September 10, 2025
Ribbon Cutting for New Playground
On Saturday, October 18, Litchfield Montessori School will open its campus to the public for an afternoon of celebration and community at its annual Fall Festival. This year’s event, from 1 to 5 pm, marks a particularly special occasion as the school unveils its brand-new playground, with a ribbon cutting ceremony during the festivities.
The playground is more than just a place for children to play; it represents the school’s commitment to fostering independence, physical development, and joyful discovery for children from toddlerhood through sixth grade.
Designed by Kompan Inc. and made possible by donations from past and present families, friends of the school, the Seherr-Thoss Foundations, the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund, and with the generous help of Alibozak Construction and Stockyard of Litchfield, the playground will serve as a vibrant space where Montessori principles come to life in movement and collaboration.
This space will also stand as a tribute to the school’s legacy. It will be named in honor of Mary and Richard Loyer, founders and steadfast supporters of Litchfield Montessori School. Their daughters, Anne Loyer and Kathryn Flodquist, have led the way in dedicating this new space to their parents’ vision, ensuring that generations of children will continue to thrive in an environment grounded in purpose and love over 50 years ago.
The ribbon cutting will take place during the Fall Festival, a family favorite with activities for all ages. Guests will enjoy live music, food available for sale by Hindsight BBQ, pumpkin decorating, face painting, games, live farm animals, a bake sale, and more. Young guests will delight in a special touch-a-truck experience provided by the Northfield Fire Company.
In keeping with its educational mission, the school will also host an open house during the festival. Prospective families are invited to tour the classrooms and learn more about Litchfield Montessori’s thoughtful approach to education, which consists of mixed age classrooms. A hallmark of the Montessori experience is the prepared environment; this includes not only the physical preparation of a room to set the scene for inspired learning, but the beautiful materials and purposeful respect for the child’s inner life, awakening awe and gratitude.
Located at 5 Knife Shop Road in Northfield, Litchfield Montessori School has been serving children across the region for over 50 years. Come celebrate this new chapter with us, meet our warm and welcoming community, and experience firsthand the enduring value of Montessori education.
Admission to the Fall Festival is free and open to the public. See you on the 18th!
—litchfieldmontessori.org or call 860-283-5920.
