Because all blood is red...
We are driven and inspired creatives who stand for black empowerment through art and creativity. Our five-year mission is to help the North St. Louis County community to achieve a high quality of life, using a practice called Art-Based Placemaking, a.k.a. Creative Placemaking.
Kwanzaa is rooted in seven guiding principles that honor African heritage and strengthen community: 1. Umoja (Unity) – Building and maintaining unity in our families and communities. 2. Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) – Defining, naming, and speaking for ourselves. 3. Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility) – Working together to solve our shared challenges. 4. Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) – Supporting and building Black-owned businesses together. 5. Nia (Purpose) – Committing to the collective mission of uplifting and restoring our community. 6. Kuumba (Creativity) – Using our creativity to leave our community better than we found it. 7. Imani (Faith) – Believing in our people, our leaders, and the righteousness of our struggle.
Early Bird Guarantee: Purchase by December 6th to guarantee your delicious Soul Food dinner. For tickets purchased after the 6th and at the door, remaining dinners will be served on a first-come, first-served basis until the food runs out.
Art in the Garden is a community-based project that aims to assist A Red Circle and partners in raising awareness of the Healthy Community Market and the North County Agricultural Education Center. Volunteers will help us create art kits for participants of the market. In addition, volunteers will also create decorations for, and plant flowers at, the gardens. Sign up below to get involved!
In November 2022, the A Red Circle team prepared, cleaned and furnished The Creative Spot (by A Red Circle) in Ferguson. The space will host crafters, artists, musicians, workshop leaders, and more!! This will be space for healing in the North St. Louis County community.
The Creative Spot is the new hub for art, music, and related activities centrally located in Ferguson, MO. It will offer a gallery, rehearsal, performance, and safespace where creativity and wellness can flourish.
Committed to improving outcomes for students
Greater food security and healthy food access in the region
