Caregiver/Child Programs
Our caregiver/child programs are designed to provide social experiences for both children and caregivers, creating a supportive network for the early years.
Current Offering
Open Play & Family Activities
***Open Play sessions are not drop-off programs. Caregivers must remain on-site and supervise the children in their care at all times.
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Free!
Open to all ages
Enjoy some casual social playtime in our outdoor play yard and indoor classroom spaces. Open Play sessions are an opportunity for families to connect with one another, and to explore our rich play spaces.
On many weekends, we also offer family activities during this block of time. View our calendar page for more info!
This is a drop-in free program, no registration is required.
Past Programs
Tiny Tea Time : Caregiver/Child Program
Wednesdays, March 19 - April 30, 9 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
(no session April 16)
Ages 0-5, attending with a caregiver
****Please note: This is not a drop-off program.
Caregiver attendance is required.
Join us on Wednesday mornings for a cozy and creative outdoor exploration inspired by the beauty of nature. Perfect for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers, Tiny Tea Time offers a gentle introduction to the wonders of the natural world through sensory play, nature-inspired art, music, and storytelling.
Led by experienced educator Alison Meehan, these sessions provide an enriching experience for young children, supporting language and cognitive development, fine and gross motor skills, and sensory processing. Caregivers can also enjoy a supportive, welcoming environment while engaging in meaningful activities alongside their little ones.
Our mornings begin with a warm welcome and an exploratory indoor or outdoor play time, including sensory play and some very first art experiences designed to spark creativity and connection to nature.
This will be followed by Tea Time, when children and caregivers are invited to join for some child-friendly herbal tea, and a simple snack.
Next, we’ll extend our exploration outdoors with a gentle ramble through our child-friendly forest. These short walks provide opportunities to connect directly with the natural world, fostering curiosity and wonder. Children will be encouraged to observe, collect treasures, and experience the forest with all their senses.
This program will take place primarily outdoors, with an indoor space available for inclement weather.
Schedule:
9:00: Invitation to Play
9:45 AM: Tea Time & Story
10:15 AM: Forest Walk
10:45 PM: Goodbye Circle (“Toodaloo!”)