Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms
Raise your steins and join us for a spirited celebration of autumn at our annual Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms! Enjoy a German inspired afternoon filled with craft brews, live music, hayrides, and family-friendly fun. During the event, participants can indulge in unique Oktoberfest inspired food offerings from Serenitee Catering, DownRiver… Read More
Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
Welcome to Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm! This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. It’s Halloween at Weir… Read More
Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
It’s Halloween at Weir River Farm! Wear your costume and meet Petunia the pig, Betty the sheep, Pepper the goat, and many more barnyard friends! Take part in a festive scavenger hunt, create a seasonal craft, and enjoy a sweet treat. After your visit to the Barnyard, hike the woodland… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Homeschool Scholars: Seasonal Rhythms
Join us in October for weekly homeschool programs exploring the seasonal rhythms of the trails, woodlands, farm fields, and coastlines of the Crane Estate and Appleton Farms! October is a great time to see how nature is changing and getting ready for winter. Participants will explore the coastline, trails, and… Read More
Farm Explorers at Weir River Farm
Weir River Farm is full of barnyard fun! Meet our friendly goats, pigs, and all of the animals in the barnyard. We invite your little farmers to experience life in the barnyard up close and participate in age-appropriate activities and adventures on the farm. Farm Explorers is recommended for… Read More
Souped Up Sandwiches: Adult Cooking Class
Level up your lunch game in this hands-on adult cooking class focused on soups and sandwiches. Chef Charlotte will teach you how to elevate classic lunch staples. Together, we’ll make grilled cheese and tomato soup, carrot ginger soup, and miso eggplant banh mi. Included in this class: Cooking demonstration and… Read More
Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – FALL SESSION 26/27
Fiddleheads Fall Semester 2026 Fall is here and harvest is in full swing. It’s a great time for your preschooler to learn what our fields, barnyard, and forest have to offer. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:30AM to 12:30PM for a preschool drop-off series focused on farm animals, life… Read More
Homeschool Adventures: Session 1
Young explorers are invited to join us in September & October for a 4-part homeschool series that will get them active & moving with nature adventures, exercise, and outdoor skill building. While exploring Appleton Farms & the Crane Estate, participants complete active adventures & design challenges that will exercise both… Read More
Hull FireFly Storytelling at Weir River Farm
Join us for Hull FireFly Storytelling at Weir River Farm! Modeled after The Moth Story Hour on NPR radio, this live storytelling program invites participants to share a 3-5 minute, true story, spoken to an assembled group of friends, family and strangers. Feel free to share a story of your… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Sensory-Friendly Fall Festival Hour at Weir River Farm
Join us at Weir River Farm for the Sensory-Friendly Fall Festival Hour! This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and a quieter, sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited-capacity visit is welcome. Participants are welcome to stay past the sensory-friendly hour to… Read More