Meet Mr. Microphone, a bouncing, bounding ball of energy, living in the fabulous state of Massachusetts, known as MA. You see, MA isn't just any old place. It's a rainbow splash of seasons, where fiery foliage dances in the fall, snow blankets the world in winter wonder, spring sprouts in a burst of green goodness, and summer sizzles with fun-filled activities! Now, about those kids in MA, the podcasting prodigies. They're an extraordinary bunch of wizards, conjuring tales as thick as Boston chowder and as sweet as Cape Cod cranberries. Equipped with headphones larger than their ears and microphones that double as make-believe ice cream cones, they're ready to record their exciting stories, for all ears to enjoy. These kids are the masters of mad-libs, the sultans of sound effects. They spin tales about everything from the wild whale-watching adventures off the coast of Provincetown to riveting re-enactments of the legendary Boston Tea Party. Sometimes, they even interview Paul Revere's horse (or at least, they pretend to!), asking him about his midnight rides. And oh, the laughter! It bounces off the walls of their recording studios (which are often just cozy bedrooms), echoing through the cobblestone streets of Boston and the rolling Berkshire hills. Listening to them, you'd swear they were professional comedians, not just regular kids from MA. In between their giggle fits and sound effects, they share fascinating facts about their beloved state. They make history come alive, culture a cool thing, and science, not scary but scintillating. Mr. Microphone guides them through their podcasting journey, filling each recording with his infectious energy. So, if you hear a burst of laughter floating on the sweet MA breeze, smile and know that somewhere, a group of kids are recording a podcast, painting stories with their words, and sharing a slice of their world with you.
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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.
For adults, Brookline Interactive Group (BIG) provides a variety of classes and workshops. Our offerings range from media literacy to virtual reality to creative writing and more. We also offer free classes for all ages on media literacy, media production, and other topics. Our aim is to create a vibrant, inclusive learning environment for the entire community. At Brookline Interactive Group (BIG), we're committed to providing innovative education and technology programs for youth and adults in Brookline, MA and the surrounding region. We offer a variety of free out-of-school programs for youth ages 10-18 that are youth-driven, with mentoring and support from BIG staff. Our adult classes and workshops cover topics such as media literacy, virtual reality, creative writing, and more. We invite you to join our vibrant learning community and explore the possibilities of media and technology.