Our official open house is this weekend, and we are so excited to welcome you to unwind, play, and create at the Studi-yo from May 15-18 and beyond! Please help spread the word. :)
You and your family and friends are invited to drop in and join us for our free open house event from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, May 17th.
- Meet founding members Sam with Playful Acorns, Alina with Little Story Squad, and Christie with Naturing in Madison.
- Take tours of the indoor and outdoor space, which we've been decorating with primarily handmade or thrifted materials.
- Enjoy storytimes with local picture book authors and loose parts nature play.
- Join us for two collaborative art experiences that celebrate creativity, community, and the co-creation of the space. Fold colorful kite paper window stars to brighten the windows with light and color, and add your hopes and wishes to a woven community tapestry that will remain as a lasting reminder of connection at Studi-yo.
We've been busy decorating our cozy Studi-yo space to welcome you during our family-friendly open house weekend!
Here's a glimpse of the other amazing activities we have lined up for you! Register here for:
- Friday, May 15 (9:30 a.m.) outdoor music class for families with Julie Mazer ($10/child). You can also check out her upcoming summer series here.
- Saturday, May 16 (9:30 a.m.) outdoor yoga class for families with Mo of little om BIG OM ($15/child). You can also sign up for our June series here.
- Monday, May 18 (6 p.m.) crafting class for adults with Christie of Naturing in Madison ($5/adult). You can see all upcoming crafting classes here.
We're also excited to introduce a new coworking with kids session that includes a whole hour of nature play supervised by Christie of Naturing in Madison on the morning of Monday, May 18th. Register here for this/other coworking sessions.
Our space is located on the lower level of Glenwood Moravian Community Church, 725 Gilmore St., near Monroe Street. There is a wall of windows in the Studi-yo that face south toward a patio and greenspace to allow for natural sunlight and a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor programs. Plus, we're just steps away from parks, trails, and yummy local coffee shops and restaurants.
We love the Studi-yo's natural setting and proximity to trails and eateries like Madison Chocolate Company.
Upcoming Classes for Families
In addition to our open house weekend activities, the Studi-yo and our partners are also gearing up for more classes for families with young kids! Registration is now open for the following opportunities!
Both outdoor music and yoga classes meet (rain or shine) at the Studi-yo patio and greenspace next to Glenwood Moravian Community Church, 725 Gilmore St, Madison (an indoor backup space and restrooms are available).
Do you have an idea for a class that you'd like offered in the future or would like to host? Contact Sam!
June Outdoor Music Series (Caregiver + Child)
- June 1, 8, 15 (Mondays at 3-3:45 p.m.):
"Up in the Sky" outdoor Kindermusik class with Angie of The Wonder Studio for ages 1-5 and caregiver(s). Need something for the whole family? Mixed Age classes are designed for little ones at different developmental levels to make music together. Families build connection, grownups learn ideas for music exploration and play at home, and there’s room for everyone to grow. Bring a lawn blanket. This 3-week series includes three 45-minute classes, digital materials, and the unit's book for $74 (register here).
June Outdoor Yoga Series (Caregiver + Child)
- June 15, 22, 29 (Mondays at 9:30-10:15 a.m.):
A playful 3-week series of Outdoor Family Yoga with Mo of little om BIG OM geared towards kids ages 1-5 and caregiver(s)! Fun songs, games, & more! Mats provided. Your registration pays for all three classes in the series: $45/1 child or $70/2 children, siblings under age 1 at no additional cost (register here).
Upcoming Classes for Adults
We're excited to offer more classes for adults this spring and summer! Our picture book writing series with Little Story Squad has been lovely, and we're looking at future dates to hold the next set of classes. If you're interested in learning more about writing and/or publishing for children, please contact Alina.
In addition to our first Crafting Together class on May 18th during open house weekend, Christie with Naturing in Madison has set the future dates for these classes that we hope you'll sign up for here!
Spring/Summer Crafting Together (Adults)
- May 18: Bring Your Own Craft
- June 8: BYO Craft / Craft Kit Add-On
- June 22: Wet Felted Flowers
- July 13: BYO Craft / Craft Kit Add-On
- July 27: Wool Painting
- Aug. 10: BYO Craft / Craft Kit Add-On
Crafting Together offers a welcoming space for people of all ages to explore nature-inspired art, learn traditional craft skills, and nurture their creative spirit. Join us to unwind, learn something new, and connect with others through the creative magic of nature. Consider joining our Facebook group!
Classes are held roughly the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6-8 p.m., with a mixture of bring your own craft gatherings and specific group projects. Costs range per session from $5-$20/adult; Art Kits available as an add-on at an additional cost when registering if you would like to have materials provided for you.
The graphics below also include some other events outside of our space that you might enjoy learning about here.
Do you have an idea for a class that you'd like offered in the future or would like to host? Contact Sam!
Contact Sam if you'd like to inquire about joining our growing collective! Monthly memberships include the options to store your supplies, attend Co-yo and/or Solo-yo Sessions, and host classes and/or daylong retreats.
Studi-yo Madison now has a social media presence on Facebook and Instagram at @studiomadison. We hope you follow along! To get the most recent updates, please subscribe to our email updates below!
The Under the Drumlin Sun newsletter features the following content written by Samantha Cora Christian Haas:
- At the Studio: Features upcoming events at the Studi-yo in Madison, member spotlights, and more!
- In A Nutshell: Connects families with upcoming nature and creative events in Dane County, WI, including those hosted by Playful Acorns and Studi-yo.
- On The Bookshelf: Shares a love of storytelling and art, upcoming author events, projects, and favorite reads — especially picture books.
Please let me (Sam) know if you have any questions! Thanks!
