In a new project by Family Service of Napa Valley called "Napa-Rocks," 9th grade students at the New Technology High School in Napa were given baskets with debris from the August 24 earthquake to create art from the rubble. “The goal is to preserve some historic buildings in Napa through art, and engage students in the healing process after the quake,” said Michele Farhat, Family Service’s Director of Development. “It’s like transforming rubble into art is transforming shock into calm.” This is a great example of art transforming a community during a time of distress during September - Disaster Prepardness Month.

The pieces that are created will be sold at local businesses and auctioned off to raise money for Family Services, whose downtwon offices were closed due to earthquake damage.  

It's also worth noting that our member, The Arts Council Napa Valley, is currently assessing damages from the recent earthquake. They are collecting information from  individual artists, galleries and arts organizations about their status. For more information and to see how you can help, go to their website here. 

Photo Credit: J.L Sousa