BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fivesparks - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250105 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240503T205140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T205140Z UID:10002096-1731715200-1736035199@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Destination:Nature 2024 - "Wild and Scenic" DESCRIPTION:A juried art show featuring art inspired by the balance between society and nature in the Nashua River Watershed.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Harvard Conservation Trust is partnering again with Fivesparks to celebrate art and nature with a juried art show.  This partnership will highlight the beauty of the diverse environments of the Nashua River Watershed: the river with all its tributaries\, its wildlife\, plant life and the lands and communities it nourishes.  \nThis year’s theme is “Wild and Scenic”\, offering artists the chance to reflect their interactions with and response to the wild and scenic Nashua River Watershed. Artists are free to interpret this theme in any way that captivates viewers’ attention and imagination.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmissions open September 6\, 2024 URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/destinationnature-2024-wild-and-scenic/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:art,exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240510T141735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T234047Z UID:10002103-1731110400-1731196799@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST DAY: Over\, Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving DESCRIPTION:November 9\, 2024 is the last day to view this exhibit.  \nOver Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving showcases the variety of techniques\, imagery\, materials and design processes involved in creating handwoven tapestries.  The goal of this exhibit is not only to showcase beautiful\, thought-provoking tapestries and the amazing talent of TWINE members but to also expand the viewer’s understanding and appreciation of this unique art form. \nTapestry Weavers in New England ( TWINE )\, founded in 1991\, is a professional organization of 60+ contemporary tapestry weavers. It is an inclusive member-run organization dedicated to promoting the fine art of handwoven contemporary tapestry and educating the public about the history and techniques involved. Exhibitions\, retreats\, workshops and supporting one another are key to our mission.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-day-over-under-and-through-the-warp-the-art-of-tapestry-weaving/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T234203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T234203Z UID:10002135-1730505600-1731196799@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST WEEK TO VIEW: Over\, Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving DESCRIPTION: This is the last week to view this exhibit. \nOver Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving showcases the variety of techniques\, imagery\, materials and design processes involved in creating handwoven tapestries.  The goal of this exhibit is not only to showcase beautiful\, thought-provoking tapestries and the amazing talent of TWINE members but to also expand the viewer’s understanding and appreciation of this unique art form. \nTapestry Weavers in New England ( TWINE )\, founded in 1991\, is a professional organization of 60+ contemporary tapestry weavers. It is an inclusive member-run organization dedicated to promoting the fine art of handwoven contemporary tapestry and educating the public about the history and techniques involved. Exhibitions\, retreats\, workshops and supporting one another are key to our mission.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-week-to-view-over-under-and-through-the-warp-the-art-of-tapestry-weaving/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240510T141245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T144554Z UID:10002101-1729436400-1729443600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:ART RECEPTION: Over\, Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving DESCRIPTION:Exhibit on view October 12 – November 9\, 2024 \nTODAY Art Reception (open to all) Sunday\, October 20\, 3-5pm. \nOver Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving showcases the variety of techniques\, imagery\, materials and design processes involved in creating handwoven tapestries.  The goal of this exhibit is not only to showcase beautiful\, thought-provoking tapestries and the amazing talent of TWINE members but to also expand the viewer’s understanding and appreciation of this unique art form. \nTapestry Weavers in New England ( TWINE )\, founded in 1991\, is a professional organization of 60+ contemporary tapestry weavers. It is an inclusive member-run organization dedicated to promoting the fine art of handwoven contemporary tapestry and educating the public about the history and techniques involved. Exhibitions\, retreats\, workshops and supporting one another are key to our mission.