​Arts & Entertainment

These events take place most months . Check the monthly calendar for specific dates and times, as they are subject to change!
All arts & entertainment events are free to attend, unless otherwise stated.
Gallery Exhibit: Dennis Southwick

Dennis Southwick started making art as a youth grouwing up in Beatrice, Nebraska, and has continued creating art for over 60 years. He earned a B.S. degree in art from the Kearney State College in Nebraska in 1965, and a Masters degree from Fort Hays State University in 1967. Dennis spent the years after college splitting time between making art and teaching art. In the late sixties and early seventies he lived and exhibited in the Sacramento, California area. It was also at this time that he married Nadine and began the adventure of being a husband and father. In the seventies he returned to Kansas where he still resides.

Artist Statement
"Painting is a way for me to explore and reflect the world I inhabit, as well as a way to discover more about myself. It is also a place to do new things, a place to grow, and a place to share. I observe the world with awe and reverence. I am constantly amazed by the beauty surrounding us, not just in the grand vistas, but also in the details of small things closely observed. My paintings usually start with something I have seen, experienced, or felt; and evolve through the process of painting into a new, sometimes unexpected, image. Each painting takes on a life of its own as it progresses from an idea or feeling into a finished work. I have been painting for over 60 years and much of the process has become somewhat intuitive for me, yet every painting presents new challenges, frustrations, and rewards. My hope is that the paintings spark a response or connection with the viewer, for a painting is only complete when someone interacts with it."

Movie Matinee
(Most) Mondays, 1:00 p.m.
New movie each week! Check the newsletter for the movie lineup.
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TED Talks (Currently on Break)
Fridays, after each Strength Training class
~10:00/10:45/11:30 a.m.
Each week a new TED Talk video is featured!

​Artist Profile
Every other month (alternates with ARTful Making)
Kim Richards from the K-State Beach Museum of Art teaches us about artists! Recently, she has discussed Arthur Rackham, Max Liebermann, and Jeremiah Ariaz.

ARTful Making
Every other month (alternates with Artist Profile)
Kim Richards from the K-State Beach Museum of Art leads a class to create beautiful art. Each month has a theme - check out the current newsletter to see what we're making!

Art Studio
(Most) Mondays, 1:00 p.m.
Come and get artsy with us! Please sign up two business days before a session. 

Center Singers
Second Tuesday of the month, 12:30 p.m.
The RCSSC singing group meets each Thursday to practice their current music. Let us know if you'd like to join in!