Morning Dew, Caregiver & Child Class

Join us in our lovely, home-like environment with an Early Childhood Teacher at The Folksy House's Morning Dew program. Each Friday morning, caregivers and their little ones gather for a harmonious blend of joyful play, meaningful work, nurturing care, connection, and magic around mealtimes—allowing you to truly experience the most beautiful parts of early childhood.

Caregivers will learn a special life-long handwork skill from a Waldorf Handwork Teacher that is well-suited to the demands of having a young child nearby. Together, we'll follow a morning rhythm that is easily adaptable to your own home environment and discuss topics related to Folksy-inspired rhythms, rooted in Waldorf principles.

From the warmth of homemade snacks to the wonder of open exploration in our play garden, the Morning Dew program is a haven where both children and caregivers grow, connect, and become soul-nurtured through the season.

 

Program Details:

Duration: 6-week session

Participants: Parent/Child Pairs (Children aged 12 months-30 months only) Non-walking, infant siblings are welcome to join. 

Schedule: Fridays, 9:30-11:00 AM

Fall Session Dates: September 16-October 24

Cost: $240 for ONE Caregiver and ONE Child. Please contact hello@thefolksyhouse.org if you have more than one child in this age range you wish to register with. 

 

What to Expect:

Each session is thoughtfully structured to create a rhythm that nurtures both children and adults. Our mornings include:

9:30-10:00 AM: Joyful Arrival and Topic Discussion (Rainbow Room)

Start the morning with playful arrivals, handwork, and engaging topic discussions.

10:00-10:15 AM: Circle Time (Rainbow Room)

We'll "tidy mouse," circle gather which may include a seasonal story, puppet show, singing, or lap games.

10:15-10:30 AM: Snack Preparation (Fiber Arts Room)

Participate in washing up, preparing snack, and setting the table, followed by a secular blessing of gratitude and enjoying a wholesome snack. Option to purchase a Folksy Recipe book at the end of the session which includes our snacks and more.

10:30-11:00 AM: Play Garden Exploration (Play Garden)

Enjoy 30 minutes of open exploration in the play garden, without teacher supervision, to encourage free play and discovery.

Weekly Discussion Topics:

Week 1: Introduction to Storytelling and Singing
Week 2: What is Meaningful Work?
Week 3: Establishing a Rhythm at Home
Week 4: The Importance of Meal Times and Sleep
Week 5: Connecting with Nature
Week 6: Celebrating Seasonality

Location: 9060 Main Street in Clarence`

Supplies Needed: Please do not bring snacks into the house or play garden.  You may bring a waterbottle. You will also need weather appropriate clothing and footwear for you and your child. Be prepared for mud; Rainboots, rain pants, raincoats, and cooler temperatures with fall/winter gear including mittens and hats. We recommend Oaki wear for trailsuits and snowsuits, and Stonz gloves for young children. If your child has an allergy please let us know before registering so we can see if were able to accomodate.  

Registration in the program is on a first-come, first-served basis. This class is extremely limited as we only have space in the Rainbow Room for 6-8 adults and their small child. If full, a waitlist will begin. (email hello@thefolksyhouse.org) Payment is non-refundable if requested less than 2-weeks before the program begins. 

Assumption of Risk Liability Waiver & Release

On behalf of my minor child, I hereby give permission for my child to participate. I hereby warrant that both myself and my child are familiar with the risks associated with participation in activities. I acknowledge that my child’s participation in this program is wholly voluntary. I do hereby agree and consent to my child’s participation in the program during this school year and do assume all risks and hazards which are conducted as part of the associated activities. I hereby release, absolve, indemnify, and hold blameless The Folksy House, its officers, directors, employees, contracted employees, independent contractors, instructors, agents, organizers, and volunteers of any and all liability for damage, injury, or expense of any kind arising out of or connected with my child’s participation. I understand that in case of a medical emergency, my own personal medical plan will be used if available; if not, medical aid may be sought while I am being contacted. In the event of any illness or injury, I hereby consent to whatever examination, diagnosis, or treatment and the hospital care from a licensed dentist, physician, and/or surgeon as deemed necessary for my child’s safety and welfare. I understand that the resulting expenses will be my responsibility and not the The Folksy House, or any affiliates. As a condition of participation in the program by the child named in this application, I acknowledge that I have read this consent form, and knowingly, on behalf of my child, assume all of the risks associated with participating in any way in the program. As consideration for being permitted to participate in the program, I hereby agree that I, my assignees, heirs, distributees, guardians, and legal representatives will not make claim against, sue or attach the property of The Folksy House, or their Affiliates or the supplier of any of the equipment used in these activities for injury or damage resulting from negligence, failure of care, omission or other acts, howsoever caused by an employee, agent or contractor The Folksy House. and any affiliate as result of incidental to my child participation in these activities. I hereby release, to the fullest extend permitted by law, The Folksy House, Inc. and the affiliates, from any and all actions, claims, demands, or liabilities that I, my assignees, heirs, distributes, guardians, and legal representatives now have or may hereafter have for injury or damage resulting from my son/daughter’s participation in these activities irrespective of whether the same is based on breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability or any other theory or recovery. Parent/Legal Guardian acknowledges that The Folksy House is an enrichment program and not a licensed childcare or daycare facility.