Cedar Hill Sanctuary - Tours, Events, Workshops, ClasseS

Take a guided tour of our farm and learn about agriculture and animals. You'll see firsthand how we grow our produce and how we take care of our animals, and you'll learn about the importance of small-scale farming. Our tours are great for families, school groups, and anyone who wants to learn about farming and animal care.

Contact us at: info@cedarhillsanctuary.org to schedule a Farm Tour.

At Cedar Hill Sanctuary

Adults 18+

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location: The Entertainment/Theater Stage, in Pasture Behind 1860 Barn #1

Silent Action

Food Provided by: Pejza's Lydick Tavern

Music Provided: Band TBA

Save the Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Capacity: 100

Cost: $75

Registration Link: Link to Registration

Arts and Crafts Session I

Ages: 8 – 12

Time: Saturdays 10 – Noon

Dates: May 3, 10, 17, 24

Location: Circa 1900 School house

Max = 10

Cost: $75

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Arts and Crafts Session II

Ages: 8 – 12

Time: Saturdays 10 – Noon

Dates: September 6, 13, 20, 27 

Location: Circa 1900 School house

Max = 10

Cost: $75

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Arts and crafts are great for children of all ages. This series of four workshops will keep participants learning fun and engaged.Led by Lark Comedy Institute Founder and Director, Kelli McBride, who created the very successful South Bend "Lark Arts" program, she is now bringing her talents to Cedar Hill Sanctuary.Kelli will lead a number of arts and craft projects that have a wide range of decorative and creative themes for the Fall season.Each participant receives an artist kit with materials that includes oil and chalk pastels, watercolor, project papers, and more.These workshops will not only be fun, they will also develop the participants critical-thinking skills, creative confidence, hands-on skills, visual literacy, and self-esteem.

Arts and crafts are great for children of all ages. This series of four workshops will keep participants learning fun and engaged.

Led by Lark Comedy Institute Founder and Director, Kelli McBride, who created the very successful South Bend "Lark Arts" program, she is now bringing her talents to Cedar Hill Sanctuary.

Kelli will lead a number of arts and craft projects that have a wide range of decorative and creative themes for the Fall season.

Each participant receives an artist kit with materials that includes oil and chalk pastels, watercolor, project papers, and more.

These workshops will not only be fun, they will also develop the participants critical-thinking skills, creative confidence, hands-on skills, visual literacy, and self-esteem.

Drawing and Painting Workshop Session I

Ages: Adults 18 +

Time: Saturdays 1:00 – 3:00

Dates: May 3, 10, 17, 24

Location: Circa 1900 School house

Max = 10

Cost: $75

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Drawing and Painting Workshop Session II

Ages: Adults 18 +

Time: Saturdays 1:00 – 3:00

Dates: September 6, 13, 20, 27 

Location: Circa 1900 School house

Max = 10

Cost: $75

Registration Link:   Link to Registration

Bring a bottle of wine and learn form local artists!

Drawing and painting supplies provided.

Yoga Meditation for Community and Friends

Joseph Jimenez, Ed, D. - Kriya Yogi, Innovation, Holistic Mentor

Date: May 30

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: The Entertainment/Theater Stage, In Pasture Behind 1860 Barn #1

Capacity: 50

Cost: $40

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Yoga Meditation for Military and Veterans and their Spouses/Guests

Joseph Jimenez, Ed, D. - Kriya Yogi, Innovation, Holistic Mentor

Date: November 7

Time: 6:00 PM  – 8:00 PM

Location: The Entertainment/Theater Stage, In Pasture Behind 1860 Barn #1

Capacity: 50

Cost: $40

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

About Joseph: 

Joseph is a yogi who can help you become aware and in control of your Monkey Mind by scientific techniques of yoga/meditation. These scientific techniques consist of the integration of the mind, body, and soul. These solutions cater to all ages of life which  are universal and simplistic approaches that are sustainable, holistic and inclusive in nature. Joseph is a published author, entrepreneur, professor, yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and friend to all. 

Yoga Meditation Class will be on:

1. A scientific solution for your Monkey Mind

- These scientific meditation techniques consist of exercises that help you neutralize the restless waves of the mind to enhance focus and concentration. 

2. Self-Realization Scientific Yoga/Meditation framework for Inner and outer Management:

- Apply yoga/meditation techniques to regulate emotions and respond skillfully in challenging situations.

-Employ mindful strategies to broaden perspective, and increase cognitive flexibility and creativity.

-Differentiate between formal and informal meditation practice, yoga practices and articulate the benefits of both.

-Develop a personal routine by integrating meditation practices into your daily life.

