Thank you to distinguished guest Chip Ward,  author of Canaries on the Rim: Living Downwind in the West, for speaking about H.E.A.L. and their efforts to change environmental policy here in Utah. H.E.AL. was able to raise nearly $1000 in just a few hours, as our 30 guests sipped wine and sampled hors d’oeuvres and enjoyed the artwork at Gallery MAR. Thank you to local activist Jill Sheinberg for bringing our two groups together and helping to organize the event.

To learn more about H.E.A.L. and their efforts, visit their website.

Art, Activism, and the Environment: A benefit for HEAL Utah at Gallery MAR, featuring distinguished guest Chip Ward

Chip Ward is the author of Canaries on the Rim: Living Downwind in the West, which was selected as Park City’s 2009 summer read.

As a writer, political activist, and one of the original founders of HEAL Utah, Chip will discuss what “living downwind” in the desert really means and why he got involved in the movement to re-engage people in the decisions affecting their health and environment.

You will also have the opportunity to learn about HEAL’s current efforts to transform Utah’s energy policy and protect our state from nuclear and toxic waste, as well as to view the contemporary art at Gallery MAR.

Space is limited, so if you have not done so already, PLEASE RSVP at www.healutah.org/GalleryMarRSVP

Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Donations to support HEAL Utah’s work will be accepted although there is no expectation or obligation to give.

What:  HEAL Utah reception with special guest Chip Ward

Where:  Gallery MAR in Park City, 580 Main Street, Park City, UT

When:  Tuesday, August 25th from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Please email sophia@healutah.org with questions or call (801) 574-8593