Happenings at Central Square

This Saturday, May 14, at 7 p.m., experience multi-talented singer and performer Maud Hixson who will perform songs from the Doris Day songbook. Jazz Lives says of Hixson, “What Maud does is a special art, rooted in the deep desire to make singer and song interwoven and inseparable. She IS the song, and the song glows as a result.” There will be beverage service for this show.

For additional details about the line-up and your ticket options, visit their website, centralsquare.org. You can also follow Central Square on Facebook and Instagram. 

Art in the Square Gallery

Central Square Gallery is currently hosting a duo exhibition of paintings and objects by artists Cheryl Larson and Faythe Mills. A gallery reception will be hosted for this exhibition the evening of the Maud Hixson concert on May 14 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. There will be refreshments served at the reception and wine will be provided by Rolling Forks Vineyards.

The Central Square Art Gallery is open to the public and free of charge. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Coming Soon

DATE CHANGE! Central Square’s May Makers’ Market will now happen on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 21, NOT on May 28. Join our community in supporting the work of our local artists and makers. There will also be a $5 make & take Father’s Day craft available for children. 

Food for thought

“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” ~Pablo Picasso

Last week’s trivia question: Where were the high school commencements held between 1894 and 1905?

Answer: Commencements were held at the Fremad Hall, also known as the Fremad Opera House. Glenwood had two opera houses! Along with the Fremad building, there was The McCauley Opera House which eventually became the Glenwood movie theater.

This week’s trivia question: Where did the school football team play their games until 1926?