Once upon a time, in the bustling state of New York, where the skyscrapers touched the sky, and hot dogs were as popular as rainbows after a drizzle, lived a group of art-loving kids. They were a fantastic squad who loved one thing above all else - Drawing and Sketching! They ruled the art world from their secret headquarters located in the heart of Central Park, a mystical treehouse hidden amongst the ancient trees known only as "The Sketch Pad". These kids weren't your ordinary doodlers, oh no! They were Sketch Warriors - protectors of imagination and creativity. Their mighty pencils worked faster than a New York minute, their erasers could correct any mistake, and their sketchbooks were like magical scrolls filled with marvelous creatures and breathtaking landscapes. Leading this extraordinary team was a cool imaginary character called Doodlebug, a hilarious and sprightly lil' bug with spectacles as big as his humor. He had a knack for turning any boring object into a spectacular masterpiece with his savvy sketches. Doodlebug’s drawings were so lively and vivid; it was rumored that they could leap off the page. "A boring apple? Let's turn that into a funny apple monster!" Doodlebug would often say, making everyone chuckle with his quirky imagination. Together, Doodlebug and the Sketch Warriors transformed the world of art with their continuous laughter, vibrant colors, and creativity that flowed like the mighty Niagara Falls. They proved that in the state of New York, the city that never sleeps, there's always time for a good sketch and a hearty laugh!
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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.
Since 1927, the JCC of Binghamton has been a vital part of the Broome County community. Located south of the University Plaza, the JCC is a dynamic institution, enriching the lives of all ages through its wide variety of services. These range from day care, day camp and youth recreation leagues to aquatics, health and wellness, adult education, social, holiday and cultural programming. The mission of the JCC is to inspire healthier lives, engaging participants in expanding their minds, and playing an active role in their community. It is open to all, regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, nationality or ability to pay. Reduced rates for Membership are available based on need and availability of funds. As a nonsectarian, United Way partner, the JCC of Binghamton is proud to provide these services to the community.