Join us for the third annual Essence of Heart and Soul Festival. We are partnering with Literature and Libations, Tidewater Waves, Made in Norfolk, and the Virginia African American Cultural Center to celebrate Black art, music, and literature. Enjoy a variety of programs such as panel discussions, performances, art galleries, workshops, and story times to celebrate Black History Month.

FESTIVAL ITINERARY:

FORUM:

1:10pm - Writings on the Wall, moderated by Jillian Cheeks

2:00pm - Captivating Cats Dance Team, performance

2:30pm - Strictly Business, moderated by Tonya Fentress

3:15pm - The Blueprint, moderated by Jillian Cheeks

4:10pm - Amir Driver, performance

ALL DAY - Cultived Heart Gallery, by Ladre Daniels

CHILDREN'S FLOOR (2):

1:00pm - Yoga, Calm Kids LLC.

1:15pm - Storytime w/ Tyesha Simmons

1:30pm - Jewelry Making Wksp, w/ Polished Concrete (Ages 8-13)

2:00pm - Storytime w/ Lesley May

2:30pm - Shirt Pressing Wksp, w/ Made In Norfolk Apparel (Ages 12-16)

3:00pm - Storytime w/ Shantel Chandler

ALL DAY - Community Resources

THIRD FLOOR & BIZ CENTER:

2:15pm - Chew N Chat: The Mental v. The Creative, hosted by ProjectORF (ages 12 and up)

3:00pm - Black Entreprenuer Networking, hosted by The Hendrix Business Center (Adults)

ALL DAY- Community Resources