The CastellaniArt Museum of Niagara University announces that First Fridays have been transformed into a new seasonal, themed event called Mixers at the CAM. People who have enjoyed First Fridays for the past five years will find many of the same reasons to come to the museum - live music, dancing, full cash bar, complimentary refreshments, great raffles and door prizes. New this year, each event will have a seasonal theme, and the museum has booked some terrific bands. Admission is free for Castellani Art Museum members, $5 for non-members. All Mixers run from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

The first Mixer is scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2008. "Beetle-mania!" takes its theme from the giant inflatable beetle sculpture that is the centerpiece of the exhibition Max Streicher: Metamorphosis. You won't want to miss the opportunity to dance with the big bug to Beatles music performed by The BBC Band.

Save the dates for the remaining 2008-2009 Mixers at the CAM:

Friday, October 17, 2008: "Beetle-mania!" Dance in the central gallery with the giant inflatable beetle that is the centerpiece of the exhibition Max Streicher: Metamorphosis. Live music by Beetles tribute group, The BBC Band.

Friday, December 12, 2008: "CAM's Second Annual Holiday Bash" Back by popular demand is PENELOPE, the band that was voted first place by you in our music survey. Enjoy holiday treats and an extra special basket raffle as we celebrate the holidays together.

Friday, March 20, 2009: "Swing into Spring" Get ready to lindy hop, jitterbug and fox trot the night away to the big band sound of Jon Seiger and the All Stars. You'll swear Satchmo himself is in the room!

Friday, June 19, 2009: "The Art of Tango" Hot music, cold drinks, cool company. If you love to tango, or you would like to learn, we'll have a DJ and dance instructors to show you how it's done.

For more information about Mixers at the CAM, call 716-286-8200.