MARION — The Marion Art Center will host its annual Cocktails by the Sea event on Friday July 26.

Anne and Trevor Hatton will host the silent auction and open bar with hors d’oeuvres and music will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at 183 Front Street. Entertainment will be provided by Third Shift Jazz and Overhead Arts.

The event’s sponsors include American Research & Management, Cape Cod 5, and Burr Bros. Boats, Inc. All fundraiser proceeds benefit the art center’s ongoing operations, programming and community outreach.

Tickets for the event are $75 and can be purchased at the Art Center, by phone, or at marionartcenter.org/events/cocktails-by-the-sea. Donations are appreciated.