Upcoming Events
The Violence Prevention Center (VPC) is proud to announce its second Art of Healing event to be held in January 2021 at the Johnson Heritage Post art gallery in Grand Marais, MN. Our first Art of Healing event could not have been possible without so many artists generously sharing their artwork and a part of their story with our community.
The Art of Healing is an important event in the VPC’s ongoing mission to serve individuals and families in Cook County affected by domestic, sexual violence, and human trafficking and to act as a catalyst in building healthy relationships and developing a community where violence is not tolerated. We thank those who have and will fulfill this mission through art.
You will see a wide variety of art such as painting, drawing, sculpture, wood carving, jewelry, textiles, weaving, photography, written, and more. Artists had the option to submit their work anonymously due to the sensitive nature of processing their experiences.
We offer sincere appreciation for each and every artist who has shared their work, in turn sharing their story and experiences with our community.
Sincerely, VPC Staff, Board of Directors, and Volunteers
past VPC Events
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 |  Dance Til There is No More |  VPC marching in the Fisherman's Picnic Parade |
 VPC marching in the Fisherman's Picnic Parade |  |  |
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 VPC board members! |  VPC board members! |  LUNAFEST |
 Lunafest and the VPC's 30th Anniversary Celebration with special musical guests Lake Effect |  |  |
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 |  Lake Effect at Lunafest! |  Wander down to harbor park and check out our tree! The tree is lit with purple lights in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness month and in honor of all those who have been affected by violence. Together we can take a stand against domestic violence! |
 |  Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance to acknowledge October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month |  Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance |
 Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance to honor survivors of violence, remember those who have lost their lives, and express our hope for a less violent future. |  Some of our wonderful participants in this year's Dance 'Til There Is No More dance party fundraiser |  VPC dancers at our 2016 Dance 'Til There is No More dance party fundraiser |
 |  VPC's booth for Dance 'Til There Is No More at WTIP's 2016 Radiowaves music festival |  Dancers had a blast and raised support and awareness for VPC services and programming at WTIP's Radiowaves music festival |
 The VPC float at the 2016 Fisherman's Picnic Parade |  The VPC team and supporters march in the 2016 Fisherman's Picnic Parade |  VPC parade marchers acknowledge 30 years of VPC programming |
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 LUNAFEST is a traveling film festival that features films by, for, and about women. 2015 was the VPC's 5th annual hosting of the event! |  The Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance happens each October, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During the Vigil, we take time to remember all who have been touched by domestic and sexual violence |  2015 was the first year for our dance party fundraiser held at WTIP's Radiowaves music festival. Fun was had by all and dancers tore up the dance floor, gathered pledges, and raised awareness about the importance of ending domestic and sexual violence |
 VPC staff, board members, volunteers, and supporters marched in the Fisherman's Picnic parade in August |  VPC at the Fisherman's Picnic Parade |