DEEPLY ROOTED & YOU
 

A Place to Learn,
Grow, & Belong

Join a vibrant community of families learning through nature, creativity, and culture.
Co-op classes, clubs, workshops, and field trips—designed for homeschoolers and nature-loving learners of all kinds.

Deeply Rooted Memberships and Programs Begin
October 1 🌱

Our Programs

At Deeply Rooted Learning Center, learning happens through hands-on experiences in nature, art, and community. From weekly clubs and co-op classes to seasonal celebrations and family field trips, each program is designed to spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and strengthen family connections.

Whether you’re a homeschooler, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for meaningful activities with your children, you’ll find a place here to belong and grow.

Look below to explore what we offer year-round!

Wildflower Art Club

Wildflowers is our monthly art track where children dive into bigger projects and deeper skills. Unlike the lighter, seasonal art woven into our weekly co-op, Wildflowers gives kids time to explore techniques and materials that take more focus and creativity.

Projects may include:

  • Pottery and hand-built clay pieces

  • Jewelry making with natural materials

  • Natural dye work using plants and flowers

  • Seasonal decorations and keepsakes

Each session is designed to help kids create projects that lastbeautiful, meaningful works—perfect for sharing at home or displaying in our holiday bazaar or community art show while also building confidence with tools, traditions, and creative problem-solving.

Monthly projects in painting, printmaking, and crafts inspired by the seasons

✨ Add-On Option: Pair this with the Young Makers Club for kids who want to go beyond creating—into branding, storytelling, and preparing their art or crafts for real markets like our holiday bazaar and spring art show.

Homeschool Art & Ecology
Co-Op

Our weekly co-op is the heart of Deeply Rooted — where children learn through artecology, and local history side by side. Each Wednesday we gather in community to explore the rhythms of Cape May’s seasons, habitats, and traditions.

  • In Ecology, kids engage with the natural world through hands-on activities like nature walks, foraging demonstrations, seasonal observations, and simple tools that connect them to the land.

  • In Art, they respond creatively with projects tied to the week’s theme — watercolor, collage, leaf printing, flower pressing, and other seasonal crafts that let them bring nature’s beauty home.

Together, Art & Ecology create a balanced rhythm of learning and making: one rooted in place, in tradition, and in the joy of creating alongside friends.

Each week blends hands-on exploration with creative projects. Ages 6–14. Wednesdays from 10 am - 1 pm, October-April.

Young Makers & Founders Club

For kids ready to bring their creativity into the marketplace. Students learn the full process of making, marketing, and selling—from pricing and display to branding and storytelling.

Along the way, they gain confidence, teamwork skills, and hands-on experience preparing for real events like our Christmas Bazaar and Spring Art Show.

Family Homestead Class (Seasonal)

Gather as a family to learn timeless homesteading skills, taught in a fun and practical way. These classes are designed for parents and children to participate together—everyone walks away with new knowledge and something handmade to take home.
Fall Curriculum Snapshot
  • Co-op Art: Harvest of Imagination – watercolor landscapes & leaf-print collage.

  • Co-op Ecology: Tools & Traditions – Lenape tools, harvest traditions, foraging crafts.

  • Makers Club: Branding + storytelling for the Christmas Bazaar.

🍁 Seasonal & Community Events

Seasonal & Community Events
Deeply Rooted is more than weekly classes — it’s a place to celebrate the seasons together. Throughout the year, we host free and low-cost events that bring families and neighbors into the rhythm of Cape May’s changing seasons. From festive holiday gatherings to service projects that care for the land, our events are designed for all ages to enjoy.

This Year’s Highlights Include:

  • Christmas Bazaar — a joyful holiday market featuring local makers and our students’ work

  • Earth Day Cleanup — hands-on community care with a spirit of stewardship

  • Seasonal parties like our Maple Tapping Day, Kid and Teen Art Show, and End of Year Beach Day

Whether you’re new to Deeply Rooted or a long-time friend, our events are an open door — a chance to gather, share traditions, and grow community together.

