NAMI Broward to Hold Annual Artful Minds Event in Dania Beach

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Broward County will host the Second Annual “Artful Minds” event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 6 at MAD Arts in Dania Beach, 481 South Federal Highway. The art exhibit showcases the relationship between art and mental health through artwork in various mediums created by artists living with mental health challenges and mental wellness.

Featured artists throughout the South Florida community include Manny Mendez, Jeana Lindo, Steven Sanchez, Holly Forbes and many more. Emmy-nominated Impact Artist Alexander Star and youth from The Omari Hardwick bluapple Poetry Network will also perform.

Funds raised from the event will help people within the South Florida mental health community living with mental health challenges, and their families/caregivers, by providing education, support and advocacy.

Tickets for adults (ages 13+) are $25 and tickets for youth (ages 3 to 12) are $15. To purchase tickets, please visit Eventbrite.com/e/nami-broward-2nd-annual-artful-minds-event-tickets-525131782297. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Loren Carrillo at [email protected].

NAMI is a grassroots organization for individuals with severe mental illness, their family members, caregivers and friends. NAMI Broward County is affiliated with NAMI Florida, Inc., which includes more than 30 local affiliates and 2,000 members across the State. Its mission is to improve the quality of life of individuals and their families affected by mental illness through education, support and advocacy.

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