The Campfire & Creative Kids Club is happening on Wednesdays at 8 weekly winter sessions from January 17th through March 6th. Click Here for More info & Tickets.
On Wednesday February 14th, Kids Club maven Melanie Willins will be joined by musicians Michael Aaron and Katherine Winston for a family friendly concert. Get ready to groove with Katherine and Michael, bringing a playlist of pop hits that will have everyone tapping their feet. From chart-toppers like "Love Story" and "Happy" to timeless classics like "These Days" and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody", you'll hear a diverse and energetic performance that will captivate audiences of all ages. With infectious energy and interactive performances, be prepared for a memorable musical experience that will have everyone dancing, singing, and smiling throughout the event.
Parents can drop off their little ones anytime between 3-8pm and enjoy time at the Campfire, sit and get some work done, or take a late afternoon hike to the waterfall, or a have a relaxing dinner. Adults are also welcome to stay and participate in creative projects and hang out with the kids. Kid-friendly food options will be available and The Stagecoach Tavern restaurant is also open for adults to enjoy a quiet dinner nearby. Food for kids and adults will be available starting at 5pm. Click Here for More info & Tickets
SCHEDULE:
3-5pm: Energetic play time and activities in the Race Brook barn.
5-6pm: Food available. Collaborative Creative Project or specific presentation by a visiting collaborator.
6-8pm: Games and freestyle creative time.
Drop-off Creative Kids Club & Childcare prices:
$25 for each child per session or $40 for 2 kids (3+ years old / Good for 3-8pm)
$100 per child or $150 for 2 kids for the whole series (up to 8 sessions).
Younger kids are welcome to participate with a parent or guardian present.
Sliding scale donation ($5-20) for younger kids or kids with their parents present who will not need child care.
Melanie Willins, M.Ed (aka “Melanie Poppins”) leads the Creative Kids Club programming at Race Brook Lodge. She is an educator who loves fostering children's curiosity and creativity through informal learning and exploration. Melanie has been working with kids for over 20 years and enjoys developing community connections for families in the Berkshires. As a Child Development Specialist, she supports families and schools through her business, Melanie Poppins Consulting and on Instagram.
MICHAEL AARON is a troubadour at heart. Born and raised in New York, he grew up with the sounds of classic American singer-songwriters like Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, and James Taylor . With an acoustic guitar in hand, a harmonica at his lips, and a foot tambourine at his feet, Michael weaves together a tapestry of sound that is uniquely his own.
KATHERINE WINSTON is a Singer/Songwriter from Massachusetts. She began singing as a young child and soon was performing throughout the Northeast. By the time she was 15, she was already pursuing music full time. In 2015, after making it to the Top 24 on Season 14 of American Idol, she toured and traveled to Los Angeles where she continued recording and releasing music.
DINNER AT THE STAGECOACH TAVERN
Call us at 229-8585 or use the link below to book a table. Check out our current menu here.
The Stagecoach Tavern at Race Brook Lodge offers a seasonal menu with a focus on local ingredients. The candlelit Tavern boasts hand-hewn beams and wide-plank floors spanning multiple levels. It has been a warm and convivial gathering spot for friends, families, and lovers for over 200 years. Cozy up by our roaring fire in winter months or in the summer relax with a drink under the stars in our courtyard.
Race Brook Lodge is a rustic and unique getaway destination, perfect for weekend getaways, workshops, weddings, hiking, biking and more, in the natural beauty of the southern Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts. Race Brook hosts musical performances and other cultural events in the Down County Social Club speakeasy, Barnspace and the Pine Grove Porch. Click here to see a schedule of upcoming events.
Come join us for the first four Wednesdays in May, 3-8pm, to experience the magic of Race Brook Lodge. Each session, led by Melanie “Poppins”, will be themed around incorporating elements of nature into our weekly theme craft, and will include programming with music, movement, and storytelling.