The mission of Expressions of Healing is to use art to reduce the stigma around mental health and addiction, spark meaningful dialogue, and connect people to mental health and addiction resources.
Interested in Submitting a Piece for the 2027 Show and Art Book?
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Expressions of Healing is an initiative designed to foster creativity, inclusion, and meaningful dialogue around mental health and addiction. Through whatever creative medium feels right, community members are invited to share their experiences, perspectives, and emotions in response to the following prompts:
SUBMISSIONS CAN BE ANONYMOUS!!! All Submissions MUST Include a Submission Form |
What creative mediums have been included in the past?
Paintings Sculpture and Pottery Quilts and Fabric Arts Photography Mixed Media Music and Song Dance Poetry and Writing Metal Work Digital Images and Videos Ink/Graphite Drawings and Sketches Submissions are DUE (physically at a drop-off location) on:
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Community Drop-Off Locations
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You can drop off your artwork at the following locations:
DMYFS Office at the Middlefield Community Center 405 Main St. Suite 11, Middlefield CT 06455 Drop Off: M-Thurs 9am-5pm Levi Coe Library 414 Main Street Middlefield, CT 06455 Drop Off: Library Hours [Monday-Thursday 10 AM-7 PM, Saturday 10 AM-2 PM] Durham Public Library 7 Maple Ave. Durham, CT 06422 Drop Off: Library Hours [Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Friday, & Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm] |
Please make sure that your piece has the submission form ATTACHED to it when you drop it off.
Thank you! |
Expressions of Healing is growing, and we need your help!
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We're looking for community members who are passionate about art, mental health, events, photography, marketing, community outreach, and making a difference to join the Expressions of Healing Committee.
Expressions of Healing has become something much bigger than one person, and we are excited to continue building a collaborative team that can help this program grow for years to come. Whether you are interested in a leadership role or simply want to help support the event in smaller ways, we would love to hear from you! If you are interested, please fill out the interest form here: forms.gle/iVP5sfyxpUQjZxfCA OR Email Jade directly at: [email protected] |
That's a Wrap for the 2026 Expressions of Healing!
Thank you to everyone who came out to the 2026 Expressions of Healing.
It was truly incredible to be surrounded by such a powerful, creative, and supportive community. Sharing the space and the stage with so many talented artists and performers was something really special. The vulnerability, courage, and beauty in each piece reminded us exactly why this work matters.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who volunteered their time, donated, and supported this event in any way. This night would not have been possible without you.
And a very special thank you to our sponsors, especially Monte Nido Walden, for helping bring this vision to life.
We’re so grateful to have shared this experience with all of you
It was truly incredible to be surrounded by such a powerful, creative, and supportive community. Sharing the space and the stage with so many talented artists and performers was something really special. The vulnerability, courage, and beauty in each piece reminded us exactly why this work matters.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who volunteered their time, donated, and supported this event in any way. This night would not have been possible without you.
And a very special thank you to our sponsors, especially Monte Nido Walden, for helping bring this vision to life.
We’re so grateful to have shared this experience with all of you
Save the Date: Expressions of Healing 2026!
Mark your calendars for an evening of connection, creativity, and community!
Expressions of Healing: A Mental Health & Wellness Showcase is returning to bring together powerful voices and meaningful stories through art, poetry, music, and more. Whether you come to support a loved one, find inspiration, or simply be part of something meaningful, this evening is for you.
📅 Date: April 24th
⏰ Time: 5pm-8pm
📍 Location: Durham Community Center
All are welcome!
Expressions of Healing: A Mental Health & Wellness Showcase is returning to bring together powerful voices and meaningful stories through art, poetry, music, and more. Whether you come to support a loved one, find inspiration, or simply be part of something meaningful, this evening is for you.
📅 Date: April 24th
⏰ Time: 5pm-8pm
📍 Location: Durham Community Center
All are welcome!
Interested in Submitting a Piece for the 2026 Show and Art Book?
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Expressions of Healing is an initiative designed to foster creativity, inclusion, and meaningful dialogue around mental health and addiction. Through visual art, poetry, music, movement, and other creative mediums, community members are invited to share their experiences, perspectives, and emotions in response to the following prompts:
SUBMISSIONS CAN BE ANONYMOUS!!! |
DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!!
Submissions are DUE: April 14th, 2026
Community Drop Off Locations
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Important: Please ensure every piece includes the following information:
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You can drop off your artwork at the following locations:
DMYFS Office at the Middlefield Community Center 405 Main St. Suite 11, Middlefield CT 06455 Drop Off: M-Thurs 9am-5pm Levi Coe Library 414 Main Street Middlefield, CT 06455 Drop Off: Library Hours [Monday-Thursday 10 AM-7 PM, Saturday 10 AM-2 PM] Durham Public Library 7 Maple Ave. Durham, CT 06422 Drop Off: Library Hours [Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Friday, & Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm] |
Interested in donating to Expressions of Healing?
Images from our 2025 Gallery!
With Gratitude: Thank You for Being Part of the 2025 Expressions of Healing
A letter to everyone who was a part of the 2025 Expressions of Healing intitiative,
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of the 2025 Expressions of Healing Gallery and Showcase. Your presence meant more than words can express. It was incredibly moving to see our community come together to support mental health through the power of art, creativity, and connection.
Thanks to your support and encouragement, this year’s event featured an astounding 137 submissions, ranging from dance, sculpture, poetry, and storytelling to a beautiful array of visual art. Each piece was a reflection of courage, hope, and healing. We were honored to welcome over 120 attendees, each one adding to the warmth and spirit of the evening.
To help us continue growing this event and honoring the voices in our community, we would be so grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete a short feedback survey. Your thoughts and reflections will help shape next year’s showcase.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdPSOgSekf.../viewform...
A very special thank you to our generous sponsors, especially to The Boulanger Foundation, Debbie Dooley Huscher and The Huscher Team at ΓEA⅃, and Monte Nido, whose support made this event (and art book) possible. You all really helped bring our vision to life! And to our amazing team of volunteers. Without their hard work and time, Expressions of Healing would not have been the event that it was!
Thank you again for showing up, for standing with us, and for celebrating mental health and wellness.
With deep appreciation,
Jade Adalbert and Claudia White
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of the 2025 Expressions of Healing Gallery and Showcase. Your presence meant more than words can express. It was incredibly moving to see our community come together to support mental health through the power of art, creativity, and connection.
Thanks to your support and encouragement, this year’s event featured an astounding 137 submissions, ranging from dance, sculpture, poetry, and storytelling to a beautiful array of visual art. Each piece was a reflection of courage, hope, and healing. We were honored to welcome over 120 attendees, each one adding to the warmth and spirit of the evening.
To help us continue growing this event and honoring the voices in our community, we would be so grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete a short feedback survey. Your thoughts and reflections will help shape next year’s showcase.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdPSOgSekf.../viewform...
A very special thank you to our generous sponsors, especially to The Boulanger Foundation, Debbie Dooley Huscher and The Huscher Team at ΓEA⅃, and Monte Nido, whose support made this event (and art book) possible. You all really helped bring our vision to life! And to our amazing team of volunteers. Without their hard work and time, Expressions of Healing would not have been the event that it was!
Thank you again for showing up, for standing with us, and for celebrating mental health and wellness.
With deep appreciation,
Jade Adalbert and Claudia White