In the dazzling state of Arkansas, nestled among the Ozarks and the Mississippi River, a gang of vivacious kids gathers every weekend, each armed with a potent weapon; a golden pencil named "Scribbler". Scribbler was no ordinary pencil; it was a magical tool, a creative wand that brought out the best tales from its users. These kids were the "Story Mavericks", the youngest and most sprightly group of writers this side of the Mississippi. The Story Mavericks were a wild bunch. Among them was Jake, the boy who wrote tales of talking tornadoes and mischievous raccoons. His stories would spin you around like a whirlwind, leaving you huffing for breath and begging for more. Then, there was Bella, the master of adventure, whose fables of exploring the mysterious caves of the Ozarks had every listener on the edge of their seat. And let's not forget Keisha, the queen of comedy. Her hilarious stories of squirrels serving pecan pie and frogs hosting beauty pageants would leave you rolling on the floor, laughing your socks off. The mighty state of Arkansas was the perfect backdrop for these storytellers. With its sprawling forests, vibrant wildlife, and a river that spoke in whispers, it was a living, breathing canvas for the Story Mavericks. The air was always thick with their tales, as if the wind itself were a storyteller. So, if you should find yourself in Arkansas on a lazy Saturday, don't be surprised if you bump into a child, Scribbler in hand, ready to spin a tale that will sweep you off your feet.
Read morebest writing programs in Fayetteville, AR
What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
TheatreSquared is proud to announce that their new 50,000-square foot permanent home has won the 2021 International Architecture Award, 2020 American Architecture Award, and NY AIA Honor Award. This architecturally significant building combines two intimate theatres, an open-all-day bar/café, artist housing, offices, production workshops, community meeting spaces, and outdoor spaces at three levels. At TheatreSquared, we are excited to be able to offer such a unique and innovative facility. Parents and children alike can explore the backstory, permanent recognition opportunities, and join the campaign. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We invite you and your family to come and explore the amazing new facility and the wonderful opportunities it presents. We look forward to seeing you soon!
First School is a Quality Accredited Arkansas Better Beginnings Program, Level 3, proudly offering a faith-based Parent’s Day Out Program, Preschool, and Kindergarten. As an outreach of the First United Presbyterian Church, this program is dedicated to providing a nurturing learning environment for young children. First School is accredited by Arkansas Better Beginnings, Level 3, and is an outreach of the First United Presbyterian Church. As a faith-based program, its mission is to give young children a supportive and nurturing atmosphere to learn in. The program offers Parent’s Day Out, Preschool, and Kindergarten services.