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/art-reception-over-under-and-through-the-warp-the-art-of-tapestry-weaving/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240510T140204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T133913Z UID:10002098-1728691200-1731196799@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Over\, Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving DESCRIPTION:Exhibit on view October 12 – November 9\, 2024 \nArt Reception (open to all) Sunday\, October 20\, 3-5pm. \nOver Under and Through the Warp : The Art of Tapestry Weaving showcases the variety of techniques\, imagery\, materials and design processes involved in creating handwoven tapestries.  The goal of this exhibit is not only to showcase beautiful\, thought-provoking tapestries and the amazing talent of TWINE members but to also expand the viewer’s understanding and appreciation of this unique art form. \nTapestry Weavers in New England ( TWINE )\, founded in 1991\, is a professional organization of 60+ contemporary tapestry weavers. It is an inclusive member-run organization dedicated to promoting the fine art of handwoven contemporary tapestry and educating the public about the history and techniques involved. Exhibitions\, retreats\, workshops and supporting one another are key to our mission.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/over-under-and-through-the-warp-the-art-of-tapestry-weaving/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T233743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T225245Z UID:10002134-1728000000-1728086399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST DAY TO VIEW: Marks of Distinction - National Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Central Mass Pastels Society (CMPS) \nOctober 4\, 2024 is the last day to view this exhibit.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-day-to-view-marks-of-distinction-national-exhibition/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMPS_MOD_2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241004 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T233630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T225145Z UID:10002133-1727395200-1727999999@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST WEEK TO VIEW: Marks of Distinction - National Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Central Mass Pastels Society (CMPS) \nOn view September 10 – October 4\, 2024.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-week-to-view-marks-of-distinction-national-exhibition/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMPS_MOD_2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T233459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T224836Z UID:10002132-1726927200-1726934400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:ART RECEPTION & AWARDS CEREMONY: Marks of Distinction - National Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Central Mass Pastels Society (CMPS) \nOn view September 10 – October 4\, 2024.  \nPublic Reception & Awards Ceremony Saturday\, September 21. 2:00-4:00pm. Open to all.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/art-reception-awards-ceremony-marks-of-distinction-national-exhibition/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMPS_MOD_2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T233108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T233108Z UID:10002131-1725964200-1725969600@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Marks of Distinction - National Exhibition: Pastels Talk and Gallery Tour DESCRIPTION:This intimate discussion about the art of pastels and a tour of the current exhibition will be presented by the President of the Central Mass Pastels Society (CMPS)\, Jane Robbins. Free to all.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/marks-of-distinction-national-exhibition-pastels-talk-and-gallery-tour/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit,speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMPS_Show-image-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T232623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T225023Z UID:10002130-1725926400-1728086399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Marks of Distinction - National Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Central Mass Pastels Society (CMPS) \nOn view September 10 – October 4\, 2024.  \nPublic Reception & Awards Ceremony Saturday\, September 21. 2:00-4:00pm. Open to all.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/marks-of-distinction-national-exhibition/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMPS_MOD_2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240905 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T185310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T124058Z UID:10002126-1725408000-1725494399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST DAY TO VIEW - In Awe of Nature: Two Artistic Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Stéphanie Elkort and Judith Stein \nLast day to view September 4th\, 2024.  \n“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it\, it’s your world for a moment.  I want to give that world to someone else.”  Georgia O’Keefe \nEnchanted by the beauty and intricacies of flowers and foliage\, Stéphanie and Judith embarked on a joint project of creating photographs and monoprints that were coordinated in some artistic way – shapes\, colors\, rhythms\, or textures.  Their collaboration sparked their creativity and fueled their productivity.  Their hope is that viewers will be intrigued by the fine details\, the subtle and muted color palettes\, and the varied textures embedded in these works.  