Fivesparks is excited to bring professional artist Carol Anne Grotrian to Harvard for a one day workshop on dyeing silk scarves. Sample several techniques while dyeing two or three silk scarves in lovely colors & patterns. Learn the basics of ancient indigo blue as well as dyeing the bright colors of modern fiber reactive dyes. …
Yale Needs Women: More Stories about the Women Who Went First In 1969—just 50 years ago!—Yale admitted its first women undergraduates. Local author Anne Perkins (Andy to all of us in Harvard!) has been touring the country to talk about her new book, Yale Needs Women: How the First Group of Girls Rewrote the Rules …
This is a makeup session of Group Personal Training. 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 …
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 …
Pastel painting with the goal of simplifying your work for overall strength and clarity. Whether you are new to pastels or have been painting for a while it's very helpful to simplify your approach, composition and marks to allow for a more impactful painting in the end. All levels welcome. This will be a landscape …
Come spend your afternoons after school getting creative while learning the basics of needle felting. Three dates in December: 4th (School half day) – Gift Ornaments 10th – Snowman 17th – Tree with snow and/or decorations These classes are appropriate for children 12 yrs and under. Sign up for 1, ($23), 2 ($40) or all …
Looking for a fun winter activity? Come learn a new art form and get creative! In the workshop you will sculpt wool roving into whimsical angels to adorn your tree or mantle or give as a one of a kind gift. All materials provided! kids 8+ are welcome to participate with a parent. $20 a …
A 75 minute Hatha yoga class that will include postures, breath work, and meditation. 8 Wednesdays: 9/18 – 11/6 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 or a …
Homeschool Connection: Poetry Calling all homeschoolers! The Homeschool Connection offers classes and workshops for homeschool children ages 10-16. Taught by Fivesparks Executive Director, veteran homeschool teacher, and MA certified ELA teacher, Nicky Schmidt, these classes feature a different topic each session. The fall 2019 session will focus on reading and writing poetry, including poets Robert …