Crochet with Diana 

Date: June 7

Time: 10:00 – Noon

Location: Circa 1900 School house

Capacity: 12

Cost: $25

Registration Link:   Link to Registration

Join Diana Blimling from MIshawaka, as she leads a crochet workshop. Crochet is a needle craft that involves using a crochet hook to interlock loops of yarn or thread to create textiles. A great time and fun learning all the techniques.

Improv Workshop Session I

Date: June 16 – 20

Time: 9:00 – 2:00

Ages: 12 – 17

Location: Barn #2 and the Entertainment/Theater Stage Behind 1860 Barn #1

Max = 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link: Link to Registration

Improv Workshop (Session II)

Date: July 14 – 18

Time: 9:00 – 2:00

Ages: 12 – 17

Location: Barn #2 and the Entertainment/Theater Stage Behind 1860 Barn #1

Max = 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link: Link to Registration

Improv Workshop (Session III)

Date: August 4 – 8

Time: 9:00 – 2:00

Ages: 12 – 17

Location: Barn #2 and the Entertainment/Theater Stage Behind 1860 Barn #1

Max = 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Kelli will lead a number of Improv workshops bringing her many years of experience formerly from Second City Chicago, Improv Olympic, and Annoyance Theater.

These workshops will not only be fun, they will also develop the participants communications skills, team work, self-confidence, and self-esteem.
 

Kelli has worked with many students of all ages and adults over the years, including the neuro diverse. We are offering enrichment classes for everyone from the nervous beginner to the seasoned professional. Our program consists of various class offerings and workshops. The Lark Comedy Institute (https://www.thelarkcomedyinstitute.com/) is excited to have partnered with Cedar Hill Sanctuary to provide the improv offerings.

Improv Shows

Brought to you by: The Lark Comedy Institute

https://www.thelarkcomedyinstitute.com/

Improv Show #1 (Youth followed by Adult Team from Community)

Date: June 13

Time: 6:00 – 9:00

Food and Beverages

Location: The Entertainment/Theater Stage, In Pasture Behind 1860 Barn #1

Capacity: 100

Cost: $40

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Improv Show #2 (Youth followed by Adult Team from Community)

Date: September 19

Time: 6:00 – 9:00

Food and Beverages

Location: The Entertainment/Theater Stage, In Pasture Behind 1860 Barn #1

Capacity: 100

Cost: $40

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Computer Tech Bootcamp I

Ages: 8 – 11

Time:  9:00 – 4:00

Date: June 23 – 27

Location: Barn #2

Max = 20

Cost = $175

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Computer Tech Bootcamp II

Ages: 8 – 11

Date: July 21 - 25 

Time:  9:00 – 4:00

Location: Barn #2

Max = 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Computer Tech Bootcamp III

Ages: 8 – 11

Date: August 11 – 14

Time:  9:00 – 4:00

Location: Barn #2

Max = 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Professor Ed Moskal will lead the bootcamps bringing his many years of industry and University experience from Saint Peters University and the University of Notre Dame.

These bootcamps will be interactive with computers, providing a hands-on learning experience.

Baseball Camp

July 28 – Aug 1

Time: 9:00 – 2:00

Ages: 7 - 11

Location: Back Pasture and Warren Baseball Field

Capacity: 20

Cost: $175

Registration Link:  Link to Registration

Coach Ed Moskal will lead the camp bringing 16 years of college and 8 years of youth baseball coaching, including coaching in the South Bend Warren Little League.

Campers pack a lunch and drink.

Our goal is to create a friendly environment for youth baseball players to improve their skills in hitting, fielding, and pitching while building confidence and character. Positive mindset is the pathway to success.

Baseball is a fun and challenging game that requires players to develop the ability to overcome mistakes and to look forward to their next opportunity. Ultimately, the development of skills through proper mechanics will be the guideline for our program, which we believe will create better baseball players and better young men.

Fous Areas:

- Hitting

- Infield Play

- Outfield Play

- Base Running

- Pitchers

- Catchers

- Game Strategy      

Individual Baseball Lessons

Days: Tuesday and Wednesdays

Months: June and July

Time: 5:00 – 7:00

Location: Back Pasture Baseball Diamond/Training Field 

Duration: One Hour 

Age: 7 - 16

Cost: $35/person

Registration Link: Link to Registration

Coach Ed Moskal will provide the instruction bringing 16 years of college and 8 years of youth baseball coaching, including coaching in the South Bend Warren Little League.

Our goal is to create a friendly environment for youth baseball players to improve their skills in hitting, fielding, and pitching while building confidence and character. Positive mindset is the pathway to success.

Baseball is a fun and challenging game that requires players to develop the ability to overcome mistakes and to look forward to their next opportunity. Ultimately, the development of skills through proper mechanics will be the guideline for our program, which we believe will create better baseball players and better young men.

Fous Areas:

- Hitting

- Infield Play

- Outfield Play

- Base Running

- Pitchers

- Catchers

- Game Strategy