Last year's Kid and Teen Art Show

🌾 Field Trips & Enrichment

Educational experiences open to all families. Usually one per month or season. Examples include:

Bay Atlantic Symphony Educational Concert 

Cape May County History Museum Tour

Hands-on Farm Visits (Goat Walks, Harvesting, etc.)

Library Collaborations and Reading Events

Seasonal Nature Walks and Community Cleanups

Earth Day Booth at ACUA Festival Booth & Activities 

🌿 Choose Your Deeply Rooted Path

Our nature-inspired membership tiers guide you to the offerings that match your family’s rhythm, season, and level of connection.

Each Path offers a unique way to engage—whether you're just beginning to explore, or ready to grow deep roots in our vibrant community.

SeedSproutBloom ・Rooted ・Wildflower ・Maker ・Homestead 

Membership Paths

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🌱 Seed Member Path

$10/month per family
Monthly Nature Walks,

1 Wildflowers Art Club Class, Seasonal Events
Become a Seed Member

🌱🌱 Sprout Path

$30/month per family
Everything in Seed + all Wildflowers + Weekly Co-op
Become a Sprout Member

🌸 Bloom Member Path

$60/month per family
Everything in Sprout + Makers Club + Bazaar
Become a Bloom Member

🌳 Rooted Member Path

$100/month per family
Everything in Bloom + 2 Field Trip Tickets 
+ 1 Homestead Class
Become a Rooted Member

A La Carte Learning Paths
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🎨 The Wildflower Path

Wildflowers is our monthly art club where children explore creative projects inspired by Cape May’s seasons, ecology, and traditions. From painting and print-making to natural dye art, pottery basics, and seasonal crafts, each session connects kids to the rhythms of nature while encouraging self-expression.This isn’t just an art class — it’s a space to slow down, make alongside friends, and carry a piece of beauty home. Whether your child is a budding artist or simply curious to try new mediums, Wildflowers welcomes all.
🍂 This Fall in Wildflowers (Oct–Dec):
  • Hand-pressed leaf prints using local autumn foliage
  • Natural dye art with flowers, roots, and leaves
  • Holiday crafts to brighten your home or share as gifts

🍞The Homestead Path

$25 per family members/$35 non-membersLive close to the Earth. Learn real-life skills together.
This path focuses on regenerative living, traditional skills, and practical learning for the whole family.  These hands-on workshops are designed for the whole family to experience traditional skills and seasonal practices together. They’re offered separately from membership, so anyone can join in.

*Seasonal family skills workshops (Oct, Jan, Mar​
*Practical, creative, and community-centered learning​
*Topics may include cooking, gardening, crafting, and homesteading traditionsIncluded in Rooted Membership (1 class per year)Class rates are per family* Family defined as all people living in the same household
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To Be Notified When Registration is Open for Wildflowers Art or Homestead Classes

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🌿 Why Membership?

Deeply Rooted is more than classes — it’s a place to belong. Membership helps sustain free community programs, provide consistent co-op sessions, and build a stronger foundation for the future. With your support, every child has the chance to grow, create, and connect.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seed really free?
Yes! Seed includes nature walks, one Wildflowers Art class, and seasonal events. If you’re able, your $10/month support helps us keep these offerings available to everyone.

Is pricing per child or per family?
Per family. Your membership covers your entire household.

Can we join mid-season?
Yes! You can join Seed or Sprout at any time. Bloom (Makers Club) closes October 15 since it’s a cohort.

Can non-members attend Homestead classes?
Yes — non-members pay $35 per class, while members pay $25. Rooted memberships include one Homestead class per year.

Do we have to commit for the whole year?
Memberships are structured seasonally (Fall: Oct–Dec, Spring: Jan–Apr). We ask for a 3-month minimum commitment per season to help us plan for teachers and materials.

"A simple 'Thank you' will not be enough to represent the appreciation and gratitude we feel to you. During some of the darkest days we have had as a family, your smile, light, and compassion have been such a blessing."
- Testimonial from one of our wonderful Deeply Rooted families

 

👉 Ready to Grow With Us This Season? Choose Your Path Today →

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