Art In The Park Celebrates Talented Community While Giving Back To Bello Machre

Local artists put their talents on display in real time as they did live demonstrations throughout the event, including this painting of Art in the Park as it unfolded.

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Cafe Mezzanotte owner and executive chef Kosmas “Tommie” Koukoulis embraced a hands-on role during the event as he sliced meat and talked to guests.

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Severna Park Voice Publisher Dianna Lancione spoke about Art in the Park’s mission of spotlighting local artists and giving back to the community.

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Severna Park’s Jodi Roberts, owner of Properly Kate Jewelry – named after her daughter, was one of many vendors offering unique local wares for purchase.

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Guests enjoyed a large, curated selection of grilled meats, vegetables, salads, pastas and more at the event’s gourmet picnic.

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Vocalist and special guest Gracie Jay opened the event, entertaining Art in the Park attendees throughout the early hours of the live music and arts festival.

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The staff of Cafe Mezzanotte worked hard throughout the afternoon to keep the food and beverages freshly prepared and flowing.

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Modern jazz band ISHTA, a sextet led by guitarist and composer Ahmed Warshanna, headlined the event.

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Representing event sponsor LaBarge Financial, Jason LaBarge (left) presented Art in the Park funds to Robert Ireland, president and CEO of Bello Machre.

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Posted Wednesday, October 29, 2025 2:53 pm

Music and art lovers gathered at Cafe Mezzanotte on October 5 for the fifth annual Art in the Park festival, a collaboration between the restaurant and the Severna Park Voice. Attendees enjoyed live art demonstrations, vendor offerings, a gourmet picnic, a wine garden, and jazz music performed by Ahmed Warshanna’s ISHTA, with special guest Gracie Jay.

The event was made possible by sponsors LaBarge Financial, Zeskind’s and Park Hardware, Perilla Wellness and KMA Law Office, along with several vendors and art galleries that provided work for display. Event proceeds benefited the nonprofit Bello Machre, which is committed to providing a lifetime of loving care for children and adults with developmental disabilities.