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Practical Training in Biodynamics
Learn and practice biodynamic agriculture on the oldest biodynamically stewarded and cultivated land in North America. Richly embedded within the Threefold Community in Spring Valley, NY, The Pfeiffer Center’s one-year, part-time practical training enables farmers and gardeners of any variety and experience level to put Rudolf Steiner’s agriculture lectures into practice.
Mystery Drama Study
Barbara Renold will lead a study of Rudolf Steiner’s Mystery Dramas, beginning with The Portal of Initiation. Appropriate for beginners and those already familiar with the plays.
Infant Playgroup
Parents/Care-givers and babies meet for an REI inspired bi-weekly class. Tea and light snacks are served for parents. Together, through our observation, we’ll learn to trust and respect the wisdom of our babies. We’ll also learn simple songs and games to strengthen the bond between a care-giver and a baby.
Art of Clothing 2024-2025
In this course, we'll design and sew garments using cotton, linen, wool, and silk. We’ll draft patterns and hand-sew, practicing a meditative approach. Explore sewing techniques, plant dyeing, and embroidery to create unique pieces. Classes include inspiring activities for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artisans.
EC Insights
An online workshop series for new and experienced Waldorf early childhood educators, held on six Saturday mornings from October-May.
Demystifying Class Plays: Middle School and High School Pedagogical Theatre
An online workshop series for middle and high school teachers, held on five Saturday mornings from October-March.
Deepening the Picture of the Whole Child: Integrating Waldorf Wisdom with Current Sensory Integration Research
An online workshop series for Waldorf early childhood educators and grades 1-3 teachers, held on five Saturday afternoons from November-May.
Romantic Era Music through Active Listening and Imagination; Presentations by Grigory Smirnov
Romantic Era Music through Active Listening and Imagination; Presentations by Grigory Smirnov
A composer’s outlook on the mystery of music creation, musical expression, and perception; music as a higher form of communication and spiritual activity. The next two lectures of the ongoing series will focus on exploring some of the music of the Romantic era through active listening and imagination.
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Holiday Fair & Craft Sale
Holiday Fair & Craft Sale
We look forward to returning to the warm welcome of Hilltop House and its bustling music cafe. As always, both indoors and out will transform to bring you the nostalgic joy of Holidays past with Christmas trees, cider & chestnuts, holiday treats, children’s activities, puppet plays, festive music, and a wide array of beautiful and unique handmade gifts, crystals, candles, and more.
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Large Animals & The Farm Organism
Large Animals & The Farm Organism
A one-day Biodynamic Workshop: Megan Durney shares about the essential nature of the animal, and Kim Vaughan covers the basics of biodynamic dairy herd management.
Holiday Fair & Craft Sale
Holiday Fair & Craft Sale
We look forward to returning to the warm welcome of Hilltop House and its bustling music cafe. As always, both indoors and out will transform to bring you the nostalgic joy of Holidays past with Christmas trees, cider & chestnuts, holiday treats, children’s activities, puppet plays, festive music, and a wide array of beautiful and unique handmade gifts, crystals, candles, and more.
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Exploring the Days of Creation through the Language of Color. An Advent Painting Workshop with Renate Kurth
Join us for an experience of the first chapter of the Bible, as we explore the seven days of creation through the medium of wet-on-wet watercolor painting. We will contemplate the central themes of Genesis 1 through conversation and color.