ServiceNet to Launch Second Annual Art Show on World Mental Health Day

NORTHAMPTON — ServiceNet, a nonprofit mental-health and human-services organization serving communities throughout Western Mass., will host its second annual art show on World Mental Health Day, Thursday, Oct. 10, with an opening reception from 4 to 7 p.m. at 21 Olander Dr., Northampton. This reception is open to the public.

Featuring artwork by more than 40 ServiceNet community members, the show will run through October, with select art pieces displayed at public locations across Western Mass. in November and December.

The event will also include presentation of two new awards: the Art for Community Award, which will be given to Michael Tillyer and Susan Foley, co-directors of New England Visionary Artists Museum and Anchor House of Artists, and the ServiceNet Creative Wellbeing Award, which will be presented to Rob Paradis Stern, Peer Services manager in ServiceNet’s Mental Health Recovery Services division.

Created as a celebration of mental health and well-being, ServiceNet’s art show includes a wide variety of works, from painting and photography to sculpture, drawing, and fiber arts. It stands as evidence of the vital role self-expression plays in healing and resiliency.

The opening reception will feature catering by ServiceNet’s Rooster Café, live music from AJ, door prizes, and more. Follow-up art viewings and tours are available by appointment Monday through Friday, Oct. 14-25. To schedule a tour of the show, email Director of Communications and Development Amy Diehl at adiehl@servicenet.org.