Littles
Our littles program offers a variety of classes and play opportunities for our youngest community members, from babies to five-year olds (and their grownups!). Our instructor-led classes and drop-in play times provide opportunities for little ones to move, create, explore, and learn.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance for any of our programs, please click here.
Fall Classes Available Now!
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Fall Classes Available Now! 〰️
Drop-in Open Play
5-Week Series Classes
Events & Single-Day Classes
Summer Session: Littles Classes at Sellwood Park, Through August 22
Open Play Drop-in Sessions
Offered in 2 locations: PlayLab & Sellwood Community House!
PlayLab Open Play
Monday-Saturday | 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday | 3:00-6:00 PM
PlayLab Annex | Ages 0-5 Years | Price: $10/ $8 siblings
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for messy art, sensory exploration, open-ended play, or join us for a class. Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates: September 3 - December 20
Sellwood Community House Open Gym
Tuesday & Thursday | 10:15-11:45 AM | SCH Gym | Ages 0-5 years | Price: $8/ $6 siblings
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates: September 16 - December 18
Sellwood Community House Open Studio
SECOND FRIDAYS, AFTER RED YARN | 11:15-12:15 PM | SCH STUDIO | AGES 0-5 YEARS | Price: $8/ $6 siblings
Our cozy gymnastics studio transforms into a playful space filled with toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended fun. Littles are free to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe, indoor environment. Adult supervision required.
Baby Playgroup
SATURDAYS | 11 AM-12 PM | PLAYLAB ANNEX | Free | DROP-IN
A fun, low-key playtime for babies and their caregivers to socialize and connect. All babies welcome—crawlers, scooters, and snugglers!
5-Week Class Series
Little Scientists
mondays | 10:30-11:15 aM | $80/5-week session, registration required (see below) | playlab kitchen
Get ready to explore, experiment, and discover! In this playful, hands-on class, young learners become curious scientists as they dive into exciting topics like color mixing, bubbles, weather, magnets, and more. Adult participation required.
Dates:
Session 1: September 15-October 13. Make-up/Drop-in day: October 20th Register Here for Session 1
Session 2: October 27-December 1. Make-up/Drop-in day: December 8 Register Here for Session 2
Music and Movement
TUESDAYS | 9:30-10:15 AM | $80/5-week session, Registration required | SCH STUDIO | AGES 0-5 YEARS
A fun, high-energy class where kids explore rhythm, instruments, and creative movement through play and dance. Adult participation required.
Dates:
Session 1: September 16-October 14. Make-up/Drop-in day: October 21st. Register Here for Session 1
Session 2: October 28-December 2. Make-up/Drop-in day: December 2nd. Register Here for Session 2
Messy Art
Tuesdays | 10:30-11:15 Am | $80/5-week session, Registration required | sch kitchen | ages 18 months-5 years
Dive into messy, sensory fun in this process art class for little ones! Each week, we’ll explore open-ended materials and creative freedom—focusing on the joy of making, not the final product. Adult participation required.
Dates:
Session 1: September 16-October 14. Make-up/Drop-in day: October 21st. Register Here for Session 1
Session 2: October 28-December 2. Make-up/Drop-in day: December 2nd. Register Here for Session 2
Tiny Tumblers
Thursdays | 9:30-10:15 AM | $80/5-week session, registration required | SCH STudio | ages 16 months-3 years
Little ones build strength and coordination as they roll, jump, and climb through fun obstacle courses. A playful intro to tumbling and movement! Adult participation required.
Dates:
Session 1: September 18-October 16. Register Here for Session 1
Session 2: October 30-December 4. Register Here for Session 2
Mighty Tumblers
thursdays | 10:30-11:15 AM | $80/5-week session, Registration required | SCH STUDIO | AGES 3-5 YEARS
Children build strength, balance, and coordination as they roll, jump, and climb through playful obstacle courses. Movement-based fun that supports growing bodies and busy minds! Adult participation is optional.
