Snapology Summer Program: Mining & Building Basics + Animation Studio
2026-07-29 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-30 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-31 09:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Fivesparks Cove
Snapology Summer Program: Mining & Building Basics + Animation Studio
Full Day and Half Day Options Available
Program Details
Location: Fivesparks, Harvard, MA
Dates: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31, 2026
Full Day: 9:00am–3:30pm (Ages 6–12)
Half Day Morning: 9:00am–12:00pm (Ages 5–12)
Half Day Afternoon: 12:30pm–3:30pm (Ages 6–12)
What to Bring: Nut-free snack, nut-free lunch (full day only), and water bottle
Students will enjoy supervised active indoor or outdoor movement breaks throughout the day to stay focused, energized, and creative.
MORNING SESSION
Mining & Building Basics
Ages 5–12
Hey gamers—are you ready to travel all the way to The End with Snapology? In this Minecraft®-inspired program, students bring the game off the screen and into the real world using LEGO® bricks. Students will design their own imaginative worlds filled with mobs, animals, buildings, and even their own LEGO® Minecraft® character as they go on creative building adventures.
What Students Will Learn
Building Stable Structures
Presentation Skills
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Communication & Collaboration
Students will take on design and navigation challenges that encourage teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Sharing their builds helps students grow more comfortable presenting their ideas in front of peers in a fun, low-pressure environment.
AFTERNOON SESSION
Animation Studio
Ages 6–12
Who doesn’t love an action-packed animated movie that brings favorite toys to life? In Snapology’s Animation Studio, students become filmmakers! Working in teams, students will learn the fundamentals of stop-motion animation and create their own animated movie starring LEGO® mini-figures. Full-day students may even use their morning Minecraft-inspired builds as movie sets or characters.
Students will experience the full movie-making process—from story planning and set design to filming and editing. Best of all, completed films are uploaded to Snapology’s YouTube channel so families can enjoy them for years to come.
What Students Will Learn
Technology & Editing Skills
Fundamentals of Storytelling
Teamwork & Partner Skills
Through structured, supportive lessons, students will practice using animation software, develop storytelling skills, and collaborate closely with partners to bring their creative visions to life.
Children can register for:
Morning sessions only: Mining & Building Basics, ages 5-12, 9am-12:00pm, $250/participant. Click HERE to register for the morning program.
Afternoon sessions only: Animation Studio, ages 6-12, 12:30-3:30pm, $250/participant. Click HERE to register for the afternoon program.
All-day fun: Mining & Building Basics + Animation Studio ages 6-12, 9am-3:30pm, $450/participant. Click HERE to register for the all-day program.

Snapology Summer Program: Snapology Ninjas & AttackBots Robotics
2026-08-03 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 15:30 | Fivesparks Cove
Snapology Summer Program: Snapology Ninjas & AttackBots Robotics
Full Day and Half Day Options Available
Program Details
Location: Fivesparks, Harvard, MA
Dates: Monday, August 3 – Friday, August 7, 2026
Full Day: 9:00am–3:30pm (Ages 6–12)
Half Day Morning: 9:00am–12:00pm (Ages 5–12)
Half Day Afternoon: 12:30pm–3:30pm (Ages 6–12)
What to Bring: Nut-free snack, Nut-free lunch (full day only), and water bottle
Kids will enjoy Supervised active indoor or outdoor movement breaks throughout the day to stay energized, focused, and engaged.
MORNING SESSION
Snapology Ninjas
Ages 5–12
Step into the world of ninjas! In Snapology’s Ninjas program, students will explore the history, culture, skills, and tactics of ninja warriors through hands-on building activities, games, and creative projects. From translating their name into Japanese to learning about strength, concentration, and agility through fun physical challenges, students will be fully immersed in this exciting theme.
What Students Will Learn
Creativity & Critical Thinking
History & Culture
Presentation Skills
Building Stable Structures
Communication & Collaboration
Through guided building challenges and brainstorming sessions, students will take creative risks while learning about Japanese architecture, art, folklore, and the cultural significance of ninjas—all in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
AFTERNOON SESSION
AttackBots Robotics
Ages 6–12
In this action-packed robotics program, students will build military-inspired robots that respond to their programmed commands. Working with a partner, students will explore sensors, motors, gears, and programming while learning how design choices affect speed, power, and performance. With exciting games and challenges, students will build confidence in both coding and engineering—and have a blast doing it!
What Students Will Learn
Programming Skills
Mechanical Elements
Following Instructions
Communication & Collaboration
Using a Scratch-based coding platform, students will read, debug, and modify programs to control their robotic creations. The structured, supportive lessons make learning complex skills feel fun and achievable.
Children can register for:
Morning sessions only: Snapology Ninjas, ages 5-12, 9am-12:00pm, $250/participant. Click HERE to register for the morning program.
Afternoon sessions only: AttackBots Robotics, ages 6-12, 12:30-3:30pm, $250/participant. Click HERE to register for the afternoon program.
All-day fun: Snapology Ninjas + AttackBots Robotics, ages 6-12, 9am-3:30pm, $450/participant. Click HERE to register for the all-day program.

Marks of Distinction - Central Mass Pastel Society National Juried Art Show
2026-08-25 - 2026-09-25 | Fivesparks
Welcome to the 2026 Marks of Distinction National Juried Show! CMPS is delighted to bring you our annual exhibition of artworks in soft pastel from artists working throughout the United States and Canada.
On view August 25 – September 25, 2026.
Reception & Awards Ceremony, open to all, Sunday, September 13, 2026.
2:00-4:00pm.

Marks of Distinction - Central Mass Pastel Society Juried Art Show Reception & Awards Ceremony
2026-09-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Fivesparks
Reception & Awards Ceremony
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Light refreshments served, open to all. 2:00-4:00pm.

Marks of Distinction - Central Mass Pastel Society National Juried Art Show - Last day to view
2026-09-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Fivesparks
Last day to view the National Juried Art Show, Marks of Distinction presented by the Central Mass Pastel Society.

Agnes Abbot: Rediscovering a Local Treasure
2026-10-03 - 2026-11-28 | Fivesparks
Agnes Abbot: Rediscovering a Local Treasure
We are honored to share the work of a beloved local artist whose creative spirit continues to live on through her art. Each piece reflects her unique vision, passion, and connection to the community, offering a glimpse into the world as she saw it. By making her artwork available, we hope to celebrate her legacy and allow others to experience the beauty and meaning she brought to her craft.
Whether you are discovering her work for the first time or have long admired her talent, these pieces serve as a lasting tribute to a life devoted to artistic expression.”

Off Brand Improv Comedy Troupe
2026-11-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-11-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Fivesparks Gallery, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
We are a local improv troupe and have been performing at different locations since 2018.
Our Improv show is for adult and young adult audiences (not for kids). We do not pull anyone on stage. If we have a game where we ask for a volunteer to join us, then we take someone who has raised their hand.
Two performances, Friday, November 6 at 7:30pm and Saturday, November 7 at 7:30pm. Tickets $18 in advance, $20 at the door (cash or venmo).
Doors open at 6:30pm. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
