleries will feature the work of ceramist, and long-time Baum School instructor, Renzo Faggioli, accompanied by Lisa’s own artwork, showcasing the creativity and talents of both student and mentor. Additionally, sculptures and ceramic pieces from other longtime students, fondly nicknamed the “Clay-Mates,” will be featured at the event.

Please show your support for the school and help us honor Lisa and Barnet during the 2022 Fall Gala. Each year as part of our Fall Gala, we hold a silent auction. We would be grateful if you would consider a tax-deductible donation of an item or service for patrons to bid on throughout the evening.  Silent auction donations received by October 15, 2022 will be included in the evening’s promotional materials. Silent auction donors will be recognized in our program and in our beautiful display. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. We would love to add your name to our list of sponsors and donors in honor of community leaders, Lisa and Barnet.