Dates:
Session 1: September 18-October 16. Register Here for Session 1
Session 2: October 30-December 4. Register Here for Session 2
Events & Single-Day Classes
Red Yarn
SECOND FRIDAYS | 10:30-11:15 AM | $15 per child/$2 off for siblings. Adults free | SCH GYM
Join us for a lively Red Yarn concert, perfect for young children and their families! Oregon’s own Red Yarn (aka Andy Furgeson) blends folk-rock music and puppetry into a high-energy, engaging show that brings American roots traditions to life. Stay and play at the SCH Open Studio after the performance (for a separate fee, more information here).
Dates: September 12, October 10, November 14 & December 12
Intro to Infant Massage
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 | 6-7:30PM | SCH STUDIO | Free, registration coming soon
Learn the basics of infant massage in this free, baby-led class with Bridgetown Baby. We’ll explore simple techniques to ease stress, improve sleep, and support bonding—all in a welcoming, inclusive space. Great for pre-crawlers; pregnant families and siblings welcome!
Tiny Tasters
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 | 10 AM | PLAYLAB KITCHEN | $28, Registration Coming Soon
Online Designed for picky eaters ages 2–5, this fun, low-pressure class is led by speech-language pathologists from Beech Street Speech & Language. Little ones explore new foods through play, tasting, and hands-on activities.
Baby Noshers
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 | 10 AM | PLAYLAB KITCHEN | $28, Registration coming soon
A class for babies ages 5–12 months and their caregivers, focused on starting solids and exploring feeding milestones. Led by pediatric feeding specialists from Beech Street Speech & Language, you’ll get expert guidance on textures, safety, baby-led feeding, and supporting your baby’s oral motor development.
Summer Class Offerings
Our Littles Classes Move to the Park for the Summer!
Messy Art, Summer Edition
Tuesdays | 11:00-11:30 AM | $12 | drop-in or register here | sellwood park
Create! Have Fun! Get Messy in the Great Outdoors! This class is perfect for littles from 18 months to 5 years of age. Adult participation required.This class will meet by “The Shack” at Sellwood Park near the pool
Dates: June 17-August 19
Tiny Tumblers, Summer Edition
Tuesdays | 10:00-10:30 AM | $12 | drop-in or Register online | Sellwood Park
Roll, jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Tiny tumblers has moved to Sellwood Park and will continue on all summer! Join us for a flipping good time! For ages 18 months-5 years. Please note, over the summer this class is shifting from a 5-week series to a week-by-week structure. Register for as many weeks as you like!This class will meet by “The Shack” at Sellwood Park, near the pool.
Dates: June 17-August 19
Ballet in the Park*
*Please note: this class is offered as two week-long sessions
Weekly Registration | 10:30-11:00 AM | $60 per week, register here | Sellwood Park | Ages 2-6 years
Dates: Week 1 July 21-25, Week 2 August 11-15
Twirl beneath the trees in our week-long ballet class for the littlest dancers. Taught by students at the Classical Ballet Academy, your little one will be introduced to the joy of dance and music. At the end of the week, ballet students will perform a recital for family and friends. Each dancer will receive a tutu for participating!
Music and Movement, Summer Edition
wednesdays | 10:00-10:30 aM | $12 | drop-in or Register here | Sellwood Park
Come dance, sing, and groove with Miss Hattie! Music and movement is designed to introduce children ages 0-3 to the joys of music and rhythm in a fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate way. Each week will include play, movement, and sensory exploration. This class will meet by “The Shack” at Sellwood Park, near the pool.
Dates:
June 18-August 20
Click Here to Register for Music and Movement, Summer Edition
Parents and Littles Yoga
mondays | 10:00-10:30 aM | $12 | drop-in or Register here | Sellwood Park
This 30-minute yoga class is designed for caregivers and their infants to foster secure bonding and parent self care! Best suited for children 0-1 years old, Adult participation required. This class will meet by “The Shack” at Sellwood Park, near the pool.
Dates:
June 23-August 18
Click Here to Register for Parents and Littles Yoga
