Community: Arts Events

Our Community Arts Series offers events throughout the year, providing opportunities to explore and enjoy the arts in new ways while cultivating arts appreciation and engagement.

Enspire Extravaganza

Joyce Garver Theater, Camas

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 7pm

Critically acclaimed artists share the stage with our Arts Ambassadors and select student ensembles from around the county

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Stories & Song

Fuel Medical, Camas, WA

Friday, May 22, 2026, 7-8:30pm

Featuring singer/songwriter Owen Kortz & Visual Artist Jennifer Neal

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Fiddlin’ & Folktales

The Historic Covington House

Friday, October 9, 2026, 7-8:30pm

Featuring Fiddler Seth Moran & Storyteller Will Hornyak

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Enspire Arts Impact Events

Through fiscal sponsorship, Enspire Arts proudly partners with local arts organizations, artists, and groups to expand access to engaging, creative experiences in our community.

Camas High School Choir presents: Origins: A live album recording/concert by E. Ellison

Local Preview Event

April 14, 7pm

Joyce Garver Theater

Tickets: Free

Live Album Recording

May 9, 2026, 7pm

Revolution Hall, Portland

Tickets: ethan.chessin@camas.wednet.edu

Clark County Battle of the Bands!

June 6th: 6-8pm

Columbia Tech Center

Apply Here! Applications close April 19th!

Instagram: @clarkcountybattleofthebands

Fiddlin’ & Folktales

The Historic Covington House

Friday, October 9, 2026, 7-8:30pm

Ticket Info: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fiddlin-and-folktales

Enspire Arts is proud to present our “Fiddlin’ & Folktales,” a magical evening of music interwoven with beautiful storytelling. Step into a moment in time, captured within the cozy charm of Covington House. Together, we’ll gather to enjoy lively fiddling by Seth Moran and heartfelt folktales with storyteller Will Hornyak.

Bios

Will Hornyak: From Irish myths and Russian folktales to Grimm’s brothers fairytales, Northwest tall tales and personal narratives, storyteller Will Hornyak weaves a wide web of oral traditions into spellbinding performances. An embodied and engaging performer, he draws audiences into a shared experience of wonder with “endless wit and boundless enthusiasm.” Will has educated, entertained and inspired audiences throughout the Northwest and beyond for over 30 years as a professional storyteller and workshop facilitator. He has assisted numerous non-profit and corporate organizations in finding and telling the stories that reflect their deepest values and highest vision.

“Storyteller par excellence…transports audiences young and old into an amazing world of imagination.” The Oregonian

“A phenomenal performer and master storyteller” Oregon Arts Watch

Seth Moran: “I started playing violin when I was 8 and did exclusively classical music through college. Since then I’ve gone down additional musical paths, including singing in glee clubs & choirs, playing in a Zimbabwean marimba band, fiddling at contra dances, playing electric fiddle in a rock band, playing viola in the Camas/Washougal Community Orchestra, and, since 2008, I’ve been fiddling and singing and songwriting with the Vancouver (USA)-based bluegrass band “Fadin’ by 9.” About 10 years ago I started messing around with a looping pedal, my electric violin, and an ever-expanding set of guitar pedals. That messing around led to the writing of a number of original tunes. A favorite is “Alpenglow” which refers to that last glorious bit of sunshine that lights up mountaintops right as the sun is setting; it’s what I think about when I’m playing this piece.”

Stories and Song

May 22, 2026, 7-8:30 pm

Location: Fuel Medical, Camas, WA

Ticket Info: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stories-and-song

Stories have the power to connect us all and offer profound personal healing. Join singer/songwriter Owen Kortz and visual artist Jennifer Neal for an evening filled with warmth, creativity, and inspiration.

Enjoy the soulful music of Owen Kortz as Jennifer Neal guides participants in decorating their own personal journal—a keepsake to capture your thoughts, dreams, and stories. Whether you’re here to reflect, create, or simply enjoy, this event offers a heartfelt space for connection and self-expression.

As there is limited seating, please reserve your space. This is a pay What You Can event. Donations help support our artists and provide supplies. Thank you.

