"I am an apple tree. I come from a long line of apple trees reaching back eons.” And so begins Linda Hoffman and Ellen Harasimowicz’s collaborative artist book, Overheard in the Orchard, a series of conversations between one Golden Delicious tree and their orchardist written by Hoffman with orchard photographs by Harasimowicz. The exhibit at …
“I will sing you a cycle of horrifying songs...” —FRANZ SCHUBERT Franz Schubert’s Winterreise (Winter Journey) is arguably the most influential work for voice and piano of the 19th century. Throughout their performance of this cycle of 24 songs, tenor Christopher Hossfeld and pianist Trevor Berens weave haunting melodies into the story of a homeless …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
Animation Studio with Snapology (Ages 6-14): In Snapology’s Animation Studio, students will create fantastic movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks. Children will work in teams under guided instruction to make a digital movie using stop motion techniques. Teams will go through the entire movie making process, from plot and character planning to editing. …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
Real World Robotics! Snapology’s Real World Robotics program introduces students to the exciting, real-life applications of robotics while helping them build teamwork, problem-solving, and coding skills. Working in small groups, children design and program robots that use sensors, motors, gears, and other mechanical elements to complete fun challenges. Along the way, they learn to follow …
This class is now full. If you would like to receive information about the next session, please contact the instructor, Ann Gillespie at agillespieart@gmail.com. Pastel painting with a focus on local landscape. Ann will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition, values, color and mark-making. She will have a combination of weekly …
Design and craft your own unique wooden disc and thread necklace in this three-hour, hands-on workshop with artist Kimberly Stoney. You’ll learn simple yet striking techniques for combining wooden discs, embroidery thread, and beads into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece — perfect for yourself or as a thoughtful gift. No prior experience is needed — just …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
Animation Studio with Snapology (Ages 6-14): In Snapology’s Animation Studio, students will create fantastic movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks. Children will work in teams under guided instruction to make a digital movie using stop motion techniques. Teams will go through the entire movie making process, from plot and character planning to editing. …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
Make a Stained Glass Pumpkin! Create a 3-D pumpkin just in time for your fall holiday decorating. A variety of colors will be available of pre-cut pieces to create a 5-sided pumpkin. All materials provided. Students will learn to foil and solder. This class is appropriate for adults and kids aged 7 years and older …
Presents: 2 Across, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer, directed by Bob Eiland. Performance Dates: Thursday, October 30 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 1 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 2 - 2:00pm matinee Friday, November 7 - 7:30pm Saturday, November 8 - 7:30pm Sunday, November 9 - 2:00pm …
This class is now full. If you would like to receive information about the next session, please contact the instructor, Ann Gillespie at agillespieart@gmail.com. Pastel painting with a focus on local landscape. Ann will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition, values, color and mark-making. She will have a combination of weekly …
Join fiber artist Rachel Benson after school on Harvard 1/2 days to learn the art of needle felting! Open to grades 5th-8th Join for one, two or all three classes. School Half Day: 12:45-2:30pm October 8th - Felt a Ghost November 13th - Felt an Owl November 20th - Felt a Snowman For more info …
Edgar Degas, a famous artist, once said, “Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” As your child learns about different types of art and the periods in which they were created, students will also be interpreting what they see and creating their own works of art out of LEGO® bricks. …
Felt a Squirrel Join fiber artist Rachel Benson to learn the art of needle felting while creating an adorable little fall squirrel holding an acorn. Thursday 11/13, 4:30-6:15pm This class is open to adults and teens (13+). Kids aged 9-12 can join with an adult. $30 For more info or to sign up click HERE:
Animation Studio with Snapology (Ages 6-14): In Snapology’s Animation Studio, students will create fantastic movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks. Children will work in teams under guided instruction to make a digital movie using stop motion techniques. Teams will go through the entire movie making process, from plot and character planning to editing. …
Just ahead of the first ever Fivesparks Gingerbread Showcase, join us for BUILDING WITH GINGERBREAD: Tips & Tricks Building with gingerbread doesn't have to be stressful! Join us for a free demonstration of gingerbread construction tips and tricks from two local bakers with decades of experience. Instructors Judy Baumhover and Lyn Slade will share with …
Linda Hoffman will read from her book Overheard in the Orchard, created collaboratively with photographer Ellen Harasimowicz. The reading will be in conversation with guitarist Greg Carlson. Ellen and Linda will discuss their experiences and processes in creating the book. All three artists from the exhibit will take questions. Saturday November 15, 2025. 4pm.
