TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Artist Community will hold a public reception honoring the life and legacy of Lisa Cifaretto, a longtime leader and former president of the organization whose vision helped shape its modern identity.
The event is scheduled for February 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. at TRAC’s Main Street gallery and will celebrate Cifaretto’s contributions as an artist, advocate and mentor. Light refreshments will be served.
Cifaretto, who died in September at the age of 62, is remembered for her commitment to expanding access to the arts and strengthening TRAC’s role within the local community. Under her leadership, the organization relocated to a larger space on Main Street in October 2023, a move supporters credit to her persistence and long-term vision.
As part of the evening, artwork created by Cifaretto will be offered through a special auction. Her family has made the works available to benefit TRAC, with proceeds supporting programs and initiatives that reflect her passion for the arts.
Organizers said the reception is intended not only as a memorial, but as a celebration of Cifaretto’s lasting impact on the organization and the many artists she encouraged along the way.
