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SUMMARY:Snapology Winter Vacation Program: Science of Superpowers & Mega Machines Robotics
DESCRIPTION: Morning Session: Science of Superpowers\nBring your favorite superheroes to life while discovering the science behind their incredible powers!\nStudents will explore the fascinating world of forces\, energy\, and physics through hands-on building and fun experiments. They’ll design superhero models\, vehicles\, and accessories inspired by heroes like Superman\, Batman\, and Wonder Woman — all while learning about: \nFlight forces\, collisions\, and air pressure \nGravity\, friction\, and energy transfer \nScientific experimentation and problem-solving \nChildren will compare the “super” world to real-life science as they test\, experiment\, and think critically. It’s a super-powered way to make learning physics fun! \n Afternoon Session: Mega Machines Robotics\nIn the afternoon\, young engineers will take their skills to the next level with Mega Machines Robotics\, a machinery-focused program where creativity meets coding. Students will work in teams to design and program spectacular robotic vehicles using LEGO® robotics kits and Scratch-based coding. \nThrough exciting challenges\, they’ll learn how to: \nProgram and debug robotic models \nUtilize sensors\, gears\, motors\, and axles \nCollaborate effectively with partners \nFollow instructions and refine builds through iteration \nBy the end of the week\, students will not only have built amazing machines but also gained confidence in coding\, problem-solving\, and teamwork — all while having a blast! \nChildren can register for: \nMorning sessions only: Science of Superpowers\, ages 5-12\, 9am-12:00pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the morning program. \nAfternoon sessions only: Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 12:30-3:30pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the afternoon program. \nAll-day fun: Science of Superpowers + Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 9am-3:30pm\, $350/participant. Click HERE to register for the all-day program. \nDecember 29\, 30\, 31 & Jan 2 (no class on Jan 1\, 2026) \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSnapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs worldwide. The organization’s goal is to provide children’s enrichment with STEAM learning programs that engage kids 4-14 years old with fun\, hands-on activities to teach science\, technology\, engineering\, art and math. While children are exploring robotics\, coding and design challenges using LEGO® bricks\, K’Nex\, and technology\, they’re building skills that will help them throughout school and their careers. To kids\, it’s just fun!  \nFivesparks is partnering with Snapology of Harvard\, MA to bring these fun and educational programs to our community! Snapology of Harvard\, MA is owned/operated by area parents whose family fell in love with Snapology’s methods and philosophies.  So much so\, they want to share them!  You will find Snapology of Harvard\, MA programs at Fivesparks\, in local schools and community centers around the Metro-West area. https://www.snapology.com/massachusetts-harvard/ \n________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/snapology-science-of-superpowers-winter-vacation-program/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:kids,Snapology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Snapology of Harvard%2C MA":MAILTO:naomi.ahuja@snapology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250908T113123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T225030Z
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SUMMARY:Snapology Winter Vacation Program: Science of Superpowers & Mega Machines Robotics
DESCRIPTION: Morning Session: Science of Superpowers\nBring your favorite superheroes to life while discovering the science behind their incredible powers!\nStudents will explore the fascinating world of forces\, energy\, and physics through hands-on building and fun experiments. They’ll design superhero models\, vehicles\, and accessories inspired by heroes like Superman\, Batman\, and Wonder Woman — all while learning about: \nFlight forces\, collisions\, and air pressure \nGravity\, friction\, and energy transfer \nScientific experimentation and problem-solving \nChildren will compare the “super” world to real-life science as they test\, experiment\, and think critically. It’s a super-powered way to make learning physics fun! \n Afternoon Session: Mega Machines Robotics\nIn the afternoon\, young engineers will take their skills to the next level with Mega Machines Robotics\, a machinery-focused program where creativity meets coding. Students will work in teams to design and program spectacular robotic vehicles using LEGO® robotics kits and Scratch-based coding. \nThrough exciting challenges\, they’ll learn how to: \nProgram and debug robotic models \nUtilize sensors\, gears\, motors\, and axles \nCollaborate effectively with partners \nFollow instructions and refine builds through iteration \nBy the end of the week\, students will not only have built amazing machines but also gained confidence in coding\, problem-solving\, and teamwork — all while having a blast! \nChildren can register for: \nMorning sessions only: Science of Superpowers\, ages 5-12\, 9am-12:00pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the morning program. \nAfternoon sessions