Welcome to the vibrant state of Michigan, a magical land that’s shaped like a mitten and packed with lush forests, enormous Great Lakes, and unique cities. Picture this: it’s the state where popcorn pops from cornfields, and the vibrant Aurora Borealis paints the night sky like a giant cosmic artist. Here, the lakes are so gigantic; you might mistake them for oceans! And amidst all this enchantment, resides a peculiar character - the one-of-a-kind, Professor Movie Mania. Professor Movie Mania, with his rainbow-colored socks, a hat shaped like a film reel, and a magic clapperboard, guides the spirited Michigan children on their fantastical filmmaking journeys. The children - a bunch of robust, imaginative wizards in the making - are not just ordinary kids. Oh no! They are mini directors, scriptwriters, and actors, who can make a blockbuster even out of a squirrel race or a snowball fight. At the crack of dawn, they gather at Professor Movie Mania’s enchanted film studio, a magical space where tree trunks serve as tripods, and fireflies act as spotlights. With the Professor's guidance, they weave their wild imaginations into spectacular storylines. They are the masterminds who can turn a calm beach into a Pirate’s Bay or transform a simple backyard into an alien world. Their creativity knows no bounds! Their laughter echoes across the Great Lakes as they indulge in whimsical role-plays, bringing their scripts to life, while Professor Movie Mania captures their magic on film. Every day is a new adventure, a new story, a new movie! Welcome, dear reader, to the extraordinary world of Michigan’s little filmmakers, where make-believe is as real as you want it to be!
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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.
Welcome to Walden, a summer home on the beautiful shores of Long Lake. Since 1959, campers have been making their way to this special neighborhood, where they can explore the woods and meadows and create a sense of community. At Walden, campers get to know each other in a variety of ways. Whether it’s in sailing class, playing volleyball, or befriending a cabin counselor, campers get to create lasting friendships and feel right at home. And, of course, Walden is also a place that calls campers home each summer. Come join us and see what Walden has to offer!