Discover a space to connect with yourself and others through the power of music, words, and creativity. Jazz & Journaling is a creative, community-centered Healing Arts experience that blends reflective writing, curated jazz music, light crafting, and intentional dialogue. It’s a welcoming opportunity to slow down, listen inward, and explore presence, emotion, identity, and joy.
For each session, you’re invited to settle in with the program manager and special guest Carla Sue, choose a prompt that resonates with you, and design your own journal cover. Throughout the event, guest speakers will spark meaningful conversations and help build social connections. You’re welcome to share your reflections—if it feels right for you.
All materials are provided, and no art or writing experience is required.
Upcoming Sessions
| Date | Special Guest | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, June 14 | Kevin Anderson | “Returning to Joy” Featuring Marium Echo with Acoustic Jazzy Sounds |
| Sunday, July 12 | Rashad Sanders | “The Check In” Listen to the inner rhythm of your body |
| Sunday, November 22 | Atala Tovar | “The Body Remembers” |
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Find your rhythm and voice in a supportive community. Reserve your spot now.
Tickets are $15 each for members, $25 each for nonmembers. Guests under the age of 18 should be accompanied by an adult.
Carla Lyles
Carla Lyles is a multidisciplinary artist and creative director whose work sits at the intersection of design, healing, and culture. She is the visionary behind Momma Loves Jazz and its Jazz & Journaling programming — immersive experiences centering reflection, storytelling, and community connection that have been presented at The Jung Center, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Project Row Houses, and beyond. Her work has been recognized by Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, and many other publications.
Kevin D. Anderson
Kevin D. Anderson is the Founding Chief Executive Officer of The T.R.U.T.H. Project, Inc., an educational and community mobilization platform focusing on LGBTQ Communities of Color and allies that utilizes social art to promote mental, emotional, and sexual health.
Rashad Sanders
Father, Author, Speaker, Coach & Yoga Teacher
Wellness Ambassador, The Black Man Project & Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Rose Tylinski
Healing Arts Program Managerrtylinski@thehealthmuseum.org713.337.8461Please reach out for questions or more information about this event
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