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MSU Tollgate Farm Sprouts - Spring 2026

Tollgate Farm and Education Center
28115 Meadowbrook Road
Novi, MI 48377

Discover, Create, Taste, and Explore—All at MSU Tollgate Farm!

Welcome to Farm Sprouts, a hands-on adventure designed just for curious little ones ages 2–4! Each month, your child will dive into the magic of the seasons through sensory play, storytelling, and creative crafts—all starting in our cozy classroom.

After we enjoy a delicious taste of Michigan grown goodness, it’s time to head outdoors! We’ll explore the sights, sounds, and surprises of the farm, from crunchy leaves to clucking chickens. 

New Theme Each Month!
Every class brings a fresh theme and new discoveries—join us for one or come back each month for a whole year of farm fun!

Farm Sprouts - Maple Syrup
Wednesday, March 11 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, March 11- 12-1:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 12 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 12 - 12-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 14 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Saturday, March 14 - 12-1:30 p.m.
 
Farm Sprouts - Goats
Thursday, April 9 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Thursday, April 9 - 12-1:30 p.m.
Friday, April 10 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Friday, April 10 - 12-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Saturday, April 11 - 12-1:30 p.m.
 
Farm Sprouts - Plants
Thursday, May 14, 10-11:30 a.m.
Thursday, May 14, 12-1:30 p.m.
Friday, May 15 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Friday, May 15 - 12-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 16 - 10-11:30 a.m.
Saturday, May 16 - 12-1:30 p.m.
 
Cost: $18 per child. Each child must be accompanied by a trusted adult for the entirety of the program.
Due to space constraints, no siblings or additional adults will be allowed into the program.

Registration for MSU Tollgate Farm Sprouts is open.

Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on May 15, 2026.

Register Here

Accommodations

Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.  

Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact Barbie Kellner, MSU Tollgate Farm Program Manager, at kellnerb@msu.edu.