{"id":3992,"date":"2025-09-10T16:57:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T20:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/?page_id=3992"},"modified":"2026-03-17T08:50:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T12:50:53","slug":"color-me-blue","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/es\/color-me-blue\/","title":{"rendered":"Color Me Blue: A Kid&#8217;s Art Auction Event"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"height:44px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"2160\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 3840 \/ 2160;\" width=\"3840\" controls src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Color-Me-Blue-2026-Nanuko.Digital-1.mov\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Celebrating Creativity. Advocating for Children.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Color Me Blue: A Kid\u2019s Art Auction<\/strong> is an inspiring evening hosted by the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region, Inc. (ELC) Board of Directors. This signature event raises awareness and critical funds to better support the thousands of children, families, and early learning educators across our seven-county service area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>January 29, 2026<\/strong>, join us at <strong>Goodwood Museum in Tallahassee, Florida<\/strong>, for an unforgettable night where children\u2019s creativity takes center stage and the community comes together in support of early learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More Than an Art Auction<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Color Me Blue is more than a silent auction &#8211; it\u2019s a celebration of imagination, advocacy, and the power of community. Young artists ages 5\u201318 from across the Big Bend contribute original works of art for guests to bid on and take home. Each piece tells a story, reflecting the creativity, resilience, and brilliance of our local children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The evening also features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Silent Auction<\/strong> with children\u2019s art and other exclusive items like signed sports memorabilia, vacation packages, professional services, and gift baskets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good Food &amp; Live Music<\/strong> to enjoy throughout the evening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opportunities to Connect<\/strong> with local child advocates, families, and the artists themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3995\" src=\"http:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_0033-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_0033-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_0033-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_0033-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_0033-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3996\" src=\"http:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1132-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1132-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1132-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1132-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1132-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3997\" src=\"http:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8392-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"3998\" src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1158.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1158.jpg 480w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1158-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1158-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"3999\" src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1165-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1165-1.jpg 480w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1165-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1165-1-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"4005\" src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1157.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1157.jpg 480w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1157-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_1157-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Family and Community Engagement <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>ELC knows children thrive when families and communities work together. Color Me Blue is a platform to advocate for children\u2019s futures while showcasing their talents. Every bid placed, every item won, and every moment shared helps ensure children, caregivers, and educators across the Big Bend have the support they need to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4000\" src=\"http:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8411-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4001\" src=\"http:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8554-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4003\" src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_8662-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Can Participate?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Color Me Blue is open to everyone who believes in the power of advocacy and early learning. Whether you attend, bid, sponsor, or spread the word, you play a vital role in helping children across the Big Bend reach their full potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/elcbigbend.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Color-Me-Blue-Sponsors.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrating Creativity. 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