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SUMMARY:Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks and the Boxborough Birders present BIRDS!\, a curated art exhibition exploring and celebrating the wonder\, beauty\, and diversity of birds.\n \nFeaturing works that interpret the theme of BIRDS! that reflect not only birds themselves\, but also their habits\, homes\, interactions\, impacts\, and traces. Come enjoy wonderful bird-themed artwork by local\, regional and artists across the USA in a variety of mediums.\n \nParticipate in bird-themed programs\, all during prime bird-watching\, migratory season. You can see all the Birds! exhibit-related events HERE. \n \nOn view April 18 – May 30\, 2026.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater Presents: Talley's Folly
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater announces its next production\, Talley’s Folly\, by Lanford Wilson. Directed by Kathleen Sills\, performances will take place on:\n \n\n\nFriday\, May 15 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 16 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 17 (2:00pm)\nFriday\, May 22 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 23 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 24 (2:00pm)\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nLanford Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic drama is set in 1944\, in the deserted boathouse on the Talleys’ farm in Lebanon\, Missouri. This moving and lyrical play deals with the courtship of the young Sally Talley and her suitor\, Matt Friedman. Matt\, an accountant from St. Louis\, has arrived to plead his love to Sally\, the cautious\, still-unmarried daughter of the Talley family. Through his charm and persistence\, Matt gradually overcomes her resistance\, revealing his innermost secrets and gradually awakening Sally to the possibilities of a life together. \nTalley’s Folly is presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service\, a division of Broadway Licensing.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-talleys-folly/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:live,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000
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SUMMARY:Adult Improv Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Improv is the act of making up a scene\, plot\, characters and dialogue spontaneously without preparation. Actors work together to create a scene\, often based off a suggestion from the audience\, without rehearsal or discussion beforehand. Studying improv involves a “retraining” of the brain to learn to work in the moment\, accept ideas from a team member and allow the creativity to flow and create something marvelous. Because improv is done “in the moment” it often takes a silly or wacky turn\, and there’s plenty of laughing! When you create improv scenes\, you never know where the mind will take you. This improvisation workshop is designed to challenge and inspire participants to stretch their brains and limits. A great class for both the seasoned performer and those new to the world of theatre who are looking to try it out. \n3 workshops will be held. One each in April\, May\, and June (4/20/2026\, 5/18/2026\, & 6/8/2026).  There is no fee for the workshops\, however registration is required. See below for registration link. \n \nThis class is being offered free of charge to participants through a generous grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \nREGISTER FOR ONE OR MORE SESSIONS HERE
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/drama-out-of-the-box/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Cove
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T154000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000
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SUMMARY:Paint & Popcorn
DESCRIPTION:Make afternoons something to PoP about!\nJoin us for a six week guided painting class filled with color\, creativity and plenty of savory snacks. Painting paired with an epic popcorn bar will be sure to curb those afternoon snack cravings and unlock some pent up creativity! All popcorn and painting supplies included! \n$300 for 6 week class \nMeets weekly on Tuesdays \n05/12/2026\, 05/19/2026\, 05/26/2026\, 06/02/2026\, 06/09/2026\, 06/16/2026 \n3:40pm – 5:00pm at Hildreth Elementary School \nClick HERE to register!
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/paint-popcorn/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Hildreth Elementary School\, 27 Mass Ave\, Har vard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:HES,kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meghan Lowe":MAILTO:MLowe@psharvard.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T150934
CREATED:20260308T215319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134001Z
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SUMMARY:Pastel Painting - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Pastel painting with a focus on local landscapes but you are welcome to explore whatever interests you. \nI’ll share my process including exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. I will have a combination of weekly demos and exercises at the beginning of class\, followed by plenty of one-on-one feedback at your easel. \nAll pastel levels are welcome but some previous drawing or painting experience is necessary. \nContact agillespieart@gmail.com to register and for a supply list or any questions you have.  \nThis class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-spring-session-2/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Gillespie":MAILTO:agillespieart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Slime Time with Miss Lisa
DESCRIPTION:Join Miss Lisa for a fun\, hands-on slime club where kids will learn how to make a different type of slime each week! \nParticipants will mix their own slime and customize it with fun add-ins like glitter\, sequins\, and foam beads. Each session includes time for slime play\, creativity\, and cleanup\, and kids will take their slime creations home with them after class. \nClasses will be held on Wednesdays from 3:45–5:00 PM\, at Hildreth Elementary School beginning April 29 for 6 weeks. \nCost: $120 per child for entire 6 class session.  Ages 5 and over.   \nClick HERE to register for Slime Time with Miss Lisa
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/slime-time-with-miss-lisa/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Hildreth Elementary School\, 27 Mass Ave\, Har vard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:HES,kids,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Larson":MAILTO:llarson@psharvard.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000
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CREATED:20260417T160024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T195939Z
