The Temptations at the Academy Center of the Arts

Academy Center of the Arts

The Temptations, often referred to as American music royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, revered for their phenomenal catalog of music and prolific career. They are one of the most iconic, bestselling brands in the entertainment world today. While the group has evolved over the years, Dr. Otis Williams has continued to lead the group and carry the torch forward […]

The Second City: Mo’ Funny Less Problems

Academy Center of the Arts

The Second City Touring Company’s “Mo’ Funny, Less Problems” promises an uproarious celebration of comedy genius through two acts of scripted scenes, musical comedy and their legendary improvisation. The iconic Chicago theater makes America laugh at pop culture, headlines, scandals and trends. The Second City’s 65-year influence on comedy is rich with luminaries considered the best comedic minds of their […]

Acrylic Afternoons

Templeton Senior Center 225 Wiggington Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Sharpen your painting skills with guidance and create a different masterpiece each month using acrylic paints on an 8×10 canvas. All supplies provided. Register 3 days in advance.

Oil Painting Express

Templeton Senior Center 225 Wiggington Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Make a landscape scene come alive as local artist, Rodney Laughon, instructs participants step-by-step how to paint in oils on canvas. Students can bring their own brushes. Register by two days in advance.

Evening Acrylics

Templeton Senior Center 225 Wiggington Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Geared towards beginner and intermediate artists, create your own masterpiece in acrylics on an 8×10 canvas. All supplies provided. Register 3 days in advance.

2024 Lynchburg Turkey Trot

2111 Memorial Avenue Lynchburg 1601 Memorial Ave, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Register today for the Annual Lynchburg Turkey Trot, presented by Scott Insurance. Kick-off Thanksgiving Day with us in Lynchburg or from wherever you are with a TWIST on tradition! Every registration feeds TWO families. This year, we are thrilled to once again offer both an in-person run on Thanksgiving Day and a virtual option that brings the fun right to […]