BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fivesparks - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Fivesparks X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.fivesparks.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fivesparks REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T204032Z CREATED:20260313T012755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T204032Z UID:10003046-1780142400-1780156800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Last day to view DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the amazing celebration of Birds! \nLast day to view is Saturday\, May 30\, 2026. 12:00-4:00pm.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-last-day-to-view/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T145435Z CREATED:20260414T022415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T145435Z UID:10003473-1780138800-1780142400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Live Bird Show! DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss This!  Come to Fivesparks to see the Birds! exhibit one last time and be marveled by some REAL feathered friends! \nJoin Bethany Boucher of Amazing Animal Ambassadors to learn about a wide range of birds from parrots\, birds of prey and more. \nSome of the birds you might see include a macaw\, cockatoo\, kookaburra\, green aracari\, great horned owl\, red tailed hawk and raven. \n \nThis is a special event to mark the end of our art exhibit Birds!  \nThe event is $5 per person\, all ages. Registration is required to ensure enough space for everyone.    \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-live-bird-show/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,kids,live,speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Live-BIRD-Show-Instagram-Post-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T235003Z CREATED:20260414T014606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T235003Z UID:10003470-1778914800-1778925600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Fruitlands DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\n7:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nFruitlands Museum\, Harvard \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group and Brookline Bird Club for a guided bird walk on the Fruitlands grounds. We will look for resident species including Indigo Bunting\, Savannah Sparrow\, Hermit Thrush\, Scarlet Tanager\, Veery\, Blue-headed Vireo\, Wild Turkey\, American Kestrel\, and a variety of warblers. \nExpect to walk about two miles on trails through meadows and woods\, with some steep sections. Prepare for ticks. We will bird at the meeting location for about 30 minutes so any latecomers can catch up. \nMeeting place: Top parking lot at Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Road\, Harvard. \nLeaders: Sandy Oxley\, Rita Grossman  \nHow to join: Please contact Sandy Oxley (cassandra.oxley@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \nDirections\neBird Hotspot \nThe group will visit Fivesparks after the walk to view the art exhibit Birds!  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/guided-bird-walk-with-boxborough-birders/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/yesman111-blue-8186653-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T164642Z CREATED:20260414T013015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T164642Z UID:10003469-1778266800-1778272200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event - Birds\, Bats & Bugs: The Underlying Unity of Flight Lecture DESCRIPTION:Birds\, Bats & Bugs: The Underlying Unity of Flight\, Richard Fichera.  \nTHERE IS NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM. This lecture is FREE for all to attend.\nRichard’s background spans 50 years in the computer industry with strong interests in a number of related technical fields and an undergraduate engineering\, math and science background at UC Berkeley. His interest in birds began about 7 years ago when he retired and immediately took the Cornell Bird Biology course. \nRichard’s curiosity about avian flight was piqued when he attended a lecture at Joppa Flats in Newburyport where a statement was made that bats use a different mechanism than birds to fly and somehow “swim” through the air. Richard dug into this topic using his technical background to explore animal flight mechanics\, and developed this presentation both as a way to educate himself and share his learning with others.  \nJoin us at Fivesparks during the Birds! Exhibit to learn about flight from Richard\, member of the Boxborough Birders.  \nThis lecture is FREE for all to attend.  Friday\, May 8\, 7pm.  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-birds-bats-bugs-the-underlying-unity-of-flight-lecture/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/arm-and-wings.