Their goal is to engage viewers\, bring them   closer to their creative processes\, and share their love and appreciation of nature’s beauty.  \nJudith’s botanical monoprints were created by spreading thin layers of acrylic paint on a gelli-plate and applying a variety of dried leaves\, feathers\, and petals.  Then paper is put on top\, pressed\, and peeled off to create each monoprint.  The prints are all on acid-free Japanese rice\, mulberry and tea bag papers.  \nStéphanie’s digital photographs tend toward hyperrealism and minimalism.  Usually shot with her favorite macro lens\, her giclée prints are rendered as matte images on fine art paper with a subtle texture\, often leading viewers to ask if they are paintings.  \n  \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-day-to-view-in-awe-of-nature-two-artistic-perspectives/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240905 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T184943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T184943Z UID:10002125-1724889600-1725494399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST WEEK TO VIEW - In Awe of Nature: Two Artistic Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Stéphanie Elkort and Judith Stein \nThis is the last week to view this exhibit. The last day to view is THURSDAY\, September 5th\, 2024.  \n“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it\, it’s your world for a moment.  I want to give that world to someone else.”  Georgia O’Keefe \nEnchanted by the beauty and intricacies of flowers and foliage\, Stéphanie and Judith embarked on a joint project of creating photographs and monoprints that were coordinated in some artistic way – shapes\, colors\, rhythms\, or textures.  Their collaboration sparked their creativity and fueled their productivity.  Their hope is that viewers will be intrigued by the fine details\, the subtle and muted color palettes\, and the varied textures embedded in these works.  Their goal is to engage viewers\, bring them   closer to their creative processes\, and share their love and appreciation of nature’s beauty.  \nJudith’s botanical monoprints were created by spreading thin layers of acrylic paint on a gelli-plate and applying a variety of dried leaves\, feathers\, and petals.  Then paper is put on top\, pressed\, and peeled off to create each monoprint.  The prints are all on acid-free Japanese rice\, mulberry and tea bag papers.  \nStéphanie’s digital photographs tend toward hyperrealism and minimalism.  Usually shot with her favorite macro lens\, her giclée prints are rendered as matte images on fine art paper with a subtle texture\, often leading viewers to ask if they are paintings.  \n  \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-week-to-view-in-awe-of-nature-two-artistic-perspectives/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T184511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T184511Z UID:10002124-1722178800-1722186000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:ART RECEPTION - In Awe of Nature: Two Artistic Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Stéphanie Elkort and Judith Stein \n  \nART RECEPTION: Sunday\, July 28th. 3:00-5:00pm. \nAll are welcome to meet the artists and celebrate the opening of our new exhibit. \n“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it\, it’s your world for a moment.  I want to give that world to someone else.”  Georgia O’Keefe \nEnchanted by the beauty and intricacies of flowers and foliage\, Stéphanie and Judith embarked on a joint project of creating photographs and monoprints that were coordinated in some artistic way – shapes\, colors\, rhythms\, or textures.  Their collaboration sparked their creativity and fueled their productivity.  Their hope is that viewers will be intrigued by the fine details\, the subtle and muted color palettes\, and the varied textures embedded in these works.  Their goal is to engage viewers\, bring them   closer to their creative processes\, and share their love and appreciation of nature’s beauty.  \nJudith’s botanical monoprints were created by spreading thin layers of acrylic paint on a gelli-plate and applying a variety of dried leaves\, feathers\, and petals.  Then paper is put on top\, pressed\, and peeled off to create each monoprint.  The prints are all on acid-free Japanese rice\, mulberry and tea bag papers.  \nStéphanie’s digital photographs tend toward hyperrealism and minimalism.  Usually shot with her favorite macro lens\, her giclée prints are rendered as matte images on fine art paper with a subtle texture\, often leading viewers to ask if they are paintings.  \n  \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/art-reception-in-awe-of-nature-two-artistic-perspectives/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240905 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T183536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T123952Z UID:10002123-1721433600-1725494399@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:In Awe of Nature: Two Artistic Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Stéphanie Elkort and Judith Stein \nOn view July 20 – September 4\, 2024.  \n“When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it\, it’s your world for a moment.  I want to give that world to someone else.”  