HealthBarn USA

HealthBarn USA Garden-to-Table Nutrition Learning for Everyone!

We teach children (and the grown-ups who love them) about delicious, nutritious food and the healthy lifestyle that goes with it! And, now our founder, Stacey Antine, just published "Appetite for Life," HarperOne, if you can join us on the farm! For more than twenty years, through kids' classes and summer camps at Bergen-County, NJ and Westchester County, NY based HealthBarn USA; at our elementary and middle school "Try it, you'll like it!" school assemblies from New York to California; in national media appearances such as the Rachael Ray Show and CNN's House Calls with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and on networks like PBS and Nickelodeon; speaking engagements from parent teacher organizations to major medical conference; and through our website, columns and articles, we are committed to helping families raise their nutrition literacy through hands-on learning about where food comes from, and why fresh tastes best and is best for our bodies, minds and souls. As a result, HealthBarn USA has emerged as a major force for positive change in the lives of children and their families!

20/03/2026

From sweet memories to even sweeter cake pops šŸ°āœØ it’s class celebration week with BIG smiles, proud moments, and certificates in hand šŸ’ššŸŒ±

Watching these kids grow, create, and shine all winter season long = everything šŸ™Œ

A little sad to say goodbye to winter… but we’re SO ready to welcome spring šŸŒøā˜€ļø
Spring session kicks off April 6th—let’s grow! šŸŒ±šŸ’«

Don’t miss this amazing celebration of spring when school is out! Register on community pass šŸ˜Ž
12/03/2026

Don’t miss this amazing celebration of spring when school is out! Register on community pass šŸ˜Ž

Celebrate the first day of spring with a morning of outdoor fun!

Join the Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Department and HealthBarn USA for a SpringFest Celebration on Friday, March 20 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Gatehouse at Irene Habernickel Park. Kids in grades K–5 will enjoy a garden scavenger hunt, guided hike, hands-on pasta making and outdoor games.

Register early - space is limited.

Before we were the HealthBarn team… we were toddlers with big curiosity and even bigger appetites. šŸ‘¶Today we’re still pa...
12/03/2026

Before we were the HealthBarn team… we were toddlers with big curiosity and even bigger appetites. šŸ‘¶

Today we’re still passionate about food, nature, and helping kids grow strong bodies and healthy minds. Swipe to see our team — then and now. 🌱

Spring fever is contagious!As the temperatures rise, the park is filling with neighbors, children, and furry friends aga...
10/03/2026

Spring fever is contagious!
As the temperatures rise, the park is filling with neighbors, children, and furry friends again.

Just last week the garden was buried under a thick blanket of snow. But with the rain and warmer weather, the soil has thawed… and now the fun begins.

Isn’t it amazing to think that nature was growing the whole time beneath the snow? The bulbs kept reaching upward just as they’re meant to—no complaining, simply doing what they need to do to grow and bring us joy.

The daffodils and tulips are already peeking through the earth. Rhubarb and horseradish are emerging too. Lemon balm and oregano can already be picked, and there’s even a little kale sprout left from last fall. Even the sorrel leaves are ready to taste.

It’s such a joy to gently clean up the garden, being careful not to disturb the new life quietly waking up beneath our feet.

And yet, the frozen pond and small iceberg just outside the garden remind us… cool weather may still pay us another visit.

Nature did the hard work all winter… now the fun begins.
🌷 Spring Programs begin April 6
🌱 Garden Time is back!
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March is all about the Power of Good Nutrition as we celebrate National Nutrition Month® 🌱Every meal and every snack is ...
04/03/2026

March is all about the Power of Good Nutrition as we celebrate National Nutrition Month® 🌱

Every meal and every snack is an opportunity to fuel the body and mind with real, natural foods that help our families feel their best — at school, at work, at play, and at home.

In this month’s issue of Ridgewood & Ho-Ho-Kus Magazine, Stacey shares simple, practical tips to help families build healthy habits that last far beyond March. Because good nutrition isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistent, nourishing choices that support strong bodies and focused minds.

