Socialization Events

Socialization events by Moonlit Acres Retreat Farm are so much more than just a good time (although we promise you, it is a good time!). At our events, we bring together our inclusive community for the purpose of our guests forming genuine connections to combat isolation. Naturally, many of our guests connect with other community members at these events, forming and sustaining long-lasting and organic relationships. Activities at our social events are recreational in nature, but organically promote health and physical fitness (such as our cardio bonfire drum circle), skill and technique building through hands on projects and activities, and in turn support our guests to achieve outcomes of increasing independence, increased motor skill development, and overall increased sense of accomplishment and pride from seeing their final product.

From upcycle projects (taking trash and turning it into treasures—like a windchime from soup cans, for example), to rubber band and nail art, to sublimation—we love getting creative at Moonlit Acres Retreat Farm and finding new ways for our guests to express themselves and learn new skills. Art is naturally therapeutic and great for our wellbeing, but it is also a powerful tool for fine motor skills development, language development, problem solving, creativity, cognitive development, increased confidence and so much more. All of these are building blocks for increased independence and personal growth.

Experience the magic of gardening through an array of fun planned garden activities! Our fully accessible garden operates from March until November and can be used as a tool to achieve many personal outcomes. Through our Garden to Kitchen, Garden and Art, and Seed Starting/Growing activities, guests will learn skills that naturally promote physical activity through hands on learning, increased motor skills, problem solving and the creativity that has come because of the many trials and errors of growing and harvesting produce. Our Gardening Groups encourage healthy nutrition by hosting workshops that follow the garden’s progress from start to finish. In doing so, our guests can experience the excitement and gratification of growing their own vegetables and using them in our healthy cooking classes. Through these gardening workshops, it is our hope that we can work with our guests to address their own personal health goals (both mental and physical) by empowering our guests to eat healthier while continuing to develop skills, while engaging outside in nature amongst other community members.

At Moonlit Acres Retreat Farm, part of our mission is to find ways to help our guests feel more connected to our wonderful community in Carroll County, and surrounding communities! We do this by partnering with local businesses, small business owners, surrounding farms, community events and attractions to promote community connections and awareness of local resources and opportunities. By visiting local businesses and engaging in events that are recreational by nature, we work to continue to promote outcomes such as health and wellness, socialization and skills that build towards independence in one’s community.