Grow Little Gardener

Grow Little GardenerEnroll your young ones in gardening classes! Held at May’s Garden near the Veblen House in Herrontown Woods, Grow Little Gardener is designed for pre-K and early elementary-aged children. In six sessions, Mathilde Burlion, trained engineer, Master Gardener and local mom, will lead kids and their caregivers in the art and science of gardening. Prepare to discover, learn, practice, and play. Parents must accompany children. Length: Six Week Course Ages: 4 - 8Cost: $130.00/Child or $25 for drop ins. (Prorated for 4 wk sign-up!) What to expect: Every session will involve tending the vegetable garden at the Veblen House. Children will practice planting and caring for crops; they will learn about the soil, plant seeds, and identify insects; to recognize common ground covers, shrubs, and trees found in the woods; learn how to identify and protect oneself from ticks, poison ivy, etc.; and engage in water play (expect muddy boots) . Kids will participate in guided nature walks and explore nature in Herrontown Woods. Fun outdoor games and art activities will also be part of the experience! See below for Frequently Asked Questions and for Additional Questions please contact: Mathilde.burlion@gmail.com 2026 SessionsEvery other Sunday, 4:00-5:00 PM (except Saturday, August 15) MAY 24JUNE 7JUNE 21 NO CLASSJULY 5JULY 19 AUGUST 2AUGUST 15 (Saturday) Fees$130 per participating child for 6 classes (discount available for 6 wk sign up) $25 for drop-insPlants, seeds, and tools will be provided for use on-site. All fees go towards the materials and the support of Herrontown Woods. #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 { --stroke-style: none;--stroke-thickness: 6px; } #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 { mix-blend-mode: var(--tweak-text-block-blend ) ; border-radius: var(--tweak-text-block-radius) ; } #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 { --tweak-text-block-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-9ec4a8a8cd3c197348c4 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } Register FOR CLASSES HERE #block-c299e629f776d478ed92 { --sqs-block-content-flex: 0; } #block-c299e629f776d478ed92 { --opacity: 100%; --translate-x: 0px; --translate-y: 0px; --rotation: 0deg; --scale-x: 100%; --scale-y: 100%; --skew-x: 0deg; --skew-y: 0deg; --origin-x: 50%; --origin-y: 50%; opacity: var(--opacity, 1) ; transform: translateX(var(--translate-x) ) translateY(var(--translate-y) ) rotate(var(--rotation) ) scale(var(--scale-x) , var(--scale-y) ) skewX(var(--skew-x) ) skewY(var(--skew-y) ) ; transform-origin: var(--origin-x) var(--origin-y) ; } Classes meet on the lawn next to the Veblen House in Herrontown Woods. Please park in the upper parking lot in Herrontown Woods off of Herrontown Road here. (GPS use the following address: 452 Herrontown Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540) Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere does the class take place, and where should I park? The class will be at May’s Garden behind the Veblen house. You can park by the Veblen House or at the Herrontown Woods main parking lot and take the boardwalk trail. As a parent, do I have to stay during the class? Yes, please hang out with us. My child is not yet 4, or they are over 8 years old, but I think it would be great for them. Can I sign them up? Yes, but reach out to me first at Mathilde.burlion@gmail.comCan I sign up my child for a single class? Yes, if there is a spot available. The cost is $25. How big is the group? The group will be limited to 10 kids. What clothes or equipment do the kids need?Long sleeves and light colors are ideal for spotting ticks, if any. Preferably old clothes ready for adventure. Kids may wear bug repellent and sunscreen. They need to bring a water bottleDo we need to bring any gardening supplies? NO, all the tools and materials will be provided. Is there a rain date, in case of bad weather? Yes, the following Sunday at 4:00 PM. #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 { --stroke-style: none;--stroke-thickness: 6px; --tweak-text-block-background-color: initial; } #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 { mix-blend-mode: var(--tweak-text-block-blend ) ; border-radius: var(--tweak-text-block-radius) ; } #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 { --tweak-text-block-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-a511d0dff63b60ae1639 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }