April 12, 2025-Paint & Poetry with a Purpose

“Paint & Poetry with a Purpose,” is an annual event initiated for participants in the art community to register and purchase a ticket to celebrate art, poetry, and decor in April in honor of World Art Day, National Poetry Month, and National Decorating Month. This initiative is sponsored and presented by I Can Fly Ministries. Held at the ICFM building located in Downtown Vicksburg, participants are guided by three of the ICFM artists during both beginner-friendly paint and poetry sessions, where they are painting a canvas and writing a poem. Participants are also engaged and included in raffles for the chance to receive an abstract canvas, a framed poem, and more from ICFM artists. Vendors are welcomed through open invitations for fellow artists and creatives to register for free, with the opportunity to showcase art, sell creative products, and fellowship with fellow artists during the event. Seats are limited, accommodating up to 30 participants and 6 vendors comfortably. Furthermore, free parking and a parking garage are available for attendees.