Central Square is throwing three parties this summer! Join the festivities during their June, July, and August Makers Markets. The summer markets will feature a live outdoor mini music series showcasing singer-songwriters who will combine instruction, music, and storytelling into their shows. There will be concessions, and handcrafted art and goods for sale!

Minneapolis-based artist, Jules Bowman, will be our featured artist this July and August. A gallery reception will be hosted for this exhibition the afternoon of the July Market & Music on the Lawn event on July 23rd from 1:30 to 3:00 pm. There will be refreshments served at the reception and wine will be provided by Rolling Forks Vineyards. The […]

Children love making collages, and there's good reason for that! Collage art is open-minded and allows for free exploration of materials. There is no "wrong" way to combine different items, and that can be incredibly freeing for little artists. Call our office at (320) 634–0400 or click here for a link to register!

Billy Joel is truly one of America's great singer-songwriters and his catalog is filled with decades full of hits and he's still going strong. Led by Mick Sterling, a stellar four piece horn section, full percussion, the double piano combination of Peter Guertin and Charlie Peterson, two violins and an incredible band totaling 14 members, A Billy Joel State of […]

Weaving is a simple way to help kids with fine motor skills, patterning, hand eye coordination, and listening skills. Call our office at (320) 634–0400 or click here for a link to register!

Friendship Bracelets are a fun way to teach children about the gift of friendship and promote creativity. In this class, students consider who their friends are, what makes someone a friend, and objects that are used to symbolize friendship. Call our office at (320) 634–0400 or click here for a link to register!

Students will have two choices of art creation in this class! From books about the tiny creatures to actually seeing one inch along the sidewalk, caterpillars always capture the imagination of creative little minds. This clothespin caterpillar project brings together sensory sensations, fine motor skills, and color recognition all in one cute and endearing activity. For rock painting, we will […]

Do you love to draw? Whether you are new to drawing or it's a professional pastime, Faythe Mills has a fun pencil portrait class for everyone this summer. You will need to provide us with an image you would like to draw a week prior to the class. Faythe will guide you through the process of drawing it like a […]

Blow painting is an exciting activity for kids, it provides some great opportunities for experimentation, and the resulting artwork is amazing. This is a process art activity that is truly fame worthy. Call our office at (320) 634–0400 or click here for a link to register!

Rain or shine! Join us on August 27th, from 11am to 3pm for our FINAL outdoor Makers Market featuring Music on the Lawn. This will be the last event in our outstanding 2022 singer/songwriter showcase series. If you attended our first two events, you know how special they are, if this is your first, you’re going to be impressed by […]

Central Square’s new gallery exhibit features the intricate drawings of Dennis Anderson. He captures the nuances of shadow and light and translates them into powerfully detailed renderings of landscapes and portraits. There will be an open house reception for Anderson on September 17th, from 5:30pm to 7pm before Southern Raised performs on stage. Rolling Forks Vineyards will sponsor this reception. […]

Southern Raised, a group of award winning kinfolk, trained in classical music but raised in the bluegrass soaked Ozark Mountains. They have created a Southern Raised trademark sound where classical meets bluegrass and city streets meets country roads. SR has morphed a progressive sound that spans Christian Country/ Bluegrass, Celtic and Classical. They’re talented, they’re energetic, they’re Southern Raised. To […]

Join us on Saturday, September 24th from 9am to 1pm for a Garage Sale Fundraiser & Makers Market! We are accepting garage sale donations upon review. Please contact us for details by calling (320) 634–0400 or emailing info@centralsquare.org. Support your local community, enjoy fresh baked goods, beautiful artwork, and local artisans selling their creations. We have also been cleaning house […]

Legendary vocalists Bruce Henry and Gwen Matthews team up once again to present and celebrate The Legends of Soul. This time, they welcome special guest, Kathleen Johnson, who will be performing as well! This will be an unbelievable night of iconic songs from artists like Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Beyoncé, BB King, Prince, and more. Join us for a […]

DATE CHANGE!  Original Date: Thursday, October 6th at 5:30pm New Date: Tuesday, October 25th at 5:30pm Come join us for a fun night of painting & relaxation. We will be painting a delightful, farm fresh pumpkin sign. Vibrant oranges, browns & teals will adorn your sign, which will be ready to hang, when you get home. Sign is a 5”x15” […]

Help Central Square and both the Glenwood and Alexandria Just for Kix dance teams celebrate the harvest season and raise funds for their arts programming by attending Central Square’s October Makers Market & Just for Kix Halloween Dance Show! On Saturday, October 29th from 11am–3pm, Central Square will host their monthly Makers Market, which will feature the work of Minnesota […]

Branden and James bring the soulful timbre of James on his cello combined with Branden's emotional and powerful vocals, creating a sound that leaves audiences feeling moved and inspired. Since forming a duo, they’ve been touring around the world with their innovative, classically inspired pop songs, and their undeniable charm and wit. To visit Branden & James' website, click here To […]

Mason Dixon Line (MDL) is the Mid-West's premier Country-Rock outfit. Formed in 2018, brothers Justin & Jason Ploof along with seasoned musicians Micah Barrett and Tony Mazzone came together to celebrate the rich history of country music and its inhabitants. The group has been the supporting act for some of Country music’s biggest names, including Tanya Tucker, John Michael Montgomery, […]

Join Central Square and the Glenwood Just for Kix dance team on Saturday, December 17th from 11am–3pm to celebrate the holiday season by attending Central Square’s December Makers Market & Just for Kix Holiday Mini Dance Show! Central Square will host their Makers Market, which will feature the work of Minnesota artists, bakers, farmers, and more! The Just for Kix […]