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T170415Z CREATED:20260323T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T170415Z UID:10003053-1777626000-1777629600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Music is Meditation DESCRIPTION:Age-old practices of meditation\, such as Zen\, remain an effective means of promoting stress-reduction and attaining self-awareness. \nThis series\, entitled “Music is Meditation\,” will explore the possibilities of using “musical mantras” in the place of verbal ones in the practice of collective meditation. \nEach session will entail two 20-minute meditation periods\, each employing recurrent musical motives or tranquil meandering themes\, played on keyboard\, as a focus for inward centering. \nThe first meeting will begin with a brief introduction to the practice of collective meditation. \nParticipants should wear comfortable clothing\, and bring a small mat if intending to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided. \nMusic is Meditation will meet weekly at 9:00am- 10:00am on Friday mornings for 4 sessions (April 3\, 10\, 17 and May 1\, skipping April 24 for school break)\nFee for the 4 class series is $50.\nClick HERE to Register for Music is Meditation URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/music-is-meditation/2026-05-01/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Music-is-Meditation1-Kevin-Moll-0617.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Moll":MAILTO:moll_kn@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T135925Z CREATED:20260414T115139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T135925Z UID:10003474-1777399200-1777406400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Book Club with the Boxborough Birders DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to join the Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club for their first meeting at Fivesparks as part of the exciting Birds! exhibit!\nThe Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club carries the theme of Birds and Birding books.  For this special meeting\, the book to discuss is The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan.  \nThis is not only a book about birding but also a reflection on human experience and the beauty of nature.  It encourages readers to observe and appreciate the world around them\, even in the most mundane and seemingly uninteresting aspects.   \nThe book’s themes and content can lead to engaging discussions about the following questions: \n\nHow do you approach birding and nature observation? What makes it enjoyable and meaningful to you?\nWhat personal experiences have you had with birds? How have they impacted your life?\nHow do you think the book’s themes of curiosity\, observation\, and connection to nature can be applied in your\n daily life?\nWhat are some of the most significant bird memories you have? How do they relate to your life and experiences?\nHow can birding help you understand and appreciate the natural world and its inhabitants?\n\nThese discussion questions can help readers connect with the book’s themes and deepen their understanding of the impact of birding on their lives and the world around them.  \nThis event is FREE to attend\, but please register HERE so we can plan accordingly.  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  \nTuesday\, April 28th\, 6pm.   URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-book-club-with-the-boxborough-birders/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tumisu-book-5694128-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260321T214214Z CREATED:20260309T181219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T214214Z UID:10003032-1777111200-1777118400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Taiwan Mahjong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Taiwan Mahjong is easy to learn and fun to play with friends. It is a four-player’s game but different than American version and doesn’t require to purchase a play card yearly. Once you know how\, you can play with anyone. Let’s grab a friend and learn it together. \nMeets on Saturday mornings 10:00am – 12:00pm: 3/28/2026\, 4/11/2026\, 4/18/2026\, 4/25/2026 (no class on 4/04/2026) \n$150 for 4 class series. \nTo sign up\, please contact the instructor\, Fay Childers at faychilders@gmail.com. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/taiwan-mahjong-for-beginners-2/2026-04-25/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Mahjong1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fay Childers":MAILTO:faychilders@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260403T203846Z CREATED:20260403T203806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T203846Z UID:10003457-1776556800-1780185599@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks and the Boxborough Birders present BIRDS!\, a curated art exhibition exploring and celebrating the wonder\, beauty\, and diversity of birds.\n \nFeaturing works that interpret the theme of BIRDS! that reflect not only birds themselves\, but also their habits\, homes\, interactions\, impacts\, and traces. Come enjoy wonderful bird-themed artwork by local\, regional and artists across the USA in a variety of mediums.\n \nParticipate in bird-themed programs\, all during prime bird-watching\, migratory season. You can see all the Birds! exhibit-related events HERE. \n \nOn view April 18 – May 30\, 2026. