Cultural Activities Center

06/15/2026

Eli Young Band | NOV 21st - CAC in Temple, TX | TIX go on sale JUNE 29th.

06/11/2026

Looking for something fun, creative, and inspiring this summer? We've got you covered at the CAC.

■ Summer Camps & Cooking Classes
From art camps and hands-on creativity to pasta making and cinnamon rolls with Chef Kim, there are plenty of opportunities for kids, teens, and adults to learn, create, and explore.

■ Temple Women's Wellness Expo – The Art of WellBEing
Join us June 20 for a free community event focused on wellness, self-care, and healthy living.

■ Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS
The jungle is jumpin' with a jazzy beat! Don't miss this family-friendly production featuring Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie, and all your favorite characters on June 27.

■ Discover the Art of Printmaking
Learn relief printing, screen printing, collograph, and monoprinting in a hands-on workshop series with artist Emmi Hasselbach.

Whether you're looking for a summer camp, a family outing, a creative class, or a day focused on wellness, you'll find it at the Cultural Activities Center.

📍 Temple, Texas
📅 Events happening throughout June and July

See the full schedule and register today at cacarts.org.
July 7 | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM

■ Intro to Monoprinting
July 9 | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM

📍 Cultural Activities Center
3011 N. 3rd Street • Temple, TX

Register today: cacarts.org

06/08/2026

🌟The sun will come out at the CAC … Get ready to fall in love with everyone’s favorite little redhead as our talented young performers bring Annie KIDS to life on stage.

Presented by: Academie
Musique of Central Texas

Filled with unforgettable songs, big laughs, heartwarming moments, and a lovable dog named Sandy, this classic musical is perfect for the whole family. Join Annie as she discovers that hope, courage, and a little bit of determination can change everything.

🎭 Performance Dates:
📅 Thursday, June 11 | 7:00 PM
📅 Friday, June 12 | 2:00 PM
📅 Friday, June 12 | 7:00 PM

🎟 Adults: $15
🎟 Students: $10

Don’t miss this charming adventure packed with music, fun, and plenty of “Tomorrow” spirit. Bring the kids, grandparents, neighbors, and friends for a show that will leave everyone smiling!

Tickets are available now at the CAC.

06/05/2026

Splash Into Summer TONIGHT with The Peterson Brothers Band🎶Kick off summer with an evening of high-energy blues, soul, funk, and family-friendly fun from one of Texas' most exciting live bands.

Dinner & Concert | 6:00 PM | $35
Concert Only | 6:30 PM | $10

TICKETS: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=319426

Visit our website for more info on our concerts and events: https://cacarts.org/

06/05/2026

☀️🎨Summer has barely started, and the words “I’m bored” are already making an appearance.

Give your kids something to look forward to with hands-on art camps at the CAC. These creative experiences are designed to inspire imagination, encourage exploration, and help young artists learn new skills while having fun.

🟪CAC ART CAMP WITH MRS. GABYEE DE LA CRUZ
June 15–19
9 AM – 12 PM
$150

Painting, creating, exploring, and plenty of hands-on fun. Campers should bring a water bottle, snacks, and clothes they don't mind getting a little creatively messy.

🟪ART ON THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: SCIENCE & CREATIVITY
Instructor: Sarah Harrell
June 15–19
10 AM – 4 PM
Ages 7–12
$200

Campers will explore the connection between art and science through creative projects, experiments, and imaginative activities that make learning exciting.

Register today at cacarts.org and give your child a summer filled with creativity, discovery, and fun. Here is the full link to our camps and classes: app.arts-people.com/index.php?class=cac01

06/03/2026

✨ TODAY at 12 PM! ✨

CAC Lunch & Learn: The Healing Art of Resonance & Breath

Take a break from your busy week to breathe, reset, and recharge with guided breathwork, meditation, and sound healing. Calm your mind, spark your creativity, and find your peace.

When you slow down, healing begins. Deep breaths melt stress, and stillness ignites inspiration.

This is your mini midweek retreat - just $10. Don’t miss your chance to pause, breathe, and reset.

Led by Shea Stinson of Sol Life Studio.
■ Date: TODAY, June 3rd
■ Time: 12 PM
■ Cost: $10

Instructor: Shae Stinson, Sol Life Studio

Date: June 3, 2026

Time: 12 PM

Cost: $10

Location: Wendland Hall

cacarts.org. Events

In May and June, the Cultural Activities Center’s theme is Art is Everywhere: Healing. Join us for a “Wooosssahhh Wednesday” Lunch and Learn: The Healing Art of Resonance & Breath.

