CHICAGO, Illinois – On Thursday, October 1st America SCORES Chicago will host the Inspired Art Project at the South Halsted Gallery at 1825 South Halsted Street. The Inspired Art project enlists local artists to create original pieces inspired by the poetry written by students in the America SCORES after-school program.
The young poets and professional artists explore subject ranging from loneliness, love and community issues to Halloween and fish funerals. Doors will open at 6:00pm; the evening will feature the entire Inspired Art Project exhibit. All 40 pieces of art will be auctioned off and proceeds from the event will benefit the America SCORES program. To purchase tickets or to receive more information about this unique event call 312-666-0496 or visit InspiredArtChicago.wordpress.com
About America SCORES
America SCORES Chicago is an affiliate of America SCORES, a unique national youth development program that seeks to help urban students “score goals on the field and achieve goals in the classroom.” America SCORES Chicago partners with nine public elementary schools in the Little Village and Lawndale communities. For more information,visit www.americascores.org