Art auction to be part of memorial fundraiser

"Field of Tulips" by Dr. Bill Patterson of Conway is one of more than 65 pieces of art on display at the Ritz Civic Center.

Each of the pieces is part of the silent auction that will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday during the Artist's Reception, followed by the Alex Johnson Memorial Concert at 7 p.m.

Winning bidders will receive their item by the end of the evening.

All money raised from the auction and concert will benefit the Literacy Council.

Admission is $15 and includes the reception and concert.