Youth Programs - Fall 2025

Published on August 01, 2025

Pinecrest Gardens offers a variety of youth programs designed to engage children in hands-on learning and exploration throughout the school year. The Paper Tree House Homeschool Co-Op invites homeschoolers aged 5 and up every Wednesday, where they can experience activities ranging from logic puzzles and science experiments to animal encounters and Taekwondo. For days when school is out, such as teacher planning days, the Gardens hosts Mini Camps—each with its own unique theme connected to the natural environment—which provide a safe and stimulating setting for children to learn and play. 

Parents seeking a break can take advantage of Parents Night Out, where children ages 4 to 9 participate in interactive science and art activities at night, including themed STEAM stations, all while parents enjoy an evening off. Younger children, specifically toddlers ages 1 to 3, can explore new interests daily in the Parent & Me classes by the Pinecrest Dance Project, which feature rotating themes such as music, science, art, gymnastics, and dance. 

Additionally, the Little Lizards program offers an informal, biweekly science and art experience for children ages 4 to 12 on Wednesday afternoons. Here, kids can read, explore nature, create art, and let their imaginations flourish, with upcoming sessions centered around topics like bats, local flora, and outdoor art. Each program at Pinecrest Gardens is crafted to foster curiosity, creativity, and a deeper connection with the natural world.