Shawneequa Turner is a visual artist, educator, and community based creative with a background in interdisciplinary studies encompassing history, religion, journalism, and mass communication and as of 2025 studio art major. Shanequa's visual art program encourages creative expressions and group participation through accessible hands-on art making using mix mediums. The poetry writing program uses...
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Melissa Cartwright is a bilingual singer & songwriter originally from Puerto Rico. Her career spans over 20 years in radio, TV, and theatre. Melissa is the owner of MVC Performance and lives with her family in Newport News. Melissa delivers an eclectic mix of jazz, pop & Latin standards. She serenades you with her...
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Vivian is a multidisciplinary artist and art instructor traversing disciplines of illustration, painting, sculpture, and installation. Her program consists of Watercolor and Acrylic painting, drawing, or air-dry sculpture.
Tiare is a Hawaiian Dancer and Yoga Therapy Teacher who enjoys sharing the joy of body-mind-spirit wellness. She specializes in accessible, senior-centered programs. https://aarp-org.zoom.us/w/91805022717?tk=EMqRbO6iQ6hdd2Q29om4R7vNmgIb-zJq9tKXBJz_p7E.DQkAAAAVYAF5_RZrSHk1SmxjMVFELVVzaWRXdXVScTRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA&pwd=FaJQKDjwo7T27voFyd4sgCyQ3ua6Y3.1#success
Chad is a Trumpeter and music educator and 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 performs engaging trumpet solos with backing tracks, featuring jazz, Latin, Dixieland, easy listening, and popular music. Warm, approachable,...
Alex Marlins is a Virginia Beach native with a background in classical violin. She teaches orchestra and early strings courses and owns a private studio. Alex enjoys gigging at...
This program is in collaboration with the Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts, East Suffolk Recreation Center, and Tidewater Arts Outreach.
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