only: Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 12:30-3:30pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the afternoon program. \nAll-day fun: Science of Superpowers + Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 9am-3:30pm\, $350/participant. Click HERE to register for the all-day program. \nDecember 29\, 30\, 31 & Jan 2 (no class on Jan 1\, 2026) \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSnapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs worldwide. The organization’s goal is to provide children’s enrichment with STEAM learning programs that engage kids 4-14 years old with fun\, hands-on activities to teach science\, technology\, engineering\, art and math. While children are exploring robotics\, coding and design challenges using LEGO® bricks\, K’Nex\, and technology\, they’re building skills that will help them throughout school and their careers. To kids\, it’s just fun!  \nFivesparks is partnering with Snapology of Harvard\, MA to bring these fun and educational programs to our community! Snapology of Harvard\, MA is owned/operated by area parents whose family fell in love with Snapology’s methods and philosophies.  So much so\, they want to share them!  You will find Snapology of Harvard\, MA programs at Fivesparks\, in local schools and community centers around the Metro-West area. https://www.snapology.com/massachusetts-harvard/ \n________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/snapology-science-of-superpowers-winter-vacation-program/2025-12-30/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:kids,Snapology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Snapology of Harvard%2C MA":MAILTO:naomi.ahuja@snapology.com
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SUMMARY:Snapology Winter Vacation Program: Science of Superpowers & Mega Machines Robotics
DESCRIPTION: Morning Session: Science of Superpowers\nBring your favorite superheroes to life while discovering the science behind their incredible powers!\nStudents will explore the fascinating world of forces\, energy\, and physics through hands-on building and fun experiments. They’ll design superhero models\, vehicles\, and accessories inspired by heroes like Superman\, Batman\, and Wonder Woman — all while learning about: \nFlight forces\, collisions\, and air pressure \nGravity\, friction\, and energy transfer \nScientific experimentation and problem-solving \nChildren will compare the “super” world to real-life science as they test\, experiment\, and think critically. It’s a super-powered way to make learning physics fun! \n Afternoon Session: Mega Machines Robotics\nIn the afternoon\, young engineers will take their skills to the next level with Mega Machines Robotics\, a machinery-focused program where creativity meets coding. Students will work in teams to design and program spectacular robotic vehicles using LEGO® robotics kits and Scratch-based coding. \nThrough exciting challenges\, they’ll learn how to: \nProgram and debug robotic models \nUtilize sensors\, gears\, motors\, and axles \nCollaborate effectively with partners \nFollow instructions and refine builds through iteration \nBy the end of the week\, students will not only have built amazing machines but also gained confidence in coding\, problem-solving\, and teamwork — all while having a blast! \nChildren can register for: \nMorning sessions only: Science of Superpowers\, ages 5-12\, 9am-12:00pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the morning program. \nAfternoon sessions only: Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 12:30-3:30pm\, $200/participant. Click HERE to register for the afternoon program. \nAll-day fun: Science of Superpowers + Mega Machines Robotics\, ages 6-12\, 9am-3:30pm\, $350/participant. Click HERE to register for the all-day program. \nDecember 29\, 30\, 31 & Jan 2 (no class on Jan 1\, 2026) \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSnapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs worldwide. The organization’s goal is to provide children’s enrichment with STEAM learning programs that engage kids 4-14 years old with fun\, hands-on activities to teach science\, technology\, engineering\, art and math. While children are exploring robotics\, coding and design challenges using LEGO® bricks\, K’Nex\, and technology\, they’re building skills that will help them throughout school and their careers. To kids\, it’s just fun!  \nFivesparks is partnering with Snapology of Harvard\, MA to bring these fun and educational programs to our community! Snapology of Harvard\, MA is owned/operated by area parents whose family fell in love with Snapology’s methods and philosophies.  So much so\, they want to share them!  You will find Snapology of Harvard\, MA programs at Fivesparks\, in local schools and community centers around the Metro-West area. https://www.snapology.com/massachusetts-harvard/ \n________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/snapology-science-of-superpowers-winter-vacation-program/2025-12-29/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:kids,Snapology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Snapology of Harvard%2C MA":MAILTO:naomi.ahuja@snapology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T123000
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SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-12-03/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T123000