Georgia O’Keefe \nEnchanted by the beauty and intricacies of flowers and foliage\, Stéphanie and Judith embarked on a joint project of creating photographs and monoprints that were coordinated in some artistic way – shapes\, colors\, rhythms\, or textures.  Their collaboration sparked their creativity and fueled their productivity.  Their hope is that viewers will be intrigued by the fine details\, the subtle and muted color palettes\, and the varied textures embedded in these works.  Their goal is to engage viewers\, bring them   closer to their creative processes\, and share their love and appreciation of nature’s beauty.  \nJudith’s botanical monoprints were created by spreading thin layers of acrylic paint on a gelli-plate and applying a variety of dried leaves\, feathers\, and petals.  Then paper is put on top\, pressed\, and peeled off to create each monoprint.  The prints are all on acid-free Japanese rice\, mulberry and tea bag papers.  \nStéphanie’s digital photographs tend toward hyperrealism and minimalism.  Usually shot with her favorite macro lens\, her giclée prints are rendered as matte images on fine art paper with a subtle texture\, often leading viewers to ask if they are paintings.  \n  \n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/in-awe-of-nature-two-artistic-perspectives/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T231908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T231908Z UID:10002129-1720828800-1720915199@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST DAY TO VIEW - Inheritance: The Art of Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, Father and Daughter in Dialogue. DESCRIPTION:July 13\, 2024 is the last day to view this exhibit.  \nINHERITANCE\n: the acquisition of a trait from past generations\n: a valuable possession that is a common heritage from nature\n \nINHERITANCE is a joint show between Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, father and daughter. It is a conversation between their styles\, subjects\, and stories. The pieces – many being shown to the public for the first time – span oceans and landscapes\, figures and fantasies\, an immigration and a generation.\n\n \nFor the Kisses\, art and architecture distinguish their ancestry. Creative expression was the first communication\, the native language. Artistry is the energy coursing through the family tree\, and their creations bond the branches. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-day-to-view-inheritance-the-art-of-sebastian-ambrus-kiss-and-mercedes-lucia-kiss-father-and-daughter-in-dialogue/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240605T231603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T231603Z UID:10002127-1720224000-1720915199@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:LAST WEEK TO VIEW - Inheritance: The Art of Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, Father and Daughter in Dialogue. DESCRIPTION:This is the last week to view this exhibit.  \nOn view through July 13\, 2024.  \nINHERITANCE\n: the acquisition of a trait from past generations\n: a valuable possession that is a common heritage from nature\n \nINHERITANCE is a joint show between Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, father and daughter. It is a conversation between their styles\, subjects\, and stories. The pieces – many being shown to the public for the first time – span oceans and landscapes\, figures and fantasies\, an immigration and a generation.\n\n \nFor the Kisses\, art and architecture distinguish their ancestry. Creative expression was the first communication\, the native language. Artistry is the energy coursing through the family tree\, and their creations bond the branches. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/last-week-to-view-inheritance-the-art-of-sebastian-ambrus-kiss-and-mercedes-lucia-kiss-father-and-daughter-in-dialogue/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240523T165759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T170414Z UID:10002120-1719676800-1719684000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Author Event & Book Release: Helen Batchelder - 'Up on End and Spinning' DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a late afternoon treat at Fivesparks! Tasteful goodies\, iced teas\, and a book reading — who could ask for more? \nAuthor Helen Batchelder is a lifetime resident of Harvard\, Massachusetts\, recently “removed” to southwest of Worcester. \nThis event heralds the release of her novel\, Up on End and Spinning\, diving into the breadth of effects families have on our later relationships as experienced by Sarah Hartford\, daughter of Margaret\, famous poet and activist. \nBatchelder explores psychology\, philosophy\, gendered perceptions\, and New England culture in the last 25 years of the 20th century. It’s not dystopian\, science fiction\, or action adventure. It’s literary fiction with a touch of mystery\, a story of loss and regret\, rage and change\, love and persistence — and learning to believe in oneself. \nSegments of the book will be read\, allowing for audience discussion. \nBatchelder has served as an historian\, lecturer\, lay sermon writer\, teacher\, and more. She is a poet\, song writer\, and vocalist. \nThe book will be available for purchase\, and is available through Amazon. \nFREE and open to the public.  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/author-event-book-release-helen-batchelder-up-on-end-and-spinning/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Batchelder.