Children @ M A N N A

At MANNA, we intentionally create a welcoming and nurturing space for families and children, recognizing them as integral to the fabric of our gathering. 

• We offer 3-hrs/day of supervised programming for youth ages 4-10 with opportunities for play, storytelling, music, and hands-on creative activities that engage children in the spirit of Pesach. Exact timing of this program can be found in the MANNA schedule 

• The Living Room serves as a central gathering space where families are invited to relax, share meals, and participate in workshops together. 

• Elder Ellie Schindelman offers 1 hour of storytelling for kids each day, outside of the designated youth program. Exact timing TBD.

• We provide a simple, early kids dinner on Friday before Kabbalat shabbat, as well as community meals for everyone Saturday lunch and dinner.

• Families who register for MANNA will be connected via email to self-initiate coordinated camping, meals, mutually provided child support, etc.

• Families with littles ages 0-3 are encouraged to reach out to organizers before the festival with any specific needs for support (i.e. setting up camp).

• Adolescents and teens ages 11-17 are encouraged to enjoy the festival under the clear guidance of parents/care-givers.

• As organizers, we hold a vision that MANNA is a gathering where children can explore safely while deepening their connection to nature, Jewish diasporic culture, and the larger community.

**It is not required that kids participate in the youth program but if they do participate they need to cooperate with mentor leadership and have clear communication about how much they are participating. If your child is not able to cooperate or has needs our mentors are unable to meet we will require an adult to accompany them at all times**

As parents and caregivers you are responsible for your child's experience at Manna! There will be adults offering programs that are not appropriate for children - you are responsible for making sure your child does not end up somewhere you don't want them to be. 

• Make sure you are bringing all the essentials for your kid to have a positive experience at Manna: reliable snacks, hydrating drinks, sun protection & layers, a few tools/toys/books that are OK to get dirty or lost, a wagon for moving littles, etc.

• Support each other! Manna is envisioned as a place where emergence and mutual support go hand in hand. Please ask for the help you need and offer the support you're able to offer.