Bean Work Play Cafe is a co-space for parents and kids – where parents can work and kids can play. They are located at 134 New Street and are open Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. I receive their e-newsletters and the latest one intrigued me with its special Fall Classes for kids including children’s yoga, introduction to theater, sing-along with Ms. Carol, and Exploring Art.
Children’s Yoga with Ms. Sonata is open to kids from 3 – 6 years and teaches kids to practice basic yoga poses and learn how to gain strength in using these poses in patterns and routines. Cost is $90 for a 6 week session.
Introduction to Theatre with Shelby Hofer is an introduction to scripted text, live performance, collaborative storytelling, character development and the basics of acting. Participants work with PushPush Theater and Film Co-founder Shelby Hofer through a series of games that are physical, loud and high-energy. Cost is $96 for a 6 week session with a maximum class size of 6 children.
Sing-Along with Ms. Carol includes singing and musical instruments including guitar, egg shakers and more. Song themes include the winter holidays of many cultures such as Diwali, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and more.
And, finally, Exploring Art with Ms. Kingsbury for ages 4-7 will let children explore a variety of art processes and materials to encourage and explore the visual arts. They say children will have fun, get messy, and gain confidence in their creative choices.
Bean Work Place Cafe is an exciting new concept and well worth taking the time to visit the space. I understand they rent out their room(s) for birthday parties also. Even if you don’t sign up for the classes, you should stop by and just see the place.
