CLASSES

CLASSES AT THE CAC

The Heart of Arts and Culture in Temple Texas.

The Cultural Activities Center (CAC) in Temple, TX, offers a variety of artistic and educational classes designed to inspire creativity for all ages. From painting, drawing, and ceramics to theater, dance, and music, the CAC provides hands-on learning experiences led by skilled instructors. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore a new hobby or an experienced artist wanting to refine your skills, there’s a class for you. With programs for both children and adults, the CAC is committed to fostering artistic expression and lifelong learning in the community. Discover your next creative passion by enrolling in one of the many classes offered throughout the year.

UPCOMING Classes

Advanced Pottery with Paul Grimm – January

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 Lecture: Art as a Business

February 28, 2026 1 PM – 3PMAbout Ruby R. Scott: I am a visual artist located in the largest arts district in the nation, Sawyer Yards Silver Street Studios Suite 218, in the East Downtown Cultural District of Houston, Texas. I specialize in large acrylic and mixed-media collage paintings using upcycled materials. My art is displayed in a wide range of styles: abstract, figurative-abstract, impressionism, realism, modern, and contemporary. I have shown in multiple exhibitions: solo, group, juried, and collaborative, throughout the State of Texas. I accepted an invitation to represent the City of Houston in an international art show in Reno, Nevada, in 2024. I was recently published in “Entangled,” “A WiVLA Collaboration Project of Artists and Writers.” Creating is always wonderful, but it’s exhilarating when I witness collectors make solid connections with my art.

Beginning Clay with Amy Sturgell – January

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.If a minimum of 3 students hasn’t registered by January 3, 2025, the class will be rescheduled.

Expressionistic Painting – Learning through Process

Dates: February 12, 14, 26, 28 Times: Thursday 6 -8 Pm & Saturday 1 -4 PMThis Expressionist painting class is designed for all levels (ages 12 -80) focusing on art as a dynamic process by exploring various materials and techniques to create deeply personal work. Dive into the world of color and form emphasising the journey of creation guided by a certified and experienced instructor.$10 of enrollment fee goes toward supplies.4 enrollments must be secured before January 30, 2026, or this class is subject to be rescheduled or cancelled.

Kindermusik: Foundation

Instructor: Mary MeierDate: Wednesday, October 29, 2025Time: 9 AM – 9:45 AMPlace: CAC – Culture Activities Center @ 3011 N. 3rd Street, Temple, TX 76501Contact: [email protected] / (254) 379-4840 ***Registration is required. What is Kindermusik???? It is an early childhood program that uses music and movement to develop a child’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive skills. I am a Texas certified early childhood teacher seeking accreditation/licensing to use this program. This free class is my final exam. Please join me in discovering how this program will lay a foundation for reading skills, engage all parts of the brain, and build trust in a loving relationship all while you and your child enjoy uninterrupted time together.A statement from Mary: I am required to record for the Kindermusik licensing panel ONLY. No public viewing.

Pottery with Paul Grimm – January

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

Wheel throwing with Aaron White – January

These classes are an introduction to wheel throwing for beginner through intermediate clay students. Aaron will cover the basics of wheel-throwing techniques (centering, forming a cylinder, trimming, glazing, and firing, while providing an environment for creative expression. The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Wednesday mornings 10 AM – 12 PM. Make something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.

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