Dan Rattiner speaks with Ronnette Riley, Artists & Writers Game Board Chair – Episode 68
Feb 24, 2022
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Dan Rattiner talks with Ronnette Riley, Board chair of the Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game. They discuss the history of the game, celebrity support, community art events, and Riley's architectural journey.
The Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game showcases a unique blend of celebrities and local talent.
Spring Training 2022 is a charitable art exhibition featuring works from artists and writers, supporting local charities.
Deep dives
The Artists' Writers' Game Charity Event
Every year in the East Hampton, the Artists' Writers' Game charity event brings together artists and writers for a softball game on a sandlot field. This event, which has been running for 74 years, raises funds for local charities like the Eleanor Whitmore Daycare Center and East End Hospice. Over the years, prominent figures like Jimmy Ernst, Jerry Cooney, and even President Clinton have participated, making it a unique blend of celebrities and local talent.
Spring Training 2022 Art Exhibition
Spring Training 2022 is a charitable art exhibition organized by the Artists' Writers' Game community. Held at the Catherine Markel Gallery in Bridgehampton, the event features paintings donated by artists, with proceeds split between the artists and local charities. The exhibition includes works from various artists and writers, making it a collaborative showcase of talent and creativity.
Community Engagement and History
The Artists' Writers' Game is not just a sporting event but a symbol of community engagement and giving back. Local celebrities and supporters join the game, adding to its festive atmosphere. Past events, like the one in 2015 at Guildhall, have highlighted artwork from both deceased and current artists, creating a vibrant celebration of art and literary culture in the Hamptons.
Episode 68: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Ronnette Riley, board chair of the annual Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game. She is also a vibrant designer (whose projects include the Apple flagship store in NYC), an energetic member of the New York architecture community and a collector of fine art since 1982.
Find the “Dan’s Talks” podcast at DansPapers.com/podcast.
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