Empowering Our Community Through Events
We host a variety of events throughout the year, ranging from fundraising events to community workshops, all with the goal of empowering the community.
Come Garden with UR Community Cares!
Please give us your ideas for the mural with Artist Joey Batts!
This accessible table is designed for people of all ages to use in Charter Oak Park. Your input is invaluable!
In partnership with RiseUp for Arts.
Date: April 29th
Time: 5-6 PM
Location: Charter Oak Park, Manchester, CT
Light refreshments will be served. We can’t wait to see you there!
Upcoming Fundraiser:
Graffiti Battle Fundraiser – May 17, 2025
Join UR Community Cares for a free community event featuring an exciting Graffiti Battle! The 20 artists will all be painting on the same theme: Canvas of Courage: Graffiti Battle for All Abilities. You can watch their artwork come to life and see the process of creativity and imagination. The event will run from 1-4pm at URBAN LODGE BREWING, 47 Purnell Place, Manchester, CT.
While the event is free, you can purchase single tickets or a table for your group to support the fundraiser: www.GraffitiBattleFundraiser.eventbrite.com
During the fundraiser you can participate in the silent auction and have the chance to take home your favorite piece. Thanks to our sponsors RiseUp for Arts, Jerry’s Artarama, and Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness live art and support the community. Rain Date: Sat., May 24th 1-4pm. This fundraiser benefits UR Community Cares. Email us at info@urcommunitycares.org or call us at 860-430-4557 with questions.
Become a sponsor or donor for the 2025 UR Community Cares Graffiti Battle!
Explore the Instagram pages of UR Community Cares Graffiti Battle Artists from various locations, including Glastonbury, Manchester, East Hartford, Torrington, Hartford, Norwalk, Bridgeport, Danbury, Colchester, New London, New Britain, Stamford, West Hartford, North Haven, Enfield, Wilbraham, MA, and Bronx, NY.
| Lauren Clayton | @studio162design |
| Shmontray Williams | @shmontray.jacquett |
| Brian Wentworth | @WENTPAINT |
| Joshua Paiz | @jpaizstudios |
| BOM FIVE | @Madwriters |
| Rola Ramadan | @Muralsbyrowlah |
| Kendall Soliwoda | @krsart |
| Gilbert Perez | @Grafftimes |
| Kelly Green | @kellygreentattoo |
| Hayven Belsapin | |
| Kern Bruce | @kernyboydraws |
| Emily Curran | @em.curr |
| Heriberto Gonzalez jr | @Boomboxspidey |
| Meg Bard | @shineyourlight_ct |
| Wing Na Wong | @Wingnawong |
| Lexi Baboukis | @babs_draws |
| Anya “AKS” Stephenson | @akseditions |
| Sonny Allabaugh | @allails |
| Shirley Wu | @shikaiynewu |
| Sarah Falman-Florez | @sflorez.sfva |
UR Community Cares Graffiti Battle Judges:
Shawn M. Von Briesen is the Publicity Chair, Board, Connecticut Poetry Society. Instagram: @daystararts
Emily Pacheco is the owner of Emi-Sue Creations and she is currently an Artist In Residence at WORK_SPACE in Manchester. Instagram: @emisuecreations
Mike Perez is a local Food, Travel & Pop Culture Creator and former CT Radio Host. Instagram: @justPEREZplay
Gary J. Houle Jr. is a combat veteran who uses mixed media art to battle his own mental health. Instagram: @murdur_gnome
Joel Cox is the Director of Human Services, Town of Manchester and a returning judge from our 2023 Graffiti Battle.
Save the Date! Spin Fest is on the way! ??
Join us on Saturday, October 4th, from 10 AM to 1 PM for a FREE festival celebrating riding, music, and food for all abilities. Powered by Rotary in Motion, this event promises fun for everyone! Cycling Without Age Manchester will be giving rides for people having difficulty walking into the East Coast Greenway.
