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SUMMARY:4 Voices in Color - Artist Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:4 Voices in Color\nSusan Aeschbach\, Cathie Brenner\, Margo Ezekiel and Judith Stein are Boston-based abstract artists. “4 Voices in Color” showcases their different views on both the natural world and the fantasy world. Each artist has a unique approach to creating abstracts incorporating a variety of materials and mediums. The exhibit includes mixed media works\, acrylic paintings\, oil paintings\, collage\, fiber arts\, and eco prints.  \nBonded by their shared passion for abstract work and a determination to deepen their own art practices\, Susan\, Cathie\, Margo and Judith have created a group with two other artists called the Black Sweater Artist Group. This group meets regularly to share ideas\, exchange resources/techniques\, encourage further experimentation in their work\, and exhibit collaboratively when possible.  \nJudith Stein & Susan Aeschbach will be at Fivesparks on Friday\, June 13\, 2025\, 2:00-4:00pm to meet visitors and talk about their art.   \nJudith is a painter and mixed media artist from Needham\, Massachusetts. This exhibit showcases her exploration of gelli-plate and eco printing as well as collage. Inspired by nature and its intricate patterns and rich textures\, most of her work revolves around botanicals and nature-related themes.   \nSusan is a painter and mixed media artist from Newton\, MA.  She seeks to capture the aliveness that is inherent in all things animate and inanimate.  She paints intuitively\, particularly loves working with color and the inspiration for her abstract work often comes from nature and fantasy. \nStop by to meet the artists\, hear about their inspirations\, processes or to ask your own questions about their art.  \nFree and open to all. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/4-voices-in-color-artist-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking,workshop
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SUMMARY:4 Voices in Color
DESCRIPTION:4 Voices in Color\nSusan Aeschbach\, Cathie Brenner\, Margo Ezekiel and Judith Stein are Boston-based abstract artists. “4 Voices in Color” showcases their different views on both the natural world and the fantasy world. Each artist has a unique approach to creating abstracts incorporating a variety of materials and mediums. The exhibit includes mixed media works\, acrylic paintings\, oil paintings\, collage\, fiber arts\, and eco prints.  \nBonded by their shared passion for abstract work and a determination to deepen their own art practices\, Susan\, Cathie\, Margo and Judith have created a group with two other artists called the Black Sweater Artist Group. This group meets regularly to share ideas\, exchange resources/techniques\, encourage further experimentation in their work\, and exhibit collaboratively when possible.  \nSusan is a painter and mixed media artist from Newton\, MA.  She seeks to capture the aliveness that is inherent in all things animate and inanimate.  She paints intuitively\, particularly loves working with color and the inspiration for her abstract work often comes from nature and fantasy. \nCathie is a painter and collage artist from Brookline\, MA. Her mixed media paintings incorporate old scraps from family fabric\, found images\, writing\, sand and seaweed\,  and other plant life. She is inspired by textures\, color\, memory and meaning.  \nMargo is a contemporary collage artist from Newton\, MA. She prints her papers using a gelli-plate\, which allows her to create rich textures and patterns without a press. She works organically and  rarely starts with an idea; she looks to her very messy table for a spark of inspiration. \nJudith is a painter and mixed media artist from Needham\, Massachusetts. This exhibit showcases her exploration of gelli-plate and eco printing as well as collage. Inspired by nature and its intricate patterns and rich textures\, most of her work revolves around botanicals and nature-related themes.   \n4 Voices in Color is on view from Saturday May\, 31\, 2025 through Saturday July 12\, 2025.  The exhibit will end with a Closing Reception on July 12 from 2:00-4:00pm.  The artists will be at Fivesparks for 2 ‘Meet & Greet’ sessions:  \nJudith Stein & Susan Aeschbach on Friday\, June 13\, 2025\, and Margo Ezekiel and Cathie Brenner on Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025. Both days 2:00-4:00pm. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/4-voices-in-color/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays of Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays or Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie-2/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T143000
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold-2/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays of Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T143000
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays or Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie-2/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T143000
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold-2/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T143000
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays of Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T143000
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays or Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie-2/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold-2/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
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SUMMARY:Free Poetry Reading - Special Art Exhibit Event
