AN EVENING OF MUSIC & POETRY is a soul-refreshing live experience created and performed by singer-songwriter Blake Flattley and poet-author Tanner Olson. Designed as a space for rest, reflection, and hope, this unique event blends acoustic music, spoken word poetry, storytelling, and honest conversation.
Rooted in their shared Christian faith and creative passions, Blake and Tanner invite audiences to slow down and reconnect—with God, with one another, and with themselves. Through original songs and thoughtfully crafted poems, the evening offers encouragement for the weary, joy for the heavy-hearted, and light for those walking through darkness.
Whether hosted in a church, a theater, or a living room, An Evening of Music and Poetry is more than a performance—it's a shared moment of grace, beauty, and belonging. Each show is intimate and engaging, inviting attendees into a rhythm of listening, laughter, and enduring truth.
Perfect for communities seeking something contemplative yet deeply human, An Evening of Music and Poetry reminds us that we are not alone—and that beauty, even in its simplest form, is a sign of hope.
A NIGHT OF HOPE is a powerful and restorative event led by Blake Flattley, Tanner Olson, and Heidi Goehmann, designed to meet people where they are—with honesty, creativity, and hope. Blending live music, spoken word poetry, storytelling, and mental health insights, this immersive evening offers a space to breathe, to reflect, and to be reminded that hope is real and still rising.
Through original songs by singer-songwriter Blake Flattley, poetic reflections from writer and speaker Tanner Olson, and compassionate, faith-rooted insights from licensed therapist and author Heidi Goehmann, A Night of Hope speaks to the heart, soul, and mind. Each element is thoughtfully woven together to create an experience that is both emotionally grounding and spiritually uplifting.
This event is especially relevant in today’s world, where anxiety, loneliness, and burnout are all too common. It’s not just an evening of performance—it’s an invitation to be honest about the hard stuff, and to discover, again or for the first time, that God meets us there with love and grace.
A Night of Hope is ideal for churches, ministries, conferences, and communities looking to engage with issues of faith, mental health, and creativity in a deeply human and approachable way. With warmth, vulnerability, and beauty, this trio offers something rare: a night that lingers long after it ends.
HYMN SING HAPPY HOUR is a joyful, low-pressure gathering that brings people together around something timeless: singing. Hosted by Blake Flattley, this event blends the familiarity of classic hymns with the warmth of community.
Whether you grew up singing from a hymnal or are just discovering these rich, theological songs for the first time, Hymn Sing Happy Hour is designed to be accessible and engaging. There’s no stage and no performance—just voices joining together in song.
Held in breweries, churches, backyards, and community spaces, the event invites people of all ages and backgrounds to come as they are. It’s a chance to reconnect with the beauty of shared worship, enjoy a drink (if you’d like), and rediscover the power of singing together.
With moments of reflection, lighthearted storytelling, and the kind of camaraderie that only music can foster, Hymn Sing Happy Hour is more than a singalong—it’s a celebration of faith, community, and the God who holds it all together.
THE CREATIVE RETREAT is a thoughtfully curated space for writers, musicians, ministry leaders, and creatives of all kinds to step away from the noise and return to the well of inspiration, faith, and purpose. Set in a peaceful, distraction-free environment, this retreat invites participants to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with their creative calling.
Led by poet and author Tanner Olson and singer-songwriter and producer Blake Flattley, the retreat blends guided workshops, spiritual practices, collaborative sessions, and time for solitude. Through poetry, music, storytelling, and prayer, participants are encouraged to explore how creativity intersects with vocation, faith, and the story of God.
Whether you're deep in your craft or feeling creatively stuck, this retreat offers a gentle rhythm of rest and renewal. It's a chance to be poured into by seasoned artists who understand both the beauty and challenge of creating in a ministry context—and to leave with new ideas, deeper clarity, and a renewed sense of calling.
Ideal for those in ministry, the arts, or anyone who uses creativity as a means of connection and communication, The Creative Retreat is not about producing more—it's about rediscovering why you create in the first place.
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