Messy Little Makers (6-Week Program)
Messy Little Makers — 6-Week Series
Ages 6–18 months
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM–12:15 PM | Weeks of 9/21–10/26
Each week features a new theme brought to life through age-appropriate sensory stations. Little makers will have opportunities to squish, scoop, pour, mix, and explore a variety of materials and textures while following their own interests and pace.
The station-based format gives children plenty of freedom to explore while supporting curiosity, confidence, early problem solving, creative thinking, and self-regulation.
Series Details
What to Expect
Class runs from 11:30 AM–12:15 PM. Arriving early gives little ones time to warm up, explore, and settle into the space before the guided sensory experience begins.
Your registration covers the full 75-minute experience.
Instructor
A playful sensory art experience designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and hands-on exploration.
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM–12:15 PM | Weeks of 9/21–10/26
Join the full Messy Little Makers series for six weeks of sensory art, playful exploration, and early creative discovery led by our partner: Philly Art Center - Cherry Hill.
Each week features a new theme brought to life through age-appropriate sensory stations. Little makers will have opportunities to squish, scoop, pour, mix, and explore a variety of materials and textures while following their own interests and pace.
The station-based format gives children plenty of freedom to explore while supporting curiosity, confidence, early problem solving, creative thinking, and self-regulation.
Series Details
- All 6 sessions for $135
- Sibling series rate: $108
- Series enrollment is available for a limited time before the program begins
- Designed for families who want consistent opportunities for sensory exploration, creativity, and play
What to Expect
Each week brings a new theme and may include:
Play + Learn
- Sensory stations featuring different materials and textures
- Scooping, pouring, squishing, mixing, and exploring
- Open-ended activities that encourage curiosity and experimentation
- Opportunities to build confidence and early problem-solving skills
- Plenty of freedom for children to move between activities at their own pace
Play + Learn
Families are welcome to arrive beginning at 11:00 AM for 30 minutes of open play in River + Root’s Montessori-inspired play space.
Class runs from 11:30 AM–12:15 PM. Arriving early gives little ones time to warm up, explore, and settle into the space before the guided sensory experience begins.
Your registration covers the full 75-minute experience.
Instructor
Led by Evie Vanaman of Philly Art Center - Cherry Hill. Evie has been teaching at Philly Art Center for the past two years and studied Studio Art at Rowan University. She loves exploring a wide range of creative mediums and creating playful, hands-on experiences for young children.
Validity
From 9/6/26 until 10/30/26. Visits must take place within this period.