Seeds of Change: A Spring Celebration reflects the Art Gallery of Burlington’s growth following our 50th Anniversary. Enjoy a signature spring cocktail or mocktail, courtesy of Backed By Bees and SOBR Market. Sip Malivoire Wines while mingling with fellow art enthusiasts in the beautiful Courtyard. Experience an ingredient focused farm-to-table inspired dinner menu, thoughtfully crafted by Spencer’s at the Waterfront’s Executive Chef, Matteo Paonessa, followed by seasonal spring cheesecake jars from Laila’s Cheesecake Co.
Celebrate the Gallery’s Community and Medicine Garden launching Spring 2026 with remarks from Michele Dent. The Gala also offers guests a unique opportunity for a behind-the-scenes peek at the installation process for A material called Earth, Vol. 1: The life of corners, a solo exhibition by Argentine artist, Celina Eceiza, curated by Sylvie Fortin. The exhibition will officially open on May 16, 2026. Seeds of Change supports our mission and reflects on the connection between sustainability, visual and culinary arts.
❀ Menu ❀
Spencer’s at the Waterfront
Cocktail hour Hors d’ oeuvres
Blackberry Brie Bites
Swedish meatballs with cranberry gastrique
Vegetable spring roll with soy caramel
First Course – Mixed Haven greens, bee pollen honey mustard vinaigrette
Main Course – Lavender honey brushed Cornish Hen, potato pave, confit carrot
Vegetarian Option – Falafel, apricot jam, spring vegetables
Dessert by Laila’s Cheesecake Co.
Strawberry and Lemon Cheesecake jars
Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners
Seeds of Change: A Spring Celebration is generously sponsored by Lead Sponsor – The Vertigo Therapist, Supporting Sponsor – RBC Dominion Securities, and Table Sponsors — Hogg, Shain & Scheck Professional Corporation, Benson Crew, Cintas Canada Ltd, Ashwood Glen School, Maison Léveillé Real Estate Team, Lakewest Ford Lincoln, and Minty Gold & Silver Exchange. The Gala is made possible with in-kind support and partnership provided by NRG Lites, Spencer’s at the Waterfront, Laila’s Cheesecake Co., Backed by Bees, SOBR Market, Nickel Brook Brewing Co., Malivoire Wine Company, Yellow Robot Marketing, and OSC Seeds.