Welcome, my young adventurers, to the spectacular state of Connecticut! A place where cozy towns snuggle between rolling green hills and sparkling rivers babble like chattering squirrels. It's a land where the trees put on a fashion show every autumn, creating a spectacle of fiery reds, dazzling golds, and vibrant oranges, all under a sky so blue it makes the ocean jealous. If you listen closely, you might hear a funny voice from the woods. That's Stan, the chatty squirrel, who is the unofficial mascot of this enchanting state. Stan loves his home in Connecticut, but there's one thing he loves more, and that's field hockey! That's right, folks. Here in Connecticut, our kids are field hockey fanatics. Armed with their hockey sticks, they transform into ferocious warriors, ready to take over the field with their stunning skills and unmatched strategy. Stan, being the curious squirrel he is, often peeks out from behind the trees to marvel at the kids' mesmerizing moves. Oh, and did we mention? Stan has a peculiar talent: he can predict the outcome of any field hockey match! With his tiny heart pounding along with the thud of the hockey ball, he watches the kids sprint, twirl, and dodge, and shouts out his predictions with a high-pitched squirrelly giggle. The kids might not always understand his chittering chatter, but they always laugh and give him a thumbs up, making him feel like the most important spectator. So, next time you're in Connecticut, join Stan and our brave young field hockey warriors for a day full of laughter, sportsmanship, and, most importantly, field hockey fun!
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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 1973, Darien Ice House has been an important part of the Darien, Connecticut community. Ownership of the rink has changed hands over the years, and is currently owned by the Romano family of Stamford and Michael Pavia, the former mayor of Stamford. The rink has a long history of hosting major events, including Olympic figure skating exhibitions, elite youth hockey programs and NHL player exhibitions, as well as local youth and high school programs. Today, the rink is home to the Darien Blue Wave boys and girls high school hockey teams, as well as the New Canaan Rams boys and girls high school teams. Darien Ice House also partners with the New Canaan Winter Club to offer boys and girls travel hockey programs, plus the Ice Cats girls travel hockey program. The Darien Skating School provides in-house learn-to-skate classes for all ages, while Blueline Sports, located inside the rink, offers major brands of hockey and lacrosse equipment and sharpening services. With its long-standing commitment to the community, Darien Ice House has become a beloved pillar of the Connecticut community.