Bios:

Owen Kortz: Owen is a singer/songwriter who has been compared to James Taylor and John Denver. He has released five albums, including the most recent, New Mythology, now available on all platforms. His songs have been featured on the TV show Heartland and he holds a Master’s in Guitar Performance from the University of Southern California. Owen was on the songwriting faculty at the University of Colorado for 14 years before moving to Vancouver, WA, where he continues to teach and perform.

Jennifer Neal: Jennifer has three grown children and lives in Camas with her husband and dog. She is an artist that primarily works with paint and paper creating mixed media collages, art journals, and paintings. She also creates mixed media mosaic pieces. She’s passionate about cultivating personal and community connections through engaging with and creating art.

Enspire Extravaganza

Joyce Garver Theater, Camas

February 28, 2026 7pm

Ticket Info: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/enspire-extravaganza

Join Enspire Arts at the historic Joyce Garver Theater in Camas for a truly unforgettable evening celebrating the power of artistic expression. This dynamic showcase brings critically acclaimed artists together with emerging young talent and select student ensembles from across the county in a vibrant fusion of music, dance, and performance.

The program features a diverse array of styles and collaborations, including performances by several Enspire Arts Ambassadors alongside:

Innovative jazz pianist Clay Giberson
Award-winning singer/songwriter Owen Kortz
Renowned baritone Zachary Lenox
A world premiere of new music by local composer Nicole Buetti

We’re thrilled to also feature the nationally recognized Camas High School Choir, Jennifer Santos Dance Studio, and more for this exciting celebration of the arts.

PreSaleTickets: $20 Adult, $10 Youth. Tickets at the door: $25 Adult, $12 Youth

Doors Open 6:30pm

Piano & Poetry

The Vancouver Innovation Center

October 17, 2025 7-8:30 pm

Ticket Info: https://pianoandpoetry.brownpapertickets.com/

Experience the power of music and words as pianist Josiah Austin and poet Scott Poole come together for an intimate evening of Piano & Poetry. Through evocative compositions and stirring verse, Josiah and Scott guide us on a journey of reflection, introspection, and connection.

Let the melodies and spoken word inspire your own creativity during a mini poetry workshop, where you’ll have the chance to craft a poem of your own. The evening will conclude with a small open mic session, offering attendees the opportunity to share their work in a warm and welcoming space.

As there is limited seating, please reserve your seat. Pay What You Can. Suggested Donation $15

Parking:
Best to enter The VIC from 34th St and Hiddenbrook. Once you enter The VIC, turn left at the first stop sign. Take the first right into Parking Lot3/Blue Lot. Facing the buildings, to the far right you will see sliding doors with a white The VIC sign above. Enter here.

Bios:

Josiah Austin: Josiah is a composer and pianist who captures the beauty of deep reflection, warm memories, and wistful dreaming with piano at the center, at times combining orchestral and electronic elements. His music is intimate, contemplative, relaxing, and often melancholic. Josiah and his wife, Heidi, live in Vancouver, Washington, where he composes thoughtful piano works, crafts original music for advertising, records and edits location sound and foley for brand campaigns, and teaches piano in the Vancouver/Portland area.

Scott Poole: Scott Poole has been writing and performing poetry in the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years. He is best known for his 11 year stint as the “House Poet” on the weekly Live Wire! public radio variety show, taped in Portland, OR, and broadcast nationally by Public Radio International. He is the author of nine books of poetry. In 2019, he combined 20 original paintings with 20 of his poems in Vacancy, a limited edition chapbook (Lunchhour Press 2019). Since then he has produced a book of 20 poems and 20 paintings every year. He lives in Vancouver, WA with his wife and family where he works as a software developer.

Testimonials

The beauty of Enspire Arts’ community concerts is in the name – they’re run by the community for the community. They demonstrate a great value in Enspire Arts’ mission, and inspire other members of the community to participate and spread the love of the arts.

Shula

The concert has given me one of the most valuable opportunities to prepare for a career in music that I didn’t think was possible before participating.

Bianca

Each Enspire Arts event I’ve attended has inspired me to be a more active voice in the community about the value of music for our students.

Andrew

This class really encouraged me to be outside my normal way of living and thinking. It was like oxygen for a stale brain.

Lily

Thank you Enspire Arts for hosting a wonderful evening. Sarah did a great job introducing activities that engaged even the most hesitant participants. It was a night to remember and I am thankful for the experience. The music was AMAZING!!