If you are a Veteran, Servicemember, military family member, or military caregiver and haven’t participated in a free Veterans and the Arts Initiative workshop to learn guitar or make art — or would like to join us again for a new series — there are plenty of opportunities to do so this coming spring!
Our popular Veterans Virtual Guitar Workshops (1/24 – 3/28), Level 1 and Level II, return virtually in spring 2023. Taught by George Mason University guitar instructor Glen McCarthy, these workshops are perfect for beginners or more advanced players who want to hone their technique. The Initiative is also offering something just for kids and teens: a Songwriting Series for Military Kids (2/5 – 3/12). This six-week virtual series designed for military kids and teenagers between the ages of 10 and 17 is presented by Mason Community Arts Academy and the Veterans and the Arts Initiative. Students will learn songwriting skills in a virtual, collaborative environment while exploring recording, producing, and performing original music at home. After five weeks of virtual workshops, all students will have the opportunity to visit a professional recording studio on the George Mason University campus in Fairfax, VA for the final workshop on Sunday, March 12.
In March and April, be on the lookout for more workshop opportunities, including:
- Graphic Arts – Exploration of Hands-On Arts Practices (3/19 and 3/26)
- Ukulele Workshop Series (Level 1 and Level II; 4/4-5/9)
- Observing The World Through A Lens: Photography Workshop Series for Women Veterans (4/19-5/3)
The Hylton Center and Prince William Public Libraries have also teamed up again to provide the following Veterans and the Arts Initiative workshop in our community:
- Basic Landscape Photography Using A Smartphone (5/22 and 5/24),
Chinn Park Library, Woodbridge (Registration coming soon!)
In May, join us for CAMMO Voices (5/13), sponsored by George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative. This concert is FREE for Veterans and Servicemembers with ID. Up to two tickets each can be claimed in person at the Hylton Center Ticket Office.
Learn more about spring 2023 Veterans and the Arts Initiative workshops and events at the Hylton Center.