Cultural Activities Center

3011 N. 3rd St, Temple, TX 76501
254.773.9926

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Advanced Ceramics with Paul Grimm Thursdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 5 5

Instructor: Paul Grimm

Date: Thursdays May 7 - 28

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Cost per student: $125 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.

Level: Advanced

This is an advanced clay class that welcomes students that have taken at least 3 CAC Instructor lead clay classes. Practice advanced wheel throwing techniques and slab building techniques.

Art Detective Academy Monday - Friday 10 AM - 2 PM 30 26

Instructor: Sarah Harrell

Dates: June 1 - 5 

Times: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Cost: $200 

Ages: 10-16 years

Location: Upstairs Art Room 

Calling All Junior Art Detectives! In this thrilling week, you'll uncover clues, learn fingerprinting, sketch like a pro, and solve an art mystery! Each day, you'll tackle creative projects tied to your investigation - until the case is cracked! 

This camps needs a minimum of 10 campers to register by May 22, 2026. 

Campers should bring a water bottle, snacks, and a blank sketchbook. 

Art on the Magic School Bus: Science & Creativity Monday - Friday 10 AM - 2 PM 30 27

Instructor: Sarah Harrell

Dates: June 15 - 19 

Times: 10:00am - 2:00 pm 

Cost: $200 

Ages: 7-12  years

Location: Downstairs Art Room & Education Room   

Join us for a week of Magic School Bus-Inspired fun. Each day we will explore a new theme from the show with a hands-on art project and science activity to match. Imagination and creativity guaranteed!

We will explore lessons from episodes: "Inside Ralphie", "Gets Ready, Set, Dough", "Lost in Space", and "Take a Dive". 

Campers need to bring water bottle, snack, and clothes to get messy in. 

This camp will need 10 campers to sign up by 6/5/2026 to make. 

Beginning Clay with Amy (May - June) Saturdays 12 PM - 2 PM 5 1

Instructor: Amy Sturgell

Dates: May 9 to June 13, with no class May 23 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Times; 12 PM - 2 PM 

Cost: $145

This is a beginner course in clay. Amy will cover the basics of slab work, wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing. This class session is 5 weeks long, meeting on Saturday afternoons 12 PM – 2 PM. Enrollment includes clay, glazes, and kiln firings.

A minimum of 3 enrollments for this class to make. 

CAC ART CAMP: 3-D Art inspired by Shel Silverstein Poetry Monday - Friday 9 AM - 4 PM 50 43

Instructor: Kandice Harris and CAC Instructors

Dates: July 6 - 10

Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm 

Cost: $175

Ages: 7-15 years

Locations: Downstairs Art Room, Upstairs Art Room, Wendland Hall 

Explore the expressive world of Shel Silverstein poetry and create 3-D Artwork and a staged reading. Campers will work with poetry, creative drama lessons, and build art in a collaborative process. 

This camp will need at least 10 campers to register by June 26, 2026. 

Campers should bring a water bottle, lunch, and come in clothes they can get messy in. 

CAC ART CAMP: Drawing and Painting Monday - Friday 9 AM - 12 PM 25 18

Instructor: Susan L Sistrunk-Dungan 

Dates: June 1 - 6

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Cost: $100 

Age Group: 7-12 years

This is a beginning level class designed to engage young learners in painting and drawing techniques. All supplies provided by instructor. 

The class will need a minimum number of 10 students enrolled to make. 

CAC Art Camp: Step and Stitch Monday - Friday 1 PM - 5 PM 20 20

Instructor: Anne Taylor and Aaron

Dates: July 20 - 24, 2026

Times: 1 PM - 5 PM 

Cost: $150

This CAC Art Camp will engage 12 -16 year old campers in learning dances from the Wicked movies as well as stitch together Oz inspired looks. Campers can expect to learn techniques in costuming, props, dance, and set building. 

Campers should bring water bottle and snacks. 

