Youth talent show Jan. 24 at The Children's Guild

Outstanding People Empowering Change presents its 2nd annual The Ingenious Threads of Expression Youth and Young Adult Talent Showcase to display the talent of young singers, dancers, musicians, poets, comedians, artists and rappers. This event takes place Jan. 24, 2015, from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Children’s Guild at 6802 McClean Blvd. in Baltimore. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.

All proceeds will support The Children’s Guild, which includes special needs schools, an autism center, group homes, a treatment foster care program, outpatient mental health program and school-based mental health services. Youth and young adults are encouraged to participate in the talent show to express their skills and abilities. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door and can be purchased online.

To purchase tickets or participate in the show, email shantricemckoy@yahoo.com or call 443-621-5550.

“I believe nothing is impossible and anything is achievable. As an advocate for the youth, I am trying to make a positive difference through my actions,” said Shantrice Cooper-Mckoy, producer of the talent show and founder of Outstanding People Empowering Change.

She created the group to empower and encourage youth to follow their talent.

“The Children’s Guild is so pleased that Shantrice has chosen us to be beneficiary of this very worthwhile project that fits so well with our mission where we find and cultivate the talent that each of our students has. We are also pleased that some of our students will be in the show,” said Steve Howe, vice president for children, family and community services for The Children’s Guild.