Enrichment Programs
Exploring Interests and Leisure
Day Enrichment Programs
Fall 10-week day enrichment programs will run from
September 8th - November 14th
Fall '25 Schedule
Monday
1:30pm-2:30pm | Culinary Arts: Fun in the Kitchen ​
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Tuesday
10:30am-11:30am | Helping Hands
1:30pm-2:30pm | Improv with Bridge 9 Theater
2:45pm-3:45pm | Art from the Heart with Art on Wheels
Wednesday
10:30am-11:30am | Wildcard Wednesdays
3:45pm-4:45pm | Music with Andrew
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Thursday
1:30pm-2:30pm | Culinary Arts: Advanced Recipes & Practical Skills
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Friday
4:00pm-5:15pm | Open Mic Karaoke (Virtual)
Fall '25 Details
Dates: September 8th - November 14th (10 weeks)​
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Ages: Geared towards high school graduates through age 40
Cost: See descriptions below for cost per program
*Financial assistance is always available, no questions asked
Locations:​
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Culinary Arts with The Breaking Bread Company
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Monday & Thursday Classes: ECPI​ University: Culinary Institute of Virginia (11104 W Broad St, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
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Helping Hands
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Field trip based program. Meeting locations will vary around the metro-Richmond area. Schedules and locations will be sent the week prior to the start of the program.
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Improv with Bridge 9 Theater
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Westover Hills United Methodist (1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225)
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Art from the Heart with Art on Wheels
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Westover Hills United Methodist (1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225)
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Wildcard Wednesdays​
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Field trip based program. Meeting locations will vary around the metro-Richmond area. Schedules and locations will be sent the week prior to the start of the program.
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Music with Andrew
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Westover Hills United Methodist (1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225)
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*Please don't let cost deter you from registering.
If cost is a barrier, simply select "financial assistance"
and we will work with you to ensure your participant is registered.
Program Descriptions
Culinary Arts:
Fun in the Kitchen
This class is about more than just cooking - it’s about discovering your potential, building confidence, and finding joy in creating something with your own hands. The Culinary Basics class is the first step in your culinary journey, teaching essential techniques like measuring, mixing, sautéing, baking, and plating. Whether you’re cooking at home, with friends, or in a work environment, these skills will empower you to prepare meals independently or with a little help when needed.
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Participant Fee: $200
Culinary Arts:
Advanced Recipes
In this advanced course, you’ll experience the challenge and reward of running each week like our very own restaurant. You’ll take on real roles, working together as a team to create gourmet, gluten-free dishes that rival professional kitchens. Whether you’re leading the prep, crafting beautiful plating, or perfecting a drink pairing, each task will push your skills and showcase what you’re capable of. This curriculum is about more than mastering recipes. It’s about understanding what makes a kitchen thrive: organization, communication, and the ability to adapt under pressure. These are skills that translate beyond the kitchen, preparing you for success in all areas of life.
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Participant Fee: $200
Improv with
Bridge 9 Theater
Step into the world of Improv Comedy with Bridge 9 Theater! Through a variety of exercises and games, students will learn the principles of improvisation: collaboration, creativity, and most importantly, play. We will create scenes together and share plenty of laughs - all without a script!
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Participant Fee: $160
Art from the Heart with
Art on Wheels
A weekly art program where each class offers guided instruction, giving participants the chance to express themselves creatively while exploring a wide range of artistic styles and mediums.
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Participant Fee: $170
Wildcard Wednesdays
A weekly program designed to explore new interests and experiences out in the community. Each Wednesday brings a surprise theme - from arts and crafts workshops, outdoor adventures, and animal encounters, to visits to exciting local attractions and more! This dynamic program offers participants the chance to discover new passions, build skills, and enjoy meaningful social connections in a fun and supportive environment. No two Wednesdays are the same!
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Participant Fee: $160
Music with Andrew
A fun and interactive weekly music program where participants explore new instruments and discover a variety of musical styles! Each class begins with a group warm-up, followed by an introduction to a featured musical artist or genre, and wraps up with everyone playing songs together.
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Participant Fee: $160
Helping Hands
A service-based program focused on giving back to the community through service projects. Each week, we will complete a different service project for a community partner while we learn about how small acts of service can make a large positive impact on the community. We will meet at a different location each week.
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Participant Fee: $60
Open Mic Karaoke
Open Mic is a virtual weekly Zoom gathering for participants to express themselves through music, art, poetry, or dance! Come out ready to perform or simply sit back and cheer your friends on.
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Participant Fee: FREE!
Enrichment Workshops
Join Jacob’s Chance and community partners for single day enrichment workshops designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and foster connection for youth and young adults of all abilities.
Upcoming Workshops
ASL
Workshop
In Partnership with Henrico Recreation & Parks
Garden Craft Party
In Partnership with Henrico Recreation & Parks
Join Jacob’s Chance for an introduction to American Sign Language! We will be learning the letters of the alphabet in ASL and learning how to sign your own name, along with other fun activities!
Ages 13+ | July 2nd | 10:30-11:30am | Belmont Recreation Center
(1600 Hilliard Rd Henrico, VA 23228)
Join us for a creative garden craft party where you'll paint vibrant rocks to brighten outdoor spaces and craft a personalized pot to plant your own wildflower, spreading joy and color in nature’s beauty!
Ages 18+ | July 24th | 10-11:30am | Armour House & Gardens at Meadowview Park
(4001 Clarendon Rd, Richmond, VA 23223)