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.
PROGRAMMING at The Maker Farm at Meadowbrook in Westford and our new location – The Maker Farm at Bancroft in Pepperell.
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
Homeschool Art Lab (in Westford)
Ages: 6-12
10 Mondays, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
September 9 – November 25, 2018 (No class on Oct 14 or Nov 11)
Maker: Emily Piper
Location: Westford
Max: 12
Fiber Arts: Fun with String, Wool, Fabric and Paint
In this class, we will learn the art of batik. Plus, we will needlefelt and wetfelt plus create unique dreamcatchers and more! This is the perfect class for the hands-on messy artist who loves texture and mixed-media.
Homeschool Art Lab (in Pepperell)
Ages: 6-12
Location: Pepperell
10 Mondays, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
Max: 12
In this class, homeschoolers will explore many different types of art with Emily Piper in our CraftingCottage and even in the Barn with our friendly animals! From painting to photography to clay to sewing, this class is for the artist who enjoys the journey of creativity using lots of different tools!
The Imperfect Artist: Wild Creativity
January 6 – March 23, 2020
No classes on MA vacation days/weeks
The Artistry of Animals
March 30 – June 15, 2020
No classes on MA vacation days/weeks
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, 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Extended Senior Sewing
Ages: 8+
Mondays, 4:00 – 5:45 pm
(In Westford) Holiday Gifts
November 18 – December 23 (date change!)
No class on MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Get Organized – Crafty and Cute Organizers for your room
January 6 – March 2, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Sleepover Edition!
March 16 – May 4, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Party Animals!
May 11 – June 22, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days
TUESDAYS
The Maker Farm Theater for Young People
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Tuesdays, 4:15 – 5:45 pm
March 3 – May 19, 2020
FINAL SHOW: May 19
Director: Emily Piper
Location: Pepperell
Max: 16
Join Director Emily Piper at The Maker Farm for theater in OUR BARN! Yes we will perform in the beautiful hayloft at The Maker Farm at Bancroft in Pepperell.
WEDNESDAYS
Pony Love in Pepperell!
Ages: 5-12 (split into Jr & Sr groups)
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 6:15 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
Location: Pepperell
We are offering a minibus pick-up at our Westford location at 4pm free of charge with Miss Emily as driver.
This class is for the novice horse enthusiast who wants to learn about horsemanship, animal care, farm life and who wants to ride horses! Each week, Emily will lead a horse craft workshop as well as assist the kids in “putting the horses and barnyard animals to bed” on the farm. Pony lovers will also get to ride each week with a Maker Farm staff member assisting. We will ride using English, Western and even bareback tack! Kids will also work with our miniature horses and small ponies. This has become a favorite class for kids and staff at The Maker Farm. And our animals LOVE all of the attention!
THURSDAYS
Animal Love in Pepperell!
Ages: 5-10
Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:30 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
Location: Pepperell
Do you have a kid who is CRAZY about animals? Well, Miss Emily is too! We have more than 20 horses, 4 donkeys, 3 sheep, 5 goats, 6 cats, 2 dogs, 20 hens, a silly roo and 2 buns on our friendly, arty farm! And, our animals LOVE kids as much as kids love them. In this class, we will care for the animals at The Maker Farm as well as create an animal art project each week. Dress for a mess and the outdoors (heated space available on the chilly days!).
FRIDAYS
Masterpiece Art
Ages: 6-10
Fridays, 4:15 – 5:30 pm
Maker: Emily Piper
Max: 14
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.
(In Westford) The ART of Gift Giving
November 8 – December 20, 2019
No class on MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Animalia: Winter Wonderland
January 10 – February 14, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Let’s P-ART-Y!
February 28 – April 3, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days
(In Pepperell) Mixed Media Madness!
May 1 – June 12, 2020
No classes during MA or NH vacation days