Play & Learn

Here at Cool Beans Play Cafe: Downtown at the Gardens we offer a number of classes for both kids and adults:

Language:

Baby Signing: Itty-Bitty Signers classes and workshops are designed to be not only educationally stimulating, but entertaining, interactive and fun as well. Classes are loaded with fun and engaging activities, including songs, fingerplays, games and storytimes. Our curriculum is based on the award winning Signing Time(R) program seen on PBS and Nick, Jr.

Mind Your Manners:

Children master etiquette & manners skills using songs, stories, games, crafts, yummy treats and kind instruction.

Baby & Me:

Designed to promote the parent-child bond through play, music and activity – an exercise program beneficial for mom and baby in a safe & stimulating environment.

A Latte FUNdamentals – Intro to Sports & Fitness:

This program is all about making Fitness FUN! Providing fitness programs that give kids the tools to create healthy habits that last a lifetime. If your child has energy to burn then this is the class for you! Kicking, bouncing, throwing and teamwork… These are just some of the fundamental skills the Sports & Fitness classes will explore. Each week will focus on a different sport and will emphasize personal growth, the importance of being a good sport and playing as a team.

Ballet & Tap:

The Introduction to Classical Ballet & Tap Dance class consists of six sessions – one class per week.

Mommy & Me Music Classes:

Sing, dance, laugh and learn through music. This class is 100% interactive and fun! Enjoy live guitar, musical instruments, sign language, puppets, parachutes, letter of the week and much more.

Create & Play:

Encouraging Creativity through Fun Activities. We offer a variety of age appropriate activities encompassing all mediums including:

• Painting
• Sculpture
• Collage

• Crafts
• Jewelry Making
• “Green” Art

Special Events:

Each week we pick a different theme to spark children’s imaginations and interests. From Pirate/Princess parties & cooking classes to tea parties or science “experiments”, there is something for all! Be sure to check the Calendar for Upcoming Class Schedules. Minimum class size required.