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SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-11-19/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20240929T114702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T151101Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Music Festival - Fall Fundraising Concert with Judith Gordon & Rhonda Rider: "Mid-Century\, Modern\, and More"
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThis duo program will feature the elegant Fauré D Minor Sonata\, the mystical Mirror(s) in the Mirror by Arvo Pärt\, Boston composer Yu-Hui Chang’s Alter Ego\, an exploration of the relationship between the cellist and their cello\, Germaine Tailleferre’s Partita for Piano and one of the 20th-century gems\, Arthur Berger’s Duo.\n \n \nRhonda Rider\nFor over two decades\, cellist Rhonda Rider was a member of the Naumburg Award-winning Lydian Quartet and Triple Helix Piano Trio. She has been a panelist for the National Endowment for the Arts\, Chamber Music America and the Fischoff and Concert Artist Guild Competitions. Rider is on the faculty of Boston Conservatory at Berklee. www.rhondarider.com. \nJudith Gordon\nPianist Judith Gordon explores diverse repertoire as a soloist and with a wide range of instrumentalists and singers. A featured player for ChatterABQ\, she has been heard recently at Music Mountain\, Apple Hill\, Santa Fe Chamber Music\, The Cello Seminar and Music from Salem. She was an associate professor of music at Smith College from 2006-2020. \nLongtime collaborators Rider and Gordon have recorded Lee Hyla’s Dream of Innocent III and the late Cello and Piano Sonatas of Gabriel Fauré. Each summer they direct The Cello Seminar\, a week long contemporary cello music intensive.   \nAlong with violinist Judith Eissenberg\, Rider and Gordon are co-founders of the annual Fivesparks Music Festival. \nADMISSION\nSuggested donation amounts:  Adults $25\, teens and seniors $15.  ADVANCE TICKETS \n \nProceeds from this concert benefit the annual Fivesparks Music Festival.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-music-festival-2025-fall-fundraising-concert/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cary Browse":MAILTO:admin@fivesparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20251014T162742Z
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SUMMARY:Free Demo! Building with Gingerbread: Tips & Tricks
DESCRIPTION:Just ahead of the first ever Fivesparks Gingerbread Showcase\, join us for BUILDING WITH GINGERBREAD: Tips & Tricks\nBuilding 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. \nInstructors Judy Baumhover and Lyn Slade will share with you the disaster-averting tips they’ve learned over the years.  From major (start early!) to minor (tweezers are your friend)\, you’ll leave armed with lots of new techniques to help you avert disaster and enjoy the process.  \nGet inspiration for designing your entry for the Fivesparks Gingerbread Showcase (December 13 + 14) or come just to sharpen your skills and enjoy the show! \nOpen to adults and teens (kids 9-12 are welcome with an adult). \nInstructors: Judy Baumhover graduated at the top of her class from the Culinary Institute of America’s Baking & Pastry program and embarked upon a career of creating wedding cakes and truffles for private clients as well as various catering companies.  Lyn Slade is the former owner of Chef D’jour Ltd. Catering\, Charlotte‘s House B&B\, and Designs by Lyn Cookie Buffets. Now retired\, she continues to bake as a hobby. \nThese two friends are always happy to share their love and knowledge of the craft of baking. With just a little encouragement\, they’ll also tell us some of their always-entertaining near-disaster stories — moments that every baker can relate to! \nSaturday\, November 15\, 1-3pm.  This is a FREE event! No need to register.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/building-with-gingerbread-tips-tricks/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:art,speaking,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250916T173127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T202141Z
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SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-11-12/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-11-07/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250916T173127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T202141Z
UID:10002800-1762336800-1762345800@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-11-05/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-11-02/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
UID:10002808-1762025400-1762032600@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250930T100739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T213033Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: 2 Across
