Outreach Program

Some clients call Susan Owens the Craft Lady. She can provide a variety of crafting opportunities including acrylic and watercolor painting, collage, 3D crafts, wreath making, and more. All programs are determined by the population and needs of the community. View flyer

Bryan is a Virginia Beach native who loves to sing and play guitar. He is always excited to share his gifts and talents with others. Bryan loves life and doesn't care if you are laughing with him or at him as long as you are smiling. His programs include country, bluegrass, gospel, sing-along, and pop...

Trumpeter and music educator Chad McGill has 22+ years of performance experience, including Army bands in Kentucky, Oklahoma, Korea, and Virginia. He is an arranger, emcee, and soloist known for connecting with audiences. Chad McGill performs engaging trumpet solos with backing tracks, featuring jazz, Latin, Dixieland, easy listening, and popular music. Warm, approachable, and audience-friendly,...

Rhona grew up an artist by both very creative parents. She feels that creativity lives inside everyone. Rhona has been an artist working out which programs work best for many years and finds great pleasure and satisfaction in helping others through the arts. Her objective is to design and instruct visual art projects and crafting...

Denise Bluser is a crafter at heart with a passion for beach-themed crafts and angels and has been creating and sharing her art for many years. Denise loves helping others and adapting to their needs, bringing out joy and creativity to the consumer. She creates unique handcrafted items with love and is happy to share...

Rhona grew up an artist by both very creative parents. She feels that creativity lives inside everyone. Rhona has been an artist working out which programs work best for many years and finds great pleasure and satisfaction in helping others through the arts. Her objective is to design and instruct visual art projects and crafting...

Amanda is an encaustic artist and a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, where she earned a degree in Painting and Printmaking with a minor in Sculpture.  Amanda offers a variety of visual arts programs that encourage self-expression, creative exploration, and overall wellbeing through hands-on artmaking. Her programs emphasize process over product and create a supportive...

David is an acoustic guitar player and singer who performs covers of various classic, easy-listening, rock, and folk musicians from the 1960s-1990s, incorporating traditional hymns at times.

Sandy Kinchen is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. She loves laughter and believes it can help to heal the broken spirit. Sandy enjoys learning new creative projects & teaching them to others. View flyer

The Sunshine Gang is a small group of guitar-playing, joy-filled women who engage audiences through vintage songs, gestures, and sign language. They focus on memory care and small groups, creating connection through music, movement, and memories.

Rhona grew up an artist by both very creative parents. She feels that creativity lives inside everyone. Rhona has been an artist working out which programs work best for many years and finds great pleasure and satisfaction in helping others through the arts. Her objective is to design and instruct visual art projects and crafting...

Greg is a retired Marine Corps infantry officer who has had a life-long passion for playing his guitar and singing. He has performed solo and with the acoustic trio the Jam Daddys throughout Hampton Roads over the past 10 years. Greg is a solo acoustic guitar player and singer who performs the acoustic classics from...

Valerie currently owns a craft shop in Chesapeake and has over 10 years of experience in creative arts and graphic design. Valerie guides programs designed to inspire creativity through activities such as line dancing, mixed media crafting, canvas painting, and more.

Jessica is a self-made artist who went to Old Donation Center for the Gifted and Talented for art. She has sold artwork at many events and online. She has taught several paint and sip events and other art classes.

Linda and Lyle Dowling are an energetic husband-and-wife duo who have been singing together for over 41 years. They perform a variety of genre and music styles from 1940-1990, something to please everyone. You may even hear a corny joke or two!

The Sunshine Gang is a small group of guitar-playing, joy-filled women who engage audiences through vintage songs, gestures, and sign language. They focus on memory care and small groups, creating connection through music, movement, and memories. View flyer

Valerie currently owns a craft shop in Chesapeake and has over 10 years of experience in creative arts and graphic design. Valerie guides programs designed to inspire creativity through activities such as line dancing, mixed media crafting, canvas painting, and more. View flyer

A Wellness Journey is a trauma-informed stress reduction class designed specifically for men and women residing in shelters who are healing from domestic violence and/or substance use challenges. This gentle, empowering program integrates mindfulness practices such as meditation, chair yoga, expressive journaling/creative writing, and therapeutic art activities to foster emotional resilience, self-awareness, and inner peace....

