Learn something new and have fun doing it! Summer at Willow offers the ideal environment for children ages 3-13 to engage in fun, hands-on activities and creative pursuits. Kids discover new skills, expand interests and passions, and explore the outdoors, all on our 34-acre wooded campus in Gladstone, NJ.
TIME: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. For those interested in full-day camp, Willow has arranged for campers to be bussed from our campus to Meadowbrook Country Day Camp in Long Valley for the afternoon.
COST: $300 per session, unless otherwise indicated. Cost for full-day camp with afternoons at Meadowbrook is $750. This includes lunch, a backpack, transportation, shirt, snack, etc.
Little Scholars Enchanted Adventures: Sprinkle some pixie dust and jump on your unicorn, we are heading into the Enchanted Forest! Adventure seekers will spark their creativity as they learn about the secret world of fairies, gnomes, elves, unicorns, and all things whimsical. Let your imagination run wild!
Sew Cool! Make Your Own Bag: Sew a funky floral tote that is both fashionable and functional, using hand and machine sewing techniques in this fun sewing class! Upcycled fabrics will be used to make this colorful tote. Learn sewing machine basics, including how to thread a machine, wind and install a bobbin, and basic safety practices. Please bring your own machine if you can, or we will provide one. Teacher: Susan Stevenson, a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology who has worked for a variety of fashion labels in New York City, including LL Bean, Ralph Lauren, and Adidas.
Little Scholars Builders: Calling all inventors, creators, builders and designers! Come build some awesome creations with us! We will create our own designs and make structures using recyclable materials, Legos and many other interesting items. Skills necessary… none! Skills gained: communication, problem solving, reasoning, developing creativity, and teamwork.
Sew Cool! Make Your Own Travel Pillow: Using a combination of machine and hand sewing techniques, we will make a cozy travel pillow personalized with an appliqué of your initials in this fun beginner sewing class. Upcycled fabrics will be incorporated into the pillow’s design. Learn sewing machine basics, including how to thread a machine, wind and install a bobbin, and basic safety practices. Please bring your own machine if you can, or we will provide one. Perfect for beginning or returning students! Teacher: Susan Stevenson, a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology who has worked for a variety of fashion labels in New York City, including LL Bean, Ralph Lauren, and Adidas.
Sally Zeiner, Director of Outreach and Logistics is here to help! Contact her at (908) 470-9500 or via email.