IH – December 1: Pajama + Pie Day!

We're going for COZY today, so wear pajamas! Don't tell the kids yet, but I'm trying to borrow a projector so we can watch a movie on the pull-down screen in the corner. Maybe bring blankets + pillows – comfy stuff for stretching out on the floor. We can watch something seasonal, like Elf, after …

AR – November 29: Felting + Perlers

We're supposed to play snow games today, but the weather isn't feeling it. If snow happens, let's bring cold-weather gear to play in it. Otherwise... On to Needle Felting! If you have wool roving, wool yarn, fabric and/or "stabbies" to share, please bring them so we have enough for everyone. (Need inspiration? Try here, here, and …

November 19 – FULL MOON HIKE

Join us on Friday, November 19 @ 5 o'clock PM for an evening hike up South Table Mountain to howl at the Full Corn Moon. Families, friends, neighbors – everyone's invited. Please bring a headlamp or lantern for the climb down, which can be pretty darn dark if the moon is covered with clouds. Wear …

AR – November 15: Performances + Perlers

This week, we're doing mini performances, 5-minute plays – we'll use concessions, hair/makeup, a director, music, lights, whatever parts your kids want to play. I thought maybe we could follow a folk tale, like Little Red Riding Hood or a Grimm fairy tale, if everyone wants some guidance. I'm also happy to let them make something …

IH – November 10: Role-Playing Adventures!

We're bringing costumes + wigs this week, so the kids can role-play and explore the world of theater. Bring costumes, stage makeup/face paint, extra sheets to hang from the ceiling to create our stage and any props you like. For performances, we'll use a five-minute timer to keep both actors and audience happy. Let's do …

AR – November 8: Dioramas

Time to build your dream world, shoe-box sized. Please bring the items you'll need to craft a mini-world of your (or your kid's) choosing. Bring a few items to share — paper, scissors, glue, tape, and then whatever your fam finds inspiring. We normally use a lot of natural ingredients, like feathers, rocks, shells, and …

IH – November 3: Free Play

Easiest packing week yet! Bring whatever your kids want to play today, and we'll try to use it. Want to craft? Great. Want to bake? Awesome. Want to play board games? Yes to it all. Games + Activities TableWe will continue to share a table of games, puzzles and/or crafting materials. Bring whatever your kids …

AR – November 1: Stuffy Play

It's Stuffy Play Day! How does your kid play with stuffies? Veterinary play? Farm pretend games? Stuffy school? That's what we'll do. Bring your kids' favorite animals and supplies to support that favorite activity. We'll also bring extra fabric and sewing supplies/fabric glue. Our craft will be to sew + adorn stuffy sleeping bags, clothing, or …

IH – October 27: Potato Day

Yes, it is National Potato Day! And that deserves all kinds of homage. We're going to bring potato dishes to bake and share, potluck-style, and use raw potatoes to carve hand stamps to decorate wrapping paper – or whatever else you wish! We'll aim for a starch-heavy noon meal. Games + Activities TableWe will continue …