DESCRIPTION:Presents: \n2 Across\, a romantic comedy by Jerry Mayer\, directed by Bob Eiland. \n  \n  \n  \nPerformance Dates: \n  Thursday\, October 30 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 1 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 2 – 2:00pm matinee\n  Friday\, November 7 – 7:30pm\n  Saturday\, November 8 – 7:30pm\n  Sunday\, November 9 – 2:00pm matinee \n  \nStarring: Frank Aronson and Lynda Vernalia \nIn 2 Across\, Janet\, a high-achieving\, Catholic psychologist\, and Josh\, a free-spirited Jewish\, unemployed businessman\, both 40-50\, board a San Francisco BART train at 4:30 a.m. Each is doing the New York Times crossword puzzle; she’s a pro\, he always quits. Over the course of their journey\, we see how they rub each other the wrong – and right – ways\, and how each has changed by the end of the ride. \nPlaywright Mayer wrote for some of our most celebrated TV shows\, all of which brilliantly combined heart and humor: M*A*S*H\, All in the Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show\, to mention a few. \n🎟PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS\nAll performances: $25\n2 Across is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc.  www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/fivesparks-theater-presents-2-across/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Eiland":MAILTO:bob@egselite.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250709T203012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T160533Z
UID:10002760-1761494400-1761499800@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Schubert: Winterriese - Vocal and Piano Performance
DESCRIPTION:“I will sing you a cycle of horrifying songs…”\n—FRANZ SCHUBERT \nFranz Schubert’s Winterreise (Winter Journey) is arguably the most influential work for voice and piano of the 19th century. \nThroughout their performance of this cycle of 24 songs\, tenor Christopher Hossfeld and pianist Trevor Berens weave haunting\nmelodies into the story of a homeless stranger traversing a metaphorical winter landscape. Reeling from the horrors of a frozen heart in a frozen world\, the stranger bares his most interior and private thoughts in this deeply human psychological struggle of resilience in the face of rejection\, death\, and trauma. Schubert’s highly sensitive and prophetic music inspires profound empathy\, not only for the stranger and his plight\, but also for anyone today seeking safety\, community\, and belonging. More information can be learned at www.winterreise.net. \nThis program at Fivesparks will consist of a brief presentation about the works as well as translation of lyrics for everyone.   \nSunday\, October 26\, 2025. 4:00-5:30pm. $20.  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/schubert-winterriese/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250710T140005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T173844Z
UID:10002763-1761420600-1761427800@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Off Brand Comedy Improv Troupe
DESCRIPTION:We are a local comedy improv troupe comprised of actors and improvisors who have been performing at different locations around the area since 2018. We love what we do\, and love bringing JOY and LAUGHTER to the world! \nOur Improv shows are appropriate for adult and young adult audiences (not for kids). We love to have fun\, but we do not pull anyone on stage against their willing participation. If we have a game where we ask for a volunteer to join us\, then we take someone who has raised their hand. \nOne performance on Saturday\, October 25th\, 7:30pm.  Tickets $18 in advance\, $20 at the door.  \nDoors open at 6:30pm. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. \nRESERVE TICKETS HERE \nFivesparks is an ADA-accessible venue.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/off-brand-comedy-improv-troupe-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:speaking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250916T173127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T202141Z
UID:10002799-1761127200-1761136200@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-10-22/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250916T173127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T202141Z
UID:10002798-1760522400-1760531400@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Pastel Painting with Ann Gillespie - Fall Session
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPastel painting with a focus on local landscape. \nAnn will cover the basics of her process along with exploring composition\, values\, color and mark-making. She 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 with questions\, to register and for list of supplies. This class is appropriate for adults.  $330/participant. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-with-ann-gillespie-fall-session/2025-10-15/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250710T143913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T134854Z
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SUMMARY:Etudes in the Gallery: a Benefit Concert on Piano for the Fivesparks Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pianist D.J. Cleavinger returns to the Fivesparks gallery for an intimate night of music\, ranging from Beethoven’s dramatic Pathétique Sonata to the harmony of Schubert and Debussy. Some Bernstein closes the first half\, and the breathtaking journey of Chopin’s 12 Etudes\, Opus 10 serves as the second half. Proceeds from this recital benefit the annual Fivesparks Music Festival. \nBIO:  \nA native of Cincinnati\, OH\, D.J. Cleavinger grew up in an array of artistic activities: piano and voice study\, leading roles in musical theatre productions\, studio art classes – earning three gold key awards in the National Scholastic Competition\, and various genres of choral singing through churches\, schools\, and the Cincinnati May Festival Youth Chorus. He completed his Bachelor of Music in 2021 at Miami University of Ohio\, and his Master of Music from Boston