Creativity and imagination abound in our weekly school-year classes. From masterpiece art to sewing, our unique classes are designed to tap into children’s natural curiosity and unbridled imaginations. There is no “right way” nor “wrong way” at the Maker Farm just a wonderful journey down the path of the child’s imagination guided by our experienced teaching staff.
NOTE: There are no classes held during school vacations and holidays. Please do not drop off more than 5 minutes prior to a class at The Maker Farm as staff is busy prepping lessons and doing farm chores! Classes missed can often, but not always, be made up. Please check in with Emily (info@themakerfarm.com) about make-up lessons and prorating.
MONDAYS (Fall 2018- Spring 2019)
Homeschool Art Lab
Ages: 6-12
Mondays, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
Literary Art (Fall 2018)
2018: September 17 – December 10
No class on school vacations & holidays
Join us each week for art inspired by favorite young adult and children’s literature from Harry Potter to Alice in Wonderland to Where the Wild Things Are and more! We will paint, draw, use clay. sew and build
Claymation Storytelling (Winter 2019)
2019: January 7 – March 25, 2019
No classes on school vacations & holidays
In this session, children will study famous Claymation videos and create their own storyline with their own Claymation character! We will create props, sets and more as well as storyboards. In the final weeks of class, kids will use Stop Motion on The Maker Farm’s IPADS and film their stories.
The Curious Artist (Spring 2019)
2019: April 8 – June 24
No classes on school vacations & holidays
Young artists will explore many types of art with a myriad of teacher-led and class-led themes. Children love the art of Ancient Egypt and Native Americans. They may also decided upon creating works of art inspired by dinosaurs, outer space, Mother Nature … the possibilities are endless.
Sew Fun!
Our program has made a few changes! We are now offering a joint class for our novice and experienced seamstresses and tailors, however, our experienced sewers have the option of an extended class to cover more challenging projects between 5:15 and 5:45. Each week we will focus on machine skills, cutting, gluing, making templates and handsewing. We have lots of fun projects and themes this year to keep your young crafter inspired!
Junior Sewing
Ages: 7+
Mondays, 4:15 – 5:15 pm
Extended Senior Sewing
Ages: 8+
Mondays, 4:15 – 5:45 pm
Jim Henson Inspired Creatures & Puppets
2019: January 7 – February 11
No classes on school vacations & holidays
CARE FARMING: Express Yourself (Mondays)
Ages: 8-10
Mondays, 3:00 to 4:15 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will focus on the miracle of nature while learning and practicing healthy coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety, develop social and relationship skills, and increase healthy self-esteem building skills. We will spend quality time with the animals, learn about their proper care, and work together to complete barnyard chores. We will enjoy the many benefits of the natural world surrounding the farm, in addition to participating in farm themed arts, crafts, and games.
CARE FARMING: Live. Laugh. Farm. (Mondays)
Ages: 6-8
Mondays, 4:30 – 5:45 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group is designed specifically for horse lovers! We will learn about horse care, tack, and enjoy an occasional pony ride. We will also spend time learning about, caring for, and having fun with the many other animals on the farm, and participate in seasonal gardening. Through our experiences, we will learn about and practice healthy social, self-esteem, and coping skills. In addition, we will enjoy farm themed arts, crafts, and games.
TUESDAYS (Fall 2018- Spring 2019)
The Maker Farm Theater for Young People
Ages: 6-10
Tuesdays, 3:45 – 5:15 pm
Director: Emily Piper
Join Director Emily Piper at The Maker Farm for theater in OUR BARN! Yes we will perform in the beautiful stable as we have transformed our first floor of our barn into a theater and art space.
CARE FARMING: Holy Cow! (Tuesdays)
Ages: 11+
Tuesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will spend time learning about, caring for, and socializing with the many animals at The Maker Farm! This program is designed to focus on the miracle of nature while learning and practicing healthy coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety, develop social and relationship skills, and increase healthy self-esteem building skills.
CARE FARMING: Just Be Me … Fun on the Farm (Tuesdays)
Ages: 6-8
Tuesdays, 4:30 – 5:45 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will enjoy the many benefits of the natural world surrounding the farm. We will spend quality time with the animals, learn about their proper care, and work together to complete barnyard chores. Utilizing the miracle of nature, we will learn and practice healthy coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety, develop social and relationship skills, and increase healthy self-esteem building skills. We will also enjoy farm-themed arts, crafts, and games.