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SUMMARY:Music is Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Age-old practices of meditation\, such as Zen\, remain an effective means of promoting stress-reduction and attaining self-awareness. \nThis series\, entitled “Music is Meditation\,” will explore the possibilities of using “musical mantras” in the place of verbal ones in the practice of collective meditation. \nEach session will entail two 20-minute meditation periods\, each employing recurrent musical motives or tranquil meandering themes\, played on keyboard\, as a focus for inward centering. \nThe first meeting will begin with a brief introduction to the practice of collective meditation. \nParticipants should wear comfortable clothing\, and bring a small mat if intending to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided. \nMusic is Meditation will meet weekly at 9:00am- 10:00am on Friday mornings for 4 sessions May 8 through June 5 (no session May 15)\nFee for the 4 class series is $50.\nClick HERE to Register for Music is Meditation
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/music-is-meditation-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:movement,music,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Moll":MAILTO:moll_kn@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T123000
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SUMMARY:The Drawing Room - May
DESCRIPTION:The Drawing Room – May:\nAn open drawing studio with artist guidance\nThe Drawing Room offers a welcoming space for focused drawing\, creative exploration\, and artistic community\, led by artist and teacher Mara Levin. These open studio sessions invite artists to work at their own pace\, with guidance available whenever it’s helpful. Drawing on decades of experience\, Mara offers demonstrations\, support\, and practical insights that help artists find their creative rhythm. Sessions conclude with an optional informal sharing time for feedback or conversation about their work. All levels are welcome. \nYou may bring work in progress or start something new. Please bring your own references (photographic or real-life objects)\, drawing tools\, and supplies. Feel free to bring a beverage in a no-spill travel mug. \nWhat Would You Like to Work On?\nHere are some ideas:\n* Subjects from nature\, real or imaginary\n* Comics\n* Portraits\n* Abstract art\n* Anything that sparks your creativity \nDrawing Mediums\nAll drawing mediums are welcome. (Please bring solvent-free materials suitable for a shared indoor studio space.) Examples include graphite pencil or stick (dry or water-soluble)\, colored pencil (dry or water-soluble)\, charcoal\, Conté crayon\, pastel pencil\, watercolor\, gouache\, and pen or brush with ink. \nSupplies\nYou may bring supplies you already have or purchase new ones. Please bring appropriate paper for your chosen medium(s). \nFor your convenience\, I have created a web page with recommended drawing supplies—including both basic materials and optional extras—with clearly marked affiliate links for graphite\, colored pencil\, charcoal\, Conté crayon\, gray marker\, and watercolor:\nhttps://www.maralevinfineart.com/page/38107/art-class-supplies \nMeets weekly on Fridays 10:00am – 12:30pm: 5/01/2026\, 5/08/2026\, 5/22/2026\, 5/29/2026. \n$100 for 4 session series. \nQuestions: info@maralevin.com \nClick HERE to register for The Drawing Room 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/the-drawing-room-may/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Cove
CATEGORIES:art,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mara Levin":MAILTO:info@maralevin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T213000
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater Presents: Talley's Folly
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater announces its next production\, Talley’s Folly\, by Lanford Wilson. Directed by Kathleen Sills\, performances will take place on:\n \n\n\nFriday\, May 15 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 16 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 17 (2:00pm)\nFriday\, May 22 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 23 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 24 (2:00pm)\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nLanford Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic drama is set in 1944\, in the deserted boathouse on the Talleys’ farm in Lebanon\, Missouri. This moving and lyrical play deals with the courtship of the young Sally Talley and her suitor\, Matt Friedman. Matt\, an accountant from St. Louis\, has arrived to plead his love to Sally\, the cautious\, still-unmarried daughter of the Talley family. Through his charm and persistence\, Matt gradually overcomes her resistance\, revealing his innermost secrets and gradually awakening Sally to the possibilities of a life together. \nTalley’s Folly is presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service\, a division of Broadway Licensing.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-talleys-folly/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:live,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T150934
CREATED:20260414T020735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T112223Z
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Hermann Orchard Lands
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 23\n8:00 AM \nHermann Orchard Conservation Lands \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group for a guided bird walk on the Hermann Orchard Conservation Lands.  \nWe will travers a moderately challenging 2.0-mile loop trail that takes an average of 49 min to complete. \nThis former hilltop (229ft elevation) orchard affords 270-degree views of the hills and mountains to the west and north. \nParking: On street\, 2-4 cars near 51 Mill Rd (intersection of Ayer and Mill roads) \nLeader: Sandy Oxley \nHow to join: Please contact Sandy Oxley (cassandra.oxley@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \n Hermann Orchard Conservation \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  \n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-guided-bird-walk-with-the-boxborough-birders-at-hermann-orchard-lands/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:BIRDS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T213000
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater Presents: Talley's Folly
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater announces its next production\, Talley’s Folly\, by Lanford Wilson. Directed by Kathleen Sills\, performances will take place on:\n \n\n\nFriday\, May 15 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 16 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 17 (2:00pm)\nFriday\, May 22 (7:30pm)\nSaturday\, May 23 (7:30pm)\nSunday\, May 24 (2:00pm)\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nLanford Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic drama is set in 1944\, in the deserted boathouse on the Talleys’ farm in Lebanon\, Missouri. This moving and lyrical play deals with the courtship of the young Sally Talley and her suitor\, Matt Friedman. Matt\, an accountant from St. Louis\, has arrived to plead his love to Sally\, the cautious\, still-unmarried daughter of the Talley family. Through his charm and persistence\, Matt gradually overcomes her resistance\, revealing his innermost secrets and gradually awakening Sally to the possibilities of a life together. \nTalley’s Folly is presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service\, a division of Broadway Licensing.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-talleys-folly/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:live,Theater
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