Fivesparks will be closed January 5-13 for building maintenance and in preparation for our Artists in Residence Program, reopening Tuesday, January 14 on our regular schedule. Our Artists in Residence Program runs Saturday, January 18 through Saturday, February 22.
Fivesparks welcomes two accomplished local artists, Emily Harris and John Daly in a joint exhibit, Human Landscapes/Diverging Roads. Although having just met, the two artists share an interesting and unexpected pathway in the development of their work, converging at this Fivesparks exhibit. Daly investigates natural landscapes influenced by human activity, while Harris explores the landscapes …
Group Personal Training is an effective, fun, and supportive small group class with the goal of improving each participants strength, balance and core stability. This class is taught in circuit format where exercises are guided 1-on-1 by the instructor based on each individual’s ability level. Every class is a new and engaging workout focusing on the major muscle groups …
Landscape painting with an emphasis on understanding value structures (lights and darks) of a painting. This topic will be very appropriate and helpful for both newcomers to pastel and for those with more experience. My demos will include painting winter landscapes, painting from black & white photo references, and working on black paper. There will …
Come learn the basics of needle felting while creating an adorable needle felted penguin! This is an adult workshop but kids over 8 are welcome to attend with an parent. $25 for one, $40 for a parent and child Contact Rachel Benson for more information and to sign up: rayraybenson1@gmail.com
A 75 minute Hatha yoga class that will include postures, breath work, and meditation. 5 Wednesdays: 2/26, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 This class is for all levels of experience. Anyone with an interest in yoga is welcome to attend. Class participants should bring their own yoga mat and any other equipment they may want (e.g. blocks …
Zumba® is a Latin-based dance fitness program that combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that are fun and easy to follow. Fast and slower rhythms are used in a mostly low impact format. $60 for 6 weeks, $12 to drop in. Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30pm Contact instructor Deb Oliva with questions or …
Group Personal Training is an effective, fun, and supportive small group class with the goal of improving each participants strength, balance and core stability. This class is taught in circuit format where exercises are guided 1-on-1 by the instructor based on each individual’s ability level. Every class is a new and engaging workout focusing on the major muscle groups …
Mindful Exploration: Yoga Thursday’s: January 9th - May 28th 6-7pm (no class 3/19) We will mindfully explore a balance of dynamic movement and deeper stretching, with the encouragement to honor your individual needs. Attend this class on its own or stay for a guided breathwork and meditation session to follow. Thursdays: 1/9 - 5/28, 6:00-7:00pm …
Drawing and Painting Birds Workshop This workshop will focus on BIRDS, and the methods artists use to depict them with drawing tools and paint. We’ll start with some basic drawing exercises, followed by a discussion of avian structure and anatomy - exploring ways of seeing, understanding and conveying the bird’s form. Through “follow-along” drawing demos, …