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Artful Life: Arts-based Workshops for Teens

AIM is excited to announce a new, 6-week pilot program titled Artful Life, an arts-based workshop for teens ages 15-17 years old in Alachua County. Artful Life is led by AIM artists who teach skill-building using the arts. Register by September 27th by clicking the button below to complete two…

What is Arts Prescribing?

We know that participating in the arts, whether actively or passively, is good for us. Activities like painting, journaling, songwriting, baking, listening to music, gardening, and so on are all connected to better health outcomes in children and adults alike. When we participate in those activities in a…

AIM is Hiring: Administrative Specialist

The application has closed. UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine is seeking an Administrative Specialist to add to our dynamic team of arts in health administrators. Overview Full time | Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm The Administrative Assistant is responsible for office operations and administrative…

The HeART Wall Zine

In honor of the HeART Wall and the Summer (YOU)th Celebration, Arts in Medicine visual artist Pia Molina teamed up with the students at Girls Place to create a zine that celebrates the Gainesville community’s resilience and vibrancy.

Local Color: A Study of Our Native Flora

AIM Artists Kris and Sarah have been leading workshops at GROW HUB each Tuesday, with a recent focus on Florida’s native flora. On August 9th from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, we’ll help celebrate the art and materials made during those workshops with an exhibit and art walk at Cypress &…

HeART Wall Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Arts in Medicine is thrilled to announce the official unveiling of the HeART Wall with a ribbon cutting celebration! Where: Depot Park in Gainesville (874 SE 4th St). We will be gathering at the pavilion near the water park. When: Saturday, July 27th from 6:00 – 7:00 PM Expect free…

Dance Class Has a New Name!

Dance for Lifelong Health has a new name! Now called Dance for Joy, the class is designed for participants over 60 with the focus on fun, fitness, creativity, and community using easy dance techniques from jazz, modern, ballet, and various national styles that contribute to experiencing the joy of motion.

Celebrate Hospital Week 2024 with Arts in Medicine!

Arts in Medicine is excited to present two special events for Hospital Week 2024, free to all UF Health employees! Make-and-take paper flower crafting with Arts in Medicine visual artists – Tuesday, May 14th from 1-3pm in ALL hospital atriums. Head to all three towers to make and collect each…

AIM at the 2024 Arts in Health Intensive

This week, artists and administrators from the Arts in Medicine team are gearing up to present at the 2024 Arts in Health Intensive hosted by our colleagues at the UF Center for Arts in Medicine. The…

AIM at BIG: Culture & Arts Festival

Arts in Medicine will be at the Big: Culture & Arts Festival Saturday, April 13th from 12-9pm! Stop by our table next to the Art Haus for a free art-making activity, free swag (while supplies last), and info on community art programs…