CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.- The Downtown Artists Co Op, The Arts and Heritage Development Council and First Presbyterian Activities and Outreach Center will teach a group of clients how to paint pottery on August 23 from 10-12:00 Noon.

The event will be held at the Old Fire House Day Shelter and Resource Center. When the mugs are finished they will be donated to the Old Fire House. This is the first in a series of art classes planned to be held at the Old Firehouse Day Shelter.

The Arts for Hearts mission is to eliminate barriers to cultural participation in the arts for those dealing with poverty and isolation.

Arts for Hearts strives to be a model arts program for the Clarksville Montgomery County TN area to ensuring better access to the arts for those dealing with poverty and isolation. They strive to encouraging hope and inspiration through creativity and positive interactions with volunteers. This is possible because of successfully collaborating and partnering with others committed to the arts.

About the Program
Art programs bring people together for the common goal of positive creative expression. Taking part in arts activities is known to boost skills, motivate and improve self-esteem.