Let’s make every bite count. šŸŽ

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21/02/2026

🄯✨ Homemade Bagels? YES, please!

At HealthBarn Holiday Camp, our campers mixed, rolled, shaped, and baked their own bagels from scratch — and the kitchen smelled AMAZING.

The secret? Plain Greek yogurt in the dough for an extra punch of protein šŸ’Ŗ

Served with fresh berries and lots of smiles, these wholesome favorites prove you don’t need rainbow food dyes to make something special… homemade is the way to go!

Real ingredients. Real skills. Real confidence. šŸ’›

Temps are rising at winter recess camp as we dream big for the 2026 growing season! 🌱Our campers are busy mapping out th...
17/02/2026

Temps are rising at winter recess camp as we dream big for the 2026 growing season! 🌱

Our campers are busy mapping out the HealthBarn USA organic garden — planning plots, choosing seeds, and getting excited for more than 50 varieties of fruits and veggies we’ll grow, cook, and snack on all season long.

Here’s to another incredible year of planting, harvesting, and tasting the magic of real food from the garden! 🌿✨

Happy Valentine’s Day ā¤ļøOur founder, Stacey, often talks about the ā€œhappiness hormoneā€ we’re constantly chasing — that q...
14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day ā¤ļø

Our founder, Stacey, often talks about the ā€œhappiness hormoneā€ we’re constantly chasing — that quick hit of dopamine from sugar, scrolling, shopping, or nonstop doing. While those bursts can feel good in the moment, constantly running on adrenaline and dopamine can stress the immune system and leave us depleted.

Lasting happiness isn’t about the next spike — it’s about balance.
✨ Nourishing whole foods
✨ Time in nature
✨ Meaningful connection
✨ Movement and rest
✨ Gratitude and mindfulness

We’re excited to share that this message is featured in the February issue of Ridgewood & Ho-Ho-Kus Magazine! In the article, Stacey dives deeper into how to shift from quick highs to steady joy — supporting serotonin, oxytocin, and your natural rhythms for true well-being.

This Valentine’s Day, let’s choose love that lasts… for ourselves and for each other. šŸ’›

Pick up a copy and let us know what resonates most or click on the link in the story to read it online.

11/02/2026

Gearing up for Valentine’s Day the sweetest way at HealthBarn šŸ’•
Our classes are busy baking Chocolate Chickpea Chipper Blondies this week — mixing, measuring, and sneaking in better-for-you ingredients like chickpeas to create a rich, chocolatey treat with a boost of protein that tastes like love at first bite šŸ«āœØ

Love is in the air! šŸ’•We’re so grateful to partner with Ridgewood Newcomers to spread the love and inspire kids to help o...
08/02/2026

Love is in the air! šŸ’•
We’re so grateful to partner with Ridgewood Newcomers to spread the love and inspire kids to help other kids. This Healing Meals cookie bake-off was extra special—bags filled with love notes and words of encouragement, ending with a joyful cookie celebration for all. The kitchen smelled delicious, the energy was pure joy, and it was the sweetest Valentine’s Day gift. šŸŖšŸ’Œ.











07/02/2026

Our winter classes prepped and cooked Appetite for Life’s BBQ Turkey Pizza—so they can recreate it at home for game day! šŸ• These kids are flexing their kitchen skills, working together, and having a blast. Teamwork makes it delicious… everyone wins.

30/01/2026

Who doesn’t love a warm, soft pretzel? We make ours with wholesome whole-wheat flour and simple, real ingredients, making it fun and easy for young chefs to create from scratch. It’s the perfect snack, especially paired with fresh fruit or crunchy veggies. Twists, braids, hearts, or knots — all shapes are encouraged as kids roll, shape, and bake their own delicious creations!

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1057 Hillcrest Road
Ridgewood, QLD
07450

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

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