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T203434Z CREATED:20260313T012540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T203434Z UID:10003045-1776528000-1776535200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! Art Exhibit Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fivesparks in appreciating  the magnificence of birds and the artists who celebrate them in their art. \nOpening reception open to all\, refreshments offered from 4:00-6:00pm.  \nSaturday\, April 18\, 2026. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-art-exhibit-reception/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260321T214214Z CREATED:20260309T181219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T214214Z UID:10003031-1776506400-1776513600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Taiwan Mahjong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Taiwan Mahjong is easy to learn and fun to play with friends. It is a four-player’s game but different than American version and doesn’t require to purchase a play card yearly. Once you know how\, you can play with anyone. Let’s grab a friend and learn it together. \nMeets on Saturday mornings 10:00am – 12:00pm: 3/28/2026\, 4/11/2026\, 4/18/2026\, 4/25/2026 (no class on 4/04/2026) \n$150 for 4 class series. \nTo sign up\, please contact the instructor\, Fay Childers at faychilders@gmail.com. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/taiwan-mahjong-for-beginners-2/2026-04-18/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Mahjong1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fay Childers":MAILTO:faychilders@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTSTAMP:20260403T202753Z CREATED:20260207T164215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T202753Z UID:10002967-1776470400-1776556799@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Birds! DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks and the Boxborough Birders present BIRDS!\, a curated art exhibition exploring and celebrating the wonder\, beauty\, and diversity of birds.\n \nFeaturing works that interpret the theme of BIRDS! that reflect not only birds themselves\, but also their habits\, homes\, interactions\, impacts\, and traces. Come enjoy wonderful bird-themed artwork by local\, regional and artists across the USA in a variety of mediums.\n \nParticipate in bird-themed programs\, all during prime bird-watching\, migratory season. You can see all the Birds! exhibit-related events HERE. \n \nOn view April 18 – May 30\, 2026.\n \nOpening Reception (free to all) on Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, 4-6pm.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/exhibit-birds/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T170415Z CREATED:20260323T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T170415Z UID:10003052-1776416400-1776420000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Music is Meditation DESCRIPTION:Age-old practices of meditation\, such as Zen\, remain an effective means of promoting stress-reduction and attaining self-awareness. \nThis series\, entitled “Music is Meditation\,” will explore the possibilities of using “musical mantras” in the place of verbal ones in the practice of collective meditation. \nEach session will entail two 20-minute meditation periods\, each employing recurrent musical motives or tranquil meandering themes\, played on keyboard\, as a focus for inward centering. \nThe first meeting will begin with a brief introduction to the practice of collective meditation. \nParticipants should wear comfortable clothing\, and bring a small mat if intending to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided. \nMusic is Meditation will meet weekly at 9:00am- 10:00am on Friday mornings for 4 sessions (April 3\, 10\, 17 and May 1\, skipping April 24 for school break)\nFee for the 4 class series is $50.\nClick HERE to Register for Music is Meditation URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/music-is-meditation/2026-04-17/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Music-is-Meditation1-Kevin-Moll-0617.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Moll":MAILTO:moll_kn@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260125T174325Z CREATED:20260125T174120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T174325Z UID:10002950-1775908800-1775923200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Last Day to View: Orchard Women of Harvard DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\, 12-4pm \n– This is the last day to view the photographs\, artwork and history featured in the exhibit Orchard Women of Harvard.  \n \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-day-to-view-orchard-women-of-harvard/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260321T214214Z CREATED:20260309T181219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T214214Z UID:10003030-1775901600-1775908800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Taiwan Mahjong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Taiwan Mahjong is easy to learn and fun to play with friends. It is a four-player’s game but different than American version and doesn’t require to purchase a play card yearly. Once you know how\, you can play with anyone. Let’s grab a friend and learn it together. \nMeets on Saturday mornings 10:00am – 12:00pm: 3/28/2026\, 4/11/2026\, 4/18/2026\, 4/25/2026 (no class on 4/04/2026) \n$150 for 4 class series. \nTo sign up\, please contact the instructor\, Fay Childers at faychilders@gmail.com. