Our Kid-Centric Event Guide for Families with Children Ages 0-6

Before we dive into this week’s events, we wanted to highlight something especially meaningful happening right here in our community. Shawna from Ladybug Farm School is hosting the Rooted Conference, a transformative three-day retreat designed exclusively for women in the field of nature-based education. Held locally, it’s a chance to reconnect through hands-on workshops, panel discussions, shared meals, and immersive time outdoors. A limited number of scholarships are available to attend for free—but you must apply by June 30! Learn more about the conference or apply for a scholarship here.

🎆 Ready to celebrate? Scroll down to see what’s happening this holiday week.

🧑🏻‍🎨 Mindfulness + Sensory Play (Ages 1–5), 9:30 AM @ The Connection Corner
Grown-ups and littles explore breathing, movement, and messy sensory play together. Dress for paint! Book a Class

🍦Once Upon a Pine Storytime (Ages 0–2), 10:00 AM @ Pinehurst United Methodist Church
Come beat the heat with Rylee Hayes as we read, sing, and rhyme about everyone’s favorite chilly treat — ICE CREAM! Learn More

🎨 Preschool Create & Play (Ages 3–5), 11:00 AM @ The Connection Corner
Drop-off art and sensory class with a focus on creativity, play, and preschool independence. Book a Class

🧸 Playful Learning (Ages 0–3), 10:00 AM–2:00 PM @ Given Memorial Library
Drop in for a relaxed, educational play session with toys and friends. Stay as long as you’d like! Library Info

🍦 Once Upon a Pine Storytime (Ages 2–5), 10:00 AM @ Pinehurst United Methodist Church
Come beat the heat with Rylee Hayes as we read, sing, and rhyme about everyone’s favorite chilly treat — ICE CREAM! Learn More

🎶 Baby Rhymes (Ages 0-2), 10:15 AM & 10:45 AM @ Southern Pines Library
Gentle rhymes & movements for early learners. Library card required. Library Info

📚 Pre-School Storytime, 4:00 PM @ Pinebluff Library
Tales & fun for preschoolers. Weekly on Tuesdays! Library Info

🎨 Process Art (Ages 4+), 4:30 PM @ The Connection Corner
Explore art materials and techniques in a fun, messy class! Book a Class

🌳 MoCo Mom Playdate, 9:00 AM @ Sandhills Nature Preserve
Join Lindsey for a relaxed morning in nature. We'll start in the Discovery Room, then take a short walk once the kids are ready to get their wiggles out! Check it Out

🧘‍♀️ My Grown-Up & Me Yoga (Ages 1–5), 9:30 AM @ The Connection Corner 
Stretch, move, and play together with partner poses, songs, and mindful movement. Grown-up required! Book a Class

👩🏽‍🍼 Baby Storytime (Birth–2), 9:30 & 10:30 AM @ Moore County Library
A cozy storytime in Carthage for babies and their grown-ups. Two sessions offered each Wednesday! Library Info

🌲 Family Walk + Storytime, 9:45–11:15 AM @ Reservoir Park
Take a family-friendly walk with The Dandelion Club. Perfect for little legs! Follow on IG

🧩 Learn & Play at the Library (Toddlers & Preschoolers), 10:00 AM–12:00 PM @ Southern Pines Library
Open play for toddlers & preschoolers with puzzles, literacy tips, and toys! Library Info

📖 Preschool Storytime, 10:00 AM @ Vass Area Library
Enjoy weekly stories, songs, and fun with your preschooler! Library Info

📚 Story Time (Preschoolers), 10:00 AM @ Given Memorial Library
Bring your preschooler for stories, songs, and activities with the Given staff! Library Info

🎆 Freedom Fest, 5–9 PM @ Pinehurst Resort
Rain or shine, the fun is on! While some seating is available, they recommend bringing your own chairs or blankets to get comfy. Buy Tickets

🎇 Concert & Fireworks Celebration, 6–9:45 PM @ Pinehurst Harness Track
Free event with family activities, live music from The Ray Band, and fireworks at 9:15 PM! Gates open at 4 PM—bring your blankets and picnic baskets! Learn More

🇺🇸 Independence Day Parade, 9:45 AM @ Village of Pinehurst
Kick off the morning with a Patriotic Pet Parade at 9:45, then enjoy the full community parade at 10! Free to attend and participate. More Info

🧘🏼‍♀️👶🏼 Mommy & Me Yoga (Newborn–6 MO), 10:00 AM @ Hot Asana
Gentle yoga and mindful bonding for new moms and babies. Register

🎆 Fun Family 4th of July, 5–9:45 PM @ Aberdeen Lake Park
Live music, Kid Zone (5–8 PM), food vendors, and fireworks at 9:15 PM! No pets, coolers, or alcohol allowed. Event Info

🎇 Fifth of July, 6–10 PM @ National Athletic Village
Live music by Whiskey Pines, food trucks, games, and fireworks once it gets dark! Grab a drink, bring a chair, and enjoy the Beer Garden vibes. No outside food/drink. Get Tickets

🔬 Science Club (Ages 4–10), 4–6 PM @ The Connection Corner
Hands-on learning with experiments, art, and play—plus pizza! Led by MaryBeth Washington. $45. Book Camp

In case you missed it last week: Registration just opened for Violin Class with Hannah this fall! 🎻 Designed for preschoolers ages 3–5, classes will meet Mondays from 9:00–9:50 AM at Pinehurst Village Chapel. Box violins are provided, so no instrument needed! Get Registered