Private & Semi-Private Music Lessons for Kids
2024-05-06 15:45 - 18:00, 2024-05-13 15:45 - 18:00, 2024-05-20 15:45 - 18:00, 2024-06-03 15:45 - 18:00, 2024-06-10 15:45 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Fivesparks Movement Room, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Private/Semi-Private lessons are offered to kids 12 yrs and under on recorder, guitar and/or keyboard. Lessons will be scheduled on Mondays or Tuesdays (after other scheduled music courses taught by Steve, generally after 5pm).
These lessons will help young beginners build a strong foundation for more advanced studies on any of these instruments.
Careful listening and musicianship skills are emphasized. Fourth and fifth-grade recorder students will gain a solid foundation that will allow for rapid progress upon selecting band instruments in sixth grade.
Lessons are reasonably-priced and conveniently located in the center of Harvard. The ability to group kids into semi-private lessons offers the opportunity for middle-low income families to participate in quality music education.
Steve Peisch has taught music at several schools, including the New England Conservatory, Deerfield Academy, Lawrence Academy, The Indian Hill Music School (now called the Groton Hill Music Center) the Bromfield School, and Hildreth Elementary School.
Most recently, he has focused on providing excellent and enjoyable music classes for the youngest elementary school age children, having learned from first-hand experience that providing a strong foundation at this level will strengthen the music programs that follow in both middle and high schools.
Peisch is committed to developing curiosity and creativity in young people, to sequencing instruction carefully and in conversation with other music teachers, to broadcasting high expectations in music and other arts classes, and to encouraging music students to make connections with other subject areas.
Peisch’s music is available on his website, http://hundredsrecords.com/index.html, and his recommendations for arts educators can be found on his company’s website, http://www.newdirectionsinartseducation.com/
Contact Peisch at stevepeisch2@gmail.com with questions, pricing information and to register.

Village Nursery School - Children's Art Show
2024-05-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Fivesparks
Village Nursery School (VNS), located in Harvard, MA, is a small, private, non-profit preschool educating children ages 2-5. We focus on a child-centered approach and plan our curriculum around literature and children’s books. Teachers thoughtfully plan their art projects from the inspiration they get from the wonderful books their classrooms focus on.
VNS has a long standing tradition of displaying the artwork that the students create throughout the year. This art show has evolved over the years, first beginning with a famous artist unit in a pre-k classroom. It soon became a school-wide event with all the classrooms displaying artwork for families to see. Most recently, it was an outdoor art walk around the VNS property.
We are thrilled to be showcasing the children’s artwork at Fivesparks this year. We hope you enjoy viewing this amazing work created by our 2-5 year old students.
Open to the public Tuesday-Thursday, May 14-16 during Fivesparks Open Hours (10am-4pm).

Canceled: Painting with Wool - Hot Air Balloons
2024-06-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Painting with Wool – Hot Air Balloons
Join fiber artist Rachel Benson to learn the basics of the unique skill of ‘painting’ with wool. In this class you will learn needle felting techniques while creating an airy landscape featuring hot air balloons.
When: Tuesday, June 18th. 6:30-8pm
Who: Adults and teens. Kids 9-12 years can attend with a parent/caregiver.
How Much: $30per person. Add $6 if you’d like an embroidery hoop to display your finished piece.
Sign-up: Click here to sign up with Rachel.

Make Your Own Mosaic Garden Stepping Stone, 2-Day Workshop!
2024-06-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Garden mosaic stepping stones:
Make your own beautiful, light-catching stepping stone with glass and other materials. The process is simple and fun, and the results will cheer your outdoor space. You can place your stepping stone outside in a day or so, and leave it outside all year. It will be tough enough to walk on too. And once you know how, you can make more of your own stepping stones to go with it.
All materials and instructions will be supplied, and you can take home extra glass pieces if you want to make more of these later!
Wear something you won’t mind getting messy, such as an old t-shirt and jeans.
Instructor Susan Altman has been making mosaics for 25 years and loves sharing them with the world.
When: This is a 2-day workshop! Wednesday, June 26 (10am-2pm) and Thursday, June 27 (10am-12pm)
Where: Fivesparks Cove
Who: This class is for adults, and teens (ages 13+).
How much: $75

Into the Garden Felting Mini 'Camp'
2024-07-09 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-07-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
July 9th and 10th, 1000:am-3:00pm
In this two day mini camp we will create a variety of fun felted items that can all be combined together to create a magical garden inspired sculptural scene.
Join for one or both days, just mornings or just afternoons.
Ages: 10-16
Mornings 10:00-12:15pm: Mushroom Gardens
Afternoons 12:45-3:00pm: Bees, Butterflies & Snails
All levels welcome and all materials provided. For more info or to save your spot click here:
$90-$180 depending on desired attendance.

Forest to Farm Felting Mini 'Camp'
2024-07-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
July 23rd & 24th, 10:00am-3:00pm
In this two day mini camp we will create a variety of fun felted creatures inspired by the farm and the forest.
Join for one or both days, just mornings or just afternoons.
Mornings 10:00am-12:15pm: Forest animals Skunk and Fox
Afternoons 12:45-3:00pm: Farm animals Cow and Chicken
For more info or to save your spot click here:
$90-$180 depending on desired attendance.

