In the heart-buzzing, cloud-tickling state of Illinois, where skyscrapers play hide and seek with the sun and cornfields whisper secrets to the wind, hundreds of brilliant, fun-loving kiddos gather in their creative corners. With sparkling eyes and mischievous smiles, these little artisans, known as the Jolly Jewelers of Illinois, dive into the exciting world of jewelry making. Now, meet our zany, imaginary friend, Glitterguts McGee, a bubbly, one-eyed alien with sixteen purple tentacles and a belly full of laughter, who guides these kids on their magical journey of creativity. McGee hails from the planet Bling-a-Ding, where rain showers are of tiny diamonds and rivers of liquid gold flow. He's the best jewelry maker in the galaxy, and has swooshed down to Illinois in his bedazzled spaceship to spread the joy. As the Jolly Jewelers of Illinois gather round McGee, he waves his tentacles, tossing shiny beads and glittering threads into the air. They laugh, as beads of every color rain down upon them, bouncing and rolling in every direction. Each kid picks up a handful, their eyes gleaming with excitement as they imagine what they might become. Under the twinkling eyes of the one-eyed, sixteen-tentacled Glitterguts McGee, these Illinois kids thread beads, twist wires, and loop chains. They create necklaces that sparkle like the Chicago skyline at night, bracelets as colorful as the murals of Pilsen, and earrings that dangle delightfully like the first snowflakes of an Illinois winter. And as they tie the final knots on their creations, their laughter is as bright as the jewelry they've made, echoing throughout the Land of Lincoln.
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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.
Welcome to Beadniks, the one-of-a-kind bead and jewelry boutique in Chicago's Wicker Park. Here, you can create your own unique masterpieces or ask one of our talented staff members to do it for you. From beads and supplies to tools and finished jewelry, Beadniks has it all – even artwork! Not to mention, we offer repair and redesign services and workshops. Plus, our two large work tables are ideal for parties. Come visit us and let your creativity shine! At Beadniks, we make it easy to craft your own one-of-a-kind jewelry. Located in Chicago's Wicker Park, our boutique offers everything you need to make your vision a reality. From beads and supplies to tools and finished pieces, we have it all – even artwork. Plus, our staff is here to help, offering repair and redesign services, workshops, and more. Plus, our two large work tables are perfect for parties and group activities. Stop in and let your creativity blossom! Crafting beautiful jewelry has never been easier than at Beadniks! Located in Wicker Park, our boutique offers a wide selection of beads, supplies, tools, finished jewelry, and artwork so you can create your own unique pieces. Our staff is here to assist you with repair and redesign services, workshops, and more. We even have two large work tables for parties and group activities. Come by and let your imagination soar!