artwork by Licia Weber

From dance to writing to music to food, creative activities feed our emotional health, and our emotions affect our creativity. November 30 and December 1, 2007, join in the festivities as we play, engage, experience and enjoy the art of mental health.
Play
Dance the Blues Away
with O2R blues band
Friday, November 30, 7:30-10pm
First United Methodist Church, 219 E. 4th St., Bloomington, Ind.
Free and open to the public

Engage
Attend Workshops
Saturday, December 1, 1-5pm
First United Methodist Church, 219 E. 4th St., Bloomington, Ind.
Free and open to the public

Experience
Opening Reception for Art of Mental Health Exhibition
with art works by people who have dealt with mental illness
Friday, November 30, 7pm
First United Methodist Church, 219 E. 4th St., Bloomington, Ind.

Enjoy
Lighten Up: Songs, Stories, and Stunts
a benefit for Mental Health America of Monroe County
Saturday, December 1, 7:30 pm
Tutto Bene Wine Café, 213 S. Rogers St., Bloomington, Ind.
Tickets: $25 ($45 for two), available in advance by calling 812-339-1551

A co-project of the Center for Behavioral Health and Mental Health America (MHA) of Monroe County, The Art of Mental Health includes a free community dance featuring the O2R blues band, an afternoon of free workshops, and an exhibit of art created by people who have dealt with mental illness.

Support provided by:

  • Eli Lilly Educational Grant
  • Bloomington Hospital
  • Meadows Hospital
  • Bloomington Iron and Metal
  • WFIU radio
  • WFHB radio
  • Bloomingfoods
  • generous artists, performers, and presenters

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