DESCRIPTION:Free Poetry Reading  \nCome to Fivesparks to enjoy listening to area poets read works that are  inspired by the artwork of Mardie Luppold on display as part of her exhibit Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nFeel free to stop in between 2:00-4:00pm and experience this interplay between spoken word and visual art. Participating poets are Jim Laughlin\, Daniel Junkins\, Tom Laughlin and Sarah Laughlin.  \n – Tom Laughlin – Professor at Middlesex Community College in Lowell and Bedford.\n – Jim Laughlin – Leadership Consultant and poet; taught at Virginia Tech; studied with Donald Junkins at UMass Amherst.\n – Daniel Junkins – Leukemia Survivor/Consultant and poet; studied at UMass. Amherst.\n – Sarah Laughlin – Restorative Clinician/ Social Service Expert \nThis is a free event\, donations are always welcome. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/free-poetry-reading-special-art-exhibit-event/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,speaking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T143000
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays of Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250423T134352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T180016Z
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SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250422T141448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T172217Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibiting Artist Talk with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, April 30 at 2pm to hear exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold share the inspirations behind her collection on display in the Fivesparks Gallery – Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.   \nMardie will fascinate you in describing her progression of interests and in-depth studies of ancient cultures and belief systems that resulted in the creation of the ‘Kachina’ series.  References of Baba Yaga and deified spirits dating from neolithic and paleolithic times\, the study of work by Marija Giumbutas in excavating neolithic and paleolithic matrilineal societies\, and cultures similar to our own First Nations in North and South America as well as contemporary examples in Siberia and Central Asia.  The existence of Denisovan DNA in modern-day shamanistic peoples\, such as Tibetans\, Amazonian and Southeast Pacific peoples\, among others\, will be discussed.  \nFinally\, Jungian theory ties it all together with exploration of the ‘Collective Unconsciousness\,’  wherein lies the archetypes\, racial memory\, planetary and galactic memory\, and our connection to the Earth\, each other and all sentient life.  \nThis is a free event. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/exhibiting-artist-talk-with-mardie-luppold/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:exhibit,speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250424T124745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T174735Z
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays or Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie-2/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250423T134647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T175946Z
UID:10002666-1746014400-1746023400@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold-2/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250406T190034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T184200Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception - Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fivesparks for our latest exhibit Artist Reception.  \nMardie Luppold – Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible \nMeet Mardie and enjoy light refreshments and jazz music by vocalist Maggie Galloway\, Bob Nieske on acoustic bass and Billy Novick on clarinet.  \nSunday\, April 27\, 4-6pm \nFree and open to all.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/artist-reception-archetypes-making-the-invisible-visible/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250424T122431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T122431Z
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SUMMARY:Chat with Mardie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will be at Fivesparks on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout her exhibit to talk with visitors.  \nShe welcomes your insights\, questions\, curiosities and reactions to her varied works on display as part of her current show Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nMardie has a lifetime of fascinating experiences that translate into her work.  You will gain a wealth of understanding by talking with her.  \nStop in on Wednesdays of Thursdays between 12:00-2:30pm\, through the end of the exhibit\, May 24\, 2025. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/chat-with-mardie/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image2a.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250423T134352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T180016Z
UID:10002656-1745496000-1745505000@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Portrait Session with Mardie Luppold
DESCRIPTION:Exhibiting artist Mardie Luppold will draw your portrait! \nCome and visit Mardie’s varied collection of work\, ranging from delicate portraits to mysterious Kachinas.  You can make an appointment with Mardie on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, from 12noon-2:30pm to have your own portrait drawn in pencil! Mardie’s portraits are both abstract and realistic\, each containing an element of pristine clarity and focus.   \nFee of $175 per portrait\, of which a portion will be donated by Mardie to Fivesparks to help us continue our mission of bringing wonderful art and cultural experiences to our community.  \nPortraits may be drawn in real time\, or via a photograph\, to be determined between you and Mardie. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment\, send an email to admin@fivesparks.org. Sessions can be scheduled on Wednesdays or Thursdays\, April 24 – May 22\, 2025.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/portrait-session-with-mardi-luppold/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250407T005132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T090907Z
