Local Art Event to Benefit No Empty Bowls
CASTLETON, VT — Julie Griffith, a 2025 graduate of Vermont State University Castleton, is organizing a community art reception to donate artwork to No Empty Bowls, supporting families in need with pet food.
Event Highlights:
- Date and Time: October 10, from noon to 5 p.m.
- Location: Kaleidoscope Art Supply, 37 Center St., Rutland.
- Artists Involved: 11 local artists will display various art forms, including photography, sculptures, and paintings.
- Community Focus: Griffith emphasizes the importance of art as a positive force in the community, particularly in financially challenging areas.
The event aims to foster community connection and support for pet welfare, as No Empty Bowls targets keeping pets with their families by providing essential food supplies. Griffith expresses her enthusiasm for community engagement through art, hoping to create a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere for attendees.
For Griffith, the fear of low attendance lingers, recalling previous experiences in less engaged art settings. However, the goal remains clear: to showcase art’s ability to connect people and uplift the community.
The event promises engaging conversations among artists, along with food and art displays, making it a noteworthy occasion for the local community. Griffith urges everyone to join and celebrate culture, fostering deeper human connections in an increasingly digital age.
