2010 Summer Programs at Green Meadow Farm

Little Farmers Ages 3—5 with parent Introduces children to the livestock raised on the farm. We will focus on a different group of animals each session: birds, sheep, pigs and insects. We will be doing up-close watering and feeding and will participate in hands-on activities, stories, songs and more. There will be some walking about, so dress for the weather. The kids will meet in the greenhouse when it is too rainy to stay outside. Cost $40 per session

  • Session 1A: Thursdays, June10, 17, 24, July 1 from 3 pm—4 pm
  • Session 1B: Fridays, June 11, 18, 25, July 2 from 9 am—1 0am
  • Session 2A: Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 from 3 pm—4 pm
  • Session 2B: Fridays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 from 9 am—10 am
  • Session 3A: Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 from 3 pm—4 pm
  • Session 3B: Fridays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9 am—10 am

 

Farmer’s Helper Ages 6-11 Gives students an opportunity to see where their food really comes from and to participate in getting it table-ready. They will care for the animals (feeding, watering, carrying hay and other supplies), plant and tend a raised bed with their group, and sometimes join the farm crew in the fields for weeding and harvesting. They will be encouraged to keep a journal of their experiences. The kids will meet in the greenhouse when it is too rainy to stay outside. Bug spray may be needed. Cost $60 per session.

  • Session 1A: Thursdays, June10, 17, 24, July 1 from 9 am—10:30 am
  • Session 1B: Fridays, June 11, 18, 25, July 2 from 10:30 am—Noon
  • Session 2A: Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9 am—10:30 am
  • Session 2B: Fridays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 from 10:30 am—Noon
  • Session 3A: Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9 am—10:30 am
  • Session 3B: Fridays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:30 am—Noon
Harborlight Montessori School - Infant to Grade 8 - Beverly MA

Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Sing & Dance with the Music Man Brian Doser in Hamilton visit Massachusetts
Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am for 30 - 45 minutes of great music with Brian Doser! Sing and dance with the Music Man during a family concert, featuring familiar and original tunes, performed by local dad and musician,...
10:00 am to 10:45 am

Thursday, March 23

Arts & Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

Art Classes for children with Colleen Apostolos
Certified Montessori teacher, artist and local mother, Colleen Apostolos-Marsh will guide your young artist in an exploration of color, shape, and texture. Using a variety of media, your child will be free to express their in a beautiful space while socializing and engaging in cooperative play....
10:30 am to 11:30 am

Thursday, March 23

LEGO Club at Danvers Library

LEGO club at Danvers Library
Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Pokemon Club at NTL

Pokemon Club at Newbury Town Library in Massachusetts for kids 7 and up
Grab your trading cards and come join us for Pokemon Club! Recommended for ages 7+.
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Friday, March 24

Winter DROP IN Preschool Farm Explorers

Farm Explorers is a great way for preschoolers to explore Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts!
Winter is in the air and the animals of the farm and woods have prepared themselves for winter. Can we find their signs, like homes, tracks, and caches of food? What happens in winter around the farm? We invite little farmers to experience life at the farm in winter. Through farm “chores,” age-...
11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Friday, March 24

Landmark School Tours

Landmark School is a day and boarding school in Beverly, Mass., serving students in grades 2–12 with dyslexia or other specific learning disabilities.
Got Dyslexia? Be part of a community of day and boarding students in grades 2-12 diagnosed with dyslexia or other language-based learning disabilities. Landmark School is tailored to meet the needs of students who have Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or Expressive Language Disorder.
12:45 pm to 3:45 pm

Friday, March 24

Science Fridays at HWPL

Science Fridays with Ms. Katie at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
Join Ms. Julie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This program will be held on Fridays January 13 - March 24 from 1:30 - 2:30pm (no...
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Friday, March 24

Knitting Club at Essex Library

Come try your hand at knitting at the Essex Library! Ages 6 and up
The TOHP Burnham Public Library in Essex hosts a knitting club for anybody aged 6 and up! Children ages 6 years and older with an adult-Learn the basics of knitting AND sewing with Ms. Christine. No experience necessary! Build hand strength and dexterity which will support fine motor skills....
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Friday Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms

Join Thbe Trustees of Reservations at Appleton Farms for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program held on Fridays and Saturdays
Every day is full of a list of barnyard chores we need to get down to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy! Let’s get to work.
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Saturday, March 25

Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Sing & Dance with the Music Man Brian Doser in Hamilton visit Massachusetts
Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am for 30 - 45 minutes of great music with Brian Doser! Sing and dance with the Music Man during a family concert, featuring familiar and original tunes, performed by local dad and musician,...
10:00 am to 10:45 am

Tails for the Trails - 5k Casual Canicross

Come to Mill Pond in West Newbury the Tails for the Trails 5k Canicross to benefit the Essex County Trail Association!
Come to Mill Pond in West Newbury for ECTA's first ever Tails for the Trails, a 5k casual Canicross! Whether you and your canine partner are beginners or experienced Canicross runners this is an event for you!
10:00 am to 12:00 pm