Once upon a time in the sunny state of Florida, where palm trees sway and dolphins play, a group of extraordinary kids embarked on a fantastically frosty adventure. These weren't your typical Florida kids who surfed at the beach or hunted for alligators. Nope, these brave boys and girls were the "Icy Incredibles," the coolest crew of ice skaters this side of the equator! Now, you might be wondering, "Ice skating in Florida? Isn't it a bit too...warm?" Ah, but that's the magic of it! Just like how a chameleon can change its color, these kids could change their environment with a swish of their skates and a twirl of their tutus, transforming the sun-drenched pavements into a shimmering ice rink. Leading the Icy Incredibles was their fearless friend, Frosty Flamingo. He wasn't your average flamingo, oh no. He was a bird of icy feathers, who swapped the swamp for the skate rink, stood on one leg, and wowed the crowd with his frosty flips and chilly spins. The Icy Incredibles, along with Frosty Flamingo, were the talk of the town. Their ice skating adventures were as outlandish as a snowstorm in the Sahara, but that's what made them so special. The heat of Florida wasn't a hindrance but a challenge, a challenge they met with a wink, a smile, and a spectacular pirouette. So, whether you're in the sizzling South or the freezing North, remember the Icy Incredibles and their frosty flamingo friend. They'll show you that with imagination, dedication, and a pair of ice skates, any place can become a winter wonderland.
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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.
Family-friendly events have also been part of the Hertz Arena experience, such as the annual Lee County Fair, Sesame Street Live, Disney Junior Holiday, Paw Patrol Live, Monster Jam, and more. Hertz Arena has come a long way since its opening in 1998. Since then, the arena has hosted over 300 events, featuring a variety of entertainment including concerts, sports, and family-friendly events. From the Boston Pops to Cirque du Soleil, the Harlem Globetrotters to Impractical Jokers, and Jeff Dunham to Jim Gaffigan, the arena has no shortage of amazing acts. Music fans have enjoyed performances from a plethora of top-tier artists including Cher, Elton John, Alabama, Alan Jackson, Bad Bunny, Barry Manilow, Bob Seger, Brooks & Dunn, Chris Stapleton, Def Leppard, Eric Church, Godsmack, Greta Van Fleet, Guns N’ Roses, Hank Williams Jr., Hillsong United, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marc Anthony, Miranda Lambert, Newsboys, Shinedown, Steve Miller Band, Sting, Stone Temple Pilots, Toby Keith, Willie Nelson, and ZZ Top. Additionally, the arena has hosted a variety of family-friendly events such as the Lee County Fair, Sesame Street Live, Disney Junior Holiday, Paw Patrol Live, and Monster Jam. With such an impressive lineup, Hertz Arena is sure to continue to bring amazing entertainment to Southwest Florida for many years to come.