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Community News
The Putnam Standard
Arts in Action offers Fun, Faith and Art By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com
HURRICANE - Arts in Action has grown from dance classes in a church basement to a multi-location art school with more than 11 different programs, 74 weekly classes and 350 students. To date, Arts in Action has trained more than 1,400 students in the arts. The nonprofit organization is ready to make its mark on the 2013-2014 season. It offers a plethora of programs, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, cheerleading, theater, art, piano and karate and more. Students can participate in these programs at any of Arts in Action's four locations in Hurricane, St. Albans, West Charleston and the newest facility in Poca at the Generations Impact Center. "Our faculty teaches with dedication, purpose and loving hearts with a focus on developing excel-
Kickin' fun - Arts in Action has openings for new karate classes to be held at the Generations Impact Center across from Poca Baptist Church. Classes start the week of October 7th. Register by calling 304-419-4446. There is financial aid for those who qualify. Courtesy Photo
Dancing into fun - Girls enjoy their first day at the Arts in Action Princess Academy. Courtesy Photo
lence in technique and artistic expression with Christian influence," said Director Joni Cantrell. "At Arts in Action, we are passionate about making a significant impact in the lives of students and the community through arts education -
explained Cantrell. "Every child deserves the opportunity to participate in an activity that allows them to express themselves creatively and find their artistic gifts and passions," she said. "Then when you add the
through documented research and personal experience, we know the numerous benefits awaiting those who study the arts." More than learning about the arts and performing, Arts in Action gives students something more,
Christian components of encouragement, love and faith, it can and will change the path of a child's life." To learn more about Arts in Action, call (304) 419-4446 or visit http://artsinaction.info.
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