Acclaimed Boston-based cellist Rhonda Rider and celebrated Albuquerque-based pianist Judith Gordon, longtime recital partners, will present a festive concert to benefit the 9th Annual Fivesparks Music Festival (June 21-27, 2026). With violinist Judith Eissenberg, Rider and Gordon were co-founders of the annual Fivesparks Music Festival, bringing the chamber music experience to the community. This duo …
This class is now full. If you would like to receive information about the next session, please contact the instructor, Ann Gillespie at agillespieart@gmail.com. Pastel painting with a focus on local landscape. Ann will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition, values, color and mark-making. She will have a combination of weekly …
Join fiber artist Rachel Benson after school on Harvard 1/2 days to learn the art of needle felting! Open to grades 5th-8th Join for one, two or all three classes. School Half Day: 12:45-2:30pm October 8th - Felt a Ghost November 13th - Felt an Owl November 20th - Felt a Snowman For more info …
Hey gamers, are you ready to travel all the way to The End with Snapology? Join us as we bring the game of Minecraft® out of the computer and into the real-world using LEGO® bricks. In this program, you will go on adventures using your imagination and even design your own worlds, full of mobs, …
Join fiber artist Rachel Benson to learn the art of needle felting! Open to Adults and teens (kids 9-12 are welcome with an adult) Join for one, two or all three classes! October 15th, 4:15-6:00pm - Felt a Pumpkin Face October 15th, 6:30-8:15pm - Felt a Cat November 20th 6:30-8:15pm - Felt a Fall Scene …
ON THE SHOW BECOMING Becoming is part retrospective, part new work. While not Judith Schutzman’s first solo show - others were at Indian Hill Music (now Groton Hill Music Center), Emerson Hospital, and two on Long Island - this is the first place award from the Destination Nature show 2024, sponsored jointly by Harvard’s Conservation Trust and Fivesparks. The …
Animation Studio with Snapology (Ages 6-14): In Snapology’s Animation Studio, students will create fantastic movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks. Children will work in teams under guided instruction to make a digital movie using stop motion techniques. Teams will go through the entire movie making process, from plot and character planning to editing. …
Make a Stained Glass Gingerbread House! Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake for the holidays! Each student will receive pre-cut glass pieces to create a gingerbread house with a snowy roof. Students will foil and solder the individual pieces and the instructor will assist with assembly. Resin and glass candy decorations are provided to decorate the house. …
In our Winter Holiday Robotics program, your builder will explore the basics of robotics while building some really fantastic robots inspired by different holiday traditions! While working with a partner to complete the building instructions and debug their robot's program, your student will be taught how different mechanical components work in their robots and how …
This class is now full. If you would like to receive information about the next session, please contact the instructor, Ann Gillespie at agillespieart@gmail.com. Pastel painting with a focus on local landscape. Ann will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition, values, color and mark-making. She will have a combination of weekly …
Join Fivesparks and Fugitive Productions in an intimate setting for a four-event concert series in Harvard’s beautiful town center. Come to the whole series: Thursday, September 11: 440 Gypsy Jazz Thursday, October 16: RD King, plus Lindsay Straw & Andy Cambria Thursday, November 13: Cassandre McKinley Thursday, December 4: Bruce Gertz Quartet About Bruce Gertz …
Fivesparks is excited to once again bring this holiday fair to the community, featuring unique handmade gifts by many of our talented friends and neighbors: ornaments, silk scarves, greeting cards, stationery, ceramics, glass and wooden wares, handmade soaps, fiber arts, jewelry, and more. Support local arts and give gifts as individual and unique as your friends …