At least 10 campers must to register by July 6th to reach camp enrollment needs. 

Campers will showcase dances and costumes on Saturday, July 25th at the Double feature Wicked Sing Along at 1 PM and Wicked for Good Sing Along  at 3 PM. Campers receive one free ticket to  each movie. Additional tickets are $10. 

Camp AAMP'D Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 110 98

Summer Camp: CAMP AAMP'D

Date: July 13 - 17

Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm 

Cost: $100 

Ages: 7-18 years

Get AAMP'D! The Academy of Art, Music, Performance and Dance invites campers will explore the music industry and prepare for a final stage performance. The camp includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, a t-shirt, a backpack, and supplies. 

Final Performance will be Friday, July 17 at 8 PM and is free to the public. 

***Camp AAMPD is an inclusive program dedicated to supporting diverse learners by providing a nurturing environment that honors individual strengths, fosters growth, and encourages meaningful connection.

We are an anti-bullying community committed to creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where every individual is valued, protected, and empowered to thrive.

We have a qualified ABA specialist on site to provide individualized support, guidance, and evidence-based strategies that help each participant succeed and thrive.

To help us best support your child’s learning and success, please provide any relevant information from their current IEP (Individualized Education Program). This allows our team to better understand their needs and provide appropriate accommodations and support. All information shared will be kept confidential.***

Mad Science Workshop: Splash into Summer Friday 3 PM - 5 PM 20 20

Instructor: Mad Science 

Date: June 5

Time: 3 PM - 5 PM 

Embracing the theme "Splash into Summer" campers will explore science experiments that harness the power of water. Supplies included in fee.  Camp needs 10 campers to register by June 1. 

Mad Science Workshop: Wicked Themed Experiements Saturday 12 PM - 2 PM 20 20

Instructor: Mad Science

Date: July 25, 2026

Time: 12 PM - 2 PM 

Come explore Wicked Themed experiments with Mad Scienctists! Supplies included. This workshop needs 10 registrations by July 17th or there is a risk of cancellation. 

*This workshop compliments the "Wicked 1 & 2" -Sing-a-long double feature planned at 1 PM and 4 PM on July 25, 2026. 

Monet Master Study 6 PM - 8 PM 20 20

Instructor: Spencer Welch

Date: June 4, 2026

Time: 6 PM - 8 PM 

Cost: $55

Join Spencer Welch for a master class that focuses on Monet's Water Lilies. Taking an indepth look at the techniques and approaches to Impressionism made popular by Claude Monet. 

Play in the Clay - May 3rd Friday at 6:30 PM 10 10

Instructor: Kicheko Sykes

Date: May 15

Time: 6:30 PM 

Cost: $35 

Come enjoy a laid back experience with clay as you learn some basics in handbuilding. Class includes clay, kiln firings, and glaze. 

Pottery With Durinda: Hand building (May - June) Tuesday May 12 - June 9 5 1

Instructor:  Durinda Grimm

Date: Tuesdays May 12 – June 9                       

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Cost per student: $155 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings. 

Level: beginner-advanced 

These classes are for beginner through intermediate clay students. In these classes Durinda will teach techniques in Hand building.  The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Tuesday evenings.  Take home something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special. 

​Maximum of 5 Students on the wheel.  Please call our office for registration questions 254-773-9926. 

 

Pottery with Paul: Wheel (May - June) Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30 PM 5 2

Instructor:  Paul Grimm

Date: Tuesdays May 12 – June 9       

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Cost per student: $155 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings. 

Level: beginner-advanced 

 These classes are for beginner through intermediate clay students. In these classes Paul will teach clay techniques in intro to wheel throwing.  The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Tuesday evenings.  5 pottery wheels are available for use in the studio.  If you have prior experience and wish to work independently, students are welcome to explore hand building.  Take home something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special. 

​Maximum of 5 Students on the wheel.  Please call our office for registration questions 254-773-9926.