DO I HAVE TO SIGN A WAIVER FOR MY MINOR CHILD EVERY YEAR?

YES! Due to insurance requirements, anyone participating in a Handsome Acres Farm program (including minor dependents) must have a signed and initialed waiver on file each calendar year. Waivers are valid January 1–December 31.

DO I HAVE TO STAY WITH MY TEEN CRAFTER FOR THE DURATION OF THE WORKSHOP OR CAN I JUST DROP THEM OFF?

Unless a director reports that your teen is non-compliant with the workshop safe space rules, it is your choice whether you stay or drop your teen off to the workshop.

CAN I PUT ALL OF MY CHILDREN ON ONE WAIVER?

NO, each minor and adult child (18+ crafter under legal guardianship or POA situation) must have their own signed and initialed waiver on file due to insurance requirements, even if the crafters are all from the same household. ‍ ‍

CAN MY FRIEND SIGN MY MINOR CRAFTER’S WAIVER FOR ME?

NO! ONLY a legal parent or guardian is permitted to sign and complete a minor crafter’s participation waiver. ‍

CAN I BYOB ALCOHOL FOR MYSELF AND OTHER PARENTS TO MY TEEN’S PUBLIC WORKSHOP?

NO. “Adult” beverages are permitted during public teen workshops. (Adult beverages ARE permitted during PRIVATE teen workshop events for parents and guardians 21+ to enjoy (please arrange a safe ride home)

CAN MY CRAFTER BRING THEIR OWN FOOD AND DRINKS?

YES! Crafters are welcome to bring food (hot or cold) and non-alcoholic drinks & snacks to enjoy. Spill-proof thermoses and nut-free food options are highly appreciated to protect the workspace and crafters with life-threatening food allergies. (Non-spill-proof drinks must stay on side tables)

WHAT CLOTHES SHOULD MY TEEN WEAR?

No matter the season or location (The Little Greenhouse or Schoolhouse Workshop), dressing in layers that can get soiled is best. We have heating and air conditioning, but everyone’s idea of comfortable varies, so dressing in layers allows you to adjust as needed. We provide one-size-fits-all aprons to wear during class.

WHAT SHOES SHOULD MY TEEN WEAR?

All year long, closed-toe, sturdy shoes that can get soiled are best. We work with a variety of sharp and heavy tools that can be accidentally dropped, so closed-toe shoes are important for protecting your feet. Our workshop locations also have a variety of surfaces, including stone, gravel, rubber mats, pavers, grass, wood stairs, and ramps, making sturdy, comfortable footwear especially helpful.

WHY DO YOU HAVE SUCH SMALL CLASS SIZES?

1. So we can provide the attention and assistance that crafters deserve.

2. The project dictates the maximum class size.

   • Larger classes are for smaller projects requiring less working space, lower difficulty level, independent crafters.

   • Smaller classes: Larger projects requiring more working space and increased level of difficulty.

THERE AREN’T ENOUGH SPOTS FOR MY TEEN’S FRIENDS TO PARTICIPATE. CAN YOU ADD SEATS? No, we cannot exceed the maximum class size. However, we’d love to schedule your teen’s group of friends for a private workshop! Together, we choose a date & time AND THE BEST PART—we do not charge a venue fee for private group events. Private workshop seats are the same cost as public workshops!

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY TEEN CAN’T FINISH THEIR PROJECT?

Depending on the situation, your teen crafter can:

1. Stay later if schedule allows

2. Take project home with all materials needed to complete (minus our tools)

3. We finish the project for your crafter (if the project is at least 75% complete). You may pick up the project at a later date

4. Schedule a time to come back to either workshop location to complete.

SAFE SPACE POLICY: Zero tolerance for negative behavior, name-calling, teasing, throwing, hitting, or disrespectful or derogatory behavior towards fellow crafters or staff.

HEALTH & SAFETY ALERTS POLICY: Alert staff BEFORE class of any life-threatening plant or food allergies, controlled medical conditions, or required accommodations so that we may better prepare a safe learning environment for your teen.