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 artist Norval Morrisseau and his colorful animal artworks! They will then practice breaking down complex shapes into smaller pieces to hone […]
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, we will explore all of the seasons Minnesota experiences and learn about weather patterns. Students will also learn about movement in art, and how to […]
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 create cardboard looms in the shapes of different animals. They will then learn about simple weaving techniques, and use yarn to create an […]
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 create a small bird out of air-dry clay and some small clay eggs. Then, students will learn simple basket-weaving techniques to create a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate Mother's Day with a watercolor and pen class! Attendees will create a beautiful flower scene to take home. Join this fun experience and let your creativity bloom. Remember to wear paint-friendly clothes and BYO beverages! This class will take place in Central Square's Art Studio, Room 209 on the second floor. Registration is $25. Sign up here today! Class […]
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 […]
Participants will delve into the history and craftsmanship behind a diverse array of beads and glass. They will also craft their own unique necklaces to take home! This class will take place in Central Square's Art Studio, Room 209 on the second floor. Registration is $25. Sign up here today! Class Instructor: Cheryl Larson At Central Square, we are dedicated […]
Join us for a cozy, creative evening with Danielle Lien Designs at our Paint & Sip event on Thursday, September 26th, from 5:30 to 8 PM. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, you’ll enjoy painting a stunning Fall Leaf design inspired by barn quilts—a perfect way to bring the beauty of autumn into your home. Bring your […]
On Thursday, November 14th, Cheryl Larson returns to teach her popular Alcohol Ink Painting class! This session includes a step-by-step demonstration, giving students a deeper understanding of the techniques used in this unique medium.
Join Paul Johnson, a retired art instructor with 22 years of teaching experience at Alexandria Technical and Community College, for his upcoming “Life Drawing” class on Saturday, January 25th, from 2 to 5 PM in Central Square’s Studio 209. With a focus on foundational techniques, Paul will guide you through blocking, shading, and various line methods to help you harness […]
The Children’s Theatre Workshop is open to students in grades 2–6 and teaches the fundamentals of acting, singing, movement, costumes, and set design. Classes take place after school at the Central Square Gym in Glenwood, with transportation provided from Minnewaska Area Schools, a snack, and a final performance open to the public. The cost is $60 for all 13 sessions, with need-based scholarships available.
Office Hours
Mon–Thur: 10 AM–3 PM
Fri-Sun: Closed
Building Hours
Daily: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Contact Us
105 2nd Ave NE
Glenwood, MN 56334
320–634–0400
info@centralsquare.org
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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