University in 2025 as a student of Pavel Nersessian. \nD.J. has performed at summer festivals in Austria\, Germany\, Maryland\, Massachusetts\, New Hampshire\, North Carolina\, Ohio\, Puerto Rico\, and Spain; he has studied with esteemed artists such as Dror Biran\, Kenneth Griffiths\, Jihye Chang\, Frank Huang\, Siok Lian Tan\, and Asiya Korepanova. Since age 14\, D.J. has served in various churches as pianist\, organist\, and vocalist. He is an avid reader\, a lover of languages\, and a frequent collaborator of both instrumental and vocal opportunities. \nFriday\, October 10\, 2025 \n7:30-9:00pm with intermission \nTICKETS \nGeneral Admission: $20\nSeniors  /  Students 12-18yrs: $15\nKids 12 and under: FREE \n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/etudes-in-the-gallery-a-benefit-concert-on-piano-for-the-fivesparks-music-festival/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250605T220351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T182514Z
UID:10002699-1751137200-1751142600@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Koan Jazz Quintet - Album Release Concert
DESCRIPTION:2nd Album Release – Tributaries by the Northampton based Jazz Quintet\, Koan.  \nAbout Koan and the music:\nKoan sprouted from our shared love and respect for the traditions of Black American music. This music is a powerful framework for communal storytelling\, which captures the energy\, beauty and poignant power of being human. Through our music we seek to tell our own stories and to bring our audiences into the expressive power of this artform. We approach each performance like a grand narrative weaving together our original music with arrangements which pay homage to the great innovators of modern jazz\, R&B\, funk\, and hip hop. We hope\, like any good movie\, this musical narrative will be not just nice to listen to\, but will immerse all in the stories we have to tell. \nHave a listen here!\nKoan began in the fall of 2024 out of a desire to play the music of the Second Great Quintet and Contemporary artists like Ambrose Akinmusire and Joel Ross as well as workshop our own compositions. As a collective we seek to support the projects and visions of our members. Our first album came out in June under the leadership of Mathew Mueller. We recently released our second album\, Ian Behrstock’s Tributaries. \n\n\n\nIan hails from Maynard and Boxborough and his family is from Harvard. The Fivesparks concert brings his music back to his original community. Ian still has very strong connections to the area through family and friends. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 28\, 7pm \nTICKETS $20 — AVAILABLE FOR ADVANCE PURCHASE \nOR at the door.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/koan-jazz-quintet-album-release-concert/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250609T184341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T113105Z
UID:10002702-1750428000-1750435200@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Masterclass with Michi Wiancko\, Composer / Violinist / Curator
DESCRIPTION:Masterclass with Michi Wiancko\, Composer / Violinist / Curator \n\nMICHI WIANCKO is a versatile and highly imaginative composer\, violinist\, and collaborator\, whose multi-faceted creative projects and organizational work prioritize artistic discovery\, as well as community resilience and social change. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/masterclass-with-michi-wiancko-composer-violinist-curator/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250609T184027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184027Z
UID:10002701-1750262400-1750267800@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Conversations with Ourselves
DESCRIPTION:Performers\, colleagues and teachers for more than 40 years\, festival co-directors Rhonda Rider and Judith Eissenberg sit down together and talk about the whats\, hows and whys they do what they do.\n \n \n \n \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/conversations-with-ourselves/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250609T183557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T141024Z
UID:10002700-1750082400-1750089600@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:New Music Listening Party with David Russell
DESCRIPTION:Cellist and contemporary music champion David Russell will present and discuss some of his favorite composers and pieces at an informal listening session on Monday afternoon.  Utilizing both live and recorded performances\, David will share his passion for iconoclastic voices and dive into the rich tapestry of styles and expression that make up today’s music.  Please join us for a stimulating afternoon of listening and conversation.\n \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/new-music-listening-party-with-david-russell/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250406T145715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T154158Z
UID:10002639-1748115000-1748122200@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Off-Brand Comedy Improv Troupe