Stephanie is an Art Educator that has taught over 20,000 students in her 37-year career. Her programs range from mixed media to pottery and so much more! Her exhibits, collaborations, and sharing her love of art have earned her many accolades in the art education field. View flyer

As a lifelong musician with 40 years of stage experience, Tim's passion as a performer is simple - to make others smile. Pulling from a vast repertoire of rock, pop, country, and more, he can entertain and engage most any audience! View flyer

Ascension Melodies is a flute and violin duet sharing classical and contemporary music. Their performances are designed to uplift spirits, brighten moods, and create meaningful moments of joy, comfort, and connection through the gift of music. View flyer

Michael Malinowski is a freelance drummer and percussionist who has performed with artists such as Blue Man Group and Sheila E. He has performed at large venues in LA, including Hollywood Bowl. He also has an extensive teaching background. View flyer

Ascension Melodies is a flute and violin duet sharing classical and contemporary music. Their performances are designed to uplift spirits, brighten moods, and create meaningful moments of joy, comfort, and connection through the gift of music.

Dana, a native of Virginia Beach is a vocal artist who entertains with upbeat, sing-along hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. A retired educator, she is ready to...

Both Eric and Ted live in Hampton Roads and have had music in their lives all along the way. They like to share songs and stories — and get the...

Phil has 14 years of music experience and has been playing music professionally since retiring from federal civil service in 2012. Phil plays toe-tapping tunes from a variety of musical...

Michael Malinowski is a freelance drummer and percussionist who has performed with artists such as Blue Man Group and Sheila E. He has performed at large venues in LA, including...

Sandy Kinchen is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. Denise Bluser is a crafter at heart with a passion for...

Andrew Rohlk is a multi-instrumentalist whose blend of soul, jazz, and pop evokes the sounds of Prince and Stevie Wonder. Rohlk has graced stages like The National in Richmond and...

Rhona grew up an artist by both very creative parents. She feels that creativity lives inside everyone. Rhona has been an artist working out which programs work best for many...

Sparkle has been painting for years after reconnecting with her inner-artist in 2014, sparked by area paint and sips. She established her own business of Sparkle 'N' Splash in 2016...

Adrienne specializes in singing, musical performance, abstract acrylic painting, and seasonal crafts. She founded her business, Enriched Moments, to provide meaningful engagement, especially the healing power of the arts, to...

Some clients call Susan Owens the Craft Lady. She can provide a variety of crafting opportunities including acrylic and watercolor painting, collage, 3D crafts, wreath making, and more. All programs...

David is an acoustic guitar player and singer who performs covers of various classic, easy-listening, rock, and folk musicians from the 1960s-1990s, incorporating traditional hymns at times.

Andrew Rohlk is a multi-instrumentalist whose blend of soul, jazz, and pop evokes the sounds of Prince and Stevie Wonder. He is a singer-songwriter with music history knowledge that focuses...

Sandy Kinchen is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. She loves laughter and believes it can help to heal the...

Originally from New Hampshire and currently residing in Virginia Beach, Art is a retired Navy veteran who has been playing guitar for about five years. Art loves to play acoustic...

Andrew Rohlk is a multi-instrumentalist whose blend of soul, jazz, and pop evokes the sounds of Prince and Stevie Wonder. Rohlk has graced stages like The National in Richmond and...

Adrienne specializes in singing, musical performance, abstract acrylic painting, and seasonal crafts. She founded her business, Enriched Moments, to provide meaningful engagement, especially the healing power of the arts, to...

Beverly has been entertaining audiences of all ages in the Tidewater area for over 30 years. She can be seen with the Doorway Singers, on Live on Atlantic at the...

Vanessa is a visual artist whose art style is abstract and medium is acrylic. She teaches acrylic paint pour classes and has received awards, presented a solo art exhibit, and...

Originally from New Hampshire and currently residing in Virginia Beach, Art is a retired Navy veteran who has been playing guitar for about five years. Art loves to play acoustic...

Michael Malinowski is a freelance drummer and percussionist who has performed with artists such as Blue Man Group and Sheila E. He has performed at large venues in LA, including...