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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

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August Ceramics with Paul Grimm

  • Starts: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
  • Cost per student: $145 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
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Ceramics with Aaron White on Wednesday Afternoons

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 afternoons from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Make something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
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Ceramics with Marilyn Ritchie on Monday afternoons

  • Starts: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
  • Days: Mondays
  • Time: 2:00-4:00 PM
  • Cost per student: $165 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
  • Level: beginner-intermediate
All lessons will be demonstrated for ease of construction. The glazing and firing of the work are included in the lesson plan. These are all simple pottery lessons. All levels of experience will be able to complete many of these lessons during our five-week period. All clay and glazes are included in the price of the class. The class is limited to six students.Maximum of 5 Students
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Ceramics with Paul Grimm on Tuesday evenings

  • Starts: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Cost per student: $145 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
  • Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Max of 5 students on the wheelThese 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.Please call our office for registration questions 254-773-9926
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Improv Class

Improv with Betsi Chamlee

  • Starts: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Time: 4 PM - 6 PM
Instructor: Besti ChamleeDates: March 12 – April 16Times: 4 PM – 6 PMImprov class is designed to stretch your acting skills and build confidence in scene work with others, acting range and agility in impromptu acting situations. 6-weeks class.Enroll for class by March 17, 2025. Must have at least 5 student enrolled for the class to make.
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July Ceramics with Paul Grimm

  • Starts: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
  • Cost per student: $90 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 three 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.
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June Ceramics with Paul Grimm

  • Starts: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
  • Cost per student: $90 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 3 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
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Mini Master Class: Vincent Van Gogh

Study and recreate a Vincent Van Gogh Painting in water soluable oil paints on panel.The instructor will provide panels, paints, and brushes.
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Musical Theatre Workshop

  • Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
  • Days: June 2-6, 2025
  • Time: 8:30am-11:30am
  • Cost per student: $150
Friday, June 6, 6pm showcaseAge: 5-8yearsFocus:This camp will use children’s books and songs to explore singing, dancing, acting, and prop making.This registration fee does include two tickets to the showcase planned for June 6th @ 6 PM.Register by May 10th, limited availability
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Pinch Pots & Pinot – June Class

This beginner level pottery class explores the creation of pinch pots. Get your hands in the clay and make something truly one of a kind. BYOBMaking this a date night and need support in childcare? We can arrange a kids art class in conjunction to this event. Registration for the kids’ class is $25 per child and would need to be arranged by contacting Kandice at kharris@cacARTS.org
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Pinch Pots & Pinot – May Class

This beginner level pottery class explores the creation of pinch pots. Get your hands in the clay and make something truly one of a kind. BYOBMaking this a date night and need support in childcare? We can arrange a kids art class in conjunction to this event. Registration for the kids’ class is $25 per child and would need to be arranged by contacting Kandice at kharris@cacARTS.org
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Pottery with Aaron White

  • Starts: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Cost per student: $165 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
  • Level: beginner-advanced
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 six weeks long, meeting on Wednesday afternoons from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Make something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
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Tea Party and Calligraphy Class

  • Starts: Saturday, July 19, 2025
  • Days: Saturday
  • Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Cost per student: $65
“Calligraphy is an Experience.” – Amanda ReidJoin the experience. Come enjoy an afternoon tea party with tea and pastries while committing 2-hours to learn the basics in pointed pen modern calligraphy. This class is designed to be shared with family and friends. Garden tea party attire encouraged but not required.IN-PERSON INTRO TO MODERN CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOPIn this workshop you’ll be learning an introduction to MODERN CALLIGRAPHY with pointed pen and ink with 2 hours of instruction and live demonstration. You will be able to practice live with your instructor, Amanda Reid, and be able to ask questions for feedback. We will cover the basics and get you ready to add unique lettered details to all of life’s special occasions. Modern Calligraphy is the perfect special touch to your snail mail, wedding details, custom quotes, gifts and more!In this class you will learn about:-The tools you need to get started with modern calligraphy-How to hold your calligraphy pen-Basic strokes for modern calligraphy-Modern Calligraphy alphabet-Learn how to connect letters to make words-Practice quote for final projectClass includes: ALL SUPPLIES for you to take home, practice workbook, final project.
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3011 N. 3rd St, Temple, TX 76501

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