Do you hear it each morning? The sound of birds returning and singing their joyful songs? We’ve heard cardinals and chickadees and robins near our home – especially after it rains and we splash in puddles — and we look forward to joining the chorus with some playful music classes soon. Spring is just a few days away, and we’ve got several more indoor yoga and outdoor exploration events planned to get our bodies moving and connecting with nature, too.
Based on our spring survey results (you can still take it here), there is an appetite for afternoon and weekend programs, too, so we are hoping to add more opportunities as the season unfolds. We’re also previewing some awesome events where you can be the first to learn about registration and updates.
Are you new to Playful Acorns? Welcome! You can read our story here and most recent posts here.
We’re looking forward to seeing you at these collaborative offerings and free community events! Unless otherwise noted, these are geared toward caregivers and kids ages 0-5. Registration is required in advance to book your spot! You can view the full schedule here.
Music and Nature Craft in Waunakee
March 19 (9:30-10:45 a.m. Tuesday):
Let’s celebrate the first day of spring at the Waunakee Public Library! Catherine with Music Together Madtown will lead a half hour music class, followed by Weslie from Outdoors We Learn and Christie from Naturing in Madison showing us how to make wearable crafts with flowers and natural things you find outside the library. ($16 adult/child or $25 for adult with more than one child - Registration required).
Learn more and register for the 3/19 music and nature craft event!
Yoga & Stories in Middleton
April/May** (9-10 a.m. Thursdays):
Ease into your mornings with playful movement, stories, and outdoor exploration during “Mini & Me” yoga and mindfulness classes led by Dani with little om BIG OM at Middleton’s Lakeview Park indoor heated shelter. The 4-week Spring Session will be held April 4 & 18 and May 9 & 16 ($60 for Middleton residents, $80 for non-residents). Register by March 28th!
Learn more and register for the April/May yoga series by 3/28!
Free Play Group in Middleton
April 4 (10-11:30 a.m. Thursday):
Make new connections and enjoy coffee while your kids play and have a snack at this free play group at Lakeview Park indoor shelter in Middleton in collaboration with Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C). After, explore the playground and trails. (FREE - Registration required).
Learn more and register for the 4/4 free play group!
Family Yoga & Music in Fitchburg
April 7 (10-11 a.m. Sunday):
Join us for a playful journey of yoga, music, and laughter with Ms. Kirsten of Lagom: Music and Yoga Education with the spring theme “On the Farm” at Lioness Fitness in Fitchburg. ($16 for adult/child or $25 for adult with more than one child or adult - Registration required for one or both classes).
Learn more and register for 4/7 and/or 5/19 yoga & music!
Upcoming Community Events
Playful Acorns programs are bolded. There are several other local organizations holding awesome family-friendly events that might be of interest to you, too! Many of these events focus on nature exploration, true play, and process art. Remember to check out more events listed at Macaroni KID, local libraries, gyms, and more. Please confirm registration details, costs, and age ranges at the links below.
- Sunday, March 17th: Family Nature Program: Mud Season, UW Arboretum
- Tuesday, March 19th: Celebrate Spring Music and Nature Crafts, Waunakee
- Thursday, March 21st: Free Entry to Children’s Museum, Madison
- Saturday, March 23rd: Bird & Nature Adventures, Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Madison
- Monday, March 25th: Busy Town: Science, Neighborhood House, Madison
- Thursday, March 28th: Deadline to register for April/May Yoga Series, Middleton
- March 29th-31st: Easter EGGstravaganza, Cave of the Mounds
- Saturday, March 30th: OutGrown/Hike It Baby walk and play, Olin Park, Madison
- Monday, April 1st: Lil’ Explorer Adventure, Lussier Family Heritage Center, Madison
- Thursday, April 4th: “Mini & Me” Yoga Series Starts (register by 3/28), Middleton
- Thursday, April 4th: Free 4-C Play Group, Middleton
- Friday, April 5th: Little Sprouts: Story and Stroll, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
- Tuesday, April 9th: Anji Play Date, Lussier Community Education Center, Madison
- Thursday, April 11th: 4-C Free Family Event, Madison
- Friday, April 12th: Nature Playgroup, Lower Yahara River Trail, McFarland
- Sunday, April 14th: 9in|9out for New Parents (flash sale through 3/17), Madison
- April 19th-21st: Half-Pint Spring Resale, Stoughton
- April-May: Remake Learning Days: Outdoor Learning, Various
- Sunday, April 21st: Walk & Talk: Frost Organizing, Verona (get early updates)
- Monday, April 22nd: Earth Day Mini Explorer Hike, Token Creek County Park, DeForest
- Friday, April 25th: Earth Mama Retreat, Brooklyn (get early updates)
- Sunday, April 28th: Celebrating Nature-Based Play, Lussier Family Heritage Center
