About Us
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of Carrie Leigh's to provide children with free, fun, educational programs to promote and build self-esteem, social skills , and learning through the fine arts. We strive to reach children and all members of our service area who don't have access to art programs and support inclusion of every child and every adult regardless of race, creed, gender, disability or socioeconomic status.
PAINTING CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
Painting Classes for Children are a fantastic way for children to unleash their creativity and spark imagination. Painting helps to develop fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Experimenting with colors and textures lets children explore their imagination and express themselves freely, and nurtures creative thinking.
ADULT PAINTING PARTIES & CLASSES
Our painting parties and classes for adults fund free programs for children. In addition to raising money for children's programs, our classes provide a much-needed escape from daily pressures. Focusing on brushstrokes and color allows you to be present in the moment, lowering stress levels and promoting relaxation similar to meditation.
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COLORING CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Our Adult Coloring Classes offer a surprising range of benefits. Similar to meditation, coloring provides a calming focus and allows you to shift your attention away from worries and concentrate on the present moment, reducing stress and promoting feelings of peace. As a bonus, the smell of crayons brings back that carefree feeling of creativity, the joy of self-expression, the simple satisfaction of bringing something to life with color, and a reminder of a time when the world was full of wonder and possibility, captured in the waxy scent of a childhood favorite. All this while raising funds for free children programs!
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to bring free art programs to kids. Your generous donation will fund painting, acting, theater, film, clay sculpting, drawing, jewelry, music classes and more to children. Thank you for your support.
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Exploring The Arts In Fun, Innovative Ways.
You can explore, and tap your inner self with Painting, Acting, Sculpting or Drawing. Come join our Classes, Parties, or Private Sessions.
Paintings, Crafts, and Gift Baskets
We have Paintings, Crafts, and Gift Baskets available for purchase. Or, we can make a special one just for you. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO PROVIDING FREE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN.
Character Guest Speaking
Coming soon: Mary Todd Lincoln
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Upcoming Events
Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser
Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser
Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser
We are proud to announce our Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser on Friday, August 6th, 6-8:30pm. $25 Will get you the supplies and instructions to create your own Bob Ross style painting. You could even win a prize for the best Bob Ross Costume! Space is limited so get your reservation in soon. You can register at eventbrite.com and search for Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party.
Centralia Summer Market
Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser
Bob Ross Inspired Paint Party Fundraiser
Saturday July 24, Locust Street in Centralia IL. 10am-4pm. For this event we will be providing materials for children to create their own jewelry. This activity will be provided at no cost for children. Jewelry is one of the oldest types of archeological artifacts – with 100,000-year-old beads made from shells thought to be the oldest known jewelry. We are excited to bring this event to the Centralia Summer Market!!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser for the Dream Come True Prom
Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser for the Dream Come True Prom
Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser for the Dream Come True Prom
Join us on Friday, March 11th as we host Easy Money - A Murder Mystery Dinner & Silent Auction in support of The Dream Come True Prom, a Prom for the teen and adult Disability Community. This interactive Murder Mystery Dinner will have actors from Local Celebrity Guest Actors. This event would not be possible without our Gold Sponsor, Opportunities For Access - thank you!
Murder Mystery - Easy Money!
"Jake Slanders made his fortune starting Rumours, a unique antique company selling trinkets and cast-offs rumored to have belonged to the rich and famous. Jake just died - under suspicious circumstances. Greedy friends, wacky relatives, and assorted hanger-on-ers are gathered to hear what's in it for them - the reading of Jake’s Last Will & Testament. Thanks to Jake's quirky sense of humor, anyone in the room might be an heir. "
TICKETS - $50 per person
Dream Come True Prom 2024
Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser for the Dream Come True Prom
Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser for the Dream Come True Prom
The annual Dream Come True Prom for teens and adults with disabilities will on April 6th, 2024 at Castle Ridge in Centralia IL. Registration starts at 6pm and the dance starts at 7pm. This year’s theme is "Hooray For Hollywood" and this dance is for families and friends as well. This is a free event provided by Carrie Leigh's. Please email dreamcometrueprom@gmail.com for more information and registration forms.
Free Formalwear Event for the Dream Come True Prom
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April 6, 2024 at Castle Ridge in Centralia, IL. For more information check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DreamComeTrueProm/