Making lives brighter through the Arts

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4th – 6th grades | Thursdays, 3:30 – 5pm | August 20 – December 17, 2026

Unleash your child’s inner artist! Our visual arts classes offer a vibrant, hands-on space for kids to explore their creativity through painting, drawing, and mixed media. Guided by engaging instructors, students build confidence, refine fine motor skills, and turn their big ideas into colorful masterpieces. Perfect for young creatives looking to build friendships and make a beautiful mess after school, culminating in an end-of-semester exhibition on Thursday, December 17.

$200 Members (family-level memberships or above) | $225 Non-Members

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6th – 8th grades | Thursdays, 3:30 – 5 pm | August 20 – December 17, 2026

Unlock your child’s inner performer! Our performing arts classes offer a comprehensive introduction to the stage for new performers, including drama, movement, and vocal expression. Engaging team exercises, script work, and improvisation games, help even experienced young actors develop strong communication, public speaking, and collaboration skills. Our non-competitive environment encourages children to take creative risks and build lasting self-esteem, all building up to a student performance on Thursday, December 17.

$200 Members (family-level memberships or above) | $225 Non-Members

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Performing Arts I | 3rd – 5th grades

 Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5 pm | August 18 – December 15, 2026

Unlock your child’s inner performer! Our performing arts classes offer a comprehensive introduction to the stage for new performers, including drama, movement, and vocal expression. Engaging team exercises, script work, and improvisation games, help even experienced young actors develop strong communication, public speaking, and collaboration skills. Our non-competitive environment encourages children to take creative risks and build lasting self-esteem, all building up to a student performance on Thursday, December 17.

$200 Members (family-level memberships or above) | $225 Non-Members

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K – 3rd grades |Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5 pm | August 18 – December 15, 2026

Unleash your child’s inner artist! Our visual arts classes offer a vibrant, hands-on space for kids to explore their creativity through painting, drawing, and mixed media. Guided by engaging instructors, students build confidence, refine fine motor skills, and turn their big ideas into colorful masterpieces. Perfect for young creatives looking to build friendships and make a beautiful mess after school, culminating in an end-of-semester exhibition on Thursday, December 17.
$200 Members (family-level memberships or above) | $225 Non-Members

Join Ink Portal, the first Tuesday of every month for a welcoming space for teens and adults to write, workshop, and explore literature together. Led by a local writer or educator, each monthly session includes guided writing time, group discussion, and community reading.

Held in the Center’s Parker Poe Library Gallery, Ink Portal encourages creativity, connection, and opportunities for feedback and publication.

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Join local artist Hillery Allen Barrow for a fun-filled evening of painting and sipping, guided step-by-step in creating a stunning oil masterpiece.

No experience necessary! Grab your favorite drink, relax, and let your creativity flow. We provide all the supplies, including canvas, paints, and brushes. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a beautiful piece of art to cherish. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and discover your hidden artistic talent. Come alone or bring friends for a memorable night out.

What’s included: all art supplies, Step-by-step instruction, a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

BYOB: Feel free to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy while you paint.

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This class is perfect for both beginners and those looking to refresh their watercolor skills. We’ll explore a variety of subjects, from vibrant florals to serene landscapes, allowing you to experiment and find your unique style.

What you’ll learn: Essential watercolor techniques: brush strokes, color mixing, layering, and washes; Building confidence in handling watercolor paints; Creating depth and dimension in your paintings; Exploring different subject matter to inspire your creativity.

No previous experience is necessary! All materials will be provided. Join us for a fun and relaxing atmosphere where you can let your imagination flow.

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Join artist-instructor Laura Patrick for an afternoon of painting and community.

Participants will turn a blank canvas into a work of art creating their own 8″ x 10″ or larger painting. No prior painting experience is needed! We will experiment with brushes and color learning to mix acrylics and achieve different line weights and shapes.

All materials included.

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Join us for a fun-filled evening of painting a custom masterpiece of your very own pet!

This is a wonderful opportunity to get expert instruction as you create a piece personal to your life and loved ones. Once you’ve registered, you’ll submit a clear photo (or multiple photos, if you like) of your pet by email and artist-instructor Hillery Allen Barrow will prepare your canvas for when you arrive. Your canvas will have your pet’s sketch penciled on so you can get right to painting! Hillery will walk you through the steps and techniques to bring your furry, feathered, finned, or scaled friend to life in paint.

No experience necessary: Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a beautiful piece of art to cherish. Come unwind, socialize, and discover your hidden artistic talent.

What’s included: all art supplies (canvas, paints, and brushes), step-by-step instruction, and a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

BYOB: Feel free to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy while you paint.

IMPORTANT: Email your pet’s photograph(s) to hillery.artist@icloud.com at least 24 hours before class begins to ensure your canvas is prepared.

Only one pet per portrait. Please send clear photos of only the pet you will be painting.

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Welcome to the wonderful world of needle felting!

In this beginner-friendly workshop, you will learn about the tools and techniques of needle felting while making your own needle felted mushroom sculpture to take home.

Saturday, November 14, 2026

$50 members, $60 non-members

Plus a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of the class for the specialized tools which you get to keep.

A Thomasville native, Jaime Moody has returned after 25 years away to teach at Scholar’s Academy. She has been an artist all her life and considers herself an eclectic artist, always exploring new materials, techniques, and creative possibilities. In a portfolio that spans mixed media, drawing, charcoal and pastels, photography, crafting, and fiber arts, one of her greatest passions is needle felting, an art form she have been practicing for about five years. She loves the creativity and versatility of fiber arts and enjoys bringing imaginative ideas to life through felt. She believes creativity is a wonderful way to explore, connect, and express ourselves.

Friday, November 20 | 7pm

 Where gala meets gallery opening, our Preview Party is an illuminating evening celebrating the mastery of sporting and wildlife artists and artisans from across the country. Mingle with friends, indulge in decadent fare and peruse the works of renowned artists and artisans to add to or start your own fine art collection. An Underwriter-only experience.

Saturday, November 21 |10am-4pm

Sunday, November 22 | 12-4pm

Explore the mastery of sporting and wildlife artists and artisans from across the country paired with live music, workshops, family-friendly activities, wildlife encounters, and local flavors under the oaks at our historic art center. Free entry.

Saturday, November 21 | 7pm

The ‘come together’ party of the year for artists, sponsors, and friends with boot stomping music, bonfires, and live auction featuring ‘quick-draw’ works from festival artists. Place your bid at the art auction while enjoying live music, open bars, and a southern feast. Ticketed event. 21+

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Join David Junker for an evening of pencil sketches and pen and ink drawings.

Make yourself comfortable in our studio as you explore the power of line and shadow with the guidance and encouragement of this talented local artist.

Perfect for beginners! All materials provided.

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Join Chimere Brooks of Sage and Cinnamon Wellness for a class of crafting candles and more with intention and essential oils.

This quarterly class is a wonderful opportunity to slow down you busy day, talk, laugh, and connect with others.

No experience necessary.

All materials included.

Join us for a magical journey through the pages of our favorite books! Perfect for children 2 to 6, this interactive storytime is a great opportunity to spark your child’s imagination, build early literacy skills, and make new friends. After the story, continue the fun by staying and playing in Imagine Studio, our creative space for young children and their adults to explore imaginative play and artmaking.