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/taiwan-mahjong-for-beginners-2/2026-04-11/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Mahjong1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fay Childers":MAILTO:faychilders@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T170415Z CREATED:20260323T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T170415Z UID:10003051-1775811600-1775815200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Music is Meditation DESCRIPTION:Age-old practices of meditation\, such as Zen\, remain an effective means of promoting stress-reduction and attaining self-awareness. \nThis series\, entitled “Music is Meditation\,” will explore the possibilities of using “musical mantras” in the place of verbal ones in the practice of collective meditation. \nEach session will entail two 20-minute meditation periods\, each employing recurrent musical motives or tranquil meandering themes\, played on keyboard\, as a focus for inward centering. \nThe first meeting will begin with a brief introduction to the practice of collective meditation. \nParticipants should wear comfortable clothing\, and bring a small mat if intending to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided. \nMusic is Meditation will meet weekly at 9:00am- 10:00am on Friday mornings for 4 sessions (April 3\, 10\, 17 and May 1\, skipping April 24 for school break)\nFee for the 4 class series is $50.\nClick HERE to Register for Music is Meditation URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/music-is-meditation/2026-04-10/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Music-is-Meditation1-Kevin-Moll-0617.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Moll":MAILTO:moll_kn@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T170415Z CREATED:20260323T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T170415Z UID:10003050-1775206800-1775210400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Music is Meditation DESCRIPTION:Age-old practices of meditation\, such as Zen\, remain an effective means of promoting stress-reduction and attaining self-awareness. \nThis series\, entitled “Music is Meditation\,” will explore the possibilities of using “musical mantras” in the place of verbal ones in the practice of collective meditation. \nEach session will entail two 20-minute meditation periods\, each employing recurrent musical motives or tranquil meandering themes\, played on keyboard\, as a focus for inward centering. \nThe first meeting will begin with a brief introduction to the practice of collective meditation. \nParticipants should wear comfortable clothing\, and bring a small mat if intending to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided. \nMusic is Meditation will meet weekly at 9:00am- 10:00am on Friday mornings for 4 sessions (April 3\, 10\, 17 and May 1\, skipping April 24 for school break)\nFee for the 4 class series is $50.\nClick HERE to Register for Music is Meditation URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/music-is-meditation/2026-04-03/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Music-is-Meditation1-Kevin-Moll-0617.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Moll":MAILTO:moll_kn@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260310T123216Z CREATED:20260205T234701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T123216Z UID:10002966-1774857600-1774882800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:10th Annual Bloom N Art - School Viewing Hours DESCRIPTION:Special open hours for students\, teachers and administrators to view the Bloom N Art exhibit. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/10th-annual-bloom-n-art-school-viewing-hours/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T160000 DTSTAMP:20260310T123143Z CREATED:20260205T233800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T123143Z UID:10002964-1774785600-1774800000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:10th Annual Bloom N Art Show DESCRIPTION:In the tradition of prestigious museums\, the Garden Club of Harvard created a wonderful event celebrating the relationship between artwork and floral arrangements.  \nIn partnership with the Bromfield School Art Department and Fivesparks\, the Garden Club of Harvard is proud to present its 10th annual Bloom N Art show. This year we are celebrating the 10th year of an amazing collaboration and recognizing how it’s founder and all 10 years of amazing student and floral art.  Come and celebrate with us!  \nFree and open to the public\, this event highlights artwork created by middle and high school students from The Bromfield School.  This year\, we are excited to also include students from the Hildreth Elementary School. Artwork is paired with Garden Club members\, who interpret the artwork in amazing\, beautiful\, creative and unique floral arrangements. \nThis is a true multi-generational\, community-wide event!   \nBloom N Art is on view at Fivesparks Saturday\, March 28th from 10am-4pm and Sunday March 29th from 12-4pm.  \nThere is a private reception for student artists and their families\, school teachers and administration and the Garden Club of Harvard floral arrangers on Friday March 27th. The show is open for additional viewing by The Bromfield School classes\, students\, teachers and administrators on Monday\, March 30th.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/10th-annual-bloom-n-art-show/2026-03-29/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000 DTSTAMP:20260310T123143Z CREATED:20260205T233800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T123143Z UID:10002963-1774692000-1774713600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:10th Annual Bloom N Art Show DESCRIPTION:In the tradition of prestigious museums\, the Garden Club of Harvard created a wonderful event celebrating the relationship between artwork and floral arrangements.  \nIn partnership with the Bromfield School Art Department and Fivesparks\, the Garden Club of Harvard is proud to present its 10th annual Bloom N Art show. This year we are celebrating the 10th year of an amazing collaboration and recognizing how it’s founder and all 10 years of amazing student and floral art.  Come and celebrate with us!  \nFree and open to the public\, this event highlights artwork created by middle and high school students from The Bromfield School.  This year\, we are excited to also include students from the Hildreth Elementary School. Artwork is paired with Garden Club members\, who interpret the artwork in amazing\, beautiful\, creative and unique floral arrangements. \nThis is a true multi-generational\, community-wide event!   \nBloom N Art is on view at Fivesparks Saturday\, March 28th from 10am-4pm and Sunday March 29th from 12-4pm.  \nThere is a private reception for student artists and their families\, school teachers and administration and the Garden Club of Harvard floral arrangers on Friday March 27th. The show is open for additional viewing by The Bromfield School classes\, students\, teachers and administrators on Monday\, March 30th.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/10th-annual-bloom-n-art-show/2026-03-28/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T120000 DTSTAMP:20260321T214214Z CREATED:20260309T181219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T214214Z UID:10003029-1774692000-1774699200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Taiwan Mahjong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Taiwan Mahjong is easy to learn and fun to play with friends. It is a four-player’s game but different than American version and doesn’t require to purchase a play card yearly. Once you know how\, you can play with anyone. Let’s grab a friend and learn it together. \nMeets on Saturday mornings 10:00am – 12:00pm: 3/28/2026\, 4/11/2026\, 4/18/2026\, 4/25/2026 (no class on 4/04/2026) \n$150 for 4 class series. \nTo sign up\, please contact the instructor\, Fay Childers at faychilders@gmail.com. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/taiwan-mahjong-for-beginners-2/2026-03-28/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Mahjong1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fay Childers":MAILTO:faychilders@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000 DTSTAMP:20260310T122454Z CREATED:20260205T234206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T122454Z UID:10002965-1774630800-1774638000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:10th Annual Bloom N Art - Private Reception DESCRIPTION:Student artists\, their families\, Bromfield and Hildreth school teachers and administration\, Garden Club of Harvard floral arrangers and Board members and Fivesparks Board members are invited for a private reception to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Bloom N Art.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/10th-annual-bloom-n-art-private-reception/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T170000 DTSTAMP:20260125T174209Z CREATED:20260125T172720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T174209Z UID:10002949-1772982000-1772989200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Orchard Women of Harvard DESCRIPTION:Visit Fivesparks on Sunday\, March 8 to meet the artists and orchardists featured in Orchard Women of Harvard.  \nLight refreshments served.  Free and open to all!  \nSunday\, March 8\, 3:00-5:00pm \n \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/art-exhibit-opening-reception-orchard-women-of-harvard/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTSTAMP:20260201T183542Z CREATED:20260125T165730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T183542Z UID:10002948-1772236800-1775951999@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Orchard Women of Harvard DESCRIPTION:In late summer and early fall\, city-dwellers and locals are drawn to the beautiful orchards of Harvard\, Massachusetts to pick fruit straight from the trees.  