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Batchelder":MAILTO:wordpainting@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240210T152302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T165129Z UID:10001964-1718496000-1719187199@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:7th Annual Harvard Music Festival DESCRIPTION:THE HARVARD MUSIC FESTIVAL\nThe Harvard Music Festival is a weeklong summer chamber music festival in historic Harvard\, Massachusetts\, with many events open to the public.  Participating professionally-bound  musicians work together in their small ensembles with daily coaching.  Mentored by coaches who are renowned musicians and teachers\, groups work to shape their music in the rehearsals\, coachings and masterclasses\, culminating in concerts for the community in local venues. \n\n\n  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/7th-annual-harvard-music-festival/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot-2024-01-08-4.28.57-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240606T152452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T152452Z UID:10002140-1717945200-1717952400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:ART RECEPTION - Inheritance: The Art of Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, Father and Daughter in Dialogue. DESCRIPTION:Art Reception\, FREE and open to all.  Sunday\, June 9\, 3-5pm. \nINHERITANCE\n: the acquisition of a trait from past generations\n: a valuable possession that is a common heritage from nature\n \nINHERITANCE is a joint show between Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, father and daughter. It is a conversation between their styles\, subjects\, and stories. The pieces – many being shown to the public for the first time – span oceans and landscapes\, figures and fantasies\, an immigration and a generation.\n\n \nFor the Kisses\, art and architecture distinguish their ancestry. Creative expression was the first communication\, the native language. Artistry is the energy coursing through the family tree\, and their creations bond the branches. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/art-reception-inheritance-the-art-of-sebastian-ambrus-kiss-and-mercedes-lucia-kiss-father-and-daughter-in-dialogue/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240412T174512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240615T210356Z UID:10002080-1717200000-1720915199@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Inheritance: The Art of Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, Father and Daughter in Dialogue. DESCRIPTION:On view June 1 – July 13\, 2024.  \nINHERITANCE\n: the acquisition of a trait from past generations\n: a valuable possession that is a common heritage from nature\n \nINHERITANCE is a joint show between Sebastian Ambrus Kiss and Mercedes Lucia Kiss\, father and daughter. It is a conversation between their styles\, subjects\, and stories. The pieces – many being shown to the public for the first time – span oceans and landscapes\, figures and fantasies\, an immigration and a generation.\n\n \nFor the Kisses\, art and architecture distinguish their ancestry. Creative expression was the first communication\, the native language. Artistry is the energy coursing through the family tree\, and their creations bond the branches. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/inheritance-the-art-of-sebastian-ambrus-kiss-and-mercedes-lucia-kiss-father-and-daughter-in-dialogue/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240429T155352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T155352Z UID:10002092-1716229800-1716237000@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with State Representative Dan Sena DESCRIPTION:Please join State Representative Dan Sena – and invite your friends and other local DTC members – for a Meet & Greet on Monday\, May 20th between 6:30pm- 8:30pm at Fivesparks\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA 01451. This is a great opportunity to meet other active Democrats from around the 37th Middlesex District and to hear from Dan\, discuss local issues\, and share your thoughts. Enjoy food\, drinks and conversations! \nPlease RSVP below so we can order enough appetizers and drinks. And you will receive a reminder email a few days before the event. \nRSVP using this link. URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/meet-greet-with-state-representative-dan-sena/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Screenshot-2024-04-29-11.48.29-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sahana Purohit":MAILTO:sahana.purohit@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240429T170054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T170054Z UID:10002095-1715853600-1715875200@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Village Nursery School - Children's Art Show DESCRIPTION:Village Nursery School (VNS)\, located in Harvard\, MA\, is a small\, private\, non-profit preschool educating children ages 2-5.  We focus on a child-centered approach and plan our curriculum around literature and children’s books.  Teachers thoughtfully plan their art projects from the inspiration they get from the wonderful books their classrooms focus on. \nVNS has a long standing tradition of displaying the artwork that the students create throughout the year.  