In the magical land of Maine, there are boys and girls who wield whisks like wizards and spatulas like swords, preparing for a culinary battle every day. They are the Kitchen Knights of Maine, a fearless brigade of young culinary geniuses. They are not just kids, they are the future master-chefs, the Bobby Flays and Julia Childs of tomorrow. Maine, a place where trees whisper secrets to the wind, where moose roam freely, and lobsters play hide and seek in the water, is their playground. And there is magic here, a special culinary magic. It's in the wild blueberries they pick from the enchanted forests, the apples that fall like raindrops from the orchards, and in the lobsters they fish straight out of the hypnotic Atlantic waves. Whilst other kids might be playing video games or watching TV, these kids are in their kitchens, aprons tied around their waists, armed with a cookbook in one hand and a wooden spoon in the other. They're on a mission, a delicious mission - to create the most scrumptious, taste-bud-tickling recipes in all of Maine. And who leads these Kitchen Knights, you ask? A cool imaginary character named Chef Muffin Moose, a jovial giant moose with a toque blanche (that's a chef's hat, for the uninitiated), and a spatula bigger than your average skateboard. He guides them through their culinary adventures, cracking jokes that make the lobsters chuckle in their pots, and spinning tales about the legendary food warriors of old. So, step into the world of the Kitchen Knights of Maine, where every day is a cooking escapade, every meal is a magical feast, and every child is a culinary warrior, baking and stirring their way into your hearts.
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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.

Are you looking for the perfect summer setting for your child? Look no further than Camp Wekeela, the premier overnight camp in Hartford, Maine for boys and girls aged 6-16. Wekeela is the perfect place for your child to discover new talents and interests, build self-esteem and confidence, and create lifelong friendships. At Wekeela, our campers become part of our family. We encourage strong bonds among our campers, and even after the summer ends, we’re still in touch. In fact, many campers return year after year to renew their close friendships and some even come back as counselors. If you’d like to learn more about Camp Wekeela and what makes us special, please don’t hesitate to call with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!