2023 Upcoming Adult & youth classes

Dates: June (For schedule, please click the link below)
Session 1: 2-4 Years of Age from 10:00 a.m - 10:45 a.m.
Session 2: 6 Months - 2 Years of Age from 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family and a blanket at Elawa Farm for a morning of collaborative group music making with Jamberry Music. You and your little ones will bond and make new friends while we sing, dance, move, play, pretend and experiment with instruments.

Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023

Time: 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.

Unroll your mat and enjoy the scenery of Elawa Farm’s restored gardens as our Yoga Instructor, Dani, guides you on an hour-long yoga journey. Classes will be held on select Saturdays from June - October. Bring a blossoming spirit and enjoy a mindful morning!

Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023

Time: 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.

Join Eileen Weber, AAF of Lake Forest Flowers to create a fresh floral arrangement inspired by “Barbie” in a fresh pumpkin. Trending colors of pink and orange, complemented with the textures of autumn are perfect for October. Please bring garden gloves for cleaning out your pumpkin, and clippers or floral scissors. 

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 10:00 A.M. -11:30 A.M.

Join Eric Winkelbaeur of Gretta’s Goats for a Soap Making 101. This is a creative process that can help take your skincare into your own hands. You can experiment with scents, colors, textures, and use responsibly sourced ingredients and know exactly what you are putting on your skin. Participants will take a pre-made, Gretta's Goats' bar of soap and two additional soap bars made during the workshop. 

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Solidify your summer experience with our first-ever block printing workshop for kids! Join us as our Education Team demonstrates how to create unique linoleum block botanical cards. In this hands-on workshop, blossoming artists from 4th - 8th grades will gather leaves and other organic materials around the farm, learn how to transfer from paper to linoleum block, practice carving methods, and then print the design on greeting cards using a variety of ink colors. All supplies for the project are provided.

Date: Monday, October 16, 2023

Time: 12:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Join Chef Gale Gand for a Mediterranean cooking demonstration! In this cooking class, you will learn how to cook with seasonal vegetables prepared simply but with bold flavors. Experience the spirit of the Mediterranean Kitchen as we harvest the last of the summer garden’s bounty. Tastes will be provided during class.

Date: Monday, October 16, 2023

Time: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Join Chef Gale Gand for a Mediterranean cooking demonstration! In this cooking class, you will learn how to cook with seasonal vegetables prepared simply but with bold flavors. Experience the spirit of the Mediterranean Kitchen as we harvest the last of the summer garden’s bounty. Tastes will be provided during class.

Date(s): Tuesday, October 17 and/ or Wednesday, October 18

Times: 5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Join local artist Evelyn Phelps for a fun, back-to-back watercolor painting class inspired by the autumn scene around the farm! Explore a range of watercolor techniques, subjects and styles while learning color mixing and manipulating the paint to create an autumn still life scene. 

You will have the option to attend either Tuesday's session, Wednesday's session, or both. Please click the button below to make your desired selection(s). 

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

It’s the best time of the year! Bring the family out to Elawa Farm anytime between 9 am - 2 pm for pumpkin painting, face painting, and a family-friendly scavenger hunt. Enjoy cider throughout the activities and don’t forget to wear your costumes! All supplies and face painting included.

Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023

Time: 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.

Discover the profound impact of crystals on our body and mind's energy frequencies with Krystalia! In this workshop, participants will learn essential techniques to ground their energy, unlock the myriad benefits of crystal usage, and harness the power of crystals to achieve optimal energy balance. Workshop will start with a breathing exercise followed by a walk through of crystal care process, a meditation session to connect with a crystal, and a Q & A session over crystal infused tea. Ticket includes two crystals imported from Indonesia, and a third crystal charger.

Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Time: 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.

It's getting spooky around here! For those who love a good theme, you will learn how to make three Boo-zy cocktails just in time for Halloween. These cocktails will be easy to scale up too, if you're having a party and want to serve it in a large format punch bowl! A light fare is included at the beginning of the class.

Date: Monday, November 6

Afternoon Session: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Get ready for the most American holiday of all, Thanksgiving. Chef Gale will teach 3 new side dishes and one dessert perfect for your holiday table or to bring to a family or friends gathering. Tastes will be provided during class.

Date: Monday, November 6

Evening Session: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Get ready for the most American holiday of all, Thanksgiving. Chef Gale will teach 3 new side dishes and one dessert perfect for your holiday table or to bring to a family or friends gathering. Tastes will be provided during class.

Date: Monday, November 13

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Gather with friends, family, and baking enthusiasts in our Learning Kitchen to create traditional holiday breads & treats with Pastry Chef Maggie Logan! In this holiday-themed workshop, you will learn to work with yeast, knead dough, proof, and bake. You will take home what you bake in class. Wear a festive apron and bring your favorite rolling pin, as this is an hands-on, interactive class.

Date: Monday, November 13th

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 am

Join the Paper White Planting Party! Holly Kyle of “Mama H’s Paper White Purpose” will show you how to plant paper white bulbs in repurposed and vintage containers, ready to bloom and enjoy in 4-5 weeks. Holly/Mama H’s purpose is to share the wonder and beauty of nature and show how something as simple as a flower can bring so much joy and appreciation for life and the world around us! We will decorate and personalize glass containers with a variety of decor, vinyl holiday designs/images and you’ll leave with a beautiful container of bulbs ready to bloom during the holiday season.

Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Time: 10:00 A.M. -11:30 A.M.

Join Eric Winkelbaeur of Gretta’s Goats for a Soap Making 101. This is a creative process that can help take your skincare into your own hands. You can experiment with scents, colors, textures, and use responsibly sourced ingredients and know exactly what you are putting on your skin. Participants will take a pre-made, Gretta's Goats' bar of soap and two additional soap bars made during the workshop. 

Date: Thursday, November 16

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Looking to create a Thanksgiving centerpiece this festive season? Join Katie Ford to create your own large, long, and low Thanksgiving centerpiece using both fresh and preserved blooms. This large centerpiece will add color and texture to your beautiful Thanksgiving table.