Explore Our Summer Programming for Kids

The Yellow Farmhouse offers an array of summer programming! Young Cooks and Farmers invites kids ages 6 to 13 to dig into regenerative farming and seasonal cooking. New this summer, for children 6 and under with their caregiver, our Nature Classes at The Folk School offer hands-on ways for little ones and their grown-ups to explore and connect with the natural world.

Scroll down for our full list of upcoming programs!

Featured Programs

Young Cooks & Farmers Summer Program


Our summer program invites children ages 6 to 13 to Yellow Farmhouse at Stone Acres Farm, where they can experience regenerative farming and seasonal cooking. Spend the morning in the fields and greenhouses, then in the kitchen preparing nutritious and delicious food. $50/day.

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The Folk School - Fall Session


Each week, children and their grownups gather outdoors to dive into a seasonal nature-based topic. Through storytelling, hands-on projects, nature studies, and open exploration, children learn about and connect with the natural world. September 9 to November 23 | $300 / child + $100 / sibling - register today at https://moonlitfolkschool.com/education!

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Event

Description

The Folk School - Saplings (all ages w/ caregiver) on Tuesdays

June 23, 2026

Through storytelling, hands-on projects, nature studies, and exploration, children & their grownups learn about and connect with the natural world. Saplings will meet on Tuesdays from June 23 to August 31; $300 / 10-week session or $50 per individual session.

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The Folk School - Sprouts (3-6 w/ a caregiver)

June 24, 2026

Through storytelling, hands-on projects, nature studies, and exploration, children & their grownups learn about and connect with the natural world. Sprouts will meet on Wednesdays from June 24 to August 31; $300 / 10-week session or $50 per individual session.

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The Folk School - Seedlings (0-3 w/ a caregiver)

June 29, 2026

Through storytelling, hands-on projects, nature studies, and exploration, children & their grownups learn about and connect with the natural world. Seedlings will meet on Mondays from June 29 to August 31; $300 / 10-week session or $50 per individual session.

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Young Cooks & Farmers - Week Seven: Build a Bowl

August 3, 2026

Fill your bowl with flavor in this hands-on cooking class where students will stretch noodles, cook grains, whip up tasty sauces, and add farm-fresh veggies to build bowls that are both delicious and nutritious. $50 per day, August 3 - 6

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Young Cooks & Farmers - Week Eight: On a Stick

August 10, 2026

Make your point in these hands-on cooking classes where students will create everything on a stick—from savory kabobs and sweet cake pops to fresh fruit skewers and popsicles. If it can be served on a stick, we’ll make it. $50 per day, August 10 - 13

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Young Cooks & Farmers - Week Nine: Snack Attack

August 17, 2026

Snack like a champion in these hands-on cooking classes where students will make creamy dips, spring rolls, granola bars, quesadilla bites, and other irresistible snacks that are way better than anything from a package. $50 per day, August 17 - 20

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Young Cooks & Farmers - Week Ten: The Final Scoop

August 24, 2026

Churn up the sweet in these hands-on cooking classes where students will mix custards, split bananas, blend berries, and layer sandwiches, all while savoring the last week of summer - one chilly bite at a time. $50 per day, August 24 - 27

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Contact Us

Street Address:

389 N. Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378

Mailing address:

P.O. Box 202, Stonington, CT 06378

Phone number:

(860) 245-5119

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