Backyard Players

Our Mission:

Backyard Players is an inclusive, arts-based community program, open to the public for participants age 14 and older. We work to give every person a space so that together we can share ideas and experience openness, joy and creativity. We believe that through inclusion there is diversity and strength.

Fall 2026 Session

Fall registration begins August 3.

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Our Programs

BYP Classes

BYP Classes provide creative, and welcoming experiences where everyone can come together to learn, express themselves, and build meaningful connections in a supportive community environment.

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Front Porch Market

The Front Porch Market is a gift shop where creativity meets community. It is an initiative by Backyard Players & Friends to showcase the talents of local artists and entrepreneurs.

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Love, Nana

Love, Nana is a community service initiative that spreads kindness by creating and delivering care packages and stories that offer comfort, connection, and love to families welcoming a new baby.

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School Programs

Backyard Players partners with school districts to offer four inclusive programs that provide students with hands-on, real-world experiences supporting career exploration, workplace readiness, and community engagement.

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Side Door Studios

Side Door Studios is the creative production space of Backyard Players, where custom apparel, signage, gifts, and promotional products are brought to life while creating meaningful opportunities to learn, create, and connect. All items are for sale at the Front Porch Market.