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Join us for our 5th Annual SPARK Kent event at the Eric Sloane Museum & Connecticut Antique Machinery Association!Whethe...
06/04/2026

Join us for our 5th Annual SPARK Kent event at the Eric Sloane Museum & Connecticut Antique Machinery Association!

Whether you’re a young person curious about the trades or simply eager to try something new, come spend the day learning real skills from real tradespeople—and discover the joy of working with your hands.

🛠️ Saturday, October 24th
🕙 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 31 Kent Cornwall Road, Kent, CT

Interested in volunteering, donating, or presenting at SPARK Kent? Tap the link in our bio to get involved.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🍃🌲Earth Day is a reminder that sustainability is often hands-on. From repairing and restoring to maint...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🍃🌲

Earth Day is a reminder that sustainability is often hands-on. From repairing and restoring to maintaining existing materials and structures, the trades are full of ways to extend the life of what we already have.

Small, practical choices in hands-on work can make a real environmental difference every day.

Take time today to think about what can be repaired, reused, or maintained instead of replaced.

As the seasons change, we’re looking forward to another round of hands on programs and community events at TradesUp! Whe...
04/01/2026

As the seasons change, we’re looking forward to another round of hands on programs and community events at TradesUp! Whether you’re interested in learning a new skill, working with your hands, or simply trying something different, there’s something for everyone. Check out what’s ahead and head to the link in our bio for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!

Spring is here, temperatures are rising, and spring break is approaching. This is an ideal time for families to engage i...
03/24/2026

Spring is here, temperatures are rising, and spring break is approaching. This is an ideal time for families to engage in hands-on projects together. From building and planting to painting and simple home improvements, these activities provide a meaningful, screen-free way to explore skills, creativity, and problem-solving while enjoying the season. Let’s see what you can create!

03/08/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the women and girls of TradesUp. From leading hands-on demonstrations at SPARK to exploring new skills in our workshops, they inspire the next generation in the trades.

Their guidance helps young people feel confident trying new skills and see that they belong in a welcoming trades community.

We’re grateful for all they do to make SPARK and our workshops so meaningful!

Hands-on learning doesn’t just happen once a year.There are many ways to partner with TradesUp. Schools, community organ...
03/03/2026

Hands-on learning doesn’t just happen once a year.

There are many ways to partner with TradesUp. Schools, community organizations, and companies can host their own SPARK-style event or collaborate with us on smaller, hands-on workshops throughout the year.

These experiences give students the chance to try real tools, tackle real challenges, and discover the satisfaction of making something with their own hands.

Curious about how you can get involved? Reach out to us today via the link in our bio!

02/20/2026

At TradesUp’s SPARK event, participants don’t just learn about the trades, they try them.

Working with your hands, solving real problems, and seeing tangible results brings a level of satisfaction that’s hard to replicate. By stepping in, using the tools, and experiencing the process firsthand, participants help break the stigma around careers in the trades, and discover new possibilities.

How do you know you love something if you’ve never tried it?

Even if Punxsutawney Phil is predicting six more weeks of winter, we’re already looking ahead to warmer days. Last summe...
02/02/2026

Even if Punxsutawney Phil is predicting six more weeks of winter, we’re already looking ahead to warmer days. Last summer’s TradesUp workshops brought so much energy, hands-on learning, and time spent building skills together, and we can’t wait to do it all again!

As we countdown to spring and summer, we’re getting excited for another season of workshops and opportunities for young people to explore the trades. Stay tuned for our upcoming summer schedule!

On January 17th, TradesUp founder Mason attended a reenactment at Springfield Armory honoring Henry Knox’s 1775 to 1776 ...
01/27/2026

On January 17th, TradesUp founder Mason attended a reenactment at Springfield Armory honoring Henry Knox’s 1775 to 1776 transport of artillery, known as the Noble Train of Artillery.

The sledge we built for Springfield Armory’s 250th celebration was back in action, pulled by the Springfield Rifles rugby team, showing firsthand how hands on skills and problem solving have always shaped history and still do today.

Thank you to the National Park Service and Springfield Armory for an inspiring event, and thank you to the Springfield Rifles for pulling the sledge in the reenactment.

01/23/2026

From painting to building to problem-solving, hands-on experiences help kids develop creativity, confidence, and real-world skills.

That’s what SPARK is all about.

Special thank you to for being an Innovation Supporter of SPARK Kent and for helping us introduce young kids to hands-on learning and the world of building.

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PO Box 846
Kent, CT
06757

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