Introducing... The Story Studio at Gather! Read it. Make it. Play it.

Event Title: The Story Studio at Gather – Week 1: Dragons Love Tacos

Date/Time: Wednesday, September 24th | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Gather Walnut Creek | 1347 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA

🌟 Special Introductory Price

$35 per child

Includes all materials, a take-home Play-Doh taco kit, and guided enrichment activities!

Sibling discount available (see below).

Welcome to The Story Studio at Gather — a brand-new weekly read–make–play experience designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers! Each session brings a beloved storybook to life through hands-on art, sensory play, and social connection in a warm, welcoming environment. Check out our Fall Schedule below!

🎉 For our very first class, we’re diving into the hilarious Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin. Get ready for dragons, tacos, and silly fun as we:

📖 Read: A lively, interactive storytime🎨 Make: 3D dragons + wearable dragon wings🎨 Create: Taco-themed arts & crafts🎭 Play: “Feed the Dragon” sensory play station with Play-Doh tacos🍉 Snack Time: Complimentary themed fresh fruit snack🏰 Take Home: Play-Doh taco-making kit + all their creations

Every Story Studio class is designed to nurture early childhood growth. In Week 1, kids will:

• Build fine motor skills through painting, gluing, and shaping 3D dragons + taco crafts
• Strengthen creativity & problem-solving by designing their own dragon wings and imaginative artwork
• Develop language & listening during interactive storytime and group participation
• Grow social-emotional skills through cooperative play at the sensory stations
• Encourage imaginative role play by wearing their dragon wings and acting out the story

👶 Recommended Age

Ideal for children ages 2–5. Parent or caregiver attendance is required.This is not a drop-off class — we encourage you to play alongside your little artist!

👥 Sibling Introductory Discount

• $35 for first child (first time/introductory class)
• $30 per additional sibling (must register at same time)

☕ Gather Amenities

• Free parent & tea coffee station
• Indoor, climate controlled seating. Come rain, shine or heat! Access to outdoor patio.
• Changing station and stroller-friendly space

🅿️ Parking Info

Metered street parking is available off Locust and surrounding streets. Additional metered parking located behind Peet's Coffee. There are multiple nearby parking garages:

The South Locust Garage (1625 Locust St) is right across the street from our entrance! The first hour is FREE!

🎨 Class Pack & Membership Options

Want to come every week? Here are your options:

• Drop-in Class: $45
• Introductory Special: $35 (first time families only)
• 3-Class Pack: $120 ($40/class)
• 5-Class Pack: $185 ($37/class)
• Early access to Gather/Milk + Lily ticketed family events. Check out our previous events: My Dream Party, Enchanted Fairy Garden Tea Party, Under the Sea Tea Party, Little Pumpkins Pumpkin Party, etc.)
• Discounted Gather rentals + Milk + Lily Portrait Co. Photo Sessions

Only 20 seats are available each week - reserve your spot now!

📍 Wednesdays | 10:00–11:30 AM | Gather Walnut Creek

• Week 1 (Oct 1): Dragons Love Tacos
• Week 2 (Oct 8): The Color Monster
• Week 3 (Oct 15): VOTE – You Decide!
• Week 4 (Oct 22): Room on the Broom
• Week 5 (Oct 29): Not-So-Spooky Halloween Surprise

• Week 6 (Nov 5): We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt
• Week 7 (Nov 12): VOTE – You Decide!
• Week 8 (Nov 19): Pete the Cat: Falling for Autumn
• Week 9 (Nov 26): No Class – Thanksgiving Break

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