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SPARK!

SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to visit with their family and care partners.

This monthly program engages participants in lively conversations, storytelling, object handling, and other multi-sensory activities that relate. Space is limited so reservations are appreciated. For more information or to register, please call 262-653-4432 or send an email to spark@kenosha.org

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Upcoming Programs

SPARK! programs are offered from 2pm to 3:30 p.m. on the third Friday of each month, see the dates and topics listed below.

 

Old Abe and the 8th Wisconsin

Friday, September 19  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm 

Old Abe, the eagle mascot of the 8th Wisconsin Infantry, traveled with the regiment and was present at over 30 battles and skirmishes that its soldiers participated in. By the end of the war, Old Abe was the most well-known animal mascot of the Civil War. At this SPARK! program, the group will learn the history of Old Abe and see pictures of him during and after the war. To celebrate his legacy, our group will also make bird-food streamers out of pine cones and apple slices to feed our local feathered friends. 

Leaf Prints

Friday, October 17  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm 

Our group will celebrate the coming of fall by collecting leaves and making decorative leaf prints. 

Exhibit: Women and Water: Woven Portraits from Around the World at the Kenosha Public Museum

Friday, November 21 |  2:00pm – 3:30pm

Our SPARK! group will tour the Kenosha Public Museum exhibit, Women and Water: Woven Portraits from Around the World then make a woven bookmark using yarn and creativity.

Christmas Candy Houses

Friday, December 19  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm 

Bring your creativity to make a holiday-inspired house out of graham crackers, treats, and candy.

All programs are free, but pre-registration is required. Email spark@kenosha.org or call 262-653-4432 to register. 

Learn more about SPARK! programming and other partner Museums at www.sparkprograms.org

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