“Resilient Community Arts (RCA) has partnered with Open Pantry to expand its free art programming at he South Congregational building, by offering a new program, Meals and Making: Creative Exploration at Open Pantry. This new program and developing partnership provides opportunities for creative expression and art workshops to folks receiving meals.
The goal is to support those receiving meals with an accessible outlet for creative expression and the chance to learn new artistic skills. Aside from art-making, this program will be a valuable opportunity for attendees to connect with others in a safe space, stay engaged in a recreational activity in a cool indoor space during the hot summer months, and develop a new coping skill to support mental health. Returning weekly participants will be given a sketchbook to keep along with a small drawing kit, to support artistic expression outside of program times.” Maddie
