Community & Family Experiences
Community is at the heart of this work.
Alongside workshops and retreats, I offer accessible creative spaces designed to foster connection, reflection, and shared presence - without pressure, performance, or perfection.
These offerings are intentionally low-barrier and community-centered, creating space to gather, create, and reconnect in ways that feel grounded and human.
Offerings range from free community creative circles to guided journaling gatherings ($30) and occasional collaborative wellness events with pricing that varies.
Full details, dates, and registration are shared below and on our events page.
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Community events may vary in format and focus, and can include:
Creative Sanctuary Circles
Free, open community gatherings offering a judgment-free space to create, connect, or simply be. Materials are provided, and participants are welcome to bring their own creative projects.Guided Journaling Gatherings
Low-cost, facilitated sessions using art-based journaling prompts curated by board-certified art therapists. These gatherings offer gentle structure, reflection, and emotional insight in a supportive group setting.Collaborative Wellness Events
Special offerings co-hosted with wellness practitioners or local organizations, integrating creativity with practices that support nervous system regulation, embodiment, and overall well-being.
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These gatherings are open to adults and families who are looking for a creative outlet and a space where they can feel welcomed and at ease.
You don’t need to consider yourself an artist, writer, or “creative” to belong here. These spaces are for anyone who wants to slow down, explore creativity in their own way, and spend time in a supportive, judgment-free environment.
Whether you come to create, reflect, connect with others, or simply take a pause from daily life, you are welcome here.
Monthly Community events
Creative Guided Journaling Sessions
A gentle, guided journaling session held twice a month in Parker, CO.
These one-hour gatherings invite reflection through creative expression in a calm, supportive space. No art or journaling experience needed.
Morning session: All ages welcome (children 10 and under are free with an adult)
Evening session: Adults only
Select your date & session upon checkout.
Limited to 10 participants per session.
Free community Creative Circle (coming soon)
A relaxed, drop-in creative space to work on projects, try watercolor or acrylics, doodle, or simply create and chat. Gentle guidance and support available. Drop in anytime during the 2-hour window. No experience needed.
Upcoming Community Collaborations
Therapeutic Art: Color of My Feelings
February 12th, 2026 | Parker Rec Center
Therapeutic Art: Color of My Feelings is a creative, light-hearted art experience designed to support emotional expression, self-confidence, and social connection for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
In this one-hour session, participants explore emotions through color, simple art-making, and playful creativity in a welcoming and supportive environment. Guided activities encourage emotional awareness and self-expression without pressure, judgment, or the need for prior art experience.
All levels and abilities are welcome.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E Lincoln Ave, Parker, CO 80138
Cost: $12
This program is facilitated by Dhruvi Mehta Shah, Art Therapy Facilitator, and is offered as part of Therapeutic Recreation programming. Please click here for Therapeutic Recreation policies for information on required levels of medical and personal support.
To register or for more information, please contact Heather Ballantyne at 303.805.3208 or via email hballantyne@parkerco.gov