PARTY on KRAFT ’24 in Bronxville is officially in the books after a standing- room-only crowd came together on Saturday night (Oct.19) for a fun-filled evening of film, food trucks and live music, all in support of The Picture House.
“The party highlighted the growing and vibrant support from our community, local leaders and businesses who share in our mission,” said Clayton Bushong, executive director, The Picture House Regional Film Center. “At The Picture House, we’re committed to creating experiences that bring people together through film, education, and culture. Events like this embody our dedication to fostering community connections in our beautifully preserved theaters, offering spaces where diverse audiences can come together to be entertained, enriched, and inspired. We’re thrilled by the turnout and look forward to continuing to build on this momentum.”
The night’s entertainment included an exclusive advance screening of the dark comedy “Get Away,” along with Picture House-themed cookies by Bakeville Treats and coffee from local favorite Ovder.
Attended by local leaders, including New York State Assembly member Amy Paulin, NY state Senator Shelly Mayer, County Executive George Latimer, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins, County Legislator James Nolan, and Bronxville Mayor Mary Marvin, who applauded the community’s dedication to preserving this beloved institution.
Thanks were extended to sponsors: Food Trucks sponsored by Breen & Walsh Team at Compass, Photo backdrop courtesy of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty, Table sponsors The Bennett Family, Prep Academy Tutors, Marisol Sanchez, The Stoltz Team at Compass, and Tompkins Community Bank; and Friend sponsors Mayor Mary Marvin, Erin Burnett, Fran Eigendorff, and Cristle Collins Judd. Special thanks to The village of Bronxville and Bronxville Chamber of Commerce for their continued support were also extended.
Housed in two historic theaters from the 1920s, The Picture House (THP) is a thriving regional film center providing dynamic film and education programs to a diverse and multigenerational audience in Westchester County and beyond. Across 5 screens in Pelham and Bronxville, audiences see the best in new, independent and classic cinema. TPH education programs provide students of all ages with the opportunity to learn about the art, science and business of film. A mission-driven, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, The Picture House has two locations: 175 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, New York, and The Picture House Bronxville at 84 Kraft Ave., Bronxville.
