Mini Lunas

Outdoor Playgroup

Mini Lunas is a taste-safe outdoor sensory playgroup, recommended for babies and toddlers ages 8-24 months. Our outdoor classroom will provide children with endless ways to play. Each class will include a welcome circle and taste-safe art & sensory activities (think colored pasta and edible paint!). We support families by providing valuable bonding time out in nature, while giving parents and caregivers a deeper understanding of early childhood development.

When: Mondays and Tuesdays, 11-12pm | Fall, Spring, & Summer Sessions

Where: Private Residence in Guilford, CT. Address will be shared after registration.

In case of inclement weather, a make-up class will be added at the end of the season.

Please visit our FAQs page for our wellness and cancelation policy.

Meet the Teachers

  • Liz Kelly, Toddler Outdoor Playgroup Teacher in Guilford, CT

    Liz Kelly

    Liz (she/her) lives in Guilford with her husband and two boys, aged 5 and 8. Her journey in early childhood education began with a bachelor's degree in the field, followed by a Master's degree in Education. Over the years, Liz has accumulated extensive experience as an early childhood educator, teaching preschool, Kindergarten, and nature-based parent & me classes.

    Driven by a deep-seated commitment to supporting parents during the crucial early years, Liz strives to create nurturing environments that foster meaningful community connections. As an outdoor playgroup teacher, she seamlessly intertwines her love for nature with her dedication to holistic child development. Through her enriching programs, Liz not only cultivates a space where children can thrive but also provides valuable insights for parents eager to delve deeper into the realm of early childhood education.

  • Kaitlyn Finkle, Toddler Outdoor Playgroup Teacher in Guilford, CT

    Kaitlyn Finkle

    As a former school counselor for 10 years, Kaitlyn (she/her) is passionate about creating groups that are warm, child centered, and creative. While she has extensive counseling knowledge, motherhood has been her greatest learning experience. She is thrilled to offer a supportive environment, and a place of reassurance, for parents navigating their caregiving journey.

    You can often catch Kaitlyn creating fun sensory activities, acting out imaginary play scenes, and reading engaging books with her daughter.

    Kaitlyn has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services and a Master of Science Degree in School Counseling.

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  • "Mini Lunas is an all around wonderful playgroup for parents and their young children! The outdoor environment is peaceful and so beautiful, and the activities are perfectly planned and executed for the age group. Liz puts together all of these elements and more that quickly builds a little parent-child community, which is so needed while raising littles! Thank you Liz, we enjoyed every minute!"

    -M.M.

  • "My 14-month old and I had an amazing time in Mini Lunas this spring! She loved all the fun, taste-safe sensory activities and I valued the opportunity to connect with other parents in a relaxed and peaceful environment. We can’t wait until our next Lunas class."

    -N.T.

  • "Absolutely love Mini Lunas! We've both learned so much and both made friends! Thank you for providing such a great fun and welcoming place for us!"

    -C.K

  • "My daughter and I had the best time at the Summer 2023 Mini Lunas playgroup. She has learned so much and I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect with other moms!"

    -L.G.

  • "We loved our time in the Mini Lunas playgroup! I swear my 13 month old loved being around other kids and spending time outdoors so much that she finally started walking to keep up with everyone! Miss Kaitlyn was wonderful leading songs and describing the themes for each week’s class. The variety of activities kept my daughter engaged and gave us some great ideas for things to try at home to keep the exploration going. Highly recommend!"

    Spring 2024 Parent

Our Spring 2024 season is sold out. Join our waitlist or sign up for summer pop-up classes below.