A springtime art show turns trash into treasure. After a hiatus, Maple Grove Arts Center’s (MGAC) The Green Show returns for its next installment...
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Verdant Echoes
“This vibrant composition captures the energy of an untamed forest, where bursts of yellow, emerald and cobalt play across the canvas like sunlight...
Make a Spring Wreath From Egg Cartons
Spring is right around the corner, and what better way to welcome the season than with a seasonal craft for the kids. Enjoy this beautiful and...
The Importance of an Arts Education
It’s well documented that a good and well-rounded education leads to personal growth, emotional well-being and the development of important life...
Bringing Art to Maple Grove
Being the best you can be is about striving to improve yourself and reach your full potential. It means setting high standards for yourself and...
Summer Art Camps at Maple Grove Arts Center Kick Off
Someone wise once said that travel broadens the mind. After traveling throughout Europe and parts of Australia, I would have to agree. The upside is...
Maple Grove Writers Studio Publishes First Anthology
The Writers Studio had its first book published late last year. Who doesn’t love a good group, especially when it’s creative, supportive and...
Christmas Birthdays Spawned New Tradition for Lorrie Link’s Family
Maple Grove Arts Center CEO/founder Lorrie Link was born on Christmas Day, and her sister was born on Christmas Eve. This time of year brims with...
Practice Breathwork at Maple Grove Arts Center to Focus Your Creativity
Artists breathe creativity into art with Breathwork. Breathing Art at the Maple Grove Arts Center is planned from 6–9:30 p.m. November 21 at the...
Maple Grove Arts Center’s Halloween Party is a Real Scream
The party has a $5 door fee, but it includes free horrors d’oeuvres, wine, tarot card readings, monster music and Monster Art. Start your Halloween...
Local Artist Talks About ‘Happy Surprises’ of Painting with Watercolors
CJ Longaecker learned to paint at the Maple Grove Arts Center, and she's gone on to a successful artistic career. Beauty that reveals itself through...
Maple Grove Arts Center’s Monster Art Show is Scary Good
The Monster Art Show opens September 9. October doesn’t hold every card on all things spooky. September winds create their own brand of scary...
Meet the Man Helping Artists Grow at the Maple Grove Arts Center
Dan McAvey teaches several classes and serves as the adult education director and member of the Board of Directors at the Maple Grove Arts Center....
Plastic Bags Become Art at Maple Grove Arts Center’s Green Show
Reuse + Recycle = Art Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but sometimes it’s in the hands of the creator. Visit the Maple Grove Arts Center...
Explore Art from Around the U.S. at Maple Grove Arts Center
Arts & Harmony runs February 22-March 28. If someone in your life fumbled while planning a Valentine’s Day outing, take note! The Maple Grove...
Maple Grove Arts Center is a Gem
Arts Center founder Lorrie Link is recognized by TOSCA. In just three years, the Maple Grove Arts Center has established itself as a model...