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SUMMARY:Free Poetry Reading - Special Art Exhibit Event
DESCRIPTION:Free Poetry Reading  \nCome to Fivesparks to enjoy listening to area poets read works that are  inspired by the artwork of Mardie Luppold on display as part of her exhibit Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible.  \nFeel free to stop in between 2:00-4:00pm and experience this interplay between spoken word and visual art. Participating poets are Jim Laughlin\, Daniel Junkins\, Tom Laughlin and Sarah Laughlin.  \n – Tom Laughlin – Professor at Middlesex Community College in Lowell and Bedford.\n – Jim Laughlin – Leadership Consultant and poet; taught at Virginia Tech; studied with Donald Junkins at UMass Amherst.\n – Daniel Junkins – Leukemia Survivor/Consultant and poet; studied at UMass. Amherst.\n – Sarah Laughlin – Restorative Clinician/ Social Service Expert \nThis is a free event\, donations are always welcome. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/free-poetry-reading-special-art-exhibit-event/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,speaking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/notebook.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250321T130725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T102633Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Mardie Luppold - Archetypes: Making the Invisible\, Visible
DESCRIPTION:On view April 19 – May 24\, 2025.  \nArtist Reception Sunday\, April 27\, 4-6pm.  Free and open to the public\, live music and refreshments. \nMardie Luppold: Making the Invisible\, Visible               \nIf I say these images are archetypes\, viewers might be confused\, uncomfortable\, or unfamiliar.  If I say these images are shamanic\, folks might feel strange\, or even frightened.  If I say these images are Kachinas\, maybe people are able to come a little closer to them and will be able to access them easier\, linking them to Native American culture: Kachinas therein are “deified spirits”.  We all have them in us in the deep “roots of the mind\,” archaic images from the collective unconscious\, (thank you\, Carl Jung).  So\, if we call them archetypes\, it means the images are charged with psychic energy; they then becomes pieces of life because they are connected to the individual by the bridge of emotion and therefore become…living matter. \nThese are mine.  We all have them.  Creative folks simply keep the door open to the roots of the mind; going to the well to draw up an image\, a melody\, a dance\, a poem\, story\, garden\, building\, dinner…  Whatever it is\, it is charged with emotionality; sometimes beautiful\, sometimes comforting\, sometimes uncomfortable. \nAgain\, these are mine.  Each of us will have our own cluster of feelings\, characters\, sounds and words. If we call them shamanic\, then it simply means these creations are bridging the space\, the energy between spirit and daily reality. \nIn any case\, this is where these images come from\, and why I call it\, “Making  the Invisible\, Visible.” Some take a while to draw up from the depths of the well; some come more quickly and easily; some feel pleasant and some frightening.  They are a coalescence of Native American teachings; Jungian theory; Neolithic and Paleolithic excavations\, (Marija Giumbutas); which I have merged in each painting\, done in acrylic\, some with iridescence for emphasis.  They are\, in essence\, what came to me from the well. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/exhibit-mardie-lupold-archetypes-making-the-invisible-visible/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image2.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250213T221931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T222700Z
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SUMMARY:Free ARTIST TALK: Manifesting Storytelling in Sculptural Vessels by AIR Ceramicist Elizabeth Noonan
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED IN FEBRUARY 2025 AS A PART OF THE ANNUAL ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM.\nAs part of Artists in Residence\, join us in the Fivesparks Gallery to listen to ceramicist Liz Noonan discuss her passion for melding storytelling and ceramics. \nShe will discuss how she uses sculptural pots to relay a narrative. and share the process and inspiration for her work. Including how memory\, childhood\, interactions with nature\, and society help her to both weave and explore often competing values and ideas. \nShe will also share her technical process as a ceramic artist using porcelain and custom glazes to achieve certain effects which she feels prompts uninhibited joy. \nThis is a FREE event!  Saturday\, April 12\, 2025. 3:30-4:30pm  \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/free-artist-talk-manifesting-storytelling-in-sculptural-vessels-by-air-ceramicist-elizabeth-noonan/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIR,speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250214T004843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T112201Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop with AIR Artist Ann Marie Hershberger
