Early Childhood Programs
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First Friday 9:30-11am
Early Childhood Rhythm
Ages 2-8+ recommended
Younger siblings welcome
Fall enrollment is currently full for ages 0-2*
Third Fridays 9:30-11am
A calm, relaxing morning for children to connect with nature and families to connect with each other.
Ages 0-8+
Final Fridays 9:30-11am
Ancestral skills for your littles and you!
Ages 1-8+
First Fridays
Early Childhood Rhythm
Our First Friday gatherings follow a gentle, predictable rhythm that supports young children through Circle Time, Craft (optional), Free Play, Story Time, and more.
This offering is a wonderful way to "practice" for the coming school years, for homeschooling families to socialize, and for all to experience rhythm under the canopy of pines and the watchful eyes of familiar familes.
🌿 9:30–9:45 — Arrival & Time with the Goats
Families arrive gradually and are welcomed into the space. Children visit the goats, explore the area, and reconnect with familiar faces while easing into the morning.
🌿 9:45–10:00 — Walking Together to the Circle Area
As the group gathers, we walk together to the circle space, transitioning gently from arrival into shared time.
🌿 9:50–10:00 — Circle Time
Circle time opens the morning with a familiar rhythm of an opening poem, seasonal songs, finger plays, and simple movement to help children feel grounded and connected.
🌿 10:00–10:30 — Free Play
Children move freely through the space, engaging in imaginative play, exploration, and movement. This time allows children to follow their own interests and interact naturally with one another.
🌿 10:15–10:30 — Simple Craft (Optional)
During free play, a simple, seasonal craft is available for children who are interested. Participation is always optional and offered as an invitation rather than a directive.
🌿 10:30–10:45 — Seasonal Puppet Show
The group gathers again to share a simple community snack and enjoy a short seasonal puppet show, offering a shared imaginative experience and a gentle transition toward the close of the morning.
🌿 10:45-10:50 — Story
A simple story follows the puppet show, bringing the group into a quieter, listening space before saying goodbye.
🌿 10:50 — Goodbye Circle & Shared Cleanup
We close with a brief goodbye circle and shared cleanup, helping children transition out of the morning with care and intention.
Third Friday * 9:30-11am
Stay & Play
Some Fridays are meant to be simple.
Stay & Play is an invitation to slow down, spread out a blanket, and enjoy an unhurried morning in the woods.
We'll begin with a seasonal circle time, plenty of time for children to wander, imagine, build, and play while grown-ups connect. A light community snack is provided with a story before leaving.
No crafts to finish. No lessons to keep up with. Just time together.
Open to Active, Returning, and New Families.
Folk Bees
A quilting bee is a communal social gathering where people collaborate to assemble, stitch, and finish a quilt.
Today, "bees" are still very active, though their purpose has shifted from pure necessity to social connection, skill-sharing, and philanthropy.
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For parents who:
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Long for more art and depth
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Want to offer meaningful experiences
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Feel stretched doing it alone
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Are seeking true community
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Are hungry for a village
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For children ages 2–8 who are ready to:
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Work slowly with their hands
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Engage with artistic materials at their level
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Follow gentle rhythm
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Take pride in careful work
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This is for families who value presence, patience, and shared care.