Pollinator & Hummingbird Garden Planning Workshop
Design a vibrant garden that supports pollinators from early spring through fall. In this workshop, participants will learn native plant selection, seasonal bloom succession, and structure that attracts both bees and hummingbirds. Participants will sketch their own pollinator garden plan and learn how to support the full life cycle of… Read More
Pysanky Workshop
Discover the Art, Symbolism, and Joy of Pysanky! Step into the rich tradition of Ukrainian pysanky—intricately decorated eggs that symbolize life, protection, and renewal. More than just beautiful objects, pysanky are steeped in ancient beliefs: the egg itself represents the origin of life, while every symbol… Read More
Against the Vote: Helen Stevens-Coolidge and the Anti-Suffrage Era Guided Tour
In honor of Women’s History Month, step back into the early 20th century to explore a complex chapter of women’s history through the lens of Helen Stevens Coolidge and the suffragette movement. This guided tour invites visitors to examine the social and political landscape that shaped Helen’s world—a time when… Read More
Family Explorer: Winter Tracking in the Dunes at Crane Beach
An outdoor adventure for the whole family! We’ll take a dune walk, investigating the trail for footprints, scat, burrows, and other signs left behind by travelers that passed through before us, and piece together the evidence that will help us see who lives in this habitat. Bring your sharp senses… Read More
Family Explorer: Winter Wildlife Walk at Crane Beach
A CraneExplorer Family Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about some of the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of… Read More
Sip & Stem: Galentine's Day Floral Workshop
Beat the winter blues with florals, wine, charcuterie, and gals! This Galentine’s day, grab a friend or make new ones in this hands-on floral workshop and wine tasting in partnership with Marble Ridge Winery. Each participant will learn how to create a thoughtful garden-inspired floral arrangement while using a romantic… Read More
Creating a Cut Flower Garden Workshop
Cut flower gardens are all the rage these days! Join Stevens-Coolidge’s own horticulturist, Kaela Robinson, for a workshop class that will take you from planning and sowing, to cutting and arranging from your very own cut flower garden. Kaela will show you step-by-step how to create the perfect ‘Cut… Read More
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
Appleton Culinary Workshop: Chicken Pot Pie
Warm up this season with a hands-on Farmhouse Chicken Pot Pie Culinary Workshop at Appleton Farms, where you’ll craft a comforting classic using locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients. . Workshop Includes: Appleton Farms Baker Kami Turgeon leading participants through a hands-on pie crust making demonstration using local flour Learning… 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
Horticulture 101: Late Winter Pruning Workshop
Join Long Hill’s Senior Horticulturist Dan Bouchard for this hands-on late winter pruning workshop where participants will learn skills for winter pruning and techniques for identifying different shrubs and trees. Participants will start the day by looking at different pruning tools that can be used and maintenance techniques for these… Read More
Appleton Culinary Workshop: Sourdough Bread Baking
In this culinary workshop, participants will learn to make bakery quality bread with local flour in their home oven. Culinary Program Manager Jess Porter will demonstrate mixing, folding, shaping, proofing, scoring and baking Appleton’s flagship Farmstead Sourdough. Class ends with fresh bread and a seasonal accompaniment to enjoy. Workshop… Read More