In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Fertile Public Library will host two programs that raise awareness about mental health. On Wednesday, May 8, a community-based art project focused on adult mental well-being will be held from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The project will be hosted by Polk County Public Health and will allow participants to express their perception of well-being using a variety of art mediums. From the facilitators of the project, “The purpose of the project is to de-stigmatize words surrounding mental health and learn how to start prioritizing our own mental well-being. By the end of the project, we will have a beautiful collection of art from people all over Polk County for the community to enjoy and reflect on.”
An additional Mental health-themed program for youth will also be held. Children ages 3 and up are invited to join their library for a very special Storytime featuring Whitney McClain, former Miss Moorhead and current titleholder for Miss America/Miss Minnesota Opportunity. On Friday, May 10, at 10:30 a.m., Whitney will visit the Fertile Public Library to share her favorite picture book and lead a craft activity on feelings. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favorite hero, heroine, or princess. Whitney will offer Feelings Storytimes at various locations around Lake Agassiz Regional Library’s service area. A full list of appearances can be found at larl.org/missmoorhead.
