In the land of Abraham Lincoln, the state known as Illinois, where cornfields sway like an ocean under the vast sky, exists a super cool gang of skateboarding kids. These aren't just any regular kids; they're the "Windy City Wheelers!" Led by their fearless leader, a mythical, magical creature named "Skate-a-saurus Rex" (Rex, for short), these kids take on the urban jungle and cornfield lanes with their swift skateboards. Rex is a towering Tyrannosaurus Rex with rad neon sneakers, a gnarly backwards baseball cap, and an oversized skateboard that shoots out sparks as it whizzes down the street. His roars are not fierce but filled with laughter that echoes across the Prairie State. The Windy City Wheelers are a sight to behold. They zoom through the city of Chicago, under the shadows of the Willis Tower, along the shores of Lake Michigan, and sometimes even on Route 66. Their laughter can be heard over the blustery wind, their daring tricks making even the tallest skyscrapers look on in awe. From the bustling cityscape to the serene countryside, these kids rule the state on their skateboards. With the monstrous Rex leading the charge, they embrace the spirit of adventure, freedom, and fun. They brave the snow and the sun, the cornfields and the concrete, all on four wheels. They’re not just kids; they're ambassadors of joy, excitement, and the skateboarding spirit in Illinois. So, if you ever find yourself in Illinois and hear distant laughter carried on the wind or see sparks flying from a colossal dinosaur on a skateboard - don’t be afraid. It’s just Rex and the Windy City Wheelers, doing what they love most!
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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.
The Morton Arboretum is a public garden and outdoor museum with a wealth of experiences for the whole family. Situated on 1,700 acres of land, there are over 200,000 cataloged plants, from 4,100 different species. Families can explore the trails, drive or bike around the grounds, and take a break in the 4-acre interactive children's garden or the 1-acre maze. The Arboretum is also a place of education, with courses in ecological restoration techniques as well as credit courses through the Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area. Schulenberg Prairie, a Midwest pioneer in prairie restoration, is one of the largest restored prairies in the Chicago suburban area.