Prescott Community Center

This is a 90-minute dynamic performance featuring original hip-hop and spoken word pieces written and performed by Desmond Curran. Desmond Curran, The "Traveling Troubadour," is a Spoken Word / Performance Artist currently living in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Born in Anchorage, Alaska, and having called various places home throughout his life, he incorporates his experiences with the kaleidoscope of people he's encountered into his writing (and performance). Informed by his lifelong love of the Sea and the Outdoors, Desmond creates a distinctively individual voice that examines many of today's most pressing issues: mental health, grief and isolation, social media, global instability, and climate change. Entertainment will take center stage. Desmond will also utilize some of the time to explain and define hip hop and spoken word, and address any questions from parents and children. The performance will also serve as an ideal introduction for youth interested in the hip-hop and spoken-word workshops available to students in February.

Get ready to create, connect, and watch your imagination take flight! Join us for a hands-on family program where you’ll build and fly your very own kite—one that often flies better than store-bought versions. With easy, step-by-step guidance from our instructor, you’ll design and assemble your kite in under an hour, making this a fun and rewarding experience for beginners and seasoned creators alike. Perfect for ages 8 to 100+, this is a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to build together, laugh together, and celebrate a little old-fashioned fun. Once your kite is complete, you’ll have the chance to test it out in the gym—or, weather permitting, take it outside to the back lawn and watch it soar. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and sense of adventure! Cost: $12 per person Materials Fee: $5 per person Ages: 8+ (Younger children are welcome to assist an adult or older sibling) **All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.** Click here and read below to see what people are saying about Glenn's Kite Program: “Glenn Davison conducted a kite making workshop at the NH Telephone Museum that quickly sold out. The students had a terrific time designing and constructing their own kites. The workshop is suitable for all ages and one young fellow exclaimed, “this is the best day ever!” What a great afternoon – there's no doubt that everyone had a great time.” - Graham, Museum Director, New Hampshire "Thank you so much for bringing your kite workshop to our library yesterday. The kids had such a fun time. It was great working with you." - Cathy, Children's Librarian, Massachusetts

Join us for a night of creativity, chatter, and time with family or friends as we come together to paint a canvas! In this session, we will take our inspiration from Claude Monet's colorful garden. We will create an acrylic paintings on canvas, learning and practicing new painting and brushwork techniques. Although this is taught step by step, there are plenty of opportunities for participants to add their own artistic flair. This workshop is suitable for kids and adults of all artistic abilities. Class $20 | Materials fee $5

Join us for a night of creativity, chatter, and time with family or friends as we come together to paint a canvas! In this session, we will take our inspiration from the Cows of Gibbet Hill. We will create acrylic paintings on canvas, learning and practicing new painting and brushwork techniques. Although this is taught step by step, there are plenty of opportunities for participants to add their own artistic flair. This workshop is suitable for kids and adults of all artistic abilities. Class $20 | Materials fee $5

Join a live wildlife talk with Jane Newhouse, founder of Newhouse Wildlife Rescue, and meet Nibi the beaver and Stanley the groundhog! Newhouse Wildlife Rescue is a rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. With the company of Nibi and Stanley, Jane will discuss how wildlife is rescued and cared for in the rehabilitation facility. You will learn the dos and don’ts of helping injured and orphaned wild animals in emergencies, how humans can coexist with wild animals in our community, and gain awareness, love, and respect for wildlife. Bring your questions! Nibi, the celebrity beaver, was rescued in 2022 after being found alone on the side of the road as a one-week-old. The state later determined that Nibi was healthy and should be released. Petitions, social media outcries, and court battles ensued to keep her safe in rehab. The story was reported by The New York Times, The Washington Post, “Today Show,” the BBC, and beyond. Finally, with the intervention of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Nibi was granted a permit to stay with Newhouse as an educational ambassador. **Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.** **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.**

Step into a night of magic, music, and memories at Prescott Community Center’s Someone Special & Me Dance! Kids ages 5–10 are invited to bring someone special — a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, family member, or friend — for an unforgettable evening together. From the moment you arrive, the fun begins! Strike a pose at our photo booth, dance to upbeat music, play games, learn new moves, enjoy giveaways, and make memories you’ll be talking about long after the last song plays. This year’s theme is the Enchanted Forest, so dress to impress and wear your best dancing shoes! Be sure to bring a camera or phone to capture the magic — including a special photo at our whimsical photo booth. Snacks and beverages will be available throughout the evening to keep everyone energized for fun! Tickets are $15 per person. **A child must be accompanied by a paying adult.** **A child may be accompanied by more than one paying adult.**

Birds and flowers will return with spring. Invite your friends and family to build a house for our feathered friends and create a window box for flowers and herbs! Your group of 1-6 people will work together to craft a birdhouse and a window box from wood using hand tools. No experience is necessary. The instructors will provide materials such as cedar wood, stainless steel nails, clamps, and drills for the class. At the end, you'll get to take your creations home to enjoy all spring and summer! $65 per Family/Group of 1-6 people Each group registration includes materials for one birdhouse and one window box. If your group would like to build additional sets, please register for an additional spot. **All children 13 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.**