Fivesparks events
Go to fivesparks.org for more information, to sign up for a program, or to get a Zoom link.
- Felting with Rachel Benson: Tuesday, June 1, whale; Thursday, June 6, wisp; Tuesdays, June 8 and 15, painting with wool—beach scene. Zoom and in-person options available for July and August.
- Summer break felting and craft classes with Rachel, in-person two-day classes: Monday, June 28 and Tuesday, June 29, rainbow unicorn or sleeping dragon. Monday, June 28, wet-felted bookmark. Tuesday, June 29, Zoom session felting open studio.
- “An Exquisite Sandwich—Lush Beauty with Exhilarating Mixins”: Live Zoom concert by classical guitarist Dave McLellan, Sunday, June 13, 7 p.m.
- Plein air artist group: six-week painting series with local artists in various Harvard locations. Space is limited. Wednesdays, June 16-July 21, 3 p.m.
- Fivesparks Fourth Annual Music Festival. Online again this year, exploring the resilience of musicians and music during 2021, June 20-27.
- “Yoga in Nature” with Sarah Lael: Two outdoor yoga series available in June. Tuesdays 4 p.m. at Carlson Orchards, and sunset yoga, Thursdays 7:15 p.m. at Friendly Crossways Retreat Center; $75 for each series.
Family fun at Mirror Lake
Celebrate the 2021 opening of Mirror Lake, Devens, with water sports, beach volleyball, a bounce house, vendors, and more, Sunday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. To volunteer, contact Recreation Coordinator Hillary Andrews at (978) 772-8876 or handrews@massdevelopment.com
Theatre III ‘Play Palooza’
Two evenings of original 10-minute plays by local authors, streaming on Zoom Friday, June 4, and Saturday, June 5. Six plays will stream Friday and seven on Saturday. Admission free, donations accepted. For more information, email mwachtell@theatre3.org.
At Indian Hill Music
Summer Chamber Music Summit: Make music with friends and build ensemble skills. Ages 10-17 (strings, harp) and ages 12-17 (piano, woodwinds). Weeklong sessions, July 12-16 and August 16-20. Learn more and register at bit.ly/3tO7ckI.
At the Museum of Russian Icons
Digital Conference: “Collecting Orthodox Art in the West: A History and Look Towards the Future,” Friday, June 11 and Saturday, June 12. Visit museumofrussianicons.org for more information.
