For more Children's programming, check out Gretna Music for Kids (GM4K) or Gretna Theatre's Kids Series

 

 

Build an Organ!

Help build a real pipe organ and then learn to play it. Organist Vince Ryan will show how to assemble the instrument, how it makes sound, and how to create beautiful music. Location: Mount Gretna United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Gretna Music/MG United Methodist Church.

 

Monday, June 12, 2023 10:00:00 AM 
Art, Nature and Friends! With Kelly Gatto. Please join us on this 3-lesson adventure! Come explore Art AND Nature in Mt. Gretna! Attendees will learn about the elements of art using nature that surrounds us. Create art such as botanical prints and impressions, learn about artists such as Henri Matisse and Van Gogh, and make new friends who love art. Each lesson is different and guaranteed to be educational and fun. Ages: 6-12. Pre-registration required: $5 fee per class

Monday, June 19, 2023 10:00 AM
Art, Nature and Friends! With Kelly Gatto. Please join us on this 3-lesson adventure! Come explore Art AND Nature in Mt. Gretna! Attendees will learn about the elements of art using nature that surrounds us. Create art such as botanical prints and impressions, learn about artists such as Henri Matisse and Van Gogh, and make new friends who love art. Each lesson is different and guaranteed to be educational and fun. Ages: 6-12. Pre-registration required: $5 fee per class

Saturday, June 24, 2023 9:30 AM
Fairy Tale Morning, Ice Cream Breakfast: 9:30, Story and Parade to the Fairy Garden: 10:00. No charge. Please accompany children ages 10 and under.

 
Monday, July 03, 2023 10:00 AM
Art, Nature and Friends! With Kelly Gatto. Please join us on this 3-lesson adventure! Come explore Art AND Nature in Mt. Gretna! Attendees will learn about the elements of art using nature that surrounds us. Create art such as botanical prints and impressions, learn about artists such as Henri Matisse and Van Gogh, and make new friends who love art. Each lesson is different and guaranteed to be educational and fun. Ages: 6-12. Pre-registration required: $5 fee per class

 

Fourth of July Bike Parade. Join the Chautauqua Residents in celebrating Independence Day with a Bike Parade! Participants are encouraged to decorate bikes (scooter, wagon, or stroller) to win prizes. Free for all ages.

Thursday, July 06, 2023 10:00 AM
Yoga for Kids led by Pat Steely, Stacey’s Place Gazebo, Open to grades 1 and above.  No charge. Please accompany children ages 10 and under. 

Thursday, July 13, 2023 10:00 AM
Yoga for Kids led by Pat Steely, Stacey’s Place Gazebo, Open to grades 1 and above. No charge. Please accompany children ages 10 and under.

 

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of PBS Kids encourages everyone to sing along with him as he performs favorite children’s songs and original tunes. Sponsored by Gretna Music in partnership with Chautauqua Summer Programs. Free

Thursday, July 20, 2023 10:00 AM
Yoga for Kids led by Pat Steely, Stacey’s Place Gazebo, Open to grades 1 and above.  No charge. Please accompany children ages 10 and under.

Thursday, July 27, 2023 10:00 AM
Yoga for Kids led by Pat Steely, Stacey’s Place Gazebo, Open to grades 1 and above. No charge. Please accompany children ages 10 and under.

 

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of PBS Kids encourages everyone to sing along with him as he performs favorite children’s songs and original tunes. Sponsored by Gretna Music in partnership with Chautauqua Summer Programs. Free

Saturday, August 12, 2023 10:00 AM
Help spread some joy in Gretna with Sidewalk Chalk. Bring your own chalk or use chalk that will be provided. Meet at the Mount Gretna Library.

 

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of PBS Kids encourages everyone to sing along with him as he performs favorite children’s songs and original tunes. Sponsored by Gretna Music in partnership with Chautauqua Summer Programs. Free

 

Hello Cello! Galvin Cello Quartet will show how the cello works, how it’s used in music, and how to make sound from it. Stick around to try playing a cello as well as our other mish mash of musical instruments. Sponsored by Gretna Music in partnership with Chautauqua Summer Programs. Free.