In the lively land of South Carolina, where the Atlantic Ocean whispers secrets to the shoreline and the Blue Ridge Mountains wink at the sun, something fantastically unusual happens. A bunch of incredible kids, armed with hammers, nails, and vibrant imaginations, come together to explore the enchanting world of woodworking. They're not ordinary kids, oh no! They're often called the 'Whittling Whizz-kids of South Carolina' or the 'Sawdust Superstars.' One of these whizz-kids is a peculiar yet charming character named Billy the Biscuit Beard. Billy isn't your average ten-year-old - in fact, he sports a rather leathery-looking biscuit beard. Yes, a beard made entirely of biscuits! He wears it with pride and uses it as a secret weapon to fight his hunger pangs while working his magic on wood. Billy and his biscuit beard are famous throughout the state, known for creating the most extraordinary wooden wonders, from cuckoo clocks that crow like roosters to rocket ships ready to zoom into the galaxy. Along with the rest of the Sawdust Superstars, Billy spends his days in a vast workshop, where the smell of fresh pine mixes with the scent of ocean breeze. They carve, chisel, and sculpt, transforming pieces of wood into art. This wild group of woodworking whizz-kids know that in South Carolina, every chunk of wood has a secret story to tell, and they're just the right bunch to uncover it. So, the next time you're in the state famed for its peaches and southern charm, remember to look out for Billy the Biscuit Beard and his team of whirling woodworkers. They're a hilarious sight you won't want to miss!
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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.

At AR Workshop Lexington, you can register for a DIY workshop to create on-trend home decor from raw materials – wood signs, canvas pillows, wood framed signs, bottle openers and more! Enjoy a girls night out, date night, team building event, private party or birthday party while you BYO and enjoy an inspiring atmosphere. It’s the perfect place for a creative night out! AR Workshop Lexington serves the surrounding Lexington areas of Lake Murray, Irmo, Chapin, Ballentine, White Knoll, and Gilbert. Whether you’re looking for a unique date night idea or a fun event for a group, AR Workshop Lexington is the perfect place. Unleash your inner DIY-er and get creative! Register for a workshop today and make something beautiful to keep or give as a gift!


Are you looking for a creative and relaxed atmosphere to learn how to paint? Look no further than our painting studio! We have classes for painters of all levels, from beginner to advanced, and provide all of the materials for the paintings. You just need to bring your beverage of choice! We offer canvas and wood cutouts to paint, so you can choose the project that’s perfect for you. Are you looking to book a private painting party with us? We have a minimum of 6 people and can hold up to 30 painters. Our studio is perfect for birthday parties, bridal showers, girls’ nights out, church groups, and more! You can choose a painting for everyone in the group or have a canvas painting demonstration session. Our professional artists will guide you step-by-step through the same painting, so everyone can go home with a masterpiece! Alternatively, you can pick any painting from our website for each person to work on, and these sessions are not demonstration led.