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Monarchs, Milkweed, and the Moon

Last week was Art Garden II, the joyous conclusion of our Summer Arts & Smarts programming at Patchwork. Art Garden II brought the return of Susan Fowler who told stories of great journeys: a water drop’s journey through the water cycle, … Continue reading

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The Peak of Summer

It’s been an exciting summer in the Arts & Smarts program. Art Garden Week I (highlighted previously) has been followed by a series of other unique enrichment opportunities for children. First came Sculpture Week with Amy Rich. Participants built fantastical people … Continue reading

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2015 Arts & Smarts Year End Celebration

On Thursday, April 30, we celebrated another successful year in the Arts & Smarts program. Over 100 people filled Patchwork’s Meetinghouse to celebrate the children’s accomplishments, to thank our Arts & Smarts volunteers and staff, to reflect on the year’s … Continue reading

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Future Dreams

Lately in the Arts & Smarts program, we’ve been talking a lot about the children’s interests, talents, dreams, and goals. We’ve asked our program participants about their “sparks”: the things that excite them and that they are passionate about. We’ve had … Continue reading

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Arts & Smarts: Learning How to Use the Force

The children in the Arts & Smarts program have been busy with new projects in the new semester. The biggest new project is a stop motion video that they’re filming with the help of Elisa, Arts & Smarts Program Assistant. The … Continue reading

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