Local artist Allison Moir-Smith is back offering beginner, arthritis friendly painting classes. You will experience the healing power of art and breathing techniques that help with emotional stress , nervous system dysregulation, and physical symptoms. All adults of any skill level are welcome. Register separately for each week's session. Artists will work on their skills by painting the same subject with acrylic twice in each session. This event is for adults.

Allison Moir-Smith is a concussion activist, public speaker, brain-injury art teacher, and facilitator of an online concussed moms support group; Allison lives in Manchester- by-the-Sea with her family. For more information, visit www.concussionrecoveryart.com and @concussion_recovery_art on Instagram.

This series is funded by the Friends of the Manchester Public Library.