Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa at Weir River Farm
Join us for Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa at Weir River Farm! Enjoy December on the Farm by meeting Santa Claus, getting your photo taken, and visiting with our furry barnyard friends! Photos with Santa taken by photographer, Sarah Cincotta, are included with the program, however, participants are welcome to snap… Read More
Women of Agriculture Hike at Appleton Farms
Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day at Appleton Farms! Women have shaped Appleton Farms for centuries: from Indigenous women who were the primary farmers and preservers of food, to Joan Appleton and her ancestors, to our current Trustees staff farmers. Learn about these women and the grit it takes… Read More
Owl Prowl Hike at Appleton Farms
Join us for a very special evening hike to hear the owls who might be out and about in the dark winter woods and fields of Appleton Farms. This hike will take place along the trails of Appleton, known to have multiple species of owls. Before our hike, you’ll learn… Read More
Family Explorer: Winter on the Lake at Moraine Farm
Hike along the shores of beautiful Wenham Lake on a glacial moraine and learn how this ridge formed thousands of years ago, as glaciers melted, scattering about rocks and sand to form the landscape we see today. Learn also about the importance of Wenham Lake as a water source, both… Read More
Family Explorer: Winter Birds and Wildlife at Appleton Farms
What birds and other wildlife frequent the Appleton Farms fields, woodlands, and wetlands in the winter? This hike will start with some interactive games and demonstrations to get learners familiar with our resident winter birds and wildlife, and to introduce techniques for bird observation and animal tracking. We will then… Read More
Savory Winter Baking – Adult Cooking Class
There’s nothing better than the smell of food in the oven! In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll explore the art of savory winter baking. Chef Thi will show you how to make Beet and Goat Cheese Tart, Parsnip and Cheddar Biscuits, and Beef and Root Vegtable Hand Pies. Included… Read More
Owl Prowl Hike at Appleton Farms
Join us for a very special evening hike to hear the owls who might be out and about in the dark winter woods and fields of Appleton Farms. This hike will take place along the trails of Appleton, known to have multiple species of owls. Before our hike, you’ll learn… Read More
Date Night: Warmer Winters – Adult Cooking Class
Cozy up with your partner during this hands-on adult cooking class. You’ll learn techniques to elevate your cold weather cooking, with dishes such as Herb Crusted Pork Loin Roast with Pan Sauce, Potato Gnocchi with Brown Butter, Olive oil and Garlic Sauteed Winter Greens, and Sweet Potato Pound cake with… Read More
Cozy Chowder – Adult Cooking Class
In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Thi will help you a create delicious cozy chowder. You’ll learn the techniques for creating a silky base, layering herbs, aromatics, and vegetables. We’ll make local fish chowder with kale and root vegetables, vegan mushroom and potato chowder, and sop it up with… Read More
Great Grains and Roasted Roots – Adult Cooking Class
In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Thi will show you how to build layers of texture and taste with grains, greens, and dressings. You’ll learn techniques for roasting and seasoning roots to ehance their natural sweetness. We’ll make Barley Risotto with Kale, Roasted Beet and Carrot Farro Bowl with Tahini… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on… Read More