About SPARK!
SPARK! is a creative engagement program for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners. Programs are designed to keep participants actively engaged in their communities by providing experiences that stimulate conversations, provide peer support and inspire creativity through creative engagement, workshops and programs. SPARK! programs are FREE for families to attend together in a comfortable environment led by specially trained staff and volunteers.
SPARK! programs typically last 60-90 minutes and group sizes are limited, so please pre-register for the programs you plan to attend. Each program is unique and include topics such as cooking, art-making, drama/dance, music/song, poetry and storytelling. SPARK! programs are designed to be offered on various days and times to encourage attendance at multiple locations in your region.
All SPARK! facilitators have been trained by Alzheimer’s professionals and collaborate with community partners to continually enhance programming.
What does SPARK! stand for? SPARK! is not an acronym, it’s something that happens between care partners when engaged in a stimulating and engaging experience – SPARKing a moment together – living in the moment.
Oh behalf of all SPARK! organizations, we look forward to meeting you soon!
(SPARK! programs are designed for families and care partners. If you are from a facility and are interested in bringing a group, please contact the location nearest you for more information.)
SPARK! at the Neville
Candy Creations
Monday, February 17
1:30pm – 2:30pm
FREE – Registration required – Space is limited.
Join us for a hands-on sensory experience exploring the rich history and artistry of candy-making in Brown County. Participants will engage in calming breathing exercises, enjoy vintage candy store sounds, sample treats, and craft their own polymer clay “candies” to take home. Together, we’ll create stories inspired by historic candy shops, blending movement, music, and creativity for a memorable experience!
Making Music
Monday, May 19th
1:30pm – 2:30pm
FREE – Registration required – Space is limited.
Discover the magic of music in this sensory and creative program where participants explore unique instruments, sounds, and rhythms. We’ll begin with calming breaths, then dive into the beauty of sound by listening to instruments and iconic music like In the Hall of the Mountain King. Finally, we will create personal “listening maps” that capture the emotions and movement of the music, making for a memorable and expressive experience!
Our Cultures
Monday, June 16th
1:30pm – 2:30pm
FREE – Registration required – Space is limited.
Experience the vibrant cultures of Northeastern Wisconsin in a program celebrating different cultural traditions. Begin with calming breaths, then enjoy sensory activities that feature traditional music, historic artifacts, and storytelling inspired by local history. Participants will create their own story cloths, capturing the beauty of cultural connections and traditions that shape the region today.
Holiday Memories
Monday, December 15th
1:30pm – 2:30pm
FREE – Registration required – Space is limited.
Step into the nostalgia of the season with “Holiday Memories,” a program celebrating beloved traditions and festive stories. We’ll start with calming breaths and a cozy holiday soundscape, then explore historic holiday photos, create seasonal stories, and sing classic carols while crafting vintage-style ornaments. This warm and joyful experience captures the spirit of holidays past, inviting participants to make memories of their own.
Register Here: https://forms.office.com/g/FRwPkyZHtv
Or call 920-448-4460 and ask for Ali.
SPARK! in Brown County
The Neville Public Museum is one of four SPARK! locations in Brown County. SPARK! programs welcome care partners to stay actively engaged in their communities while joining peers to experience art, culture, and nature in a comfortable environment with specially trained staff and volunteers. To join more SPARK! programs, please visit the following organizations’ websites:
National Railroad Museum, Green Bay
Casa ALBA Melanie, Green Bay
Mulva Cultural Center, De Pere