ADRIAN, Mich. — Kids in Adrian are finding hope and mentorship through music and art, thanks to two local organizations partnering with Adrian Public Schools.

The Adrian Center for the Arts and the Adrian Symphony Orchestra are offering fall programs that help children sharpen their skills, build confidence and discover new ways to express themselves.

Over the past three years, the Adrian Center for the Arts has worked with more than 150 students, teaching painting, drawing and other creative disciplines. Youth Director Taina Mantey, who taught in the K-12 system for 32 years, said the smaller class sizes allow for deeper connections with students.

“I taught in the K-12 system for 32 years, and so this gives me an opportunity to keep working with kids, which is wonderful, but in small

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