Great idea in the 70's. Still ran like it. I had three kids in the camp last year. Problem after…read moreproblem. I will share three to keep the reading to a minimum. 1st. my 8 year old daughter we not feeling well and she went to the nurses office. The nurse thought it was a good idea to ask her if she had her period. My daughter has no idea what that is and for them not to ask the parents is completely ignorant and unexceptionable.2nd. They lost our payments and could not explain why. They have no management systems to handle the billing and was a horrible experience. 3rd. I was in the office trying to handle one of these problems and the lady was extremely condescending to me and completely disrespectful to two young staff members in front of me. Needless to say he lost three campers for many years to come. Don't look at as old world charm and more like ran down and horribly ran.

This is a great day camp. When I first moved to town, it was recommended to me and we scheduled a…read morevisit. After, both of my children attended when they were in 3-8 grades for most of the summer. It is a sweet, old-school camp that has an overnight camp feel, without the overnight. Swimming, arts and crafts, and more!

The owners Nitin and Archana are scammers, beware. Especially any promos, please beware they will…read moresay something and actually make you sign something totally different. These people think they are in India where they scam customers and think they will get away with it. For your money that they scam you out of, they will give you the run for your money. Absolutely disgusting!

This place is awesome. They had my kids making custom Minecraft items in no time. Kids learn to mod…read moregames and interact with each other in a fun way. The staff is very kid friendly and know how to keep the kids engaged. I highly recommend this place for anyone who is looking to give their kid an edge in becoming more computer savvy.

I left a previous review. A photo is attached. This review is for their response. Instead of…read moreapologizing and trying to right the wrong they doubled down and are now gaslighting me. I'm being told the paint in the ponytail was not faded and running. And yes they did have other things at the event. I was not looking by for a full refund. But it is a PAINT PARTY and the painting was ruined. Now I understand why they only have 3 stars.

We attended another successful event at Hammer & Stain! It is now in a new location, on Stangl road…read morenear the Flemington Black River & Weatern Railroad. This area seems to be building back up and I really hope it is!! There is so much opportunity here for a place that is great for day trips. The event I attended this past time was a Mommy and Me painting event. I took my 6 year old and we had a good time. The instructions were easy enough for him to follow and there was a basic outline that helped us paint in the right areas. After painting the kids were able to stuff their own penguin plushie which they really enjoyed! As we finished up the plushies, the cotton candy machine came out which all the kids were super excited about. The cotton candy was bigger than their heads and everyone got a real kick out of it. It was a really well executed event and we had a lot of fun. It was a nice way of getting out and avoiding screens on his day off from school.

This review is only for the adorable little shop they have in the front of the studio. While I am a…read moresucker for beautiful pottery, I am not the most talented ceramist (yet). I've stopped in a number of times, usually after I grab a coffee next door and take a peak around. It was on my last visit that I finally took home a few pieces and they are so beautiful, I am sure they won't be my last from here. The shop is a mix of works by several different students and even the owner. I am actually currently drinking my tea out of a mug I got here that I believe was made by the owner herself! It was a splurge gift to myself that I don't regret at all. On that trip I also picked up a beautiful bowl for my mom. It had a swirly almost scallopy rim and such a gorgeous blue glaze. And it was so affordable! This is why I pop in so frequently, there is always something new to admire or maybe even take home. Happy to have them in town to stop into and find incredible, handmade, unique pieces! And maybe eventually I will try my hand at another wheel class one day as well.

If you're looking for a happy place to get creative and share ideas with other artists of all skill…read morelevels visit this amazing studio. The owner Kimberly is amazing! Just looking for some pottery for your home or for gifts stop by the gallery and enjoy. We signed up for two months of classes and could not let the fun end so still there almost two years later. AA /KS

I don't do a lot of reviews but some organizations really deserve it. A "pony party?" Yeah! You…read moreset up a time and date, and Keona Farm shows up with great animals on time, and ready to go with a clear plan for the day! Barb, the owner, genuinely enjoys what she does and she's managed to surround herself with people to do also and who really care about the kids they entertain. Little details like wiping out the helmets before each and every really makes a difference. The focus on safety and having somebody walk with the kids on every ride really makes a difference. Plus, they're just pleasure to deal with for the customer (me) AND for my guests. 'Surprisingly affordable too. Give Keona a try! We had a great experience.

I researched a lot of vendors and Barbara who owns and runs Keona Farm is AMAZING!!! Truly, from…read morestart to finish. I am a virtual assistant located in Massachusetts and a client of mine wanted me to plan a 'farm' themed party in New Jersey at his new home, for his 6 year old's birthday party. When I reached out after finding her online (and vetting several others that were subpar), her response was immediate and her customer service was top notch. She reviewed everything with me, confirmed the date/time more than once, and not only was she professional, but her personality was LOVELY to work with - she made the experience a pleasure from start to finish. My client and his son LOVED the experience and asked her to stay an additional hour at the party because they were enjoying it so much. They also will be having his son take riding lessons from her in the summer The only negative is that I didn't get to meet Barbara in person - she is professional and warm from the get-go. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting a FUN and top-notch pony ride! She was so thoughtful and kind to email me a thank you and photos of the event - she really gives the extra effort so seamlessly. You can not go wrong with Keona Farm.