DESCRIPTION:We are a local comedy improv troupe comprised of actors and improvisors who have been performing at different locations around the area since 2018. We love what we do\, and love bringing JOY and LAUGHTER to the world! \nOur Improv shows are appropriate for adult and young adult audiences (not for kids). We love to have fun\, but we do not pull anyone on stage against their willing participation. If we have a game where we ask for a volunteer to join us\, then we take someone who has raised their hand. \nTwo performances: May 23rd and 24th\, 7:30pm.  Tickets $18 in advance\, $20 at the door.  \nDoors open at 6:30pm. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. \nFivesparks is an ADA-accessible venue. \nADVANCE TICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nONLINE TICKET SALES END AT 12PM THE DAY OF THE SHOW. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR ($20). \nCome have some fun and laughter with us! 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/off-brand-comedy-improv-troupe/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:speaking,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250406T145715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T154158Z
UID:10002638-1748028600-1748035800@www.fivesparks.org
SUMMARY:Off-Brand Comedy Improv Troupe
DESCRIPTION:We are a local comedy improv troupe comprised of actors and improvisors who have been performing at different locations around the area since 2018. We love what we do\, and love bringing JOY and LAUGHTER to the world! \nOur Improv shows are appropriate for adult and young adult audiences (not for kids). We love to have fun\, but we do not pull anyone on stage against their willing participation. If we have a game where we ask for a volunteer to join us\, then we take someone who has raised their hand. \nTwo performances: May 23rd and 24th\, 7:30pm.  Tickets $18 in advance\, $20 at the door.  \nDoors open at 6:30pm. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. \nFivesparks is an ADA-accessible venue. \nADVANCE TICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nONLINE TICKET SALES END AT 12PM THE DAY OF THE SHOW. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR ($20). \nCome have some fun and laughter with us! 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/off-brand-comedy-improv-troupe/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:speaking,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T072441
CREATED:20250405T123621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T162210Z
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: CONSTELLATIONS\, by Nick Payne
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater is excited to announce its first show\, Constellations\, by British playwright Nick Payne.\nConstellations is set in the multiverse and explores the various versions of the evolving relationship between Marianne\, a theoretical physicist\, and Roland\, a beekeeper. In addition to being an acting tour de force\, the play is a provocative and poignant meditation on love\, friendship and possibility – as well as string theory and quantum mechanics.\nPerformance Dates: May 16 and 17\, 2025.  PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.\nNOTE: ONLINE TICKET SALES ENDED at 12:00pm. SEATING IS LIMITED\, but if seats remain\, tickets may be available at the door.  Fewer than 5 seats remain as of 12pm today. \nCAST \n \nMichelle Mount has been acting with theater companies in Massachusetts for the past twenty years. At Vokes Players\, her credits include: Sea Marks (Timothea)\, Communicating Doors (Jessica)\, Cyrano de Bergerac (Roxane)\, Harvey (Myrtle Mae)\, A Man of No Importance (Adele)\, Richard III (Lady Anne)\, Amadeus (Constanze). At Arlington Friends of the Drama: Court-Martial at Fort Devens (Lawson)\, Dancing at Lughnasa (Chris)\, Boeing Boeing (Gretchen)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell). At Concord Players: The 39 Steps (The Girl: Annabella\, Pamela\, Margaret)\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Maggie). At Quannapowitt Players: Dearly Beloved (Frankie). At Gazebo Players: Much Ado About Nothing (Hero). At Turtle Lane Playhouse: The Secret Garden (Martha). At Needham Community Theatre: The Crucible (Abigail). At Theater Company of Saugus: The Glass Menagerie (Laura). Michelle is a theater educator with a Master of Liberal Arts in Dramatic Arts from Harvard University Extension School. She completed the Advanced Graduate Study Program in Teacher Leadership at Brandeis University.  \n\nJason Myatt is thrilled to be a part of the inaugural Fivesparks Theater production! Jason has performed with many Boston-area theaters over the years\, with credits that include: Hovey Players: Stupid F#cking Bird (Sorn)\, The Clean House (Charles)\, Maytag Virgin (Jack)\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Bottom)\, Rocket Man (Donny)\, Twelfth Night (Malvolio). Umbrella Stage Company: The Minutes (Mr. Assalone)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Gilmer/Cunningham)\, Glengarry Glen Ross (Moss)\, Dear Elizabeth (Robert Lowell). Quannapowitt Players: Clybourne Park (Karl/Steve)\, Terra Nova (Evans)\, November (President Smith)\, Becky’s New Car (Steve)\, All My Sons (George)\, Much Ado About Nothing (Dogberry). Acme Theater: Brooklyn Boy (Eric)\, Moon Over the Brewery (Warren)\, Coyote on a Fence (Brennan)\, Self Help (Hal). Vokes Theater: Murder on the Orient Express (Ratchett)\, Sense and Sensibility (Colonel Brandon)\, Bus Stop (Dr Lyman). Burlington Players: The Book of Will (John Heminges). Theatre Cooperative: Endgame (Clov)\, Waiting For Godot (Lucky)\, Romulus (Romulus)\, The Taming Of The Shrew (Petruchio). \nDirector\, Producer:  Bob Eiland\nStage Manager:  Carolyn Mitchell\nScene Design:  Chris Kimball\nSign Language Consultant and Production Photographer:  Sanjay Gulati \nBob Eiland has directed\, acted in\, written and produced a great many shows over the years\, including in venues such as Stageloft Rep\, Arlington Friends of the Drama\, Image Theatre of Lowell\, Cannon Theatre where he is on the Board\, and Fivesparks Theater.  