The Art of Painting with Wool - Felting Mini 'Camp'
2024-08-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
August 19th and 20th, 10:00am-3:00pm
In this two day mini camp you will learn the art of painting with wool. You will learn both needle felting and wet felting along with how to transfer an image onto fabric. You can follow along to create the chosen images or you can branch off and create your own design. Join for one or both days, just mornings or just afternoons.
Mornings 10:00am-12:15pm
Project #1- Transfer mushroom image and needle felt
Project #2- Abstract wet felting (keep it as wall art or turn it into a change purse)
Afternoons 12:45-3:00pm
Two part painting with wool- wet felting the base and then needle felting on details (moon scene)
Pricing depends on attendance options.
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Intro to Visible Mending
2024-09-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Join us to discover the art of visible mending.
Learn techniques to repair and rejuvenate your beloved, worn-out clothing. You’ll be introduced to essential materials such as needles, threads, and a selection of fabrics suitable for mending. Feel free to bring your own project to work on. Perfect for patching holes, repairing moth damage in woolens, and reinforcing weak areas in clothing.
All materials will be provided, especially for those new to the craft.
Children with an interest in hand sewing are welcome when accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $30pp. Please contact Catherine Karp with any questions (cakk1024@gmail.com).

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School Half Day - Felt a Pumpkin House
2024-10-09 12:45 - 14:15 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Felt a Pumpkin House
Ages: 9-13
Harvard School 1/2 day
12:45-2:15pm
Join Fiber artist Rachel Benson after school to learn the art of needle felting. In this workshop you will be guided step by step to create your own magical pumpkin house. All materials provided.
For more info or to save your spot click here.

Evening Felting - Ghost
2024-10-09 18:15 - 20:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Felt a Ghost
Ages: This class is perfect for adults and teens. Younger kids (8-12 years) can join with an adult.
6:15-8pm
All materials provided.
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Autumnal Card-Making Workshop
2024-10-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Come make some autumnal-themed greeting cards for the Fall season!
Learn to source materials from vintage ephemera and beautiful papers to create up to 10 unique cards perfect for gifting.
Instruction will be given on different techniques for adhering and sealing paper to blank cards.. Whether you wish to explore your spooky side and make Halloween cards or decide to represent the Fall season through the harvest with tones of orange, gold and brown -the choice is yours!
All materials to be provided and are included in the cost.
Cost per person: $30 This class is appropriate for anyone 13 years old and above.
Instructor: Bridie Wolejko

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Felted Fox with Scarf
2024-10-14 16:00 - 17:30 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Felting on Holiday Monday!
Come to Fivesparks for a special felting session on Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day – Fox with Scarf!
Ages: This class is great for adults and teens. Younger kids (ages 8-12) can attend with an adult.
4:00-5:30pm
Cost: $27, all materials provided.
For more info or to save your spot email Rachel at rachelbenson@thefiberweb.com

Teens: Write What You See (and Touch, Taste, Smell...)
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Writing from the senses is the best way to draw your reader in and make them feel like they’re right there with you.
In this multi-sensory 2-hour workshop for teens, you’ll practice how to add mouth-watering description and engage your readers by using references to sight, smell, touch, and sound.
No previous experience with writing is needed, just bring your imagination and willingness to play!
This class is perfect for teens aged 13-17 yrs.
Cost per participant: $35
Materials needed: Pen, paper, and a sense of adventure
Experience levels: All
Genre: Any

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2 School Half Days - Felted Fox and Ornaments
2024-11-14 12:45 - 14:30, 2024-11-21 12:45 - 14:30 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
2 x School Half Day Felting
November 14th- Fox with a scarf
November 21st- Ornaments
Ages: This class is great for kids 9-13 years old
12:45-2:30pm
Cost: $27 for one class or $50 for both, all materials provided.
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Evening Felting - Fox and Ornaments
2024-11-14 18:15 - 20:00, 2024-11-21 18:15 - 20:00 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
2 x Evening Felting
November 14th- Fox with a scarf
November 21st- Ornaments
Ages: This class is great for adults and teens. Younger kids (ages 8-12) can attend with an adult.
6:15-8pm
Cost: $27 for one class or $50 for both, all materials provided.
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School Early Release: Kid's Paperwhite Potting Workshop
2024-12-11 12:45 - 13:45 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Join Still River’s Broken Pot Farm for a kid’s paperwhite planting workshop!
The session will start with decorating a small terracotta pot with paint markers and stickers. We’ll then plant our paperwhite bulbs, and finish it off with a cute plant tag. Take your bulb home and watch it grow and bloom!
Total cost per participant is $25 – all materials included.
Kids of all ages are welcome to come for some planting fun. (Children 10 years and under please attend with a caregiver.)
Contact us with any questions at brokenpotfarm@gmail.com.

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Felted Reindeer
2024-12-19 18:00 - 19:45 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Just in time for the Winter Holidays, join fiber artist Rachel Benson to create a festive reindeer! What a great piece to add to your Holiday decorating. Step-by-step guidance and all materials included.
This class is great for adults as well as independent kids 10+yrs.
Thursday 12/19
6:00-7:45pm

Crafting on School Half Days
2025-02-05 13:15 - 14:45 | Fivesparks Cove, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Hey kids! Join Rachel Benson for some fun felting and crafting fun on two school half days!
You can come for one or both classes on February 5th and March 5th – 1:15-2:45pm.
February 5th – Hedgehog and Bowls
March 5th – Design Your Own Pocket Creatures & Accessories
$29 for one class/$54 for both classes
These sessions are perfect for 5th to 7th-graders.
Register here.

Kid's Make a Valentine Drop-In!
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Fivesparks Gallery, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
It’s the season for Love!
Bring the kiddos over to Fivesprks from 10am-12noon on Saturday, February 8th to get into the Valentine’s Day spirit! We’ll have basic craft supplies available for the kids to create some of their own Valentine cards for family and friends.
Caretakers, please plan to stay and supervise your tots. Thank you!
This is a FREE event.
