The Arts Center

09/10/2026

👩‍🍳 WHAT’S IN THE MYSTERY BASKET?

There’s only one way to find out!

Join us for Chef Showdown at The Arts Center and put your kitchen creativity to the test. You’ll receive a surprise selection of ingredients and a limited amount of time to create a standout dish worthy of impressing the judges.

It’s all about creativity, flavor and ex*****on!

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 2:00–4:00pm
👩‍🍳 Adults
📍 The Arts Center

And there’s more than bragging rights on the line—the winner takes home a trophy AND a free spot in the next Chef Showdown!

Think you have what it takes? Sign up and show us what you can create online at https://www.hisawyer.com/jamestown-fine-art/schedules/activity-set/2023504?source=camps

09/09/2026

🥨 BRING A TASTE OF OKTOBERFEST TO THE KITCHEN!

Join us at The Arts Center for Oktoberfest Kitchen: Flammkuchen & Homemade Mustard!

In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll make traditional Flammkuchen—a thin and crispy German-style flatbread topped with crème fraîche, caramelized onions, smoky bacon and fresh herbs.

While your flatbread bakes, you’ll also make your own whole-grain German-style mustard to jar and take home!

📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 4:00–6:00pm
👩‍🍳 Ages 12–Adult
📍 The Arts Center

Come hungry, get hands-on and celebrate Oktoberfest with some delicious German-inspired flavors! 🇩🇪

Sign up online at https://www.hisawyer.com/jamestown-fine-art/schedules/activity-set/1959903?source=camps

09/09/2026

🎬 YOU BE THE JUDGE!

The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is coming to The Arts Center! Join film lovers in more than 500 venues across six continents to watch this year’s finalist films—and then cast YOUR vote for Best Film and Best Actor.

This isn’t just a film festival. Your ballot becomes part of the worldwide vote that determines the winners!

🎥 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
📅 Thursday, October 1 | 7:00pm
📅 Friday, October 2 | 3:00pm
🎟️ $10
📍 The Arts Center

MANHATTAN SHORT has a history of showcasing incredible filmmaking talent, with past finalists going on to earn Oscar nominations. Come experience some of the best short films from around the world right here in Jamestown!

Grab a seat, watch the finalists and discover your inner film critic. 🍿🎬
Purchase tickets online today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manhattan-shorts-film-festival-2026-tickets-1674725502059?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/09/2026

🥐✨ A little cinnamon. A little science fiction. A whole lot of fun!

Join us for Second Saturday as we create Cinnamon "Spice" Rolls inspired by Dune. This hands-on class is perfect for students in grades 1–5 who love to create and explore.

📅 September 12
🚀 Reserve your spot today!
https://jamestownarts.com/second-saturday/

09/08/2026

🎨🍺 Good food. Great company. A great cause.

When you attend Oktoberfest, you're doing more than enjoying a fun evening—you’re supporting arts education, exhibitions, and programming right here in our community.

Celebrate with us on September 19 at Hansen Arts Park and help raise a stein for the arts!

🍻 Prost!
https://jamestownarts.com/

09/08/2026

📍 A North Dakota story. A mystery that remains unsolved.

The Arts Center is proud to host a screening of Dakota Spotlight: Call Me Shelly, a documentary examining the disappearance of Michele "Shelly" Julson and the lasting impact her case has had on family, friends, and the community.

From the filmmakers behind the Regional Emmy Award-winning The House on Sweet and Seventh.

📅 September 15
🕖 7:00 p.m.

Reserve your seat today at https://jamestownarts.com/

09/07/2026

JFAA is excited to announce a brand new program, Open Sketch Night! Looking to practice some observational drawing but don’t want to go through the trouble of setting up your own still life? Maybe you’re a practiced sketch artist hoping to meet more skilled artisans? Or maybe you just like to draw and need something to get you out of the house on a Tuesday night? Join us tomorrow night for an Open Drawing Session!

Session is free but spots are limited. be sure to sign up in advance! More details can be found below:

Free (donations appreciated) *Spots Limited - Sign up online to reserve a seat* JFAA is excited to announce a brand new program, Open Sketch Night! Looking to practice some observational drawing but don’t want to go through the trouble of setting up your own still life? Maybe you....

09/07/2026

Every masterpiece starts with one step.

Step One introduces children ages 3–6 to art in a fun, welcoming environment where creativity and learning go hand in hand.

📚 Storytime
✂️ Hands-on art
🔷 Shape recognition
🙌 Fine motor skill development

Join us on September 12 as we read Alfred the Ape Knows His Shapes and create a colorful paper sculpture inspired by the story!

https://jamestownarts.com/step-one/

09/05/2026

Labor Day Closure

The Arts Center will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We’ll reopen on Tuesday, September 8, from 9 AM–5 PM. We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

09/05/2026

🌏 Travel the world through art!

Join us for a hands-on Kinusaiga workshop and experience a unique Japanese textile art form. Learn how layers of colorful fabric can be transformed into vibrant, quilt-like artwork using simple tools and techniques.

🎨 Beginner friendly
🧵 No sewing required
👤 Ages 14+
📅 September 9

https://www.hisawyer.com/jamestown-fine-art/schedules/activity-set/1980188?source=camps