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In an effort to raise awareness about the pitfalls of meth use, local artists can display their thought-provoking art and film entries for the upcoming first-annual UNZIP art and film festival.
Why UNZIP? Among other nicknames, meth is often referred to as "zip" on the street, according to local narcotics officers.
According to United States Department of Justice, drug trafficking operations that have moved south of the border are producing purer meth than ever before, potentially resulting in a more rapid onset of addiction to the drug.
Meth produced in Mexico often finds its way into the hands of Nevada County addicts, local police say.
"Throughout the country, methamphetamine has wreaked havoc on families and community," Nevada County Meth Action Team Project Coordinator Michelle Schiro wrote. "It is highly addictive and can ruin lives, damage physical and psychological health and adversely affect those close to the user."
According to United States Department of Justice, drug trafficking operations that have moved south of the border are producing purer meth than ever before, potentially resulting in a more rapid onset of addiction to the drug.
Meth produced in Mexico often finds its way into the hands of Nevada County addicts, local police say.
"Throughout the country, methamphetamine has wreaked havoc on families and community," Nevada County Meth Action Team Project Coordinator Michelle Schiro wrote. "It is highly addictive and can ruin lives, damage physical and psychological health and adversely affect those close to the user."
To raise awareness and battle the devastating effects of meth use in Nevada County, including health problems, poverty, child neglect and property crimes, the Nevada County Meth Action Team has been soliciting entries for the festival since last March.
Schiro has asked that the art and film entries raise awareness about the effects of meth.
There are three categories - under 18, 18 or older and a film category. First prize for each is $300, second is $200.
Schiro has asked that the art and film entries raise awareness about the effects of meth.
There are three categories - under 18, 18 or older and a film category. First prize for each is $300, second is $200.
All entries will be showcased at the free festival from 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday at Miners Foundry, 325 Spring St., Nevada City. Food, music, a raffle and speakers are also a part of the event.
Call 470-2644 or visit the meth action team's Web site at www.nevadacountymethactionteam.com for registration forms and information.
Meth art and film festival
Call 470-2644 or visit the meth action team's Web site at www.nevadacountymethactionteam.com for registration forms and information.
Meth art and film festival
For more information about the UNZIP art and film festival, including instructions on how to register your entry that raises awareness of the dangers of meth addiction, visit www.nevadacounty
methactionteam.com or call 470-2644.
All entries will be showcased at the free festival from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., May 18 at the Miners Foundry Cultural Center, featuring food, music, a raffle and speakers.
