Local Bridges

07/09/2026

🧰 Inside the Creative Toolbox: Art, Purpose, & Next Steps ✨

Throughout our time at Local Bridges, we have always believed that creativity is one of the most powerful tools for connection, healing, and growth. While the environmental and mold challenges with our physical facility unfortunately prevented us from launching our formal on-site grant projects, the spirit of our mission remains incredibly strong!

We are bringing that creative energy directly into the community for our upcoming session with SMASH on July 18 at the King's Family Library in Sevierville, TN. We are currently hard at work packing our literal and figurative "Creative Toolboxes" with the supplies, projects, and art experiences to make this day special.

As our 501(c)(3) nonprofit steps away from the physical facility and prepares to officially close its doors, Dr. Nola K. is making sure the heart of this creative journey continues.

If you love the art, the hands-on crafting, and the focus on personal growth, you can follow Dr. Nola K.’s independent professional work, upcoming books, and intricate folk narrative art over at her professional page: Explore With Nola

How to keep your creative toolbox open:

Head over to Explore With Nola and hit "Follow."

Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes looks at our July 18 creative session with SMASH at the library!

Discover her new Art-Infused Coaching and upcoming holistic product lines (Wellness in a Box & Creative Essences).

Thank you for being a vital part of the Local Bridges community. Let’s keep exploring, creating, and discovering together over at the new page! 🎨👇

👉 Join the new journey here: Explore With Nola

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