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Open Mic Night & More at the Creative Arts Center
By Sandy Barber, Director, Creative Arts Center
Oct 26, 2026
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Bonham, Texas –  Open Mic Night is back at the Creative Arts Center on Thursday, October 29 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.  Community members are encouraged to perform by singing, playing an instrument, reciting poetry or telling some jokes.  Performers are encouraged to sign up for their spot ahead of time on the center’s website.  Community members are also encouraged to come watch and cheer on the performers.  Free admission. Donations encouraged.
The last Farmers Market of the season is set for Saturday, October 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Local vendors will be selling fresh produce, honey, breads, baked goods, hand crafted items and more.
The November art show theme is Scapes and artwork is due Nov 5. Scapes can include cityscapes, landscapes, mindscapes and dreamscapes.  The opening reception is set for Friday, Nov. 6, come and go from 5-7 pm at the center and is graciously sponsored by Robert Scott, Edward Jones Financial Advisor.  Joy Richardson will be having a solo show called in the East Gallery this month too.  All are invited to come see the artwork, visit with artists and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception.  Artwork will be up and available for viewing and/or purchase throughout the month of November whenever the center is open.
The center continues to offer many art classes for kids and adults, as well as yoga classes, book club meetings, poetry meet ups, mahjong and more.  New this month is Ballroom Basics taught by Lorie Clark.
For more information and to get signed up for classes, go to www.CreativeArtsCenterBonham.org or call (903) 640-2196.  The Center is located at 200 W 5th in Bonham.  Hours are Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to noon.