STAY AWAY! Run don't walk! Booked a birthday party for my 10 year old and visited the site…read morebeforehand to confirm all the details. Was promised unlimited Gatorades, bottled waters, and fruit for the duration of the paintball. Party was to be from 3-6pm, with a sign at the foot of the driveway showing guests where to enter as the field is concealed way back in the woods. A grill was to be supplied of which I confirmed would be in good condition to barbecue (my food) for kids and parents after the paintball. Wood planks with nails were to be removed from the property as they were a hazard to children. Boots were to be supplied at child's preference with shoe sizes provided in advance. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WAS DONE AS PROMISED! NOTHING! No sign at the front, with staff showing up at 3:30 unprepared. Field not set up as promised. Kids didn't begin playing until close t 5pm. Tables not set up for food after and not where agreed upon. Would planks with nails never removed with kids in the picnic area running around. No fruit or energy bars for the kids. Small amount of water and Gatorade, warm, put into a mall cooler and iced at 4:30. Kids that asked for boots were interrogated as to why they were needed and refused the option. Grill rusted out to the point of unsafe, so no food for anyone! The owner, Mike, is a foul-mouthed troll who speaks to ten year olds in an abusive, aggressive manner. The adults got the same type of gutter talk, forced to listen to his negative spew regarding his day. He gets one star for honoring the refund, making him only a 99% POS.

I stepped away for a period of time, and much of what occurred happened while I was not present…read more Several parents who witnessed the incident later spoke with me and described what had taken place, which helped me better understand the situation. My concern is not with the decision to remove my child from the game, but with the manner in which the entire situation was handled. My child accidentally discharged a paintball marker while adjusting his face mask, which was slightly broken at the time. I completely understand and accept that safety rules must be enforced, and I have no issue with him being removed from the game as a result. However, when I approached the manager to better understand what had happened so I could address it appropriately with my child, I found the interaction to be dismissive and unnecessarily confrontational. As a parent, I believe that mistakes can become meaningful learning experiences when they are handled with patience, respect, and clear communication. What concerned me most was not the correction itself, but the way it was delivered. Children are still learning how to make good decisions and manage responsibility. They should absolutely be held accountable, but in a way that preserves their dignity. A mistake should be a learning moment, not a moment of embarrassment or humiliation. I was also surprised to learn that participants were not required to sign a waiver, especially given the facility's strong emphasis on safety. Most concerning, however, was the behavior and language used by staff in the presence of both children and parents. The use of profanity and displays of anger in a family-oriented environment is unacceptable and sets a poor example for young participants. Since this occurred openly in front of multiple witnesses, including other parents, it cannot be overlooked or dismissed. In environments like this, adults set the tone. Children observe not only rules being enforced but also how adults handle frustration and conflict. Professionalism, patience, and self-control are especially important when working with young people. I hope management will take this incident seriously and consider additional training for staff in communication and behavior around children and families. Safety and discipline are essential, but so are respect, kindness, and the responsibility to ensure that every child is corrected in a way that supports their confidence and growth.

Last year my son went to idTech Camps for the first time. He went for two weeks, taking game design…read morecourses. My son loved the camp. He learned a lot and really liked being around other kids who are passionate about technology. The staff to student ratio is great, so kids get the help and direction they need. The facilities are good, allowing each camper to access the equipment he needs. It's a pricey camp, but worth every dollar. My son is going back this summer.

My now 14-year-old son has attended ID Tech Camps for the past three years. The first year he did…read moreit as a day camper and the second two he had the full experience of the overnight camp. What a tremendous experience. This has given him an opportunity to be around like-minded kids and not only have an educational experience, but a social one as well. As much as he enjoys hanging out with the other campers, he's a huge fan of the instructors too and truly looks up to them. Based on his comments and what I've seen when dropping him off and picking him up, the instructors relate well to the campers. That's a huge plus. As a parent, my expectations for what he gets out of the camp are realistic and have been met every year. I don't expect my son to walk out of there an expert in whatever course he took that week. As long as he had fun, was challenged and inspired, and made some friends if even for a week, it was a worthwhile experience. He's already looking forward to doing it again this year.

Have had the Meraki team come on two different occasions to my school to engage with parents…read moreseparately. The adults had a wonderful experience as they got to work on their creative side. They felt the experience to be therapeutic. The Meraki staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly.