Poetry - Paint & Hope

Join us in person for an inspiring evening of creativity and expression. Dive into the world of poetry while exploring your artistic side through painting. It's all about sharing hope, emotions, and vibes in a chill, welcoming space. Don't miss out on this unique blend of words & colors—come ready to create, connect, and feel the inspiration flow! Poetry • Paint & H.O.P.E.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity, inspiration, and meaningful connection at Poetry • Paint & H.O.P.E., a monthly interactive experience designed to refresh the mind, uplift the spirit, and reconnect our downtown community through art, poetry, and purpose.

Presented by BruceFordSpeaks2.com / Progressive Warrior in collaboration with Reclaiming You, founded by Ms. Cecily Smith, this unique event brings together people who live, work, and serve in downtown Indianapolis for an evening centered on hope, healing, personal growth, and creative expression.

Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, professional, student, or simply someone looking for encouragement after a long week, you'll find an atmosphere that welcomes you to relax, create, connect, and leave inspired.

Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy an engaging guided painting experience while being inspired by powerful spoken word poetry, motivational presentations, interactive conversations, live music, and visual multimedia presentations that encourage reflection, resilience, and purpose.

The evening will feature presentations from Bruce Ford, founder of Progressive Warrior, whose inspiring message combines faith, leadership, personal development, and spoken word, alongside Ms. Cecily Smith, founder of Reclaiming You, who will share practical encouragement focused on emotional wellness, healing, and reclaiming one's identity and purpose.

Guests will also hear from Austin Ford, an emerging motivational speaker whose fresh perspective and empowering message will inspire young professionals, students, and future leaders to pursue their purpose with confidence and determination.

Throughout the event, large-screen visual presentations and multimedia slideshows will showcase inspiring stories, artwork, community highlights, upcoming BruceFordSpeaks2 events, Progressive Warrior initiatives, Reclaiming You programs, motivational messages, and future opportunities to get involved.

Guests are also invited to explore the Hope Marketplace, featuring handcrafted Bruce Ford Organic Jewelry, books, apparel, inspirational merchandise, wellness products, artwork, and information about upcoming signature events, including:

• Hope Café
• Progressive Warrior Live
• The Audacity To Believe That I Am Free
• Words In Motion Leadership Workshops
• Additional BruceFordSpeaks2 community experiences

Dates

• Thursday, September 24
• Thursday, October 22

Time
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Program: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location
120 E. Market Street
2nd Floor
Indianapolis, Indiana

Admission
$30 per person

• Guided painting experience
• Art supplies and canvas
• Inspirational spoken word performances
• Motivational presentations
• Interactive discussions
• Community networking
• Multimedia experience
• Access to the Hope Marketplace
• Refreshments
• An evening designed to leave you inspired, encouraged, and connected

H.O.P.E. — Helping Other People Eat

We believe people don't only need food for the body—they also need encouragement for the heart, wisdom for the mind, purpose for the soul, and hope for the journey ahead.

Every conversation...
Every brushstroke...
Every poem...
Every story...
Every connection...

...is an opportunity to help someone grow, heal, and believe again.

Come paint.
Come connect.
Come be inspired.

Because hope is contagious—and together, we can create a masterpiece that reaches far beyond the canvas.