When we slow down and allow ourselves to be in the present moment. Only connected to our body and breath, the nervous system can reset. Cortisol drops, Shallow breathing gives way to Deep cleansing breaths. From this place of peace, creativity,and inspiration have room to expand. This guided session will be a mini retreat. Light breathwork and mediation accompanied by frequency music. with a light lunch

06/02/2026

SUMMER CAMPS AT THE CAC ☀️

The best weeks of their summer start here.

If you’re looking for something more than just keeping the kids busy, this is it. At the CAC, children create, explore, perform, dance, cook, and leave with new skills, new friends, and something they’re proud of.

Art is everywhere. Art is fun.

■ JUNE 1–5
Drawing & Painting Camp
9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Ages 7–12 | $100

■ JUNE 1–5
Art Detective Academy
10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Ages 10–16 | $200

■ JUNE 12
Pasta Making with Chef Kim from Over the Plate
12:00 PM | $50

■ JUNE 15–20
Art on the Magic School Bus
10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Ages 7–12 | $200

■ JUNE 19
Cinnamon Rolls with Chef Kim from Over the Plate
11:00 AM | $50

■ JULY 6–10
3D Art Camp & Shel Silverstein
9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Ages 7–15 | $175

■ JULY 13–17
Camp AAMP’D
8:30 AM–4:30 PM | Ages 7–18 | $100

■ JULY 20–24
Step and Stitch
1:00 PM–5:00 PM | Ages 12–16 | $150

■ JULY 24
Grilled Cheese Challenge
11:00 AM | $50

📍 Cultural Activities Center
3011 N. 3rd Street • Temple, TX

Register today: cacarts.org/camps

Scholarships are available and awarded based on financial need on a first-come, first-served basis. One scholarship may be awarded per child each summer.

Spots are limited, and camps fill quickly.

06/01/2026

THIS WEEK AT THE CAC ■

Summer is officially underway, and the CAC is buzzing with creativity, learning, and live music.

Whether you're looking to recharge, create something beautiful, or enjoy a FUN evening with family and friends, there's something for everyone this week.

■ CAC Summer Camps Have Begun
Sign up today and give your child a summer filled with creativity, discovery, and hands-on learning. Space is limited in select camps.

■ CAC Lunch & Learn: The Art of Healing with Resonance and Breath
June 3 | 12 PM | $10
Discover how sound, breath, and mindfulness can support healing, wellness, and balance.

■ Water Lily Master Study with Spencer Welch
June 4 | $55
Step into the world of Monet and explore the beauty, color, and technique behind his iconic Water Lilies in this inspiring painting workshop.

■ Splash Into Summer with The Peterson Brothers
June 6
Dinner & Concert | 6:00 PM | $35
Concert Only | 6:30 PM | $10

Kick off summer with an evening of high-energy blues, soul, funk, and family-friendly fun from one of Texas' most exciting live bands.

Join us this week and experience why art is everywhere at the CAC. For more info, visit our website.

05/29/2026

DISCOVER THE ART OF PRINTMAKING ■ This summer, explore texture, ink, layering, and creative experimentation in a special four-part printmaking series with artist Emmi Hasselbach at the CAC.

Designed for beginners and creatives alike, each workshop offers hands-on instruction and an opportunity to learn foundational printmaking techniques in a welcoming studio environment.

Register for all 4 classes for $120 or take individual workshops for $40 each.

■ Intro to Relief Printing
June 30 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Learn the fundamentals of carving, inking, and hand-pulled printing using relief blocks.

■ Intro to Screen Printing
July 2 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Create bold graphic prints using stencil-based screen printing techniques.

■ Intro to Collograph
July 7 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Experiment with layered textures and found materials to create unique printing plates.

■ Intro to Monoprinting
July 9 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Explore expressive, one-of-a-kind prints through layering, mark-making, and experimental techniques.

Whether you’re a beginner, artist, or simply looking to try something new, this series is a beautiful introduction to the creative process of printmaking.

Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly.

Register for the full series: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?class_id=cac01~156910

05/28/2026

LITTLE CHEFS. BIG CREATIVITY. This summer, young chefs can learn hands-on cooking skills with Chef Kim from Over the Plate during our Kids Cooking Classes at the Cultural Activities Center.

From fresh pasta to cinnamon rolls and the ultimate grilled cheese challenge, these make-and-take classes are designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and fun in the kitchen.

■ Pasta Making
June 12 | 12 PM | $50
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch in this interactive make-and-take class.

■ Cinnamon Rolls
June 19 | 11 AM | $50
A sweet hands-on baking experience where kids learn techniques for creating homemade cinnamon rolls.

■ Grilled Cheese Challenge
July 24 | 11 AM | $50
Build, create, and compete to make the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich.

Perfect for young food lovers, aspiring chefs, and creative kids looking for a fun summer experience at the CAC.

Spots are limited - sign up today!