Spring break arts workshop seeks volunteers

IMG_1792-1024x683MyCanvas Youth Community Arts – needs volunteers to help at the Spring Valley Apts. Learning Center during their spring break workshop – March 26- March 29 from 10:30-noon each day, except Monday 26th from 1:30-3:00. Volunteers assist with mentoring youth on their projects by encouraging them to engage fully with the art process – you do not have to be an artist to volunteer. No volunteers under 17 allowed. Call, text or email Janet Arning to sign up 615-881-4579 or jarningLST@gmail.com.

MyCanvas Art engages creativity, imagination, and self-expression, but it can also be a powerful tool for change and healing. That’s the purpose of MyCanvas.

For children and youth in economically challenged communities who often struggle to manage daily stress and frustration, MyCanvas goes a step beyond other art programs. We nurture self-esteem, self-confidence, and community resiliency through artistic creation and expression, all provided free of charge to participants.

MyCanvas programs are conveniently offered in local neighborhoods, offering art-based opportunities for children and youth to explore and develop their talents, find their voice, and tell their stories with confidence. Our leaders strive to help our young artists know the importance of their place in their community and in the world.