The Hub Station April Events

Dinner Theater
INHERIT THE WIND
Apr 2-4 | Dinner 6:30 PM |Show 7:30 PM
Location: Arts Center—Auditorium
Experience a thought-provoking evening with the Town of Hudson’s Spring Dinner Theatre! Inherit the Wind is a powerful courtroom drama exploring tradition, progress, and the courage to stand up for your beliefs. Enjoy a Southern-style dinner catered by Dan’l Boone Inn before the show, plus beverages available from 3 Drinks Down. Perfect for friends, family, or groups! Tickets: $20-$37 | Purchase Here!

Ride, Play, & Imagine 
TINY TOWN
Apr 4 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM 
Location: Arts Center—Back Parking Lot
Bring your little ones and their favorite riding toys for a fun-filled morning at Tiny Town! Hosted by Caldwell County Smart Start, kids can cruise through a mini town designed just for them—perfect for imaginative play and outdoor adventure. Families are also invited to join a special pinwheel planting in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Free & open to the public—ideal for toddlers through early elementary ages!

Get Your Hands Dirty 
BEGINNING POTTERY
Begins Apr 7 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Activity Center — Pottery Studio
Explore the joy of clay in this 4-week beginner-friendly class for adults 18+ of all skill levels. Learn handbuilding and slab techniques, plus decorating and glazing methods while creating multiple pieces like pinch pots, mugs, and trays. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity! Spots are limited—reserve your seat and start your pottery journey!  

Kids & Teens Art Fun
MIXED MEDIA CLASSES
Kids (5-12): Apr 8 | Various Times
Teens (13-18): Apr 14 | 4:30-5:30 PM
Location: Arts Center – Second Floor
Hands-on art fun for all ages! Kids explore painting, collage, and drawing while building confidence and creativity. Teens experiment with materials and techniques to develop their own artistic voice. All skills levels welcome—led by Beverly Mihelich. Register Your Young Artist Today!

Celebrate Local Talent
CCC&TI STUDENT ART
Apr 9 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Arts Center – Gallery Hall 
Join us for the opening reception of the CCC&TI Student Art Showcase! Meet the talented student artists and enjoy an evening celebrating creativity, expression, and the vibrant work of emerging artists. The exhibit will be on displace Apr 2 – Apr 30, featuring paintings, drawings, prints, and mixed media from CCC&TI’s Fine Arts — Visual Arts students. Stop by, explore the gallery, and celebrate the incredible talent growing in our community! Free & open to the public. RSVP & Share with friends!

Concert on the Lawn
THIRD THURSDAY
Apr 16 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Arts Center—Front Lawn
Kick off our Third Thursday Concert Series with a fun, laid-back evening of live music, good eats, and community vibes. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for a relaxing night on the lawn! Gravel Road takes the stage with acoustic favorites from the 70s through today—something for everyone to enjoy. Craft beer and wine available to purchase from 3 Drinks Down Beverage Co. and Mi Molcajete food truck will be on-site with authentic Mexican food & desserts. This event is free & open to the public. Let us know you’re coming! 

Lenoir Crimestoppers
BINGO NIGHT
Apr 24 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 
Location: Arts Center – Auditorium 
Come out to The HUB Station for an exciting evening of bingo, prizes, and community support! For $40, get 60 cards across 10 games and compete for cash prizes starting at $100. Reserve a table of 8 and enjoy the night with friends and family. All proceeds support the Crimestoppers reward fund, helping keep our neighborhoods safe. Concessions available—Family-friendly & fun, don’t miss it!

Charcuterie Boards
POTTERY WORKSHOP
Apr 30 & May 14 | 6-8 PM
Location: Activity Center — Pottery Studio 
Create something beautiful and functional in this two-part pottery experience! Hand-build your own ceramic charcuterie board, then return to glaze and finish your piece with your choice of colors and style. No experience needed—just come ready to relax and create. Spots are limited—reserve your seat today!

Caldwell Arts Council 
SUMMER JAM CAMP
Beginning June 17 | Various Times
Location: Arts Center—Second Floor
This summer, come JAM with us! This 9-week camp teaches school-aged students to play guitar, fiddle, or mandolin the old-time way—learning by ear, singing, and playing together. Beginners and all experience levels are welcome, and students don’t need to be enrolled in public school to participate. Classes culminate in an end-of-camp performance on Aug 12. Instruments available to rent, and need-based scholarships are offered. Get ready for a summer of music, fun, and community! For more infor

Grades 1 – 12
SUMMER ART CAMP
Beginning June 9 | Various Times
Location: Arts Center – Second Floor
Summer Art Camp provides a fun, supportive space for students to explore painting, collage, drawing, and mixed media techniques. Through hands-on projects and creative exploration, young artists build skills, confidence, and artistic independence in an encouraging studio setting. Designed for growing creatives—register today!

Third Thursdays at The HUB

Join us at The HUB Station Arts Center for our Third Thursday Series, where warmer weather means we take the fun outside! From live music on the lawn to family-friendly outdoor movies, these evenings are all about community, connection, and enjoying the season together.

Kick things off on April 16 with live music from Gravel Road, followed by The Never B’s on May 21, bringing high-energy performances and crowd-favorite sounds. Throughout the summer, unwind with outdoor movie nights featuring Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (June 18) and Grease (July 16)—perfect for a relaxed evening under the stars.

Live music returns in late summer with Rustic on August 20 and Jon Boy & Lefty on September 17, closing out the series with unforgettable performances.

Each event features local food trucks plus 3 Drinks Down Beverage Co. will be open for all your craft beer and wine needs. So grab your lawn chairs, bring your friends, and settle in for a night of fun.

📅 April – September | Third Thursdays
🎶 Concerts: 6:30 PM | 🎬 Movies: 8:30 PM
✨ FREE & Open to the public 

Come experience the best of summer at The HUB—music, movies, and moments you won’t want to miss!