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INDIAN RIVER COUNTY - The inaugural professional chalk art festival in Indian River County, with proceeds benefitting SunUp ARC and the Treasure Coast Health Foundation, will take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Indian River Mall parking area.
Jennifer Chaparro, an internationally renowned street painting artist, along with other nationally ranked professional street artists, local artists and talented art students will participate.
Proceeds from this event will help cover the expenses of extraordinary medical, dental and eye care of the developmentally disabled who are not covered through other sources.
SunUp ARC is a nonprofit, 501 agency dedicated to meeting the needs of people with developmental disabilities in the county for close to 40 years. SunUp ARC has chartered special Scouts Troup 550, the peer group and the advocacy committee, is partnered with Special Olympics and Special Equestrians, collaborates with Dogs for Life and Treasure Coast Community Health and is a United Way partner agency.
TCHH has a 20-year history and is a leader in providing healthcare services to all persons in Indian River County.
For more event information, sponsorship opportunities or to become a participant, call (772)562-6854, Ext. 215.