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Welcome, craft enthusiasts, to the Crafts Zone! This is your gateway to a world where creativity meets learning. With our specially designed crafting sessions, we aim to cater to not just your artistic side, but also your intellectual curiosity. We dedicate 20% of our sessions to learning, so you can always stay updated with the latest crafting techniques. Get ready to create and network as these form the bulk of our sessions, a whopping 70%! You'll have plenty of opportunities to bring your imaginative ideas to life and also meet fellow craft lovers. Enjoy the shared experience of creating something beautiful while making friends who share your passion. And let's not forget about relaxation! At Crafts Zone, 10% of our time is devoted to unwinding. Crafting can be therapeutic, and we believe in the power of creativity to relieve stress. So, come and enjoy the tranquil, artistic atmosphere. Don't forget to take a look at our upcoming workshops. With Crafts Zone, let the creative journey begin!

Since 1967, Pathways has been dedicated to creating and supporting high-quality educational and social programs for children and families in Essex County. Our Head Start preschool classrooms on Cape Ann were the beginning of our commitment to helping children and families thrive. We understand that the needs of our communities are ever-changing, which is why we are continuously adapting and refining our services to meet those needs. Our comprehensive programming includes educational programming for children from birth to 13, social support services for families, and professional development initiatives for those who work with children and families. We are proud to be a part of our local community and to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors.

At Rainbow Day School, we are committed to helping children aged 18 months to 5 years foster independence, self-reliance and positive self-esteem. Our comprehensive early childhood curriculum has been designed to motivate and encourage children to become independent and enthusiastic learners. We strive to provide a warm and nurturing environment where children can develop age-appropriate social skills. We recognize that everyone is unique and deserves respect, so we do not discriminate against any child or family on the basis of race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. At Rainbow Day School, we understand the importance of helping children grow into independent and confident individuals. Our curriculum is designed to promote self-motivation and enthusiasm for learning, and our teachers provide a supportive environment for children to build positive social skills. We also believe that understanding and appreciation for others and their differences is key to fostering a healthy and inclusive learning environment. We invite all children, regardless of race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, to join us in our mission of helping young children develop independence, self-reliance and positive self-esteem. Rainbow Day School is a place where children aged 18 months to 5 years can develop independence, self-reliance and positive self-esteem. Our early childhood curriculum promotes self-motivation and enthusiasm for learning, and our teachers provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can build age-appropriate social skills. We also recognize the need to create an environment of understanding and appreciation for everyone, so we do not discriminate against children and families on the basis of race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to help young children foster independence, self-reliance and positive self-esteem.

At Rockport Dance Academy, they are passionate about teaching the fundamentals of dance and developing a life-long love of dance. They strive to create an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding, and to provide an enjoyable and rewarding experience for each and every student. With their dedication to dance, they are helping to cultivate a positive and supportive environment for the children of the community to grow and thrive in the art of dance.

Kindermusik is the world’s leading provider of music-based education for children from birth through age seven. We use the power and joy of music-making to help children learn and grow during the years most critical to brain development. The benefits of music are truly transformational. When paired with movement and instrument play, it creates neurological excitement, lighting up a child’s brain and positively impacting all areas of development.