Google-izing the Venice Art Walk & Auctions
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Courtesy photo Venice Art Walk & Auctions Google's Venice offices, in Frank Gehry's "binoculars" building
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Google...It's everywhere. And in late 2010, Google set up camp in Frank Gehry's cherished "binoculars" building in Venice Beach amidst the marijuana clinics, fire-eaters, and snake charmers.
Last year, Google reached out to the Venice Family Clinic and offered to sponsor the annual Venice Art Walk & Auctions benefit and host the silent auction at the landmark building. Many Venetians were wary of the corporate presence and its involvement, while others welcomed the imminent nouveau regime.
At this year's 34th annual event, on Sunday, May 19, Google has taken center stage, providing not only the gallery for the auction but also hosting the "family fun day." "The Venice area is home to a lot of Google employees who are happy to be involved for the second year in a row," says Thomas Williams, engineering director and Google L.A. site lead.
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