Join Artlighten on Sunday, September 27th for a meaningful gathering in nature as we come together to walk, talk, and connect in support of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. 100% of donations will be donated to To Write Love On Her Arms, a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. 🎨♥✨
 
The event includes:
Guided nature Walk & Talk by Karina with optional reflection and conversation prompts (Pre-registration required; Click Add to Cart at the top and checkout to register)
Flash tattoos by Nina Riggi, Artseed018, featuring mental health-themed designs
Art activities for creativity, community, and connection
Mental health and suicide prevention resources
 
📅 Sunday, Sept. 27th
📍 We'll be meeting at Echo Lake Park, Watertown, CT for the Walk & Talk. Following the walk, we'll gather at Artlighten, just a 3-minute drive away, for the flash tattoos and art activities.
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🍃🍂 The Walk: Echo Lake Park @ 9:45am
Walk registration is required in advance. Click Add to Cart at the top and checkout to register.
Registration is free. Donations are welcome and encouraged to support suicide prevention efforts.
100% of the donations will benefit To Write Love On Her Arms.
Check-in at 9:45am; Walk from 10-10:45am (approximately)
Distance: approximately 1 mile on a mostly flat, wooded trail around the lake
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🦋🎨 Flash Tattoos: Artlighten LLC @ 11am-5pm (while availability lasts)
Optional and separate from walk registration.
Will begin following the walk and will be first come, first served. Guests arriving at Artlighten can add their name and phone number to the waitlist upon arrival; walk participants interested in a tattoo can add their name to the waitlist at the walk check-in.
Flash pieces will range from $50-$160.
Tattoo payment is made directly to the artist.
Availability is limited and not guaranteed.
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🎨🎫 Art Activities: Artlighten LLC
Community art activities are free and designed to support and encourage creativity and community.
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Whether you participate in the walk, choose a meaningful piece of flash, or connect over art, the goal is simple: making space for connection, conversation, and community.
 
🌦 The Walk & Talk is weather-dependent. In the event of rain or severe weather, registered participants will be notified of any changes to the walk only. The flash tattoos and art activities at Artlighten will take place indoors and continue rain or shine.