This art show has evolved over the years\, first beginning with a famous artist unit in a pre-k classroom.  It soon became a school-wide event with all the classrooms displaying artwork for families to see. Most recently\, it was an outdoor art walk around the VNS property.  \nWe are thrilled to be showcasing the children’s artwork at Fivesparks this year. We hope you enjoy viewing this amazing work created by our 2-5 year old students. \nOpen to the public Tuesday-Thursday\, May 14-16 during Fivesparks Open Hours (10am-4pm).  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/village-nursery-school-childrens-art-show/2024-05-16/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/VNS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240429T170054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T170054Z UID:10002094-1715767200-1715788800@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Village Nursery School - Children's Art Show DESCRIPTION:Village Nursery School (VNS)\, located in Harvard\, MA\, is a small\, private\, non-profit preschool educating children ages 2-5.  We focus on a child-centered approach and plan our curriculum around literature and children’s books.  Teachers thoughtfully plan their art projects from the inspiration they get from the wonderful books their classrooms focus on. \nVNS has a long standing tradition of displaying the artwork that the students create throughout the year.  This art show has evolved over the years\, first beginning with a famous artist unit in a pre-k classroom.  It soon became a school-wide event with all the classrooms displaying artwork for families to see. Most recently\, it was an outdoor art walk around the VNS property.  \nWe are thrilled to be showcasing the children’s artwork at Fivesparks this year. We hope you enjoy viewing this amazing work created by our 2-5 year old students. \nOpen to the public Tuesday-Thursday\, May 14-16 during Fivesparks Open Hours (10am-4pm).  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/village-nursery-school-childrens-art-show/2024-05-15/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/VNS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240429T170054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T170054Z UID:10002093-1715680800-1715702400@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Village Nursery School - Children's Art Show DESCRIPTION:Village Nursery School (VNS)\, located in Harvard\, MA\, is a small\, private\, non-profit preschool educating children ages 2-5.  We focus on a child-centered approach and plan our curriculum around literature and children’s books.  Teachers thoughtfully plan their art projects from the inspiration they get from the wonderful books their classrooms focus on. \nVNS has a long standing tradition of displaying the artwork that the students create throughout the year.  This art show has evolved over the years\, first beginning with a famous artist unit in a pre-k classroom.  It soon became a school-wide event with all the classrooms displaying artwork for families to see. Most recently\, it was an outdoor art walk around the VNS property.  \nWe are thrilled to be showcasing the children’s artwork at Fivesparks this year. We hope you enjoy viewing this amazing work created by our 2-5 year old students. \nOpen to the public Tuesday-Thursday\, May 14-16 during Fivesparks Open Hours (10am-4pm).  URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/village-nursery-school-childrens-art-show/2024-05-14/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fivesparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/VNS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240526 DTSTAMP:20260501T081556 CREATED:20240207T220252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T212543Z UID:10001962-1712361600-1716681599@www.fivesparks.org SUMMARY:Exhibit: Natural Inspirations - Paintings by Barry Van Dusen DESCRIPTION:On View:  April 6 – May 25  \nPublic Reception:  Sunday\, April 14\, from 3-5pm \nBarry Van Dusen is an internationally recognized artist living in central Massachusetts. Barry has illustrated many publications for the Massachusetts Audubon Society\, and his bird illustrations have appeared in books published by the American Birding Association\, HarperCollins\, Princeton University Press and Cornell University (Comstock). His book FINDING SANCTUARY was published by Mass Audubon in 2020.  \nThis exhibition showcases his watercolor paintings of New England birds\, wildflowers\, insects and other animals.  You’ll find New England landscapes here too and a special group of paintings from his travels around the world. Some of these pictures were painted on location\, while others were created in the studio.  Related ‘mini-exhibition’ feature his field sketches and book illustrations\, and a special selection of pictures by some of his European colleagues. \n150 of Barry’s watercolors and field sketches are included in a new book\, “A Year of Birds: Writings on Birds from the Journal of Henry David Thoreau“\, available from the Thoreau Society. \n\nDrawing & Painting\nNature Workshop\nwith Barry Van Dusen \nSaturday\, April 27: 10am-4pm \nIllustrated Talk: The Making of a Field Artist\n\nwith Barry Van Dusen \nSaturday\, May 18: 4-5pm URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/exhibit-natural-inspirations-paintings-by-barry-van-dusen/ LOCATION:Fivesparks CATEGORIES:exhibit ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR