Art Adventures: Nature Collages in the Style of Eric Carle (6–8yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  Students will look at artwork by author and illustrator Eric Carle, then design their very own nature-inspired artwork inspired by him. We will use crayons, watercolors, and cut […]

Art Adventures: Creating Comics (9–11yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  In this class, students will learn about creating comics. We will talk about what makes a good story, how to take inspiration from your own life, and how […]

Art Adventures: Colorful Clay Fish (6–8yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  Students will use air dry clay to create a variety of fun clay fish and will have the option to later assemble their fish into a wind chime […]

Art Adventures: Creating Bird Eyes with Clay (9–11yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  In this class, students will learn about and practice drawing different birds’ heads and eyes, studying shape and texture. Students will then create a unique bird eye sculpture, […]

Art Adventures: (Joint class with Week 6) Painting Clay Fish and Creating Nature Journals (6–8yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  This class will be a continuation of Week 6, and students will paint their dried Clay Fish and do the final assembly into mobiles or wind chimes. For […]

Art Adventures: (Joint class with Week 6) Painting Clay Bird Eyes and Creating Nature Journals (9–11yr. old class)

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  This class will be a continuation of Week 6, and students will paint their dried Clay Bird Eyes and attach the painted glass eye. For the rest of […]

2023 Art Adventures: Fun in the Park! Outdoor Art Activities (6–8yr. old class)

Barsness Park Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  Join us for a fun class outdoors at the park. Students will participate in several art activities, including plein-air landscape painting, chalk art, nature-resist paintings, texture rubbings, and […]

2023 Art Adventures: Fun in the Park! Outdoor Art Activities (9–11yr. old class)

Barsness Park Glenwood, MN, United States

Welcome to Art Adventures! Register your child in our classes and Carson Thorson, our licensed art instructor, will guide them in exploring the magic of art and nurture their creativity and imagination.  Join us for a fun class outdoors at the park. Students will participate in several art activities, including plein-air landscape painting, chalk art, nature-resist paintings, texture rubbings, and […]

Canceled Open Mic Night

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Event Details: Open Mic Night Returns! Please join us in our newest endeavor—Open Mic Night at Central Square! At these events we will create a safe space for all to share openly, inspire each other, and support one another in mutually respectful ways. Our philosophy, is based upon the transformative power of art and writing that allows us to express, […]

Beginner Alcohol Ink Class

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Let Cheryl Larson be your guide into the world of alcohol ink. With her help, you'll learn the basics, techniques, and how colors work together in this unique artform. All supplies included. Registration is $25 and scholarships are available. Call Central Square at (320) 634–0400 for details. Register by visiting the Central Square office or our online Box Office here: https://ticketpeak.co/centralsquare  […]

Open Mic Night

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Event Details: Open Mic Night Returns! Please join us in our newest endeavor—Open Mic Night at Central Square! At these events we will create a safe space for all to share openly, inspire each other, and support one another in mutually respectful ways. Our philosophy, is based upon the transformative power of art and writing that allows us to express, […]

Children’s Theater Workshop

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Have fun learning the basics of theater performing with Art and Drama instructor, Marit Salveson! For kids, grades 1–6. Cost is $35, for all five sessions on Oct 10th, 12th, 17th, 24th, and 26th, after school until 4:45pm. Snacks and transportation available from Minnewaska Area Schools to Central Square! Buses will bring students from Glenwood Elementary and Minnewaska to Central […]

Beginner Alcohol Ink Class

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Additional class added by popular demand! Let Cheryl Larson be your guide into the world of alcohol ink art. With her help, you'll learn the basics, techniques, and how colors work together in this unique artform.  All supplies included. Registration is $25 and scholarships are available. Call Central Square at (320) 634–0400 for details. Register by visiting the Central Square […]

Opening Gallery Reception: MAHS Student Soundwalk

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

We are thrilled to collaborate with Minnewaska Area Schools this fall to bring the community a unique and immersive gallery exhibit brought to you by Glenwood area high school students. Student works will feature all types of artistic mediums, with one unifying theme, they must each have an audible component that corresponds with their piece. This could be any sound—a […]

