We’ve been trying to say thank you more. To our loved ones. To our friends. To our coworkers. To the essential workers. To the teachers. To the restaurant workers. To those on the frontlines at the hospitals. To those still creating on a daily basis.

And now we want to say thank you to Mike Wirth for painting this stunning piece at Optimist Hall centered around that same theme… giving thanks.

The installation includes a message from Optimist Hall that reads, “Thank you! To those who sacrifice their time and safety to keep our communities moving no matter what. You are essential and we are grateful.”

We have hope for a brighter future where we are kinder and more grateful for one another. And this painting shows the important role art will play in that future. And, as always, thank you for reading!

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