He is founder of the Shakespeare in the Park group\, The Gazebo Players; and for over a decade produced\, directed and acted in staged readings of Old Time Radio Theater shows for Harvard Friends of the Arts.   Some of his favorite directorial endeavors include The Miracle Worker\, To Kill a Mockingbird\, Night of the Iguana and Arsenic and Old Lace.  Some of his favorite acting roles include Charly in Flowers for Algernon\, John Proctor in The Crucible\, Ford in Merry Wives of Windsor\, Dogberry in Much Ado About Nothing\, Mortimer in Arsenic and Old Lace\, Biff in Death of a Salesman and Sam in Philosophical Differences\, one of his original plays.  \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/fivesparks-theater-presents-constellations-by-nick-payne/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: CONSTELLATIONS\, by Nick Payne
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater is excited to announce its first show\, Constellations\, by British playwright Nick Payne.\nConstellations is set in the multiverse and explores the various versions of the evolving relationship between Marianne\, a theoretical physicist\, and Roland\, a beekeeper. In addition to being an acting tour de force\, the play is a provocative and poignant meditation on love\, friendship and possibility – as well as string theory and quantum mechanics.\nPerformance Dates:  May 16 and 17\, 2025.  PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.\nNOTE: ONLINE TICKET SALES END at 12:00pm on the performance date.\nSEATING IS LIMITED\, but if seats remain\, tickets may be purchased at the door!  ** Fewer than 12 seats remain for each show as of today. ** \nCAST \n \nMichelle Mount has been acting with theater companies in Massachusetts for the past twenty years. At Vokes Players\, her credits include: Sea Marks (Timothea)\, Communicating Doors (Jessica)\, Cyrano de Bergerac (Roxane)\, Harvey (Myrtle Mae)\, A Man of No Importance (Adele)\, Richard III (Lady Anne)\, Amadeus (Constanze). At Arlington Friends of the Drama: Court-Martial at Fort Devens (Lawson)\, Dancing at Lughnasa (Chris)\, Boeing Boeing (Gretchen)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell). At Concord Players: The 39 Steps (The Girl: Annabella\, Pamela\, Margaret)\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Maggie). At Quannapowitt Players: Dearly Beloved (Frankie). At Gazebo Players: Much Ado About Nothing (Hero). At Turtle Lane Playhouse: The Secret Garden (Martha). At Needham Community Theatre: The Crucible (Abigail). At Theater Company of Saugus: The Glass Menagerie (Laura). Michelle is a theater educator with a Master of Liberal Arts in Dramatic Arts from Harvard University Extension School. She completed the Advanced Graduate Study Program in Teacher Leadership at Brandeis University.  \n\nJason Myatt is thrilled to be a part of the inaugural Fivesparks Theater production! Jason has performed with many Boston-area theaters over the years\, with credits that include: Hovey Players: Stupid F#cking Bird (Sorn)\, The Clean House (Charles)\, Maytag Virgin (Jack)\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Bottom)\, Rocket Man (Donny)\, Twelfth Night (Malvolio). Umbrella Stage Company: The Minutes (Mr. Assalone)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Gilmer/Cunningham)\, Glengarry Glen Ross (Moss)\, Dear Elizabeth (Robert Lowell). Quannapowitt Players: Clybourne Park (Karl/Steve)\, Terra Nova (Evans)\, November (President Smith)\, Becky’s New Car (Steve)\, All My Sons (George)\, Much Ado About Nothing (Dogberry). Acme Theater: Brooklyn Boy (Eric)\, Moon Over the Brewery (Warren)\, Coyote on a Fence (Brennan)\, Self Help (Hal). Vokes Theater: Murder on the Orient Express (Ratchett)\, Sense and Sensibility (Colonel Brandon)\, Bus Stop (Dr Lyman). Burlington Players: The Book of Will (John Heminges). Theatre Cooperative: Endgame (Clov)\, Waiting For Godot (Lucky)\, Romulus (Romulus)\, The Taming Of The Shrew (Petruchio). \nDirector\, Producer:  Bob Eiland\nStage Manager:  Carolyn Mitchell\nScene Design:  Chris Kimball\nSign Language Consultant and Production Photographer:  Sanjay Gulati \nBob Eiland has directed\, acted in\, written and produced a great many shows over the years\, including in venues such as Stageloft Rep\, Arlington Friends of the Drama\, Image Theatre of Lowell\, Cannon Theatre where he is on the Board\, and Fivesparks Theater.  He is founder of the Shakespeare in the Park group\, The Gazebo Players; and for over a decade produced\, directed and acted in staged readings of Old Time Radio Theater shows for Harvard Friends of the Arts.   Some of his favorite directorial endeavors include The Miracle Worker\, To Kill a Mockingbird\, Night of the Iguana and Arsenic and Old Lace.  Some of his favorite acting roles include Charly in Flowers for Algernon\, John Proctor in The Crucible\, Ford in Merry Wives of Windsor\, Dogberry in Much Ado About Nothing\, Mortimer in Arsenic and Old Lace\, Biff in Death of a Salesman and Sam in Philosophical Differences\, one of his original plays.  \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/constellations-by-nick-payne-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Fivesparks Theater presents: CONSTELLATIONS\, by Nick Payne