George Maurer Group | Jazz Quintet

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Saturday, October 14th at 7pm, the George Mauer Quintet, sponsored by FAST Global Solutions. “This show is guaranteed to be a good time. There’s music and banter, storytelling, and jokes. The music, much of it written and arranged by Maurer and other band members, ranges from bop to pop, jazz to blues, gospel to musical theater, ballet to settings for […]

Opening Gallery Reception | Danielle Lien’s Photography

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

We are delighted to introduce our next exhibiting gallery artist—Danielle Lien! Lien is a multi-talented local artist who will exhibit her photography in the Art in the Square Gallery for an eight-week exhibition this November and December. Her captivating work features subjects that range from Minnesota's seasonal beauty and wildlife to rustic scenes of vintage automobiles. We invite you to […]

Suncatcher-Making Class

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Cheryl Larson will instruct her Suncatcher-Making Class on Thursday, November 16th, from 5:30–8:00pm. In this class, attendees will learn the basics of wire wrapping, a useful skill needed for jewelry crafting, and bring home their own beaded suncatcher. When placed in a window, sunlight travels through these unique suncatchers and projects beautiful patterns of rainbow light throughout the room. Class […]

Mick Sterling Presents, From the King; For the King: The Gospel According to Elvis

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

On Sunday, December 10th at 3 pm, Central Square will host the holiday matinée, “Mick Sterling Presents, From the King, For the King: The Gospel According to Elvis.” This show will celebrate Elvis's early gospel songs and features several of his early '60s gospel songs and a few '50s hits. No glitz or jumpsuits; it is a unique homage to […]

Gallery Reception: Jim Grafsgaard, Artist in Residence

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Join us at Central Square for an opening gallery reception featuring the work of Minnesota artist, Jim Grafsgaard, on Saturday, April 20th, from 5:30-7 pm, before our 20th Annual Concert Series debuts with internationally renowned Americana performer, Alice Wallace. Jim Grafsgaard will be in residency at Central Square from April 15th–26th, and we will host an opening gallery reception for […]

Alice Wallace Band

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

On April 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM, Central Square’s stage will come alive with the distinctive Americana sound of the Alice Wallace Band. Wallace, a seasoned singer-songwriter, is known for her powerful vocals and emotive storytelling. Her latest album, "Into the Blue," is a testament to her musical journey, reflecting her native California's influence. This album encapsulates a vibrant mix […]

Fiction Writing Fundamentals

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Date & Time: Wednesday, May 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd, from 6–8 PM  Have you ever felt the desire to write a story? Join University of MN Morris English Professor, Joshua Johnson, for a four-session creative writing workshop. This workshop is designed for aspiring writers who want to discover and strengthen their fiction writing skills. Participants will explore narrative tools […]

3rd Annual Music on the Lawn – Summer Music Series

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Our summer music series is the perfect blend of music, community, and the outdoors! Join us for year 3 of our Music on the Lawn singer/songwriter music showcase this June, July, and August. This live outdoor mini-music series is a celebration of talented musicians who combine instruction, music, and storytelling into their shows. You can enjoy delicious concessions and festive […]

3rd Annual Music on the Lawn – Summer Music Series

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Our summer music series is the perfect blend of music, community, and the outdoors! Join us for year 3 of our Music on the Lawn singer/songwriter music showcase this June, July, and August. This live outdoor mini-music series is a celebration of talented musicians who combine instruction, music, and storytelling into their shows. You can enjoy delicious concessions and festive […]

3rd Annual Music on the Lawn – Summer Music Series

Central Square Inc. 105 2nd Avenue Northeast, Glenwood, MN, United States

Our summer music series is the perfect blend of music, community, and the outdoors! Join us for year 3 of our Music on the Lawn singer/songwriter music showcase this June, July, and August. This live outdoor mini-music series is a celebration of talented musicians who combine instruction, music, and storytelling into their shows. You can enjoy delicious concessions and festive […]