Happenings at Central Square

Summer art classes are in full swing at Central Square! Eight weeks of youth art programming started Wednesday, July 6, and will continue through Wednesday Aug. 24. There is a wide range of classes available that will allow kids to explore their imagination and creativity. Classes will take place every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit centralsquare.org for the full schedule and class details.

It’s not too late to sign up for an adult class! Discover the process of using brightly colored dye-based alcohol ink to produce stunning abstract paintings on Yupo paper with artist, Cheryl Larson, this Thursday, July 14, 5:30-8 p.m. There are only a couple of spots left in this class. This workshop is appropriate for artists with skill levels from beginner to advanced. 

Do you love to draw? Whether you are new to drawing or it’s a professional pastime, artist Faythe Mills will lead a pencil portrait class on Aug. 18, 5:30-8:30 p.m. 

Registration for each class costs $40. Sign up by calling 320-634–0400 or visiting https://ticketpeak.co/centralsquare.

Art in the Square Gallery

Stop by the Central Square Art Gallery to view the exciting new exhibit featuring the work of Jules Bowman. Jules’s exhibit includes large and small scale works with a whimsical flair. The exhibit runs now through August. There will be a gallery reception for Jules on July 23, from 1:30-3 p.m. Jules will also lead a one-hour fundraising yoga class prior to the start of Central Square’s Makers’ Market and Summer Music Series on Saturday, July 23, from 10-11 a.m. All proceeds from the yoga class will help fund Central Square’s art programming. Registration costs $20. Sign up by calling 320-634–0400 or visiting https://ticketpeak.co/centralsquare.

Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you are interested in purchasing Jules’ work, visit the Central Square office or call 320-634-0400.

Coming Soon 

Mick Sterling will take the stage in compliment to this year’s other scheduled Waterama events. Mick will perform music from the Billy Joel songbook on Saturday, July 30, at  p.m. This show is sponsored by Glenwood State Bank. For additional details about the 2022 Concert Series line-up and your ticket options, visit Central Square’s website, centralsquare.org. You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram.  

Food for Thought

“Children express how they feel and think about the world through their art, which gives them a way to express the feelings and ideas that they don’t have the words to talk about. This way of expressing themselves helps children to cope with the natural stresses of growing up. Art helps children to develop a sense of their own individuality, a sense of self-respect, and an appreciation for others’ work.” ~Claudia C. Mincemoyer, Ph.D.