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is full/registrations are closed.  If you would like to attend this workshop at a later date\, email us at admin@fivesparks.org. Thanks!\nThis workshop was originally scheduled as part of the annual Artists in Residence Program. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to get hands-on creative with one of our AIR artists.  Ann Marie will guide you through her method of nature journaling.  This type of journaling has multiple benefits including appreciation for nature\, improving/increasing observation/sketching skills\, general enjoyment and reducing anxiety. \nDelve into some basic sketching techniques and color application that can be applied to observations on your next hike\, trip\, or view from your own your backyard \nMaterials are FREE! A registration fee of $5 is required to hold your spot\, as space is limited.  This workshop is open to those 15yrs+.  \nSaturday\, March 8\, 10am-12pm.   \n \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-with-air-artist-ann-marie-hershberger-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIR,art,kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250114T021704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T174949Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk - An Evening with John Hanson Mitchell: The Sweet Revenge of Marcus Aurelius - Based on the True Story of a Slave Who Sold His Master
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks is delighted to welcome John Hanson Mitchell\, celebrated author of The Sweet Revenge of Marcus Aurelius\, a compelling novel inspired by the true story of a talented and ingenious slave who outwitted his master. \nJoin us on Thursday\, April 10\, 2025\, at 7:30 PM for a captivating journey into the incredible saga of Marcus Aurelius—a courageous and resourceful man who defied the odds\, pursued freedom\, and claimed a victory that reshaped his life. \nIn celebration of Black History Month\, this event offers an opportunity to reflect\, learn\, and connect as Fivesparks honors the contributions and stories that shape our collective history. \nThrough Mitchell’s masterful storytelling\, experience the dramatic twists of plantation life\, daring escapes\, high-society intrigue\, and even pirate adventures. This extraordinary tale of resilience\, humanity\, and justice will leave you inspired and deeply moved. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from an award-winning author and environmental visionary whose work explores the profound connections between human stories and the natural world. The book will be available for purchase by cash or check. \nDescription:\nThe Sweet Revenge of Marcus Aurelius is based on the true story of a talented and ingenious slave who sold his master. When he was still a young house boy\, Marcus Aurelius was taught to read and write by the plantation owner’s rebellious twelve-year-old daughter\, who also instilled in him a passionate desire for freedom. She even encouraged him to escape\, which he did – three different times – thus setting in motion his ultimate and sweetest revenge. \nHis story\, even without fictionalizing\, is a wide-ranging\, swash-buckling tale of a fittingly just revenge set against many venues: the cruelties and dehumanizing effects of plantation life\, a year in a unique community of escaped slaves in the Great Dismal Swamp\, Paris high society in the Second Republic\, duels\, an enduring love affair\, bad dogs and violent slave catchers\, crime-ridden New Orleans street life\, and even a stint as a passenger on a pirate ship. \nAbout the Author:\nJohn (Hanson Mitchell) has been working in the environmental field for most of his life\, first as a naturalist and educator\, and then as a writer for various environmental journals and magazines\, and finally as an author. \nFor over 40 years he was the creator and editor of ‘Sanctuary’ \, the award­-winning journal of the Audubon Society of Massachusetts. In 1993\, he was the winner of the John Burroughs  Outstanding Natural History Essay Award for his ‘Sanctuary’ piece\, Of Time and the River. His first book\, Ceremonial Time: Fifteen Thousand Years on a Single Square Mile\, was an ‘Editor’s Choice’ in the New York Times Book Review and set the stage for six more books\, known as the ‘Scratch Flat’ series\, which examine the interrelationship between human cultures and nature. In 2000\, he was given the New England Booksellers Award for the body of his work. \nOther books John has written deal with international travel\, gardens\, and the biography of Robert A Gilbert\, a formerly unknown man John put on the map as the first African American landscape photographer. It was this book which led to John’s discovery of the man whose life became the source of Marcus Aurelius: the Slave Who Sold His Master. \nNext spring\, The Garden at the End of Time will be published. It will be the latest in John’s series of ‘Scratch Flat Chronicles’. \nLearn more about John and his work at http://www.johnhansonmitchell.com/
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/author-talk-an-evening-with-john-hanson-mitchell-the-sweet-revenge-of-marcus-aurelius-based-on-the-true-story-of-a-slave-who-sold-his-master/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250227T214607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T214607Z
UID:10002589-1743408000-1743431400@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Bloom N Art Special Viewing for Bromfield Classes
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks will hold special viewing hours today for students\, teachers\, administrators and classes to view Bloom N Art. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/bloom-n-art-special-viewing-for-bromfield-classes/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T145819
CREATED:20250227T214322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T214322Z
UID:10002588-1743184800-1743192000@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Bloom N Art Reception for Student and Floral Artists
DESCRIPTION:Let’s bring the generations together!  This reception is by invitation and is meant to bring together the multi-generational magic of Bloom N Art.  Student artists and their families\, Garden Club floral artists\, Bromfield school art teachers and administrators are invited to gather for this special time together.  \nLight refreshments will be served. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/bloom-n-art-reception-for-student-and-floral-artists/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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