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks Theater is excited to announce its first show\, Constellations\, by British playwright Nick Payne.\nConstellations is set in the multiverse and explores the various versions of the evolving relationship between Marianne\, a theoretical physicist\, and Roland\, a beekeeper. In addition to being an acting tour de force\, the play is a provocative and poignant meditation on love\, friendship and possibility – as well as string theory and quantum mechanics.\nPerformance Dates: May 15\, 16 and 17\, 2025.  PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.\nNOTE: ONLINE TICKET SALES END at 12:00pm on the performance date. \nSEATING IS LIMITED\, but if seats remain\, tickets may be purchased at the door. Fewer than 10 seats remain as of today at 10am. \nCAST \n \nMichelle Mount has been acting with theater companies in Massachusetts for the past twenty years. At Vokes Players\, her credits include: Sea Marks (Timothea)\, Communicating Doors (Jessica)\, Cyrano de Bergerac (Roxane)\, Harvey (Myrtle Mae)\, A Man of No Importance (Adele)\, Richard III (Lady Anne)\, Amadeus (Constanze). At Arlington Friends of the Drama: Court-Martial at Fort Devens (Lawson)\, Dancing at Lughnasa (Chris)\, Boeing Boeing (Gretchen)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell). At Concord Players: The 39 Steps (The Girl: Annabella\, Pamela\, Margaret)\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Maggie). At Quannapowitt Players: Dearly Beloved (Frankie). At Gazebo Players: Much Ado About Nothing (Hero). At Turtle Lane Playhouse: The Secret Garden (Martha). At Needham Community Theatre: The Crucible (Abigail). At Theater Company of Saugus: The Glass Menagerie (Laura). Michelle is a theater educator with a Master of Liberal Arts in Dramatic Arts from Harvard University Extension School. She completed the Advanced Graduate Study Program in Teacher Leadership at Brandeis University.  \n\nJason Myatt is thrilled to be a part of the inaugural Fivesparks Theater production! Jason has performed with many Boston-area theaters over the years\, with credits that include: Hovey Players: Stupid F#cking Bird (Sorn)\, The Clean House (Charles)\, Maytag Virgin (Jack)\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Bottom)\, Rocket Man (Donny)\, Twelfth Night (Malvolio). Umbrella Stage Company: The Minutes (Mr. Assalone)\, To Kill a Mockingbird (Gilmer/Cunningham)\, Glengarry Glen Ross (Moss)\, Dear Elizabeth (Robert Lowell). Quannapowitt Players: Clybourne Park (Karl/Steve)\, Terra Nova (Evans)\, November (President Smith)\, Becky’s New Car (Steve)\, All My Sons (George)\, Much Ado About Nothing (Dogberry). Acme Theater: Brooklyn Boy (Eric)\, Moon Over the Brewery (Warren)\, Coyote on a Fence (Brennan)\, Self Help (Hal). Vokes Theater: Murder on the Orient Express (Ratchett)\, Sense and Sensibility (Colonel Brandon)\, Bus Stop (Dr Lyman). Burlington Players: The Book of Will (John Heminges). Theatre Cooperative: Endgame (Clov)\, Waiting For Godot (Lucky)\, Romulus (Romulus)\, The Taming Of The Shrew (Petruchio). \nDirector\, Producer:  Bob Eiland\nStage Manager:  Carolyn Mitchell\nScene Design:  Chris Kimball\nSign Language Consultant and Production Photographer:  Sanjay Gulati \nBob Eiland has directed\, acted in\, written and produced a great many shows over the years\, including in venues such as Stageloft Rep\, Arlington Friends of the Drama\, Image Theatre of Lowell\, Cannon Theatre where he is on the Board\, and Fivesparks Theater.  He is founder of the Shakespeare in the Park group\, The Gazebo Players; and for over a decade produced\, directed and acted in staged readings of Old Time Radio Theater shows for Harvard Friends of the Arts.   Some of his favorite directorial endeavors include The Miracle Worker\, To Kill a Mockingbird\, Night of the Iguana and Arsenic and Old Lace.  Some of his favorite acting roles include Charly in Flowers for Algernon\, John Proctor in The Crucible\, Ford in Merry Wives of Windsor\, Dogberry in Much Ado About Nothing\, Mortimer in Arsenic and Old Lace\, Biff in Death of a Salesman and Sam in Philosophical Differences\, one of his original plays.  \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/fivesparks-theater-presents-constellations-by-nick-payne-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Pastel Painting - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:This session will cover landscape and general pastel painting techniques. \nAnn will cover topics of composition\, color and mark-making in this session. Each class will start with a demo followed by plenty of one-on-one feedback at your easel. If you are new to pastels this class will also cover all the basics to get you started with exploring this diverse medium. \nAll pastel levels are welcome but some previous drawing or painting experience is necessary.   \n$300. \nSix Wednesdays\, March 26 – May 7\, 2025 (no class on 4/23) \n10:00am-12:30pm  \nContact Ann to register and for a supply list and with any questions you have. \n\nemail: agillespieart@gmail.com                      anngillespieart.com
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/pastel-painting-spring-session/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Gillespie":MAILTO:agillespieart@gmail.com
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