WEDNESDAYS (Fall 2018- Spring 2019)
Pony Love!
Ages: 7+
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:45 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
This class is for the novice horse enthusiast who wants to learn about horsemanship, animal care, farm life and who want to ride horses! Our harnesses have also arrived, so we will also learn the art of driving! We have added to our staff for this popular class to allow for more riding time on our wonderful horses – Hank, Monty, Atticus, Gracie and Holly. Kids will also work with our miniature horses and small ponies.
Dino Adventures
Ages: 4-6
Wednesdays, 9:30-10:45 am
October 10 – November 28, 2018 (No classes on Halloween or Thanksgiving week)
Maker: Lisa Arrigo
This class will focus on hands on Dinosaur fun! What is a Paleontologist? What is an Archaeologist? How many kinds of dinosaurs were there? We will discuss this and more with fun creative hands on art-based projects that make learning fun!
Pony Art and Book Club – Fall 2018
Ages: 6+
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
November 7 – December 19, 2018 (No classes on school vacations & holidays)
Maker: Emily Piper
This class will focus on favorite horse literature and horse art from clay to acrylics. We will also visit the barn each week to spend time with the horses. Kids will groom and feed in our charming 19th century stable. Books will be decided upon according to age and interest of participants – there are a lot of wonderful books from which to choose!
CARE FARMING: Holy Cow! (Wednesdays)
Ages: 11+
Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will spend time learning about, caring for, and socializing with the many animals at The Maker Farm! This program is designed to focus on the miracle of nature while learning and practicing healthy coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety, develop social and relationship skills, and increase healthy self-esteem building skills.
CARE FARMING: Express Yourself (Wednesdays)
Ages: 8-10
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 5:45 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will focus on the miracle of nature while learning and practicing healthy coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety, develop social and relationship skills, and increase healthy self-esteem building skills. We will spend quality time with the animals, learn about their proper care, and work together to complete barnyard chores. We will enjoy the many benefits of the natural world surrounding the farm, in addition to participating in farm themed arts, crafts, and games.
THURSDAYS (Fall 2018- Spring 2019)
The Maker Farm Conservatory
Ages: 10-Adult
Thursdays, 4:00-6:00 pm
Director: Emily Piper
Join Director Emily Piper at The Maker Farm for theater in OUR BARN! Yes we will perform in the beautiful stable as we have transformed our first floor of our barn into a theater and art space.
Hamlet
2018: September 20 – November 17
No classes on school vacations & holidays
PERFORMANCES: Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17 at 7:00 pm
Our Town (back by popular demand!)
2019: March 7 – May 16
No classes on school vacations & holidays
PERFORMANCES: Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17 at 7:00 pm
CARE FARMING: Natural Wonders (Thursdays)
Ages: 4-6
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group will explore the wonders of nature while learning and practicing healthy coping skills, social and relationship skills, and self-esteem building skills. We will spend quality time with the animals, and have fun with farm-themed arts, crafts, and games.
CARE FARMING: Live. Laugh. Farm. (Thursdays)
Ages: 8-10
Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 pm
Maker: Beth Frankel, LSW
Maximum: 6 individuals
This group is designed specifically for horse lovers! We will learn about horse care, tack, and enjoy an occasional pony ride. We will also spend time learning about, caring for, and having fun with the many other animals on the farm, and participate in seasonal gardening. Through our experiences, we will learn about and practice healthy social, self-esteem, and coping skills. In addition, we will enjoy farm themed arts, crafts, and games.
FRIDAYS (Fall 2018 - Spring 2019)
Masterpiece Art
Ages: 6-10
Fridays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
In this favorite class, young artists will explore many types of media from paint to clay to photography and even sewing! Each session will focus on a fun, kid-friendly theme.
Fairies, Gnomes, Nymphs, Wizards
2019: May 3 – June 14
No classes on school vacations & holidays
Dino Adventures
Ages: 6+
Fridays, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
January 11 – February 15, 2019
Maker: Lisa Arrigo
This class will focus on hands on Dinosaur fun! What is a Paleontologist? What is an Archaeologist? How many kinds of dinosaurs were there? We will discuss this and more with fun creative hands-on, art-based projects that make learning fun!