For the past few years\, photographer Ellen Harasimowicz has visited four of these orchards in all seasons\, searching for the extraordinary within the ordinary. \n In this International Year of the Woman Farmer *\, she presents an exhibition of four women who own and manage these local orchards. Two grew up in the business\, one married into it\, and one revived an abandoned orchard and made it organic. The women\, whose ages span decades\, are strong and productive like their fruit trees. Both the women and their trees embody beauty\, resilience\, and hope\, while providing rootedness and nourishment for their community. The orchardists face similar climate and economic challenges\, but each finds her own way to meet them. \nThis exhibition is a collaboration with the orchardists  – Pam Lawson (Doe Orchards) and Linda Hoffman (Old Frog Pond Farm)\, who are showing their artwork alongside Ellen’s photography\, and Stephanie Green O’Keefe (Westward Orchards) and Katie Carlson (Carlson Orchards)\, who are contributing family stories and photos. \nOn view February 28\, 2026 – April 11\, 2026. \nMeet the artists and orchardists at the Opening Reception\, free and open to all\, Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 3:00-5:00pm. \n*The United Nations declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer. \n  \nThis program is funded in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/orchard-women-of-harvard/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T160000 DTSTAMP:20260109T120650Z CREATED:20260107T172457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T120650Z UID:10002872-1768658400-1768665600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception for Artists in Residence 2026 DESCRIPTION:Come meet the artists participating in our 4th Annual Artists in Residence (AIR) program! \nOn Saturday\, January 17th\, 2-4pm\, please come and join us as we introduce this year’s artists.  It’s a chance to meet them in person\, chat about what they hope to do during their 6 weeks in the temporary studios scattered throughout our beautiful\, historic building. \nParticipating Artists  \nJohn Haiduk (Lowell\, MA) – Acrylic \nAnn Marie Hershberger (Bolton\, MA) – Multimedia\nGina Kalenderian (Lancaster\, MA) – Oil & Watercolor\nOreon Mode (Sudbury\, MA) – Multimedia\nSuzan Osborn (Harvard\, MA) – Oil\nAnne Swinton (Northborough\, MA) – Clay\nCorinne Walker (Lancaster\, MA) – Pastels\nJudy Warner (Harvard\, MA) – Oil\n \n\nFree and open to all.  Light refreshments available.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/opening-reception-for-artists-in-residence-2026/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:AIR,exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AIR-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222 DTSTAMP:20260112T185026Z CREATED:20251221T211931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T185026Z UID:10002865-1768608000-1771718399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Artists in Residence (AIR) Program 2026 DESCRIPTION:For what has now become an annual tradition\, Fivesparks is thrilled to invite artists into our historic building for 6 weeks of communal creativity for our Artists in Residence (AIR) Program. We also welcome the public to observe\, visit and interact with artists while they work. \nAIR26 runs from Saturday\, January 17 – Saturday\, February 21\, 2026. The multi-week event will kick off with a reception\, open to all on January 17\, 2-4pm.  \nIn addition to interaction and observation\, all artists will have art to sell\, arranged as the Artists in Residence Exhibition. \nStop in often to see what’s happening: Tuesdays-Fridays 10am-4pm and Saturdays 12-4pm URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/artists-in-residence-air-program-2026/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:AIR,art,exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/people-2562024_1280.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T201500 DTSTAMP:20251025T151652Z CREATED:20251025T151536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T151652Z UID:10002820-1766169000-1766175300@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Felt a Reindeer DESCRIPTION:Felted Reindeer\nFriday\, 12/19\n6:30-8:15pm\nThis class is open to adults and teens (13 yrs+). Youth 10-12 years old can join with an adult.  $30 \nJoin fiber artist Rachel Benson to learn the art of needle felting while creating an adorable little reindeer. Perfect for the winter season! \nFor more info or to sign up click HERE: URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/felt-a-reindeer-2/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:art,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RB-Reindeer-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Benson":MAILTO:rachelbenson@thefiberweb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000 DTSTAMP:20251209T163642Z CREATED:20251104T231417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T163642Z UID:10002850-1765713600-1765728000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread Showcase! Competition & Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Gingerbread Showcase! Competition & Exhibit\nWhat better place to delight in the tradition of gingerbread houses (and gingerbread boats\, trains and other creations) than at Fivesparks\, in Harvard’s picture-postcard town center?\nCome join us in celebrating this age-old winter tradition and witness the edible marvels created by your neighbors\, friends and fellow community members. Or\, take the opportunity to show off one of your OWN creations!  \nThe amazing displays will be on view at Fivesparks for all to enjoy on Saturday\, December 13th from 10am-4pm and Sunday December 14th from 12-4pm.  \nThe following categories will be judged for some amazing prizes:  \n\nAdult Individual\nTeen Individual (aged 13-17)\nGroup (any group of people\, all ages\, collaborating on one display)\n\nAdditionally\, there is a non-competitive\, display-only category.  \nA reception and awards ceremony will happen on Saturday\, December 13th\, 2-4PM. \nThe Gingerbread Showcase is a free event for the community and all Fivesparks visitors to enjoy!  \n*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-\nWhile the Gingerbread Showcase exhibit is free to the public\, we invite visitors to support our neighbors facing food insecurity by bringing in a non-perishable food item — such as a baking mix — for our Loaves and Fishes donation basket\, or by making a cash donation using the QR code at the donation table. \nThe donation table will be at Fivesparks through December 15th.   \nSee a list of Loaves and Fishes’ most-needed items.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/gingerbread-showcase-competition-exhibit/2025-12-14/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gingerbread-house-8318679_1280.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000 DTSTAMP:20251209T163642Z CREATED:20251104T231417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T163642Z UID:10002849-1765620000-1765641600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread Showcase! Competition & Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Gingerbread Showcase! Competition & Exhibit\nWhat better place to delight in the tradition of gingerbread houses (and gingerbread boats\, trains and other creations) than at Fivesparks\, in Harvard’s picture-postcard town center?\nCome join us in celebrating this age-old winter tradition and witness the edible marvels created by your neighbors\, friends and fellow community members. Or\, take the opportunity to show off one of your OWN creations!  \nThe amazing displays will be on view at Fivesparks for all to enjoy on Saturday\, December 13th from 10am-4pm and Sunday December 14th from 12-4pm.  \nThe following categories will be judged for some amazing prizes:  \n\nAdult Individual\nTeen Individual (aged 13-17)\nGroup (any group of people\, all ages\, collaborating on one display)\n\nAdditionally\, there is a non-competitive\, display-only category.  \nA reception and awards ceremony will happen on Saturday\, December 13th\, 2-4PM. \nThe Gingerbread Showcase is a free event for the community and all Fivesparks visitors to enjoy!  \n*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-\nWhile the Gingerbread Showcase exhibit is free to the public\, we invite visitors to support our neighbors facing food insecurity by bringing in a non-perishable food item — such as a baking mix — for our Loaves and Fishes donation basket\, or by making a cash donation using the QR code at the donation table. \nThe donation table will be at Fivesparks through December 15th.   \nSee a list of Loaves and Fishes’ most-needed items.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/gingerbread-showcase-competition-exhibit/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gingerbread-house-8318679_1280.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000 DTSTAMP:20251014T171158Z CREATED:20251014T171033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T171158Z UID:10002817-1765117800-1765126800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Becoming - Artist Talk & Exhibit Reception DESCRIPTION:All are welcomed to meet Judith Schutzman\, first prize winner of Destination: Nature (2024)\, and join her in celebrating the opening of Becoming\, her solo exhibition at Fivesparks.  \nSunday\, December 7\, 2025\, 3:00-5:00pm.  Enjoy music and light refreshments.  \nJudith will hold a brief artist talk and time for questions in the Gallery\, directly before the reception at 2:30pm.  \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/becoming-artist-talk-reception/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_7349.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000 DTSTAMP:20251112T161152Z CREATED:20221029T185829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T161152Z UID:10001760-1765015200-1765036800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:2025 Holiday Artisan Fair DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks is excited to once again bring this holiday fair to the community\, featuring unique handmade gifts by many of our talented friends and neighbors: ornaments\, silk scarves\, greeting cards\, stationery\, ceramics\, glass and wooden wares\, handmade soaps\, fiber arts\, jewelry\, and more. Support local arts and give gifts as individual and unique as your friends and loved ones!\nIf you are interested in reserving space as a vendor\, please follow this link. \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/2025-holiday-artisan-fair/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Artisan-Fair.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR